Stray Pirate - Tropical Cocktails & Effects
Bar · Downtown South ·
Sunken pirate ship cocktail lounge with dog portraits & exotic elixirs
Sunken pirate ship cocktail lounge with dog portraits & exotic elixirs
"A popular shipwreck‑themed, dog‑centric bar known for its cozy, chaotic vibe and tropical cocktails; the team describes it as a sunken‑ship concept where patrons can grab a tropical drink and embrace a playful, piratelike atmosphere. The spot set the tone for the neighboring lounge and operates on a limited weekly schedule, opening in the afternoons midweek through the weekend." - Ryan Slattery
"You don’t need to know the lore to enjoy a drink at Stray Pirate. But the imagined tale of a pirate ship cursed by a sea witch — its crew transformed into dogs and its vessel sunken to the sea floor — sure makes it a lot more fun. Portraits of distinguished pirate dogs hang on the shiplap walls, holes jutting from the sides give peeks to the ocean and the squids and sharks that lurk beyond. But none of the theatrics detract from the drinks. Traditional tiki drinks are well-executed, but owner and mixologist Chris “Tater” Gutierrez expands on the category, pouring excellent cocktails like the reposado, watermelon, and jalapeno-based Robbing the Gulf and the Hera the Dog with vodka, Svöl Aquavit gin, strawberries, rhubarb, and lemon." - Janna Karel
"If you want to feel like you’re spending an evening inside a sunken pirate ship captained by dogs at the bottom of the ocean, the Arts District’s Stray Pirate sets the mood for an adventurous evening and masterfully crafted tropical cocktails, perfect for Downtown dilettantes and pup lovers. The walls and ceiling are adorned with ropes, lanterns, decorative glass floats and leis, and the handcrafted custom mugs and paw-printed tiki cups are as creative as the drinks themselves. The Virgin Voyage puts a spirit-free spin on traditional tiki drinks, with a Dry Tai, Jungle Blurred, and Captain’s Choice No-Jito that are just as garnished and aflame as their boozy counterparts. The Pain-Thriller, in particular, is perfectly light, sweet, and coconutty." - Emmy Kasten
"A playful tropical cocktail bar with indulgent twists on classics and an immersive, underwater-style design aesthetic." - Janna Karel
"A nautically styled cocktail bar offering tropical-inspired drinks and boisterous maritime decor designed to transport guests into a playful island mood." - Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines