Rudyard's

I absolutely love this place. The atmosphere is awesome. Great beer selection. The staff is super nice. The food is so delicious! We came from Michigan and it just happened so happened that this place was right around the corner, they had lone star, which is what I was after. I walked in and just fell in love with the place. I am actually super sad that I could possibly never be there again. If it was in my home town I would be like Norm, or Frank Gallagher and always there with a specific stool. If you want a great time go here.

I almost hate to give my 5-star because i LOVE the neighborhood vibe here. But honestly, drinks are great, food is great, and ambiance is a cool neighborhood vibe. The bartenders are fantastic and it’s just a cool place to hang out.

The beer prices aren’t too shabby. Paid $7 for draft lager but the food? Meh. I definitely wouldn’t come back to eat. Was out first time and had been super excited by the other foods I seen, maybe I just picked the wrong plate but overall just wasn’t for me. The spaghetti Meatball Sammy was falling apart and I understand that would happen but they put no love into the “garlic” bread to make it toasty what so ever which made the Sammy weak. The bread didn’t even taste like garlic and the noodles lacked sauce. My boyfriend’s fruit pie was horrendous to me. Cheese wasn’t melted at all and chips kind of tasted stale. The dip was not hot either and lacked flavor. Mostly all our food was not fresh as it could’ve been. Maybe won’t come back so late in the night for food. For 2 beers, appetizer, and 2 “plates” it was $60. Deff not worth what they charge.

Stopped by on a Saturday afternoon for a drink and some apps. The staff was very friendly and had great beer recommendations! I enjoyed the laid back vibe and enjoyed the atmosphere.

I've been here a few times to attend the comedy show that they have during the week by Riot and once to one of the poetry nights that they have. The food is really good here and the drinks are really good as well. I'm beginning to become a frequent flyer. Everything is good all around. Great vibes.

Very good prices on food and drinks. Looks like it's three venues in one, but it's a nice spot :) parking is a mild pain, but it's bad everywhere locally there. Good staff and crowd, will try to visit more often!!

Disappointing experience! The food was not up to my standards Unfortunately, my dining experience wasn’t quite what I had hoped for. The food was a bit disappointing, with the dough feeling cold and raw. The bartenders also seemed a bit disinterested and unfriendly. I’m sure there are other restaurants out there that offer better service and food quality. , “cold and still raw dough”, and the bartenders seemed disinterested and unfriendly. I’m sure there are other dining options that offer better service and quality food.

This bar deeply disappointed me. About a year ago, I experienced what felt like blatant racism and discrimination after supporting this neighborhood bar for years so much so that I would regularly promote it to others as if it were my own. One night, I brought a visiting friend and told them how great it was for meeting new people. When we arrived, I asked the bartender to surprise me with something creative. He rolled his eyes at me. After he delivered the drink and walked away, I tried to get his attention to compliment it and suggest they add it to the menu. He responded by saying, “You need to calm down, or else.” I was stunned and stayed quiet while my friend started talking to a nearby group. I wasn’t interacting with anyone else. Later, my friend mentioned I shared a zodiac sign with someone, called my name, and I responded excitedly with a quick “OMG, hey!” At that moment, the bartender pointed at me and said, “That’s it you’re out.” I calmly responded that I’d get my things and leave, but before I could, he rushed out from behind the bar and physically shoved me toward the door. I barely stayed on my feet. Outside, I was hurt and confused. I approached a staff member someone I had a complicated past with to try and explain the situation and ask for help retrieving my things. He shouted at me to leave and refused to engage. I only tried talking to him because the bouncer was ignoring me, my belongings were still inside, and I couldn’t reach my friend. That night was supposed to be a joyful one a celebration of life and of overcoming so much. Instead, it spiraled into chaos. Staff accused us of actions we didn’t commit, and although things got tense, all legal charges against me were eventually dropped. I acknowledge that my behavior outside the bar could have been better I own that. But I’ve always been told, “Never wrestle with pigs. You get dirty, and the pig likes it.” This experience left me deeply hurt, and while I’ve tried to move on, the way I was treated still lingers.

Hands down, our favorite bar in Houston. Excellent vibe, wonderful bartenders, and now they have Gold Tooth Tony's Pizza too?! Rudyards is a Houston gem and one of a kind! Don't ever change, Rudyards!

*Discriminatory establishment* I have been here countless times throughout the day to pickup togo orders for myself and have had zero issues with the bartenders. However, I went for the first time at night and had a completely different experience. I walked up to the bar and there were no other customers wanting to be serviced. The lady bartender still did not come my way. I waited. Two minutes later, three gentlemen walked up to the bar and immediately they were serviced. I had to get the bartender's attention just so I can give them my name for my order. I'm highly compelled to believe that if I was of another race or gender there would not have been a problem. I waited over five minutes to be serviced at a bar that was empty when I arrived. Highly unacceptable!

Attended for a comedy event and this was my first time visiting Rudyard's. I walked in and downstairs was hosting a trivia night and upstairs was the comedy show. Must say, this is your typical hole in the wall location. (well that is the vibe you will get). I did not order food as I was unsure if food was available but they did have a full menu available. I ordered drinks and they are moderately priced (a bit up there given the location). But overall enjoyed the comedy show!

Great tap list! It's a shame Jessa the bartender has a huge attitude problem. I was looking forward to having a nice spot with good cold drinks but this woman is beyond abrasive. At 5:59 we tried to get one last beer in for happy hour and as the clock turned 6:00 we asked if happy hour prices are still valid and she scowled as she said "NOPE!" I would have bought another round or two had we not been treated like sh!t. Plenty of other options in the neighborhood. Sorry to have inconvenienced you by showing up, Jessa! Giving 2 stars instead of 1 because the beer selection *is* legit. Maybe Jessa should go to the vending machine and get some gummies to mellow out a bit.

I've been here several times over the years. The tater tots are a classic. Food is decent for bar food. I like the low-key atmosphere. You can play darts or shuffle board with friends and there are a lot of interesting events upstairs. Would recommend!

Friendly, relaxing, fun crowd. Music is maintained at an energetic but "not-too-loud" volume. Bartenders are fast, friendly, and efficient. Treat yourself and order a "DETROIT STYLE" pizza from the "GOLD TOOTH TONY'S" menu. One of the best pizzas in Houston!

Can i just say YUM Parking is across the street - so no issue there. And you grab a menu and order at the bar. They will bring out your food, so order and snag a table. We loved the Detroit pizza - gooey cheesy yummy goodness. Just order it. Tried the Old Fashioned and some No Label beers. Loved it all. Can't wait to go back.

The food wasn't all that, the Margherita pizza lacked flavor and no fresh basil. The Detroit style pizza was ok, lacked flavor as well. The server was blah and didn't show any enthusiasm when greeting patrons. The ambiance was that of a cheers bar scene. Nothing special

Man, I hate to be writing this review because I thought this place was pretty cool. I went here for a comedy show a few weeks ago and hate a great time. Today I ordered their Gay-Fil-A because I love a good chicken sandwich and I love supporting businesses that support the lgbtq community in some way. I'd heard great things about it so I thought I'd finally try it. So I ordered it from Uber Eats. The food arrives on time, I open it up because I'm super excited to try this sandwich. When I tell you I was stunned at what when in the box omfg. Not only did I receive a partially incorrect order but my sandwich was not even WARM, it was BURNT, the bread was SOGGY, and it looked like somebody SAT ON IT. It looked so gross that I didn't even take a bite and lost my appetite. To claim to make a sandwich that competes with Chick-Fil-A without the "homophobia" and then to send out something that disgusting to a customer trying to support your business is just down right disrespectful. Turns out your Gay-Fil-A is not something you all care about at all. Thankfully I got a refund from Uber Eats. I will definitely not be giving you all my business ever again

Soooo...I believe if you "DO IT" & proud of what you do...then it's "OK" to talk about it.‍ We to Rudyard's for a "PIZZA" and Rissa Scott wanted a "RED WINE". All they had they had was "CANNED" Red Wine...the issue...why "DA FUCK" is a "CANNED WINE" is $13.00???!! #WTF The 4 pack if $19.00!! You charging $13 for 1 can of cheap red wine from a $19.00 4-PACK!!?? First question that comes to mind is are you "OVER-CHARGING" certain ethnic groups more than others?? (Mind you, the pizza is $14.00!!)

Another weekend, another birthday celebration! Rudz was a great spot for today's casual activities. We were able to have a corner of the pub for our rather large group. There was a corner where I shamelessly failed at darts and the artwork was quirky and fun to look at. The thin crust pizza was a warm and yummy treat. My friends enjoy their pepperoni pie as well! I recommend you try their Espolon Mango Margarita- the tajin rim added a perfect balance to the sweetness of the mango, with just the right amount of alcohol. Our bartender was patient and kind as I explored their menu. Pro tip- come early! There's free parking across the street.

The rotating beer selection is great. The food is pretty uniformly outstanding. The regular crowd is terrific. Sometimes, like my last visit a week ago, some of the folks who pass through on the way to the comedy club upset the harmony I typically experience. In this case it was what appeared to be 3 (or at least 2.5) generations of a redneck family who insisted they be admitted to a bar without any ID of any kind. Pappy, who was the spitting image of Uncle Baby Billy from the Gemstones, wore a bright blue blazer over wranglers, and had a ghost white pompadour haircut that in hindsight must've been a hairpiece. He was extremely upset that policy and state agency law were not going to be overlooked by the doorman, and decided that peppering the man with racial slurs was the best shot he had at getting his way. When they were finally convinced they couldn't get in with Uncle Baby Billy's sugar talk, they all angrily shuffled back towards their monster truck to return to Mayberry. When they reached the corner and I suppose felt far enough to avoid a physical confrontation, Uncle Baby Billy shouted "Go [copulate with] yourself, you [copulating][hispanic man]". I don't think there is any place for this type of bologna in public in this day and age. Your kids should be ashamed of you Uncle Baby Billy, and if they aren't, then my suspicion about how poorly you must've raised them is hereby confirmed. Good luck with the carnival life, and Godspeed. Love, Turd Ferguson

Their food used to be good. But now their food is sub par. Their pizza is thick and super greasy.

Love this place. I have been here to eat a few times and comedy shows. The Detroit pizza is the best. It is so cheesy and flavorful. You must get it. Drinks are good too. I think I had a spicy margarita...yum! Even if you are not going to a show it is a great place for pizza and drinks.

We went to Rudyard's a few weeks back because of the Game of Thrones watch party advertised online. It's a super chill vibe and quite possibly the best little pub I've been to in Houston. Not a fancy place, but I can promise you won't be disappointed by the food. Food and drink orders are taken at the bar; servers will bring your food to the table once it's ready. We tried the garlic hot dog and two different pizzas. Both pizza styles they serve are delicious but the Detroit style is WOW! Highly recommend the traditional-ish and Gains Bro pizzas. Looking forward to our next visit

Last night I came to meet a friend. I had not had a sip of alcohol and I don't take medication. I got cut off and hadn't even ordered anything. Hilarious. Jack ass.

Never order via UberEats or DoorDash. They Never include condiments! Why would I order beer battered fish & chips and not expect tarter, vinegar nor ketchup multiple occasions

Food was okay. Service was a lot hard to get. Don't go to a beer place for whiskey. Ambience was cool decor is not bad at all.

This place is so fun! We came early for a comedy show. It has the homey, the bartenders were nice but not too nice. The show was amazing. I look forward to coming back.

The food, good. The prices on the drinks, great. The facility, mediocre to dive. The staff, ok.

Great food. I'm an open person - but went in wearing my 'He has Risen Ya'll' Ronks shirts and was thoroughly roast by a few staff members. Good food just doesn't taste as good when you are afraid of it being tainted. Only hate going on there is Christian hate. I won't be back. I sure miss the Black Lab

Went there tonight for the first time. The space is cool and laid back and the drinks are good. It was steak night so I tried the ribeye. It was a nice piece of meat but way too much salt. I could barely eat it and I like salty food. Staff is cool and helpful.

Great local bar. Really good beer selection and I enjoy going to play darts and see comedy shows. The food is honestly SO good, especially for a bar. Mac and cheese pizza is to die for! Staff is always friendly and helpful, definitely recommend.

anniversary.this year. Rudyard's hosts special event. The service is prompt and friendly. The crowd diverse and welcoming. It is a community. Wide selection of beers you will not available anywhere elsewhere. Craft cocktails Rudz is also a Gastropub with great food . Always great vegan options.an eclectic menu that changes the a of monthly. If you're not a drinker the food is worth the trip. I had pasta primavera which was as good as any I have ever had to include Rome. And Bensonhurst. Served with a garlic and olive oil sauce which was flavorful. It was also vegan. The chicken and dumplings come in broth to preserve constancy. It is also a great venue. Do not pass up this Montrose legend

Rudyard's having a 3.5 star rating is pretty absurd. They're a Houston institution! They have damn good bar food (like Detroit style pizza, fish tacos, & salads), interesting and reasonably priced beers, events, and don't have an ounce of pretension.

Fun place to hang out. Trivia and comedy night are fun week night activities and draw a solid crowd. Food and drink prices are normal for Montrose. I had the Black Gold Chicken pizza (Detroit style) and enjoyed it. The rest of the menu looks great so I look forward to trying more in the future!

Lys & William were the absolute BEST!!!! gave me the best service & recommended the best food & service was amazing!! tasty drinks & food!!! great vibes! came for a comedy show with my friend & will be back!!(: Yhey Had a penis bottle opener i almost stole. maybe next time.

chicken basket burnt, hard, dry uneatable! fish and chips, cold and raw! Server rude, condescending.left everything on the paper plate!

I've been coming here for years, and it's one of my go to bars, especially since my friend lives around the corner. It's what I would call a laid back, small, chill neighborhood bar, a real contrast to the ever growing crowded Montrose cocktail bars nearby. With the more recent change of a new chef, menu, and drinks, Rudyards is better than ever. With signature cocktails, beers on tap, cozy patio, games, and nightly events, a lot of friendly people gather here. Monday night's stand up comedy night is always a good time. If you're a fan of darts, they have you covered. If it's chilly, they have a few heat lamps to warm you up. Hope to see you there!

Great drinks, food and service! Definitely a casual layback place to hang out with friends. I particularly enjoyed the outdoor fire pits on a chilly night. I highly recommend the Longbranch Sour and their oh so fabulous Gay-fil -A chicken sandwich!! (an absolute must have and make it spicy ) And if you're not in the mood to eat or drink anything I'd recommend still reading the menu. The menu item titles and descriptions are incredibly entertaining

Dog friendly on the patio and inside yay! Excellent bar food and free tater tots when you check in on Yelp - double yay! We heard that the Pizzas here are legit awesome but we're not in the mood during our visit. The tater tot baskets are huge and one order will serve at least 4 people. There is street parking and parking across the street. Friendly and accommodating staff that are consistently checking on you for drinks etc. Definitely would return here for a try at the pizza and better Darts!

Food was delicious and they were very nice the whole time. Drinks menu was really interesting and you can add interesting things to it. Went there for the comedy panel and had a lot of fun! Service was good and they make you laugh and the girl at the bar was super nice to us!

First time here and I am IMPRESSED. Bar food really shouldn't mean shitty food and they proved that. We were attracted to this place because 1) they do allow dogs and 2) they had some interesting food choices and we were not disappointed. The patty melt was everything you'd wish in one. Our one complaint was that the bread could have been toasted a bit more. However once you take that first bite you don't even think about it because it still had a crispy but soft taste. The tater tots? Probably some of the best around (which goes with their curly fries also). The chicken sandwich has to be the 2nd best one I've had. The first? A place in Arkansas so I'm not able to get it very often. However the sandwich came with TWO chicken patties that were crispy and cooked amazingly. They put a carrot 'slaw' on it almost which was an interesting twist also. The server was very helpful and did an awesome job checking on us since we were the only two people outside. The patio is kind of small and they don't really have many 'tables' out there but don't let that detour you if you want to try their food with your pup. They had fantastic beer selections and a variety of them. There were some items on the menu we were interested in but they had already taken them off and just haven't updated their menu, however I'm eager to go back and try some more!

Can't speak to the food but the drinks are decently priced and this is an excellent performance venue. The Riot hosts weekly comedy shows here (I've been there twice) and the vibe is fantastic

Got the pepperoni pizza with a beer after a show. Nice crispy thin crust and a little greasy but great bar pizza overall. Solid 7.7 pizza

The BEST PLACE EVER!!!! Thank you so much Brittany was the most sweetest pleasant lady ever! My god it's my birthday and they treated me so well!! I got the BLT sandwich and it was by far the best SHIT ever. The whole staff is just amazing. I highly recommend very reasonable prices!!! I'll be back for Brittany this week! I'm sooooo grateful I came the place was perfect. Great music just absolutely amazing with fast service!!!

Did not try the food. Came for the Riot comedy show. There were 5 different comedians that came on stage, and they all had a unique comedy skit. Not too many people came to the comedy show, but the ambience was nice. We also played darts downstairs which was fun, and it was a very cozy bar/ pub. Employees were very nice and helpful. Tickets for comedy show were also cheap.

Rudyard's put back their old pub sign! It's a classic. Will be in for a pint to celebrate!

Went to this restaurant one weekend. Got there right when it opened on Saturday. No one was in the restaurant so we had the entire place to ourselves. I saw on the menu that there was spaghetti grilled cheese. I was super interested in trying it out because I had never thought of a combination like that. It sounds questionable but also delicious! The first couple of bites weren't bad but as I kept eating it, I wasn't a fan. It has a strange after taste to it that I didn't like. The tater tots were good though! There only seemed to be one person working at that time so the customer service was pretty slow. The food also took a long time to come out. Maybe because it just opened? The drinks were a bit pricey as well and were very small.

Great show! We had a great time and enjoyed Jason Cheny's comedy show. Looking forward for more shows soon.

The riot comedy club upstairs was cool. Nice vibe . We got there early and ate Chicken strips wife got were dry and over cooked Fish tacos I got were not bad . Lotta cabbage but very skimpy on the sauce . But the beans served with them were room temperature at best . It kinda gave me a good dive bar feel till I realized it was a dive bar in Montrose and the bar tab ended up being $178 for cans of wine, lone stars, two double bourbons and said food with some chips with pickle dip . I always judge a good bar by my ability to get drunk . As in if bartenders don't pay attention or are slow you will never catch a buzz . One bartender seemed very annoyed and disinterested at best. The other seemed busy doing shift change work and it was hard to get a beer . Once another bartender came on it helped some but even with not a large crowd at 6pm you had to tackle them to get noticed. Not once was I asked if I needed another drink or if I was good . Bartenders in the comedy club upstairs were very fast and paid attention though . I do give thumbs up to them

Doorman who only referred to himself as "Staff" when asked for his name, was completely disrespectful and unprofessional. Watched him turn away a couple in their 40s-50s because they didn't have their ID's. He acted proud to kick them out, and referenced another couple from San Antonio that he had turned away the day before, who he admitted were also in their 50s. Drove from Austin to watch a comedian, and got turned away for the same thing, even after presenting a picture of my ID. He wouldn't allow us to speak to a manager, and was nasty to my mother. I would reconsider having him representing your company.

Finally got around to trying the new menu last night, and I went with an open mind that it could actually be better, but it was awful. You know how metallica's first couple albums ripped so hard and then they insisted on staying a band but totally sucking going forward? That's what happened to my beloved Rudyard's. Used to be one of my favorite restaurants and it's just not there anymore. So sad.

This review is solely about the food, I can't speak for the atmosphere or service, so make of it what you will. My cheese steak has no visible cheese and the meat is pretty tough and gristly. The gravy is alright though! Certainly needed. The side of black beans is basically a soup. No whole beans, no texture, it's just thick bean liquid. And very obviously no salt. It tastes like something you'd feed your grandma on her death bed. With a little salt and a few dashes of hot sauce it made for a decent dip for the sandwich. The garlic knots are underwhelming. They have a pretty good texture but somehow even the parmesan sprinkled on them tastes undersalted, same for the marinara dipping sauce. Nothing about the food I've eaten tonight makes me consider ever ordering from here again. I'd probably drop in for a drink if I was in the area but will definitely seek out sustenance elsewhere.

I recently have been coming to Rudyard's D&D event with BarHaven and have had the most wonderful experiences! The bartenders are friendly and have great recommendations and conversations, the food is creative and delicious (highly recommend the gay-fil-a or party potatoes), and the drinks are fantastic. While only a very tad bit pricey, the vibes, events, and food/drinks are worth it.

This is a super cool place! We went to the comedy last night. Jeremiah Watkins was absolutely hilarious. I originally got a table for 2 to hang out with a bud! But then another bud wanted to hang. So I checked and the show was sold out. I called to see if we could add my bud, and Zach told me we could and pay the online price at the door. Shout out to Rudyards staff and wait staff! Thank you! The bar downstairs is loaded with great beers and drinks. We got some pizza during the show, and yes people it was really good! I cannot wait to come again. People you should come here!

Hey guys try the tots they are transcendent super crunchy salty yummy I'm here for it all day XOXO #Karen No joke, pasghetti al dente sammich is legit. It's almost like a novelty silly order but it's for real the order you didn't know you needed. And it's PLANT BASED !!! Detroit pizza is bomb.com. But where is the ranch ??? Garlic knots were fire. Skip the spin dip. Pickle dip was weird.

Ordered pizza around 10:40. Pizza came out WAYY undercooked. Like dough was soggy fresh out of the oven. Really wasn't wanting the New York style pizza, I was looking for the Detroit style (which I thought was the only one they had), but I found out they have both as I wasn't asked which style pizza I was lookin for. So back to the soggy pizza...I asked the bartender/showed the bartender how terrible the pizza was and he agreed and said let me take it back there and get it right... He brought it back to me 10 seconds later and said the ovens were off and they couldn't do anything about it. I paid for everything and left tip as I was never looking for anything free. I left the pizza there for them 2 unfortunately. I've had great service and great pizza here in the past..unfortunately last two times I've had similar issues.

Food was ok. Pricey for a dive bar and it was just average. But the comedy show upstairs was disappointing. First, the microphone was painful. The bits were more for the shock effect than funny. People were laughing due to the dirty words not because it was funny. The main guy was rude to the other comedians because he picked on their looks, etc. Very Don Rickles...whom I disliked. He made rude comments to our group because we were elderly. We won't be back. His rudeness turned us off.