Best Fun Restaurants in Downtown / Old Market

Great atmosphere, awesome service, drinks were a little pricey but willing to pay the price for the experience you get in return.

I recently visited The City Pub with a friend before a concert at the Astro, and overall, it was a great experience. We kicked things off with an Espresso Martini made with Stoli Vanilla Vodka and a Modelo beer. The martinis were absolutely delicious — smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced. From the Shareables menu, we ordered the shrimp tacos, brussels sprouts, and rangoons. The presentation was beautiful, and each dish was well cooked and full of flavor. The shrimp tacos were fresh and flavorful, the rangoons were crispy and creamy, and the brussels sprouts were tasty — though I found the price for the sprouts a bit steep for the portion size. The ambiance was lively, likely because we were dining before a concert at the Astro and many others had the same idea. It was a bit loud, but not unmanageable. The ability to reserve a table through Open Table and be seated immediately was a huge plus. Service was also solid. Our server was new but very capable, and the staff running drinks and food were attentive and helpful. The City Pub delivered on both food and service — I’d definitely recommend it for a pre-show bite or drinks with friends.

So good! Great food and such a sweet server! Answered any questions on the menu and was a good vibe on the patio.