Like many other big cities in Texas, Houston has a bustling and lively nightlife scene that anyone can enjoy.
Beer sales in Houston are a lot of what keeps the bar and restaurant industry thriving and, just taking a quick look around on a Friday night, you can see why people love to go out for a night on the town here.
Below, you will find a table that displays all top 25 bars and restaurants in Houston based on their alcohol sales. The data in this table is for total, beer, wine and liquor sales and will be updated every month.
| Establishment Name | Total Receipts | Liquor | Wine | Beer |
| THE POST OAK/MASTRO’S/WILLIE G’S | $1,036,461 | $533,249 | $476,245 | $26,967 |
| JACK AND GINGERS/77 DEGREES | $507,779 | $446,670 | $1,794 | $59,315 |
| FOUR FAMILIES OF HOUSTON | $503,712 | $279,422 | $59,873 | $164,417 |
| ATOMIC BOTTLE | $395,187 | $375,714 | $12,813 | $6,660 |
| STEAK 48 | $372,531 | $191,123 | $176,890 | $4,518 |
| BOTTLED BLOND BACK YARD | $364,893 | $175,633 | $60,563 | $128,697 |
| CAFE TOULOUSE | $284,758 | $131,207 | $146,623 | $6,928 |
| THE ANNIE CAFE & BAR | $272,394 | $112,124 | $155,851 | $4,419 |
| PAPPAS BROS STEAKHOUSE | $270,873 | $69,396 | $197,327 | $4,150 |
| MOXIE’S GRILL & BAR | $259,121 | $195,800 | $38,876 | $24,445 |
| SEASIDE LOUNGE | $234,712 | $229,405 | $0 | $5,307 |
| PROSPECT PARK | $233,478 | $222,897 | $3,855 | $6,726 |
| THE RUSTIC | $230,767 | $141,833 | $35,230 | $53,704 |
| BOMBSHELLS | $230,666 | $153,450 | $494 | $76,722 |
| BRASSERIE 19 | $220,943 | $69,978 | $146,340 | $4,625 |
| TRULUCK’S STEAK & STONE CRAB | $218,161 | $103,555 | $108,762 | $5,844 |
| UNICORN DISCO | $214,092 | $181,887 | $851 | $31,354 |
| BOMBSHELLS | $207,910 | $124,756 | $268 | $82,886 |
| OJOS LOCOS SPORTS CANTINA | $207,670 | $138,929 | $235 | $68,506 |
| THE ST JAMES RESTAURANT & CABARET | $204,664 | $147,010 | $21,369 | $36,285 |
| BOMBSHELLS | $203,515 | $127,972 | $103 | $75,440 |
| CARRABBA’S | $203,018 | $78,976 | $117,612 | $6,430 |
| URBAN SOCIAL LOUNGE | $200,908 | $186,111 | $6,981 | $7,816 |
| DRIFT | $200,000 | $131,000 | $10,000 | $59,000 |
| POST SECURITY AREAS OF TERMINAL C NORTH | $199,604 | $106,556 | $28,440 | $64,608 |
Houston in a NutshellHouston has seen a steady increase in both population and jobs in recent years and is very affordable in terms of real estate with the median price of a 3 bedroom home at $175,000 in 2019.
Houston has no shortage of places to hang out and have a great night on the town in its city limits. They have it all, from bustling bar towns to quiet spots for those looking for a more intimate experience in the city as well.
This all but little portion of Houston has everything from laid-back lounges, to old-country bars and brightly lit dance clubs.
There isn’t too much in terms of parking so many people choose to take the shuttle to get around. Not to mention, no one wants to get in trouble with the police that will always be on the lookout for drunk drivers around these parts.
Soma Sushi is a popular place to grab dinner and a few pre-game drinks before heading to the nightclubs, always bumping music late into the night at spots like Roosevelt or Ei8ht.
Some classic places many long-time residents will tell you about like Max’s Wine Dive and Canyon Creek are always popular places but of course, there are some newcomers such as Liberty Station that are making a name for themselves quickly.
Arguably the most booming part of Houston is its central business, where the Friday night after-work happy hours roll all through the night in Midtown and Downtown.
You can spin around on cowhide stools at the Line & Lariat or raise some money for charity while buying your drinks at Houston’s own OKRA Charity Saloon.
If you are looking for more of a date night spot, La Carafe is a very romantic spot with its great history. However if you’re looking for some more energy, head to Green Street for some all night fun and music at Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar or the House of Blues.
People from all around head to Midtown to visit Howl at the Moon for lively piano shows or some quality and friendly-priced wine at 13 Celsius.
One of the most gay-friendly neighborhoods in Texas is Montrose. Drag queens and club kings pepper the streets at night and put on quite the spectacle whenever it is time to party.
Even if you aren’t in the LGBTQ community, there are plenty of places to enjoy the nightlife in this wonderful part of Houston like Anvil Bar & Refuge where they use homemade liquor and fresh ingredients to make their drinks.
If you’re into a more alternative scene, spots like Poison Girl feature pinball machines, poetry readings, and cheap drinks. For those looking for a more laid back or gay-friendly place in Houston, Montrose is the perfect place to plan a night in.
There are all kinds of yearly events that take place in Houston but let’s just go through a few so you can get a taste as to what you might be in store for when heading down to the city.
The famous Texas Outlaw Challenge takes place in downtown Houston in mid-June and features time trials, a car show, and a charity poker event. This is a multiple day event and all kinds of people show up to support it.
Also, the Fiestas Patrias takes place Downtown in mid-September. It is among the biggest and most brightly colored community-sponsored parades the city has.
Celebrating Mexico’s independence from Spain, dancers spin their ways through the street and enjoy this great celebration of Mexican culture. The event ends with the crowning of a beautiful Miss Fiestas Patrias every year.
No matter which way you look at it, popular bars and restaurants fuel the grandiose nightlife in Houston and make it a banner place to enjoy a night of drinking, dancing, and great times you may or may not remember.
The city itself has been growing a lot over the years and doesn’t plan to stop anytime soon. If you plan on going out for a night in this city, have fun and best of luck!