Went here for the first time and had a blast! They were having a big charity fund raising event(so cool they give back to the community), the musics was on point, and it was just amazing. Everyone was welcoming, and the bartender Donald was especially amazing and made me feel so at home. 6 out of 5 stars for this bar and for the bartender Donald. I will for sure come back the next time I’m in town.

Great location for a drink and just to hang out during the week. It does get busy on weekends. Its well laid out, with a nice big patio for relaxing. Great music and friendly staff make this one of the best bars in Montrose.

Ripcord is THE Leather bar for Houston, period. I spent years there, getting to know Brad & his employees. When I was girl of Montrose, this is where I held my fundraisers & it was my home away from home. Theres a big sense of Family there & I cant wait to go back while Im in town on 2/15!~Kittykim

I liked the bar, but the hot dog stand outside cheated me for 20 bucks on a 5 dollar hot dog. I always leave at LEAST 25% tip but I didnt even get my food. My only complaint was the guys outside with the hot dog stand. All I can say is be careful and watch anything you say cause they will take FULL advantage of whatever they CAN.

Its a cool place, nice atmosphere. Just be careful and keep your receipts. I got 2 drinks and it came up to $13 including tip. The next day my bank account showed 2 separate charges the one for $13 and another one for $50 from Ripcord. I guess the bar tender wanted a bigger tip or something.

Thank you Matt for the great service and conversation! Well be back soon!

One of the best bars in that area. Definitely the most unpretentious, low key and down to earth vibe than the others. My go to spot.

I love Ripcord! Welcoming environment, geared towards guys with gear (leather) and bears, but obvious that anyone is welcome. Their bartenders are hard workers and really kind!

Amazing place. I hope this bar never closes -- its full of character and history. Support this bar with your money and patronage!

I will never go to Ripcord again, I am mortified that the manager would allow this female door gereeter to treat us as if we are strangers to the bar- I’m am forever tainted by the treatment received- I world expect the bartender Piero to stand up and treat me as the loyal customer that we are- I will never go to this place of business again- the way the employees treated us was Horrific - I am appalled by your service- to have an employee walk us out is appalling. I will never attend any events at your establishment. I we have spent a lot time, money and tipped well, this treatment is horrific- there are other bars in the neighborhood that treat the customers with respect and are much cleaner. After all these years I’m am truly disappointed.

Nice place to drink

James is the the best bartender. He always remember my drink and is incredibly friendly and personable. I love him and the Ripcord.

Impossible not to have a good time here

Very fun place.

Its still considered home bar to me after all these years. Quite a few changes throughout the years and still so much fun. Drinks are reasonably priced and strong. Staff is very nice and a great new leather shop opened inside the bar.

Best bar in Houston! The guys are hot and the drinks are cold; a perfect combination. The Ripcord is our go to bar when visiting Houston. If you dont stop in for a drink and a fix of sweet eye candy, why are you in Houston? One final word....WOOF.

Ripcord is a great bar. Nice, chill atmosphere. The bartenders are great, if you get a chance, check out Christopher Barry, hes the best. Theyre always having events from guest djs, rewind to the 70s-00s, to leather, and they even host geeks who drink on Wednesdays at 830 pm.They also host an art gallery which you can purchase.Over the years this bar has vastly improved with awesome friendly staff and the upkeep.Definitely worth checking out if youre into the leather scene and need a place to catch a few drinks.

The Ripcord has always been a favorite of ours to meet friends, meet new friends, socialize and to attend events. Thanks for all the hard work yall put into everything you do and we will continue to attend. No place like the Rip.

It could be better. But its ok if you have in mind a beer in a gay place. Nice on spring and Autum.

This bar has the friendliest staff in Montrose! They have Back Pew beer on tap, one of my favorite local beers. I don’t come down to Montrose often, but always make a point to stop here for great prices on drinks.

I love this place!

Fantastic staff and great atmosphere.

Just moved to Houston and was curious about the underwear night and strip pool. Do they still have these? I went last Wednesday for the trivia game, but didnt see anything about the underwear gathering

Great Drinks and Great Men and Great Bar. They love it when I show them on the patio how I used to swing a bat and play catcher when I played baseball. You will love this place and wear a leather vest when you come here.

First time here and its a nice laid back enviroment where i can be myself. I like it here definitely.

Nice place! We have stopped in here on visits to Houston a number of times. Its always been friendly and welcoming.

Not very crowded on a Saturday night, but it was fun to be back after 20 years.

Quick stop for a beer. It was cold, bar tender was nice, place was clean thats all I ask. Great easy location.

Always have a great time here! Ive been coming here since the 90s and it just keeps getting better, bartenders are awesome and friendly and very accommodating

Ive been coming to the rip since I was 21 (29 now). Cheap drinks and they actually have a bar staff that you can chit chat with and get to know. Laid back atmosphere with just a little bit of raunchy.Great patio and a lot of activities during LUEY. Check them out on Mondays, free pool!

This place has always been a great bar with great atmosphere and patrons as well great staff.

This used to be a gay bear /leather bar. But to be a gay bar, usual the majority of your clientele must be gay. Thats not case any more.Also there are just as many effeminate twinks as there are bears.It all changed about 2.5/3 years ago. Now its a waste of my time.

Ripcord is THE leather bar in Houston. The bartenders are smoking hot and the drinks are strong. The crowd is the best in Houston.

My very 1st time in Houston and stepped into the ripcord, I kinda figured it was a leather bar, but didnt bother me at all, the dj played 80S and 90s music it wasnt that loud for this older guy, Ive been to clubs with louder music than this, the bartenders were semi friendly, I guess cuz I was a visitor fr SA the beer was cool not cold like they should be but all in all, it was a good experience. I would visit this bar again.

The place is great, and the staff are friendly with the exception of a bitchy queen named Eddie. Hes utterly biased, and selective about how he treats customers. I go at times to avoid interacting with him.

Fun and interesting crowd always makes for a great time.

I like this place because the staff is very friendly and makes you feel welcome.

One of my all time favorites. Incredible bartenders. Houston institution.

Great time here on my 21st birthday. Guys here really friendly, and so are the men wiring the bar.

I was actually on a layover at a hotel north of the city and heard great things, I was going to Uber there and back so I could check it out but when I called to see if they were open in the early afternoon before I came down, the bartender answered the phone pretty obnoxiously and when I asked if they were open he mumbled something and hung up.If youre not even friendly if Im asking whether or not I can come spend my money there, why would I want to go?Not cool.Update: turns out the bartender was pretty bitter and not there anymore. I gave the bar a chance several months later and was impressed. All of the bartenders are kind except for one who was pretty inconsiderate but the people who patronized the bar made it a great experience. Id definitely go back after giving it a second chance.

So Ive been coming to this bar for years. RIPCORD has made some great improvements over the last few months, including drink specials, staff and decor. Its a a far cry from the RIPCORD of the past, but still a great place to meet old friends, new friends and the occasional play thing. You can always find what you are looking for. Great cruising bar...Yummm!Has a great patio, events like 80s night on Fridays and strip pool on Mondays. The bartenders Rock and are sometimes Rock Hard!

Been coming to Ripcord since 1998. Great service, fun atmosphere, hot men. Oink.

Great crowd, strong drinks and sexy bartenders. Leather-ish scene where you could wear some gear and fit in. Way bigger on the inside than you think itll be.

Its awesome here. Very played back and fun.

Good.

A NC-17 version of the Eagle.

Cool setting came on a holiday it was a laid back crowd and the dj played all urban the music. So if u like hip hop i would slide through to check out the crowd bc im not sure of the weekly events.

Good music, not for older folks with sensitive ears!

Friendly bartender. Nice patrons

Cool vibe, great staff and you can earn points how cool is that for more drinking

Fun place!

Its home for me and many of us in the community. There is a lot of history that has happened within and out side this bar.

Good prices. Good bartenders. Good times.

This a great place in good location ,one of favorite place on Houston

The staff is always friendly and courteous the patrons are friendly and hoy

A Gay Establishment in Montrose; Houston, Texas

When in Rome!

Friendly and more space

Not my type of place but the store inside is awesome. . . Kinda was scared the first time I ever went in

Love

It is a hot bar my first bar when I came to Houston in 1985

Wear closed-toe shoes. :)

Best leather bar in Houston

A living relic.

Fun

Nice place! Woof!

Like the crowd

The crowd at Ripcord are ridonk friendly.

Ripcord is THE leather bar in Houston - accept no imitations!

My favorite bar...quite most afternoons and my favorite bartenders in Houston