This 2 story midtown lounge has lasted quite a bit longer than most of it's trendy counterparts typically do. Located on Brazos St., about 5 minutes south of downtown, if you drove by the building... more
This bar is the oldest in the city, in a building over 130 year old. Over the decades it has been an Indian trading post, a steam bakery and a Pony Express stop The walls there have not been festooned... more
Tropicana is my favorite Latin club in Houston, especially on Friday nights when the best Latin Bands play. And by Latin I mean the real deal. I am Venezuelan and if you want true Latin music this is... more
A hole in the wall bar, that is housed in some old house. The men's room is partly a converted shower. This is the first place that I take friend who come to visit from out of state. The clientel is... more
This cozy nightspot across from the Galleria III boasts an upscale casual atmosphere ideal for conversation and people watching. Cool 20-something/ 30 something clubbers take a break from throbbing... more
If you are in the mood for a little pub fare, and a Sherlock Holmes type atmosphere, than look no further. Baker St. Pub keeps the look and feel of an English Pub to go with Bryan O'Neills Irish Pub... more
Downtown has an array of theater and live music venues. Hobby Center is just one. They offer a bunch of different projects, companies, and arts. From African American Theatre groups to Children's... more
This quaint pub, which is actually a converted house, has been serving beer in it's Rice Village location since 1985. Since then, other locations have been... more
Baker St. are a chain of popular English style pubs here in town, with the original one in Rice Village having been around for quite a few years now. A typical... more
Fitzgerald's has been around a long time...I recall going here to watch my friend's band play here many times in highschool. There are two parts a downstairs... more
Great fun downtown in the Spring. I remember going here back in the day to watch free live music. Admission is free for the urban party, which begins at 5 p.m.... more
Thursdays: So SkyBar closed a few months ago, and the new spot on Thursdays is The Horn (6025 Richmond @ Fountainview). $5 cover and live music with the band... more
This mostly college student - "20 something" hangout has a Tiki Bar theme to it, complete with a thatched roof over the bar and the outside patio, as well as... more
The Davenport is a great little lounge known for their extensive knowledge of cocktails, and a wide variety of spirits to make them with. It is a fairly trendy... more
Bronx Bar is a popular lounge in the Rice Village, generally frequented by a younger, "20 something" crowd. Inside you will find the place to be a little on the... more
The basic concept of beer drinking & sports watching has been perfected here! Do you ever ask yourself, "where can I go watch any and every sport known to man,... more
This bar located Northwest of town is a decent place to get cheap drinks. It is called a "pub", but this is really just in name only, as the decor around the... more
Dating back to 1965 when it first opened it's doors, Griff's is the oldest sports bar in Houston. This Irish Pub has many televisions all over to view whatever... more
This 2 story Irish Pub located on South Shepherd just north of Westheimer is not only known for it's great, laid back atmosphere and abundance of beers on tap.... more
Being one of the most frequented bars located in the Rice Village, Brian O'Neill's is also one of the most popular Irish pubs in Houston. And as Irish pubs go,... more
The Tavern is a very popular bar near the River Oaks area of Houston. After initially walking inside, it does have all the makings of a giant sports bar: Tons... more
Centerfold's is a sister club to Treasure's. Unlike Treasures, Centerfolds has a more laid back atmosphere, but don't let that fool you, things can get every... more
If you are out in the Rice Village area, one of the places you will want to stop in is Brian O'Neills. It is a small Irish Pub, but it has an interesting twist.... more
As Mike Myers claimed, "If its not Scottish, Its Crap" may never be more true than when you walk into the Kelvin Arms. Known for its neat bank vault seating... more
I remember going here when it was called the Velvet Elvis, but trademark problems made them change the name. Good menu items and drink specials.A relaxed laid... more
Welcome to Houston, my birthplace and hometown. I have lived in and around Houston my whole life, and although I have dreamed of living in other places around the world at various times, I don't...
Houston is the 4th largest city in the USA. It was built mainly around the oil industry, but is also famous as the location of NASA-Johnson Space Center, which is among other things the training...
I moved here because my parents both live here. The school district I currently work with offered me a job the first time I walked into a job fair. And I went to high school here. Although I do feel...
I've been in Houston for almost 6 months now. Since arriving I've had a good introduction to Houston and the different parts of the city.
So far I'm pretty familiar with the Uptown area around the...
I have spent alot of time in Houston over the years, but I never did take the time to enjoy the sights and sounds of the city as much as when I started thinking about writing tips for Virtual Tourist....
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