Montrose gay bars
The famous mural outside Mary's seen in better days
By Alex Wukman
After almost two years of waiting, and a week of work, it was time to pop the champagne. Moments after the final brushstroke had been added Cody Ledvina, one of the founders of The Joana gallery, hopped up on a parking divider in front of the mural holding a bottle of champagne. Sweat beads from his mop of curly hair as Ledvina thanks the dozens of volunteers and collective members who, over the course of four days, came out to support recreate the renowned mural that adorned the wall of Mary’s…Naturally, Houston’s iconic gay bar. Ledvina calls the unique painting a masterpiece and tells the 15 to 20 friends of The Joana that helped out that a simple sign will be placed next to the mural for the upcoming pride parade to let everyone comprehend who worked on it.
Mary’s, as it was commonly recognizable, wasn’t the first gay bar in Houston but by the time it closed it’s doors for the last time in it had become the most famous. Part of that fame came from the fact that Mary’s opened as a gay bar in and stayed as one for nearl
Over the past few years, Houston has quickly gained the attention of discerning tastemakers after the city’s world-class melange of restaurants, theatres, and museums. Attach to the fact that Houston is the most ethnically and racially diverse city in the U.S., and you&#;ve got all the trappings for a cosmopolitan getaway—with a robust dose of old-school Texas pride to boot. It should come as petite surprise then that lgbtq+ Houston is thriving, especially in Montrose; this is the epicentre of Houston&#;s gay nightlife where you&#;ll find a delightful array of gay bars, vintage shops, and cool cantinas. Whether you want to embrace your inner boot-scootin&#; cowboy or dance the night away in glamorous, multi-level gay nightclubs, here are our top picks for the best queer bars in Houston right now.
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Montrose "Gayborhood"
Founded in by an eccentric oil tycoon, Montrose is Houston&#x;s famous gayborhood , home to our loaded and vibrant counterculture movement. Montrose housed an estimated gay bars by the late s, and even today stays true to its spirited roots. For those seeking a Houstonian adventure with a petite more sparkle than most, Montrose provides plenty of exceptional options.
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Built in as the palatial private residence for Walter W. Fondren, one of the founders of Humble Oil & Refining Company, La Colombe D&#x;Or on Montrose Blvd. is now a swanky boutique hotel. With its own art gallery and a renowned restaurant to boot, La Colombe is a posh spot and beloved historic landmark that Montrose holds dear. Though its infamous ballroom was recently demolished to build room for a modern high-rise, it&#x;s still a coveted destination and highly-sought location that can aid as a weekend getaway or even the flawless venue for a wedding. A little over a mile down the road from La Colombe, where Montrose turns into the Museum District, sits the s
A Montrose Pub Crawl
Montrose is the gayborhood of Houston, and with a plethora of bars within close proximity to one another, it&#x;s also one of the more walkable areas of the city. No matter what you&#x;re in the mood for during your time out at the bars, Montrose has a petite something for everyone!
Whether you're looking for a place to chill on a barstool with a beer or dance the evening away with a mixed guzzle in your hand, Montrose welcomes everyone to come explore, imbibe, and enjoy!
Plan to ease into the night at a laid-back bar with pool tables, dart boards, indoor and outdoor cosmos, and more! George Your Territory Sports Bar on Fairview is perfectly located in close proximity to the other bars in the area. Whether you wish to kick your night off with a beer, cocktail, or Jell-O shot, George has you covered. It&#x;s a bar where you can carry on a conversation without yelling over deafening music, so it&#x;s the ideal gathering spot before beginning your bar hop.
Still not ready to take your night to the next level? No worries! Leave George, take a left and