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The Original OKRA Charity Saloon

Cocktail Bar$$$$
Houston
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    Peter K.
    "Always remember to vote for your favorite charity of the month!"(7 Tips)
    My Table Magazine
    "During the day, lots of light comes through the skylights."(2 Tips)
    Mario R.
    "It does get packed, so be patient with the door guys."(2 Tips)
    Bobby W.
    "It's a bar but the fresh baked chocolate chip cookies are amazing!"(4 Tips)
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  • Samantha Maeheart icon on user image
    Samantha MaeJuly 6, 2016
    No cocktail menu but they make all classic cocktails. One drink equals one vote! Beautiful venue, great for dates.
  • Angie O.heart icon on user image
    Angie OsmanskiMay 29, 2017
    Great music & drinks! Only 1 shuffle board. Just ask the bartender for pucks & leave your ID. For every drink you get a ticket to vote for your charity of choice.
  • Eater
    EaterMarch 26, 2013
    The vibe in this historic space is so good that it merits a visit. With Anvil veteran Mike Criss leading the way, the cocktail program will be solid.
  • Traci
    TraciNovember 27, 2014
    Super cool place in historic downtown Houston. The cocktails are awesome & the bartender is friendly. Vote per drink on a charity to support each month.
  • Zach R.heart icon on user image
    Zach RSeptember 12, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Great bar for a date or to hang out with friends. Excellent cocktails, and all the profits go to charity. What a great idea!
  • Mario R.
    Mario RiosMay 17, 2014
    The staff is very friendly and do a great job. I highly recommend Southside cocktail! It does get packed, so be patient with the door guys.
  • My Table Magazine
    My Table MagazineJune 14, 2013
    There’s nothing to not love. It’s housed in a beautiful old building. During the day, lots of light comes through the skylights. Each month, proceeds from purchases go to one of four charitable... Read more
  • Bobby W.heart icon on user image
    Bobby WitcherDecember 23, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    It's a bar but the fresh baked chocolate chip cookies are amazing!
  • James S.
    James SFebruary 10, 2013
    I came for the queens park swizzle and i got a mojoto.. Take promo buzz about classic cocktails with a grain salt.. Not a full cocktail bar.. No crushed ice... Great place and mojito tho!
  • Colin D.heart icon on user image
    Colin DaughertySeptember 7, 2016
    Amazing fresh baked cookies. Definitely worth the wait. And the profits go to great causes. Great cocktails and local beer options.
  • Kassidy M.
    Kassidy MenaceMay 1, 2014
    They make a great Jerry Loves Ginger - Sailor Jerry, ginger beer and a squeeze of highly coveted lime!!
  • Eric C.heart icon on user image
    Eric CohnMarch 2, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Go to this bar. It's amazing. Chocolate chip cookies with cold milk. Glorious.
  • Some G.heart icon on user image
    Some GuyOctober 17, 2014
    Great causes (never heard of a non-profit bar before). Good beers on draft, nice atmosphere.
  • Robyn P.heart icon on user image
    Robyn PassApril 17, 2013
    Thirty minute wait for cookies when not crowded. Delicious cookies though. Don't forget to vote with your tickets.
  • Sarah D.
    Sarah DiabApril 4, 2013
    Now THIS is a bar...Rob and Emily are fantastic. Great concept, some times simplicity is wonderful!
  • Shaun R.
    Shaun RaoMarch 2, 2013
    This is an amazing example of why coming to downtown so worth it!
  • Andrew R.heart icon on user image
    Andrew RochmanMarch 16, 2013
    The chocolate chip cookies & milk are to die for. A must order on every trip here.
  • Melania S.heart icon on user image
    Melania SpagnoliAugust 18, 2015
    One of the best bars in Downtown! The location is really cool
  • David C.heart icon on user image
    David CJune 5, 2018
    Fancy cocktails in a cool space, it's like a renovated warehouse with a big skylight
  • Eric S.
    Eric SandlerJanuary 4, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Baked to order chocolate chip cookies are worth the 15min wait.
  • Plwm B.heart icon on user image
    Plwm BwmMarch 11, 2015
    Beautiful venue with some decent local draft beers on draft
  • Houston Press
    Houston PressAugust 12, 2014
    After almost a year in the making, OKRA Charity Saloon made it's debut in earnest late last year. Read more
  • Greg L.heart icon on user image
    Greg LearNovember 6, 2014
    Near bar experience. A portion of the sales goes to a selected charity which is special.
  • Dustin L.heart icon on user image
    Dustin LydayAugust 19, 2014
    The interior design provides an atmosphere is a romantic spot for a date
  • John B.heart icon on user image
    John BuckNovember 19, 2017
    Perfect! And great bartenders!
  • Cole T.heart icon on user image
    Cole TOctober 20, 2017
    How do you not get behind this bar's mission? The benefited charities adorn the wall and the space is gorgeous.
  • Matthew T.
    Matthew TaylorFebruary 27, 2013
    Be sure to ask for Emily, she'll make your experience wonderful.
  • Christine H.
    Christine HaMarch 16, 2016
    Something for everyone. Lively vibe.
  • Lauren P.
    Lauren PriceFebruary 21, 2014
    Great place. Nice bartenders. Door guy is hot.
  • Chad
    ChadFebruary 2, 2014
    I like that part of the cost of my drink goes to charity, I don't like that I have to wait 30 minutes for a drink.
  • Aaron W.heart icon on user image
    Aaron WieczorekSeptember 21, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    The ceiling is pretty cool. Look up!
  • Liss V.heart icon on user image
    Liss V.July 9, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Service is hit or miss. Better luck when you order simple cocktails (or just a beer)
  • Peter K.heart icon on user image
    Peter KimDecember 20, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Always remember to vote for your favorite charity of the month!
  • Matthew S.heart icon on user image
    Matthew SchwabenbauerAugust 7, 2014
    Awesome beer and mixed drinks
  • David 🇺🇸
    David 🇺🇸January 12, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    I like this place, but it's a pain in the ass to get a drink
  • Michael R.
    Michael RochmanAugust 8, 2014
    Good drinks and service
  • Sara
    SaraAugust 8, 2013
    Great service...Awesome cookies!!!!
  • Tina Z.
    Tina ZuluJuly 3, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Order the cookies & milk!
  • J A.
    J ArredondoSeptember 15, 2013
    The jerky is delicious!
  • Kate M.
    Kate MJune 20, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    I'll just tell people I'm addicted to charity.
  • Alyse K.
    Alyse Kieber-EmmonsMarch 16, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Vote for PAIR Houston all during march!!
  • Jonathan F.
    Jonathan FAugust 22, 2013
    Voting is fun :) gotta do it more.
  • Faez K.
    Faez KhanmohamedOctober 4, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Beef jerky is unique in a god way
  • Valerie N.
    Valerie NietoFebruary 6, 2017
    The drinks and atmosphere were great but the service from the manager was horrible. Not a nice lady
  • Summer
    SummerMarch 16, 2013
    Philly Fish House Punch. Oh yes.
  • Kara B.
    Kara BrookeMay 27, 2013
    We had never been here before; therefore, we weren't aware they only served local brews. We were treated terribly (seriously worst service ever!) by Brittany.
  • Val G.
    Val GMarch 30, 2014
    Mary Ellen is the illest bartender alive.
  • Bob M.heart icon on user image
    Bob MaderFebruary 21, 2014
    Half price wines at Happy hour
  • Aaron N.heart icon on user image
    Aaron NanceFebruary 27, 2015
    Very country western
  • Alexis H.
    Alexis HoeyJune 22, 2013
    Bartender Rob is the best!
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