What are the Best Bars in Houston?

Little woodrows

Depends what you are looking for?

Tail? Head to midtown. There's 15+ bars within shouting distance. Where you can party it up with the age 21-26 A&M, UT, Rice, and Baylor tryhards.

Want great beer selection, good food, and non douchey crowd? Let me introduce you to: D&T Drive Inn


Karbach Brewery might as well be a bar as well. Same scene. You just pay cash for tokens (beer only). awesome restaurant serving a gastropub-style menu, based on their beer.

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Want great beer selection, good food, and non douchey crowd? Let me introduce you to: D&T Drive Inn

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This might be more of what we're looking for, looks like it's a bit far from reliant though. We're all 25/26 but would rather have a chill night of beer/whiskey drinking than dealing with a bunch of douchey people.

Hay Merchant and Anvil are top notch...Pastry War a close second.

was at Hay Merchant last week...our table ordered this for dinner.



all that was left was the skull...

Church

KIRBY ICE HOUSE
Address: 3333 Eastside St
Houston, TX 77098






Per Zagat from February 2016...and I agree with these first few.

LA GRANGE
2517 Ralph St.
832-962-4745



Why it’s hot: Since opening day, this casual Montrose tropical-style stunner named after a small Texas town hasn’t lost any momentum. Guests clamor on the patio festooned with lavish landscaping, an outdoor bar and lots of seating options. Inside is just as hot, with a compact bar backed by lipstick-red barstools and striking Mexican light fixtures dangling from lofty ceilings over large community tables for sharing a nosh.
Must drink: Mexican Firing Squad with Dulce Vida 100-proof blanco tequila, pomegranate juice and bitters. Dangerous.
Insider tip: Go early so you can park in the private parking lot and soak up some sun on the deck. After 5 PM, it gets crazy.






THE OWL BAR
2221 W. Alabama St.
713-526-3535



Why it’s hot: Since moving into its new Upper Kirby home, The Owl is constantly packed due to its two-sided patio deck, interior upgrades (black-and-white checked floors, more seating, better flat-screen TVs), eclectic jukebox and a new kitchen. Created by Prego's David Cook, the menu now includes “Owl” wings, fries topped with chicken fajitas, artichoke fritters and Philly cheese steaks. Vegetarians will appreciate sandwiches made with Hot Dang grain patties.
Must drink: All pours are generous, so find your favorite. The loaded Bloody Mary has a strong following at weekend brunch.
Insider tip: Industry Night Monday means special pricing from 10 PM-2 PM. Wine & Whiskey Wednesday features special pricing all night.




EIGHT ROW FLINT
1039 Yale St.
832-767-4002



Why it’s hot: Rare bourbons, frozen cocktails and tacos headline the menu at this upscale Heights ice house from the team behind Revival Market and Coltivare. Rolled-open glass garage doors, an expansive U-shaped patio and tasty Tex-Mex from an on-site taco truck bring new fuel to the vintage gas station. Read more about new Eight Row here.
Must drink: The frozen margaritas are citrusy and stout; actually, all the frozen drinks rock.
Insider tip: No reason to stand in line at the taco truck. Just sit down and order at the bar or on the patio, and your food and drinks will be delivered.



REVOLVER
6502 Washington Ave.
713-862-4555

Why it’s hot: This sophisticated Washington Avenue newcomer in an industrial-chic space sporting a massive patio has quickly become a trendy stop for craft cocktails, beer and an extensive selection of bourbon and whiskey. Its Texas-inflected American pub menu is also a draw for nightcrawlers. Think substantial fare like the applewood bacon–stacked Revolver burger with Sriracha aioli, along with chicken quesadillas, chicken fried bacon and loaded pulled pork sliders.
Must drink: Red sangria flowing with fresh berries and fruit.
Insider tip: Southern Fried Wednesdays offers half off Texas whiskey and $10 chicken fried steak dinners, complete with mashed potatoes and green beans.



HUNKY DORY
1801 N. Shepherd Dr.
713-864-2450



Why it’s hot: This handsome British pub outfitted with a gorgeous bar, cushy booths and modern artwork provides a great little hideaway if you don’t want to crowd into bustling Hunky Dory restaurant. The space gets lots of natural light with floor-to-pitched-ceiling windows overlooking an inviting patio deck with towering oak trees.
Must drink: The cocktail menu by popular mixologist Leslie Ross is irresistible. Start with the refreshing Pimm’s Cup fortified with lemon, mint, cucumber and ginger beer, and go from there.
Insider tip: Hungry? Ask for the pub food menu (it isn’t offered when you sit down), which is different from the restaurant menu. Try the burger, crispy fish 'n' chips or elaborate Silver Salver cheese tray.



AXELRAD BEER GARDEN
1517 Alabama St.
713-597-8800

Why it’s hot: Conceived as a community gathering place for local craft beer, live music and the city’s only hammock grove, this Midtown oasis is about being outside and relaxing, and there’s no denying the chill vibe. The bar is housed in a historic building that was originally a grocery store built by David and Gertrude Axelrad. Artists added to the cool interior design with unique tap handles by Venezuelan-based Maria Rangel and textiles by Austin-based Nido.
Must drink: Ice-cold Saint Arnold Berliner Weisse — a Houston-made German-style sour wheat beer.
Insider tip: Regular weekly events include a nonprofit dog adoption night. Check Facebook, Twitter or the website for the full schedule of happenings.

Depends on what you're looking for. The ones below will be a slightly older crowd (say late 20s into the 30s):

D&T Drive In (significantly more room outside than inside so make sure the weather cooperates). Great beer selection and good jukebox.

Johnny's Gold Brick - cocktails mostly

Captain Foxheart's - cocktail bar

Hay Merchant - great beer and food

13 Celcius - nice wine bar with small outdoor patio. Decent beer selection.

Mongoose v. Cobra - beer and cocktails

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Isn't this the place Kermit Ruffins has his hands in ?

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According to their facebook he plays there every wednesday so it would make sense.

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Isn't this the place Kermit Ruffins has his hands in ?

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Yep he's one of the investors/owners.