Rudyard's

"Everything at Rudyard’s Pub is well-worn, from the wooden bar and checkered floors, to the scruffy dogs scattered around the sidewalk patio. The Montrose bar has warm, third-place energy. It’s a space that lets you be around others, even if you want to be alone. Most people here are knocking around the pool table or darts board, typing away on a laptop and taking occasional swings from a pint of amber ale, or loitering until the comedy club upstairs opens. It’s also a great spot for a solo meal. The folks behind Gold Tooth Tony’s manage the Rudz menu and have stocked it full of over-the-top dishes like a spaghetti grilled cheese on thick Texas toast or a sandwich stuffed with a 10oz ribeye and a borderline obscene amount of melted provolone. They also serve a classic griddled cheeseburger with a hefty, backyard-style patty and extra American cheese. Upgrade to a side of tater tots for the ultimate nostalgic bar burger. photo credit: Chelsea Thomas" - Chelsea Thomas

"This Montrose institution has been a comfort food mainstay for over 40 years and still offers one of the best bargains in town with its Thursday night steak special. Swing by and get a 16-ounce (or larger) rib-eye or NY strip with hearty sides like their riff on mashed potatoes doused in cheese, a Caesar salad, and a pint of draft beer for $35. Additional pints are $5 all night." - Brittany Britto Garley, Sean Hekmat

"This beloved Montrose watering hole is a favorite on Mondays for its free open mic comedy nights. The two-story bar has plenty of space to spread out, including a lively front patio, and a full menu featuring bar snacks like pickle dip and nachos, plus meaty sandwiches and 12-inch cheesy pizzas." - Sean Hekmat

"Rudy’s Detroit-style “Majickal Squares” are just that: magical. The Black Gold chicken pizza with chicken, its sweet and tangy Black Gold barbecue sauce, brick cheese, chives, and hot honey will be sure to bring you back to life." - Katie Holtman

"Rudyard’s is a bi-level British pub with darts, pool, and shuffleboard. Upstairs, there’s a stage for live shows and an open space for Wednesday night board game meet ups. The menu highlights British staples like fish and chips with malt vinegar and one of Houston’s can’t-miss burgers." - Baylea Jones