Phases Bar opened for business December 27, 2005. There is, however, a great history. Phases was originally "Jerry's Side 2 Bar", an incarnation of a business with over 14 years of service to the Dallas Gay and Lesbian community. The owner of Side 2, Jerry Smith, (fondly referred to as the "Old Goat") started in Dallas with J's Bar & Deli, followed by the Pirate's Pub, both of which were on Cedar Springs (the main Gay area of Dallas).

The original Side 2 opened between The Wok and Hunky's on Cedar Springs. Since it was officially a part of The Wok, it did not have a separate external sign and the only evidence that there was a bar was a neon "Open" sign hanging in the window. Those that knew of it's existence often referred to it as the "Open Bar".

The bar was moved to our current location in 1999. In 2005 due to poor health, Jerry sold the bar to the current owner with the provision that he remain as Business Manager and Consultant. With his extensive experience and background he was instrumental in the changes and new direction of Phases. Jerry passed away in February of 2006.

With the change in ownership the bar was renamed Phases and completely renovated and updated. The direction of Phases is to remain the friendly neighborhood bar that Jerry's Side 2 was for so many years, while at the same time adding a new phase by providing outstanding live entertainment in a comfortable and pleasant "Cabaret Style" environment.

We at Phases intend to do everything in our power to be of service to our customers and make this a place you look forward to visiting, as well as somewhere you can be comfortable to invite your friends, family and professional associates, whether straight or gay, male or female.