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    Jethro’s Cocktail Lounge

    4.7 (120 reviews)
    Open 3:00 pm - 1:30 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Not your dad's old fashioned
    Anokhy D.

    We came late on a Friday night, found street parking immediately, and were able to sit in a booth of our choice without waiting. I was surprised this place wasn't packed given all the recent social media hype about it, but wasn't mad about being able to hear friends across the table. There was a live dj that night, the drinks were made quickly at the bar, and I enjoyed the overall vibe. We got the No Smoke (smokiness added from the mezcal) and Not your dad's old fashioned (strong). I also appreciated the pricing. Specialty cocktails cost money to make but the recent spike in cocktail pricing when the output does not necessarily meet the input has been too damn high in Houston! So shoutout to Jethro's for understanding what market price means and delivering on it. Will be back!

    Carl S.

    Absolutely love the vibe, the hipster decor, the music and the drinks are phenomenal. Dropped in before valentines dinner and didn't want to leave. Their house Old Fashioned is a great twist to the classic cocktail. I'm a Mezcal fan and the two on the menu worked for me. The bartenders make you feel welcome and offer an explanation for anything you are contemplating. They have an inviting patio which offers a great open air experience. Parking might be a challenge if not lucky enough to find a spot on premise. Overall, Jethro's is worth going out of your way to experience.

    Not Your Dad's Old Fashioned
    Brian T.

    Review #300! Jethro's gets the honor. A great neighborhood cocktail spot that's great for a date night or just a night out with friends. Parking is available in the small lot directly in front, the lot across the street, or along the surrounding streets. I've never had issues finding parking between these three options. Before 7pm every day, they offer a $7 special for burger and fries. It's a smashburger and is surprisingly decent for a $7 combo with fries, at a cocktail bar! I've told myself that I'm keeping this option in my back pocket for evenings that I feel too lazy to make my own food. Heck, that's even cheaper than fast food in today's world. The cocktails here are all great. The Cafe Con Ron is their version of an espresso martini and I've liked it. The Not Your Dad's Old Fashioned is their version of an OF with a bit of sweetness to it due to the whiskey being infused with hibiscus. Honestly not totally my jam so they were able to make me a Buffalo Trace old fashioned and I liked that a lot. The wine selection is also decent - on a night I wasn't feeling cocktails, I got a glass of their house red wine and had no complaints with it! The staff here has been friendly on all of my visits. Manny especially provides top notch service with a smile - I try to look for him to make my drinks whenever I come. Ask for him too - he's extremely nice! I have come here for Drag Bingo night (one Wednesday a month) and it is so much fun. Persephone is an excellent host and provides the best entertainment with prizes for the winners from the bar. Jethro's is a great spot to come chill with friends or a date over cocktails in a dark intimate setting. I'll surely be back often and while I love their $7 burger special, need to branch out one of these days to try other food items on their menu.

    parking available on both sides of bar plus across the street
    Jen S.

    A fantastic, little neighborhood bar with free parking. Staff is welcoming and if you're lucky enough to get Manny at the bar he can mix up any cocktail you want... even the off menu classics! I had the HH chocolate old fashioned and then off menu Paper plane, loved them both. Tried the $7 burger & fries before 7p and... wow! Burger was well seasoned, great sauce, and the bun is excellent. The fries- hot, crisp, perfectly salted! This is a small bar, so be mindful. It's not another large, mega bar. The vibe is cozy, welcoming neighbor. I loved it and can't wait to come back!

    Sabrina R.

    Saw online that they were decorated for spooky season and couldn't wait to give it a try. Went for happy hour with coworkers and absolutely loved it! The decor was fab, the drinks were great, and the burger was deeeeelicious! I ordered the Sweet like Peach Tea and the Matcha-Ma-Call-It. Both so so good! Friend ordered the margarita and said it was nice and strong. We both ordered the $7 burgers before $7. The fries and burger were so good, I'm still thinking about them. The icing on the cake was the tarot card reader! We were about to leave when my friend pointed out the tarot card reader. Had an interesting $20 mini read. Great experience at Jethro's!

    Chante N.

    love jethro's down! every time i visit, it's a great time! this is an exceptional craft cocktail bar. for the meat eaters, they have a burger and fries for $7 before 7p. their happy hour is also decent. there is parking in a free lot across the street. i would recommend giving jethro's a visit! bonné santé p.s. steer clear of the caesar salad... if you're a vegetarian just get the hummus or fries.

    Cheeseburger
    Taylor H.

    I went to HH and you have to try the cheeseburger and fries! It's $7 on HH and more than worth it. The best is toasted and buttered, burger smashed to perfection, and the pickles are fresh (more cucumber than pickles). Now I did have to rate a 4 instead of a 5 because the drinks were just Ok. They do allow children till 6.

    Juan P.

    Place was empty and chill very good to just stop in if it's not busy and grab some food or a drink. The burger was very fresh the only down part for me is this is probably the first smash burger I've had with way too many onions, layers of onions in between both patties and on top of the patties . I will probably order with no onions next time . Overall it was great .

    Tullamore Dew Irish Mule
    Jason D.

    I have learned long ago, that preparation is key to a good event. So before we went to the C&I YEW (Yelp Elite Week), we hit up Jethro's for some food and libations. It was the right move, thanks to Justin T. Parking. It's a small lot, some assigned for specific businesses, but street parking all around make it easy. None of our folks had a difficult time finding a place. Facility. The have a god sized outdoor patio, and at 4/4:30, nobody had taken any spots. Inside, its a bit darker. Nice mood setting, and plenty of seating. God for an intimate gathering or a date night. Service. Our host was Felicia. She handled our group of around 10 with ease, and excellent service. Drinks and food came out fast, and were very good. There were others behind the bar managing the front end as well, but Felicia was our main point of contact. The goods GREAT! They have good happy hour specials. Some frozen, most on the rocks. I liked them all. Amongst the three I had I would rate them favorite to least: Tullamore Dew Irish Mule, Roku Gin Gimlet, Redemption Bourbon Chocolate Old Fashioned. During Happy hour they have a Smashburger and Fries for $7. The burger was good, and the fries were very good (Like McDonalds but not as expensive). Overall very good experience, and will definitely be back!

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    Annalisa P.

    Jethro's is such a cool spot to hang out. My friends and I came here after dinner in Montrose. Parking is a little annoying because majority is across the street in a fenced in area. The "lot" is literally just that with a grassy area. It can be hard to see what you're stepping on late nights, so use your phone flashlight. I love the indoor/outdoor concept as well as all the bowling decor. I come from a family of bowlers, so it was cool to see bowling pins and bowling ball lamps and trophies throughout. There's a couple TVs above the bar to watch the game. They were still doing college basketball at the time. The seating is intimate with the booths. It's darker inside than on the patio area. I would've loved to try some of their food, but we had just eaten. If you get there before 7 pm, they have a cool deal called "7 before 7" which includes a smashburger and fries. I enjoyed the mocktails which were a good price point of $10. I had the Watermelon Fresca and loved the fresh watermelon slice on top and tajin around the rim. The Perfect Tea was my favorite, though. I enjoyed the zero proof gin with the raspberry tea and lime juice. Overall, I would come back here with friends or a date night. I want those cheese curds!!!

    Jethros Burger
    Sherelle L.

    Loved the vibe, the music, the food, and most importantly the Drinks! Drinks: (5/5) I had their twist on an Old Fashioned and it was amazing ! I had two lol . My best friend had the frozen Paloma and she was pleased as well! The price points were standard. Food: (5/5) This was such a surprise! Cocktail bars typically don't do that well with food, but that isn't what people go there for anyways. HOWEVER, Jethro's bites were SOOOO good! Freshly made and literally melt in your mouth good. No complaints at all ! This cocktail lounge has such a variety of seating options (inside and out).!

    $7 before 7pm smash burger special
    Tiffany P.

    Very pleasant experience at Jethro's for my first time here! Their burger special is unbeatable $7 smash burger and fries before 7pm and it's delicious! Their mocktails and cocktails are just as good. I would definitely return. The bartenders are very nice and friendly and quick despite how busy it gets.

    Jacquelyn C.

    How have we not been here yet? If you pass this often like us and still haven't been in, this is your time to go!!! The music is fire, the staff is vibes and the drink are incredible. 5 stars

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    Always a great time! The drinks are well crafted and the food is hot,fresh & comforting.

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    Enjoy craft cocktails outside in out garden all while watching your favorite sports on the largest screen in Midtown!

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    Happy Hour Bubbles with buzzer for Umbrella Fellas burger

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    Rice Village isn't exactly known for having a bunch of cool bars so it was nice to find this spot…read more Had some friends in town for a conference that were staying in the Galleria area. They looked up bars and suggested this spot. I had never heard of it but rolling up, I recognized it as where Kelvin Arms used to be. It was a cool spot back in the day and still a cool spot now. It shares a lot with other businesses and parking wasn't an issue when we went during the day. Inside is dark with an old bar feel to it. I believe this used to be an old bank and the original vault is still there. You can go in there and chill in a lounge like atmosphere. We ordered drinks and sat out on the spacious patio. I started off with an Old Fashioned. It was strong but tasty. What I didn't like was the used of regular ice as opposed to a proper, large ice cube. We then switched to espresso martinis which was done very well here. Overall, this is a solid spot in the Rice Village area. I'd come back if in the area.

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    West Alabama Ice House has been one of my go to Houston spots for years. It is simple, classic, and…read moreexactly what a Texas dive should feel like. Nothing fancy, just cold beer, picnic tables, dogs everywhere, and an easy atmosphere that makes it impossible not to relax. I brought a friend in town tonight who had never been to a real Texas dive and this was the perfect place to show him the vibe. We grabbed a couple of beers, sat under the lights, and ended up talking for hours while people drifted in and out with their dogs and bikes. It reminded me why I keep coming back. Service is quick, the crowd is always friendly, and the whole place feels like old Houston in the best way. If you want a spot that is comfortable, welcoming, and timeless, West Alabama Ice House never disappoints.

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    Their drink menu is incredibly creative, with unique cocktails that are both well-balanced and…read morebeautifully presented. You can really tell the bartenders know what they're doing. The food was just as impressive - fresh, flavorful, and thoughtfully put together, with plenty of options to pair with drinks. The outdoor patio is a huge plus, especially when the weather is nice, and adds to the overall experience. Overall, Wooster's Garden strikes a great balance between a laid-back vibe and high-quality food and drinks. Definitely a spot I'd recommend and look forward to visiting again!

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    Great drinks, great food, great people!

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    Part of the tap wall. I'll have one of each please :)

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    Great crowd, amazing patio and delicious cocktails!

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