Where's Rufus Sports Bar in Tyler

A great place to get some drinking done

Great Karaoke show and a real enthusiastic crowd. I also enjoyed playing pool with the local hustlers.

Funny smell but darts and pool

Good bar inside and outside. Friday and Saturdays get busy later in the night

I was drug in here by some younger friends even though I left my wallet at nearby hotel. I was surprised by the old school decor and equally surprised by the unwelcoming attitude.I used to bartend and definitely know the value of a greeting.

Its a club style bar meaning that they wish to scan your ID and register you if you wish to drink. Kind of strange if you ask me. Drinks are average nothing special and ambiance is nothing to elaborate upon. They have a few functional dart boards and a out of service pool table. With a bit of investment and hard work this place could be similar to a slick Willies if the staff worked together and were more upbeat.

When trying to account for someone, its a perfectly rational response to ask, "Wheres X?" (Rufus in this caseHowever, has anyone ever considered asking "When is Rufus?" Its easy to get obsessed with trying to pinpoint someone on a familiar three dimensional coordinate, but the fact of the matter is there are dimensions beyond our conventional understanding in which one might end up should a ripple in the fabric of the time/space continuum take them there. Call it a wormhole if you want, but nomenclature doesnt matter when youre thrust into an alternate universe tangential to the one from whence you came and are separated merely by a curtain consisting of imaginary numbers, algorithmic paradoxes and complex polar coordinate systems. Does this happen as some sort of glitch in the matrix or can one drink so much that they stumble off the conceptual frame of reference held together by a strict adherence to an understanding of time being linear?! Its frustrating. Once you settle in and accept your fate, you start to delineate between "void" and "abyss." "When is Rufus?" can be answered with "In the void" in our aforementioned scenario, whereas "Where is Rufus?" can be answered with "in the abyss" when hes passed out in a stall in the mens restroom. You truly hope for the latter, because once you cross into the void, returning and having to come out to your friends and family as trans-dimensional makes the idea of waking up on urine soaked floor of a mens bathroom in east Texas sound like Disneyland. And whos going to believe you when you explain you were reincarnated as a quark and fell under the anti-Cubic dictatorship of Zalthor in a universe where I was finally able to have Bitcoin explained to me in a way I could not only understand it but also explain it to my future self who I kidnapped and brought back to a year before I was born so I could raise me as my father so that I could finally have someone to gift a "Best Dad Ever" shirt to. It might sound unethical to use time travel for the sole purpose of fostering a strong covalently bonded relationship between this unholy Trinity between me, my father (also meand my son (me again), but much like how no one wanted to sit through my pictures from that semester I did a study abroad, no one except me is going to care that I developed the ability to see around corners or listen to my story about how I may have accidentally spawned several exoplanets while shaving my face with Occams razor (though, I havent taken a paternity test to prove theyre mine...). Im not trying to make it sound like the grass is greener on the other side because in a 25 sided multi verse its less about the saturation of green, but rather the convenience of choice. But anyways, this was a pretty good place to get obliterated and forget that my wife left me for my brother. I hate you Susan!(Four stars for not having a charger for my large hadron particle collider)

Great place to meet friends and grab a drink!

Like this placeNeeds way more seatingDrinks are getting more expensive thoNeeds food options

It was a group outing and it was a decent time. We didnt stay a really long time. It would have been more fun if The dj allowed a few new people to sing other than just the regular crowd. Maybe mix it up a bit also, but they were good though.

An oasis in the desert that is Tyler. They were friendly to me at least. Coming from our of town, Im certainly glad theyre still there.

What a fun little bar! The staff was exceptional...my cup never ran dry before one of the bartenders shot me a nod, I confirmed with a return nod a minute or 2 later one of the 2 bartenders were calling my name(this was my first time thereboth remembered it all night... Was pleasantly surprised by that as i was20 30 foot away playing pool(typical bar tables decent not great, but every stick i picked up was perfectly straight, 4 throughout the eveninga very diverse croed that blended together nicely,(we played pool with a couplewe didnt know, before that night)everyone was there for s good time & a good time was had by all! We just might keep going back until we find Rufus!

Good drinks, billiard tables are a fun time.

Closes way to early! Stop letting Green Acres Baptist church run things in Tyler and stay open longer.

My kind of crowd. Great music. 🛹

Employees are stealing and taking advantage of customers. It was the first and last time that I will ever go here. I hope the owners see this, they have a real problem!

Honestly the best bar Ive been to since I moved here from Oregon great vibes and drinks , my kinda spot. My new watering hole , cheers.

186 dollar ticket. They ran my card 386$ I noticed. Disputed with bank. Somebody is doing fraud.

Do NOT give them your debit or credit card to open a tab. They will put an extra $35 charge without reimbursing you for no reason. My tab was only $25 and once I looked at my bank statement they charged me another 35 this is not ok.

Went there Friday night, gave them my card to start a tab. They immediately charged $35. I asked about that, the bartender said thats just to hold the tab....if I didnt spend that much, the money would go back on card. I said ok. When I was ready to leave, I closed out tab and my bill was $20 and change. Its now Monday, and the $35 initial charge is still showing plus the $20 and change charge. Blatant theft. On top of that, the door person has the personality of a rock. The bartenders I interacted with were rude and acted like it was a bother to serve drinks. Would not recommend!

We had fun at the Superbowl event. And nice turnout for our friend Teresas Birthday, today 2-20-22

Got my credit card charged 35 bucks for a draft beer, got snapped at by female bartender when asking about karaoke night. I will spend my hard-earned money elsewhere.

Seems like a great bar atmosphere kinda country western night club too young of a crowd for us but people there were friendly and courteous.

Had a great time here with the regulars!Salty conversations, cold beer, and even the pizza was good!!

If you are ok with paying $8 for a plain Jane we’ll drink or almost $5 for a beer...this is the place for you. A few pool tables or this place would be completely useless. Bartenders are decent. No food. More or less 20-35 year olds...but the youngsters show up around 10 pm...I guess they sneak out of the house. My wife and I are 50-ish and don’t feel super comfortable here. Likely won’t be back.

We went here for my sisters bachelorette party and had a blast. My only complaint is one guy kept bumping his music on the jukebox above ours, even though we paid to play music too, but the experience as a whole was pleasant. The male bartender needs to either have more training or listen better. My cousin ordered a lemon drink and was given grapefruit.

65 dollar hold for a 25 dollar tab. 8.50 for a pint of blood and honey is crazy. I now have to wait until the hold clears and I was told it could take upt o a week. Terrible policy to hold money that is 3 times the tab.

I met a wonderful guy there on the 2nd day of Oct 2020 and we hit it off and still are really close friends and Ive met alot of good people there as well.The bartenders are the best just wish there was more of a good menu.

Pretty cool place to have a few beers and meet locals , decent outside patio. Doesnt seem to want to serve food but understandable its a hangout. Worth a visit for sure.

Karaoke night. Pretty neat. Looked fun. Decent crowd. No one getting drunk and starting confusion the time I was. Pleasant atmosphere.

Nice bar to eat and hang out. Good price. Great service. Well managed and clean space. Highly recommended !

Ive only been here twice now but I had a Blast both times. The DJ is always playing a Great mix of music and the mix of people there is always just as Great. Its maybe not for everyone because its not just for one age group its a little bit of any and everybody. As a 40+ yr old thats what I like. Not all kids not all old folks!!! I dont drink when Im out but my friends never waited long for a drink considering it gets packed about 10:30pm. They have Karaoke on Fridays and still play a good mix of music in between singers so you can dance. Most of the singers there can actually sing and thats always a plus when listening to Karaoke. It almost has the feel of a piano bar just no piano lol 🤷🏻‍♀️I went with two girlfriends and left with at least 8 new friends because everyone was so cool and friendly. Ill definitely be going back to see my new friends.

Pool tables are good enough but not where I would go to play a tournament. Awesome sports atmosphere if your going to watch a big game. Bartenders are good and definitely people I could be around for hours at a time. But better cues and get some diamond pool tables this place would be great.

My brother and I went there to drink a beer and play pool.never been there first impression what a dump went to the bar order a 2 budlights $ 9.25 this was at 4 oclock.there pool tables were in bad condition.played 2games and left. What A JOKE OF A BUSINESS AND BAR NEEDS A REMOLDING.!!!!!!

Wheres Rufus is a great place to go for cold beers, good people and goofy times. This bar has had its ups and downs, but is still going strong. Owner Shawn Galbraith has made sure that all of us are still seen as not only customers, but family over the years. Him and his wife Sherie are stellar people. Wheres rufus has pool tables, Golden Tee, Dart League, cornhole league, shuffleboard and around 20 or more inside TVs. As well as back patio and decking with fire pits and 4-6 more large TVs. Good place to watch the game, take down some shots, or even just go havr a drink and chill. Love these guys.

10 years ago I went I to this place the day it opened. I have so many great and not so great memories. A lot of loves created and lost. Ton of bar fights and crazy drama. Its was a place of finding friends and lifelong changes . It will be greatly missed by Tyler 2000s teens. ❤️❤️❤️

Favorite bar in Tyler! Would have date night twice a month here. Great drinks and prices! Variety of people from different backgrounds. So its comfortable and fun for anyone!

DO NOT USE YOUR CREDIT CARD! This bar puts up too an $85 hold on your card and claim after calling to find out why theres 3 charges on your card separate from your actual tab their response is that its common practice. This is not a common practice, I have been a bartender for over 25yrs and have never put a hold on someones card nor have I ever heard of this! even if you attempt to justify this it should be a posted policy as well as informing the customer the moment they hand you their card! its also apparent from all of the negative reviews this is not done to every customer! its a pick & choose practice! Horrible policy for a mediocre bar! After several days there is still money being held on my account!!

My take on this place will prolly not help most as my only reason for coming here was to watch my VIKINGS play. I arrived mid-October 15 and came every Sunday game they played and I was in town. I since moved October 18, but definitely miss this place.Appreciated they always got my game going on the TV I chose, with sound. They always got my brew selection quickly. Altho I only came during NFL season, they remembered my name the following year, and I really tried to stay under the radar.. Its like my own Cheers.I tried once on a MNF game and TNF game, mmm, no. Dance night, poker night, definitely couldnt hear my game those nights, but thats ok, went to another place and stuck to Sundays only. Rufus seemed to always have something going on whatever night of week, which is great for those looking for variety.First year, theyd great food selections. Next year, nothing, hadda bring your own food or order delivery. Next year, the boss (ownercreated his own pizzas and a few other selections. Id heard he was an incredible flavourista, quite creative with his seasonings and creations. Im no fan of pizza, but when twas all they had, ordered one, GET OUTTA HERE, this was good!! Yah, he has a knack!!Sadly, this year, no more of his creations.Theyve pizza, but its Digiorno. Oh well...

The staff charged my card 3 different times. Totaling $85 dollars. I was there a little over an hour. Complete and total thrives! Dont ever step foot in this place!!! Calling my lawyer on monday..

Whenever my wife and I visit my parents in Tyler, we make sure to visit Wheres Rufus. We love the atmosphere, and staff. This bar hits most of my checks for a bar: Well poured drinks, cheep beer specials, great bar fare, and friendly people. This place has become our regular Tyler haunt.

Bartender was RUDE! HORRIBLE SERVICE...... EXPENSIVE FOOD N DRINKS! The girl at door was sweet, but $5 door charge for crappy drinks and nasty expensive food.......dart boards suck ! All n All awful experience wouldnt recommend to ANYONE!

Wheres Rufus is a perfect name if the bartenders name is Rufus. He never once asked if we needed anything, he was rude and more interested in talking to his friends at the bar. The place smelled like a dirty mop bucket and the pizza was cold. The place is a dump.

This is such a fun environment!! Ive been going here for awhile now and have so much playing shuffleboard and ordering off of the new menu, the pizza is amazing. The staff is super friendly and the new patio is perfect for this cooler weather. The built in firepits and tvs on the patio make it even more enjoyable. Make sure you check this bar out when youre in town!

Always a great place to go, relax, kickback and enjoy your time, The staff is always incredibly helpful and friendly, they drink prices are very reasonable With the open patio, tvs and fire pits it makes every game day a awesome place to go and enjoy the sports atmosphere. The owner is a Great guy and very personable, all around 5 stars.

Location Location Location [but] ya gotta pay attention to the details. Bar and table tops sticky. Pool table looks like an autopsy was performed on it. Attitude is good but it takes people skills to pull it off successfully. Cant have a fat slob up there throwing attitude to 90% of the customers. Ya treat everybody like a friend! Even if ya hate em. Its not rocket science.........

I had a good time here but mostly because of the group I was with. The waitress was nice enough but it did feel a bit trashy overall - both people and the establishment itself. Tables and menus were sticky and obviously a little old. But they had a fun environment and the patio area is cool too.

The inside is one of the dirtiest bars around, especially the restrooms, which stink beyond belief. A little chlorine would do them well. And preventing standing puddles of piss on the floor would be nice.Ive had many friends complain about the bartenders overcharging their tab. My advice is to only pay cash at this bar, or charge to your tab at your own risk.Tuesdays have religiously been the night to go here with cheap drinks and a good crowd. The patio is where it is at though, and is pretty good if anyone is there.

It seemed like the bartenders were put off every time I ordered a beer. The burger I ordered was not put together well, falling apart as soon as it was picked up. Seems like the only ones getting proper service were the ones That clearly were regulars. Save ur time and money. Dont go there.

After waiting for 30 minutes on my first drink I go back to my pool table and start playing. Ive taken maybe 4 sips out of the drink and it comes up missing. I wait another 30 minutes after my pool game and get another one and boom that one comes up missing immediately after only 1 sip then I see the waitress about to throw it away! I stopped her and explained my beer is cold and full please stop. Guess what she did it a 3rd time after that. I waited for over an hour just to have my beer thrown away by staff. I guess to increse sales or something. Good small bar but they need all new staff asap. From top to bottom.