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Best Houston Cocktail Bars for Instagram-Worthy Vibes & Drinks
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items Houston has quickly become the summer party hotspot with a plethora of clubs, new restaurants and cocktail bars to choose from. Here’s a list of cocktails spots I’ve curated for a night out with your gal pals as a Native Houstonian
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Sunday Day Party & Brunch
Ladies Night Edition
The vibe of this new bar screams West Hollywood bar scene and has been the talk of the town since it opened earlier this year. I would recommend making a reservation and putting on a cute outfit and sipping some bubbly with your girls. Drinks run abo...
Melrose
Ladies Night just got a whole lot spicier! I’ve been waiting for this new lounge to open up and it’s finally here! This Latina owned and operated bar has quickly become one a new hotspot for girls night for local Houston ladies. Thursday is ladies ni...
Casa Verde Bar & Lounge (@casaverdehou)
I have heard great things about this place. It just opened in the popular river Oaks area and features specialty cocktails, modern ambience and decor. It’s just big enough to be able to have a private conversation with you girlfriend but big enough t...
De Fortune
This luxurious patio features beautiful decor, a gorgeous view and drinks you’ll love. I attended a soft launch of their food service for a Monday happy hour last week and I was blown away by the jazz music and service. Highly recommend going for hap...
Aperitivo
This is a speakeasy in the Spring branch area that blew my mind upon walking in. The front is a candy shop and it opens up to this beautiful bar with crazy cocktails. This is definitely a new favorite for me.
Aye Candy
This is my favorite bar in Houston hands down! The bar is always packed but has lots of seating and standing room. It’s a great place for a girls night and people watching.
Anvil
Every Wednesday they do a free wine tasting happy hour. The selection of cheeses is also divine. Highly suggest getting a charcuterie board
Montrose Cheese & Wine
Very intimate wine bar that’s been on my list for a while. I love the courtyard seating at night and the selection of wines is spectacular
Barcelona Wine Bar
This is a very low key wine spot with a great selection of affordable wines and the bread they serve is fresh and homemade. I went here for an anniversary date with my ex last year and we loved it
Light Years
The happy hour here is AMAZING! Great prices and service from the staff. I had a chance to try their aperol spritz, a martini and the food. Everything exceeded expectation and it’s conveniently located in the medical center where I work
Granger's Restaurant & Bar
Sophie is my absolute fav low key rooftop bar with strong drinks great food and a European summer ambiance for you and your girls to catch up in. The drink selection has something for everyone and mocktails
Sophie
This place has a great R&B night every Thursday that is always bringing people out and has this place packed out. Last time I tried to go there was a line wrapped down the street
Sugar Room
This chic new hotspot has a dark ambiance that invites you to look behind the velvet curtains upon walking in. There are multiple seating areas for a catch up session with your girls. I personally love to sit at the bar and catch up with a friend for...
Santé
This place on a Friday night is soooo fun! The music is always good and there is a plethora of sections with abundant seating for a big girls group.
Off The Record
This place has light bites, tasty cocktails and a dark date night ambiance. The cheese sticks are to die for and the bar itself is hidden off the beaten path
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Do you wanna dance any night of the week and experience the best DJs that Houston has to offer you have to hit up a ball kitty session. They have everything from choosy Tuesdays to Friday Saturdays, and every day in between. I would follow their Inst...
Bald Kitty (@baldkittyhouston)
Date Night Edition
This place has a sultry date night vibe with dark lighting and ambiance. There are lots of nooks and crannies to have an intimate conversation.
Casa Nomad
I’ve been to this hidden gem so many times. If you love creative cocktails with a culinary twist and an intimate vibe then this is the place for you. It’s located on the side of Anvil and takes you upstairs. I would def make a reservation if you are ...
Refuge
On wednesdays this place does an r&b night. It’s a great place to meet men IRL if you are looking to get back into the dating market. Great DJs and ambiance.
Fancy's
This place has a sultry sexy vibe that is unmatched here in Houston. The cocktails are both delicious and strong but parking is tricky
Clarkwood
This is a Havana style Latin speakeasy with great live music that transports you to 1950s Cuba. The food and drinks are excellent.
Emilia's Havana
This is a beautiful jazz lounge with great decor and cocktails. I went to experience some live music and light bites. It’s also a speakeasy
Segreto Lounge
This is a 25 and up speakeasy outside of Houston proper on the southwest side of town. There is food, hookah, and lots of libations to try. I personally love the barbershop façade in the front.
The Throne Barber Parlor & Speakeasy Lounge
This place has the best music. Thursdays is Regee night and Saturdays local dj’s come to spin and the vibes are immaculate. The drinks are strongggg
The Flat
This is a home base restaurant for me. The wings, fries, sushi and drinks always hit the spot. This place is also prime real estate for people watching.
JOEY Uptown
Sunday Day Party & Brunch
This is a great local brunch spot with a turnt up patio vibe on Sundays. Local DJ come through and spin every Sunday and the food is great! Remember, never leave Houston on a Sunday!
Leeland House