i am so surprised that i have not heard about winnie's. lately, i've been spending some of my spare happy hour time, looking for ones that feel right. winnie's is definitely one of the places that feels right. it's in a central location, there is paid parking nearby or the train. the drinks are decent. the bites are great, and the atmosphere is chill. there is also seating on their patio. i would summarize the vibe as "rockabilly" and as a millennial, i like it. the staff are welcoming, and on wednesdays they have trivia! bonné santé c. read more

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They had 2 servers for a pretty busy house :/ so service was inevitably slow. Like it took 15-20 mins to PLACE an order. Vibes were great but we went during trivia night and I guess the trivia MCs were in charge of music because it was PAINFULLY loud. My ears still hurt. The food was fine. Would not recommend the oysters. Not very well shucked :( the crunch wrap was OK. It's like a fancier Taco Bell menu item...with lots of pickled vegetables. Would try different things next time! The drinks were good. :) read more

I recently visited Winnie's on two occasions for their Christmas Miracle pop-up. I've heard many great things about Winnie's and was excited to check it out. There isn't any parking, but I was lucky to find street parking nearby on one occasion. There is also a paid garage around the corner. During this time of year, the whole place is decorated super nice with lights and Christmas decor throughout. They even cover the (normally open) patio to enhance the visual effect of all the Christmas lights. Reservations are recommended during peak times, but there was a good flow of people, so it didn't look like there was really a long wait (if any). I ordered the fried pickles, which came out super fast. The pickles were piping hot and the breading was crispy. The pickle chips were served with a side of spicy ranch which complimented them perfectly. Everyone at our table seemed to enjoy these. For my Miracle drink, I got the Snowball Old-Fashioned, which is your standard old fashioned enhanced with gingerbread flavor. Was it worth $17 for a cocktail in Houston? Probably not, but I'm thinking this is the markup for the pop-up and to enjoy the limited-time Christmas spirit. Service was decent. During one visit, I asked our server if they were doing happy hour specials and he bluntly responded with "no." When I asked if it was because of the pop-up, he basically said he didn't know because he doesn't normally work here. Weird answer, but ok. Otherwise, he was fairly attentive to our large group and drinks came out fast. I'll definitely come back to Winnie's during the normal time of year to try their other food and drink offerings. I love that there is huge a dog-friendly patio for nice weather days in Houston! read more

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So good! So fun! Everyone working was wearing themed Master's weekend shirts, how fun! Although, it's never the same as Miracle at Winnie's, the atmosphere is always fun. This time my husband got the chicken fried steak (it doesn't tell you on the menu that it comes with sides, bonus!). My husband gave me the potato salad that comes with it, delicious. I got the catfish and grits, grilled. The catfish was a bit salty, but the chow chow evened it out. We also got the crawfish Queso. They are really generous with the crawfish in it. The chips are fine, but our side of fries were better with it. This restaurant actually makes me happy, and is probably my favorite non fine dining restaurant. read more

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Winnie's is known for its Christmas flair but it should be known for its great Friday special! I went on a Friday with a friend and sat at the bar, waited on by the lovely Seth. We went for the $1 daiquiris that only happens from 11 AM- 3 PM per the menu! Seth knows how to make an incredible shaken martini, so drink at your own risk. In addition to my martini, I had the fried chicken crunch wrap supreme, yes a play on the Taco Bell classic. It was my first time having it and at only $14, it does rival the original. Now there was something in it, maybe the sauce, that I should've gotten on the side but overall, it was really good! So check out Winnie's on a Friday and see Seth for a great daiquiri! read more

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Yes I came back AGAIN for my now 3rd annual Christmas bar popup. This time, it looks like they added more seats inside. Also they didn't have the mulled wine like last year, but a different hot cocktail that was a bit too cinnamon or nutmeg spicy for me. So I went with the Santa's Secret (I believe). It was similar to a frozen pina colada, and it was strong! I had completely forgotten how strong their drinks are and thought that I was gonna be able to get the hot chocolate. Well no I was not! So with my drink, I also tried their double fried wings with the Asian Seoul flavor and my goodness it was sweet, spicy and good! I also got their loaded gumbo fries and that was really good. I think I liked it because of the cheese because I wasn't getting much "Gumbo" flavor but like a gravy though. Nonetheless, it was really good. I wanted to try their deviled eggs, but I wasn't gonna be able to eat all of that. I am looking forward to keeping my tradition going! Cheers! read more

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food was not the best. Didn't get a drink but the drinks looked better than the food.

Absolutely amazing happy hour and incredibly service. Great atmosphere and quaint building.

Once in a while, we stop by this bar as it's right in the middle of midtown/downtown walking area. You can park on the street nearby or in parking garages. The interior is so cute on a regular day but it's an absolute joy coming during Christmas time. They have it decorated up like vintage Christmas from the 80s/90s. The food and drinks are pretty good too. Always small and simple menu. I like their gumbo as well. Not the best I've ever had but still pretty good. Service is always nice. read more

My first stop for my Texas Cocktail Week reviews! Frozen cocktails added to the list of drinks available for cocktail? Sign me up! Absolutely lovedddd the frozen Saturn! My friend had the Beach Please which was quite tasty! This bar was so cute inside with plenty of seating at the bar & in the booths. There was also outside seating as well. It has been on my list of places to try since my first visit here. Our bartender was very sweet, and attentive. I was originally looking to get the strawberry daiquiri but I'm so happy that she recommended the Frozen Saturn. What a game changer! I could barely taste the alcohol, it was a smooth delicious fruity treat. So glad that they were featured for cocktail week! read more

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Great hang out spot the Christmas theme they had was great some drinks tasted kinda bad, but over all very cool to hang out and chill . Service typically bar service. read more

Love Winnie's for every season! The cocktails are great and of course the food is delicious especially after the first drink haha. read more

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Miracle at Winnie's kicks off during the holidays. do amazing job decorating for the holidays. good drinks + food. wait staff is very attentive. read more

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Ambiance: Currently a festive & holiday decorated bar featuring holiday themed cocktails and Instagram-worthy backdrops. Perfect spot for a pre-holiday party drink, celebration, bar crawl, or just catching up with friends. A bit pricey but the drinks were really good! Decent food menu, enjoyed the Mac & cheese balls - did they were expensive for only 3 but the decor/service makes it worth the pricey bar tab IMO. Friendly & fast service. Street and paid garage parking available nearby. Bar area as well as dining table options and a few high tops. Their patio area also looked quite festive and like a great option when the weather is nice. read more

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Super cute place to take photos for the holidays, but the drinks weren't great. The staff was kind. But drinks not worth the price read more

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Stopped in last night with a couple of friends. We sat at the bar since we were impatiently ordering our pizza from around the corner. I am glad we made that stop. The expresso martini was so much better than the other one we had elsewhere last night. The other didn't even have the beans. Now no one wants an unlucky martini. The bartender Maddie was so sweet and actually interactive with her customers. Honestly she was what I feel a good bartender should be described as. Friendly, informative and good at making drinks. The overall feel was weird when I'm used to going around Christmas. It felt to bare. However, I like the old feel of the building overall. Plenty of seating inside and outside. read more

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Winnie's is my happy place and I'm so sad I don't live next door to them any more. It's a cute little place and I love the different seating options. Also, their Christmas pop up is so festive and fun every year! The wait staff is so nice, the food is amazing and the drinks can't be beat! They have an amazing happy hour with absolutely unbeatable oyster prices. Their chargrilled oysters are my love language and their shrimp poboy is delicious. Also, best ranch ever. Can't wait to go back for drag brunch :) read more

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On every visit the staff has been super friendly with great recommendations. Food is pretty good for the price and they have specials. Upscale divey is the best I can do to describe it but has been a good time so far during Houston visits read more

This local bar located in the heart of downtown was a fun and festive pick for a late holiday lunch. Our server, Jonah, was attentive and informative about top picks. The Christmas decor was very cute and jolly. To drink, I opted for the Run Run Reindeer- a spiced mimosa which was really good. The oysters were a great pick, with pieces of diced apples on top. This was a great pairing with the brie and bacon toppings. The price point was a bit high for only receiving 4 that were on the smaller side. The Winn-a-burger was cooked to perfection and very filling. Can't wait to dine in during their regular hours! read more

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Every time we come here a great time is assured! Amazing food, great vibe, great service. Creative menu and good time are guaranteed. Stop by for a cocktail or a bite read more

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I love Winnie's and this will now be one of my Houston staples when visiting. The ambience, food, service... it's all really great. We stopped in on a Friday night during what happened to be restaurant week. We ordered a few different restaurant week drink flights and a variety of food. I'd describe the food as a modern day take on classic American comfort food. Think Mac and cheese, grilled cheese sandwiches, meatloaf, deviled eggs, banana pie, jello shooters, and others. I didn't know American comfort food could be so good. There are several vegetarian options; I'd ask about vegan because I know they can make them but not sure they're on the menu. Huge shout out to Mario who served us on Friday night, and then also supported my cousin's birthday party a few days later. He was awesome, super nice, and a great server and host! read more

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Winnie's is my new go-to place for Happy Hour inside the loop! Monday to Friday HH 3-6 pm, and all day HH on Tuesday. You just can't beat the $1 Gulf Coast oysters and $7 cocktails. The oysters were so fresh and HUGE, and the cocktails always get me a little buzzed. The Saturn frozen is my favorite. I've been twice in the past month and look forward to coming back for their holiday bar! read more

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As far as neighborhood bars go, this one does it right. I came in a Thursday night. While disappointed to find they only have oysters in Tuesdays, I was pleasantly surprised by the other offerings. We sat at a table which meant walking up to the bar to order which is a bit annoying but we were warned when we walked in. I got a whiskey sour (with egg white) and it was ok. Nothing special or strong. The hero of the night was the jerk chicken po boy. Sooo good. I got a side of fries with it which came out cold so I didn't really eat them. The vibe of the bar is nice, about 1/3 full at 8 on a weekday. They don't validate parking in the deck and it's $4 for an hour, $6 1.5 hour and I think $10 after 2 hours so it adds up quickly. There is also metered street parking and a train stop right out front. I wouldn't go out of my way to return but would go back read more

I just woke up from my coma. My coma that was induced by the greatest appetizers and sandwiches I've ever had in my life. Honestly I wouldn't have cared if the doctor didn't bring me back because there isn't much more to live for after you've tasted heaven on earth. The head chef in this place is a mad scientist and Houston is lucky to have him. A chicken parm Caesar salad sandwich with a vodka sauce?? Best sandwich I've ever had in my life. The only thing I could think about was what is this guy going to create in a sandwich after thanksgiving. I don't know what but I know I'll be there. Last tip... before I go back into my coma... Try the boudain spring rolls. Trust me. read more

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I've seen posts about Winnie's on IG for quite some time and when I finally made my way over I was happy I did!!!! I had a few cocktails, oysters, a burger, and wings (on various visits) and everything made me smile. I love how the space is decorated and will be back to try more menu items in the new year! read more

"Miracles at Winnie " review: made reservations for 10 for my department holiday lunch (physical rehabilitation stjoseph hospital nearby). Was easy , what they didn't tell me was a party of that size with standard reservations automatically placed on the patio(enclosed tent, unless a patron buy out establishment for the day). I noticed on the reservation (patio ) so inquired that's when I was told we had to be outside. Wasn't a deal breaker. Located off main right in front of light rail downtown , plenty parking around (would avoid the garage at high peak times it was chaos getting out ) . Arrived hostess in pj flannel pants and crop top (mind you it's family friendly before 8pm ) we had a little wait for our 3pm reservation time. Seated outside it was warm and even more humid under the non ventilated tent enclosure I started sweating immediately requested something inside to be told by hostess in flannel pants everything reserved didn't even try to speak with upper leadership I asked our server if something could be done and he escalated it to someone in charge and she worked with us to move us inside. It was like they didn't want paying customers to be paying customers continue to say tables reserved when the tables actually stayed Empty duration of our reservation. Food. Salty most dishes few items sent back was overly salty dry rub wings no lemon just pepper , my daughters reported even the cookies were salty but edible enough to them. Water served in 10-12 oz plastic cups , small place but well Decorated inside . 22% gratuity on groups 8 or more ...to me a bit excessive . Plenty of photo opportunities inside and out ! I will definitely go again just for the bar area for some drinks. read more

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The food is good but the location could use a update smell and outdoors are unpleasant. The service is well and they understand and are aware of how outdated the location is read more

We ate here halloween week and it was really good, we had the fish sandwich, burger, and pesto mac and cheese sandwich. We all really enjoyed our food and the staff was very friendly and helpful and the place was pretty comfortable and really nice. read more

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This place was sooooo cute!! The wait wasn't horrible and you can have a drink while you wait as well in the waiting area. They sat us outside and it was a fun environment for bigger groups- with heaters too. The waiters were fast and nice and accommodated our drink requests. A little pricey but you pay for the experience! Highly recommend for a Christmas themed night. Garage parking right next door $10-20 max per night read more

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Subpar bar with some bar food great for children. And if you want an over priced drink or limited food options read more

Other than the aesthetic, I can't really say anything positive about this place. I've been dragged here 4x and every time I come here we are treated with the worst service. The food is awful and overpriced for what it is. The drinks were cute but like I said, the prices were not worth it. It was unfortunate that the bathrooms were down but why not close for the day? Instead of sending your customers next door to "double trouble" to get stared at. Just a weird experience..... 100% do not recommended this place. read more

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This place was definitely a 10/10. We went on a Sunday around 11:30am. We ordered the boudin appetizer. Great choice. For lunch we all ordered burgers. Everyone was pleased. We all enjoyed our burgers. The service was great, the drinks were excellent and ambiance was on point for Sunday football viewing. read more

Hidden gem for sure! I came in for their hh special. A half a shrimp poboy with a cup of gumbo and two drink for $13. The food was good, the place had a nice swanky vibe and the staff was friendly. Almost forgot to mention these DELICIOUS chocolate chip cookies that they have with like a caramel of toffee of some kind. (Not photographed) read more

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This place was a miss for me. I asked the guy what fancy sandwiches they had, and he ignored and just told me about the Lubys Special menu? Idk. I ordered a po boy and some gumbo. Po boy was 7/10 not bad! Gumbo was 9/10 pretty dam good. Fried pickles were a nice bite. Espresso Martini Mocktail. Tasted like sweet soy sauce. They need to take off the fine sandwiches name from their sign. Just Winnies. Nice area! However I / We will Definitely will not be back. -Santangelo Balli Gonzales read more

Cute dive bar. The food was better than expected. They are known for the burger. Overall good vibes read more

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Not sure. Their website says they close at 10 but when I popped by at 9 for a glass of wine they said they closed at 9:30 and the patio closed was already closed? (What's the point of closing the patio early? They don't have anything out there but picnic tables, all they have to do is lock the doors). Think they were just trying to leave early and were turning people away, pretty disappointed. read more

I love Winnie's! Who is Winnie? Been here for several events and it is my favorite gourmet sandwich that serves drinks. 1st time on accident. 2nd time for a Tasting Collective event for his bday. 3rd time because of the arduous micro marathon. 4th & beyond (we are at least at 6x now) ... we love it and will come here for the burgers and drinks and food every day possible! read more

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Went to Winnie's for the miracle pop up, which was nicely decorated. We were on the covered patio, which blocked any wind and there were heaters available as well. The drinks at the Miracle pop ups are always the same and were made well at this location. The menu was modified and had plenty of vegetarian options. The food is on the pricier side but is decent. read more

Came here for TGIF happy hour with a fellow Elite, on a whim. Another place that's been on my list : ) It's across from the Ensemble Theater. As I walked up to the place, with the metro rail on my left, I noticed the good-sized, enclosed patio with park bench style seating. This would be great for a nice day. Drinks- I attempted to order the Grapefruit Ranch Water, but they were out. So, instead, I went with the Spanish Smash. It was pretty tasty, almost mojito- esq without the heavy mint. The spirit was sherry, which I don't have much experience with, but enjoyed. Next, I had the Classic Shaken Daquri. This was served fancy, in a coup glass. It was not like any daquri I have ever had. It was a smoother, more defined taste and frothy, I liked it. That spirit was Rum. Their happy hour ends at 5p, too bad, unsure what crowd they are trying to appeal to with those hours. Drinks were $7 bucks each on HH. Food - I had the chargrilled oysters, which I thought was on the HH menu, but I guess not, at $16 bucks. It comes with 4 oysters and 2 pieces of nicely browned bread. Parking - There is a garage up the block a little, not too far out the way, but it's a paid lot. Few other options for street parking, except the rail. This option isn't always convenient for folks coming from work outside of midtown. For some reason, this bar seemed out of place in comparison to the rest of the neighborhood. I can't exactly put my finger on it. read more

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DO NOT GET THE VIETNAMESE GRITS. I should've known better than to expect a flavorful vietnamese broth with the grits as advertised... the broth was so bad lol However everything else was great! The strawberry french toast itself was super yummy and not too sweet but the syrup they give you is rumbased and it was way too strong we just ditched the syrup because we couldn't use it just too strong. Fried pickles were the best out of these, super crispy and perfectly sized. Great sauce as well. Service was super friendly and welcoming, and they got what we needed right away. read more

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