21 June 8 - 14, 2023 dallasobserver.com DALLAS OBSERVER Classified | MusiC | dish | Culture | unfair Park | Contents friendly faces and entertaining bartenders. The Vietnamese-inspired food is can’t-miss as well. Eclecticism is an indie sleaze hall- mark, and you’ll find plenty of it here. Parliament 2418 Allen St. Founded shortly after the Indie Sleaze move- ment ended, Parliament remains true to the spirit while managing to be timeless. Dimly lit and adorned with vintage decor, it’s a place where the echoes of the distant past mingle with the same sort of raw and edgy energy of the early to mid-aughts. The vibe here is al- ways unmatched, and the cocktail menu is classic yet fresh and fun. It’s hard to beat this place on a warm summer night. It’ll Do 4322 Elm St. This may be the only remaining indie sleaze dance club in Dallas from the indie sleaze era. It’s been renovated since its original opening in 2012, but it’s still just as good. Stepping into this dimly lit sanctuary, you’re greeted by a kaleidoscope of vibrant colors, swirling smoke and a sea of widely-ranging fashion. You’re likely to even catch one of the old DJs you danced to while pouring sweat and chewing gum, vaguely aware of your surroundings. Lee Harvey’s 1807 Gould St. Here, authenticity reigns supreme, and there’s also the obvious historical irony baked into the name — nothing more hipster than that. Lee Harvey’s is laid-back, mostly outdoors, and there is usually a live band playing on the patio. It also has a swim club right next door where you can sip fancy cocktails on a comically large pool float. Ex- tra points if you have one in the shape of a pizza, or a mustache. Double Wide 3510 Commerce St. You really can’t beat this bar. Its aesthetic draws inspiration from the unconventional beauty found in the fringes of society, em- bracing the rawness and unapologetic na- ture of those who defy societal norms. It incorporates trailer park imagery, vintage Americana and a touch of punk, creating a visual tapestry that speaks to a longing for freedom and the celebration of individual- ity — a true bastion of the spirit of the indie sleaze movement. Poetic, right? Mike’s Gemini Twin 1906 S. Harwood St. A hidden indie sleaze gem deep in The Ce- dars, Mike Gemini’s Twin has a dimly lit room with big checkered floor tiles beck- oning you to play The Strokes on the juke- box and order an Old Fashioned. You’ll find an array of well-dressed strangers, and probably some friends too. Just try not to get a grease stain on your new $80 vintage tee from the hotdogs they sell at the bar. Texas Theatre 231 W. Jefferson St. Indie movies were a vital part of the indie sleaze movement, the gritty aesthetics, the clothes, the attitude, Jason Schwartzman. Texas Theatre provides a warm, charming, historic venue to see old and new cult clas- sics and yes, there’s a bar! Lakewood Landing 5818 Live Oak St. Cosmo’s’ neighbor exudes indie sleaze of a different sort: It’s the kind of place you might go if you existed in an alternate Gar- den State universe. It’s like adult summer camp, with alcohol and corndogs (it also fa- mously has a great burger). There’s nothing like sitting on the patio of Lakewood Land- ing reminiscing about how good Coachella used to be. Mike Brooks Roderick Pullum Susie Oszustowicz Lauren Drewes Daniels From top left, clockwise: Mike’s Gemini Twin; Double Wide; It’ll Do; Lakewood Landing 10250 Shady Trail, Dallas 214-358-5511 VIP Party Wednesday june 21st FREE BBQ 11am - midnight $2 Beers & Well drinks 4-8pm Hottest Latin aduLt CLub in daLLas! Free Menudo All Day Sunday Happy Hour Everyday 11AM-7PM hours: Sun-Thur 11AM-2AM // Fri-Sat 11AM-4AM 11044 Harry Hines Boulevard // (214) 206-3820 chicasbonitas.business.site
