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    The Railyard

    3.8 (89 reviews)
    InexpensiveSports Bars
    Closed 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    THE RAILYARD ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Moderate noise
    Juke Box
    Outdoor seating

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    Mark D.

    There's nothing like discovering a dive bar within walking (or crawling) distance from where you're staying! Uniquely juxtapositioned between the mansions of River Oaks, and the luxury high rises of Galleria, The Railyard meets dive bar criteria. It is located on the windowless end of a squat, nondescript strip mall, underneath high-voltage power lines, and right next to the main line of the Union Pacific Railroad. Having said that, I felt very welcome as a first-timer, even though I was somewhat older than the crowd that seemed to be there. There are several arcade games, and a bare bones patio area for the smokers. They have a very good selection of beers and spirits available at reasonable prices. I especially liked the "Touch Tunes " jukebox which allows you to play songs from your smartphone. The bartenders were excellent, with a shout-out to Brittany for making us feel so welcome! They have great specials, including "in the industry" nights Sunday thru Wednesday after 10. As I was there on a Wednesday after 10, I can tell you I met a plethora of "crazy characters" during my visit, and it all lent itself to a party-like atmosphere. I made one return visit there during my stay in Houston. Overall, I was quite satisfied with The Railyard!

    Cat W.

    I absolutely loved this place and wish I would have come in sooner. Leaving River Oaks to hit 610 right over the rail tracks sits this small bar, if not for the clever sign I probably would have missed this. The bartender Stephanie was so sweet, hilarious and super friendly. My friend and myself were the only 2 female patrons for awhile and she remarked she was glad to see us and made a point to chat with us. Decent selection on tap and Stephanie readily offered up samples without being asked- nice touch! Large patio especially considering the size of inside. A few arcade games, big clean bathrooms and ample bar space made for a great visit.

    Mirna C.

    It's a nice casual neighborhood bar. It's actually close to the railroad tracks. I sat outside which was very smoky, which I guess is to be expected. I didn't like the drink the bartender made but she was very nice about it. I probably would have sat inside but there weren't too many people there. I'd probably give it a second chance and maybe play some of the games inside. It's a good place to chill if you don't mind smoke.

    Jack H.

    Perhaps in an effort to make the phoenix analogy more concrete, the façade - such as it was - at the Roll-N Saloon caught fire not long before its imminent demise. A symbolic pyre for the passing of a much loved neighborhood dive? Who knows, but the bar has been resurrected from the ashes and reincarnated as the Railyard. As the name suggests, the bar still faces the tracks, but that's about all it has in common with the old Roll-N Saloon - at least physically. In a stroke of more spiritual continuity, the new owners retained the beloved bartenders Mark and Tony to help the old regulars feel at home. Otherwise, the gutted interior is unrecognizable. Gone are the chalked scribblings and fading photos of patrons past festooning the walls and ceilings; present are brick walls, polished furniture, and flat screen TV's dressing up the joint with a modern sports bar feel perhaps more befitting its River Oaks environs. Gone is the old school jukebox with the classic country crooners and raucous royalty of rock; installed is a shiny new internet jukebox. But talking to the new owners, they're really not channeling Weingarten Realty or anything. Their family owns the larger center in which the bar is located, and they are nice enough guys trying to update the place while maintaining a neighborhood feel and cultivating a new clientele without alienating the old. That internet jukebox? Loaded with many of the same tracks you would have found on the old one. And with a vintage photo booth located in the corner, patrons can start adorning the walls with new shindiggerous moments frozen in time.

    K B.

    I liked the crowd and vibe this place has. Drinks are well priced along with a great selection. I was a fan of the basketball game. Bartender was super knowledgeable and friendly. I'll be back.

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    Mark H.

    The Railyard is a bar. Nothing awesome, extraordinary, fantastic or beyond what one would expect in a bar is present here. No amazing liquor selection. No signature cocktails. No expansive beer rail jam-packed with Texas brews. It's just a bar. End of story.

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    7 months ago

    Great bar, amazing bourbon selection and reasonably priced pours. This will be a regular stop on my Houston trips.

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    2 years ago

    Cool vibe, decent drinks, outdoor area. Cool local bar for galleria area and has parking

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    3 years ago

    Came by for one beer. Service was fast and great! They have a lot of TVs and fun games. I'll come back with more friends.

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    2 years ago

    Nice comfortable environment. Our bartender was very friendly and skilled. Definitely recommend

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    This is definitely not a dive bar it's a relaxed casual bar with reasonably priced drinks and some fun arcade games.

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    2 years ago

    the new bartender needs to go. we love the other guy who has been there before renovations.

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