Mama Tried Honky Tonk held its soft opening Oct. 10 at 340 W. Las Colinas Blvd., Irving. The Deep Ellum-based bar and restaurant has 24 TV screens for sporting events, 36 taps and a patio and will regularly feature live music events. The menu includes Southern classics such as chicken fried steak, cornmeal catfish and more. 469-351-0202. www.facebook.com/mamatriedirving