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Worcester's Annex

4.5 (59 reviews)
Closed • 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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Casual
Good for groups
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating

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Desperado
Olivia S.

Cool cocktail bar connected to Heights Biergarten. Well staffed, too. I personally enjoyed their tequila and mezcal-based drinks. Lots of food options on their menu if you get hungry!

Bishop Apple Pineapple & Austin Eastciders Honey
Mynika C.

Worcester's Annex- first time here, visited with a friend. The place is very spacious. I entered through the back and my friend entered through the front. Eventually we both realized that the beer garden is Heights Bier Garten, yep it's like two in one! We started at the annex though. Again, upon entering we noticed a reasonable sized crowd but it wasn't packed. Several people there appeared to be fresh out of the office. We were there during happy hour which I believe is Monday thru Friday from 4-6pm. Perfect timing for us. So anyway, we explored the menu and were at the bar ordering within the next few minutes. Bartender did his job, wasn't the friendliest but the drinks were good so that's cool I guess. We ordered food- sweet potato tots and the veggie flatbread. Neither of us knew what to expect when the pizza arrived, but to our surprise it was delicious! We went over to the beer bar and ended with ciders, very tasty and refreshing. Overall, the place was chill. The drinks were yummy and so was the food. Oh and the parking is very...different, can be quite challenging. My friend said the restrooms needed attention.

Lavender limoncello martini with William Price Limoncello

Beautiful space with about every spirit you can think of! The bartenders really know their stuff too. I asked them to come up with something and they made me an excellent lemon lavender martini.

Hailey's Comet Cocktail! So refreshing!
Thea C.

Visited this bar on a late Thursday night to have a quick catch up with a friend. Worcester's Annex is directly next to Heights Biergarten. They basically share the same outdoor seating. There is valet parking and limited self parking on Shepherd. Could have walked from my apartment but it was too hot! Their kitchen was closed when we arrived around past 11pm which means I'll have to return to sample their food. I ordered a tropical cocktail to feel refreshed with Houston heat. I got the Hailey's Comet cocktail and it was sp delicious! The vibe was relaxed although it was still quite busy that time! Price wise, I would say is at par with all other establishments. Will definitely come back!

Juliet H.

The cocktails and the vibe here is spot on! Indoor/outdoor seating options take WA up even further in the ranks for me! I freaking love their cocktails. The bartenders are friendly and know how to make great drinks! (Joel is my fave!) I love that they have great food options as well. I'll be a frequenter, for sure!

Desperado, margarita, mule
Candice M.

Definitely a family friendly local gem during the earlier hours of the day! Booze & kitchen to one side and crafty cocktails on the other. I love the open concept and adult size friendly swings at the tables located in between the 2 establishments, but hate the only food options have to go over to the booze side My only real complaint is I requested an ingredient to be left out of one of the drinks I was requesting and the bartender was very "passionate" it wouldn't taste right... (although, I order this beverage a few places around town) & adamantly disapproving my choice the entire time he crafted the cocktail... even after guarantee I would drink it either way...*inserts eye roll*

Gin and tonic
Amber S.

Came here on a Saturday night around 10:30 and got a gin and tonic, which tasted great. Simple, smooth, and high-quality. This is a great place for both small and mid-sized groups. We had about 8 people. The bar is beautiful, as are the glass windows. And for people who don't like cocktails, you can go right out the door to Heights Bier Garten! There is a lovely shared, covered outdoor space as well. Would love to come back and try some more complex cocktails!

Outdoor seating area with fans
Jill L.

Love this place!!!! The outdoor area is perfect even on a hot day because they have numerous fans that mist water on you. (Okay, maybe you do not love it if you just curled your hair, like my friend had but whatever) They have these amazing swings you can just sit and relax in, outdoor games and even on those 2 cold days in Houston, a fire pit! It is dog friendly and every time I have been there is always a handful of dogs tucked off in a corner. Best part about this place is not the outside though, it is the drinks. They have such an extensive drink menu that is broken up by flavor profile, which I LOVE! That way if you know you are looking for a spirit forward drink, or refreshing drink, or spicy drink it really helps you narrow down your choices. Which is great for those indecisive people that you know. Besides the great drinks, I have to say that the food is also delicious. We had the sausage platter which was delicious. There was about 8 different sausages on the platter with a few dipping sauces. We also got the pretzel, which was a great compliment to the sausage platter. But wait there is more, if you can believe it. The other great thing about this place is that it is connected to the Heights Bier Garden, which is on the other side of the outdoor patio. This way the MEN can get their manly beer drinks and the women can get their delicious mixed cocktails. It is a win for everyone people!

Out of Season
S M.

1st timer. Cool vibe, beautiful night. I was taken aback by the 2nd bartender when placing my order, he did not even let me place my order 1st instead ask for my method of payment - off putting. Well I ordered a cheese burger and sweet potato tots. The same male bartender really did not spark my taste of whiskey drinks, considering there is a plethoric of liquor available for creative drinks to be served. I tried the the Out of Season it was good. Food was good, drink was okay, ambiance was lovely.

Keisha D.

Stopped in for a midday drink and was surprised on how nice this place was. My drink was amazing + refreshing and the bartender was helpful soo welcoming!

Adaelisa M.

Great skilled bartenders whipping up a large variety of cocktails. The cocktail list is honestly so impressive I don't think I've had the same drink twice because you always want to try something new! Great happy hour deals on most of their cocktails and I even spotted an herb garden across the street on the backside of the building where I'm assuming they get their herbs from for the cocktails. Highly recommend a stop in.

PRUDENT POET ($12)
Jennifer T.

HAPPY HOUR MONDAY - FRIDAY (3PM-6PM) Worcester Annex is the cocktail side of Heights Bier Garten. I think it's cool how they separate the cocktail from the beer side because it does make for easier ordering. I believe Annex's happy hour actually starts at 4PM but you can order happy hour beer at 3PM I am a huge fan of Wooster in Midtown and Height Bier Garten is their sister bar so I had to give it a try. I prefer the indoor seating at Wooster more but the outdoor area at Height Bier Garten is a lot more inviting. I also noticed that Annex doesn't garnish their drinks as much as Wooster. It's not a big deal but does make it more appealing to drink. I will say that their SPIRIT FORWARD selection is nicer because they better mask how boozy their drinks are. Wooster's spirit forward selection can be intense but what do you expect from a strong drink. (5/5): BEET HUMMUS CROSTINIS: I was so surprised by this appetizer. It was so delicious! The color was so vibrant and the presentation was eye-catching. The grilled cucumber and leeks added this smokiness and depth to the dish. It was a great balance of sweet, savory, and crunchy. I would get this again!

Victoria M.

Pronounced WOOSTERS :) The better: Great giant (dog friendly!) patio shared with the Bier Garten. Nice idea to divide and conquer the beer vs liquor lines. Fancy cocktails take way to long to make (typical), so when it's busy, I stick to wine or something with 3 ingredients or less. Yummy pretzel, good charcuterie board, fries, burgers. Maybe a revolving food truck outside, but it was a taco one while we were there. The lesser: parking is limited as it typical for the area. Those fancy cocktails get expensive.

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Great food and cocktails. Both indoor and outdoor seating available. Recommend for a relaxing good vibe feel.

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The most delicious drinks and lovely grounds! Stop by after work. You won't be disappointed!

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4 years ago

Cute outdoor area. There are fans to cool you off on a hot day. Service was quick and professional.

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3 years ago

Had a great experience at Worcester's. Lots of outdoor seating. Can't wait to go back when the weather is a bit cooler.

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Love their friendly outdoor atmosphere. They have many delicious cocktails and craft beer. Go before they get busy is the perfect time

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I only had drinks. Beer section and wine section and they do make mixed drinks. The atmosphere is amazing. I did not have any food.

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“Those that are more into beer, can wander over to the right side of the patio where Heights Bier Garten is located.”

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