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The Local Bar

4.5 (140 reviews)
Open • 2:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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Upscale
Moderate noise
Good for groups

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Moby M.

Lovely place with delicious food and great service. The salmon meal was very light and tasty and so was the desert

Strawberry basil martini
Norma T.

Osmi makes the best drinks for us. Pineapple spicy margarita for my husband and a Strawberry Basil martini for me.

Fried pickle spears and Hawaiian Pizza
Carolyn H.

Amazing drinks and food!!! Loved that they do fried pickle spears and jalapeño/spicy ranch was so good with them! The Hawaiian pizza was really great too. They had a guest playing guitar and singing which was nice and the restaurant was really clean too. The service was fast and our waitress was helpful when picking out what to get. Will definitely be back with more friends and family!

Dessert chocolate mouse cake
Lauren V.

Food amazing , Antonio was our waiter, so kind, attentive ,above and beyond professional waiter. Casual but classic interior . Strongly recommend the salmon and kebabs. Chocolate mouse to die for

Skillet wings
Tiffany H.

I have to say I was super disappointed in the new Local Bar. There is no longer live music on the weekend and it is basically a small sports bar that serves some food. It felt more like I was in a restaurant with TV's than a place that would be considered a bar to go out to with my friends for a fun time. The old Local Bar had a great fun atmosphere, not here. My bf and I ordered the Hummus plate which was great and the skillet wings in garlic parmesan. The wings were super tough and I would not order them again. Also, most of the drinks from the old location are no longer on the menu, but if there is something you liked they can still make it. The service was good and our server was nice and attentive which is why I gave 3 stars. Unless something drastically changes I would not go back here.

Chicken Nachos
Jessica C.

Liked that the bar has a separate entrance that is 21+. Went on a Friday night and enjoyed the live music from the woman singing with her keyboard. She was great. Food was quick and tasty. Bartender was really attentive. This is a great bar on the neighborhood.

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Friendly ambiance and excellent customer service. Wide variety of menu options. Definitely recommend.

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Cool spot to hangout. I've been here for a few happy hours. The wings are good snd the bartenders take care of you well.

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Food was great! We had appetizers and pizzas!! Drinks and service were great as well! We sat outside and enjoyed everything!! Thanks!!!

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Excellent suburban adults-only bar with good ambiance, drinks and good food for a bar.

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This is THE best margarita in houston. Spicy pineapple margarita. Osmi makes the best drinks. Food is good too.

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Taco Tuesday happy hour is the vibe! Yummy tacos, yummy margaritas, and great service.

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Ask the Community - The Local Bar

Is it quiet enough for good conversation with a group?

Depends on where you sit. I know they have separate rooms.

Are kids (or certain ages) not allowed to eat inside at all or during certain hours/days? We were told once at lunch our kids weren't allowed inside.. I see no such rule on their site. There were only 2 other people there. 100° outside, so we left.

I think kids are only allowed on the patio and not inside

Is this dog friendly?

No dogs allowed

Anyone know what time they close on Friday/Saturday?

2am

Is it non-smoking inside?

Yes it is non smoking inside.

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We stopped in for drinks and dessert and were not disappointed. From the moment we walked in, the…read moreservice was outstanding. We sat at the bar and our server, Shante, was fantastic. I asked for a drink recommendation and she gave me two great options. I chose the Tres Cucumber and it was amazing. Refreshing, not too sweet, and perfectly balanced with a clean cucumber flavor. My husband ordered the Old Fashioned, which was also very well done. We shared the fudge brownie for dessert and it was rich, moist, and elevated with just the right hint of espresso. The atmosphere is comfortable and versatile. It works just as well for a date night as it does for a girls night or a casual meet-up with a friend. 10 out of 10. I definitely recommend this spot and will absolutely be back.

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finally made my way to Katy Beer Garden, and it did not disappoint. Parking was simple -- plenty of…read moreroom in the main lot and more along the side streets, so no parking drama before you even walk in. The space itself is laid out really well. Inside, you've got cold A/C and comfortable seating if you want to escape the heat. Outside, there are shaded tables and an upper patio with fans that actually keep the air moving. You can pick your vibe depending on how hot it feels outside. As for the beer selection... they aren't playing. There's a huge variety on tap, something for every taste. When I visited, there were also food trucks on-site along with a small in-house menu, so grabbing a bite was easy. But the real surprise is the bourbon whiskey room hidden behind those red velvet curtains. It has that quiet, speakeasy feel -- a completely different atmosphere from the main area. Definitely worth stepping inside if you enjoy bourbon. Prices are reasonable, the energy is relaxed, and it's the kind of place you can hang out, talk, and enjoy yourself without feeling rushed. If you haven't checked it out yet, go. It's a fun spot with a lot of character.

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My son frequently eats sushi at Tobiuo's and I have grown to love it…read more We heard good things from our neighbor about this place and had to come try it for ourselves. The ambiance was modern and the lighting was perfect for an evening setting. All I can say is WOW.... the fish was fresh and we had an amazing evening. The young man behind the sushi bar was trying his hardest to serve me more simple dishes because I am quite picky toward raw fish. I forgot his name but he is the reason I am taking the time to write a review. The price was on the higher side, which is to be expected in a higher-end sushi restaurant but felt reasonable overall. This will not be our last time dining here. There is not much activity in this shopping center and seemed to be the only thing open during the evening hours. This made parking easy because we are always having trouble finding a spot in La Centera. Thanks to all of the staff for making our dinner one to remember!

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