The cheapest hookah downtown is found at Deans (25$)During the week this place is dead, weekends…read moreit's a movie. The male bartender with long hair is so sweet and kind. The female brunette bartender is as well. The blonde one harbors a nasty attitude. We typically come to Deans to people watch in the front. The hookah guy is always nice and gives free hookah refills. The drinks here are pretty good as well.

Anytime I find myself on Main Street after 9 PM on a weekend, there's a high chance I'm heading to…read moreDean's. It's one of my favorite and most consistent downtown spots. The vibe always gives cozy-meets-classic energy(like what I imagine the Gryffindor Common Room would feel like if it had a full bar, vintage chandeliers, and a DJ that NEVER misses!) I wish I remembered his name, but he's been a regular for a while and knows exactly how to read the room. The set usually starts slow and gets progressively better, so by 11 PM, the place is packed. But if you get there earlier, you can grab one of the plush couches, which I love. In this age of "section culture," it's refreshing to find a spot where you can sit comfortably without paying a premium. The bartenders are another reason I keep coming back. Even when it's busy, they're attentive, friendly, and quick with orders. It's rare to find a place serving well-crafted cocktails under $15 in downtown, and Dean's manages to keep that energy, especially during happy hour. From the glowing red lighting to the vintage mirrors, curated menu, and easygoing crowd, Dean's gives you a lounge vibe without the pretense. Whether you're just stopping in on a spontaneous night out or for a thoughtful date night, it's always a good call.

I really want to love this bar. Like truly. It's absolutely my vibe -- divey, weird, cool patio,…read moreand the kind of place that feels like it should be one of my regular spots. But both times I went, the interaction with the staff was kinda... meh. Not terrible, just not the warm "welcome to the chaos" energy I was hoping for. When a bar has a vibe this good, you want the people behind it to match the energy. That said -- the patio is awesome, the atmosphere is exactly the kind of gritty cool I like, and the Kool-Aid Man makes an appearance, which honestly might be the most unexpected bar mascot in Houston. I like it a lot... I just want to love it. The vibe is there -- just need the interaction to catch up.

very bad experience with one of the bartenders (the african american woman with short/curly hair)…read more she was rude to me and also I heard her being rude to another customer next to me who was aboit to close out their tab. she handed them the portable ipad to close out their tab and then she said to them "if you tip well then you will get good service. thats how it works" Im shocked management just lets her be rude to new cistomers and get away with it. ive heard other people complain about her as well. she needs to learn customer service skills, its honestly not that hard. The other bartenders are great

Came to Houston in March for the World Baseball Classic and went here three times during the week…read morethat I was here. The first time that I went there, I went by myself and had a seat at the bar. The bartender was attentive and greeted me when I say down. I ordered some beers and a hot dog with chili. Both the beers and hot dog were great after the three hour bus ride I just took. The third time that I went there, I went with my friend and we had a seat at the bar. This was our last night in Houston and we decided to have a few drinks before our trip ended. I got a beer in their special St. Patrick's Day glass. The bartender was again attentive and it was a good night. Looking back, I guess both my first and last stops in Houston were here. The second time that I came here was also with my friend and we sat at a table to order food. The waitress was great and kept checking on us. I ordered the fish and chips. The fish was crispy and tasty. This is the only part that I had an issue with from the restaurant. At some point during my second visit, a woman came into the restaurant with her pants covered in poop. She left and then came back another time and walked among the tables. The bartender eventually escorted her out. Here is why I am still giving this place 4 stars after this. The service and food was still good even and I had two uneventful visits. This visit, I just happened to sit at a table closest to the door. If you want to make sure you don't have an experience like this, you can sit at the bar, or upstairs or further away from the front door. I recommend this place for a great selection of beer, great staff and great food.

We stopped in here after the world cup game in Houston it was backed and a very fun atmosphere to…read morewatch the game in. There was just downstair seating available and its first come first serve which can result in waiting. Overall, for how packed it was our server was very attentive and came around often to check in on us. The food was delayed due to how busy it was. We would come back as we really enjoyed it and had a great time.

The Davenport has been on my list for a while. I've visited the Clear Lake location, but not this…read morelocation in Upper Kirby. I stopped by on a Sunday around 6 p.m. While I Uber'd, I know that you can find free street parking in the area despite it often being busy. Ambiance (3.5/5): The Davenport was packed even on a Sunday evening. To the point where no seats were available. Luckily for me, about 10 minutes in, the lady next to me left so I was able to snag a seat at the bar. There are also high tops and a small patio out front. The Davenport is a pretty chill establishment, but one with a loyal following. Service (4/5): A full bar usually means service issues. There was a component of that here. It took a little while to order my drink and later to get the bartender's attention to close my tab. Given how popular The Davenport is, your experience will likely be the same. Luckily, they make up for it by going above and beyond with their cocktails. I'll get to that in a second. Food (N/A): I was on a liquid diet, and to be honest, while I'm not 100%, I don't think they have food. There was a guy walking around selling boudin though right when I was about to leave. Drinks (4.5/5): The Davenport is known for their martinis so that's what I recommend going with. It's a The Cheesecake Factory-type menu with 40 or so martinis to choose from. Paradox of choice situation. I ended up going with the gummy bear which was a solid cocktail, although a bit too sweet for my taste. Here's what makes Davenport next level... their martinis pack a punch. I always appreciate a stiff drink. And on top of that, they often give you more than your cocktail in a martini glass. There's usually quite a bit leftover so they'll pour that in another glass for you. Basically a drink and a half for the price of one! Given the strength of the cocktails and the quantity, it's definitely a good deal. The Davenport has been around for a while and has become a well-known spot. I'm glad I finally got to cross it off the list. After you down a martini or two, there's an Irish pub right next door and Trill Burger right across the street.

Came right after they opened on a Sunday afternoon and the bartender was very welcoming.. It was my…read morefirst time here, and the menu is pretty extensive. We came specifically for the chocolate martinis and I tried out an expresso one as well.. It was dangerously good. The bartender warned us ahead of time as they pour double here and yea.. he wasn't kidding. It was filled all the way to the brim.. you're getting your money's worth on a delicious martini. Vibe was a good entire time as they started playing some R&B/hiphop... the crowd slowly trickled in. By the time we left it was almost packed! We had a really nice little table near the front so got to see alot of regulars come in. The bartender even gave us a round of shots on the house for being our first time. (It was like a double green tea shot lol) Great experience overall and definitely be coming back if I'm in this area.. Parking can be tight but there's spots around in some of the nearby shopping centers. I hear it can definitely get busy in the evenings, so glad to have gotten to try out this spot! Review #300 THIS IS SPARTA... Tonight, we dine on Yelp!

I have to give this a 1 Star because no food. Seriously?? You are the only Irish pub in the area…read moreand no fish and chips? No bangers and mash? I'm sorry but that is just unacceptable. Service was okay though.

Great place, Kayla is a great bartender makes excellent drinks and very professional.read more

I came out to support my friend's friend who was DJing that night, and it turned into such a fun…read morevibe. I don't remember them serving food while I was there, but the drinks were definitely flowing. The bartender was friendly and quick with the mixes -- no long waits at the bar, which is always a plus when the place starts getting busy. The energy really picked up once the house music got going. The DJ kept the crowd moving, and the whole space felt lively without being overwhelming. I also appreciated that they had plenty of seating, including booths for groups who wanted to sit back, catch up, and still enjoy the music. It's a solid spot whether you're there to dance or just hang out with friends.

I don't make it to House of Blues often, but when one of my favorite artists comes through, there's…read morea good chance I'll be there. One of the things I like most about this venue is the size. It's small enough that you can actually feel close to the artist, which makes the experience much more personal than a huge arena. I love being up close and personal with the talent, and HOB is one of those places where that's actually possible. The venue has a good concert atmosphere without feeling overwhelming, and I've always enjoyed the energy of the crowd. It's easy to see why so many artists stop here when they want a more intimate show. Overall, it's a solid venue for what I go for.

Fun place in Downtown Angleton! This bar is great for Piano bar style music, comedy shows, Elvis…read moreimpersonators and other great entertainment. Some cool infused drinks make it a great place to hang out! The pictured drink is a barrel infused old fashion. They have a spicy pickle shot and a pineapple/ watermelon infused vodka. Creative bar staff makes some great drinks like a cilantro jalapeño cucumber drink.

Went with a group of friends that wanted to do a little country dancing. Kicks is located in…read moreAngleton, TX which is approximately 50 miles south of Houston. You must be 21 years old to enter. There was a wide range of ages on a Friday night when we were there. My group had a range of 49-55 years old and we fit in comfortably. There were a few older but mostly younger than us. However, we did not feel out of place given the age mix. Kicks does have a strict dress code. It seems to be enforced because I did not see anyone dressed in a way that broke the dress code. Make sure you read their website on the dress code. The dress code includes both women and men. It also includes a ban on pocket knives of all kinds. There is live music Thurs-Sun. The sign on the door says the doors open at 8PM and entry is not allowed after 1:30AM. The band that was there when we were there played three sets. During their breaks, the dance floor was still packed while music from current country hits were piped through the speakers. There was a good mix of couples and line dancing. The floor can get really crowded but fun was still had by all. Security seemed to be present and aware at all times. I was pleasantly surprised with the lack of heavy smoke. The smoke seemed to be much heavier in the pool table area but I did not venture to the back to see that area. The dance portion of the club seemed to be relatively smoke-free. I did not see anyone smoking in the dance area. I'm not sure if it isn't allowed or if it was just coincidence on this night. Bottom line: Kicks is a fun place to kick up your heels is you like to country dance. They had a good mix of partner and line dancing. If you like to country dance, you could have a good time here.

This bar is a joke. Do not waste your time or money. This is a low class establishment that is…read morecharging a $10.00 cover charge. They should pay customers for putting up with their lack of skills and RUDE behavior.