A nightlife mainstay amongst dive bars, Catbirds has been a part of the Montrose scene for the last…read more3 decades. After closing for a hot minute close to two years ago, it was revitalized with new ownership which made some significant updates to the interior while preserving the old school vibe. The neon signs, LCD TVs perched high above the bar, the lively patio area, and even the pool table really add to the overall experience. I tend to find myself at the bar mostly, slamming back a few of what they do best: affordable libations. My recent string of $5 well tequila drinks were appreciated, along with a series of shots form other ddddd The friendly bartenders are a plus, along with the occasional food vendors that make their appearance in pop-up form or the randoms selling overpriced tamales. There are some nights where it's relaxing jazz with a martini, or a weekend evening full of crowded college-aged kids with music so loud that I can't hear what I'm saying. Bathrooms are always a flight risk during times of desperation and the prices have remained steady despite hikes across the rest of Westheimer. The parking situation is limited to a few spots out front, which are so tight that backing in is a gamble and going front in might result in an angle. it's a tight squeeze for larger cars, but these are coveted spots for the bar hopping kind (#1). Catbirds is a nice place to start and potentially a solid place to end, but here's hoping that the changes from new ownership will take this place to new heights. Montrose will forever be thankful. ___________ (#1) Which definitely includes me.

Great local spot, dive-bar feel with friendly staff and approachable atmosphere. Certainly a…read more"come-as-you-are" spot, which I enjoy. Great happy hour specials and affordable drinks overall. A great place to kick off the night. Several parking spaces out front, otherwise street parking available.

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

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.

This is a standard dive bar. No frills or gimmicks just a place to drink & chat. The bartenders are…read morefriendly and efficient. This place gives" Cheers vibes". During the week it's pretty dead but on the weekends it's lively. There isn't a 20% automatic gratuity slapped on your bill either. Making a beer & cocktail only $13. Definitely the type of place you come to when you just need a good drink & chill vibe.

This place looked cute from the outside, so my friends and I walked in for a drink. We sat around…read morethe bar just hanging out for a bit, and the bartender came over by me and looked right at me, so I just smiled and said "Hi!" I didn't try to order a drink I just said hi. He said in a harsh tone, "No! it's not your turn yet!" I said "okay, that's fine" and smiled. I waited another 5 minutes and it was clear he didn't want my business. He didn't come over, or even look my way again so we all left. He was so rude! I'll never go there again.

Vendor walking around selling some tamales. Didn't ask for any food. Service is great and quick…read more Bartender is cool. The setting is awesome. Couches to lounge in and pool table available as well!!!

We got to the ballpark an hour before they allowed pantry and needed to wet our whistle. We were…read moreglad that we walked into this bar! This is a dive bar that you want to hit up! They carry lots of American beers and spirts in a laid back lounge like atmosphere! We will be back!

Visited this bar during a crawl and it was a great environment. Bar service was quick and the floor…read morewas clean. Everyone was dancing. A fun addition was a 'bride to be' arch that was so fitting for our bridal party bar crawl (and made for a nice photo op).

Good places to hang out .. nothing too crazy . Music was ok didn't have that much movement for a…read moreSaturday night .. and they could have done to make it fun . Compare to other bars in the same area .

I love the name "Rose." There's something about it, and anyone named it, that you can't help but…read morelove. The naive Rose from "Golden Girls," my childhood favorite cartoon, Rose Petal, Rose from Titanic ... uh, Axl Rose. And then there's Rose Marie, the sassy -- yet incredibly sweet -- owner of the local neighborhood dive, Rose Garden. Set in The Heights, this unassuming bar is perfect for a low-key night with the gang: seriously cold bottled beer, a jukebox filled with country classics, pool table and gazebo-like patio. Everyone certainly knows everyone here, and on my first visit last night, I quickly felt the love -- along with a good buzz with their $1.50 a pop (cash only) prices. And to end this review on an even more positive note, a relative of Rose Marie offered to walk us ladies back to our friend's casa. How sweet is that? I can't even get a dude to open a door for me...

Retro neighborhood dive bar. Great Juke box, pool table, bottled beer. Friendly place.read more

Dive bars are becoming a preferred vibe for me for late night drinks, and Black Magic, a completely…read moreunexpected discovery, did not disappoint. It was not the exterior that drew us to this far out Eado spot as the outside is almost completely unmarked. It's on the far end of a neighborhood plaza, and is easily missed aside from a small neon sign with the bar name. We all love Yelp, but Google maps reviews actually led us here after searching for a dive in the area (maybe a couple more reviews and this would have popped up!) The inside is dark with red light accents just barely illuminating a long bar, pool tables, and a fairly large stage for presumably, live music or a DJ, enough to keep the mood somewhat mysterious and interestingly, a bit satanic. Maybe it was also the large barely-dressed women painted in the walls or the red pentagram in the corner of the room. The bartender was very attentive and even offered one of their more "top shelf" liquors for our mixed drinks, possibly seeing that we were dressed fairly nicely having just come from a dinner. A beer, a couple of tall Jim Beam whiskey diets and two pickle shots because, why not, brought us to $39. Overall, a great find. I'm always on the hunt for a new dive and this did not disappoint.

If you are looking for a Satanic dive bar look no further. Attended several burlesque shows here…read moreand enjoyed the drinks and company. Red walls, flickering candles, metal on the juke box- wouldn't change a thing. The wall of skulls behind the stage is something you need to see in person to fully appreciate. The red neon pentagram makes for a great photo op to send your mom. Girls- the potty is clean! Which in places like this can be hit or miss. Amazing people watching and a vibe of acceptance and appreciation of the bizarre. Highly recommend the burlesque shows!

Google search told me "JR's". While I was in Houston. This…read moreplace is quaint and did not disappoint. Crystal is absolutely amazing. Precociously on point as well as her coworkers. Always attentive and so sweet with every interaction.

George is a great spot with a convenient location. Easy access. Like many Montrose district spots…read moreparking is limited. I would suggest utilizing public transportation or a ride share as many of the other places are within walking distance. The vibe at George is very casual with multiple widescreen TV's showing the latest sports. The pool tables are in nice condition and maintained on a regular basis. Food isn't served, although Steak night is always great. Outside food is allowed and local business often deliver. The staff at George is friendly, efficient and strive to keep the wait time to a minimum during peak hours.