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Michael's Outpost
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Michael's Outpost

The only piano bar in Montrose

Houston, USA
4.2
344 reviews

Neighbourhood

Houston

Category

Bars

Vibe

Drag Show, Karaoke +1

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About Michael's Outpost

Michael Gaitz opened Michael’s Outpost in 1998. It was taken over by his sister Theresa upon his death in 2011, who remodeled and added the early evening drag shows. It is now under the watch of his brother Charles and wife Denise and run by his niece Tonya. We are the only gay piano bar in the Houston area, offering different pianists 4 nights a week. Everything from showtunes to pop and some country. We also are proud to offer our Caberet atmosphere as we present professional drag entertainers 4 nights a week. We also have karaoke once a week with great hosts and participants. Our professional bartenders are fast, fun, courteous, attentive, and serve the best refreshing beverages and bar snacks in the area. The crowd varies according to times and days of the week both in number and in ages. A nice relaxed happy hour spot followed by pumped up energy at night.

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Michael's Outpost

Michael's Outpost, Richmond Avenue, Houston, TX, USA

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WhereIs.Gay rating

4.2

344 reviews

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    4.2
  • Google Maps
    4.6
  • Yelp
    3.7

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Nice little place definitely. It seems like a local watering hole. Everyone was very friendly and the drinks were good and strong!

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Alex N
Alex N

2 years ago

I’m so happy I found this hidden gem ❤️ The energy was amazing, music was great, performances were fun, and Honey B was hilarious! Definitely would come back again and bring even more people ☺️ I made Saturday night reservations in advance (it was packed but I loved it). No cover required but pleaseeee bring cash to tip the amazing performers and bartenders ❤️ I especially loved how the show started at 7:30pm and not super late like a lot of others.

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Mike Fritz
Mike Fritz

9 months ago

Wonderful live singing, piano, on certain nights, and friendly service and crowd! Will definitely be back except the drab grey walls could stand some decor and refresh.

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muchamuchacha
muchamuchacha

4 years ago

I come here often for laugh track on Tuesday. It's a comfortable little bar with a piano room behind a curtain. On Tuesday the bar tender is Ulises and he is very sweet and patient lol! Laugh track is a hilarious drag comedy show hosted by the amazing and absolutely kind Carmina Vavra! There is a regular line up with special guest every week! I highly recommend going and enjoying a night of laughter and delicious drinks!

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dana tomlin
dana tomlin

7 years ago

Went with a group of folks to celebrate a passing of a friend who frequented Micheal's. We had a great time. It was caberet night & what a blast! The hostess was sassy, foul mouthed (where's the tip jar!) & a lot of fun! The venue is small & cozy. Bring ones for tipping your Queens! After the show, it was piano time. Billy Joel & Elton John songs were sung by the crowd sitting around the piano. Reminder, it is a dive bar so stick to your basics.

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Dana T.

Dana T.

14 Apr 2019

Went with a group of folks to celebrate a passing of a friend who frequented Micheal's. We had a great time. It was caberet night & what a blast! The...

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James L.

8 Jul 2025

Was asked to leave the bar because I let my Grand Marnier on fire in a snifter and was told I put the whole bar in danger

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Jason S.

Jason S.

1 Aug 2023

We had a long weekend. We Needed to get away. We went to Micheal's Outpost to have a great night. Well, the service that we normally expected was gone!...

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Listing details

Last updated
11 January 2024
Listed in
Houston › USA
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