Home to a wide array of bars, restaurants, and some of the hottest clubs in Houston, it’s no wonder why Midtown Houston is such a coveted area in the city. Whether you’re a Midtown resident, a tourist, or a Houston local going for a night out, here’s your guide to the best things to do in Midtown Houston!
What to do in Midtown
1. Go record shopping at Sig’s Lagoon
The incredible two-story record shop on Main St. is a must-visit for vinyl lovers. In addition to a seriously packed selection of vinyl, Sig’s Lagoon also sells CDs, clothing, art, books, and an assortment of toys.
π3622 Main St Ste E
2. Thrift hop
My Flaming Heart is a small Midtown hideaway and thrift shop, filled with an array of charming oddities, including cowboy boots and both vintage and modern art pieces.
Thrift shoppers can browse through a selection of jewelry, charms, psychedelic items, and a variety of trinkets. Additionally, if you’re looking for, say, a makeshift voodoo doll, My Flaming Heart likely has some available.
π3622 Main St.
3. Check out the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum is a 23,000-square-foot space in Midtown that houses a wide array of historical artifacts, memorabilia, prints, and video honoring the legacy of African American soldiers.
The museum regularly hosts lectures, exhibitions, and reenactments. The museum is free to visit from 1 pm to 5 pm on Thursdays.
π3816 Caroline St.
4. Escape The Room
Escape The Room is a Midtown-area escape room in Houston that features seven distinctively themed experiences. From a journey to the center of the earth, Jurassic adventure, and theater-themed escape room, the venue offers an exciting unique Houston experience for dates, groups, and parties up to 12 people.
π3303 Louisiana St #220
5. Hit the Club at Pretty Liar
Pretty Liar is a sultry Midtown club, lounge, and sound garden in Midtown. Open from 8 pm to 2 am from Thursday to Saturday, the venue regularly hosts local and international DJs While you’re there, make sure to try their signature Butterfly cocktail.
π3017 Milam St
What to eat
6. Winnie’s
A relatively new addition to the Houston scene, Winnie’s is a wonderful indoor/outdoor Houston bar and restaurant. Spot the pink facade in Midtown and step inside to for a bite to eat.
Its menu of po-boys, oysters, and some of the best hamburgers in Houston, its enough to quench any appetite. Order a cocktail too for a little extra fun. Its patio bar is dog friendly.
π3622 Main St Suite A.
7. The Breakfast Klub
Houston’s beloved breakfast restaurant, The Breakfast Klub is an absolute essential experience in Houston. The unfamiliar might decry the regular lines that queue at the Midtown restaurant, but those of us that have waited in line (numerous times) know that not only does the line go by quicker than thought, but also that it’s oh so worth it.
Here, diners can enjoy the best possible versions of classic breakfast comfort foods but can also enjoy the likes of chicken wings and waffles, katfish & Grits, and green eggs & ham.
π3711 Travis
8. Tacos A Go Go
Tacos A Go Go is a go-to for taco lovers in Houston. Among its outposts in the Houston area, Tacos A Go Go’s Midtown location likewise features all-day breakfast ideal for those late risers. Its menu includes migas, taco plates, and a variety of add-ons, such as chorizo, guacamole, grilled onions, and tater tots.
π3704 Main St.
9. Sinfull Bakery
“Houstonβs first 100% vegan bakery” is home to a wide array of delicious treats. Throughout Houston, you can find their baked goods at various coffee shops, juice stores, farmers markets, and restaurants. However, for the full experience, visit their Midtown storefront, where you can enjoy kolaches, seasonal lattes, and their unique cookie bombsβa fusion of a cookie and a smoothie.
π1714 Webster Street,Houston, TX 77003
10. Home Slice Pizza
Austin’s celebrated, highly-awarded pizzeria has made its way to Houston and we’re here for it. Grab a slice of its face-sized, NY-style pies in Midtown. Customizable options are available, or you can opt for one of its seven staples including the White Clam Pizza topped with chopped clams, fresh oregano, Pecorino Romano, and extra-virgin olive oil.
π3701 Travis St.
Where to drink
11. The Maple Leaf Pub
Hockey might not be the most popular sport in Houston, but you might think otherwise at The Maple Leaf. On game nights, the Canadian-themed pub is packed with hockey fans drinking Molsen, noshing a breadth of gastropub food, and playing pool, darts, and/or bubble hockey in between periods.
The midtown sports bar also features a variety of themed nights including Geeks Who Drink, Steak Night, Karaoke Night, and Poker Night.
π514 Elgin St.
12. Axelrad
Home to the Neon Garden β a sweeping lawn dotted with picnic tables, hammocks, and neon lights β Axelrad is an artistic, indoor/outdoor bar and performance venue.
Here, patrons can enjoy a wide array of craft beers while enjoying performances ranging from live music, outdoor movie nights, gaming tournaments, markets, live comedy, and more.
π1517 Alabama St.
13. Social Beer Garden
The Social Beer Garden is one of the best sports bars in Houston. Not only is the indoor/outdoor patio bar a sizable, exciting local to watch the game, the venue also features a number of gaming tables and arcade games for extra fun.
An expansive list of craft beers, cocktails, wines, and seltzers are on-hand to quench your thirst. The venue also regularly hosts a regular program of exciting events ranging from watch parties, silent disco, burlesque, and more.
π3101 San Jacinto St
14. Double Trouble Caffeine & Cocktails
Located in the vicinity of Sig’s Lagoon, The Continental Club, and My Flaming Heart, Double Trouble Caffeine & Cocktails is a splendid chic cocktail bar in Houston.
Here, patrons can opt for all their favorite coffee-based drinks, as well as a vibrant array of cocktails. Or, you can choose to have the best of both worlds with coffee-infused cocktails… just saying.
π3622 Main St Suite D
15. Palapas
Escape to the likes of Cabo at the three-story Caribbean oasis of Palapas in Midtown. Here, each floor is uniquely themed where patrons can wander through lush fixtures, neon lights, and tropical installations.
Furthermore, the venue’s outdoor patio is akin to a beachside destination, complete with palapas, a cross bridge, and tiki monument β an idyllic venue for sipping island-style cocktails.
π1916 Baldwin St.
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