50 Best Bars in Houston

“The BEST ceviche I’ve ever had!“

“Brunch meal is honestly good enough to make your tongue leap out your mouth and lick your eyebrows ! ! ! !“

“First time guests, but will be back soon. Great place.“

“Did this place have a diff name? I think my dad visited in the 80's, maybe was a cantina back then.“

“Great Service Great Drinks Great Food“

“Trying to beat this HTOWN heat with drive through Bahama Mama frozen daiquiri...So good 👍👍. Making the most of COVID19“

“I’ve been to Flight Club a few times and it’s always been well managed, fun, with great food and service.

Parking, however is no longer free in the garage. The sign was quite inconspicuous (on the floor by the exit??) which led to people getting tickets from “Parking & Transportation Compliance Inc.” from Florida. I believe they have added pay to park signs on the pillars inside the garage now, so be sure to scan them or you’ll get a $45-$85 fine.“

“From the valet, the staff, and the bartenders, everyone was friendly & chill. The atmosphere was energetic & the vibe was good. Definitely going back.“

“Niaa needs to be a waiter she very sweet and pretty and honest I love her to death“

“Exemplary beer bar in Spring Branch. Eclectic array of locals and other visitors. Outside food is welcome. Regular community gatherings. Cycling-life is predominant. Kyle and Zach run a friendly neighborhood venue. Playlist is usually metal/death/stoner/doom/sludge/____core, but not always. Games on screens.“

“We visiting Houston from NJ and we love it here“

“This is a great neighborhood hangout bar. Excellent beer selection. The wait staff was friendly, attentive, and efficient. It's for an old school pub vibe. Wood-top tables, darts and foosball-- good music, but not played so loudly that you can't carry on a conversation. Parking is a little sparse, but that makes sense for the location.“

“Houston history throughout the place“

“Fun place to have a drink and start the night for some east austin fun!!“

“Excellent service and food! Highly enjoyed our first visit“

“Corinna and Sage are the most fabulous people I have ever had the pleasure of ordering a drink from. They are extremely knowledgeable, helpful, and nothing short of excellent. This type of service is hard to come by. They remember my order, regularly check-in, and make you smile on a tough day. Echoes is my new favorite spot and I can not stop recommending it to my friends and family. This place is such a gem.“

“Looking forward to making my debut January 28, 2024! Word on the street it’s the coolest spot in HTown!“

“We attended Reggae Night on a Thursday and had a great time! When we arrived around 9:30pm, the DJ (Caucasian male) was jamming, even though the crowd was small. We grabbed seats at the bar and ordered rum punch and wings, both of which were really good. Between playing Connect 4, dancing, and soaking in the music, we enjoyed ourselves for a little over an hour. Definitely a fun, laid back vibe!“

“In terms of the low-key Houston experience, and perspective, this spot is in a superposition. Imagine the possibilities ;)“

“Nice place to hang. Great bartenders.“

“Nut allergy warning: be careful of almond liqueurs. I kept to beer to be cautious.

Indoor is large and outdoor has a few tables. Parking is street or a small lot with about 20 spots.

Fun little dive bar. Two pool tables, air hockey, a photo booth, and some different seating. Large tater tots took about 20 minutes to come out, so food will be a little while if you order any. The tots were decently crispy and definitely sharable. Shrimp was OK. Drinks are fast if there's no line. Very reasonable drink prices ($6-9 for a 20oz goblet, $12-15 for frozens), and eight frozen cocktail options are great. The rotating IPA was the Brash Cali Green while I was there. After tax and tip I paid about $40 for three goblets and large tots.

I would recommend they make bathrooms gender neutral or make it clearer if they are... Surprising line for male restrooms in the evening. Obviously, depends on the crowd.

Great for a date, hanging out with friends, or anything else.“

“UPDATE!!!The owner reached out to me about the establishment being closed on Friday when I drove by. Due to the weather in the community, there was a power outage and they had to close early. Knowing this, I decided to swing by again and give them a try.Babyyyyyyy, I'm glad I did! First of all, the customer service was GREAT! I interacted with four different people and everyone was so personable and friendly. I told the man who was helping me that it was my first time and he recommended a drink for me. It was soooooooooooo good (and strong). I'm so glad that I found them and that I came back because they are officially my favorite daiquiri shop in the area.“

“This is the first time my husband and I went to this bar. The second we walked I knew that I would come back. The drinks are really good. The cocktails are delicious and the atmosphere is super chill. We didn’t get any food, but the kitchen smelled really good.“

“Esmerada atención buen servicio“

“I was just down the street doing laundry and I had about an hour to wait, so i started walking down the street and came upon WAlabama Ice house, they where playing slow soft music. So I went in and ordered a beer, the bar tender was very polite and the people around me were super friendly, I almost wished I could stay longer, I even meet a very sweet women there. But i soon had to go and get my laundry and take it home.“

“Had the most amazing, heartwarming experience. A super nice gentleman paid for our dinner. THANK YOU sir for such a warming gesture and foe teaching our children to spread the love and to aways vibe when you are able to. This place was amazing and so was the staff. We will be visiting very soon. ❤️🙏🏻“

“Good drinks with simple yet tasty food and overall great place to hang out“

“Was my fav downtown spot when I visited Houston recently for the first time. We stayed in the hotel and the views of the city were incredible!“

“First time here - Spicy mezcal drinks, tiki inspired cocktails, delicious Mexican-flare bites and snacks. Definitely try the tostadas. Also bonus: they have green chartreuse! The vibe is so warm with great music and better people. Thank you Chris for a wonderful experience!“

“Following the recommendation of another bartender, stopped in for a drink and ended up staying all night. The perfect “neighborhood” type bar in Downtown.. chill, friendly bartenders that work you into the conversations of their regulars, ensuring a great night of meeting new people while enjoying some drinks.“

“Love the Atmosphere, Bartenders were fantastic“

“Not bad.
Despite the small, awkward men's room setup, a $3.79 Lone Star longneck at 11 p.m. on a Friday make me like this place right away.
The last place I was at tonight wanted $6 for theirs, and they weren't as nice a place as this.“

“Relaxed atmosphere - especially after the lunch rush!“

“I went during happy hour, they have some really good deals. Lamb chops, Fried mushrooms & Smoked Gouda Macaroni: 10/10❕Collard greens 6/10, Lemon drop 8/10🍋🍸. The food came out within 10 minutes & it was fresh 🤯 The bartenders weren’t as welcoming, they seemed to be annoyed to be there & like they didn’t want to be bothered, even the person beside me said the same. Definitely kind of threw off the vibe but I made the best of it laughing with the patrons beside me. The manager was personable & very friendly. I had an issue and she was right on top of it.“

“We sponsored an event here recently and had a blast. Atmosphere and servers are great, and the drinks were good. Thanks LOBG!“

“Came here the first time and I could not find it, had to drive around once. Parking can be difficult during peak hours. The place was cozy and cute. The bartender was friendly and helpful. Prompt service and attentive. We sat outside and it was great!. We came at an off-peak hours and it was relaxing. The drink prices were very reasonable. Appetizers were delicious and reasonably priced. I really liked this place, good first impression for a cozy bar.“

“Where everyone knows your name…“

“Love our local neighborhood bar!“

“My sisters and I stopped by here while making a stop to Lotus across the street. The daiquiris and Jell-O shots were great. Michelle showed excellent customer service as well.“

“Drinks were great, service was great, vibes were great. I just felt like i was cute by association. Well priced cocktails, bartenders would custom make a drink based off what i felt like super quick.

Be aware that you must have your ID with you and they will scan it (takes a hot second). It has something to do with their liquor liscense. It would be nice if the owners had a sign or something stating this so guest are prepared when entering. Especially if there gets to be a line for the scanning/not used to getting ID'd cause your 50+“

“Love this for our corporate luncheon!“

“Bar Buena is an absolute gem in River Oaks! This new spot has an intimate, speakeasy vibe that makes you feel like you're in on a well-kept secret. From the moment you walk in, the staff is warm, welcoming, and genuinely fun to chat with.

Aurora, the bartender, is a standout, she’s incredibly knowledgeable and clearly passionate about her craft. Her recommendations were spot-on, and every drink was thoughtfully made and perfectly balanced. The food was pretty impressive, the ribeye tacos were delish!

Highly recommend checking it out!“

“This Gal from Cypress, TX decided to get out of her comfort zone. Main Street was exactly what she'd been looking for. The Bartenders, the Door guys. The all around vibe of welcoming. Warren's has all of the eclectic atmosphere one would not likely expect. Amazing service. Amazing patrons Never had I felt less than home, yet I found a welcoming one. I give it 10 Tits as a rating star.“

“By far the best place for cocktails for people in their 20-40’s. Atmosphere is perfect and drinks are wonderful. Valet is not forced, but very convenient at $20. Drinks are around $18, but that seems to be the new standard everywhere. Definitely my go to spot in Houston.“

“Where wife’s and girl friends should never meet“

“This is a new bar nestled in the north side of Houston! Very reasonably priced with great cocktails. Super clean, great service and cute overall environment ! GO VISIT! 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Love it here! Vibes are great and the owners are so sweet!“

“this place is such a vibe. The ambience, the drinks and the amazing staff. Special thank you to Ian for going above and beyond to ensure such a pleasant experience :)“