Benita was such a great bartender! She made the outing a really enjoyable time. We will be back !!!read more

The fake liquors rumors are TRUE!!! You buy bottles from here and you won't know what's inside…read more Incredibly unhealthy, against codes and LAW, and just disgusting abuse of people's money. In addition the hookah is terrible. No matter what flavor you get it tastes like straight tobacco.

Let's clear a few things up because the previous review from 'Tim' feels less like a customer…read moreexperience and more like someone trying very hard to be offended. First, her name is **KeeWee**. That is the correct spelling. And if you have spent any real time at The Alley Kat, you know exactly who she is. KeeWee runs that place with professionalism, personality, and the kind of presence that keeps the room moving. She knows the regulars, she keeps things organized when the place is packed, and she does it with confidence. That is called leadership, not "rudeness." Also, real men do not spend their time criticizing a woman's wig in an online review. That alone tells me everything I need to know about the credibility of that post. If that is the best complaint you have, it sounds like the night went pretty well. Now let's talk about the actual experience. The drinks are excellent, the food is consistently good, and yes, the place stays busy. That is usually what happens when people enjoy being somewhere. The bartenders work hard, the atmosphere is lively, and the staff actually knows their customers. Shannon and the rest of the team are always welcoming. The Alley Kat reopening after COVID was a big deal for a lot of us. Places like this are part of the community. For many of us, it has become our version of **Cheers**. People know your name, you run into friends, and you leave in a better mood than when you walked in. So to the person who wrote that review, take the fake account and keep it moving. The rest of us will be right where we always are, enjoying good drinks, good food, and good company. If you know, you know. And we are glad The Alley Kat is back. It's a far different space than it was during my first review 9 years ago and a key element of that IS KEEWEE. This is a WELL established account that has left many reviews over the years and MY REVIEW carries actual weight.

I was pulled into the second part of Alley Kat by a The Breakfast Club employee by the name of…read more Jamel while looking for the entrance to Alley Kat and didn't even realize Alley Kat had a second bar attached. The vibe and aesthetic matched our energy for the day, so we decided to stay and I'm so glad we did. Our server, CICIIIIIII, did her thing on the cocktails. My friend and I ordered the Butterfly Pea French 75's, which were everything and more. My wife went with the Strawberry Tequila Lemon Drop, and it was just as amazing. These drinks alone are enough to bring me back. The music selection fit the atmosphere perfectly, and I loved the decor especially the Monsteras propagating in the window. I also noticed the DJ booth, and judging by the playlist, I can only imagine the DJ sets are a whole vibe. On top of all that, this is a Black-owned restaurant, and I had the pleasure of fist bumping the owner, which made the experience feel even more special. If you're looking for a chill vibe, get here early. You'll feel like you own the place. I'm literally writing this review while still sitting here and trust me, I'll definitely be back. Add on: We ordered a drink specifically from CiCi. She made us a Dusse Blood Orange side car, and this may be my new go to drink I fear. RUN DON'T WALK!!!! Ask for CICI, Tell her Tish sent you.

We ended up at Pearl Bar after leaving Beetlejuice Beetlejuice for our Houston Gayborhood meetup,…read moreand listen... this was not even part of the plan, but I am so glad we went. We got there early, so for a little while it was just our group in there, and that honestly made it even more fun. We had space to dance, act a fool, and just enjoy each other before the crowd came in. Once people started trickling in, the energy picked up in the best way. The DJ was doing their thing all night. We were dancing, singing like it was karaoke without the mic, and just having a genuinely good time. The drinks were good, and the whole vibe just felt easy and fun. Nothing forced. We even spent some time outside watching people play Jenga, which was way more entertaining than it should have been. I have heard mixed reviews about Pearl, especially about the crowd, but I can only speak on my experience. This past Saturday? It was a whole vibe. I have been before and it did not hit like this, but this time definitely did. Pearl is officially back in my rotation.

I was lucky to have my first Pearl Bar experience on their last night of being open before the new…read moreone opened. The vibes were great and family was in the building for sure!! The DJ was live and had everyone moving. From line dances to songs you didn't miss a lyric to, we were chilling. Drink deals were reasonable and the bar tenders were friendly with great energy. I had a great time and will be back to visit the new location. Happy Yelping!

Such a cool tiny bar, very well designed. Met some friends here, our friend Jamila came in town…read morefrom Chicago and we were wanting to try this spot. The Empress Me martini was the best drink I've ever had. Thank you to my friend KeKe for the recommendation and the blessing. Its drinks only. I like that they have an arm security guard on duty during business hours which are until 2am. It was nice seeing our previous Houston CM Farrah on the scene as well, she captured the moment. I wish we could've got a group photo with you as well. But one friend was entertaining her guest from Kingwood TX. parking lot chatting.

Went there for drinks for a friend's bday. (And ran into a few Yelpers!) They have happy hour,…read morereverse happy hour, and ongoing specials (like they were doing for national tequila day). I had a mezcal negroni and a gin and tonic -- both were fantastic. Their menu of craft cocktails are really cool; I heard something about an ube carajillo. I'll have to try that next time. The DJ was phenomenal. Love me some Sean Paul remixes! They also had a food truck out front (across the street?).

It was a nice spot... fairly empty on the Friday night I went, which also happened to be my…read morebirthday. They let us sit anywhere and treated my party well, so no complaints there. Next time I'm in Houston, I would love to see it really vibing.

Reveal Lounge delivered a whole vibe from the moment we walked in. The music was on point all…read morenight, a perfect mix that kept the energy up without being overwhelming. The DJ really understood the crowd and knew how to keep people moving. The atmosphere was smooth and grown, with great lighting, a stylish crowd, and just the right balance between chill and turn up. It's the kind of place where you can actually enjoy the music, hold a conversation when you want to, and still feel the energy of the room. And let's talk about the drinks. They were good and strong. No watered down pours. You definitely get your money's worth, and the bartenders did not disappoint. Overall experience was solid. Great music, strong drinks, and a vibe that makes you want to come back.

Very cute small neighborhood bar type feel- they've been doing a free crawfish with purchase of…read moredrinks on the weekends so we came to check it out today... forgive me for not posting a picture of our first cocktails as we drank them way too quick. I had the Gauva L and my spouse had the Sandia. Service was good and overall, it was a good experience for a quick stop on the way to visit another place. We did have to wait about 40 minutes or so for crawfish as they had just dumped another batch in around 8:20 PM. I believe the pre-crawfish is from 4 PM and

Carino Cafe transforms into Rabbits Got the Gun after 4pm they have a full bar with a wide…read moreselection of cocktails. We ordered the Mango Painkiller and the Guava Lane. Both were decent, but the Mango Painkiller was the best choice. The space is large and inviting, and the staff was friendly, but could've been a bit more attentive. Overall, it's worth checking out rather you're stopping by in the morning for coffee or looking for cocktails in the evening.

Came down from DFW for the rodeo and wanted a black owned spot to hang out. Me and my homegirl had…read morea blast. We enjoyed both the music and the hookah. Parking wasn't great tho.

Had half of my meal and a full beer bussed and thrown away after getting up for napkins. 40 bucks…read moreworth of food and drinks and over 40 min waiting for a margarita, nachos, and a beer. Left because it wasn't worth the time to get it taken care of. Service is a disaster.

Moody but sexy atmosphere. Came for a private event and was convinced I needed to come back on a…read moreregular night. Great bartender and friendly service. Cocktails were fun and well made.

I came here for a birthday party in the second-floor speakeasy. The downstairs was empty and…read moredefinitely felt like a regular bar, but once you go upstairs, it's a completely different vibe. Upstairs was really nice and actually jumping. It was my friend's birthday and I think she rented out the top floor. There was a DJ and everyone was enjoying their drinks. The doorman was super pleasant and friendly, and the bartenders, including the owner, were all really personable. I genuinely enjoyed this spot. It's definitely a hidden gem and I'll be back. I'm not sure if they normally have a DJ since this was a private party, but the vibes alone are super sexy. Very dark, which is probably why I didn't get any pictures. I'll definitely return.