JR’s Houston
Houston's #1 neighborhood barAverage Reviews
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JR's is the oldest and BEST gay bar in Houston. We are home to award winning bartenders, beautiful male dancers and of course the BEST entertainment 7 days/365 days a year.
Come by and have a drink, a laugh or just a chill moment on our New Orleans Style Courtyard & Patio. Now serving food from What-A-Taco Kitchen.
Come by and have a drink, a laugh or just a chill moment on our New Orleans Style Courtyard & Patio. Now serving food from What-A-Taco Kitchen.
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Based on 469 reviews
Sarah W.
17:06 21 Apr 24
I've only been here twice for short periods of time but I liked it! It's a lot bigger than it looks - there are several inside areas as well as an outdoor...Samuel T.
02:29 13 Apr 24
Used to like this place but now some of the bartenders are rude, one forced me out a stall to do "stuff" before his work shift. Another was to sassy to not...j j
03:13 06 Apr 24
Service time, horrific. On a Friday afternoon/evening, at 3:00 pm, both of the 2 bartenders, busy enough to talk to other guests, but not enough time to serve other guests. Waited 10 min at bar to get served. Both bartenders seemed to be busy enough for "friends" but not enough for customers.Trash service when it comes to day time serving.Lee D.
22:56 29 Mar 24
Bartender said after I just walked in. Sober. That I was drunk. Pissed me off bc I do be messed up sometimes... never here.. haven't been here in months.:...Sarah M.
16:05 26 Mar 24
Amazing staff, beautiful patio and great pricing. This bar has so many things to do during the week & weekend.Devin E.
15:37 19 Mar 24
Nice gay bar in the gayborhood. Cheap strong drinks, would recommend paying cash but that's usual with most bars in townJoseph G
03:48 09 Mar 24
Great hangout spot in Montrose where you can chill and have good conversation without all the overly loud music and smoke (though the karaoke area can kinda serve that purpose, and SoBe is just next door). Amazing service, special shoutouts to Matt and Sterling for being goated bartenders! Altogether my favorite place in Houston to hangSharise S.
12:02 06 Mar 24
One of my favorite places to go! Matt always has a smile on his face and makes the best drinks.Rogelio Duran
07:39 05 Mar 24
Matt Murphy is one of the best bartenders there in Saturday nights. Always has a friendly attitude! He is one of the main reasons I keep going back to JrsTina Morris
17:05 03 Mar 24
JRs is a really great place to hang out and chill, whether to start the evening, end the evening, or spend the whole evening. There's different spaces and multiple bars within the establishment each with its own vibe. Matt is my favorite bartender. He's personable and pours a good drink. The back bar and the patio are both really chill areas to hang out and the karaoke bar is soo much fun. Bathroom stalls, however, could use some TLC.Alex Nolasquez
02:51 24 Jan 24
JR’s is my place to come after a long work day. Brian is such a sweetheart. I love how he always remembers my drink order. My friends really enjoy the SKKY special on Tuesday . I wish he was always here. Definitely check out JRs for a cute and tasty drink.Troy Harrington
02:49 24 Jan 24
Great patio bar to start the night with. Brian, one of the bar tenders, really went out of his way to make sure I had a positive experience with some killer drink specials.Steven Everitt
06:33 21 Jan 24
I just showed up and asked for an old fashion. The bar tender said they do not serve that, I then asked what whiskey they had available, and the bartender informed me that he could not serve me. I only had one drink here. He threatened to call security when I complained.Javier Fernández Selpa
06:57 02 Jan 24
The manager of this place is a racist, he discriminated against me for being Latino and not speaking English, it is understandable that we can give tips but even so it is not obligatory in addition to not being obligatory, even worse is that a bartender demands it from you and that is really what happened in The worst thing of all about this place is that they refused to serve me because I didn't tip. Normally I tip once my night is over, so that's my decision, not my obligation. The truth is that it disappoints me that there are people like that walking through life.If there really is someone in charge of that place could they look at the camera at the bar in the back from 11.30 pm 1.1.2024 onwardsCarl Ciulla
15:22 25 Dec 23
I had just moved from Louisiana to Texas and was so excited to be in a more LGBT inclusive area. I went to this place for my first time around lunch hour and ordered 1 beer, I received a work call while in this establishment and had to walk out the front door due to the ear shattering music being played. The bartender proceeded to literally jump over the bar and chase me out the front door and aggressively jerked my bottle of beer out of my hand and throw it into the garbage. I understand that Texas has more strict alcohol laws opposed to Louisiana, but the behavior just left a bad taste in my mouth. I won’t be visiting this place again.Annie D.
09:25 18 Dec 23
The first time I came here I really liked it, the vibes were good and though it was packed, it was fun and worth dealing with the crowd. However I recently...Yelper Lou MC
22:52 07 Dec 23
Not bad for occasional visit. The patio was nicely done. Service was just meh. I don't know what is on the Grill. They don't serve food.Lu Mdz
22:08 03 Nov 23
Love this bar.. Only issue is with one of the bartenders, the one who always works at the bar across the stage (mexican, short, beard, and young looking). He is rude! I asked for a drink and he says “no” to ask another bartender.Mob M.
15:48 19 Sep 23
Great vibes here on Sunday!!! They do Karaoke on Sunday as well....around 6-7. No drama here, just a bunch of happy people having a great time!!! 3...Lu Mdz
00:18 18 Sep 23
Love this bar.. Only issue is with one of the bartenders, the one who always works at the bar across the stage (mexican, short, beard, and young looking). He has not been wanting to serve us (ladies) for months, with no explanation. He is rude! I asked for a drink and he says “no” to ask the other bartender. I hope the manager sees how rude this guy is.Kendell Pettigrew
14:47 26 Aug 23
One of the bartenders is so RUDE and DISRESPECTFUL. Me and my brother and a friend were waiting to get served at the bar, as we were waiting he was having a full blown conversation with two other guys and the bartender didn’t even acknowledge that we were standing there, it seems like he don’t have no life and using his time at the bar to vent to customers when he should be serving drinks and move along to the next customers, it was no reason he should be venting and taking out his cell phone to show pictures to customers when you have line of people. I waited for 3 min after he got done making drinks he still was going on and on with the guys and I just politely said, excuse me I like to order a drink and boom he just went off and got the cops and they told us to leave. He came from behind the bar and got in me and my brother face and called us out our names, he was saying all kinds of rude stuff to us. He was a white guy with dark hair, and his bar is located by the side door close the patio in the inside. Don’t go here it’s a rude establishment!!!! I hate to say, but it was giving racist vibes the White cops were on his side and everything we told them they didn’t believe, they were on his side.Liliana Barbosa
04:10 26 Aug 23
Good drinks !’ Recommended the cucumber tequila agave drink . Roasted corn was good too !Martin P
08:32 06 Aug 23
10 years coming here and never experienced anything like this.. the security guy at the back with bigger built straight up confessed that they are friends with someone whom me an my friend (who never comes out) had altercation with. The person tried to intimidate us for stepping on their friends foot and after we apologized they couldn’t take it and followed us through the bar to make us uncomfortable and make comments as if they were going to physically assault us. We reached out to security and the man told us he knew them so he asked us to leave, we were the ones being harassed and threatened but he didn't care about that, we weren't even drinking and his friends he was defending were wasted. I have everything recorded and will move forward for hate crime…Mare H.
11:46 25 Jul 23
I am OBSESSED with JR's. Bartenders are so friendly and welcoming and always open to chat when its not busy. Monday night they have male Dancers who are so...A LOP
10:21 21 Jul 23
Been coming here for over 10 years. The bar used to be more well managed before the pandemic, as soon as we were able to go back into bars I jumped out of my comfy couch and got back to JRs to support my local businesses and entertainers. Based on how dirty and grimy it’s gotten lately it seems as if management has let it go downhill. It never used to smell now I smell the dirty bathrooms in the karaoke bar and the back bar, the only place that it might not smell is the first bar. There used to not be napkins all over the bar floor now it’s inevitable to walk anywhere and see napkins all over the floors. This bar used to be my starting bar to bar hop and my restroom break bar because the restrooms were always nicely kept, now that is long gone, like I said they always smell and the soaps are never filled up. On a positive note drinks are reasonably priced compared to other bars but it makes me wonder if my cup is properly clean.Even on its busiest weekend (Halloween weekend) the bar was never that dirty and grimy.S C
19:32 17 Jul 23
I haven't been back to JR'S in so long! Brings back old memories. Decided to come check it out last minute with my spouse & another couple for fun. Took a long time to get our drink ordered. Had a great time watching people go up and sing their favorite songs.Bea Xo
23:01 13 Jul 23
My favorite gay watering hole in Houston! The specials & tunes are always jumping, the crowd is friendly & inclusive & the patio is perfect to soak up the Texas sun! I’m a woman & of color & they always show me the most love. No racism here! Reno is an absolute sweetheart & makes outstandingly tasty & strong drinks with a smile! Such a doll! Treat him right for me. All of the bartenders are tip top though & will ensure an outgoing & safe outing with tasty beverages for you! 5/5 easily!albert ruffin
00:35 06 Jul 23
I’m from NY and every time I visit I have to stop by JR’S Love the atmosphere of this amazing establishment, music is always bumping and I absolutely love the drag shows love the performances ❤️😘Gunner L.
20:32 27 Jun 23
Lmfao, helll no. The guy who was working the back bar, "Slater" or whatever. Trash drinks and a trash attitude? Pick a struggle friend. I ain't coming back...Jada Cole
18:34 25 Jun 23
Bartender Christina should be fired. She was quite honestly the worst bartender I’ve ever come across. Not only was she extremely slow, she was rude. Sat patiently at the bar waiting for her to take my order. Watched her and her friends take two rounds of shots, made her friend a drink, got them water bottles everything with a PACKED BAR in front of her. She would take one order then go back to them. Every time someone complained she yelled there’s other bartenders. Do your job first, entertain your friends later. If bartending is too overwhelming, pick something else 🙃Jackson Buck
01:38 17 Jun 23
I’ve been coming to this bar for years, love the environment and people that go there are very welcoming. Make sure you go to the bartender Matt, he’s super entertaining and can mix some of the best drinks I’ve ever had!!!Zaria Holloway
16:41 16 Jun 23
Been coming to this bar for a while now and lately it has been so difficult to get a drink. I understand when it can get busy and the bartenders can be overwhelmed with a crowd, but i won’t be able to get any service because the bartender would be occupied on their phone. So happy that there is more than one bar. Went to the back bar and was immediately greeted by Matthew. My friends and I were able to have a drink in hand and great service. Will be coming back with more friends as long as Matthew is there to serve us.Michael Todd
21:05 15 Jun 23
The staff is nice. I suppose that one nice thing about this place is that you can take your mom there. She will worry about your gay social life much less. It is as straight-friendly a bar as one could ever find.If you choose to visit, stop by Macy's for some cruise wear. The boat kind of cruise, not the gay kind. This isn't a place to meet bohemians or artists. There's nothing wrong with that, but it isn't my style.Robert Rodriguez
04:33 11 Jun 23
My bar tender was amazing ..!.!!!! His service and just customer experience all around as great . I’m very appreciative to Matthew for pouring my drinks in such a timely matter and even engaging in a quick conversation. So it’s like he isn’t in a rush but moving fast..!!!Brittanie Fields
17:22 10 Jun 23
I absolutely love this place but last night I went and encountered a bartender a short Hispanic male that had tattoos that caused a whole scene in the bar that was not necessary . I didn’t have any drinks at all and was acting accordingly he made it weird trying to force me to drink water then he threw my drink out and proceeded to yell at me about being over served when I had be been there for 10 minutes. This truly made me uncomfortable to where I had to leave . This left a bad taste in my mouth about this place .Bella A.
19:53 06 Jun 23
I LOVE JRS! Everything about it is fun: the karaoke, the atmosphere, everything. But last time I went the bouncer at the door was SO UNREASONABLY RUDE. He...E Medellin
16:36 23 May 23
Bartenders are rude. Heavy set white make with glasses is rude and needs better communication/management skills I will not be returning here and will not recommend to anyone of colorDrennon Keller 3
15:58 21 May 23
Love the way you are greeted when you walk in through the door, live atmosphere, beautiful diversity of lovely people, super fantastic drinks, lovely bartenders, a wonderful lounging area, the best thing in the bar is everyone's smilesJoshua R.
18:58 16 May 23
The bartender Milo is one of the top tiers of Montrose! I thoroughly enjoyed great conversation and delish margaritas. He even provided snacks!...Marcus Guerrero
20:34 27 Apr 23
Called because I left my card at the bar and spoke to a rude lady named Robbie. I told her I left my card there Sunday and everyday there has been reoccurring charges for three days straight. Told her I think it was the bartender because they car charging a lot and sense I left it at the bar. She then took offense to it and said will hunny you lost the card. I said no I left it at the bar because I had to run a leave due to a issue so the bartender had it last. she called me a lier and would not give me any ones information above her for I can tell them the issue. I was not trying to go though the bar to get a refund because I disputed the transactions I just wanted to inform them they might have thief on there staff charging high tip amounts on my card.M, Anthony G.
13:32 27 Apr 23
Called because I left my card at the bar and spoke to a rude lady named Robbie. I told her I left my card there Sunday and everyday there has been...Capt Alejandro
20:32 21 Apr 23
First time visiting. My bill was $34. I left a $6 tip and the bartender raised my total to $50!! Either he can’t count or is a big thief! (The total written was $40) Never going back to this place again horrible first impression. Pay with cash yall do not give them your credit card.Jeffrey Rodriguez
11:50 11 Apr 23
love this bar but the bar tender angel makes me hate it. extremely rude and always has a bad attitude. always takes forever to take my order and doesn't listen to what i'm saying. always closes me out when i ask to open a tab and then pretend he thought i said to close it. on top of that he over charges me. charges me $8 when the other bar tender at the same bar as him charges me $4. will not return as long as he works hereMichael Todd
02:52 31 Jan 23
This is what a classic Castro bar looks like when it is in Houston. This is my favorite bar. The drinks are excellent, the atmosphere is festive and welcoming, and the staff are absolutely wonderful. I love the back bar. It is cozy and delightful on a winter evening. Gay heaven.Fernando Octaviani
03:57 26 Dec 22
These bar tenders are thieves! Went on a Sunday which has $2.25 Well drinks all night and I was charged $11 for a Well vodka! What a horrible place!Carlos Thomas
20:57 14 Nov 22
I just moved back to Houston from Vegas. This was my first stop. Bartenders and other guests were super friendly. I really enjoy this spot. If you’re ever in Montrose, make sure to stop by.Jeffrey Rodriguez
06:59 13 Nov 22
love this bar but the bar tender angel makes me hate it. extremely rude and always has a bad attitude. always takes forever to take my order and doesn't listen to what i'm saying. always closes me out when i ask to open a tab and then pretend he thought i said to close it. on top of that he over charges me. charges me $8 when the other bar tender at the same bar at him charges me $4. will not return as long as he works hereJeffrey R.
20:23 12 Nov 22
love this bar but the bar tender angel makes me hate it. extremely rude and always has a bad attitude. always takes forever to take my order and doesn't...Nicholas Ton
06:47 30 Oct 22
The bartenders outside do terrible service. I waited for 30 minutes being respectful of the bartender to let them pick the clientele as I know a lot of good bartenders keep track of their line. My bartender was not good, he asked me for my drink order 3 times over the 30 minutes I was there and never got me the drinks. It seems important to note that he served everyone but me and the others who were POCs. Then he took my drinks away at the end.Anyways, terrible service.N. Poindexter
08:22 02 Oct 22
I am from Las Vegas and was looking to go somewhere that I could have a dr I nk and unwind. I stu.bled upon this place and was fine. Got to the back and they were doing karaoke. The Hispanic drag queen was so so rude to us that we were totally taken by surprise. I requested a song the Hispanic mc (on microphone) told me to tip. I obliged with 3 dollars. I came back a hour and a half later to see my position and the mc got irate. Asking me do I want my 3 dollars back, (tell I ng people on the microphone) that I was racist. Then proceeded to roll their eyes the whole time I performed my song. Snatched the mic from me. No listen, this person is beyond rude. Not only to me but other people that weren'tLatino. .I dont know if they were try I ng to start some type of discrepancy but please watch this person. The way the speak to people and the rudeness is not funny at all. Totally lied and embarrassed our party with the whole spectacle of maccusing me of being racist because I asked what my position was. That was a horrible horrible experience.Casey Nee
11:41 11 Sep 22
They got two guys a man the door to check IDs when you go to this bar. a short young looking black guy and overweight heavy set white guy that are extremely rude towards transgender and drag queens... Of course the ones that are not doing the show... 😂 The heavy said white guy told me I was banned from the bar but I haven't been there in over 5 years cuz I've been out of town for work I told him he was mistaking and to get the manager. The manager says I wasn't barred and he didn't know what the bouncer was talking about.... This was clearly discrimination towards a transgender person in the community. I usually have problems getting into this bar depending on who is at the front door checking IDs. The crazy part of body is they do drag shows and make money off us transgender and drag queens but when you show up to be a customer the door people treat you very rude. As far as the bartenders they have always been very nice and professional and friendly.... So that's kind of strange. The bar is beautiful with the outside New Orleans look and the drinks are reasonable and you can't have a good time there you just have to get through the front security first. They need to hire some better door people because I've seen a lot of people walk away because of that short young black kid and that heavy set older guy.Armando Sanchez
15:03 31 Jul 22
DO NOT PAY IN CARD HERE!!! I paid for one drink and my statement shows a completely different number than what the receipt says. Thankfully I took a picture of the receipt because they didn’t give me a guest copy. I’ve seen the reviews and it says it all. Wish I read the reviews before coming here.Aisha J.
10:34 27 Jun 22
One of my fave iconic bars in Montrose. Great drink selection & prices. They always have a fire ass DJ outside and I absolutely love the karaoke. I come...stephanie cook
18:50 18 Jun 22
The bartenders outside tried very hard not to take our order. They kept taking everyone else's order walking up, it's very important to mention that the bar was very empty and we were the only POC at the bar. It was so obvious they were bothered by us. They tried so hard not to look in out direction and started stocking after they were done with the white people orders. I have never claimed colorism but it was so blatant i cannot call it anything else. If you own the establishment and have cameras, this was 06/18/22 at about 12:30 or 1am.Justin Cardenas
00:40 19 May 22
Do not use your cards here!!!! I am not even from the area and I am being charged when I’m not even there!!! This is the 2nd time this has happened, it has to be one of the bartenders. Some of the bartenders hold your card until you close your tab, others give it right back to you. So if one of them says they are going to hold on to your card, ask for another bartender!Kylie Sivley
14:34 14 May 22
A bar tender thats works was apparently allowed to ban person I love from the entire establishment for non-safety related personal reasons that have nothing to do with Jrs. If this establishment condones this I will not be returning.Alicia Ruiz
16:26 28 Apr 22
Good atmosphere, lots of space. The bar service was a little slow, but that’s to be expected with the groups of people coming in all at once. Typical parking for the area!Barry C.
13:54 01 Apr 22
I don't write a-lot of negative reviews. Unfortunately I have to at least mention this so the "owner" gets a clue. We walked in sat down and was...izzybone78
21:20 11 Mar 22
Amazing place to meet people and enjoy great drinks! There are plenty of bartenders to choose from. From karaoke to drag shows. If that’s not for you the patio has a great ambiance to sit back and chill!Cesar Cruz
16:51 08 Mar 22
The vibe was alright, but this morning we woke up to find out that the bar tender in the back MANUEL tipped himself more than what we left him. Bring cash since there’s thieves behind the counter. 😒 if y’all have the same issue, call your banks!!Rodolfo S
11:09 08 Mar 22
Service here is very rude, they charge for tap water, and I had a bartender tell me he didn’t have time to explain a drink to me. Would not recommend.Rodolfo S.
03:14 08 Mar 22
Service here is very rude, they charge for tap water, and I had a bartender tell me he didn't have time to explain a drink to me. Would not recommend.Jesus H.
23:15 12 Feb 22
everyone is overweight, ugly and rude. how can a city be so fat and ugly? normalize bullying.iTino Da Bambino
15:29 23 Jan 22
Horrible barbacks! The place is nice but this guy sterling literally shoved me out the way. He literally spilled my drink on me and then got mad that he had to take the glass! Trash workerMontana B.
20:35 14 Jan 22
If I could give this place zero stars I would. The owner is an extreme racist that feels like all black women are aggressive and will ruin his business just...Veronika S.
20:41 23 Dec 21
Really strange thing. They have a rule that if you have a large bag they won't let you in. So ladies, if you're planning on coming here, make sure to...KELLY STRONG
07:45 22 Dec 21
The manager is so rude! I had friends who performed a drag show and he blatantly disrespected all of them! I have never heard of such juvenile behavior from a manager. This manager needs to be fired! I hope y’all read this comment before going to this establishment. How do you pay folks to come perform and then drown their music out? The way you treat performers is also the way you treat costumers. Consider yourselves warned. I will never darken the doorstep of this bar as long as he is the manager. Believe that!Steven O.
14:19 08 Nov 21
Went to JRs with friends for Happy Hour on Friday, November 5. As always, we had a great time. Love the frozen margaritasAnne G
03:34 19 Sep 21
We arrived for our friend’s birthday and they require you to wear a mask to walk across the threshold but not a single person in a mask inside. But we had to wear one to cross the doorway? They said the owner requires it. Well the owner isn’t getting my money. We can’t give our money to people like this and expect sense to come back. So no thanks. Lost a customer forever.John Rouse
16:48 10 Sep 21
When will the dancers return? So much fun when they were there, especially "Joe".Ariel S.
22:08 25 Aug 21
I love Jrs Bar and Grill it a place to go and feel welcome. I love it I recommend the karaoke side it's the best and the bartenders on the karaoke side...
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