This is my favorite hole in the wall to go to because everyone is so nice when the young crowd isnt fighting and breaking hookahs... Cant blame the establishment though. I still come and bring friends when I can. Celebrated my birthday here two years in a row. Grown and sexy vibes. If you dont know how to parallel park, Uber. You can bar hop as well. Love it there.
What can I say? They dont call it The Spot for nothing. For anyone coming to the Tray, its the spot. The spot for hookah, strong drinks, shots, and great music! Its hood and packed on the inside, but Ive never been there when any drama went down. Always a good time and everybody just having fun being outside. Food trucks are always on the block too, so you can grab something quick to eat, Fried fish, barbecue trucks etc. Parking is bad, so uber if you can. Some side streets have strict towing enforced policies.
Always a good vibe, and they give you the option to tip them, which makes you want to be generous because there is not a scam involved.
Love love love!! DJ Mathmatix is the bomb!! Owner is Awesome & so are the drinks & bartenders & staff!! 3rd Wards finest!!
Very nice place for good food hookah and drinks
Great service nice vibe!Although drink menu needs some adjustments$23 for a French 75 is unheard of
Dropped by on a Sunday evening since I was in the area. Small hole-in-the-wall location but I had a GREAT time. Since it was a Sunday evening, it was not too crowded, just enought folks to have a good time. The DJ was nice and the crowd of people were all there to enjoy themselves. I would visit again. Didnt hve any food but the drinks did not receive any complaints from my crew of folks. Not for you if you expecting something really fancy.
Always a great time when we’re in town visiting. The same bartender is still behind the bar serving great strong drinks! His Customer service is great as well.
THE SPOT in the 3rd Ward is an absolute gem! The vibrant atmosphere, friendly staff, and fantastic drinks make it a go-to spot for a great night out in Houston. Whether youre catching up with friends or sounds by the DJ, THE SPOT delivers an unforgettable experience. Shout Out to the staff for their top-notch service and creating a welcoming environment. Cant recommend this local bar enough – it truly captures the spirit of Houstons 3rd Ward!
The bartenders are amateurs at best. Poor poor customer service skills. No system of serving and the girl bartender will overcharge your card without authorization which can put the venue in fraud litigation. She thinks that she is being smart but is far from it.
I’m from Toronto and got introduced to this bar and honestly I fell in love and really consider moving to Houston. The vibe was amazing and so friendly, I felt like I was at a family reunion. I Would Def recommend that anyone who visits Houston stops by ❤️
AWESOME ATMOSPHERE ❤️.Truly enjoyed TheSpot💯❤️
Small club. Bartenders operate on a system of who they know first. May take 30min for them to even acknowledge you. Space is limited but the amount of alcohol given in each drinks makes up for trip. The whole club gets better one drink at a time so order up
Depends on the crowd youre looking for if hood af is it then you will like this. I hear the drinks are well priced. Its a decent spot but I def wouldnt wear heels here. Cute sandals or sneakers.
My friends and I love the stop its a chill spot to go to with friends to talk, have a few drinks, and vibe to the music. No drama, love it. Have not had no food there so not sure about food.
Super chill very laid back, dj played nice music..I thoroughly enjoyed their Green tea shots, its a great meeting spot!! I had a great time and enjoyed the food truck adjacent to the property.Salmon bites w/ krinkle cut fries...DELICIOUS!!!!
You know what I cant lie coming from a place where its common to have to watch over your shoulder or atleast keep an eye on your surroundings this place made me feel cozy. All beautiful brown ppl around, smiling no mess just vibes...its been a while since Ive been out. This was a vibe and my cousin is visiting so it was perfect setting. Way to go my people!
I love this place. Its a great place for week night happy hours. The perfect size crowd, amazing music, even better vibe, and not to mention lots of great drinks. The bartenders are personable and long time veterans to the Spot so it is a familiar feel no matter how often you do or do not come.
Nice spot in the 3rd ward in Houston. My girl and I were visiting from Atlanta for her birthday. This was a nice pregame spot. Its a older crowd but definitely a vibe you want to experience. Super chill with strong reasonable priced drinks.
Always a Place to go & enjoy the splendid simple things in LIFE.. In the hood as I should..Red Walls ...Red Floors...In 3rd Ward. Its all Kinds of Lions, Tigers & Bears in the Midst of the Jungle. I always have FUN Here. Its definitely one of my personal Houston Favorite places to ...to hang out & just chill. I just wish it was another bar or possibly more bartenders. The wait for a drink is always long...
We were just driving around looking for a ace to have a drink......stumbled across The Spot and was glad we did....Young Boy behind the bar was cool az hell,, and made great drinks.A Young Lady came in and set up with some Chilli and Rice w/ corn chip and cheese to top it off....yum yum...oh and free of charge.Felt like a BLACK CHEERS up in there, Atmosphere was GREAT, if Im ever in Houston again.... I will be SURE to stop in again....
First time visiting The Spot, my friend and I had a wonderful time, adult atmosphere, R&B music and drinks on point. They didn’t try to break your bank FREE PARKING
Cool spot to hangout. Reasonable drink prices. Make sure to checkout, and I hope I get the name right, Claires Chicken. The catfish and fries, chicken wings and waffles and the seafood fries are GREAT!!!! And dont forget about Grandma Made it Pound Cake!
Ima give it to you straight. This is a hole in the wall located in the 3rd ward of Houston. It packed on the weekend with short wait times for entry. No bag checks, no ID checks, free cover charge, free parking and the drinks are strong and cheap compared to other bars in Houston. It’s a good time and chill vibes every time I go. Its also surrounded by other bars so you can bar hop.
While visiting I was recommended this bar spot. It was chill. Loved the vibe. Good people, strong drinks, amazing music.
Always a good time here! They don’t sell food in the club but there’s always food trucks right outside the club.
There are certain places in any city that are central to community. The Spot is to Third Ward and by extension Houston that place. I dont know that just personally, I know that from the people who have been generous to share. It does not have a pool table, dart board, game machines, bogus jukebox or even cash machine. There is a table for chess. If you got the chops some early afternoon, be my guest. Not me. Not a large place, there is open space and a dj booth so when busy, dance to the bar.
Great Hole in the wall bar! Start here and keep going down the street. Cheap drinks, heavy pours, small crowd, hood spot open til 2am. No cover🤗
I dont know how they managed to get the perfect combination of professional & hood patrons in one place, but theyve mastered it! My favorite day to go is Sunday (Sunday Funday) although the drinks are the best price & just as strong any other day of the week. Bartenders are friendly & usually pretty good about managing the bar, although it can get kinda crazy when its crowded. If you walk in and theres not much of a crowd, fear not: people are definitely coming! Food is offered (for free & sometimes for purchase) & you can even bring your own! Dont try to bring your own drinks though, they dont play that. The regulars are like a big happy family but the DJ happily welcomes the newbies. Speaking of the DJ, its not the same one every day, they rotate the same few throughout the week, but theyre all great...just depends on what you feel like hearing. The owners are super cool. Its just a fun place to be.
This is the perfect Sunday day place to chill and having a few drinks. This place is small so getting there early is highly recommended. I normally leave before the night time, but if your looking for a day time drinking spot for vibe, this is a good spot to try. Dj always on point.
The vibe in this place is fantastic. It was an atmosphere with no drama and positive vibes. I laughed joked and danced with total strangers. Everyone was friendly bc of the environment and the music! I havent enjoyed myself like I did here in a long time. I absolutely will make this a place I return too.
Great drinks and the fun loving HBCU crowd. This bar is a go to. The music is great. Its a no frills style bar so casual dress is cool. Though I have swung by in a dress after a gala. Still had a good time. Dancing may pop off at any moment in this place. Sunday evenings are a popular.
Clearly this isnt it. Wings half cooked, mac and cheese watery, no taste, margaritas no liquor, fish too salty, burgers no taste and this was around 12 pm. Went early to get a good experience. Told manager and didnt offer any substitute or anything. Nicks Beach bar wayyyy better!!!
If you want to listen to the current and older rap music this is the place to go along with the drinks. The DJ is excellent. The drinks arent diluted with other liquids. They are strong. The inside isnt big but just right to come and have a drink or two.
I went here back in February with a friend who lives here. I was impressed. Yes its hood and I love it. It was good vibes here. They played good southern rap from all across the board. It did take a while to get your drinks due to the crowd. Im from Georgia and we like to order buckets of beer with ice. It seem that they werent use to that here. No complaints tho. I loved it and will return. There were some nice women in here and they were friendly. This didnt appear to be a place where dudes fight at either.
Cool spot in 3rd ward.
Theres only 1 bartender we let make our drinks. I always forget his name but he light skinned with a full beard. Hes the truth. Very nice atmosphere. Kinda older crowd.
Needs to be bigger. I refused to go in, bc it was too packed but when I do, its the spot! Drinks go hard and not overpriced.
A classic hole in the wall spot. Cheap drinks so you know the spot is going to be packed. Go here for those nights you just want to be ratchet and let your hair down without a care in the world. Don’t come thinking you can be stuck up in your own section with no ones uncle bothering you tryna get a dance.
This place had the vibe that I like, but its just too damn small on the inside. The dude at the bar is the truth cause I drank one drink and was feeling myself. I left shortly after that and went to another bar. I started to go back and grab the bartender from the Spot so he could come and bartend at the other bar🤣
It’s a very small spot .. a hole in the wall- so to speak. You can go there for a quick drink before heading out, or make it a pit stop. The drinks are reasonably priced and the vibe is what you make it. Who you’re with makes a big difference as well. The music has been good the few times I have gone. Definitely not somewhere you need to get dressed up for- super laid back...a little hood. The place just make me nervous because of the small size and the whole one way in and one way out situation.
I went during memorial day weekend while visiting my cousin. We went on Friday night. AWESOME drinks, good DJ, and a cool atmosphere. It was a little crowded but everybody was so friendly and courteous. Id go back again.
I personally never have any problems there. Bartenders mellow and busy. But they get 2 u pretty quick. The dj mixes the music so everybody gets to hear songs they like. And they got hooka if thats your thing. Go check em out.
I wouldnt exactly say this place is a lounge. Do they have booths and benches to sit? Yes, however you dont really get the lounge feeling in this particular environment. Its more of a club feel for a younger crowd with very loud music. I would say it is a great place for 21-30 year olds looking to have a great time, just wasnt the atmosphere I was seeking.
Dropped by here after work on a Tuesday when I saw my commute was going to be 90 minutes instead of 40, not even realizing it was a bar (I looked for top rated food;. Oops).This is a bare bones bar with a super friendly, fun crowd and nice, prompt and generous bartenders. Music was loud and fun, with spontaneous dancing, singing by the bar. The Astros game was on and some fans were hanging around watching, some were playing chess while another was making complimentary tacos outside in honor of another patrons (Terry?) birthday. Felt like everyone were regulars, part of a family and the laughter just kept coming. I didnt know anyone, but still had a good time even though I mightve stuck out like a sore thumb. Great place to unwind, hang out and chat after a long day. Recommend for a unique, light experience.
Yall I Like this place. Its a hole in the wall with strong drinks. People dance. Age group 30+ Parking is $5. NO COVID RESTRICTIONS OBSERVED FYI. It gets packed but it is still cool.
Not a person that likes clubs, but when hub wants to go I accompany sometimes (not many times at all). Kim is the best bartender EVER!! She gets the drinks perfect for hubby and even lite for me since Im not a drinker. She is the reason I give 4 stars.
Small space, dark & crowded.Do NOT use a card. ONLY USE CASH !!! I purchased a drink for $10 & I tipped $10 on top of that so why do I have a charge of $40 on my card??Do not recommend.
No waiting for a drink here. Bartenders are mature and fast fast fast. Music is great and always fun. However finding a parking spot may take you 15 to 30 minutes depending on what time you drop in.
Wish they had these in Denver. The food was amazing
Favorite hangout spot. No frills. Strong drinks+Good DJ=great night. Good times hanging in the trey
This is really the place to be. Cheap drinks that are very much worth every penny.I do prefer hanging outside to maybe get a game of chess in, but inside was okay. Bbq truck that was on the side was hitting too.
Nice spot to chill if you like local fun. Drinks are good. Bartenders are knowledgeable and friendly.
Went there last night with group of 9 people. The good news is we had a good time. The bad news is they have a bartender with a really bad attitude. She ignored me for 15 minutes, but took my husbands drink order quickly. Ok, thats not unheard of. But after he asked for one drink (vodka, patron, cranberry, grenadine), she refused to take the second order (vodka, cranberry) because she told him he needed to ask for both drinks at the same time. Shes making up rules! She had a bad attitude.The worst!
Very nice vibe if youre into a good hole in the wall. Drinks, hookahs, and music are on point. This vibe isnt for everyone. But baby, if you want a good time, check out The Spot.
Was visiting from out of town with friends. It seemed like a chill local spot but we left shortly after arriving because seating was VERY limited.
Been fequenting the Spot Lounge & Bar since its ignargrual opening in 2006. Pound-for-pound the best bar in Houston! Owners are nice, the crowd is great, and the drinks are reasonable and damn good! This is the bar where everyone knows your name and youll be glad you came!
This cool Spot right here is the livest places in 3rd ward when I go home to chill. Its almost like being in my livingroom with a whole lot of cool strangers just partying with no problems. You should check this place out, if you want to relax, drink, or just chill. Oh, and the Djs are also off the chain with the music.
Cool little hood spot on Dowling. Great music and drinks always . Just too small and a little Rachet. But its a good spot so what you expect. Come as you are not dress up just casual.
Love it because its ratchet😜
Anytime I swing by here, its always a great vibe. I love that its hidden away. The people are so chill, the bartenders are amazing, its just an overall good spot!
This is my SPOT! I love this ratchett but boouje place. It’s a hole in the wall filled with professional college grads. The drinks are always on point and the DJ never fails.
The Spot is a great place with a fun and laid back atmosphere. The drinks are good and the Dj keeps the party going. You have a choice of inside or outside but either location is great.
Absolutely one of my fav “ hole in the wall” spots , always good chill vibe, good music, drinks I am HOWEVER a bit concerned about the capacity during COVID-19 and i was totally taken aback how nobody had on mask, it was jammed packed , on a Sunday which isnt uncommon but during this time , why is this bar not enforcing social distancing guidelines? It was too many people my friend and i stayed but we just hung out outside across the street to keep our own distance .. it was a nice day out . Just be cautious and use your own judgement if you go
Definitely not for my taste. For the younger crowd who enjoys smoking and an over crowded area, then Im sure they will enjoy. It was just not my scene.
Drinks poured recklessly 😂. Perfect spot to hang out on a laid back adult atmosphere close to downtown with an urban swag. Nice location next door to some bomb BBQ.
Chill mature experience. Croud was not dancing -kind of blame it on the DJ.
Its a local dive bar, nothing fancy. But the DJ is amazing & they pour a great drink. The reason for 4 stars is because you have to wait sooooooo looooong for a drink.
Baby we left out of there Crip walking
Love it for the most part,most of the bartenders are cool but how you work at Tha Spot with a stank attitude smh the chic with braid dreds or whatever is horrible like how/why does she work there just rude otherwise great drinks and vibe whenshe aont working
Crowded but I had a lot of fun. The bartenders are very liberal with the alcohol which is a huge plus. The DJ was on point the whole night. Wish I could rate 4.5 minus a .5 for the bathroom 😣
I had a really nice time on the patio. The area was really nice and the drinks were great.
It was surprisingly fun considering it wasnt my typical type of club. The drinks were perfect and the Hookah needed a few more flavor options, but was good. They need to get 1800 behind that bar though.
If you like small hood spots to party and drink then this is the place to be. It small and crowded but has good music and drinks. It take a little time to get a drink so I would pre-game before I visit
Its more a younger crowd maybe 30s but they have hookah the dj is 🔥
I didnt know about the spot. But, I do believe that it earned its name. The spot. Its small, but hey, its true what they say. The smaller the room, the bigger the party. I had a good time.
Definitely a hole in the wall spot. Drinks were okay. Music wasnt really dance music and there was much room to dance anyway. The hookah was good.
Its extremely small & congested. Hard to get a drink because so many people are crowded around the bar again because seating is very limited. Parking isnt good either, you have to park on the street, it was time for me to go after I saw a car side swipe 2 vehicles & keep going
A classic. Great vibe.
Drinks are super STRONG granted Im not much of a drinker. Its a nice hole in the wall place but its small not a lot of seating
I LOVE this place!! This is a perfect spot (literally) to start or end your night. The drinks are super strong and the folk there will entertain you all night!!!!
Nice place to meet and greet as well as private events/parties.
Great place. I enjoy every visit. Great drinks, food right outside, patio space. No complaints.
Cool spot. The bartender was good and very attentive. Drinks reasonably price. DJ jammed. Crowd was fun - sat outside.
If you dont hit the spot when youre in town man you havent had the full Houston experience. The best drinks in town hands down, open arms like family.
This is the spot for everything amazing food, great service, fun environment and shisha was best
Classy urban scene of the whos who in 3rd ward ( Midtown ) for many years. GREAT drinks...just dont ask for anything too boushie and you will fit right in. GREAT management and ownership !!
Bartender and dj was cool. Warm friendly atmosphere this night. Dont know abt any other night. Everybodys was singing together, it was cool.
This place was not bad but it also was not my scene. If youre from the area you likely will disagree with me but as a visitor getting sized up by almost everyone I pass gets annoying.
Loved this little hangout spot. Drinks and music was good. Had a really good time here!
Nice spot..some of the bartenders need to adjust the attitude wen told the drink not right.....other than that..pretty kool spot
For as long as I have been going there I have had a very good time. But now its getting harder to park are the county need some money
Lots of fun. Went on a Monday and no complaints. Strong drinks and good music. Def will go back.
If you are looking for a generous pour and friendly people get there early enough to sit at the bar. It was fun and adult like.
Drinks were like gasoline! I never understood why people like this place too crowded to move
I would consider it a kick back type place... hole in the wall sounds bad, but I like them so take it how you want. Good vibes, good DJ
Small as hell. but they do have strong drinks not really no where to park unless u pay 20 dollars
Nice drinks small area. Dope atmosphere
4.5 Stars great facility and services . And they hold events , have your money right becuz they are not cheap but worth it .
Neighborhood watering hole with really strong drinks and jamming music! Really loud and crowded on weekends.
Only thing I dislike about the Spot is there is only one way in and one way out besides that, the dj, bartenders, and atompshere is great when you wanna have some old school hole in the wall fun.
The best locals hang out spot. Strong drink and good vibes.
If u know me u know this my Spot. The Drinks are on point, Brittany the Bartender is a Beast with the pour. i also love, Kim, Terry, Corie an Sam. 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍
Low-key hip hop night spot to party. Oh! They have venison sausage BBQ outside by a third party vendor, after party food 😂
Great place just have to get their early to get a seat
Love this local spot. Fun for dancing and just hanging out with people from the neighorhood.
I’ll always love this place. Whenever I’m visiting home - Houston- my friends and I go . Always a great time.
Its fair for me cuz It keeps re rooting most times nd I end up loosing my directions.
Had a wonderful time celebrating with friends. Nice little spot to hang out and have drinks with a nice crowd.
This place was extremely small and very crowded. The seating was very limited. However, the DJ was playing good jams.
This place is amazing. Laid back. Great drinks. Good people. Love it.
Great spot to go chill..Great drinks and the dj sets the mood
Always a vibe, just go you won’t be disappointed!
Been going to this place for year. Typically love Tuesdays because its not that crowded but every night is a good night
Nice chill spot with grown folks vibe and music
This spot is in the heart of the tre, where I grew up! Gotta Love it! Its laid back and chill! Drinks 🔥🔥! Chill spot!!! My spot!!! ❤️
You must be ready to attend! If you are a stick in the mud...dont go. If you are snobby dont go. If you are not a well rounded individual...people person...dont go!Otherwise enjoy!
First time going there, met my uncle there. But definitely a grown an sexy spot during the day.
Great energy. Lively crowd. Good music.
Horrible service we wired at the bars for 20 min tryin to get a drink it’s like they only served me side of the bar waived to their sever several times an they just ignored us
I feel in love with this place it has a relaxed dress code perfect for a simple out night to have fun with your friends!
How can you say paradise. Oh i just did man Lee the bar tender has your drinks before you ask and the food is great
Waaaaaay too crowded and no one had on masks except the staff. Not a good look considering we are still in a pandemic.
Great hole in the wall
Casual low key. Good music. Super small so difficult to get to the bar. Difficult to find parking.
This is the SPOT! Want to get your drink on and party like a G? Then this is the place! They also have hooka here!
Its cool gets really crowded and difficult at the bar
Its very chill, homely feel. Dont let the outside and neighborhood deter you, theyre amazing
Great neigborHOOD bar!!! Never and problems - other than finding a parking space lol. Great drinks, and great music...
It was good experience. Cool crowd & great cook outside. Must be 28 & up to feel comfortable.
Enjoyed myself! Drinks was off the chain!
Loveeee this spot forget tourist spots go here
Always a good timeGreat musicGreat drinks at a good price point
Crowded and hood, very small and the door people kept letting people in even though it was way over capacity, would not go again
This spot is in the middle of the hood where it is all good be ready to throw some Ds on that girl LOL come and enjoy.
Nice little spot but super crowded. I stepped on so many toes and I gave out twice as many apologies
This place, what can I say… I would not go there again, the energy was weird.
Cool place to hang out on a Sunday. Get there early so you can have a place to sit!
Cool chill spot when you go a little early. Brittney is the best bartender EVER!
Hood spot but drinks are well worth the price!! Great music having fun with great people
It was a whole vibe, a must go-to while in Houston 👌🏾
Drinks are always strong. Great music. Friendly atmosphere.
Drinks were good. The light skinned lady was very nice.
The spot was full so we didnt get in but the place next door someone was shot had me running for cover
Drinks are Madd Strong n Music is on but its a small spot n kind of hood
Beautiful social gathering with a beautiful atmosphere. LOVE IT
Lots of people just standing around and people smoking hookahs. Just dark and crowded. Not fun. Left after less than 5 mins
Nice chill spot. Good, strong drinks. Good prices and drink specials.
First time was Saturday, love it will be back real soon!!!!!
Friendly bartenders ! I only needed one drink, they play all the good slap🎶
Great drinks and great music , a fun place to turn up on a Sunday in the heart of the third ward .
Good music kinda small for the amount of people that was there. It was hard to order at the bar
Not enough Seats but the drink are strong
Love this place. Excellent service. Wonderful ambiance.
The Spot is my modern cheers. Theyre family. Moscow mule of the year goes toooooooo!
Local watering hole for neighborhood patrons. Stiff drinks and cozy ambiance.
I love a black hole in the wall! If you dont know what that is, then it aint for you to go or know.
The drinks were perfect. I enjoyed myself. It was definitely packed.
I love the spot makes me feel 21 again... SAM IS my FAVORITE of all times!!
Always has been a great Sunday hangout just the. Parking sucks 😎
Decent hole in the wall joint. Dj was dope and so was the drinks
Pretty cool spot just good drinks & good music 🎶.
The ladies love me in there, drinks pretty cool too
Strong drinks that creek up on ya! The warm up before you hit the streets!
From out of town and will definitely be back. DJ is on point , and drinks are good.
Its a individual experience of many things to choose from, very satisfying.
Its was kool and my 1st time going i like the vibe and everything that I saw
GOOD DRINKS GOOD MUSIC, NICE VIBE BUT THE VENUE DEFINITELY NEEDS SOME TLC
3rd Wards finest. Great drinks! Great atmosphere
Nice chill spot older crowd.. 25 and up.. stiff drinks.
Great vibes. Stiff beverages. Lovely crowd.
Nice hood spot!! Good music.. I love gangsta rap.. Ladies in the building...
Great vibe, good DJ! Sunday Funday is LIT!!!
Great music and cool vibes
Always good to pull up at the spot
Always protected by hard workers to ensure customers have a good time with troubled people.
I meet here for the big business deal. Improved management and staff.Always safe.
Its small its overly crowded. Not my place to chill or hang at
Nice low key spot to chill when you wanna let your inner hood out😏
Had to blow off some steam great place to go
It is like the song says. The Hole in the wall... Always a good time.
Nothing to this place its just a hang out spot drinks are too high and weak
Good music strong drinks your neighborHOOD bar
Im from philly.. I went here off a random search!!! My lord... Greates find in houston
Great vibe, drinks and great crowd. Real HTown feel!
If you like hood spots this is the place to be very welcoming and kind
Good music & drinks but super crowded & terrible parking
Its a good hip hop spot in Houston.
The music is always on point and the drinks are super affordable