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Houstonians, the time has come: After dealing with the remnants of summer weather for the first half of fall, the city finally embraced cozy outerwear-worthy temps just this week. And considering these autumnal advances, the warmth a favorite cocktail delivers is more appealing than ever, as are the scintillating buzz and bursts of flavors that accompany it. Thankfully, Houston has a rather interesting bar scene, flourishing with cultural backstories, fulfilling snacks, and of course, delicious cocktails galore.
From boozy paradises laced with tropical delights and cute umbrella toppers to luxury havens crawling with sophisticated tipples, here are 24 standout bars to add to your seasonal imbibing itinerary.
Outside of Bravery Chef Hall at Aris Market Square lies this not-so-secret garden, where you’ll find barkeep Jonathan Gallardo (Hughes Hangar, Prohibition) showing off his mad maestro skills inside a striking glass greenhouse engulfed in lush plants and flowers. It’s easily the best place to grab a stiff date night tipple, especially these days, since you can saunter out onto the 2,000-square-foot patio to enjoy it. Gallardo’s modern plays on classic cocktails come with flair to match the enchanting setting, rocking fun stuff like signature flower branding for the ice blocks and candied citrus accouterments.
How to book: Stop by for counter-service and seating.
