JR's Bar & Grill

American · European · Houston, TX

3.4 (151 · Yelp ) ·$$ ·American · European ·

About

In Montrose, JR's Bar & Grill draws a mixed crowd of locals and visitors with its no-cover policy and spacious patio. The New Orleans-style outdoor area has misters for summer comfort, and inside you'll find multiple rooms each playing different music from country to dance. Go-go dancers and drag shows add to the energy, and the pool table gives you something to do between sets.

Happy hour brings in the after-work crowd, and the vibe stays casual through the night. It's 21 and up, with no cover ever. If you're looking for more options nearby, Pearl Bar is another local favorite just a short walk away.

JR's is in Montrose, Houston's main LGBTQ+ neighborhood, surrounded by other gay bars and nightlife spots.

Features

  • No cover charge ever
  • Multiple rooms with different music genres
  • Go-go dancers and drag shows on certain nights
  • Large New Orleans-style patio with misters
  • Pool table available

Cuisine

AmericanEuropeanFusionItalianTapas Small PlatesSandwich

Good for

Drag ShowsGo-Go Boys/StrippersOutdoor SeatingPool TableAfter HoursBar FoodCasualGood For Groups20 Somethings30 Somethings40 SomethingsLocalsVideo BarKaraokeCocktail LoungeGarden

Practical

Mixed LGBTQ
3.4

What people say

Rated from 151 reviews. 436 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp

From the community

“is this bar still open?”

The website states that masks are required to enter, but all comments here are more than a year old.

A visitor · 8 months ago

“T for me tonight! Weee! I'm in Love!!”

I met a beautiful trans woman and we connected. She knew how to satisfy me and we watched an adult film at her place all night, holding hands and more. Come by, guys, you won't regret it!!!

A guest · Over a year ago

This bar feels like a real neighborhood spot. The crowd is very friendly and diverse. Even in hot weather, the patio stays comfortable thanks to all the misters. It's lucky I don't live in the city, or I'd probably hang out here way too much. Cute bartenders, fun vibe, and great happy hour.

A recent visitor · Over a year ago

Over a year ago A Montrose staple for more than 20 years.

A local visitor · Over a year ago

“Spartan weekend (March)”

This was the first place my friend brought me to on Saturday. The bar is spacious but has no dance floor, just a bar. The outdoor patio is quite large. Inside, there are about three separate areas. Drinks were fairly priced. It's 21+ only with no cover charge. The go-go dancers, who are supposedly straight, were basic and not impressive. Each room played different music genres like country and dance. I will skip this bar when I visit again over Memorial Day weekend.

A visitor · Over a year ago

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cover charge? +

No, JR's Bar & Grill has no cover charge.

What is the age requirement? +

It is 21 and up only.

Is food served? +

Yes, JR's serves bar food including American, Italian, and tapas-style small plates.

Does JR's have drag shows or go-go dancers? +

Yes, drag shows and go-go dancers (sometimes called 'go-go boys') are featured on certain nights.

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