Fort Worth On a Budget: Finding cheap eats, drinks and things to do, all for under $20

About the Writer

Ella Gonzales covers affordability on the Star-Telegram’s service journalism team.

As a recent college graduate, I don’t have the wiggle room to spend a lot of money. However, keeping up with my social life means spending money. All. The. Time. Because of this, I feel like I’m pretty good at finding a good deal.

Of course, finding the cheapest of anything is not always the easiest. Much like department store shopping, you gotta dig to find the good stuff.

There’s no shortage of things to do in Fort Worth. From museums to restaurants to parks, the choices can be dizzying. There are bars in the West 7th business district, entertainment stages in the Stockyards and Sundance Square downtown continues to grow.

[Night out in Fort Worth: 2 drinks, loaded pretzel bites, a 400-inch TV all for under $20]

Some residents complain that our quaint city is becoming like Dallas — over-the-top expensive. I beg to differ. You can still find a good deal in Fort Worth, and I want to find them all.

That is why we are starting this column, to help you make the most of your pretty pennies.

Once a month, I’ll take Cowtown by the horns and ride down a budget-friendly trail.

I’ll tell you everything, no details left out. From parking, to ambiance, history, specialties, and of course — the cost. All you need is $20 to pay for tax, tip and all.

While I live in Fort Worth, I’m no expert. I need you to tell me what you want to see. What places are you curious about? Is there a restaurant that you have been dying to try? Or an experience for you and your family?

There is no limit, except for the cost.

Fill out the form below or email me, Ella, at egonzales@star-telegram.com.

This story was originally published May 10, 2024 at 12:00 AM.

Ella Gonzales

Fort Worth Star-Telegram

Ella Gonzales is a service journalism reporter for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. She is part of a team of local journalists who answer reader questions and write about life in North Texas. Ella mainly writes about local restaurants and where to find good deals around town.