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Leon's Lounge

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En Leon's Lounge, te invitamos a descubrir un rincón acogedor en Houston donde la buena música, los cócteles artesanales y un ambiente relajado se unen. Escápate del bullicio en nuestro patio escondido y disfruta de una experiencia única con el sonido cálido del vinilo. Un espaci...

Leon's Lounge

Bar · Houston

4.4 · 455 reviews Google
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About Leon's Lounge

En Leon's Lounge, te invitamos a descubrir un rincón acogedor en Houston donde la buena música, los cócteles artesanales y un ambiente relajado se unen. Escápate del bullicio en nuestro patio escondido y disfruta de una experiencia única con el sonido cálido del vinilo. Un espacio pensado para compa...

En Leon's Lounge, te invitamos a descubrir un rincón acogedor en Houston donde la buena música, los cócteles artesanales y un ambiente relajado se unen. Escápate del bullicio en nuestro patio escondido y disfruta de una experiencia única con el sonido cálido del vinilo. Un espacio pensado para compartir momentos especiales y saborear la vida con cada sorbo.

What Customers Say About Leon's Lounge

Leon's Lounge is a historic Houston dive bar known for its eclectic vibe, live music (jazz, blues, rock, karaoke), and strong drinks. Jerry, a highly-regarded bartender, is frequently praised for his exceptional cocktails. Some reviewers mention parking issues and inconsistent service.

Popular Dishes

Scarlett (owner) drink Santa’s cookies Sidecar Whiskey Sour

Best For

Couples Groups Late Night Locals Casual

Tip: Visit when Jerry is tending bar for exceptional cocktails, or go on Wednesday for open mic night to see local artists.

Features

🌳 Outdoor Accessible
🎯 Casual 🛋️ Cozy Trendy 👥 Groups

What to see nearby

City Park
A 209m

City Park

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Lewis Apartment Building
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A 480m

Lewis Apartment Building

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First Evangelical Church
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A 547m

First Evangelical Church

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Trinity Episcopal Church
Heritage
A 694m

Trinity Episcopal Church

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Trinity Episcopal Church
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A 713m

Trinity Episcopal Church

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Trinity Episcopal Church
A 736m

Trinity Episcopal Church

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Explore the area around Leon's Lounge

Leon's Lounge is located in Houston, surrounded by cultural and historical points of interest. Here are some of the most notable places nearby.

Historical Heritage

  • Lewis Apartment Building (A 480m) — building in Houston, Harris County, Texas Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
  • First Evangelical Church (A 547m) — historic place in Houston, Harris County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
  • Trinity Episcopal Church (A 694m) — church building in Houston, United States of America Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
  • Trinity Episcopal Church (A 713m) — historic place in Houston, Harris County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
  • John and Bessie Parker House (A 808m) — historic place in Houston, Harris County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas
  • Maria Boswell Flake Home for Old Women (A 809m) — building in Houston, Harris County, Texas Lugar inscrito en el Registro Nacional de Lugares Históricos
  • Temple Beth Israel (A 853m) — historic place in Houston, Harris County, Texas Monumento histórico grabado de Texas

Religious Buildings

  • Trinity Episcopal Church (A 736m) — church building at 1015 Holman Street, Houston, Texas

Parks & Gardens

  • Baldwin Park (A 757m) — park in Houston, Texas, United States of America

Other Points of Interest

  • City Park (A 209m) — Baseball park in Houston, Texas

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Frequently asked questions about Leon's Lounge

Leon's Lounge is located at 1006 McGowen St, Houston, TX 77002, Houston.
Near Leon's Lounge you can find points of interest such as City Park, Lewis Apartment Building, First Evangelical Church, Trinity Episcopal Church.
Leon's Lounge offers bar cuisine.
Leon's Lounge has regular opening hours. Check their profile for updated schedules.
Leon's Lounge offers the following services: takeaway.
The most recommended dishes at Leon's Lounge based on customer reviews are: Scarlett (owner) drink, Santa’s cookies, Sidecar, Whiskey Sour.
Leon's Lounge is ideal for couples, groups, late night, locals, casual dining.
Leon's Lounge is a historic Houston dive bar known for its eclectic vibe, live music (jazz, blues, rock, karaoke), and strong drinks. Jerry, a highly-regarded bartender, is frequently praised for his exceptional cocktails. Some reviewers mention parking issues and inconsistent service.
Visit when Jerry is tending bar for exceptional cocktails, or go on Wednesday for open mic night to see local artists.
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Kasey K

Jerry is magnificent! He makes the legendary red on green cocktail that is unmatched! Thank you, Jerry for making our night!

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Aaron

The bartender mixed my Jameson and Gingerale perfectly. I pass this place everyday, this is the perfect afterwork cocktail spot

John Trujillo
John Trujillo

Jerry is tending bar and if you don't know him, he is a well-known and highly-regarded bartender at Leon's Lounge, which is known as Houston's oldest bar. Jerry is known for his skill in crafting exceptional cocktails, such as the Sidecar and Whiskey Sour. He will make you feel at home; especially when he graces you with his Signature Drink: "A Jerry," which is a delicious coconut and pineapple juice cocktail with rum. Leon's Lounge, a well-known and historic establishment in Houston, Texas. It is often referred to as Houston's oldest continually operating bar, with roots dating back to the late 1940s or early 1950s. Here is a description of the bar: Atmosphere and Decor: Leon's Lounge is known for its cozy, dimly lit, and nostalgic atmosphere. The interior features vintage decor, including a tile-top bar, dark wood paneling, and ornate chandeliers, creating an elegant and charming ambiance. Go over to Leon's lounge in the heart of midtown on MC Gowen near Travis and enjoy the live music 🎵🎶🎵 on Saturday nights.

Skylar Sitterle
Skylar Sitterle

jerry was an amazing bartender! the service was amazing and very quick! i would highly recommend. the vibes are amazing!

Tim E
Tim E

Stopped by Leon’s lounge and tried the new Xmas menu. Tried the “Santa’s cookies” and it was like a minty White Russian. Definitely would recommend for a solo or group mission. Great atmosphere and decor. Nice staff and service!

Devin Brown
Devin Brown

Great place for live music and strong drinks!

Veronica Molina-Toriz
Veronica Molina-Toriz

We went in early October because this used to be one of my favorite hangouts. I was pleasantly surprised by Jerry’s knowledge of drinks and his demeanor. If you’re looking for a good classic cocktail, his ingenuity can makes the flavors jump out. We had a great time because of him. I recommend going to see him and this historic bar. You will not be disappointed.

Odyssey olmos
Odyssey olmos

Great drinks and atmosphere! the bartender knew how to make amazing drinks and it was the perfect spot to hit for a good bar and band. the bartenders drinks were beautiful and on point while the band played music with a good vibe. definitely will come back!

Stefanie B
Stefanie B

Jerry was great with the cocktails based on my liquor preference. He made me some delicious drinks such the Sidecar, and a Whiskey Sour. This place is a cute, cozy older gem that is great for date night. I plan to come back on one of their Wednesday open mics to check out local artist talent. Thanks for the great drinks and hospitality, Jerry!

Sam Olivares
Sam Olivares

I used to come to this bar about 20 years ago when they had pool tables. We would walk next door from WCG law firm, and it was very convenient to have a few drinks while traffic cleared up. The bar looks nice and still great to visit. We had a Scarlett (owner) drink 🍸, which is a lemon 🍋 drop martini. The bartender was great and friendly.

Jenny Lee
Jenny Lee

We had an AWESOME time here! Atmosphere was great, the people and bartenders were so friendly and attentive, and the entertainment was phenomenal! Scotty B. is an amazing singer and keeps things lively by mixing it up! He was very versatile with his music selections and sounded great! Cool dude!

Elvis Escalona
Elvis Escalona

Smooth atmosphere and super cool jazz music Definitely will do again Happy birthday to my beloved girlfriend ❤️

Hayuhel Stringfellow
Hayuhel Stringfellow

Leon’s lounge has an eclectic vibe. You can get a mix of jazz bands, karaoke, and rock. You can definitely find your place at Leon’s lounge. Come visit one of the oldest bars in Houston, and catch a vibe!

Luda_ Ventures
Luda_ Ventures

So this is a phenomenal dive bar. It’s dim lighting, bartenders, music and vibe is definitely one of a kind, that makes a proper drink taste that much better. Cheers ladies and Gents.

Marc Perkins
Marc Perkins

Cool “neighborhood” bar in Midtown. I recall passing by it many times when I lived and worked Downtown and always thought that it looked charming with its vintage and casual exterior decor. The inside was cozy and I suppose one would even call it elegant for a bar that unlike other venues in the area doesn’t try to be something that it’s not. The bartender, Jerry, was personable, prepared me an awesome Old Fashioned, and was a natural when it came to introducing me to a few who I assume were his “regulars.” It was nice to just kick back and try something/somewhere different. I hear that the live entertainment and acoustics here are worth coming back to hear, so I asked Jerry to fill me in on what the expect and told him to look for me again soon. Reasonably priced, friendly clientele, and a cool bartender (Jerry) who was kind enough to also fill me in on the interesting history of the bar. Give Leon’s Lounge a try if in the Midtown area.

Jennifer Marie (Shiny Little Trinkets)
Jennifer Marie (Shiny Little Trinkets)

We went to see a live band and the venue is gorgeous! It’s old and has so much character, from the Tiffany glass and chandeliers to the old bar. Where the venue/bar fell short was the liquor selection. They had a handful of options to choose from and they weren’t even basics… like they had Bacardi but not basic just a mojito mix (?) they had a beer and yes…. A can of beer meaning one, uno and that’s it. The bartender was incredibly sweet and tried his best to make it work for us, he even went and bought mixers to make our drinks. Overall the venue is great and staff are great they just need to step up their liquor selection.

Clay Patrick (ClayDay)
Clay Patrick (ClayDay)

This dive bar has such an interesting vibe! It’s exactly what you would expect, an old school hole-in-the-wall. My group went to listen to a blues band (The Lightin Brothers) and we were NOT disappointed! (It was however extremely load) The bar tender was nice and it had a surf documentary playing on the bars TV. I got 2 Rum and Cokes and it only cost $11.

Bob Baemel
Bob Baemel

Never got inside... Coming from a small town in Ohio here on business + the parking is non-existent. I drove around the block several times and finally got tired and went to The Den

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Rami Alwan

Watch out for this place. I ordered one mocktail and the price ended up being $11.99 after terrible service. After leaving no tip, they charged my card $17.99. These people are thieves.

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Colby Crook

I came in for a drink for the first time. Ordered one double gin and sprite. I said I would pay as I go since I didnt know how much I wanted to drink. That ONE double gin was $28.15!! ONE DRINK ALMOST 30 DOLLARS. ABSOLUTE ROBBERY FOR A SINGLE DRINK. After tip paying over 30 dollars for a drink that isnt even a specialty or craft cocktail is insane. Also the drink was a double but was put into a short glass instead of tall. Which forced 2 shots in a small glass with a splash of sprite. Its like drinking straight gin with a hint of sprite which isnt enjoyable. Music was so loud at this 12 seat bar you could hardly talk to the person next you. The bartender was absent the entire time so I couldnt even ask for drink specials or what wasnt over 20 dollars a drink. I left after waiting 15 minutrs to speak to the dude again about getting a cheaper drink. So if you want loud music and overpriced drinks this is the place for you.

S M
S M

HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE, HORRIBLE!!! Do NOT service this trashy, dirty place ever!! Not only is parking horrible but they charge guests $5 for a cup of tap water!!! Horrible service and there’s so many liability issues when it comes to the structure of this place, such as water leaking from the ceiling, dripping on the floor, putting patrons at risk! BEWARE!!! DO NOT GO HERE!!

Sara B
Sara B

I am hoping that the person at the front with bangs and the face piercing gets help, I have never met such a mean person in my life, she must truly be suffering to treat others like that. Drinks were not good, hire another bartender so the only one isn’t so overwhelmed. EDIT TO RESPOND TO OWNER: I did not say the gender of the bartender, only the person at the door. Your establishment is poorly run

Tiara Nero
Tiara Nero

Husband and I stopped by before a concert. Beautiful lounge, but as we sat down there was a grate and wet rag sitting on the bar. The bartender could not make us any drinks. First, I asked for a French 75, she could not make that. Then asked for a lemon drop, she had to Google it and it tasted like straight lemon. The husband ordered an old fashioned. She said “we don’t have those”. He said fine, but the ingredients were right behind her. He ordered a glass of whiskey that she attempted to pour in a plastic cup. As we wanted to pay, the bartender took a personal phone call (which was fine) but was gone for 10mins. While she was away two roaches crawled across the bar! We paid and immediately left.

Lynn C
Lynn C

Revised review: we had a great time here, the music was amazing, and the staff were great. But the lady at the door (who was very nice, by the way) forgot to tell us that there was a difference in price in the cover charge if you pay cash or credit card. When I tried to let the company know, I got an incredibly nasty, petty, immature reply. I tried to let them know what was wrong. The person refused to give me their name even though I asked who I was messaging with. Incredibly unprofessional. I will not be going back. It's such a shame. A simple apology and show of appreciation for my business would have kept me a happy customer. It's a test case in self-sabotage.

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Good Rating
4.4/5 stars
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Many Reviews
455 reviews
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Moderate Price
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Cuisine type

Services

🥡 Takeout

Dining Options

🥡 Takeout

Restaurant Info

Status
Verified by owner
🕐 Hours Today
4PM-2AM
Rating
4.4/5
💬 Reviews
455
💰 Price Level
$$
⏱️ Typical Visit
People typically spend 25 min to 3 hr here
📞 Phone
+1 713-650-1006
🌐 Website
leonslounge.com
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Amenities

🌿 Outdoor Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
🚻 Restroom
💳 Credit Cards
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The Neighborhood

City Park

Baseball park in Houston, Texas

A 209m
Lewis Apartment Building Heritage

building in Houston, Harris County, Texas

A 480m
First Evangelical Church Heritage

historic place in Houston, Harris County, Texas

A 547m
Trinity Episcopal Church Heritage

church building in Houston, United States of America

A 694m
Trinity Episcopal Church Heritage

historic place in Houston, Harris County, Texas

A 713m
Trinity Episcopal Church

church building at 1015 Holman Street, Houston, Texas

A 736m
Baldwin Park

park in Houston, Texas, United States of America

A 757m
John and Bessie Parker House Heritage

historic place in Houston, Harris County, Texas

A 808m
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