Johnny McElroys

1223 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77019, United States

Johnny McElroys

About the Company

rating: 4.4

Johnny McElroy's offers a taste of Ireland in the heart of Houston. This casual pub boasts an extensive selection of over 50 beers on tap, alongside classic cocktails. The menu caters to all appetites, and the spacious dog-friendly patio provides a welcoming atmosphere for both socializing and unwinding.

Categories

  • Irish pub
  • Bar
  • Bar & grill
  • Cocktail bar
  • Pub
  • Restaurant

Contact Information

Phone: +1 713-523-2444

Website: http://www.johnnymcelroys.com/

Address: 1223 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX 77019, United States

Working hours
  • Sunday: 11 AM–2 AM
  • Monday: 2 PM–2 AM
  • Tuesday: 2 PM–2 AM
  • Wednesday: 2 PM–2 AM
  • Thursday: 2 PM–2 AM
  • Friday: 2 PM–2 AM
  • Saturday: 11 AM–2 AM

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Reviews

Review №1

Rating: 5

Go dogs

Date: 6 days ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

Lovely spot to watch games and relax

Date: a week ago

Review №3

Rating: 1

Was sitting indoor at the bar. Bartender opened the window once a guy outside started smoking. I asked her politely to close the window and I got a snarky response of nope! That s the owner. So if you want second hand smoke at an indoor establishment, this is your place

Date: a week ago

Review №4

Rating: 5

Date: a week ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

Such a cute spot. Houston blues!

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Great place for beers on tap. Mixed drinks are good. I usually come here for my soccer teams supporters club and steak night on Tuesdays

Date: a month ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

Great neighborhood bar. Nice patio!

Date: a month ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

Super clean first time I see an Irish Pub so clean and very cute little house that reminds me when I use to live in Florida .. Love the atmosphere.. keep it up

Date: 2 months ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

Cool little bar with a great staff

Date: 3 months ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Food was amazing

Date: 6 months ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Tuesday night: one of THE BEST steak nights in Houston. Hidden gem for sure. Ill mos def be back for the shrimp & grits. Thanks for dinner!!!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Great daily deals , the staff is always friendly, feels like a true neighborhood style bar

Date: 6 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Great neighborhood pub. Parking: Parking in the back Service : 5/5 |

Date: 9 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 4

Date: 9 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

We live watching UGA football with the alumni association!!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Great food, attentive staff, chilled environment.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 4

Date: 11 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Great food, drinks and friendly patrons. Definitely plan on being back. Especially if Lauren is on shift. Kudos!

Date: a year ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

Great neighborhood spot with a great atmosphere, great patio, great selection of beer on tap. Great looking bar staff with awesome service!! Ive been going here since they opened. Cant wait for football season with all their TVs. Food : 5/5

Date: a year ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Alyssa is amazing! I think that every time I see her when I walk in!

Date: a year ago

Review №34

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №39

Rating: 4

Fun neighborhood bar.

Date: a year ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Awesome place, highly recommend. Especially for St. Patricks day

Date: a year ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

The bartenders are super nice and quick!

Date: a year ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Top notch place to watch sports and have some cocktails! We love the bartenders here too! The manager Brittany and bartender Lauren are our favorites! Don t miss out on Tuesday Steak night, one of the best in Houston!

Date: a year ago

Review №47

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Service and food are great! Very welcoming people working. I m from Ireland, and don t really see why they say Irish pub but definitely enjoyed myself and will be back

Date: a year ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

Great bartenders. Super friendly. Great place to watch basically any game.

Date: a year ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Great prices, great atmosphere, and there is one bartender we love! Compared to other places, this bar cant be beat in my opinion!

Date: a year ago

Review №57

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №59

Rating: 3

Average pub grub, great selections of tap beers and bottled, several flavors of Jameson on hand for crazy shots. Good feel

Date: a year ago

Review №60

Rating: 2

On Tuesdays they have steak and its kinda expensive and just meh. Comment from owner: Thank you for your feedback, however the steak is done by an outside vendor. If the three stars is for your actual service with us, please let us know so we can improve. Reply to owner: Youre right, Ive decided to revise my review. Three stars indicates its okay , but I think two stars indicating disliked it is fitting. If you bring a vendor to sell food in your business, it is representative of your business. Its up to you to decide if the quality doesnt represent Mcelroys. Additionally, the blonde barkeep was rude and refused to even make eye contact with my party. The I have no complaints about the brunette bartender who actually served us.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №61

Rating: 4

I live about 38 miles away from Jonnys but I came in town for steak night. I had the BEST bartender!! Crystal was so attentive. They have an extensive beer selection & she walked me threw which beers I should try after asking for my preferences. I will definitely be back.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Nice cozy English style bar with great service. Unfortunately, their kitchen is being remodeled.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

I like. Good vibe in the old house converted into a bar. Pretty decent whiskey selection. Very nice staff/ bartender.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Comfy place. Inside is very cool. Sadly, burgers are all well done :(

Date: 2 years ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Great atmosphere, and comfy outdoor seating. Plus the big chair for pictures. Parking: Parking in the back of establishment.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Great friendly staff. Appreciate them all

Date: 2 years ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

Just like this bar

Date: 2 years ago

Review №71

Rating: 3

Date: 2 years ago

Review №72

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

Havent been here since 2018 St. Paddys Day. The service was excellent. Food was outstanding! Julie Countiss was on the money having her FR here. Will be coming back! Please go visit!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №75

Rating: 4

Great place to taste good biers

Date: 2 years ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Really great customer service check this place out!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Delicious food and a great beer selection! The staff are very welcoming too, will definitely be making this my new regular spot for a drink and bit to eat!!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №80

Rating: 4

Nice bar with decent grub, friendly service, and decent beer selections.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

First off Darlene makes THE BEST Blood Orange Marg! Secondly Can I just give a standing ovation to this staff? They have been short staffed literally since covid. Even through their exhaustion, they are laughing, smiling and doing their best to give prompt service even when slammed. These girls are the best part of MY day and I know see them working hard to make your day even if sometimes they may be exhausted! Be kind to your bar staff! Johnny Mcs is the best in town!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №82

Rating: 5

Super friendly bartenders and their frozen spicy mango marg is delicious!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

This is my favorite spot in the neighborhood! The bartenders are so welcoming and know me by name AND by drink, even though I don t make it in as often as I would like. Their menu has expanded over the last couple years and their bacon jalapeño cheddar burger is to die for! They may have a small staff, but each and every person here works their tail off to provide the best guest experience! If you want a tasty Bloody Mary on the weekends, Brittany is your girl!! 5 stars!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

My happy place!!! Patio is spacious. Bartenders and service is amazing!! Cheerful staff . my local go to when I need someone to brighten my day!! Great beer selection and fantastic bar food!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №85

Rating: 1

Deck looks nice from the street but its a very different experience. If I could give it 0 stars, I would. Service is terrible, nobody smiles, its like they all dislike being there. Its an extremely negative place. Note, watch your tab! Saw an over served person. He just kept handing the bartender 20s (5 or 6) and she kept taking them. This place over serves, and takes advantage of people. One of the regulars told me a person died a few years ago after being over served here. Depressing.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

I love this place. The staff is great.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №87

Rating: 1

Date: 2 years ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

Great patio, awesome food and service. You can even plan an event here if you wanted. The cocktail and beer selection is on point.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №89

Rating: 4

I like the place, great beer selection, friendly bartenders, but $9.00 for Lone Pint Yellow Rose? Seriously?

Date: 2 years ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Great draft beer selection. Perfect patio to spend a happy hour.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

Great place to have a drink and some food, if you live around the area check it out!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

Amazing service and awsome selection

Date: 2 years ago

Review №95

Rating: 4

Nice, quaint, neighborhood Irish pub with a good draft beer selection and decent food. Ample indoor bar seating and large outdoor deck. Good choice for day drinking when the weather is nice.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №96

Rating: 4

Date: 2 years ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Nice patio, cold beer, good eats

Date: 2 years ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

Very laid back and friendly. The chips and green salsa are delicious, and the patty melt is AMAZING!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №100

Rating: 4

Date: 2 years ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №102

Rating: 4

Great bar, food and service!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №103

Rating: 4

Cool drinks & good Reuben!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Great bartenders, best Mexican candy shot in town!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №107

Rating: 1

Safety! I and some friends decided to go here for a drink, sat on the patio, and by the time we finished. My car was broken into by thieves looking for valuables. They took some that werent in plain sight. If they can break into cars in the no-lighting parking lot, I dont see any reason why they cant just step into their patio at gunpoint to rob everyone. Be careful and park next to the ramp/steps if you have to go here. Be sure to have someone/staff walk you to your car if you arent parked close. No cameras or proper lighting. Decided to post this just to let yall know.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №108

Rating: 4

Date: 3 years ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

Chill patio bar. Friendly staff. Solid bar food. Ramp on the side. Street side door is accessible.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

So far the best Guinness in town

Date: 3 years ago

Review №113

Rating: 4

Date: 3 years ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Perhaps the best service in Houston! The difference is that the staff are like family and really enjoy working here. They pay attention and make sure no one is left standing/waiting at the bar. For those seated outside or at tables they come round to check on you. Atmosphere is relaxed and the place well kept. Congratulations ladies, you are the best!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №115

Rating: 4

First, the stuff we really want to know about: food and drinks! Popped in for a quick drink with a friend. The bartender let us sample their frozen spicy mango margarita. Very different! It is made with some sort of spicy tequila. While the spicy aspect was not what I was looking for, I did like that it wasnt super sweet. There was a hint of mango. I decided to try their cucumber mule. Very refreshing during these hot Houston summer days! Mt friend had their golden paloma. It was also refreshing. Very good. We found out that their red salsa is homemade, so we shared the chips, salsa and queso. It was all very good. But, the salsa was so thick that it was nearly the consistency of tomato paste. However, everything was fresh and had nice flavors. There is a wall of local brewery (and other breweries) beers on tap for you beer lovers! Second, the reason I gave it 4 stars (instead of 5): this is NOT an Irish pub in any way, shape or form. Its basically a sports bar. We enjoyed it. The bartender was very nice. Prices are reasonable. And, I love the Houston vibe (lots of Astros stuff). But, it is not an Irish pub.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №116

Rating: 4

Great place

Date: 3 years ago

Review №117

Rating: 4

Date: 3 years ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

Loved the service. The food was equally awesome.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

Amazing service, cozy inside, and great place all around. Only downside, when it rains you have to walk through some mud to get to your car. But we live in Houston, so the same can be said about most any other business in the city so its no skin off my bones.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №121

Rating: 4

Nice patio, nice selection of craft beers, reasonable prices. Dont come for the pub food though.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №123

Rating: 4

Date: 3 years ago

Review №124

Rating: 4

Date: 3 years ago

Review №125

Rating: 4

Date: 3 years ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

So many great memories

Date: 3 years ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №128

Rating: 4

Good selection of craft beers. Nice place to meet

Date: 3 years ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Cool Vibe

Date: 3 years ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Such a cool spot. The bartender was nice. The drinks are strong and good.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №132

Rating: 4

Date: 3 years ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

Relaxed and laid back atmosphere with plenty of TVs for sports, huge selection of draft beers and specialty cocktails, great food selections, and friendly staff!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №134

Rating: 4

Perfect location, Great drinks and good food. Just need to work a little more on service so they can be at 5 stars...other than that, I love this place!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

Fun outdoor patio, good bar food, dog friendly and nice staff! I recommend the frito pie, its my cheat day favorite!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

Staff was amazing!!!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №139

Rating: 4

Friendly place. Great atmosphere. Outdoor deck is very relaxing. Draft Beer is pricey. A bit over priced ($7 plus(. Guessing they dont want people staying all day.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №142

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

Very nice place to chill

Date: 4 years ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

Loved the vibe of this place. And dame can I say they make a bomb Frozen Margarita, I did want to share but you can also get a 2 Dollar shot added..so Freaking good. My husband was very happy with his pour of Whiskey, which is hard to find. Over all we didnt get to try the food cause we were just there for the drinks, but the Bar tender was really nice..make sure to wear your Mask. Cant wait to go back and try some food.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

One of my favorite neighborhood bars! Lauren is fantastic, as are all the other ladies of McElroys!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №148

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №149

Rating: 2

Date: 4 years ago

Review №150

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №151

Rating: 1

Beware!!! Daily Specials on Johnny McElroys website are not always honored.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №155

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №157

Rating: 4

Date: 4 years ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

Best local bar around.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №159

Rating: 3

Dont order the pizza. Horrible.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

Outstanding Service and Drinks! Fast Wifi too!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №161

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Great laid back environment. Doggo friendly too!

Date: 4 years ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

Good after work spot.

Date: 4 years ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

Cozy

Date: 4 years ago

Review №168

Rating: 5

Great place to relax and enjoy yourself with freinds

Date: 4 years ago

Review №169

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №170

Rating: 5

Date: 4 years ago

Review №171

Rating: 3

Date: 4 years ago

Review №172

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №173

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №174

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №175

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №176

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №177

Rating: 1

Not a safe environment. Multiple cars was broken and things got stolen and they don t even have the footages covering the instances, even though just happened closer to the camera. You can see all over the fences with the sign surveillance in progress . At least put the safety sign in the parking lot instead of false advertisement.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №178

Rating: 1

Cockfest

Date: 5 years ago

Review №179

Rating: 4

Nice location to meet with family. The service was very helpful and observant. Bring your hunger - portions are filling. Menu is like a cafe in Boston I liked.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №182

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

Best bar in Houston!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

Industry Night from 8-Close. Good deals.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №185

Rating: 4

The only downfall? The snacks. They were microwave favs... In other words ... Not good... But the atmosphere, the drinks, the deck, the staff.... Wonderful. If you are precious about your car, you wont like the parking lot..... Its basically an unpaved lot, but we truly had a wonderful time.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

Lots of fun

Date: 5 years ago

Review №187

Rating: 5

Excellent selection of beers, not too many to make you crazy. But a good selection. And what more can you say about Darlene? The Best!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №188

Rating: 3

Hole in the wall kinda place.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №189

Rating: 3

You usual neighbor bar.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №190

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №192

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №193

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №194

Rating: 4

Good place to grab a beer! They have a ton of selection on tap. It can get a bit loud being right on Waugh but the outdoor seating area/patio is nice. The bartenders were friendly and helpful. I tried the turkey sandwich - not bad.

Date: 5 years ago

Review №195

Rating: 3

Good beers but poor service and snacks

Date: 5 years ago

Review №196

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №197

Rating: 4

Date: 5 years ago

Review №198

Rating: 5

Date: 5 years ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

Cold beer! Friendly staff!

Date: 5 years ago

Review №200

Rating: 4

Had a delicious Reuben sandwich. Being outside next to the street it was rather hard to hear anyone. Plus they had a leaf blower going too. Probably lovely in the evening. They had a dog bowl out with water too!

Date: 5 years ago