Boasting maybe the town's best combination of live music and tap beers, McGonigel's has long been considered one of Houston's top watering holes. Irish in theme, the pub sports rustic-looking tables and booths, cranberry-colored walls, and a cornucopia of Irish and Guinness-themed collectibles. Well-known local and regional acts have appeared from time to time, including such Longhorn notables as Lyle Lovett, Alejandro Escovedo, Toni Price, and Guy Clark. A pleasant patio offers patrons a chance to catch some fresh air, and the kitchen sates late-night appetites with standard pub grub. (A word to the wise: Fish-n-chips always goes better with a pint of Guinness.)

Mon-Sat 11am-2am; Sun 4pm-11pm

$5-25

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