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    Monarch Bar and Lounge

    4.2 (26 reviews)
    Open • 12:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    MONARCH BAR AND LOUNGE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Live music
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Wesley S.

    NOV 2024 Very specific crowd!! Friday and Saturdays are 50+ meet up nights. I had some food and the food was really good. The drinks were good. The staff was very ice. The club was clean and had a cool ambiance. The music was good.

    Krystal is such an amazing bartender, the drinks are amazing!! The restrooms are clean, great music . I will be returning!!!

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    Claudia Ç.

    Oh man I had a great time! I'm not a going out kind of person, so we took a chance and tried it out on karaoke night! Lol it was so much fun and the food was delicious! We had a few appetizers and wow were they tasty! The executive chef Gilbert was very friendly, came out to our table to see how we liked the food! The singers were fun great crowd! I was happy we came! Y'all should definitely come out and don't forget to eat while you're here and Lyft yourself home!

    Happy hour and brunch menu

    Found this cute bar on a walk and went in for happy hour. Drinks and appetizers were cheap with free nachos and a chicken quesadilla. Service is attentive and we felt very welcomed. Live music three days a week and karaoke on the off days. Love the atmosphere which is a good blend of lowkey and lively. Excited to bring friends here.

    Lauri B.

    This used to be a dive bar called Shakespeare's. It's tucked away in a small strip center behind a Kolache Factory (which used to be a Taco Bell years ago). I love the parking right near the door, the remodel is an open concept with better lighting, the service is great and the prices are decent. They had live music the night I went (a Friday night). There's a large screen behind the band that plays music videos. There's bar seating, high top tables, booths and regular table seating available. One group had a child with them, so I believe it's family friendly, but call to be sure. They also offer a covered patio with nice cushioned outdoor furniture. It really was a shock to see how well they revamped this place. There's lots of velvet in the bar. The seats are velvet and the curtains are velvet, but it's done tastefully. I love the convenience to home and I felt safe there. They give you a small plate of chips and salsa to start. The menu is fairly large for a bar. The chicken Marsala was delicious and the portions are big. I will definitely be back.

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    9 months ago

    Great staff and fun drinks! Live music on fridays and saturday! Great for some bites and a fun evening!

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    Ambient was great, the bartender was amazing. Good live music, lots of different cocktails. Excellent happy hour menu

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    2 years ago

    Great neighborhood night spot! Great ambiance. Love all the waitstaff and music. Nice to see regulars . Always a fun time

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    4 years ago

    A fun, local hole in the wall place with live music. The service staff was very attentive and we had fun!

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    4 years ago

    Great bar and the live music was lovely. Had a good time there. It is nicely decorated inside. We would go again.

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    Best place to go. I have been there two weeks in a row. Each time a different band was playing with a good variety of music. Good vibes!

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    Ask the Community - Monarch Bar and Lounge

    Hi Please reserve a table of 4 guest for April 27 Saturday ?…

    Hello. Of course. Under what name?

    Could I please reserve a table for 6 for for Saturday 11/25 ? Thank you Pat

    Hello pat. Sure. You are confirmed. Thanks

    Could please reserve a table for 4 - for this evening - thank you? Pat

    Hello pat. Okay. Thanks confirmed

    Is there live music this Friday Aug. 4th? If so, what time does it begin. Are reservations for two recommended?

    Hello. Yes we have a live music It stars at 8:00. No need for reservation for 2 ppl. Thanks

    Hi- what is the band this Saturday and what kind of music? Thk u

    Hello. The Band for this Friday and saturday is Great Scot they are Blues Band Thank you

    Could I please reserve a table for 4 for Friday night ? Thank you Pat :)

    Hello pat. Okay 4 is all set Thanks

    Is it open Wednesday evening?

    Hello yes we are open

    I don't think it will be busy there tonight however could I reserve table for 5? Thank you Pat

    Yes pat

    Could I please reserve a table for 5-6 for tomorrow night ? Thank you Pat :)

    Hello pat. Yes. You are all set. Thank you

    Food served here yet?

    Hello. Not yet we are waiting for our final inspection

    Could I please reserve a table for 6 ? Thank you Pat

    Hello pat. Yes table of 5 reserved for tonight Friday Feb 24

    Hi, is there a cover charge? Thanks

    Hello. No there is no cove charge

    Good afternoon .. could I please reserve a table for 4 Friday night ? . Thank you Pat :)

    Hello Pat. Of course. This Friday table of 4 confirmed

    Can I still reserve a table for this evening ? If yes I need one for 4 Thank you Pat :)

    Hello pat. Sure. Table for four is confirmed. Thank you

    Would I be able to change my reservation to a table that would accommodate 5 people for tomorrow evening ? Thank you…

    Hello. Yes. 5 is confirmed Thank you

    Could I reserve a table for four - for this Saturday evening ? Thank You…

    Hello Pat. Of course. You are all set. Table for 4 is reserved. Thank you

    Can you order something to eat from another place and eat it while we are there?

    Yea you can order it yourself and eat the food here

    Don't see any menu?

    Hi. We dont Serve food yet. Our kitchen will open by end of October

    Is the smoking outside? Actually I understand that part .. But the hookah is inside? Does produce smoke?? Do people dance?

    Sorry No smoking inside. But you can smoke outside in the patio. We don’t serve Hookah

    How often will you have live Music?

    Hello. We have live Music every Saturday and every other friday

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    4.0(133 reviews)
    1.0 mi•Energy Corridor
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    I've always enjoyed this place. Stopped in to enjoy a bite with some friends. Not to packed,…read moreprivate parking lot and great prices. Love their happy hr and weekly specials. The bartender Rafa was amazing so fun and personable. Food came out quick and fresh. All the food was delicious. I truly miss living around the corner from this place. Check them out if you're not familiar and trust anything you order to eat will be amazing! Love the clean facility and convenient location. Food: Hummus Spinach dip Pizza

    I've been coming to NextDoor Bar & Lounge for years, and seeing the recent renovation completely…read moretransformed the space in the best way possible. I was impressed when I walked in. They managed to keep the same relaxed neighborhood vibe people love while giving it a much more modern, polished, and upscale feel. The updated design, lighting, TVs and overall atmosphere look incredible and make the space feel fresh without losing its personality. They still have the spinning drink wheel! The outdoor seating especially feels elevated now and makes for the perfect Houston brunch spot or night out. One of the best parts about NextDoor is that it's connected to Hungry's, which means you get full access to their menu while enjoying the lounge atmosphere. Being able to order everything from cocktails and appetizers to full meals while at a bar is a game changer. The food is consistently good, the drinks are strong (especially the frozen options) well-made, and everything comes out quickly. What keeps me coming back year after year is the consistency. The staff has always been welcoming and attentive, the crowd is chill, and it never feels overly pretentious or chaotic. It's one of those rare spots that works for everything, whether it's happy hour after work, date night, catching up with friends over drinks on the patio or a solo adventure. Love seeing a longtime Houston favorite continue to evolve while still delivering the same great experience that's kept me coming back for years. Definitely one of my go-to spots on Memorial Drive. My only suggestion is to tell the younger staff members to be conscious of their conversations while guest are dining nearby. I love people watching but I heard a lot of things. It appears Hungry's uses the bar area like a break/training room or to do other tasks like rolling utensils in napkins.

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    Lazy Oaks Beer Garden

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    4.2(150 reviews)
    3.1 mi•Spring Branch
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    This is one of those spots that just makes a great low key neighborhood bar. The parking out front…read moreis small, but you can usually find a spot around if it's full. They have plenty of tables inside and seating at the bar. The patio area has a nice covered area with some TVs, typically with a local sports game on. Typically at least a couple of families are around, either playing a game or just enjoying the patio with a cold pint. Food & Drink - 4.75* Great local craft beer selection! Definitely give the wall a close look as there's probably something you haven't tried unless you frequent the place already. For food, they have plenty to choose from. Starter and shareables such as chips & queso, pretzels, flautas, or spinach & artichoke dip. For mains you can grab a salad or a guilty pleasure like burgers, wings, and chicken sandwiches. I've had plenty of the items and have never been disappointed. I definitely recommend the onion rings if you go with a sandwich meal. That's not to say the tots or fries are bad, it's just their onion rings are really on point. On Thursday they do ribeye night, so give it a go if you're looking for something a bit more substantial. Service - 4* I've found generally speaking the service is pretty good when ordering at the bar. They can get a little busy at times and slow, but never egregious. Everyone is quite friendly when you ask questions and looking for some recommendations. Cost - 4.25* Always subjective, for me, I find their pricing pretty good for an above average pint and burger. If I were to knock it a little, I think some of the larger brewers "easy drinking" lighter beers could carry a slightly less cost, or maybe run more "specials" to sell at volume with thinner margin. Just a suggestion. Overall, I've never been turned off by any of the pricing. It's definitely refreshing to support local brewers and a local bar more than going to some of the more corporate establishments that sit nearby. Overall - 4.5* Whether you live nearby or need a good meetup location for family and friends around the city, this is a spot I'd recommend to anyone seeking a laid back family atmosphere.

    Lazy Oaks is a solid beer garden in the Spring Branch neighborhood that has a little bit of…read moresomething for everyone. They have plenty of indoor seating between booths, bar stools, and high tables. If the weather isn't too oppressively hot, they have a great outdoor area as well with covered picnic tables, and even a play space for kids. There's beer on tap ranging from the standard to the craft, and they offer a full bar if you're looking for something stronger. I haven't ordered food yet but everyone I know who's eaten here has said that it's above and beyond their expectations. If you're looking for a place in Spring Branch to enjoy a beer and have a casual chat with friends, Lazy Oaks will be right on target.

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    3.7(94 reviews)
    2.6 mi•Spring Branch
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    Texas T tavern turned into the "Holland Heineken House" during the world cup and I'm glad to have…read morevisited here the day before the Dutch/Sweden game. I've been an avid Netherlands' futbol supporter over the last 30+ years and never knew a place existed in Houston.. but was pleasantly surprised to have seen this packed house with a very lively atmosphere inside.. They got a DJ, people were singing and dancing along to Dutch songs, definitely felt like a proper watch party. Most of the crowd there tho, like myself, weren't actually Dutch, but everyone was just there for the vibes. That said, we ended up standing outside because it was probably over capacity. Took me a good 30 minutes just to order a bucket of Heinekens. From what I can tell, this place's giving more of a neighborhood dive bar. It was hot and crowded as one can get (probably over capacity if you ask me.. the parking was hard to find in the neighborhoods nearby and we had to walk a good 5-10min), and $35 for a bucket of 6 small Heinekens isn't really the best deal.. but can't blame them. I did enjoy seeing the Dutch orange bus as it was out on display right outside the bar. Great photo op Overall I'm glad to have come and experienced it, would like to check this place out again under normal circumstances to get a better feel for it.

    Definitely a no-frills dive bar in a spot of Houston that is off the beaten path. I came here for a…read moregroup happy hour - had to drive through a few neighborhoods to get here and was surprised to find this place randomly situated on an industrial-like road. When I said no-frills, I meant it. The drink selection is quite slim and for someone who go out of their way for beer, there weren't really many other options. Our large party had a buffet of food - all of it was basic but tasty - panko-breaded chicken tenders, chips and queso, and quesadillas. Service was actually stellar throughout our time here. Bartenders and servers came around to our group frequently to ask if they could get us anything. I did not expect that from a divey bar like this. While I wasn't blown away by this place and probably don't have much reason to come back, I can see why folks would come out here for a drink or to watch a game, especially if living in the Spring Branch area.

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