Dallas is the third most populous city in the state of Texas and ninth in the United States of America. Its economy is based primarily on computer technology, telecommunications, banking, health and medical research and logistics. Although it is home to the third largest concentration of Fortune 500 companies in the country not everyone is an office dweller. Dallas is a vibrant city boasting a nightlife full of exciting things to experience.

So you're ready to take a trip to Vegas, but don't want to pay for all your drinks? It's ok - we understand! Las Vegas can be expensive enough after you pay for your hotel, airfare, cab rides, food, and more! So why shouldn't you get a few drinks on the house? If you're the betting type and play to frequent a few Casinos while in the city of sin, use these five expert tips for getting free drinks at the Casino.

1. Play slot machines

Spend some time on a slot machine, and a cocktail waitress is bound to stop by sooner or later!

It's come to our attention that Crush Wine Shop on Knox Henderson has lost its lease, and will thus be closing for the time being. It seems as if it has been undecided if Crush will reopen, and if it does, where. The team at Five O'Clock Dallas have only been to Crush once in the past, but we did enjoy our experience, and are disappointed in the loss of good Dallas wine shop. I've copied the e-mail from the owner, Jim, below.

We're suckers for any excuse to party. And New Year's eve is the ultimate excuses to party. Days off from work, an abundance of alcohol and events means you don't have to try too hard to have fun. Here's a round-up of 16 places where you can get into some choice debauchery in the wonderful city of Dallas.

Flying Saucer Addison
New Year's Eve at the Flying Saucer

Hearing rumblings from Twitter that Fuse, downtown Dallas' Asian / Tex-Mex fusion restaurant has permanently closed, but will re-open within a month with a new concept. If this is true, I'm a little surprised. The food wasn't spectacular, but it was very good - plus they had some really stellar mojitos.

Can anyone confirm this? Or should it be filed under the rumor category?

Update:

So let me preface this post by saying, this is only a rumor. And it's a grapevine rumor at that, but one that's been brought to us by several independent sources.

It was a sad day back in mid May when the Tipperary Inn suddenly closed its doors. And not because it was a fantastic bar, but more because we lost a good neighborhood pub that was fun to go to for a couple pints.

Meet, the Dallas Douchebag.

The Dallas Douchebag Fashion

Ed Hardy Shirts

The Ed Hardy craze has definitely reached its fashion peak. Hopefully it won't be long before the Ed Hardy brand goes the way of Uggs & Miniskirts, Crocs, and tie dye. If you run into a few of these ubiquitous fashion items in a Dallas bar, run far far away, because you may have entered the realm of Dallas Douchebags.

Dallas bars are serious about their sports. Cowboys football, college games (each affiliated with their own Texas/Oklahoma team), baseball, hockey, even soccer. Here's a list of our favorites - did we miss yours? Let us know in the comments!