NettBar is a great spot for families! They have a huge playground that keeps the kids entertained while the adults can actually sit, relax, and chat. One of the best parts is that happy hour goes until 7pm, so you don't have to rush over right after work. The drinks we tried were refreshing and delicious, and the kids really enjoyed the sliders from the happy hour menu. We happened to visit on a Thursday, which is steak night -- such a great deal! The steak was good, and I appreciated that they let me substitute the salad for fries. You do need to order drinks and food from different buildings which makes it a bit confusing. The staff at the bar were very friendly! Overall, a fun, laid-back neighborhood spot that's especially great if you're looking for somewhere the whole family can enjoy. Good food, good drinks, and a playground for the kids is a winning combination! read more

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So, this is actually a cute bar, it's just incredibly small. We were there for a happy hour, and it was SO PACKED and SO NOISY and loud, so we were unable to even hear ourselves think. We literally had to yell at everyone we were talking to the entire time, and when we left the place, it felt like we were going deaf lol. The service and staff were amazing so wouldn't knock them at all. The parking was abysmal. Both of their tiny parking lots filled up so fast, and then we went to go park in the back of the tiny street where the bar is located because street parking is all that's left, people parked in the no parking side of the street and literally blocked us in. We couldn't leave for ages, and it just made he experience inconvenient. read more

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I recently attended a baby shower at this location. I had never been here before, as I don't spend too much time on this side of town. Relatively easy to get to off of the highway, it has a nice little spot off of the main road. They have two parking lots which make it nice as long as it's not too busy, and a little bit of street parking. I imagine during peak business hours it can get packed and parking can be a hunger game situation. Walking in. They seem to have a lot of space. They have two different outdoor areas, and two different indoor areas. I only went into the main one during our event. It happened to be a Sunday so there was football on every TV out there,. They also had a volleyball game going on between Nebraska and A&M. The indoor area is on the smaller side, but it's nice and comfortable provided they're still space. They've invested most of their space and outdoor areas. It also helps that they have heaters throughout, which make it nice regardless of what time of year you're out here. Food wise, I didn't order anything. But they did have catering for the event and I assume that came through the bar. It was really good. I stuck to some domestic beers on the menu for this event, so I can't speak to their cocktails. However, having walked around I saw signs for different things that they have throughout the month. They do have steak nights, they have geeks who drink trivia, they have other events throughout the month that you should check out. Overall a nice place, I can't speak to their drinks, but looks like it'd be a cool place to go, watch a game, or host a thing outdoors, or just catch up with people. I would definitely come back if I'm in this area. read more

A couple friends and I went to NettBar to watch a game and had a great time! We were lucky to have such great weather for when we were there because we wanted to sit outside and in Texas... that's not the best idea during summer usually. There were so many cocktail options that I sampled a few before selecting. All of the frozen drinks were good and they also had a lot of specials going on as well, including their train shot deal which is special to them! We also got hungry while there so we ordered some food and everything was delicious as well! Very happy with the experience as a whole! read more

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The boujee Nett Bar that we love coming to. Great outdoor patio with an indoor counter for drinks and another indoor space to order food. Their food is great by the way! Love their burgers, grilled chicken sandwich, and today... quesadillas! They also pour a great Guinness. Good spot for adults and kids! read more

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Came here for my friend's baby shower. Nice outdoor patio, the tables were labeled as reserved. There are heaters outside on the patio which was nice. The food was a little late coming out but they replenished quickly. Staff was helpful, they walked around and picked up plates if you were finished with eating. Cute place, I would definitely consider having an event at this place. read more

PARENTS BE AWARE: if you bring your family here, be prepared for zero grace, poor communication, and a confrontational approach to enforcing rules. There is little patience shown toward families, and situations can escalate unnecessarily. We've been regular customers here since this place opened and never had an issue until this visit. We're a family with two young kids and don't consider ourselves difficult customers. Our son briefly had a small ball. The person who I later learned is, or believe to be, the owner told us that balls weren't allowed. We immediately apologized, smiled, and put it away. No argument, no resistance, and the ball was never used again. Later, that same person came back and spoke to my wife in an aggressive, confrontational, and disrespectful way. The very first thing he said to her was, "I told you that balls were not allowed," despite the fact that our child was no longer using a ball. He clearly misunderstood the situation -- other children nearby (not with us) were playing with balls -- yet chose to lead with an accusation rather than calmly clarifying. Once he realized those children were not ours, he never apologized for the mistake. He simply walked away and went on to confront the other family instead. When I tried to explain this and asked that he speak respectfully to her, he became defensive, dismissed me outright, told us we could leave, and refused to hear anything further. The situation escalated into a verbal confrontation involving profanity on both sides. I'll own my part in that -- but the escalation was completely unnecessary and avoidable. What made this worse is that I later confirmed this person was the owner. That's deeply disappointing. Regardless of rules, there is no excuse for engaging with customers in a hostile, dismissive, or aggressive manner. This guy is arrogant, and rude. We won't be returning. If balls are not allowed, there should be clear signage. There was none. A simple sign would prevent situations like this entirely. I'm leaving this review so others can make an informed decision. This is not about one mistake -- it's about how it was handled. read more

I've been to NettBar several times for a friend's bday party and we've always had a great time! NettBar is a popular neighborhood bar with outdoor and indoor options and plenty of them. There is a small parking lot in front of the building as well. For drinks, I have always enjoyed their house cocktails. They are a decent price and the flavors are very good too. You are able to bring in food and drinks, which I believe also makes this a popular event hosting destination. Couple that with the fact that the atmosphere feels like you are in a large, grand backyard definitely adds to the casual, comfort environment. read more

Met friends on the Tuesday night. I had the two entrées for $20 special. Had the burger, which was good. Great family environment.

Houston Weenie moms met here ave we loved it! Food was yum and there was plenty of space for the weens to roam. read more

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First time at this location! How fun! When we got there, we were able to snag a parking spot easily. We also saw 2-3 cars pulling out to allow others to come as well. There is street parking if you can't park in the lot. Vibes are good! They have indoor and outdoor seating. Some of the outdoor seating is covered. We went for a birthday party and they have a happy hour food/drink menu from 3-7pm (Tues-Fri). We ordered chicken sliders and skewers from the menu, but also got brussels sprouts from their shareable menu which were good and affordable. The chicken sliders came with 3. They were actually pretty yummy and fulfilling. The skewers were small, came with 2 and definitely not worth it. The brussels sprouts actually came with rice too, which was a surpise, but a good surprise! Shots of course when the train goes (they have a TV to watch) were cheap and our group definitely had a great time. Bartenders/service was nice. Food was kinda slow, we waited awhile to get it, but had a great time nonetheless. read more

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This was my first time at this Nett Bar. Because it was Friday the 13th, there was a dog costume contest going on. There are games for children too. Being a Friday evening, there were several families since the children could play and stay busy. Drinks are on one section and food at another one. This is a happening place. There is ample parking but I ended up parking on the street since there were no spots. I ordered a hummus which comes with pita bread and cucumber slices. You get a number at the counter and food is brought to you. The hummus was tasty and had happy hour pricing. I would like to try the Brussel sprouts next time. There are snacks for dogs and an enclosed dog run too. read more

NettBar Shady Acres - Hummus - Sports Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

We had a toddler birthday party there and it was so much fun! Great playground and even better food/drinks! Alyce was helpful to work with and helped us reserve picnic tables around the play area. Highly recommend you check it out for a fun weekend activity! Looking forward to coming back on Sundays to try their brunch. read more

Enjoyed catching a baseball game from the outside patio thanks to the fans. The beer prices were decent for a bucket. Plenty of seating for groups. Sunshades were great. The tab is transferable from bar to bar. read more

NettBar Shady Acres - Miller Lite on the one of the patios - Sports Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place has all the seating options. Two indoor spots. One just for drinks and another just for food. Outdoor areas covered and not covered. Food is delicious. Location is decent. They have their own private parking and street parking. They have a lot of TVs to watch any game. Service is quick and easy. The staff is friendly and accommodating. Great place to hang with family and friends. Pet and kid friendly too. read more

NettBar Shady Acres - Beef Cheese Quesadilla with a side of fries - Sports Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

I think this bar is super fun! The cocktails are fun and i love the frozen drinks, they change them out which i like because then you get to try different flavors my favorite is the orange dream seriously like a treat! The food is actually pretty good . I really enjoy the nachos! They do train shots which is when the train passes by you can take $2 shots and it goes to breast cancer which i love! The outdoor seating is great lots of room for games and activities ! They have great tvs and large screens for games and such! The only thing that's not fun is parking there is a very small lot with maybe 10 spaces and the inside of the bar is small so if there's a big game or something get there early! There is only two stalls for girls bathroom so it can form a line sometimes. The service is pretty good and they have fly things to keep them away which i like when eating outside ! I also like that it's not super loud there . check it out but uber! read more

I came here a few weeks ago for a Texans game for the first time. We sat in the low table because we had our pup with us. The nearest TV wasn't playing the game so we moved to the high tops. The owner or manager noticed our dilemma and completely moved the low table in front of the right TV for us so that we sit comfortably with our pup. I was so impressed and grateful. Now that's what you call Southern Hospitality! We enjoyed the outdoor patio, food, drinks, and even distracted our active pup in the little dog park they have. Great service! We will return soon. read more

NettBar Shady Acres - Our pup loved their Pooch Pub dog park. - Sports Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Food and service were good. Atmosphere is also good. It's a good place for kids. The beer selection is also good

We had a good experience here! We used to live right around the corner from the OG nettbar when we stayed on center st so it's nice to see this second location in the area! Parking can be a little tough. Wish they had a bugger parking lot. They've got all the same great drinks as the other location, but they have separate area now where you can order food. I'm glad to see this new addition to the neighborhood and will be frequenting more often! read more

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I'm a big fan of the original location just off of Washington St, but this location might be even better. Unlike the original, this location still has neighborhood bar feel with a wide variety of cocktail and beer selections but with a kitchen and increased seating space. Keeping true to the nett bar identity, the shady acres location still has bocce ball but now also a dedicated, gated dog park, and a cafe soon to open. Expect it to get busy during Astros and college football game days, but not to worry, the shady acres location has more tables, booths and outdoor bar seating to accommodate every time of group - college reunions, families, neighborhood friends, even first dates. They do have two small dedicated parking lots but still, parking is tight. I recommend taking a ride share whenever possible. Definitely recommend! read more

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Came from Austin for our great-niece's 1st birthday. The staff was super-attentive. There are some steps. But wait!! They had movable ramp and that placed it just right. The food was appetizers and it was kid friendly. My only demerit is that there are no grab bars in the bathrooms. read more

The food is phenomenal at Nettbar. The drinks are consistently good every single time. The owner and management are wonderful people. This is establishment is a staple for me and come at least once a week. It's a great place to bring kids and watch a game. Love this location and the original! read more

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Are for happy hour. It is a great outdoor type bar. They also have indoor seating. I came on a day that it looked like it was gonna rain however I wanted to still sit outside so I chose the cover outdoor area. Had a really nice date we played board games. It's family, friendly, pet friendly. they have happy hour food and drink specials throughout the week and the food was absolutely amazing. I have the shrimp egg rolls I believe and the net burger. The chicken wings were also great fried very crispy and tasted delicious The drink selection was great for happy hour and the prices were cheap. I will definitely be making this one of my regular happy hour spots on a beautiful day. read more

Great drink selections and good hamburgers. Good outside seating selections. Highly recommend.

Great bar! Lots of outdoor spaces with TVs to watch the games. They always have heaters out when it's cold. Bartenders are so nice. My only problem is how many babies and young kids that are here a lot of the time. I know it's "family friendly," but was here one Saturday around 6:00 and so many kids weee running around it felt like a day care. read more

Love the concept of this bar and the two "yards" it offers. I think the neighborhood needed another kid friendly place you could watch a game and this hits the nail on the head! Food has been great and I love all the frozen options as well. We will be back often! read more

The food is delicious. The drinks were perfect! They have games and events depending on the night of the week. Check them out! We had a great time! read more

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Bartenders are super sweet and fast service at the wells. Food is good too, tacos were a little smaller than anticipated but diverse menu options for people. Outdoor space is great with lawn games & TVs all over for watchin the Stros. Clean interior and bathrooms. However, the kids running around is INSANE. I would not recommend coming here before 8. Came on a sunday with some friends to watch the game & the kids had taken over. We brought dogs to bring into the dog area & kids were playing in there, all over the bocce hall area, running around the restaurant and screaming at the ping pong table... We could hear the kids screaming from inside our cars even. We left to a different bar after one drink cause we couldn't take it anymore. If you have kids, perfect spot to bring them im sure. but for everyone else, save yourself the headache and go somewhere else until the night. read more

We went last night with our family and loved everything about the place. Great atmosphere, food was tasty, drinks were well made. Service was on point. Our favorite part was that they have a park for our young kiddos to play. Glad we to have another restaurant/bar with a playground in our rotation. read more

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Just tried out their classic burger. Very good, nice and juicy. French fries were nice and crispy, not overly salty. Service was quick and friendly, about 10 minutes from ordering to table during a kid of slow point in the afternoon. Music gets louder at a certain point, so if you want a quiet meal, sit a bit further from the speakers. read more

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Very dog friendly with dog run, and allowing dogs allowed in bar area (but of course not in food prep area), with above average food, kid play area, bocce and bags...and super friendly staff. Parking can be troublesome when it's very busy. Great to watch a game, chat with friends and just hang out read more

NettBar Shady Acres - a dog wearing a bandana - Sports Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

The owner called us "inconsiderate, entitled a**holes in front of our children. I would hardly call that "family friendly." Edited to add: We spoke to John about allowing them to play Bocce and Ping Pong (against the posted rules!) so long as no one else was there which they did respectfully. He only got mad about it when we approached him about why our food was taking so long. He got aggressive, not us, and he admitted he was short staffed but made no effort to remedy the situation. Also, I have never seen a more ridiculous and inconvenient food/bar set up where you have to order everything in two different buildings meaning of course you are short staffed and stressed out! The fact that he can defend himself for this tells you all you need to know. read more

The drinks are super cool. The bartenders are really knowledgeable. Make sure you go on a nice school night because it's mostly outside. It is covered, but it is hot in Houston. I enjoyed myself very much. And they make a pretty good old-fashioned. read more

Great spot to grab a drink, play with the kids, eat, etc. Love the Earth Bowl! It's delicious read more

NettBar Shady Acres - Earth bowl - Sports Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

This new addition to the original NettBar is a 2.0 version - taking the best elements of the popular original to the next level. Owners John and Oswaldo are amazing hands-on operators. This 2.0 version, created from the ground up is well designed for interior and exterior space, boasts lots of screens for watching the Astros, Texans and other major sports teams and events, has a very well stocked bar with lots of tap handles and frozen adult slushies and in this new facility includes an excellent kitchen serving a diverse and tasty menu. Oh, and the staff members are very friendly and service-driven. The overall ambiance is relaxing and inviting with good energy. It's even a place where there's a place for toddlers to play when mom and dad are having a cold adult beverage. read more

Great drinks, good atmosphere and friendly staff. Great addition to the heights - has the old heights feel before the bars on 20th became club-like. Chill, roomy patio with plenty of big TVs. read more

Great new place in Shady Acres! Games, food, drinks, lots of TVs and tables outside. Welcome addition to the neighborhood!

Chill vibe, kid friendly and a patio that is NOT on a busy street. Solid burger that can compete with the best. The video feed of the train tracks from Netbar #1 is fun. Definitely recommend read more

0 stars. Parents BEWARE, new facilities with attentive staff, unfortunately anything good that could be said about this place is negated by the high strung owner who spent more time scolding children not to play in areas near TVs (TVs all throughout in this "kid friendly" business), than actually spending time in doing the rounds to make sure customers who waited an hr an a half for food to be served were ok. The owner gets triggered and becomes aggressive when older children play outside this one gated corner that is designated for toddlers. Our children left crying after being scolded by the aggressive owner who later acted violent and was cussing at the parents. Lesson learned, this seemingly kid friendly place is true to its name. It is a bar and the owner creates a non kid friendly ambiance. read more

Great place. Indoor and outdoor seating with plenty of TVs. There is a designated area for kiddos to play and not disturb other customers. The Brussel sprouts and chicken karaage had amazing flavor. read more