Flying Saucer Draught Emporium in Garland is a beer hall at 4821 Bass Pro Drive, just off I-30 near the Bass Pro Shops complex and the western shore of Lake Ray Hubbard. The draw is the beer list: this outpost of the Texas-born chain pours a deep rotation of drafts and bottles from local craft breweries and long-established European brewhouses.
Inside, dark wood, a long bar and walls lined with commemorative plates set the tavern mood. Each plate honors a member of the UFO Club, the Saucer’s loyalty program, who reached the 200-beer milestone. Bartenders know the taps well and will steer you toward a Belgian tripel, a German hefeweizen or a North Texas IPA. The kitchen sticks to beer-friendly gastropub food: bratwurst, pretzels with beer cheese, pizzas, sandwiches and salads, according to the chain’s published menus. A full liquor list and a short wine selection cover anyone in your group who skips beer.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
For quieter seating and easier conversation with staff, come on a weekday afternoon. Friday and Saturday evenings fill quickly, and so do game nights. Large groups should call ahead or use the party-booking option on beerknurd.com, where you can also confirm current hours and events. If you plan to return, sign up for the UFO Club on your first visit so your beers start counting. Parking is easy in the surrounding retail lots, and a lakeside walk at Lake Ray Hubbard makes a good stop before or after.
