
Houston’s bar scene is simply intoxicating. From dives, to speakeasies, rooftop bars, and patios, Houston has it all. If you’re looking for a new spot to wet your whistle, go for a round at the best new bars in Houston.
1. Bar Doko

Bar Doko is an intimate new cocktail lounge in Autry Park from Uchi alums, Daniel Lee and Patrick Pham. The 16-seat bar celebrates the Japanese concept of omotenashi and offers the largest collection of rare Japanese whiskies in Texas.
📍3737 Cogdell St, Suite 135.
2. Santé
Santé is a striking and elegant new cocktail bar and lounge fit with chandeliers, plush banquettes, and moody lighting. Santé features a menu of specialty and classic cocktails, as well as sparkling, red, and white wine, bubbly, and beer. Hors d’oeuvres, flatbreads, oysters, and caviar are available as light fare.
📍2309 Richmond Ave.
3. Sol 7

Perched atop the Thompson Hotel, Sol 7 is a luxurious rooftop escape home to a poolside retreat with a vibrant bar and restaurant. The seven-story-high venue features an infinity pool, stylish cabanas, lush greenery, and incredible panoramic views overlooking Buffalo Bayou Park and Allen Parkway.
📍1717 Allen Pkwy
4. Sneaks
Opened this past December, Sneaks is a coffee shop by day, speakeasy lounge by night. Located in Midtown, the venue combines sneakerhead culture with ‘90s nostalgia, hip-hop, and coffee. The venue also serves an assortment of light fare.
📍3030 Travis St.
5. Jethro’s

Nestled on Montrose’s east side, Jethro’s is a stylish new cocktail lounge that features a spacious layout complete with plush lounge seating, a convenient walk-up bar, and a breezy outdoor patio. Here, the menu is short and to the point, with 10 cocktails, a small selection of beers and wine. Jethro’s also serves knockout smashburgers.
📍95 Tuam St.
6. Melrose

Opened this past January in the space formerly occupied by La Grange on Lower Westheimer, Melrose is a sleek and sensorial new cocktail lounge. In addition to eye-catching cocktails, the venue offers light fare curated by Michelin Star chef, Emmanuel Chavez of Tatémo.
📍2517 Ralph St.
7. Toy Gun Pew Pew Saloon
Everything is bigger in Texas they say, but that was long before Toy Gun Pew Pew opened in Houston. Billed as “the world’s smallest shot bar”, Toy Gun Pew Pew is a compact, 42-foot bar that can seat intimate parties of 4 – 6 people. Here, patrons can order off of menus roughly the size of baseball cards with options for shots as well as various spirits and ramen broth chasers.
📍4219 Washington Ave
8. Cowboix Hevven

Housed inside the psychedelic wonderland that is Meow Wolf: Radio Tave, Cowboi Heaven is a trippy honky tonk populated with a yarn-spinning jukebox, a slew of interesting characters, and a pool table. Space cadets can enjoy dive bar libations as well as hot dogs, bologna sandwiches, and vegan options.
📍2103 Lyons Ave Building 2
9. Sophie

Get a taste of the French Riviera at Sophie cocktail lounge and rooftop terrace. Located at Montrose Collective, Sophie provides a romantic indoor lounge and scenic rooftop overlooking Montrose where parties can delight in presentation-based cocktails and light French fare.
📍910A Westheimer Rd
10. Plume
The Heights chic new cocktail lounge blends Hollywood glam with Art Deco, for a stunning yet inviting atmosphere. The bar features a curated selection of classic and innovative cocktails, complemented by a menu of tapas-style bites.
📍1100 W 23rd Street, Suite 150
11. Starduster Lounge

From entrepreneur/musician Will Thomas and Benjy Mason of Winnie’s and Johnny’s Gold Brick, Starduster Lounge is a rugged new dive in The Heights that carries the cowboy culture of the ‘70s-era West Texas. Cold craft beer, local whiskey and agave spirits, as well as Texas/Mexico-inspired cocktails are all on deck.
📍3921 N. Main St.
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