Lightnin's Good Times

"With no shortage of bars in the neighborhood, Lightnin’s Good Times feels special. Brought by the team behind EZ’s Liquor Lounge, the “dive” bar keeps the lighting low, the A.C. on high, and the drinks flowing. On any given day, you’ll see folks engaged in intense games of pool or dancing along to the cumbia bumping through the speakers. Come on the weekend for a party, or during the week when it’s less crowded so you can kick it at the bar with a Lone Star and a shot of whiskey." - chelsea thomas, gianni greene

"Housed in the old digs of the now-shuttered Miss Carousel, this new East Downtown bar offers its menu of cold beer, “damn fine cocktails” like its caramelized pineapple mule, and its signature green tea and Mexican candy shots — all of which can be enjoyed to its soundtrack of live music and DJ sets. Lightnin’s offers slices of Vinny’s pizza for bargoers who work up an appetite." - Brittany Britto Garley, Megha McSwain

"Lightnin’s Good Times comes from the same folks behind , and captures the essence of a dive bar: $4 beers, pool tables, and very dimly lit. Expect the bar to be packed out, especially on the weekends when the hottest DJs take over the stage to play the latest hits. Have a pineapple moscow mule, a “Hennything’s possible” cocktail, and sing your heart out to Daddy Yankee. And if you’re feeling peckish, grab a slice from their sister restaurant, Vinny’s, right next door. " - Gianni Greene

"Brighten up your night with this new neon-lit EaDo bar. The successor to Agricole Hospitality’s Miss Carousel, Lightnin’s offers a bevy of entertainment — with vintage neon lights that illuminate the space, plus pool tables, darts, pinballs, multiple TVs perfect for watching the game, patio, and live music on certain nights of the week. The “Damn Fine Cocktails” are bound to improve the night, with Ranch Waters, a refreshing cucumber-infused G&T, and a Henny-Things Possible, made with Hennessy Cognac, Apricot, Lemon Juice, & champagne." - Brittany Britto Garley

"This week, Houston Chronicle dining critic Alison Cook took a look at EaDo newcomer Indianola, and her findings were pretty uneven. According to Cook, the restaurant does boast some excellent dishes — the crispy duck rice and butter bean hummus both earn raves — but the menu isn’t particularly cohesive and the chef has a tendency to oversalt. One star." - Amy McCarthy