The Best Cocktail Bars Near Jennings & Co. BBQ, by the Record

1. James Beard Awards 2022 · Winner · Outstanding Bar Program
2. 50 Best #84 · North America's 50 Best Bars
3. Houstonia The Official 50 Hottest Bars in Houston

1. Houstonia The Official 50 Hottest Bars in Houston
2. Spirited Awards 2026 · Regional Top 10 Honoree · Best U.S. Bar Team – U.S. Central

1. Air Canada 2019 · Top 10 · Best New Restaurants
2. Spirited Awards 2026 · Top 10 Nominee · Best New U.S. Cocktail Bar

1. Houstonia The Official 50 Hottest Bars in Houston

1. Houstonia The Official 50 Hottest Bars in Houston
2. Houstonia The Best Margaritas in Houston

A giant neon sign reading "Death is coming. Eat trash, be free." sets the tone at this raccoon-themed cocktail bar in Houston. The murals and paintings lean fully into the bit, and the drinks follow suit, running to things like a pho-inspired martini built on rye with Thai chile and star anise. The kitchen stays open until 2am, which is exactly when you need churros and birria ramen the most.

1. Houstonia The Official 50 Hottest Bars in Houston

Each cocktail on the menu is credited to the specific bartender who created it, which is either a charming act of transparency or a very public performance review. This neighborhood cocktail bar and casual kitchen in the Heights has a wraparound patio that fills with locals who treat it like a living room. The team behind Anvil runs the place, so the drinks are taken seriously even when the vibe stays loose.

1. Bon Appétit America's Best New Restaurants
2. Houstonia The Official 50 Hottest Bars in Houston

1. Houstonia The Official 50 Hottest Bars in Houston