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Blanco's
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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Brazos River Bottom Club
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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Meteor
2306 Genesee St, Houston, TX 77006 713-521-0123
Description: Looking for a Meteor shower? Well, that's exactly what you'll get at this gay club. The front of the club has a large shower where scantily-clad go-go dancers strut their stuff. The clean, contemporary interior also has white leather couches and tables for those who want to observe rather than dance. There's also an outdoor bamboo-enclosed patio for a little fresh air.
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Next
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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Numbers
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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Scott Gertner's SkyBar and Grille
3400 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006-4341 713-520-9688
Description: MONTROSE. Quite literally above the rest, Scott Gertner's Skybar and Grille occupies a penthouse that affords sweeping views of downtown. Widely regarded as one of the best places in town to catch live music, the nightspot features a swank, candlelit area where patrons relax at cozy café tables while listening to namesake Scott Gertner and friends cut cool jazz tunes. Patrons needing a bit of fresh air can make their way out to one of two open-air terraces the western one offers a tranquil fountain and spectacular sunset views. Two-drink minimum.
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South Beach
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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Tropicana Nite Club
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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Wild West
6101 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77057 713-266-2282
Description: WEST HOUSTON. For a true taste of Texas heritage, come down to Wild West. You won't find any over-tan, over-gelled club goers here. It's all boots, cowboy hats and country dancing. A solid oak dance floor stands up well to dancers' boots, and there's even dance lessons on Sundays. The fajitas aren't bad and the beer is cold, so there's little that's objectionable about this place.
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