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The Dirt Bar
1209 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77002, United States
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The Dirt Bar

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Ca
Review №1

Everyone at our table was very satisfied. There was quick, helpful, and friendly service. The place has a good atmosphere.

Dr
Review №2

Great bar to enjoy after work oder after conference. Very poo pleasant and polite bartenders. See you soon

sy
Review №3

Service is always prompt even when they have a full house. Really nothing but enjoyable experiences here, Ill be back. The place has a cool atmosphere.

Do
Review №4

Nothing to complain about. The service here is great. This place has a great design.

so
Review №5

Ask for Veronica.. There is 2 and they are both great!!!!

jo
Review №6

Ill return family next time. This place has an awesome feel to it.

Th
Review №7

Music was quite good, but what can you expect from a dive bar in that part of downtown? It is a place where lawyers and bankers go after work to show how hip they still are. Dive as a Hilton hotel

De
Review №8

Had an amazing time here hanging out with a band we had seen at The House of Blues earlier in the evening. The bartenders were awesome, in their demeanor and their abilities. Its nice to come to a new bar in another town and made to feel welcome even though were not regulars. Great music on the jukebox, the purposely grungy atmosphere (well, you are at The Dirt!) and great drinks being poured. This night was probably one of the highlights of our vacation because of The Dirt.

B
Review №9

Great local bar with local beers. I wish they had more live bands. But, the atmosphere is chill and the bartenders are great with service. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone traveling through or staying in Houston.

Li
Review №10

I wish they had more variety when it comes to beer but so far Ive enjoyed my visits here, my to gos when I am downtown.

Ev
Review №11

The wife and I stopped in here for a few drinks before a show at House of Blues. Their description is perfect: gothic design, a hard rock playlist. We were here on a slow quiet sunday evening and it was just the way two anti-social rockers like it.

Ka
Review №12

One of my favorite grunge bars in the city, prime location right by house of blues. There isnt too much of a wait to get drinks here, fair pricing. The decor is quaint and heavy metal is usually played here as the ambiance music

Br
Review №13

Perfect place to wind down. Nice and dark. Like my soul.

Lo
Review №14

As a metal chick I love this bar! Good service, good music, good drinks, and the bartenders are nice. We come here after concerts at House of Blues and anytime we are in the area downtown.

Kr
Review №15

Awesome hole in the wall bar in downtown Houston. Excellent atmosphere and vibe. We dont live in Houston, but will definitely visit when we come back!

Mi
Review №16

Loud rock music, dark atmosphere. Good place to meet people, friends, or just be.

Su
Review №17

Great little bar with outstanding food. On the trendy side but approachable and relaxed atmosphere. Staff is very friendly and engaging.

JD
Review №18

Best rock N roll bar in Houston. Located in the heart of downtown.

me
Review №19

Good low-key bar in downtown right across from house of blues. Great bartender and easy spot to go to if you want a chill spot to chat with who youre out drinking with. Dont expect frills at this place, and thats just how a good place should be.

Du
Review №20

If youre into dark dive bars with heavy metal and rock still being played all night on the jukebox, there really isnt anywhere else you should be looking for. This is such a unique spot for downtown and its directly across from the House of Blues, so its easy to pop in for a pre and post drink from any concert. Its an easy walk from Rockets games or anything else going on at Toyota Center as well. The staff is amazingly friendly and great at getting drinks out even in the busiest times. Its also only a few blocks walk from the Metro Rail. They always have great beer on tap and a great selection of strong drinks. I recommend having dinner at El Big Bad and then taking the Metro Rail down to Dirt Bar!

Al
Review №21

Love the environment! Nate is great bartender!! Oh and love the full mirror in the bathroom lol

St
Review №22

Always a great place to stop at before a show. Great staff. Great selection of local beer and full bar

Me
Review №23

Tuesday night after Sebastian Bach show, and same night of Game 1 of World Series...Bar wasnt packed full, but had a nice vibe going! Cold beer, loud heavy metal blasting, and great people watching opportunities. Who could ask for more?!?

Er
Review №24

OK little bar in downtown Houston, very dark when we were in, Bartender was nice and all but, When we noticed she took out $8 of our money for one beer, thats when we decided to leave.

We
Review №25

The pre game spot before a show. Cold beer and good service.

Ke
Review №26

This place has a great atmosphere. The drinks are not what you may expect from a place that looks like they do. You might expect the drinks to be made too fast to be good, but the staff has been there for a long time so they have a lot of experience. Take the chance and ask for a mixed drink. You may be surprised.

Ja
Review №27

Visited about four, it was not full. Staff treated us so kindly. The bill was appropriate. Ambience is similar to Fresnos scene.

Ma
Review №28

Was not to impressed. Waitress was way to snobby. We are from St. Louis and we stopped in because it was in walking distance from our hotel. we stayed for 2 drinks and couldnt take it anymore. Bartender was staring and talking to someone at the end if the bar looking at us the whole time. So my fiance was like lets just go.So our party just left. I dont know if it was because we were a mixed (black & white) group, in a biker bar or what. But none the less they lost some money that night. We left found another place. Would not recommend this place at all.

Fr
Review №29

Good spot to chill at before the games at the Toyota Center

Ju
Review №30

Pretty cool place, we checked out after the cher concert! Prices were on point

Da
Review №31

Love dirt bar.. perfect place to pregame Rockets or Celebrate Rockets win.

Ti
Review №32

If you want a no frills good time come here. Fantastic drink options with a fantastic low key ambiance.

Je
Review №33

Great lil bar where I can afford to drink and have a great time

Ju
Review №34

My friends and I were visiting Houston for my bachelor party. We came across dirt bar and because it had great ratings decided to check it out. It had to be our favorite part of the trip by far. We will definitely be back for more dirt bar in the future!

Au
Review №35

I had the time of my life in there. Its got some neat, but not over the top goth decor and then a simple layout. Theres a big bar in the middle and places to sit around there.Its a Rock n Roll bar with heavy metal/goth roots. Dont expect much foo fighters or Pink Floyd...Do expect Ozzy and Slipknot.

Nu
Review №36

Awesome rock music, fast bar service, good atmosphere.

Ka
Review №37

Best rock and roll dive bar in Houston! Fun place to go before or after a show at House of Blues, and youll often run into members of the band you just saw play! The bartenders are always eager to join you in a shot of Jack Daniels.

Ay
Review №38

Awesome place to chill and chat while listening to awesome music. Staff is super friendly!!!

Fr
Review №39

Dead as a morgue, nice staff but unless you are you need a place to think about your death go somewhere else.

lu
Review №40

Ive ALWAYS loved this bar, I need to get there more often! The only TRUE rock bar left in Houston!

De
Review №41

I work here, so I think its a pretty rad place

Ph
Review №42

Veronica is the best bartender and has the cutest dimple. Perfect pregame for the house of bluez!

Lo
Review №43

There was quick, helpful, and friendly service. It has a good feel to it. I can see why they have so many reviews.

AN
Review №44

Man, if you go here for New years or any other special night dont bother. They cut the booze and they will take your cups. Their open bar is only one novice bartender. Honestly go when there is no rush like every other review on here.

Je
Review №45

Best bar! Was there Super Bowl weekend and the bartender, staff, and management make it feel like home. Thanks for having us there. Highly recommended if like a place where you can have a great night! Rise up! Well be back!

Ra
Review №46

Great neighborhood / dive bar.

Al
Review №47

Great cheap beer selection and intense playlist

Co
Review №48

Nathan is an OUTSTANDING bartender! Great specials! Great service!

Ch
Review №49

Great bartenders and a reasonably priced bar in a good spot!

G
Review №50

Excellent customer service hands down

Ro
Review №51

B-Love . The best .Give her a raise

Su
Review №52

Sweet bar across from House of Blues. Beautiful Tattooed bartenders. And neat interior. Good drinks made. And their drink menu names are hilarious! I will be back next trip to downtown Houston

Vi
Review №53

Solid happy hour also, very close to Toyota Center.

Ca
Review №54

Cheap drinks in a good location but its definitely nothing special or unique.

Ja
Review №55

Greastest 100 dollar hamburger ever!! (Oh the actual price is very fair) Just fly in and walk in, no courtesy car needed!

Ke
Review №56

Amazing bar! Best selection and price in town, much better than the place next door ;)

St
Review №57

Had a great time! My man Nathan is an amazing bartender and we a had a lot of fun!

ma
Review №58

Great place to wait for traffic in the parking garage tunes down after a concert. And while you are at it have a drink

De
Review №59

Cool music and good service!

Al
Review №60

Been here a couple of times. No frills bar downtown that plays metal music. Drink prices are what you would expect for a downtown bar. Great place to chill out at the bar or the booths that they have there.

Do
Review №61

Its a kool hole in the wall low key bar.With a area to step out to smoke..

SA
Review №62

The security guy is amazing!

Ma
Review №63

Great rock music blaring. Drinks werent stupid expensive. Not bad for a Monday night

Am
Review №64

The cocktails and shots are basically juices! No alcohol or if any, very low percentages

St
Review №65

Nice place to have a drink or two, Friendlys people friendly staff knowledgeable as well.

La
Review №66

Service is always timely even when they have a full house. Food is like a place in Baltimore I liked.

Kr
Review №67

I went here while on a business trip and my boss literally asked me, why would you willingly decide to go to a place called Dirt Bar... more than once? Turns out it was easily one of the highlights of the trip. 5/5. Would recommend, would go again.

Th
Review №68

Love the environment and good prices plus the separated smoking section

Jo
Review №69

Very cool place. Good prices. Both bartenders were very attentive. I went here to pre-game before a show. Id recommend it.

Ab
Review №70

Service is good. Good place if metal is your music.

Ch
Review №71

Small friendly bar, standard bar prices, great staff

ch
Review №72

Good drinks and staff. Could use more seating and air conditioning.

Ka
Review №73

I am sad to say that I was really disappointed in this place (and I’m easy to please). I stopped in on a work trip (alone) because I read the reviews and wanted to experience something cool on my one night in town but I felt like a nuisance to the bartender. There was no interaction. No thank you/have a good night when I was leaving. I couldn’t drink my drink fast enough to get out of there. Another guy came in and sat next to me and the bartender was infinitely more friendly to him (maybe he knew him, I don’t know). Drink was cheap, so that was decent, but I’ll always pay more for a good experience which, unfortunately I did not have here. Not worth the walk in the rain... bummer.

Mi
Review №74

Great bar, friendly bartenders & I love the metal atmosphere.

An
Review №75

Dark environment, open area. Smoke lounge is included, so can drink and smoke. Friendly staff and a decent selection. Was able to order food and eat it at a booth . Staff are well read up on and know how to make their drinks.

Be
Review №76

Definitely has a rough, grungy vibe, in stark contrast to the friendly, cheerful bartenders. Despite looking like an underground music venue (intentional) the bar and bathrooms were clean and in good repair. Dont judge a book... Only complaint is that the juke box was busted, and the music was slightly on the popular side of hard. Some classic thrash or death metal would have made it perfect. Also, everyone was cheering for the home team (Astros that night), which always is awesome.

ja
Review №77

Dark and gritty feel.

Er
Review №78

Cool metal goth vibe, dig this place

Br
Review №79

Just wasnt my type of music but nice people

Br
Review №80

We were in town for National Athletic Trainer Convention. This was near the hotel within a short walk. Found a gem of a place here. Veronica and her teammates did a super awesome job! I never had to wait to place my order. My final tab was accurate. The prices were not outrageous. I always was served with a pleasant smile. Needless to say if I am in the are again I am definitely making a stop in The Dirt Bar. Drinks were super cold and Service was awesome. The staff should be commended! Cheers til next time.Respectfully,BryanOKC

Mi
Review №81

The description of this being a speak-easy is inaccurate except that theres not a big sign out front,but that shouldnt stop you from swinging by for a drink.You might even impress your companion when you walk in and head up the stairs without hesitation as if of course you know all the hidden gems around town.Its fairly loud and they were playing rock music again, not a speakeasy but you can still have a one-on-one conversation.I think its hiding place on Mason Street keeps it as a mostly local haunt despite being smack in the tourist-vile that is Caroline St.PS They have oysters, which I was told were on point - no condiments needed.

Ja
Review №82

I didnt ask the origin of the name. The atmosphere however is not dirty at all. No problem to pay the drinks with cards. If you want to escape the rush of the bar you can take your drink to the open space.

Er
Review №83

Great spot for a drink before a show at Toyota Center or House of Blues. Great staff and lots of great booze. A real rock bar with great music.

To
Review №84

Dirty and nasty... just the way we LOVE IT!

Ma
Review №85

This place is always awesome everytime and laid back with some good beer prices.

Je
Review №86

A good place for a cold beer without questions!!

Ma
Review №87

One of my favorite bars in Houston

sa
Review №88

Of you like to smell piss while drinking go for it. If not go home and pop a top on your comode. True, not lies. Sad.

Ro
Review №89

Pretty cool little Bar. Rock n roll played all nigh on the jukebox box. beer was cold. Service was good.

Jo
Review №90

Cool bar in an old building left largely in its original style.

Sa
Review №91

Decent drink selection. Ambience is okay, not the best. Service is great!

Jo
Review №92

I love this bar, Ive been going for years. Sure its a little dark but thats the fun of it all

Ja
Review №93

Drinks are good and strong!

Ch
Review №94

Ive been here several times. Its kinda the last place ya go when youre in walking distance from your apartment and ya cant drive. Nothing special, not accommodating.

Av
Review №95

This place is like heaven I swear!

M
Review №96

Dive bar at its best. Great barkeepers, nice people all around, good music.

Kr
Review №97

If you want a super cool, chill place to hang with the most awesome bartenders...visit Dirt Bar on your downtown weekend visit!!!

Ce
Review №98

Good prices and service

Ma
Review №99

My buddy took me here for a few beers after work one night and he had to drag me out of there. The food was good, music was great. This place is a great hangout!

Jo
Review №100

Had no clue what I was in for, walked down beacause my hotel was near by. Was a little concerned because nobody was there. I saw candles lit and mysterious curtains hanging along the walls. Ended up loving this place. Was there in 2011 and havent been back but Im looking forward to the next trip. Awesome bartenders, great staff. Great music.

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  • Address:1209 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77002, United States
  • Phone:+1 713-651-3988
Categories
  • Night club
  • Bar
Working hours
  • Monday:6pm–2am
  • Tuesday:6pm–2am
  • Wednesday:6pm–2am
  • Thursday:6pm–2am
  • Friday:6pm–2am
  • Saturday:6pm–2am
  • Sunday:6pm–2am
Service options
  • Takeaway:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great beer selection:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Happy-hour drinks:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
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