House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Houston

4.1

1428 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

8:00 PM

Great for live music
Good for special occasions
Romantic

Discover authentic Southern dining at House of Blues Restaurant and Bar located on the 1st floor of 1204 Caroline St. From our family-style dishes and craft cocktails to the best in live music and folk art, our restaurants deliver an unforgettable experience. Don't miss out on live performances in our restaurant from 6PM to 9PM Wed-Sat!

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Private dining

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(832) 667-7781
Website
http://www.houseofblues.com/houston/restaurant
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Carlos Villatoro
Private party facilities
House of Blues Houston encompasses approximately 43,000 square feet and houses a multi-level Music Hall featuring national and local live entertainment, a luxe VIP club and a dedicated space for private parties.
Private party contact
Amber Day: (832) 667-7756

Location
1204 Caroline St., Houston, TX 77002
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Dallas Street
Parking details
House of Blues, located in GreenStreet, offers several guest parking options. Valet parking is available at our front door. There are conveniently located parking garages at the corner of Polk and Fannin, and on Dallas Street between San Jacinto and Caroline. Street parking in the area is free after 6:00pm.
Public transit
The public transit spot nearest to House of Blues is located at the corner of San Jacinto Street and Dallas Street, just one block from the venue.
Entertainment
House of Blues Restaurant & Bar offers live entertainment most evenings. Please check website for featured artist.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

BBQ Nachos
four cheese sauce, avocado, roasted corn salsa, pickled red onion, tomato, Memphis BBQ sauce, cilantro crema, cotija cheese Option to add brisket or pulled pork
Crispy Fried Tenders
choose a style: Buffalo - house-made slaw, blue cheese dressing Charred Lemon & Garlic - crispy onions, ranch dressing
Loaded Fries
jalapeño-bacon, pickled red onion, four cheese sauce, cilantro crema, cotija cheese Option to add brisket or pulled pork
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
deep-fried, champagne vinaigrette

Salads

Southern Salad
mixed field greens, Fuji apple, white cheddar cheese, toasted pecans, champagne vinaigrette Option to add salmon, chicken breast, cajun shrimp, or avocado
Cobb Salad
romaine, grilled chicken, avocado, tomato, blue cheese crumble, bacon, hard-boiled egg, blue cheese dressing Option to add salmon, chicken breast, cajun shrimp, or avocado
Buffalo Chicken Salad
crispy fried tenders, romaine, shredded cabbage, tomato, celery, carrot, blue cheese crumble, ranch dressing Option to add salmon, chicken breast, cajun shrimp, or avocado

Mains

Jambalaya
sautéed chicken, andouille sausage, onion, bell pepper, celery, cajun rice Option to add shrimp
Blackened Salmon
creamed corn, andouille crumble, smoked paprika, scallion (available simply grilled)
Baby Back Ribs
house-made slaw, French fries, dill pickle chips, Memphis BBQ sauce Half or whole rack
NY Steak & Fries
blues rub, garlic fries, cajun butter, garlic aioli
Voodoo Shrimp
sautéed shrimp, Abita Amber beer reduction sauce, tomato, jalapeño-cheese cornbread
Fried Hot Chicken
two crispy-fried chicken breasts, Nashville hot sauce, house-made slaw,French fries, dill pickle chips (available plain)
Cajun Chicken Pasta
blackened chicken, penne pasta, cajun cream sauce, bell pepper, tomato, red onion, basil, parmesan Option to add cajun shrimp

Sandwiches and Burgers

HOB Smash Burger
double patty, brioche bun, American cheese, shredded lettuce, tomato, garlic aioli, red onion, dill pickle chips Served with French fries
BBQ Bacon Smash Burger
double patty, brioche bun, cheddar cheese, applewood bacon, crispy onions, Memphis BBQ sauce Served with French fries
Everything LegendaryTM Burger
built 100% vegan plant-based burger patty, American cheese, mixed greens, tomato, avocado salsa, smoked aioli Served with French fries
Shrimp Po' Boy
fried cajun shrimp, French bread, spiced remoulade, lettuce, dill pickle chips, tomato Served with French fries
The Yardbird
bourbon-butter-brushed fried chicken breast, brioche bun, house-made slaw, seasoned mayo, dill pickle chips (available simply grilled) Served with French fries
Smoked Brisket Sandwich
roasted garlic & herb aioli, crispy onions, garlic butter, brioche bun Served with French fries
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Memphis BBQ sauce, house-made slaw, dill pickle chips, brioche bun Served with French fries

Sides

Jalapeño Cornbread
with bourbon butter
Mac & Cheese Skillet
four cheese sauce, topped with toasted breadcrumbs
Gumbo
andouille sausage, chicken, onion, bell pepper, celery, cajun rice

Desserts

Key Lime Pie
coconut graham cracker crust, whipped cream, lime zest, shaved coconut
Bread Pudding
bourbon butter, toffee sauce
Brownie
vanilla ice cream, peanut butter sauce

Cocktails

Beast of Bourbon
Knob Creek bourbon, maple syrup, chocolate bitters, orange
Frisky Whiskey
Woodford Reserve bourbon, Luxardo Sangue Morlacco, lemon, orange, simple syrup
Crossroads Cadillac Margarita
Teremana blanco small batch tequila, triple sec, sweet & sour, topped with Grand Marnier
Fire Arrow Margarita
Flecha Azul blanco, Bittermens Hellfire, Cointreau, passion fruit, lime, agave
Strawberry Fields
Captain Morgan spiced rum, Disaronno amaretto, strawberry, passion fruit, mint, lime
Havana Twist Mojito
SelvaRey white rum, mint, raspberry, blackberry, lime
Rock Me Hurricane
Cruzan white and spiced rums, orange, lime, passion fruit, pomegranate, Myers's dark rum
Hound Dog Mule
Drake's Organic vodka, Owen's ginger beer & grapefruit, lime
Memphis Blues Sangria
red wine, brandy, fresh fruits and juices

What 1,428 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1

4.1 based on all time ratings

4Food
4.1Service
4.2Ambience
2.9Value

Noise • Moderate

1,428 Reviews

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great2dine
Houston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Restraurant perfect to grab a quick bite before concert. Wish menu offered a wider selection.
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iliketoeat
Houston
102 reviews
3.0
102 reviews
Dined on September 30, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The highlight of dinner was getting Fast Passes for the show that night and that should tell you everything you need to know about eating here. The server did a n okay job as we told him we were not in a hurry. We asked him to not put the dinner in until we finished the apps but our mains came about three minutes after the apps. The kitchen muffed it. Thn my husband and I both ordered the NY Strip medium rare. His was done properly and my was more raw than cooked. While I get that we weren't dining at a fine steak house, there is a difference between medium rare and blue/raw/Pittsburgh style. Had the steak been a tuna steak, it would have been perfect. But it wasn't tuna. So the kitchen totally redid the steak instead of just cooking the one I had some more ... maybe there are rules about this. In any event, my husband was done with his meal before I ever got mine. The restaurant offered nothing for this mistake; no apology from a manager, no discount, no comped meal, no free drink, no dessert. Really disappointed.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sorry to hear the restaurant is closing, in fact this was their last night to serve. Ate ate the bar and my server was very nice.
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ERICAG
San Antonio
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious! Cajun chicken pasta and the bbq burger. Drinks 10/10 Strawberry fields was soooo good!!! Service was quick and efficient. I definitely recommend this place.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had great service and food and a fun dinner with friends.
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EdwardG
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome place for a birthday celebration. We will definitely go back!
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hinesite20
Houston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
For many years I used to manage bars and restaurants, so please take my opinion into consideration. I ordered the chicken tenders plain ($14) and skillet macaroni and cheese ($10). Overpriced and subpar for the chicken tenders for sure. I could have ordered better chicken tenders at Raising Cane's for half the cost. The mac & cheese was good, but nothing special or spectacular about it to warrant charging $10. Again, overpriced for that. On another note, we walked in to the restaurant at 7 when the restaurant was not even full and we were required to have a reservation. We walked outside, put ourselves on the reservation list and walked back in. The reservation list was an absolutely ridiculous requirement considering after we walked back in, the restaurant did not fill up, but only thinned out more and it thinned out fast. Your employees should not have been turning people away like that if you want customers there. The next concert I go to there, I will not have any desire or reason to come early and eat at House of Blues. Having worked in the industry myself for many years, the only thing I can say good about your restaurant, was the waitress Libby was on point with attention to detail, and making sure we were accommodated well. The one thing I will give 5 stars for is the waitress name Libby for excellent service.
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joem
San Antonio
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I had the gumbo, it was good and good price. I would go back. Booking the table online was a little confusing
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TiffAnn
Houston
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 6, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
Loved the atmosphere and the entertainment. The food took a long time to come out but was good. Our waitress was horrible. She came by the table to get our drink order and luckily we were ready to order when she came back because we hardly saw her again after that. She brought us our check but none of the food on it was ours. We couldn't find our waitress or anyone to help us. I never got the margarita I ordered. When I asked the bartender for help and to cancel my drink, it still took her a long time to come back with the correct bill. She never apologized and no one ever came over to check on us. It's disappointing because the restaurant was really cool.
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StephanieT
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 6, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We drove into Houston to see a show at HOB with my husband and 14 y.o. son. We had reservations for dinner before the show. We arrive at 5:30pm on a Wednesday and the dining room was pretty open - probably didn't need the reservation just FYI. Bo Bottoms was singing (she's fab - covering acoustic versions of Taylor Swift and others plus a few originals - very talented!). The noise level was energetic yet we were able to have a conversation easily. Our waiter may have been the only waiter in the dining room - he seemed to be waiting on every table, but didn't miss a beat and everything was delivered on time and delicious. Giving the food 5 stars b/c it was exactly on point for what I expected - approachable bar bites and everything was super tasty. Thanks for a great trip!
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FAQs

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Houston offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (832) 667-7781.

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Houston is rated 4.1 stars by 1428 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

8:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Houston

1204 Caroline St., Houston, TX 77002

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Dallas Street
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
House of Blues, located in GreenStreet, offers several guest parking options. Valet parking is available at our front door. There are conveniently located parking garages at the corner of Polk and Fannin, and on Dallas Street between San Jacinto and Caroline. Street parking in the area is free after 6:00pm.
Public transit
The public transit spot nearest to House of Blues is located at the corner of San Jacinto Street and Dallas Street, just one block from the venue.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Carlos Villatoro
Entertainment
House of Blues Restaurant & Bar offers live entertainment most evenings. Please check website for featured artist.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.houseofblues.com/houston/restaurant
Phone number
(832) 667-7781
Private party facilities
House of Blues Houston encompasses approximately 43,000 square feet and houses a multi-level Music Hall featuring national and local live entertainment, a luxe VIP club and a dedicated space for private parties.
Private party contact
Amber Day: (832) 667-7756

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Houston

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Appetizers

BBQ Nachos

Crispy Fried Tenders

Loaded Fries

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Salads

Southern Salad

Cobb Salad

Buffalo Chicken Salad

Mains

Jambalaya

Blackened Salmon

Baby Back Ribs

NY Steak & Fries

Voodoo Shrimp

Fried Hot Chicken

Cajun Chicken Pasta

Sandwiches and Burgers

HOB Smash Burger

BBQ Bacon Smash Burger

Everything LegendaryTM Burger

Shrimp Po' Boy

The Yardbird

Smoked Brisket Sandwich

Pulled Pork Sandwich

Sides

Jalapeño Cornbread

Mac & Cheese Skillet

Gumbo

Desserts

Key Lime Pie

Bread Pudding

Brownie

Cocktails

Beast of Bourbon

Frisky Whiskey

Crossroads Cadillac Margarita

Fire Arrow Margarita

Strawberry Fields

Havana Twist Mojito

Rock Me Hurricane

Hound Dog Mule

Memphis Blues Sangria

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Houston offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Houston restaurant rated?

Is House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Houston currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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