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
- 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