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Publisher 11 PERFORMING ARTS Leslie Sachnowitz Meimoun 13 SHOPPING Art Director Rick Ballard PAGE 9

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Greetings, As Mayor of Houston, I extend a special welcome to the readers of Enjoy Houston Magazine, a pocketsize publication with a wealth of information provided for all visitors, tourists and convention delegates exploring our city. More than 30 million people visit the Greater Houston area every year to experience our first class restaurants, appealing museums and thrilling sports arenas. I am delighted that Enjoy Houston Magazine gives our first time visitors a great introduction to our diverse city and all that Houston has to offer. I welcome all visiting dignitaries and conventioneers who arrive daily to enjoy the Houstonian experience. Please utilize Enjoy Houston Magazine for information, as it reveals our outstanding attractions, entertaining activities and our finest hotels for your stay in the City of Houston. Best wishes for much success, and I look forward to your continued support of our city.

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MU DOWNTOWN The sophisticated downtown skyline is headquarters for some of the world’s most influential companies, home of Minute Maid Park’s Houston Astros, Toyota Center’s NBA Houston Rockets and the Houston Aeros Hockey team. The George R. Brown Convention Center hosts major conventions, and Downtown’s beautiful and lively Discovery Green is a new twelve-acre ecopark dedicated to preserving green space. The Shops at Houston Center offers a great line-up of restaurants, stores and services within walking distance for the Downtown visitor, and the exciting new Houston Pavilions is a mega-complex of dining, shopping and entertainment. Dining in Downtown has evolved into an exciting street and restaurant scene; Main Street is alive with nightlife and a wonderful diversity of cultural cuisines; Historic Market Square is lined with top restaurants and bars; Houston’s premier Theater District boasts world-class resident companies in all of the performing arts: Theater, Opera, Ballet and Symphony.

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GALLERIA In the center of it all is one of Houston’s hottest neighborhoods and attractions. The Galleria is the fourth largest mall in the nation with spectacular glass atriums, balconies, a massive ice rink and more than 375 stores internationally known and showcasing retail’s elite. Westheimer Boulevard caters to wonderful dining experiences from casual walk-in ambiance to elegant white-tablecloth eateries. Nearby Uptown Park with its trendy European style piazza is peppered with great restaurants, cafes, wine bars, and boutiques. Upper Kirby district and the upscale Highland Village shopping center are steps away—and affluent River Oaks marks the historic and prestigious Houston, where million-dollar mansions with lush manicured gardens lie behind gated entries.

MIDTOWN South of Downtown lies Midtown, an upscale mixture of Houston’s trendiest spots. Situated between Downtown and the Museum district, this neighborhood is home to young professionals who love the diverse eateries, cafes, art galleries and beyond. On Saturday mornings, Midtown’s Farmers Market is open rain or shine. Midtown has its share of art galleries.

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Hermann Park

Adjacent to the Museum District and established in 1911, this eclectic and bohemian neighborhood is a demographically diverse area with renovated homes, bungalows with wide porches and cute cottages located along tree-lined boulevards.

Montrose is one of the more pedestrian-friendly neighborhoods in Houston and is a major cultural hub. Lower Westheimer Blvd. overflows with unique restaurants, fun clothing and antique shops, coffee houses, galleries and more.

Montrose

RICE VILLAGE Since its origins in the 1930’s, Rice Village—next to prestigious Rice University—is known for its multitudes of small and eclectic shops and boutiques, both old and new. Host to over 300 stores, cafes and restaurants in a 16-block area, the ‘Village’ or sometimes referred to as ‘West U’ has something for everyone. Expansion in the area brought in many high-end clothing stores and national retail venues.

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THE HEIGHTS Just north of Downtown sits this diverse, laid-back small town community known for its Victorian homes, shady boulevards and quaint shops. It is Houston’s largest historic area where the streets are lined with Victorian mansions and restored bungalows. Parks, walking and biking trails as well as many multi-colored painted homes all add to the charm of the neighborhood. Just inside the Heights lies the Washington Avenue Corridor, a three mile stretch with its abundance of clubs, lounges, bars, wine bars and restaurants that cater to young professionals who indulge in nightlife.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS JUNE 2014 June 5

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B.B. King Live

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Jefferson Starship

MILLER OUTDOOR THEATER

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Freedom Over Texas/Fireworks

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Red Hot & Blue Festival

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PERFORMING ARTS Alley Theatre

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615 Texas St. 713-220-5700 Houston’s only resident professional theater company, the Alley offers a varied repertoire of work including classics, contemporary plays, the re-discovered and rarely-performed, as well as new musical theatre, with an emphasis on new American works www.alleytheatre.org

615 Louisiana St. 713-224-7575 Founded in 1913, the Houston Symphony is one of America’s oldest performing arts organizations, with a rich history of musical excellence. www.houstonsymphony.org

Broadway AT HOBBY CENTER 800 Bagby St. 713-315-2400 Broadway Across America-Houston presents first-rate touring Broadway shows direct from Broadway and London’s West End. www.broadwayacrossamerica.com Da Camer a 1427 Branard St. 713-524-5050 By bringing together leading American and international musicians, Da Camera concerts offer a broad range of repertoire and musical styles while ensuring a product of outstanding musical excellence. www.dacamera.com Houston Ballet 501 Texas Ave. 713-227-2787 Houston Ballet, the fifth largest ballet company in the country, has been hailed by The New York Times as “...one of the nation’s best ballet companies.” www.houstonballet.org Houston Gr and Oper a 501 Texas Ave. 713-546-0200 Houston Grand Opera is the only opera company in the world to win a Tony, two Grammy and two Emmy Awards. The New York Times calls the Houston Grand Opera “the jewel in the cultural crown.” www.houstongrandopera.org

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Society for the Perfor ming Arts 615 Louisiana St. Ste. 100 713-632-8100 Society for the Performing Arts brings the world’s greatest performing artists and companies to Houston. www.spahouston.org Theatre Under The Stars 800 Bagby St. 713-558-2600 Theatre Under the Stars, founded in 1968, is one of the largest producers of musical theater in the U.S. www.tuts.com Uniquely Houston 800 Bagby St. 713-315-2400 Uniquely Houston is an innovative program established by the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts to provide a home venue for Houston’s emerging, nonprofit performing arts organizations in the Theater District. www.thehobbycenter.org

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SHOPPING BJ OLDIES & ANTIQUE SHOP 1726 Westheimer 832-651-8477 Come in, browse and look around. B.J.Oldies has been selling great antiques for over twenty years.

Treasures galore as you enter the past of endless rows of everything and anything you can imagine.

Mon-Sun 10am-6pm. www.bjoldiesantiqueshop.com

Galleria/Uptown Park Harwin Drive-Discount Shopping Highland Village Shopping Center Houston Pavilions-Downtown Houston Premium Outlets

EDIBLE ARRANGEMENTS 225 Main St. 713-247-0700 Located downtown on Main St. Edible Arrangements offers a beautiful selection of fresh fruit bouquets to make any occasion special from birthdays, anniversaries and congratulations to business events and client gifts.

Our bouquets are made fresh with premium fruit. Other locations: Baytown 281-421-2222, Greenspoint 281999-5524, Humble/Kingwood 281-852-1335, Northeast Houston 281-452-2040 www.ediblearrangements.com

Katy Mills Outlet Mall Memorial City Mall Montrose/Lower Westheimer Old Town Spring River Oaks/Upper Kirby Shops at Houston Center-Downtown Sugarland Mall/Town Square

TEJAS CUSTOM BOOTS 415 Westheimer Rd. 713-524-9860; Toll free: 866-739-BOOT(2668).

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MUSEUMS Houston Center for Photogr aphy 1441 W. Alabama St. 713-529-4775 Dedicated to the study of photography as an expressive medium and investigative tool, exhibiting works by emerging, mid-career and under-recognized artists. www.hcponline.org

Children’s Museum of Houston Asia Society Tex as Center 1370 Southmore Blvd.

713-496-9901 The newest addition to Houston’s museum offerings is the $48 million Asia Society Texas Center, featuring a dynamic gallery space as well as classrooms, conference facilities, a performance theater, reception spaces and more. www.asiasociety.org/texas Bayou Bend Museum 1 Westcott St. 713-639-7750 This fine collection of American decorative Fine Arts is housed at the Ima Hogg Estate surrounded by more than 14 acres of woodlands and gardens in River Oaks. The home is surrounded by large formal, organically maintained gardens. Over 5,000 pieces from 1620-1870. www.mfah.org/bayoubend.org Buffalo Soldiers Museum 1834 Southmore Blvd.

713-942-8920 Educates the public about the contributions of African-American soldiers by chronicling their accomplishments from the Revolutionary War to modern times. www.buffalosoldiermuseum.com Center fOR Contempor ary Cr aft 4848 Main St 713-529-4848 One of the few venues in the country dedicated exclusively to craft at the highest level, highlighting art made of glass, fiber, clay, metal or wood. Admission is free. www.crafthouston.org Children’s Museum 1500 Binz St. 713-522-1138 With 14 galleries of hands-on activities, The Children’s Museum of Houston is ranked by MSN.com as the No. 1 children’s museum in the country. www.cmhouston.org Contempor ary Arts Museum Houston 5216 Montrose 713-284-8250 Dedicated to presenting the best and most exciting international, national and regional art of the last 40 years. www.camh.org Czech Center Museum 4920 San Jacinto Blvd.

713-528-2060 Celebrates the culture of Bohemia, Moravia, Slovakia and Silesia with events and exhibitions. www.czechcenter.org The Health Museum

Houston Museum of Natur al Science 5555 Hermann Park Dr. 713-284-8250 Museum features the Wortham Giant Screen Theatre, Burke Baker Planetarium, Cockrell Butterfly Center, permanent exhibit halls and traveling exhibitions. www.hmns.org Jung Center of Houston 5200 Montrose Blvd.

713-524-8253 Founded in 1958 to help individuals increase self-awareness through an understanding of Carl Jung’s analytic psychology. www.junghouston.org Lawndale Art Center 4912 Main St. 713-528-5858 An alternative space for the exhibition of contemporary works in all media. www.lawndaleartcenter.org The Menil Collection 1515 Sul Ross St 713-525-9400 Privately assembled Menil Collection includes approximately 15,000 paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, photographs and rare books.

Don’t miss Menil’s Byzantine Fresco Museum, home of the finest Byzantine frescoes of this size in the Western Hemisphere. Admission is always free, Wed-Sun. www.menil.org Museum of Fine Arts 1001 Bissonnet St 713-639-7300 Renowned museum housing more than 45,000 works, MFAH is one of the largest and most outstanding collections in the country. www.mfah.org Rice University Art Gallery 6100 Main St., Rice University 713-348-6069 The only university museum in the country dedicated to installation art. www.ricegallery.org Rothko Chapel 1409 Sul Ross St. 713-524-9839 The only ecumenical center of its kind in the world, the Rothko Chapel functions as a chapel, a museum and a forum-- a place where religion, art and architecture intermingle. Free admission, Donations are welcome. www.rothkochapel.org The Weather Museum 5104 Caroline St. 713-529-3076 Established by the Weather Research Center, the John C. Freeman Weather Museum is a place for people of all ages to learn about the weather, its history and public safety. www.weathermuseum.org

1515 Hermann Dr 713-521-1515 The most visited health museum in the country features threedimensional anatomy models and interactive exhibits. www.thehealthmuseum.org Holocaust Museum 5401 Caroline St. 713-942-8000 Created as a living testimonial to those who perished in the Holocaust, the Museum is dedicated to remembering the millions of innocent victims, honoring the survivors and teaching the dangers of hatred, prejudice and apathy. Admission is free. www.hmh.org

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Now you can—just an hour’s drive south of Houston. Located in the scenic expanse of Brazos Bend State Park, the George Observatory is a satellite facility of the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Housed here are three domed telescopes, including the 36-inch Gueymard Research Telescope, one of the largest in the United States. www.hmns.org

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George Ranch Historical Park - Journey to a place and time where cattle and cotton are king and Texas is a country all its own—a living history museum that tracks four generations of one family over one hundred years of Texas history. Visit the 1830’s Jones Stock Farm, the 1860’s Ryon Prairie Home, the 1890’s Davis Mansion, and the 1930’s George Ranch Complex. Enjoy historic home tours, cattle-working demonstrations, a working blacksmith shop and more. Today, the George Ranch is a 23,000-acre working ranch. www.georgeranch.org __________________________________________ Houston Maritime Museum - The first of its kind in Houston, the museum offers insight into maritime history. Exhibits include over 150 ship models, over 100 types of navigational instruments and numerous maritime artifacts. www.houstonmaritimemuseum.org __________________________________________ Houston Pavilions - Premier entertainment hub in downtown Houston. The pedestrian open-air retail entertainment center spans three city blocks and features top shopping and dining as well as House of Blues, Lucky Strike Lanes, Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar and Scott Gertner’s venues. www.houstonpavilions.com __________________________________________ Houston Zoo - It’s a new zoo every day! Now you can travel to Africa... No Passport Required. The African Forest is an immersive experience that will entertain young and old alike. Come for an adventure through The African Forest, and also visit the 6,000 other animals from around the globe that call the Houston Zoo home. www.houstonzoo.org __________________________________________ Kemah Boardwalk - Located just 20 miles from downtown Houston, the Kemah Boardwalk is open daily providing fun for everyone!

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4080 Bissonnet St. 713-661-3663 This Family Tradition famous for serving Houston’s best breakfast, lunch and dinner for the past 20 yrs. Breakfast is huevos rancheros, rellanos, burritos, hot cakes, French toast and omelettes. Lunch and dinner specialties. Beer and wine served all day. Mon 7am-2pm, Tues-Fri 7am-9pm, Sat 8am-2pm. www.thebuffalogrille.com

9400 Richmond Ave 713-782-6882 One of the best family owned ethnic restaurants. Enjoy the unique taste of Ethiopian dishes as you eat with your hands. Vegetarian dishes as Kik Alicha, split peas, Atkilt Wot with cabbage and carrots.

The Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony brewed in traditional pots a must.

Mon-Friday 11am-11pm, Sat-Sun 9am-11pm. ww.bluenilerestaurant.com

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3055 Sage 713-622-2794 Traditional Greek dishes are prepared as Spanokopita, Dolmathes, Moussaka, and lamb to delicious desserts as Baklava and Tiramisu.

Live music and belly dancing every Friday and Saturday. Full liquor bar serving Greek wines and liquors. Mon-Fri 11am-10pm, Sat 11am2pm, Sun 12pm-9pm. www.alexanderthegreat.com

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ELEVATION BURGER 3819 Kirby Dr. 713-524-2909 Conveniently located on Kirby just off the SW Freeway (Hwy 59), this new quick and casual restaurant offers 100% organic, grass-fed, free-range beef burgers. Fun menu of unique and flavorful burgers as well as vegetarian and vegan options, fries cooked in 100% hearthealthy olive oil and other sides like mandarin orange slices plus a menu of shakes and malts. www.elevationburger.com HOBBIT CAFE 2243 Richmond Ave. 713-526-5460 The Hobbit Cafe represents the best of Tolkien’s Middle Earth.

Bountiful salads and soups to delicious wholesome sandwiches, burgers to vegetarian dishes. To die for desserts as key lime pie. Great Sunday Brunch. Mon-Thurs 11am-9:30pm, Fri-Sat 11am-10:30pm, Sun 11am-9pm. www.myhobbitcafe.com LAURENZO’S 4412 Washington Ave. 713-880-5111 Watch all your sport venues on Hi-Def T.V.’s. Great Salads, Succulent Prime Rib, chicken pork, seafood, burgers, sandwiches and steaks.

All entrees served with delicious sides. Great selection of liquors, wine and beer. Sun-Tues 11am-9pm, Wed-Thurs 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm. www.laurenzos.net OLD HICKORY INN Since 1963, Old Hickory Inn has been proudly serving “Real Old Fashioned Barbeque at its Best!” Fall in love with our fresh mouthwatering barbecue and down home Texas-style cooking. Chopped Beef Baker, Fall-off-the-bone Baby Back Ribs, Slow-Smoked BBQ Brisket and other delicious fixings. 3 Houston locations (Meyerland, Missouri City, Mission Bend). Dine-in or full-service catering.

Locations, tel. numbers and hours online: www.oldhickoryinn.com RED LION PUB 2316 S. Shepherd Dr. 713-782-3030 This traditional neighborhood British pub with fireplace leads to an inviting outside patio offers traditional British pub favorites as Shepherds pie, Bangers & Mash and famous fish and Chips along with burgers and sandwiches. English fry-up Breakfast on Sat and Sun. Wide variety of ales, malts, beers and darts. Mon-Wed 11:30am12pm, Thurs-Sat 11:30am-2am, Sun 11:30am-12pm. www.redlionhouston.com

THEO’S 812 Westheimer 713-523-0425 Original Greek specialties are served 24 hrs. for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Greek and American cuisine. Omeletes, french toast, waffles and eggs. Lunch and dinner is mousaka, dolmathes, spanokopita, shrimp, chicken, lamb kebobs and pork chops to burgers, calzones and pasta. Top floor, Oak Room for elegant events. Mon-Sunday 10am-4am. www.theoshouston.com INDIAN INDIA’S

BIRRAPORETTI’S 500 Louisiana (at Prairie) 713-224-9494 One of Houston’s original restaurants, this Italian gem opened in 1974 with the slogan “A great Italian Restaurant…A heck of an Irish bar!”.

For four decades, Birraporetti’s has been the place to gather with friends and family, happy hour and before or after the theater. Famous for stone oven, hand thrown pizzas as well as Signature Bellini’s and delicious Irish coffee. Downtown in the heart of the Theatre District (as well as a Friendswood location). Private events/catering options; Open late seven days a week. www.birrarestaurant.com

3730 Washington Ave. 713-861-0000 Welcome to Cafe Luxor, Houston’s hottest and most unique spot in the heart of the Washington corridor where adventure and fun never stops. We offer a wide variety of hookah, drinks and delicious meals from around the world. Mon-Thur 2pm to 2am; Fri 2pm to 4am; Sat 11am to 4am; Sun 11am to 2am. www.thecafeluxor.com

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5704 Richmond Ave. 713-266-0131 A Passage to India describes this culinary experience. Sample cultural diversity from the Himalayas to the Ganges. Lunch begins with India’s fabulous Buffet of hot and cold dishes from salads to vegetables to chicken, lamb, shrimp, curries, and basmati rice and fresh baked Nann. Dinner of Sang Paneer to Tandori Chicken. Mon-Thurs 11am10pm, Fri-Sun 11am-10:30pm. www.indiasrestauranthouston.com

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616 Westheimer 713-521-3838 NYC comes to Midtown, with a 24 hour selection of Katz’s greatest deli selections. Jewish rye to succulent kosher dills. Signature sandwiches as the half pound Reuben to the smoked salmon, corn beef, roast beef, salami and turkey breast. Sumptuous desserts as New York style cheesecake, cheese blintz’s to mouth watering sundaes and floats. Great breakfast served all day with bagels and breads baked daily. 24 hours. www.ilovekatzs.com

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3130 Richmond Ave. 713-807-1600 1308 Montrose 713-807-8100 713-681-3645 5602 Washington Master Chef Roland Laurenzo has combined Authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex. The menu offers crab, shrimp, chicken, beef fajitas and enchiladas, all served with charo beans and rice. Full bar and patio. www.eltiempocantina.com

904 Westheimer 713-522-4808 We invite diners to explore gastro­nomic bound­aries by pairing tradi­ tional Japanese offer­ings with new and refreshing flavors and textures.

At Uchi we prepare our dishes using inno­va­tive food combi­na­tions for the most unique dining expe­ri­ence in Houston. Sun-Thurs 5pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5pm-11pm. www.uchirestaurants.com/houston

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417 Travis (at Prairie) 713-22-PIZZA * 713-225-5656 Located in Downtown Historic District, this Houston gem is THE place to go for hot and delicious hand-tossed pizza. Choose from whole pies, slices, lasagna, spicy wings, burgers, sandwiches, salads, desserts, and more. All available for dine-in, pick-up or Downtown delivery. Next time you’re Downtown, be sure to stop by and try a slice. Your taste buds will be glad you did. Sun. 11am10pm, Mon-Wed 11am-9pm, Thurs. 11am-1am, Fri-Sat. 11am-3am www.frankspizza.com

401 Louisiana 713-225-4900 Authentic Thai cuisine is served for Lunch specials as beef broccoli, and chicken ginger, all served with rice, soup and salad. Dinner is served with choice of delicious soups, chicken, beef, pork and seafood specialties. Drinks and delicious desserts. Lunch Mon -Fri 11am-3pm, Dinner Tues-Sat 5pm-9pm. www.padthaithairestaurant.com

STEAKHOUSE / BRAZILIAN NELORE CHURRASCARIA 4412 Montrose Blvd.

713-395-1050 All-you-can-eat, tableside service, where you can select your favorite cuts of slow roasted, seasoned meats, cooked on skewers. Choose from beef, pork, lamb or chicken, all served with our house salad bar.

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1204 Caroline St. 800-745-3000 The anchor for the Houston Pavilions is the House of Blues. The Blues resonates through the streets of downtown. Impressive stage and acoustic settings. Featured artists and tour dates are showcased in the full page ad in the Attractions Section of the magazine. www.houseofblues.com/houston

1201 Fannin Street 713- 337-7383 This Texas original rock n roll dueling piano bar, with two baby Grand Pianos is a sing along, clap along, drink along, have one helluva good time along bar. Playing all your favorite hits from Beatles to Willie Nelson, Billy Joel, Elton John and Frank Sinatra. Full Liquor Bar. Wed-Sat 7pm-2am, 8pm showtime. www.petesduelingpianobar.com

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813 Congress St. 713-229-9399 1860 makes this Historical Landmark the oldest known bar in Houston’s downtown Market Square. This wine bar is a hidden gem of candle lit intimacy to sounds of a by gone era as a fine vintage wine. An intimate balcony and a selected wine list is the perfect duo to embrace the past, and toast the future. Most romantic bar in all of Downtown. Mon-Sun 1pm-2am.

2600 Travis, Suite R 832-767-0513 Think NYC/LA rooftop bar when you envision PROOF, only designed with a southern flair. Located in the heart of thriving Midtown above Reef Restaurantboasting a beautiful 4,000 sq ft rooftop patio, 2 full service bars, arcade/billiards and a hip upbeat decor. Happy Hour from 4pm - 8pm, food menu provided by Reef. www.proofbarhouston.com

NEON BOOTS DANCEHALL/SALOON 11410 Hempstead Hwy. 713-677-0828 Founded originally in 1955, the once-thriving Esquire Ballroom was home to many well-known acts over the decades, most notably Willie Nelson and Patsy Cline. Esquire was considered the main rival to Gilley’s, the famous honky tonk bar in the 70’s-80’s. In 2013 the venue reopened as Neon Boots, a diverse dance hall & nightclub that supports LGBT and mainstream patrons. Open Wed-Sun. www.neonbootsclub.com

WARREN’S INN 307 Travis St. 713-247-9207 This Historical watering hole in Houston is the Inn on Market Square where the drinks are poured Texan Tall and local characters hang out to hear classic jukebox music. Great prices for homemade soups and chili served daily. Great Old Texan Heritage and best bar for great Conversations. Mon-Fri 11am-2am, Sat 12pm-2am, Sun and Holidays 2pm-2am.

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