940’s Kitchen & Cocktails is a New American restaurant and cocktail bar at 219 W Oak St, Denton, TX 76201, in downtown Denton just west of the historic courthouse square. Its appeal is the combination of creative, contemporary American cooking, classic cocktails, weekend brunch, and a lofty warehouse-style dining room that gives meals a distinctly downtown Denton setting.
What to Expect at 940’s Kitchen & Cocktails
Come for an a la carte meal rather than a fixed tasting-menu format. The kitchen’s New American identity means familiar lunch and dinner territory approached with a more polished, chef-driven sensibility, while the bar focuses on classic cocktails. It is a useful choice when one person wants a substantial dinner and another wants a properly made mixed drink, without leaving the center of Denton’s restaurant district.
The defining feature is the room: an airy, warehouse-style interior rather than a small square-side café. That scale suits date-night tables, lunch meetings, and groups who want to stay for another round. Weekend service begins at 10am on Saturday and Sunday, making 940’s a practical brunch stop before browsing the Denton Square, catching a matinee at the Campus Theatre, or visiting the courthouse museum.
- New American cooking: A creative American menu designed for lunch, dinner, and a more considered downtown meal.
- Classic cocktails: A full cocktail-bar component makes drinks part of the experience, not an afterthought.
- Warehouse-style room: The lofty dining space brings an industrial-scale backdrop to Oak Street dining.
- Weekend brunch: Saturday and Sunday opening begins at 10am, earlier than the weekday 11am start.
- Downtown location: It sits a short walk from the Denton County Courthouse-on-the-Square and the Square’s independent shops.
940’s Kitchen & Cocktails at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 219 W Oak St, Denton, TX 76201 |
| Neighborhood / Area | Downtown Denton, west of the Denton Square |
| Operating Hours | Mon–Thu 11am–10pm; Fri 11am–11pm; Sat 10am–11pm; Sun 10am–9pm |
| Admission / Price Range | No admission; $$, with food and drinks ordered separately |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 1.5 to 2 hours for a meal and cocktails |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | Downtown Denton Transit Center and public Square-area parking are nearby |
| Official Website & Phone | 940s.com · +1 940-218-6222 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
For a quieter experience, arrive near the 11am weekday opening or soon after 10am on weekends. Dinner and weekend brunch are the periods most likely to draw downtown foot traffic, so check the restaurant’s official website or call ahead for the current reservation and walk-in arrangement, especially for larger parties. Smart-casual clothing fits the room; this is a restaurant and cocktail bar, not a formal jacket-required dining room.
The Downtown Denton Transit Center, served by the A-train and Denton County Transportation Authority buses, is roughly a 10-minute walk away. Drivers can use public parking around the Square and on nearby downtown streets, then continue on foot along Oak Street. The dining room is in a street-level downtown storefront; guests who need wheelchair-specific entry, restroom, seating, or dietary arrangements should call before arrival so the team can prepare an appropriate table. Pair a meal with the Denton County Courthouse-on-the-Square Museum, about one block east, the Campus Theatre on East Hickory Street, or Recycled Books, Records & CDs in the former Opera House, each within an easy 5-to-10-minute walk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are 940’s Kitchen & Cocktails’ hours, and when is the best time to go?
940’s opens at 11am Monday through Friday, at 10am Saturday and Sunday, and stays open until 10pm most weekdays, 11pm Friday and Saturday, and 9pm Sunday. Early weekday lunch and the start of weekend brunch are the best bets for a more relaxed pace.
How expensive is 940’s, and do I need a reservation?
Expect a $$ spend level, with dishes and cocktails ordered a la carte rather than an admission fee or preset package. Check the official website or call +1 940-218-6222 for the current menu, pricing, reservation policy, and large-party options.
How long should I plan for a meal?
Allow about 1.5 to 2 hours for lunch or dinner with cocktails. A quick weekday meal can be shorter, while weekend brunch or a group gathering can naturally extend beyond two hours.
Is 940’s suitable for families and guests with accessibility needs?
The broad dining-room format and weekend daytime hours make it workable for families, while the cocktail focus makes it especially appealing to adults at dinner. Contact the restaurant in advance for wheelchair access, restroom details, high-chair availability, and vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or allergy-sensitive ordering needs.
When planning your Denton travel guide or browsing verified hotels in Denton, pair this stop with standout local spots including Graffiti Pasta, Residence Inn Denton, Best Western Plus Denton Inn & Suites, and Taan Eatery (0.1 km away).
