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Houston,
TX
77006
713-526-2271 | | | | | Description: MONTROSE. Whether you crave a quiet evening with friends or an energy-laden excursion to meet new ones, Bartini stands ready. The dual-purposed club features a downstairs dance floor, revved up with rhythmic tunes and flashing lights, while upstairs, a lounge offers terrific views and a calming place to imbibe and indulge in a cigar. A downstairs patio also makes for good mingling, affording glimpses of all the folks who pass by. Other perks at the gay-friendly club include drink specials and pool tables.
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| 3406 W Alabama St
Houston,
TX
77027
713-439-0072 | | | | | Description: RIVER OAKS. For an authentic Houston experience, head to Blanco's and see what a real Texas honky-tonk is made of. The place isn't large, but it's packed with character, and you'll find some of the area's best bands playing country tunes to appreciative audiences. If your skills are up to par, show off your two-stepping on the dance floor; otherwise, you might just want to knock off a Lone Star on the patio or sample barbecue and chicken-fried chicken. Lots of regulars hang out here a sure sign there's something good to be had.
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| 2400 Brazos St
Houston,
TX
77006
713-528-9192 | | | | | Description: MIDTOWN. Although it's been around for more than 30 years, BRB continues to thrive, thanks to its focus on country and western music and its appeal with the two-stepping gay community. Lots of folks attend its weekly events, whether they hit the dance floor, shoot a few rounds of pool, or simply prop up the bar, cold beer in hand. You can be assured of a friendly welcome when you come, and you'll likely be inclined to try out your karaoke skills or even capitalize on Thursday night's dance lessons. Busy and popular.
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| 506 Main St
Houston,
TX
77002
713-222-1442 | | | | | Description: DOWNTOWN. A renovated 19th-century building is home to Grasshopper, whose interior mixes aged brick, granite, leather, glass, gilt, antiques, and crystal. The chic venue offers both a dance floor, where patrons groove to hip-hop and R&B, and a lounge, where quieter activities are favored. Curtained-off alcoves provide even more privacy, although they do come at a price. The singles scene at Grasshopper is particularly hot, so be prepared for mingling and lots of introductions.
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| 2020 McKinney St
Houston,
TX
77003
713-221-8833 | | | | | Description: WAREHOUSE DISTRICT. Tapping into the trend for classy, upscale dance clubs like those found on the East and West Coasts, Next places patrons amid velour and leather seating, rich colors, spare lines, and moody lighting. The focus of the space is an elevated dance floor, complete with a gleaming, metallic DJ booth. Other surprising touches include a Zen garden patio and a plexiglass cage bearing beautiful dancers aloft above the bar. VIP areas are myriad and just as luxurious. The club can be difficult to find, so if you have trouble locating it, simply tag along behind the hip crowds who move with purpose.
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| 300 Westheimer Rd
Houston,
TX
77006
713-526-6551 | | | | | Description: MONTROSE. Numbers has gained a reputation as being the place in Houston to catch new bands before they've had a chance to make it big. Featured performers range in genre from Goth to New Wave to rock-rap, but you can always count on great crowds and one of the area's hippest (and hottest) dance scenes. Past acts have included Hole, Type-O Negative, Ben Folds Five, Coolio, Gravity Kills, and Sevendust.
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| 810 Pacific St
Houston,
TX
77006
713-529-7623 | | | | | Description: MONTROSE. For some of the city's premiere dancing, take advantage of this always-hip gay club. Within its walls, pulsating mixes of the world's top music have patrons moving to the beat, showing off toned bodies, coiffed cuts, and expensive clothes. When the place gets too hot, suspended jets spray liquid ice, cooling the dance floor as laser lights shift and throb overhead. The lobby offers comfy seating when the club's activity becomes too pronounced. Drinks can be expensive, but that's a small price to pay for the ambience and fun.
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| 3222 Fondren Rd
Houston,
TX
77063
713-977-4188 | | | | | Description: WEST HOUSTON. Toss a bit of spice into the nightlife mix at Tropicana, which gets rave reviews for its sexy salsa dancing and vivacious patrons. No one's shy when they take to the dance floor, and club-goers are eager to show off their best moves, so it's not uncommon for the place to get crowded. If you simply want to sit and watch, that's okay, too. A full bar serves drinks galore, and large screens highlight Latin music videos or in-house bands. You'll also find fine cigars in stock.
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| 69 Heights Blvd
Houston,
TX
77007
713-802-2144 | | | | | Description: THE HEIGHTS. Boasting live music five nights a week, Cosmos delivers a double-whammy of great food and incredible performances. While you're indulging in tasty sandwiches or hot entrees, treat yourself to the skills of talented folks who regale patrons with everything from jazz and swing to blues and rockabilly. The bands Cosmos books are eminently danceable, so when guests are moved to their feet, it's absolutely welcomed, and you'll find plenty of people doing just that. A good bar selection is an added plus.
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| 6835 Chocolate Bayou Rd
Manvel,
TX
77578
281-489-8181 | | | | | Description: MANVEL. This family entertainment hall lies in Manvel, about 20 minutes away from the Astrodome. Houstonians from every part of town drive out to boot-scoot and to enjoy live music. Food and beer are available, as are private party reservations. The place occupies 25,000 square feet, and 4000 square feet of that is dance floor.
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