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    Upstairs Bar & Lounge

    4.4 (211 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    LeAnn T.

    The place to relax and have a small bite or cocktail is just right Upstairs! This was one of the first places I visited when I first relocated to Houston. It was and still is the perfect place to "WINE"-down and grab an delicious appetizer. Perfect to visit if solo, on a date, or with friends or colleagues after work. This quaint lounge setting offers bar seating, high top tables, lounge and booth seating, as well as patio seating overlooking a the beautiful tree-lined street. They also offer a separate room to host meetings or parties. Appetizers are delicious - I ordered their fried pickles and spinach dip. Just enough to hit the spot. For my cocktail, I selected the a classic apple martini (I know, "who still drinks those still?" Lol...I do...nothing wrong with a classic dahling). Great times and worth the check out. Right "upstairs" from Hungry's, this place is a great spot to chill. Self parking is limited, however they do offer valet. No street parking. Enjoy!

    Croquettes with ahi tuna and pizza
    Nick S.

    This bar has a fun lounge vibe. Located in the heart of Rice Village, this spot if the perfect oasis for a date night, happy hour, or any other sort of meet up/outing The lounge itself is located just upstairs from Hungry's, and it's has the same management and even menu. So, if you want a more chill lounge vibe go upstairs, but if you want more of a restaurant vibe then Hungry's is also a Greta option The Lounge shares its food and drink menu with Hungry's. There's a variety of entrees to choose from. The apps and pizzas are great for sharing. There is also a solid cocktail menu that includes signature and classic drinks. I'm a fan of the brunch menu and the mimosa flights When you are finished, consider taking a stroll through Rice Village. There's plenty of shopping, desserts, health/self care, and libation options in the area Some tips: Occasionally there are events being held in the Lounge, so, book a reservation or call ahead. Also, there is complimentary valet parking, or you can find free parking a block away of Chaucer Cheers!!

    Angela W.

    I celebrated my birthday in March at this location and everything was amazingly good! We had a party of 11, no problem for our waiter at all. Service was excellent, no delays or issues with any of the food we ordered. After we dined downstairs, we went upstairs for cocktails! I definitely recommend this place 10/10 on food service and ambience!

    Chilaquiles
    Ebony L.

    Wanted to change my venue for an afternoon of reading on a Sunday. I specifically wanted a nice patio and was directed here by Google. For anyone who may be confused, it's directly above Hungry's, not a separate building. With it being Sunday, it was very busy. The seating was self serve and with that being said, there was a bit of a delay getting a waiter and I had multiple people involved with my order and assistance. I ordered the Chilaquiles and aperol gimlet, both of which, I enjoyed. HH is 3 to 6 daily but I opted to head home. Cute spot for sure.

    Gyro and Fries
    Carl S.

    Upstairs Bar and Lounge is an attractive upscale casual bar with very good food. The indoor setting can be considered somewhat romantic while the outdoor second level deck is more casual with lots of TVs and high top seating. They have a great cocktail menu with something for everyone or you can get creative with your request. We've had the same server twice and he did an excellent job with additional descriptions and opinions of both drinks and food. The food menu is impressively large for a bar and I've throughly enjoyed each item ordered over two visits. Don't be afraid go beyond the typical bar food, my exploration is just getting started.

    Happy hour menu
    Carmen S.

    Located upstairs above Hungry's restaurant in Rice Village. Has both indoor & outdoor seating plus an indoor space with a glass door that could be used for private dining. I love the upstairs, outdoor patio. it's a nice size, with TVs & multiple fans, Dimly lit, nice vibe in the evening. Food: Crab cake appetizer. 3.5/5, was not crab meat forward, more "bready" than I prefer & flavor was basic. Brussel sprouts: 4/5 they were good, the balsamic glaze made them My dinner mate got the gyro pita where the meat was very tender & tasty. 4/5 Spicy Mezcal Paloma cocktail was good. Not really spicy. I substituted OJ for grapefruit since i can't drink grapefruit juice. Service was fine, no complaints. Nice spot to pop in for a bite & drinks.

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    Germanie J.

    I wish I could remember the name of my pizza. It was sooooo delish! Definitely one of the best pizzas I've have! Ambiance was chill and intimate. Theres's an outside seating area as well but with the houston heat, we chose to sit in the inside. Service was prompt and food was fresh.

    Drink menu
    Tina K.

    Came here for a drink and sat at the bar. Bartender was really nice and efficient! They have a variety of cocktails, wine, beer, and bar food. Cool vibe for drinks and appetizers. Love that they have Daou wine too - from close to home.

    Brussel sprouts
    Jessica G.

    Came here for happy hour and it did not disappoint! We had the whole balcony basically to ourselves. Although it was warm, the balcony had shade and cooling fans which kept us comfortable. Our server took amazing care of us as well - she was attentive and gave great recommendations. They have an awesome happy hour - half off cocktails, $10 pizzas, and $4 off their appetizers. They also have daily specials on top of these and kids eat free on Mondays! I got to try a variety of cocktails - the spicy pineapple margarita was sweet and spicy - just enough kick to make it exciting. The Paloma was very smoky which brought out the mezcal flavor nicely. The gimlet was my favorite - I loved the herbal fragrance and flavor and enjoyed the grapefruit juice! We shared the brussel sprouts and wings. Both were amazing - the brussel sprouts were crispy, sweet, and dupe flavorful. The wings were well cooked and had great flavor. We tried the garlic Parmesan and the honey habanero. The manager checked on us and was very hospitable. I could not say a negative thing about this experience. We will for sure make this a regular go-to spot! Give them some love!

    Jordan W.

    Upstairs is always a cute little vibe! Love coming here for happy hour especially on Sunday. Valet service is tip based I recommend doing valet there's not too many free parking spots in the lot and it's always packed. I always order the Spanish dip. It never disappoints, but of course you have to add a little bit of salt to it. I ordered the pepperoni pizza which was super cheesy. Love it! I always get the frose. They have the best frose I've ever had. Everybody I was with enjoyed their food!

    Green chile shrimp ceviche
    Brittany W.

    One of my favorite places to come for happy hour because at the time of this review, they offer it daily from 3-6 pm. The bartenders and staff are super friendly. I really enjoy ordering the spicy pineapple margarita. The rosé on the happy hour menu is pretty nice as well. The food is consistently delicious. I really like the green chile shrimp ceviche. The hummus is phenomenal and their pizzas are pretty great too.

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    Take my word for it. Get all the appetizers and drinks during happy hour! You won't regret it.

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    Great happy hour deals!! Good service and fun atmosphere. Lots of small plates to try and share with friends.

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    Ask the Community - Upstairs Bar & Lounge

    I'm looking for a new place to go for my friend for her birthday. What kind of crowd is it? We are over 40,BUT we are FAB over 40!..lol

    It's a mixed crowd from 20s to 40s. Yall will like it

    What's the seating like? they don't take upstairs reservations but i'm looking to take a larger group (10-15 people) here for a birthday celebration!

    Call & speak to the manager. They will accommodate you, I'm sure.

    Is there music here?

    Just music playing over the speakers In the restaurant. No DJ, or live music

    Is there an elevator and is the upstairs area wheelchair-accessible?

    Yes, there is an elevator and it is wheelchair accessible.

    Is there hookahs?

    No. I don't think so.

    Is it kid friendly?

    No I am sorry it is a 21+ Bar and Lounge. Children and a full dinner menu are served downtairs at Hungry's.

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    I had a glass of frozé and then later had a glass of bellini and they are absolutely delightful!

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