Mule Alley
Mule Alley
2020 was a big year in and of itself for Mule Alley, with its first tenants like the American Paint Horse Association, The Biscuit Bar, and King Ranch Saddle Shop celebrating openings even through the COVID-19 pandemic.
And 2021 is shaping up to be just as big, as the Fort Worth Stockyards' newest development saddles up for the opening of at least three new tenants at the beginning of the year — plus its anchor, the highly anticipated Hotel Drover.
Here's a quick recap of what's to come.
Sidesaddle Saloon
Expected opening: Mid-January
Run by local restaurateur Sarah Castillo and the team behind Taco Heads and Tinie's Mexican Rotisserie, Sidesaddle Saloon will pay "homage to the spirit of the American cowgirl," according to Mule Alley, serving craft cocktails, wine, and Texas-style tapas in a rustic-modern, brick-walled, neo-saloon setting.
AVOCA Coffee Roasters
Expected opening: Mid-February
The Fort Worth-born coffee roaster is opening a third location at Mule Alley. Designed by Mitchell Garman Architects, the approximately 780-square-foot space will expand to about 1,100 square feet with a Mezzanine and outdoor café area.
Second Rodeo Brewing
Expected opening: Late March
Run by restaurateur Jason Boso, Second Rodeo will serve signature beer brewed in-house, along with a chef-driven menu, in a rustic space outfitted with a retractable roof. The backyard bar also plans to host live music and will have outdoor games for families to enjoy.
Hotel Drover
Expected opening: Mid-February
Mule Alley's pièce de résistance — Hotel Drover — is expected to open early next year. The 200-room Autograph Collection hotel boasts Western-inspired, luxury finishes; a restaurant, 97 West Kitchen & Bar; event barn, pool; music stage; fitness center; and library.
This article has been updated from a previous version.
