This will be my new go to for a good cocktail in Houston. The bartender Zach made us some amazing…read moredrinks, a barrel aged old fashioned that was balanced perfectly and I also tried their version of a French 75 which was also very good for a lighter option. We also got invited to check out the James, their members only speakeasy which was beautifully decorated, moody, and also had their own speciality cocktails that our group enjoyed trying. Highly recommend this place if you're in the mood for well made cocktails and top tier hospitality.

We came here for after dinner drinks on a Friday night. We had reservations and when we arrived we…read morewere taken to the back through a door where there was a small intimate bar area. There was a different menu in the front vs. the back. I ordered the Guapo which is a mezcal based drink and it was good. My husband ordered the smoked old fashioned and he thought it was ok. The service was ok and the drinks were kinda pricey. But it was a cute place to get drinks and I'd go back to try another drink.

Great whiskey bar for your liquor snob friends. Went here on our night out. And had some great old…read morefashioneds- top of the line. Our bar tender was great and super accommodating. Great date night vibes. No TVs in here just a warning if you want to escape the World Cup games and crowds. They have a menu on their website of all the whiskeys, bourbons they have if you want a little pour of something extra special. I tried the old forester birthday reserve 2021. Super nice. Nice bathrooms too

Been here a few times over the years and it's become a go to spot after games or concerts for a lot…read moreof our Yelp friends. (My good friend Tiff's favorite bar downtown). The location is money, super convenient right around the corner from House of Blues and Toyota Center. You'll often see a mix of locals and out-of-towners on most nights. Bar area gets lively on weekends, but the service stays on point.. The bartenders here are very knowledgeable, can make a drink off the menu if you asks.. The whiskey selection extensive and the staff actually knows how to guide you through it if you're not sure what you want. Vibe is more of a low lit, cozy, and feels a little upscale without being too pretentious.. Good spot for date night or just grabbing drinks with friends after a show. A solid cocktail spot to checkout

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I visited Anvil on a Saturday night around midnight recently, for the first time in about a year!…read moreParking is usually extremely limited, but we got lucky and scored a spot in the small adjacent lot shared with Cutthroat Barbers. There is also valet parking available (likely not free) and residential curbside parking nearby. We showed our ID's to the security guard and entered without issue, no cover. It was crowded, with guests hanging out outside and packed inside. Upon entering, the bartender caught our attention and passed us menus for us to order later at the bar. The music was loud, and everyone was either standing/sitting chatting. We got lucky again with a semicircle booth at the back corner. We were brought waters to the table and ordered a Hurricane at the bar, off of the menu of 100 cocktails available to browse online after scanning the paper menu's QR code. Our Hurricane was light and refreshing! Not the type of place to dance but also difficult to have a conversation given the volume of music. Overall great place to hang out regardless.

There are two different experiences you'll have here depending on who/what you are. This bar is…read moresituated in the Houston Gayborhood. If you're queer, a local, or a not-normie type, you'll be fine. I'm here all of the time. The bartenders are nice to me and recognize me. I know their names and make sure to tip. This bar blew up on TikTok a while ago and drew in a more normie and/or corporate yuppie crowd. Loud, annoying bros and people who used to go out on Washington. These people usually get the rude side of the staff. Not saying that they deserve it but there is a clear personality mismatch here and I witness a lot of people who aren't the target audience for dive-y bars like this clash with staff personalities they aren't used to. If you are type two just be cool. Dive bar employees usually don't follow the hospitality training of pretending they have to like you. Don't yell at them for service or try to make casual conversation with them if the bar is busy.

Love it !!!! Amazing vibes !!…read moreGood selection on the menu!! The staff is so kind and attentive Facility is clean and spacious Check em out

I discovered Nobie's on Reddit after scouring for recommendations for Houston restaurants. After…read morelooking over the menu and looking at pictures, I knew I had to go. How can you look at pictures of those pies and not go? Well, it was a great decision. I was a bit early and my party wasn't there yet, but they sat me anyway, which was so appreciated. I ended up picking a drink with the recommendation of our waitress and she was spot on. For the three of us, we had split: - Texas Tartare: tenderloin steak, smoked jalapeño, parsley, capers, deviled egg, and toast - Je ne sais quoi oysters - Life is Pici: pici pasta, miso butter, hazelnut crunch, and king trumpet mushrooms - Winner Winner Chicken Dinner: whole chicken with apple & parsley salad, truffle jus, pickles - Olive Oil Cake - Pumpkin Cheesecake with gingersnap crust First of all, THE BEST Olive Oil Cake we've ever had. No joke. We liked it so much, we got 2 slices to go for later. So moist, so soft. Get it. The Pumpkin Cheesecake was good too, but it was completely overshadowed by the olive oil cake. Now, onto the savories. The Texas Tartare was very good. Very well seasoned and I loved how much toast came with it. The oysters were fantastic as well, very fresh and well-shucked. The chicken was so tender, moist, and juicy. Even the white meat was super juicy. Sauces that came with it was very complimentary. Service was great - our waitress was very friendly and helped us pick our meals with her recommendations. I'm back in town next year and I'm seriously going to come back just so I can have that cake.

Unfortunately, the Nonno's pasta wasn't for me me:( It was a little too salty, and the pasta was…read morefirmer than I prefer. Everything else was delicious, though! My favorites were definitely the endive salad and pork belly. I've had friends rave about the pasta, so it could just come down to personal preference! The atmosphere was a bit of a downside. It was quite dark inside, and the tables around us were pretty loud, which made it harder to fully enjoy the dining experience. Overall, the experience was what I expected.

In search for a new cocktail bar near downtown, Julep topped the list. It's a relatively small…read morelounge that is likely very crowded on the weekends but for a Tuesday night it was perfect. Less than half of the large cozy booths were full. The lighting is dark with small lamps on each table. Our server was working the entire room alone but we never had to wait for his attention. They have a very limited food menu which is dominated by flatbreads and sliders. We ordered sliders 4/5 and chips and dip 5/5. The drinks were well crafted and the menu offers classics as well as house creations. We tried one beverage from each. When considering expert crafted cocktails, you can't go wrong with Julep.

Popped in tonight for a quick drink before our dinner reservation. We ordered the mint julep and…read morethe old fashioned. The old fashioned was a classic, smooth and easy to go down drink. The mint julep was a bit on the sweeter end, but still so refreshing! It was still pretty early in the night so it was very bright and I didn't feel like the ambiance had fully set in yet but I could see how this would be such a fun spot!

Came to Bayou and Bottle as a pre-game before the Astros game. James was our bartender / server and…read morehe was the best! Personable, knowledgeable, and humorous! Though I didn't partake in the Houston Restaurant Week menu, they do offer this special for lunch and dinner.

I made my here after the concert to have dinner and wait until the traffic die down. This place is…read morelocated right beside the Toyota Center. It's located inside the hotel which is stunning. They had plenty of seats and I appreciated that they served food until 11pm. The staff was kind and quickly got us food. I liked the burger and the fries but the salad was not very good.

First of all: Make a reservation for the exact group size you have. This place is very popular and…read moreusually booked up. It's inside the Four Seasons hotel. I did their main valet for about $8 on a Thursday. Easily your best bet! It's fun to ask the front staff and make the "journey" to find the place so I won't spoil any of that here. You will eventually have a host who will take you through the experience to get inside. They have a bar experience where you're face to face with the bartenders and a couch seating style. Hanging with the bartenders is more fun as they're fun with a lot of personality. Make sure to let them know if you're celebrating something. High chance you'll get bonus shots/drinks! Every drinks has a cool presentation and is very instagramable.i can't remember the name of mine but it had a mango taste with a dip n dots inspired topping. It's in one of my photos. It was on an other level. I'm not much for sweet drinks but dip n dots are my weakness. It went so hard. Highly recommen

This bar gets so much hype that we decided to finally come see what all the fuss was about. Upon…read morearriving at Toro in the Four Seasons, we checked in and were escorted to the secret entrance. It's a fun gimmick, but less fun when you have to use the restroom and realize that it's back in the lobby and you need an escort to go and to come back. Outside of that, service was incredibly friendly and spent a lot of time at our table explaining the menu and helping us decide what to order. I wish I could remember the specific cocktails that we ordered, but alas, I cannot. The drinks were great and we had a really good time but I'm not going to pretend like the location is super convenient.

Parking: Sucks like anywhere else in downtown Houston. I parked a few streets away on Texas St…read more which is free after 6PM. We got here at around 8PM on a Tuesday night, and all sat/stood near the bar. Drinks were made and served very promptly. The bartenders definitely know their stuff and there are some classic cocktails here that are popular in other cities like NYC. I saw the sign for their private barrel 9yr Elijah Craig ($11/oz at 130.5 proof) and had to give it a shot. Deliciously strong with vanilla notes and very, very sippable. No regrets, would definitely get it again. Overall, great spot for cocktails that's nice and quiet, I'd come back.

Husband and I decided to do a Friday Happy Hour at Houston Watch Co. Let me just say if you have…read morenot been here you MUST go. This place is load with history. This place is loaded with great people. This place is loaded with great bourbon. This place is loaded with great drinks at very great prices. As soon as walked in the bartender greeted us. We were told we needed to order at the bar but that we could sit anywhere. Houston Watch Co. has a downstairs bar surrounded by bar stools to sit. They also have an upstairs with lots of comfortable chairs and a few sofas. The lights are dim making this bar feel like a cozy speakeasy. The drinks are priced great and made to order. We parked at the Binz Garage and walked in a beautiful Friday afternoon in Houston. I highly recommend that you go and enjoy your time at the Houston Watch Co.

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This place was not exactly as it is pictured. The pros-…read moreexcellent bar staff. Wow they know their beers and are super helpful and friendly. They have a large outdoor space to watch the games. Great food truck options Cons- lots of children outside. I know this isn't an actual issue, but it was more of a playground than a bar. The biggest issue was the interior had a VERY strong weed odor, like someone or multiple people were taking part inside. Overall I would most likely not return and try for a different option.