Anvil Bar & Refuge

Anvil Bar & Refuge is a cocktail bar Harris County Texas located in United States.

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598
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  • Phone

    (713) 523-1622

  • Website

    anvilhouston.com

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  • Type

    Cocktail Bar

Address

1424 Westheimer Rd (at Windsor St.) Houston , TX 77006 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express & NFC Payments)
Wi-Fi Free
Outdoor Seating No
Smoking Yes
Parking Valet
Restroom Yes
Menus Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 183


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Rebekah Wesley

The Champagne Flip is AMAZING!!!!!! Also try a Queens Park Swizzle, which is my off the menu go to drink, it's a not so sweet mojito with bitters and always drink it from the bottom up!

Eater

Emma Janzen writes, “Anvil was one of the first bars to put Texas on the map for craft cocktails , and since then, the standards have yet to dip .” Founder Bobby Heugel is the one to thank for that. Read more

Alex Alam

The drink menu probably has a lot of things you've never tried. Keep an open mind and you will be greatly rewarded!

Tom Adams

I live in NYC and I’ve never waited as long for a couple of cocktails to be made; but it’s totally worth it. The house craft recipes are brilliant.

Social News Network

Love the new ideas of drinks that they have every week. Very unique place to have a get together and catch up or a casual night out with friends.

Ross WS

A pioneer of Houston, Anvil was one of the first to revive the classics – its work isn’t forgotten and this year Anvil rises eight places in the World's Top 50.

Bitches Who Brunch

With a cocktail list boasting over 100 classic cocktails and a few originals, their experienced bartenders are sure to make you the perfect libation. Read more

Eater

Heading towards its fourth birthday, some might be tempted to think Anvil is resting on its laurels, but the bar 's recently updated list of 100 cocktails to try shows that it still leads the pack.

Jonathan Haenchen

Incredible menu which can be expensive . Perfect for after-dinner drinks; neighborhood parking is available. Excellent date night spot with attentive and knowledgable bartenders .

Men's Health Mag

It’s dark and there’s not a TV in sight, so you can give her your full attention. She’ll appreciate the cocktail list , too. These guys know their way around a mixed drink . Try The Brave…if you dare.

Vivian

This place is incredible. The cocktails are amazing and made with lots of love. The bartenders are so friendly and will answer any questions you have about the drinks. I highly recommend this place..

Elizabeth Burstein

Loved the blue hawaiian drink but the yolk shots were not for me! Have the bartenders make something custom for you! Super nice

Andres Novoa

Great trendy spot for cocktails with friends! If you're in a big group you're going to have to stake out one of their booths . This place can get pretty packed.

Ross WS

Its city ’s first bar devoted to classic cocktails , Anvil boasts a 100-strong menu. In-house creations and beer taps are also available in this modern-industrial Houston haunt.

Matthew Schwabenbauer

Amazing old fashioned cocktails . Pre-prohibition style drinks and speakeasy atmosphere. Gigantic drink menu, smaller craft beer and interesting food menu. Pretty pricy .

Kathrine

Great cocktails . Super busy late at night, though, so go early if you can.

Mike Romo

What's not to like? This is one of the finest bars in the country . Check out their amazing selection of Old Tom Gin while you're there.

Brittany Nicole

Huge menu of unusual drinks. Fun place to be adventurous. I usually tell the bartender a typical drink I would order (like a Tom Collins or vodka tonic) and let them come up with something I'd like.

Caro L

#1 place in cocktails in Houston . Nice list of cocktails . Indoor and outdoor seating . Dress code is mixed with dressy and casual .

Felipe Veiga

amazing staff with great off menu drinks! delicious food as well , specifically the chicken pot pie !

Jarrod Klawinsky

One of the few and best craft cocktail places in Houston. Just tell the bar tenders what you like and watch them cook something up.

Rainman

If you're not sure what to order, ask for a recommendation by telling any of the bartenders what you normally enjoy drinking.

Ivonne Gonzalez

Never a disappointment, great cocktails , the mixologist are personable and give great recommendations. Love this place!

Austin Reed

Great atmosphere, innovative menu but the taste doesn't live up to the hype or cost. The drinks I've had were muddled without any surprising flavor profiles that could carry the weight of the cost.

Joe Anderson

This place gives me hope for the future of mixology . Interesting and delicious cocktails using high quality ingredients... A must visit for any cocktail lover visiting Houston!

Eva K.

My other favorite bar ;) Get the Zombie, Queen's Park Swizzle, Gin Gin Mule and a Ramos Gin Fizz , the latter only if it's not busy!

Jessica Rios

It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the long menu, but you can’t go wrong with any of the drinks. The Pliny Tonic was my favorite.

Adam Feldman

I hear the Pliny tonic and brimstone texas whiskey are great. I loved the rubus swizzle and Sazerac (pictured)

Zach R

A ton of drinks to choose from, and not a single bad one in my experience. The bartenders really put a lot of effort into making you an incredible cocktail .

Jensen Lugo

Everything is great! Just tell your bartender what you're in the mood for and let them take care of the rest!

Ricardo Hernandez

Great list of original creations. Top liquors . Casual ambiance.

Houston Press

2012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Cocktail Bar.Check out more Houston Press Winners here:http://www.houstonpress.com/bestof/ Or go moblie with the free Best Of app.

My Table Magazine

The cocktail bar has always had tasty food options (Sunday brunch RIP!) and we’re particularly partial to the warm pretzels and curry eggs ... Read more

Zach R

Happy hour is clutch. All drinks 1/2 price 4-5pm. Get here early because everyone else is cheap , too.

Houston Press

2010 Best of Houston® Winner: Best Bartender : Come meet Mindy Kucan, the brassy brunette who has been slinging drinks at the Westheimer haunt for close to a year now, and she has a devoted following.

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Patrick Mahon

I have been twice and both times I have had a delicious old fashioned​. I look forward to exploring their menu.

M G

Bartender's choice is a safe bet. These guys are professionals. Tell them what you like and let them surprise you!

Heath Terry

Great cocktails . Start with one and work your way down the menu. Do the bourbon ones twice.

Mike Seilback

Top notch mixology . Lots of interesting combinations and good scenery as well

T.s. Williams

Scotch eggs are amazing... Wish I brought my own Coleman's mustard . Kimchi is good just not a perfect marriage of flavors.

Daniel Egan

Like bourbon or old fashioned ? Get the Passing Deadline. Cinnamon stick awesome.

Christy Landes

During busy times very slow, but it's worth a wait. Parking is also tough... Creative drinks and good snacks .

Marc S

Try a Buffalo Trace Whisky Sour .

John-Henry Perera

I'm in love with the new menus. Very organized . Oh and the drinks are great.

Reni Abraham

Try the Ethels Grove! Great gin drink that doesn't really like gin ! Also, try the Piney's Tonic which has chili tincture in it for an added kick!

Tom J

Imbibe Magazine listed Anvil Bar & Refuge as pouring some of the Best Contemporary Cocktails in the South in their March/April 2011 Southern Issue.

Jason

Great appetizers ! Amazing drinks! What more can you ask for ? Make sure you try the curry egg dip..it's delicious!!!

Billy Ovalles

We sampled the $9 dollar valet parking (even though arrived at 7:30pm & left at 9:07), the $7 dollar plate of 11 olives , $7 dollar stale nuts , and a couple of $13 dollar average tasting cocktails .

Davinci Virtual

Whether your preference is beer or cocktails , Anvil offers a great atmosphere that makes it one of the tastiest bars in Houston.

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