Dan Electros

Went to see a couple of old friends play Sunday afternoon. Haven't been here in over a decade. Prices are super reasonable. The decor is nice and eclectic. Service friendly and attentive. Sounds is decent. A classic dive bar in the north part of the Heights with easy access from the North freeway or North Loop. Live music every day. Wide variety of music. Check it out!

Nice local bar. I’ve seen good bands perform here. The patio is great

Way to cool!!! Love the atmosphere and decor. We’ve been wanting to hit this place up for a while and rockabilly was in full swing. The service was great!

A great place for a nice drink! Dan Electro’s is a place that is made for our local neighborhood Houstonians and for individuals/groups that love live music! I can in on a Wednesday and got to meet the most friendliest bartender who is named Kay! She was informing me on the events, music groups, type of specials, and the history of Dan Electro’s. I got the pleasure to meet Shawn, owner, of Dan Electro’s and one of the most professional and informative bar owner I have ever met! On Wednesday, the specials are 50% off on whiskey selections and $5 whiskey wells. In addition, is steak night with a wide selection of items! There is Ribeye, Filet, New York Strip, Lamb Chops, and Pork Chops! The cook is Nelson with Houston Prime, and for the past 8 weeks he has been selling out! Finally, on Wednesday the live band is a country band for our country folks! I highly recommend giving this place a chance and a try especially if you love live bands, good drinks, and great food! Thank you Kay and Shawn for making this experience great!

Great vibe, amazing bartenders, active and full calendar of to notch bands. Highly recommend this Houston treasure!!

Had a good time! Great atmosphere, music was fun. Parking can be a bit of a challenge, make sure you park legally. Someone got towed while I was there.

Neighborhood live music venue recently updated by new ownership. Parking still sucks. Well worth supporting,calendar is full, Wednesday is steak night. Support your local live music scene while you can..

Great live music venue. Plenty of room on the outside patio...just a cool vibe all the way around. Full bar, complimentary popcorn. Bathroom was clean. The food truck was good too.

Best music spot in houston! Music every night... the new Dans is bad ass. Everyone should come.

Awesome dive bar. I've been here several times for live music, and it's always a good vibe. Great place to grab a bucket, chill with friends, and enjoy some tunes.

Went to go see The Flamin Hellcats play Friday night. I'd been one time before after an Astros game. It's a funky little bar with good bands and a great outside area. The first time I went, I wasn't impressed. The wait staff wasn't very friendly, but the second time, it seemed to be better. I wanted a shot to tequila and asked the server what she recommended... she recommended her favorite, and it was spot on. Some of the best, smoothest tequila that I've ever had. She did great and was very nice about helping. My only complaint about that night was that they seemed to be VERY under staffed, and the bar stayed overwhelmed most of the night. I dont know if they weren't expecting the crowd that they had, or if it's like that all the time. But I'm hoping that it was just because the crowd was larger than they expected. I'll go back to listen to the good live music that they have, but may try to find another place if the staff is always overwhelmed and it takes so long to get drinks.

Came here on a Thursday night for a free show and had a great time! Parking is on a gravel lot and there a decent amount. We showed up around 8pm and got a spot right up front. The service was quick and friendly. I seriously loved that the lonestars I was ordering were ice cold every single time. There's tons of seating areas all around inside, outside, and upstairs- Lots of options with different vibes. There's tvs for sports, bocce ball and corn hole outside, there was a food truck there that night, and even a pop up vintage seller. Upstairs was super cool and chill to hang out, plus it has another bathroom up there. The bathrooms were clean, only 2 stalls though. The music was a lot of fun and the stage is in a good spot inside. Best part is we could walk or bike here if we want! Will def be back, very cool bar.

ALWAYS HAS A COVER CHARGE! "Managerial staff" and anyone else that works there all getting drunk and act belligerent! Very unprofessionally run and operated. Have seen multiple people walk out because of the very RUDE staff. They will pour you the cheap liquor and charge you for the top shelf, so ALWAYS pay attention to your drink and tab. Sad to see such a long time Houston venue go to the gutter.

Love this spot. Good, happy place. Makes you feel like you can make friends with the world or just be on your own.

My favorite 90's cover band The Monicas hosted a 90's prom night here so I had to come check it out. Up to that point, I had never heard of this place. I looked it up on Yelp and saw the high ratings and couldn't wait to check it out for myself. Located in the Greater Heights area, getting here was pretty easy. They have a decent sized gravel parking lot which I wasn't a big fan of. Drive slow through there. We were some of the early birds so we snagged a nice sized booth close to the bar. By the time the band went on stage, the place was pretty packed. They have this divey, but clean vibe going. There is a nice, huge patio in the back that looks like it would be a cool place to hang weather permitting. Customer service was great considering the minimal interaction I had with the staff. My friends and I were on a beer kick that day so we just kept the buckets flowing throughout the night. Overall, a great time was had by all and I would not hesitate to come back!

New owners I think I heard. They did a greet remodel. Kept the integrity of the bar and just made it better and more comfortable. Really cleaned up the outside area and upstairs in what was an abandoned apartment. The sound and the stage are much better and great beers and drinks. Love all of it except the bartenders are awful. Went on a wed night for a drink and the staff dawdles talking and the line doesn't move. Train your staff Please. SLLOOOOWW service. Other than that A plus. If you get slow service just don't tip. They'll figure it out or they won't.

The new ownership is not only continuing a treasured H town live music establishment and tradition but wants to let it be known. This is one of the best live music loving tribe ,stamped and pressed with Splice Records,in our grooves, ready to spin for a loooooong time

I had been wanting to try out this venue since it came under new ownership. First, it's very hard to find a live music calendar online. Their website and social media presence is a train wreck. I finally found a schedule on Bandsintown, and got excited to see a rockabilly band that I was familiar with, advertised to go on at 7 PM. I show up at 7 PM only to learn that the rockabilly band went on at 2 PM. Darn. I was very disappointed. We heard others at the bar say that they were disappointed, too. There was another band scheduled to go on at 7 PM, so we decided to hang out and have a drink anyway. We ordered a mixed drink and a beer ($20, which is a lot for dive bar). By 8 PM, there was still no music, so we left. Some friends were planning to us later, and ending up showing up around 9 PM. They immediately left. Turns out it was a metal band. It seems the venue needs to get their calendar published correctly.

Too bad they are closing...music scene in Houston is dead dead dead. H town just doesn't care about creating a fun atmosphere to showcase live performances. Guess it's going to be replaced by robots...what are we as humans to do?

Nice venue. Staff are friendly. On July 9th I went to see the Dave Matthews tribute band, Too Much to Say. What a wonderful show! They played 24 songs - 20 full band and 4 solo by Joe. A nice selection of well known favorites and deep dives. All were very well done with energy and enthusiasm. Intricate and dynamic conversations between the instruments. Chris' Bass and Kevin's sax answering, supporting, and doubling. The driving rhythm of Joe's acoustic, and Jordan's drums keeping it all together and stepping out with tantalizing fills. Thank you Chris, Kevin, Joe and Jordan for a perfect afternoon of music. I can hardly wait for show #3!

Been loving the renovations! Patio is great, bartenders are attentive, and the sound quality has greatly improved since things have been done over. One of my favorite places to go in the heights area!

Glad to see Dan Electro's is back and better than ever. The place has undergone a badly needed renovation and now has a huge dog friendly patio. Awesome decor , craft cocktails and friendly staff and bands several times a week. Maybe the best small live music venue in town now.

Aneighbourhood bar and venue. Laid back vibe. Local and touring acts. Quality cocktails and craft beers. A calendar full-of bands for low or no cover pool, jukebox, and a patio ample parking Events e.g. second Sunday art market( one of the best.) Revisited first time since March lock down . The safety protocols are in place distancing limited capacity in and out there is food. This neighbourhood venue is up and running and still a first choice

Blackmore was absolutely awesome!!! Great atmosphere!!! Convenient location. Thanks to Dan Electros Guitar Bar!!!

Updating my review, now Dan Electros has reopened! Great live music, great patio area. Get down there

My guy Jimmy told me about this place so I'm bound to check it out next! Call me an oldie but I'm a lover of live music, guitar, and great people!!!!!

Meat mojo has been a favorite of ours for years but we hadn't been since before covid. The rack of lamb is always our favorite to get. It's always cooked perfectly! The mashed potatoes are a must for a side and of course the ninja sauce that comes with the entrees. It was our first time to Dan Electros and it's a fun neighborhood bar with a large outdoor patio. Get here early if you want some meat mojo! Just expect a long wait time for the food. We got there at 615 pm when they were setting up, but got our food around 740 pm. It's cash only and the waitress comes around to take your order.

If you're looking for a bar to go to, with plenty of outdoor seating, with very interesting people, you've come to the right place. My favorite part, is that they have Lonestar lights. That is a hard beer to find in the Heights.

Great place. Dogs welcome on leash inside and out they even have "beer " just for dogs. Huge outside patio. Friendly staff and the owners really will go the extra mile for benefits and fundraisers. Just love the service and atmosphere.

We used to get do steak night at Public House Heights on Wednesday's but not since we discovered Chef Bryan also does steak night at Dan Electros Guitar Bar on Thursday's. Parking is easier as there's a large parking lot by Dan's. Dan's also has a lot more seating options with many tables indoor by the stage and a large backyard for outdoor seating. Dan's has a good selection of beers on tap and canned. We've tried prime vs choice beef, pork chop, and lamb racks. I'm not exaggerating but every meat is cooked to perfection. I love dipping the different meats in the ninja sauce for extra kick and sweet, garlicky goodness! I don't know how Chef Bryan does it but the pineapple slices are always perfectly ripe and sweet. Just remember to buy yourself a drink at the bar, enjoy the live music indoors, and bring enough cash to treat yourself to a full bully's contentment through Chef Bryan's signature dishes!

First time here, loved it!!! had a great chill night. The bartender was very friendly!

We love Meat Mojo Steak Night! Great music and always a great place to hang out with friends.

Aneighbourhood bar and venue. Laid back vibe. Local and touring acts. Quality cocktails and craft beers. A calendar full-of bands for low or no cover pool a patio ample parking Events e.g. second Sunday art market

This was our first time here. We're new to the area and was looking for our new go to local place. It happened to be comedy night. Both bartenders were so awesome and drink specials were great. Then the show started and half the bar was filled with young entitled millennials that heckled the comedians the entire time which made the show unenjoyable. A little bit is ok but every comedian had to deal with their crap. They started to become drunk and rude as the night went on. We finally left and bartender asked why. Once we stated the reason the young crowd started to make rude comments. Their were other customers that stated they felt the same. But nothing was ever said to them. Great bar but you need to make all customers feel the same.

This 5v star review is entirely rated for Meat Mojo! MY GOD, this man knows how to season and cook a rack of lamb. We have been to numerous 5 star dining locations around the world and nothing compared to Meat Mojo. The bar was cool and the music was good too! We will be back!! Thank you :)

Forever my favorite dive bar. Lots of space inside to sit and watch live music, huge outdoor area with tables and a nice little garden. Bartenders are awesome. Our favorite is Scott . Perfect bar if you want to chill and wind down, talk with friends. Super relaxed environment . Love it here, definitely worth visiting !

Great service, competent staff, horrible drama queen "regulars". Terrible experience with the "regular" patrons. Bar hoppers beware.

Great live music on certain nights. Steak nights on Thursday with Meat Mojo are mouth watering. Full bar and great beer selection including rotating taps. Low key neighborhood feel.

I came here for Meat Mojo's steak night, and I really enjoyed my experience here! The bar has a chill, relaxed atmosphere, and the staff is really nice. Drinks are reasonably priced. Our server gave me a couple of heavy pours for my wine, so I most certainly appreciated that, haha! The outside patio area is very spacious with plenty of seating, but they have live music inside as well. There's also a fairly big parking lot to park your car, but just be aware that it can get filled up quite fast. I'll definitely be back soon!

They don't make music venues like they used to - at least not in Houston. Dan Electro's is far away from all the craziness of the frat boy or hipster scene; it's dark, it's dindgy, it's my kind of place for live tunes. Best of all, it's BYOB (of liquor) since the bar only offers beer and wine. They provide the setups - talk about the best and cheapest bottle service in town. :) Great parking, fair cover charge if any, patio for the smokers. It's a good time for all.

I love this Bar! The Owners are great! Service is spot on! Music is vibrant and great Juke Box too. Food is to die for!!!

We love Dans Electro with all our hearts. Four dollar lone stars. Amazing outdoor and indoor ambiance. Do we want people to know about this place? Shout outs to Grateful Greg. We out here. -BRMD

I eased into this place on a Sunday afternoon after a suggestion from a friend. It was exactly what I was looking for. A nice dive bar! They have a large "backyard" full of tables, chairs and atmosphere. A perfect place to kick back and enjoy some socializing with new and old friends. Not sure of the schedule but they have farm and culture market in the back yard as well. This place has a full bar with a reasonable selection of whiskies, wine and local beer. My girlfriend ordered a bloody Mary, made to order. I decided to give it a try after finishing my first beer. I almost needed a fork to eat the veggies on top which I liked. I previously mentioned made to order. Well, I requested one more drop of Tobasco in mine and it came out perfect. Kudos to the bar tender!! They did not skimp on the vodka or the time to prepare it. The inside which I did not spend much time in has a lot of old nostalgic photos on the wall, a pool table, a band stage, the full bar. I am not sure of the live music schedule but they do have it on a regular bases. The top it all off, the restrooms are extremely clean. OK OK, I only visited the mens room but my GF said the same thing about the ladies room. I hear that they cook steaks on Thursday evenings. If you are looking for a laid back place, this place could be for you.

Great!!! Atmosphere is amazing! Went for beef and blues on Thursday night. The crowd was chill. Bartenders were solid even w being busy. Friendly and acknowledged us. Server checked in on us several times. Music was super chill and fun. They interacted w the crowd. Meat Mojo made us a killer perfect medium rare steak! His ninja sauce is a kicked up chimichurri sauce and was UH-MAZING! Th added pineapple option was perfect. Pasta salad side was kick ass! We will be back!

Great chill spot in the Heights! Really divey. Friendly staff, lots of seating and parking, a very cool backyard patio, and great beer selection! There's a nice little pool table and an old fashioned jute box(I love those things). Saw The Damned Truth there in February and it was awesome. Their Thursday Steak Night and Blues Jam is AWESOME!!! The music inside is out of this world- the sax player blows he brass off that horn of his! And the food is phenomenal! It's not just steak but a wide array of carnivorous goodness: Ribeyes, Strips, Lamb Chops, Pork Chops, and more. I know, lamb in a bar? But seriously, try it and you'll be back the next Thursday for more... with your friends. Only downside is they only accept cash for the food but there's an ATM in the bar for a small fee. They have a cool little farmers market the 2nd Sunday of the month where you can drink some of the best Bloody Marys in town while shopping for fresh produce, art, jewelry, piglets, or CBD salve. Like... everything you need, right? Oh! And their bathrooms are always really clean. We love this place.

We only come here in Thursday's when Mojo Meats are cooking steak, so I can't speak of other nights. We always have a good time. Bartender is nice and the live music is great as well. Not a fancy place. More of a local neighborhood bar. There is a patio area which many people enjoy as well.

They're putting a lot of work in here, and you can really tell. They've finally got a FULL BAR too! Usually a $10 cover, but it goes to the band. Dan's really does support live/local music, and if you're a musician, you'll appreciate them. JC, their sound guy, is the sh-t. He'll make you sound like a pro, even if you're not. The crowd is super friendly, a lot of people have been going there for years. The most amazing thing about Dan's is their KILLER patio. You'd never expect something that rad in the heights. It's HUGE, beautiful, and lots of really social areas, mixed with some darker corners for privacy. Full of hippies, everyone's chill. I've never met a real jerk there, and I've been there plenty of times. Bring cash for the door.

This place is a joke. One weekend they have no protocol for covid this weekend they have a bartender with a attitude trying enforce a new one. Service is terrible unless you are the one of maybe 4 regulars at the bar. Save your money find a more new patron friendly place to spend your money. I certainly will.

Neon lights of an odd looking creature devouring a guitar beckon you to come hither and close enough for you to wander bravely, yet cautiously, to the front doors of Dan Electro's Guitar Bar. The odor of stale beer and musty old walls hits you as the unofficial greeter just inside the doors of this original Heights establishment. It's blanketed with black walls that have more black light paintings on them than most nightclubs and has the distinct feel of a dive bar gone retro....except that they're still stuck in 1980 when their decorator died. Who doesn't love free parking? Probably the owner of a brand new BMW; otherwise, be prepared for a gravel parking lot. There is ample free parking, just ensure not to park in front of the bar next door since they don't take kindly to patrons of Dan Electro's Guitar Bar parking in front of their business. If gravel isn't ideal for your new vehicle, you might be able to find some street parking, but it is very limited. Sorry valet parking lovers, this place just isn't hip enough to have a valet service available. Depending on the night you choose to take in the sounds of local musicians, you may have to pay a cover charge. Check the website or call the bar to ensure whether or not there will be a cover charge. I personally opt for the evening where there is no cover charge so I don't feel obligated to stay longer than I need or want to. For me, the crowd and music determine whether I want to linger longer for a listen or to carry on to the next bar. The music and artists are as eclectic as the patrons. Some have the appearance that they're just a shade higher than the panhandlers on the street, while others look like the new yuppies that are taking over the west Heights neighborhood. The place has plenty of sticky surfaces, table tops, and seats to make any germaphobe go crazy. If you get a little too drunk, don't worry because they have a couple of couches to crash on until you sober up. There's no smoking inside, but they do have a very large outdoor back patio for smokers to enjoy while still catching the view of the band du jour. Drink prices are extremely reasonable with this being a beer and wine establishment. No liquor sales here, so if beer or wine isn't your thing, then have a soda. There's no beer on tap, everything is either bottled or canned, making this an ideal place for koozie users. This is one of Houston's best kept secrets for live music and reasonably priced beer for anyone looking for a decent place to escape for the evening.

A solid, welcoming neighborhood bar with no frills, no judgement, no craziness - super chill, great diversity of patrons, amazing porkchops on Thursday nights (got a chop + side for $10). No cover. Had a great blues band playing live, but also has a massive patio in the back if you want somewhere a bit more quiet. I will be returning a billion times over!

Love seeing Steve Krase and the in crowd at this place! Only reason I come. Plus drink prices are very affordable. No only that, lots of parking and great for big groups. Unfortunately food is basic like hot dogs and burgers. Food trucks come save them!!

Great little hold in the wall! Great prices and great staff!! Big outdoor yard you can sit out and drink! Pets are welcomed!

BYOliquor , free parking, clean bathrooms and chill vibe what's not to love ? Actually, if you want food from the bar good luck not passing out before it arrives but other than that no complaints

I have attended many "Blues-venues" at DEGB....This past Saturday, Mar-15, OMAR & da-Howlers...What a show of bending notes and ride of Delta Blues. I never have been disappointed !! Its a GEM of local flavor, small as you can meet the artist, get a few up-close photos, when the weather is good, expansive out-door patio area to wander about and a dance floor as the music moves ya. They have beer & wine, its how they pay for the artist and keep the front door open, or you can BYOB. It is in the middle of the Heights homes, so parking can be a problem or plan a cab. THIS IS NOT THE CYNTHIA WOODS PAVILION.....just saying :)

Good vibes and very kind bartender. Pool table, lounge-like and nice outdoor space with the trees. Apparently they have an amazing steak night if you like steak.

Such a cool spot! Cheap drinks, great music, pool tables and a huge outdoor area. Love our new spot!

Who would have thought there was a hole in the wall music venue a few blocks off Main Street deep in the Heights!?!? It is definitely a small exclusive bar that you almost feel special that you get to go! It's very underground and very rough around the edges, but in that "Viper Room" kind of way. I'm thinking you could catch some great up and coming Houston bands here! I got to see two of the best! The Journey Agents and Spain Colored Orange! The beer selection is very decent, but it is just that beer (and wine). But don't fret, grab your own bottle of Jack and they will provide your set-up! They have a patio out back and tables inside! If you are brave, there is plenty of space to get your groove on, or just admire the band up front! Parking can be a little tricky, and as in every neighborhood, careful where you park.

Chill vibe... great music... no dressing code... that's everting I was looking for! Will come back for sure!