This is such a fun place. Chill lil spot to have ice cold beer & some tasty bites. They've got a good mix of IPA, lager, etc. Service has always been great. Enjoy a few board games or catch them on the screens. Try the burger of the month. I've never been disappointed. Yelp in my friends! read more

The Upside Pub - Beer Bar Near Me - Houston, Texas

Cute little pub near the heights. This place was recommended to me and it was awesome. Staff is super nice, place is clean and has both inside and outdoor seating. We walked in and had no problem finding a seat. They have about 4 TVS inside and will play any game that is on. The food menu has plenty of choices and we decided on the California Burrito and the Chicken Shawarma wrap. Both were delicious and full of flavor. The wraps are a nice size and you will leave feeling full. They have a ton of options for draft beer, several cocktails they offer, and a good size wine list. We will definitely be back! read more

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I love this place. sorry to see it is closing. they make great old fashioneds and they are so friendly and accommodating. they will be sadly missed in the neighborhood read more

Absolutely love this place. They are so genuine and down-to-earth, and always make everyone feel so welcome. Upside offers a good variety of both beers and cocktails (though the cocktail list is little more limited), and they strive to feature local breweries and distilleries, which I really appreciate. Love grabbing a Brash or Great Heights beer, or a cocktail made with William Price's Katz Coffee Liqueur. It feels like a double win for supporting the neighborhood. When I first tried the food, I was taken aback by how good it was. I was expecting run-of-the-mill bar food, with the bare minimum standards met. But I was pleasantly surprised! Everything I've ever eaten here has been good. They don't have a huge menu but what they have is great, and fairly well rounded! They take pride in their food, and it shows. Every month they feature a new and creative burger too. Always a crowd pleaser. The best part is that their kitchen is open late! They stop serving food at 11 pm - so whenever I've run behind on my day and need a last minute dinner at 9:30 pm, they've never turned me away. The vibe inside is cozy and welcoming. The shape of the building is long instead of wide, which makes each table feel a little more intimate and still part of the place. The owners are really wonderful, and always come say hello. The staff also introduce themselves and offer help and suggestions when you're trying to decide what to get. They also host a lot of fun events, like trivia on Mondays and bingo Saturdays. They have a run club, and a volunteer group to help pack sack lunches for kids in need once a month. This place really is the best. Be sure to check them out! read more

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We've been to The Upside Pub a few times now and service has been great both times. They have tv's all along the bar so its a perfect spot to catch a sports game. They have a huge selection of craft bear and also a pretty decent menu. We ordered the burger last time we were there and it was amazingggg. I never have high expectations for pub food but they really knocked it out of the park. Between the friendly atmosphere, great drinks, tasty food, and awesome staff, you really cannot ask for more. We will keep coming back! read more

The Upside Pub - Craft beer - Beer Bar Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I am unsure how anyone would thing either the food or service was in any way decent. The food is garbage. The service is slow and unhelpful. Not much else to say read more

The service aka Alicia behind the bar is wonderful. She's truly wonderful, energetic, informative and kind. We were first timers and I was hesitant about trying to the pretzel but we did it. I have zero regrets. The best pretzel and queso I have had in YEARS. The pretzel was soft, salty and filled with flavor. The queso was the perfect dipping sauce in conjunction with the perfect pretzel. We will definitely be back. I cannot forget to mention the tvs, outdoor patio and board games they have!! read more

The Upside Pub - Championship winning queso and pretzel - Beer Bar Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Just got into town and wanted to grab dinner near our Airbnb. Reviews looked good so we decided on here. Friendly greeting and hella prompt food. All of what we ordered was fantastic! A double thumbs up! read more

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Delicious lunch. My husband and I each had an IPA on tap. I had the patty melt and he had the hot dog. Truffle fries were yummy. Dive bar atmosphere with great music. Server was friendly and helpful. No notes. read more

This is the second time I've been here and the food never disappoints! Some of the best pub food I've tried and at a reasonable price. The service has always been great and they are so accommodating to their menu requests. The setting is nice and chill with a lot of outdoor seating. read more

First time visiting with my bud. We had excellent service today, bartender was personable. Food was good and came out fresh. The environment was really neat, such a cool little spot. Definitely a place to visit regularly. read more

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New local pub near me I had to try and while they have a small food menu the sandwich I got was cooked perfect and fries done just right. I will be back for a burger next time read more

The Upside Pub - Chimichurri Steak sandwich with fries - Beer Bar Near Me - Houston, Texas

Go figure one of the better California burritos I've had was found at a pub we've never been to before! Perfectly proportioned and neatly packed with moist carne asada, perfectly cooked fries, fresh and flavorful guacamole, pico de gallo, and creamy queso. It was accompanied with a robustly flavorful salsa verde and came with fries in the basket that had a crispy exterior and soft interior. If you enjoy burritos, check this spot out! On the time tested Scale of Edibility™ this earned a rating of Savagely Edible! read more

The Upside Pub - California Burrito! I've lived in CA, AZ, NM, and TX and this is one of the best I've had! - Beer Bar Near Me - Houston, Texas

Upside is a great little hole in the wall, hiding in that strip center right by Cottonwood, but offering a much smaller more relaxed bar experience. I recently swung by to meet friends for a few afternoon beers and a World Cup game, and it was perfect for what we were looking for. There was plenty of elbow room, it was relatively quiet, and the bar staff were attentive and friendly, immediately making us feel welcome. I haven't ordered any food yet, but I've heard multiple people rave about the Patty Melt. It's on the list for next time. The bar offers a wide range of local beers on tap, mostly IPA's, but they also have a fairly good selection of bottles and cans. Besides the beers on tap I noticed they also have Old Fashions and Margaritas on tap as well. I didn't get a good look at the liquor choices but assume they have all the usuals covered. One weird thing, they don't offer Miller Lite, just Bud Light, in case you're picky. Overall, Upside Pub is a great neighborhood bar that's perfect for a casual drink with friends. I'll definitely be back for the Patty Melt and a few more beers. read more

We burdened the folks with our family (a few littles in a small space) and they were more than kind even though I'm sure we were a drag. Really nice to have a proper local to join all the awesome breweries and other locations nearby on Wakefield. Food was great, service even better. We'll be back as often as they will have us! read more

The Upside Pub - Beer Bar Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Nice place. Very chill. It's small but cozy. Staff was very attentive and the food was arguably one of the best shrimp tacos we have ever had. The boiled peanuts cooked in crawfish seasoning Were delicious. We'll be back! read more

The Upside Pub! As a local, I missed the previous establishment, however, this is far & beyond! The owner Paige and staff are vey friendly, accommodating, & the ambiance is welcoming & relaxed. Glad this dive made it to the GOOF (Garden Oaks and Oaks Forest) area. It's truly a nice spin for those who want a different flavor that's delicious locally. I haven't posted on Yelp in awhile due to COVID-19 and not feeling it being a just review considering the worlds situation. This post is well earned though. Clean establishment, (restrooms are unisex) which I love, and second to none service and some feel good food. I have to give props where props are due. I hope you enjoy the experience as much a I did. read more

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Jessi, the bartender, was outstanding. This place made my trip to Houston a one-of-a-kind experience! The beer and food were delicious! And all the other customers were so welcoming. They even have boiled peanuts! read more

The tacos were amazing. Great atmosphere for lunch. Super cool bartender. Best lunch I had all week while in Houston for work read more

The Upside Pub - Tacos! Very good, but beware, that slaw is spicy! - Beer Bar Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great neighborhood bar with great food and great service. Just a cool vibe weekday hangout and play a game of battleship with one of their super good margs-on-the- rocks. Very cool bartender chic too slinging those margs! read more

The food was amazing. The bartender is very attentive and does a wonderful job of taking care of everyone. Easy location to get in and out of. Would recommend to anyone. read more

Great place! Highly recommended. They have old fashioneds on tap. I was skeptical but that first sip was magical! Definitely good eats too. Had the Cali Burrito and my Mrs. had the wings. All very tasty and freshly made. We will definitely be back. read more

The Upside Pub - Old fashioned on TAP! - Beer Bar Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great neighborhood bar with pretty good food. Good place to watch a game and get good service

A fun local pub Loved the Rueben they had and the fries were perfect The service was outstanding. Loved the little one that was helping out read more

Service was great, chimichurri sandwich was excellent and a little on the medium spicy side, longed peach hazy ipa was really tasty, my wife said the shawarma wrap was refreshing, and the fried pork belly (chicharones) with dipping sauce was better than most places I've had them. The establishment itself is small and cozy, my only complaint is the small parking area in the front, but they do have parking in the rear. Overall, it's a must experience! I'll give it a 4.8 out of 5 read more

If you want pub food (that is really, really good), great neighborhood atmosphere with friendly people, a bar staff with personality and knowledgeable, and an owner who is involved, THIS IS YOUR JOINT! This place is fun, has a good selection of drinks, good fresh food, and games and TV's galore. They have been open a year and it has been fun to watch them grow. Come make some new friends at Upside Pub!!!! read more

I've been to the Upside a couple times now and it's becoming kind of a mainstay on my list of regular spots. The staff are always on point and friendly, the owners for sure are; and over-all it's got a great comfortable vibe. From what I understand the bar is under new ownership and they have fixed it up and turned it around. Everyone has a great attitude, patrons as well. There seems to be a group of regulars. I've noticed the staff refer to some of the customers by their names; so just a subtle, positive sign. They have a full bar and the food menu is much better than what you would expect from a bar. read more

The Upside Pub - Beer Bar Near Me - Houston, Texas

This is one of our regular spots, and it is such a gem! Our favorite food items: chimichurri sandwich (chicken and steak are both amazing), giant pretzel, BLT, burgers are always delicious, and the California burrito is true to Cali. Tuesday steak night is a favorite for our family. There's always great beers on tap, and the frozen margarita shouldn't be slept on! The owner and staff are always super welcoming, and you can tell that everyone truly loves working there. We love this place and hope it flourishes for years to come! read more

PATTY MELT $12 - [smash burger patty, swiss cheese, caramelized onions, horseradish cream, dijon mustard, pickles, Kraftsman marble rye bread] - second time ordering this, and it was just as good if not better than the first. very flavorful and the horseradish cream makes it even better. love the crispy grilled swiss cheese CALIFORNIA BURRITO $16.5 - [carne asada, fries, our queso, pico de gallo, sour cream, guacamole] - carne asada chunks were very tender surprisingly! Kind of pricey, but it was really big. I knew there were potatoes in it, but just noticed now that they were fries! Enjoyed this better than the Danger Dog that we got last time (although that was still very good, and I'd recommend it), however, Patty Melt is still our #1. Cutwater Mai Tai $10 - very strong drink. Pretty tasty (I don't drink), but too alcoholic for me. It was like a shot of liquor! Got my bf tipsy. He said he preferred the Froze last time since that was a frozen, fruity, sweet drink. We like coming here after a long Monday at work (especially since it's walking distance from our apt). It's pretty quiet at the pub (not a fan of crowds), and the food comes out really fast. read more

Went to upside after reading Houston Heights Foodies FB thoughtful post of gratitude from then owners. First, the service and staff are first rate! Service is quick and the staff really care about the restaurant/pub and show it i their attention to the details and knowledge of the beers on tap! Friend had the shrimp taco which were by and large the bomb!!! So good and full of flavor! I could of had them all by myself. I had the Soba Noodle Bowl. This dish was very flavorful but not quite as described in the menu. There were meager cold, cabbage, bell peppers, green onions, wasabi guacamole, cilantro, sesame seeds, wonton crisps, tossed in ginger soy dressing. Perhaps there was a tablespoon or two of the combined ingredients. Portion was also small and kind of not with the price. Would love to try one of the sandwiches but all were meat; don't eat meat. Anyway, overall a good meal but surprised how small the portions are (shrimp tacos, Soba Noodle bowl). read more

Ok-first visit to our new neighborhood pub. Great addition to the hood! Everyone was super friendly, great drink options, and the apps & food we ordered were delicious. Looking forward to our next visit. read more

Try the hangover burger! French fries and fried pickles are also good. Great service, good vibes. Definitely come check this place out! read more

Yummy loaded fries and decent beer selection. Latkes we're yummy too. Wanna come back for the pancake balls! Bartender was great! Personable and easy going! read more

This is probably the friendliest place in Houston, with a great selection of drinks and yummy food to boot. I had the Brash brewing Cortado milk stout and wings (buffalo and chimichuri) and they were both delicious. great deals on the mimosas on Sunday morning with great brunch options. Friends had the migas and the breakfast burrito, and their special burger of the month. You cannot go wrong. Super friendly staff and owners and you don't want pass this place up. Wonderful atmosphere and ambiance. The perfect neighborhood pub! read more

Smaller bar with decent, but not great food options. Has a few TVs inside for sports watching. Bartenders are nice enough. Nothing special.

Hubs and I stopped for a late lunch on a Monday around 2:30 to try out the food. We were greeted immediately by one of the owners, Paige, who was super friendly and attentive. We both ordered the patty melt, which came with fries, both of which were delicious. The fries were crisp on the outside, but not at all greasy (5/5) and the patty melt was a great taste sensation with it's marbled rye bread and the added touch of fried cheese "wings" flanking the sides. It is aptly named "The Bomb". (5/5) When I asked for some hot sauce for my fries, Paige brought me an array of their house made red and green salsas and some of the hot sauce they use on their "wings". The house made salsas we're both good, as was the "wing" sauce. They also have Cholula, but I am not a fan. The bar itself is low key and relaxing. The noise level during the day was conducive to conversation. Not sure what the later hours bring. There is a shuffleboard table (yes!) and big screen TVs for game watching. I also liked that Paige and her husband are giving back to the community through the Kid's Meals program. If you come by on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 11:30-12:30, you can help package up meals for underserved kids and, not only will you feel good about helping someone out, but you'll get a $1 off your first beer! Thanks also to the sponsors of the food for that. If I had to say there was any negative, it might be the parking. We didn't have any trouble when we got there in mid afternoon, but by the time we left, the parking lot was full, so I have to assume street parking becomes the only option. This could be an issue at night. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our meal, beer, service and the good vibes. We'll definitely be back to try the grilled cheese and kale salad and play some shuffleboard (which we did not have time for today). I will also be back for the Kid's Meals program. This is a great addition to the area and one that will be on my regular rotation! Thank you Paige for your friendly and welcoming hospitality. read more

We made our first stop into The Upside last Sunday (8/14) afternoon. Great first experience! They checked all the boxes: attentive staff, clean, good music (but not too loud), nice crowd (even ran into friends & neighbors) and a good beer selection. We didn't order any food but we'll be back soon. Great addition to the GOOF neighborhood! read more

We love this place. My wife and I have lived in the neighborhood since we were kids and have seen this center go through many changes. We have supported many of the business owners in the past. But the owner of Upside Pub are a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. They have great food and adult beverage selections. They are also very engaged with the customers. Y'all keep up the good work. read more

This place rocks. My new favorite spot. Matty was working the bar and he is awesome. Very glad he made it to Houston. The menu OMG...all of its delicious (California burrito and patty melt were delightful). Idk how to describe the environment, it's just freaking cool. Games, games and then more games. I will learn how to play shuffleboard one of these days but until then...come watch me lose. read more

We are open! I am biased but, it's a great neighborhood pub and we look forward to serving the community!