Best Houston After-Work Bar

Nightlife 2008

1. The Mezzanine Lounge
   

   

   2200 Southwest Fwy Ste 150, Houston, TX (map)

   Two-level club provides the perfect compromise for Houston's martini set and hard-core sports fans alike.

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2. Red Lion Pub
   

   2316 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX (map)

   This British pub lays claim to authentic English tradition.

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3. Roeder's Pub
   

   3116 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX (map)

   Inner Loop sports bar keeps its neighborhood cred with darts, trivia night and smoker-friendly pation with a giant TV.

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4. Nick's Place Italian Sports Bar & Pizzeria
   

   2713 Rockyridge Dr, Houston, TX (map)

   Combination sports bar-Italian eatery with food as good as mamma used to make.

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5. Mc Gonigel's Mucky Duck
   

   2425 Norfolk St, Houston, TX (map)

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6. Sambuca
   

   909 Texas St, Houston, TX (map)

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7. Lounge at Benjy's
   

   2424 Dunstan St, Houston, TX (map)

   Posh little Rice Village joint cuts a space-age, bachelor-pad groove.

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8. Tasting Room Llc
   

   1101-18 Uptown Park Blvd, Houston, TX (map)

   Contemporary Uptown Park wine bar attracts oenophiles looking to relax and enjoy a glass of wine with lunch or dinner.

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9. Zula Restaurant
   

   705 Main St, Houston, TX (map)

   This forerunner of the downtown renaissance satisfies with inventive New American food and two levels of glitzy decor.

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10. Home Plate Bar & Grill
    

    1800 Texas Ave, Houston, TX (map)

    Located across the street from Minute Maid Park, this red-brick sports bar hits home with great food.

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