Mo's Place is a haunt for locals as well as tourists who are passionate about music. The spacious bar has an expansive performance area and ample seating spaces that provide an obstruction-free view of stage. There are buffalo wings, tacos, club sandwiches and pizzas to keep your hunger in check, while beers quench your thirst all night long. Mo's Place has a very busy events calendar allowing local bands and upcoming musicians to prove their mettle.
Feel like getting goofy with a mic after downing a couple of drinks with your buddies? Step into Spotlight Karaoke. The libations are delicious as is the sushi, but the music is what makes you want to stay. They have an extensive songlist across genres for your singing pleasure. Whether you're crooning to the golden oldies, popping bubbles with mainstream pop or busting a move to the latest tracks, there's something for everyone here. They have multiple private rooms for parties with your posse and they even help you host karaoke parties at your own pad.
The Eagle Houston is a cozy bar located on Hyde Park Boulevard. The bar is known for its friendly atmosphere and welcoming staff. The space features a large patio, multiple bars, and a dance floor where you can groove to the music spun by talented DJs. The Eagle Houston is a popular spot for the LGBTQ+ community, as well as for anyone who wants to have a good time in a comfortable and inclusive environment. Whether you're looking to grab a drink with friends or meet new people, The Eagle Houston is definitely worth checking out.
Oh if the walls could only talk, the stories they would tell! Tucked away, under a staircase on the side of a typical River Oaks strip mall, look for a lapis blue door. A certain anticipation builds for newcomers as the approach-excitement of discovery, curiosity, and maybe even a little hope for the voyeurs. Though the bar has managed to maintain some of the mystique from its rather notorious, anything-goes, 35-year history, it has cleaned up its act. The thing that remains timeless is the quality of its bartenders and the fine drinks that they pour. - JoAnn Takasaki
Barbarella is a video dance club inviting you to unwind after a long, hectic week. Open till early dawn, this place is one of the city's more popular nightlife hubs, reverberating with music and illuminated with whimsical lights. The music at Barbarella is sure going to make you fall in love, spanning various genres from retro classics to modern hits. The dance floor is always alive, with people grooving to the beats and DJs spinning tracks that keep the energy high. There are chilled beers to quench your thirst throughout; these are best enjoyed on the nightclub's adjoining balcony, which offers a pleasant view of the city's skyline.