Great bar and great service. Great dive in the area, must go. Despite my pleasures of this bar, some woman at the bar (customer) thought that she was the boss and called me out for not returning my empty beers to the trash, despite me returning them to the bar (I didn't know there was a trash can by the entrance). I love the bar and have spent much time here, but this woman really rubbed me the wrong way and will consider my future endeavors. Thank you! -Bob. b. read more

Weird vibes, man asleep by dumpster out back. 2 old heads hanging in bar that smelled like mildew. Bartender was great vibes though, somebody hire her at a better bar ASAP. My star is for you bartender! read more

Great bartender, strong drinks, and an overall chill atmosphere. Loved this local gem!

4 months ago this bar had literally taken a deep dive past a hell hole. But now that they finally fired the bartender who was padding the tabs, over charging and coughing up blood, the owner really has turned things around. Everyone who works there is great. The happy dive bar community vibe is back and there is no longer just certain days the regs show up on. I hope things stay great, Penny and I will be back soon. read more

T K Bittermans - Penny loves tks. - Dive Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Local bar where everyone knows everybody and if you're a newcomer you'll be treated like family. Drinks are cheap and delicious.

Guest bartender Tia was amazing and the steaks were cooked to perfection! Mashed potatoes were solid too.

There aren't many bars along West Alabama - except for West Alabama Ice House ... and then you have restaurant bars like Bocados, Triniti, Divino and so on ... but TK Bitterman's is the clear and only choice if you want a stiff drink in the area for cheap and without the need to "dress up." Remember, WAI only has beer and wine. TK's is a serious hole, but in a good way. Dog-friendly, pizza by the slice, darts, jukebox, locals-only. i'm a fan. read more

So why am I taking a star off from this great dive bar? I'm allergic to digital jukeboxes. Seriously. Achoo! Granted there really isn't any room for a real juke box, and if it does get busy on certain nights, then I could understand the saving of space. But, how gross. If I'm going to have to endure carpet in a bar (stop me from going on a tangent here...please), I should at least be rewarded with a real jukebox full of amazing albums and a pool table. Now granted, with a pool table we would have needed to open a few windows to use the cues, but it would have been fun. The things I really liked about this place included the sea of bar tables and stools, the regulars (one kept giving us the Mal Ojo), and the Chicago baseball paraphenalia on the walls. The bar is tiny and our small group easily congested the main travel artery of the bar with our bar stools. Not a problem since it was just us and a few regulars, but again, we kept getting the eyeball. Also like the previous reviewers, I too will mention the Cubs and Sox. What is up with the love of Chicago baseball in Houston? Ernie's and TK's. Honestly, I like Sammy Sosa, Kerry Wood, Rogers Hornsby, Ernie Banks, and Harry Carey, but we're in a town full of Jeff Bagwell, Craig Biggio, Roy Oswalt, Mike Scott, Nolan Ryan, and Milo Hamilton. (please note: my list could go on for another five paragraphs) Perhaps it's because a majority of the Chicago players I listed above (sans Sosa and the announcer) were from Texas? Regardless, next time I go, I'm wearing my soon to be made "I heart Ausmus" tshirt. read more

The first two times I made it to Bitterman's, West Alabama Ice House was too crowded or I forgot to bring cash. Diagonally across W. Alabama, Bitterman's is an easy transition to make. Easy to miss, Bitterman's may possible be the smallest bar in Houston. Seriously. You enter off of small porch on the front with two or three tables. It is a perfect "cave." With the old-school upholstered bar stools, from the "Regal Beagle" era, Saloon style doors on the ladies bathroom stall, and carpet on the floor, this place will take you back in time. There is Chicago sports memorabilia all over the walls, so I assume the owners have connections to the windy city and pull clientele with a similar affinity for the Cubs, Bulls, and Sox. They always have a decent drink or beer special(s) up on the board. Yesterday was Sam Smith Winter Welcome for $4. Perfect choice for a chilly afternoon. Put Bitterman's on you list of dark, small neighborhood bars...perfect during the summer or a day when WAIH is too crowded. read more

I gotta admit, I had no idea what to expect outta this place. When it was suggested that we hit up the bar "across from WAIH" I was like ok, fine, whatever. But the simple fact is, I couldn't see the place. Even as Clinton was like Dude, it's right over there, I still couldn't see it. Talk about hidden. What do you make of a bar named TK Bittermans? For me, I immediately pictured a real stuffy environment or an old gentlemens smoking parlour. You know, "Hey Geeves, tell the Mrs. I'll be down at TK Bittermans having a smoke old chum." But alas, I wasn't the driver, and had pretty much realized I had absolutely nothing else to do that Saturday evening, so why not. Once inside however, I was completely blown away. I love a good dive bar. And, I was born in Chicago. This place combines both of those perfectly. There is a bunch of great Chicago sports memorabilia on the walls. Both teams. There is a digital jukebox though that looked a lil outta place. See, it's a lil old school in there. The type of place where you can get a table in the back, and arrange that hit on your rivals turf, or other devious acts like out of an old gangster flick. It definitely is a great place to get hammered, you know, a real drinking bar. Definitely not pretentious, and not a place to be seen. I'll be back here again soon, if I can find the damn place... read more

This place is the worst if not close to it. Rude, surly bartender. Occasionally rude patronage. Expensive drinks for quality of the bar. I have tried very, very hard to like this place because my friends live nearby and frequent it. But alas, I cannot in good faith recommend this bar to anyone who wants an outing that is pleasant and doesn't involve masochism. On the plus side, it is a Chicago Cubs watch place, so its got that going for it. read more

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Rude service, walked out after an eye roll for ordering a three-ingredient drink. A regulars-only type of place filled with ordinary sports bros. Sad vibes of alcoholism and boredom there too. read more

Not bad, not bad at all. Small, cozy and a patio too! TK Bitterman's is one of those place's I may have never known existed if it weren't for the help of Yelp! Or should I say Yelpers insistent on continuing our Happy Hours. We moseyed on over to TK's after leaving West Alabama (approximately 50 feet) and joined the others for a round. The inside is pretty petite with a pool table in the back, a few booths and pub tables. The restrooms are teeny-tiny and are not suited for the shy gal (hehe Eva) but still clean enough to get the job done. The prices are reasonable for beer, but mixed drinks were a tad pricey. A few of us girls that decided to hang back for a bit and sat out on the front patio to enjoy a little more of the beautiful night. It's a great little patio and perfect for conversation and people watching. It's a great little dive bar, with a little personality. read more

I would have never known about this place if I hadn't randomly met some folks that were doing a bicycle pub crawl. It's almost directly across the street from West Alabama Ice house but it's incredibly easy to miss. It's also a dog friendly place if you're out on the patio. Also the owner or manager seems to be a Cubs fan as there is an assortment of Chicago memorabilia like an Old Style Beer neon sign along with some assorted Cubbies stuff. I'm not sure if this is the "Cubs bar" though. And I didn't check to see if they actually sold Old Style Beer. Is that stuff even available outside of the Chicagoland area? Seems like decent enough place to grab a drink if you want a slower paced laid back type of locale. There wasn't anything here that made it stand out as extraordinary but at the same time the service and atmosphere was good enough that I'd have no problems swinging by again. 3 stars is not a bad rating by any means. Like Yelp says...3 stars is "A-OK" and this place is indeed "A-OK' in my book. read more

This is basically a neighborhood bar. They have a little bit of parking out front. Seating is mostly indoor- there are a couple tables outside but let's be honest it's right where the smoking is at. They have good deals but their beer selection isn't huge, and some of the beers are kind of expensive. The main plus is the chill atmosphere. They had it set up so you could play Wii sports the other day. I would definitely come back but it's not anything special. read more

This awesome little Chicago style bar is off Alabama. The bartender was welcoming and friendly. Cozy dive bar interior with flashback to the 80's kind of feels, nice little patio out front as well. There will be regulars spread out through the bar, making it a little quiet at times. I didn't see a sign out front and heard there's no sign for a reason. This is definitely a well kept secret and wouldn't mind hitting this place up next time I just want a couple of drinks and relax. It's the go to bar if you don't want to deal with annoying noisy crowds and the shenanigans that come with them. read more

TK Bitterman's is my favorite dive bar in Houston. They love the Cubs here but welcome everyone. Friendly staff and good pours. Love the Kennealy's pizza that they bring in most days. Nice dart board too. If you're looking for a casual place to have some drinks and relax with the locals, this is the spot. read more

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Bitterman's is a little neighborhood hang out. I literally walk here whenever I need a drink :-) very convenient. It has a very relaxed atmosphere. As mentioned by one of the yelpers - their beer selection is okay. Drinks are good enough to get that buzz you need after a long day. Some nights you'd see some hippies here but it doesn't bother me. read more

Julia is the best, she's an absolute saint. Tell her Shoeless Joe says hi, and thanks for being so great even when we were assses and we had no idea what we we're doing. read more

TK's would be pretty much a perfect neighborhood bar with one exception, it's REALLY expensive. I stopped coming here because of this reason, but gave it another try with a large group of Yelpers. But, it's still really expensive for my taste. 50 cents here and a dollar there per drink, really adds up. Soon, your anticipated tab of $22 or so dollars turns out to be $30. And so on.... read more

We are from Austin, and we have been looking for a great hole in the wall dive bar that felt like home, and this place is it. This is a the best dive bar in Houston. The staff is always courteous, and the go the extra mile to make sure that you are having a wonderful time. I am hesitant to write this review, because I do not want to contend with lots of people going there, but they should be recognized for their wonderful concept. I enjoy that while it does get busy, it is not insane. Their porch is a great place to sit with your dog and people watch :) We always have a wonderful time. Thank you guys for making us feel like home. read more

It's not the nicest place. The drinks are pretty cheap and the bartenders are generally quick. It has a nice outside area and patio. Perfect for a late night out with friends. read more

T K Bittermans provides an awesome dive bar experience with some of the most personable and enjoyable crowds I've experienced in Houston. Don't waste your time, if you're looking for a reason to find something wrong. Nothing but positive vibes coming from this neighborhood bar! read more

Great little dive bar that has been there forever. Driving by, you might miss it if you blink your eyes...but always worth a stop. Across from the West Alabama Ice House. read more

Small but nice. The staff is friendly and the bathrooms are pretty clean. Lots of regular customers from the neighborhood give this place a comfortable relaxed environment. read more

I asked what beers they have .... bartender listed of six. Only one (st. arnold's) could be considered a microbrew. She adds "we never had all these fancy beers before" Still a dive bar, not yet taken over by hipsters. Nothing special, but they have darts. It'll be a cool spot in two years. read more

Love it! It's a total hole, in a good way. The big downside is the prices on the drinks are only relatively hole-ish. Ruthie's is probably the better bar of this ilk, just because the cheap drinks match the grungy interior. read more

average, not bad, ok - this is a small and quaint little bar on west alabama - i was taken here by one of their regulars. I will give you this - you can certainly have some privacy, which is sometimes a hard thing to come by, but i have to say that there is some parking, but not alot, the beer was cool but not ice cold, and the prices were almost as expensive as some of the more high end places around town - oh and watch out for mosquitos - so overall - alright. read more

One of the best, if not the best, baseball bars in town! Don't hold the fact that the owners are Cubs fans against them!

I love me some bittermans. It's my neighborhood go to as its right down the street from me. It is a locals type bar that's kinda small but that's how I like it! It has an atmosphere all its own. Love it! read more

One of the best neighborhood bars. Small, locals, not loud, good service, and will put your sports games on for you.