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Sometimes after a long day, you just want to go out. Houstonians know how to have a good time and this means plenty of nightlife spots for you to choose from. No matter how you choose to relax, Houston has got the perfect place for you.
Wine Bars
Lets face it. Loud bars and dancing isn’t for everyone. Sometimes you simply want to go to a quiet place and have a glass of wine. For those of you looking for this type of atmosphere, don’t worry, you have plenty of places to choose from. The following is a selection some of the most popular wine bars in Houston.
Discover good conversation and a cozy atmosphere at Allegria. You will enjoy fine wine, imported beers, and hand-selected hors d’oeuvres. Latin for happiness, Allegria is a place where good conversations abound and life can be shared. Featuring classic tunes along with jazz music, Allegria Wine Bar remains trendy yet timeless.
Located in the booming Washington Corridor, Absolve Wine Lounge offers a stylish, edgy twist on the Houston wine bar experience. The interior décor of Absolve is a playful mix of modern, baroque and Bohemian. The wine menu is an ever-evolving balance of the most popular wines in the market and hand selected boutique wines.
Situated on the beautiful Piazza Fontana in the Vintage Park Shopping Center in Northwest Houston, °BRIX features over 2,500 bottles of wine, representing more than 400 different wine labels, stored in a climate-controlled wine vault. This wine bar is a warm and friendly place to enjoy a glass of wine and excellent food.
If you are looking for something with more of a custom and unique flare, try Water2Wine. Here the winery is an actual winemaking operation and all of the wines are fermented on site. At Water2Wine you can become a vintner yourself and create your own batch of wine complete with custom labels. Their winery is also available for rent to private parties after regular business hours and with access to more than 100 wines from 13 countries and everything open for tasting, your taste buds can travel around the world without ever leaving their winery.
Experiencing wine is what Cova Hand is all about. This unique concept offers everyone from beginners to experts a truly exceptional experience into the multi-faceted world of wine. You can shop with confidence, pair wines with expertly prepared cuisine in the evenings, and attend unique and educational events – all geared toward providing the best and richest experiences the world of wine has to offer.
Housed in a 1920s era Mediterranean-style building in an often forgotten portion of Midtown, 13 Celsius offers select wines of unique character and superior quality from all over the world. The wine is stored in a climate-controlled cellar at 13 degrees Celsius and is then served to their patrons by the bottle, glass, half-glass and taste.
Looking for a relaxing environment to enjoy some good food and wine? Then look no further. The Tasting Room has three convenient locations in Uptown Park, River Oaks and the City Center for you to sample their outstanding selection of unique wines, gourmet pizzas and other delicacies. The superior service from their knowledgeable and highly trained staff and the casually elegant atmosphere will leave you feeling right at home. Each location also carries a number of beers for the non-wine drinkers in your group.
Houston’s newcomer, Cha Champagne and Wine Bar, offers its patrons a superb wine list in an elegant yet comfortable atmosphere. A great place to meet your friends, enjoy a glass of champagne or just relax and unwind with a fine wine from their extensive selection. Enjoy the outdoors on the terrace with a magnificent view of Houston’s skyline. If you want to escape from it all, check out their VIP room for a more private gathering.
Outdoor Attractions
There are many great things to see or do after a hard days work that won’t involve you traveling very far. As a matter of fact, Discovery Green puts on a series of events year around, open to the public and many of which are free. This atmosphere is a great way to unwind after a long day of being inside for meetings.
With more than 400 events per year, there is something for everyone at Discovery Green. Most events are free and open to the public. You are welcome to bring picnics, lawn chairs, blankets and even your dogs. Food, beer and wine are available for purchase at The Lake House Cafe.
Discovery Green only posts events one month in advance. So feel free to check out their website to find future information. No matter the season, Discovery Green always has something fun going on.
The Market Square Historic District in Houston sits between four streets and is the home of nightclubs, restaurants, historical buildings, bars, and much more.
The Market Square was the original Houston business district but over time the district transformed into an historical area where interesting architecture can be viewed.
Today, Market Square is offering a little bit of everything that makes Houston great. Events include concerts, plays, art exhibits and many other outdoor activities to keep you entertained.
Leisure Activities After a Long Day
Golf Courses
After attending your meeting or event, you might be ready to get outside and stretch your legs. Houston has a wide variety of golf courses to help you relieve stress or work on team building with corporate golf tournaments. Regardless of your skill level, Houston has got a golf course for you.
Wine Bars
Lets face it. Loud bars and dancing isn’t for everyone. Sometimes you simply want to go to a quiet place and have a glass of wine. For those of you looking for this type of atmosphere, don’t worry, you have plenty of places to choose from. The following is a selection some of the most popular wine bars in Houston.
Discover good conversation and a cozy atmosphere at Allegria. You will enjoy fine wine, imported beers, and hand-selected hors d’oeuvres. Latin for happiness, Allegria is a place where good conversations abound and life can be shared. Featuring classic tunes along with jazz music, Allegria Wine Bar remains trendy yet timeless.
Located in the booming Washington Corridor, Absolve Wine Lounge offers a stylish, edgy twist on the Houston wine bar experience. The interior décor of Absolve is a playful mix of modern, baroque and Bohemian. The wine menu is an ever-evolving balance of the most popular wines in the market and hand selected boutique wines.
Situated on the beautiful Piazza Fontana in the Vintage Park Shopping Center in Northwest Houston, °BRIX features over 2,500 bottles of wine, representing more than 400 different wine labels, stored in a climate-controlled wine vault. This wine bar is a warm and friendly place to enjoy a glass of wine and excellent food.
If you are looking for something with more of a custom and unique flare, try Water2Wine. Here the winery is an actual winemaking operation and all of the wines are fermented on site. At Water2Wine you can become a vintner yourself and create your own batch of wine complete with custom labels. Their winery is also available for rent to private parties after regular business hours and with access to more than 100 wines from 13 countries and everything open for tasting, your taste buds can travel around the world without ever leaving their winery.
Experiencing wine is what Cova Hand is all about. This unique concept offers everyone from beginners to experts a truly exceptional experience into the multi-faceted world of wine. You can shop with confidence, pair wines with expertly prepared cuisine in the evenings, and attend unique and educational events – all geared toward providing the best and richest experiences the world of wine has to offer.
Housed in a 1920s era Mediterranean-style building in an often forgotten portion of Midtown, 13 Celsius offers select wines of unique character and superior quality from all over the world. The wine is stored in a climate-controlled cellar at 13 degrees Celsius and is then served to their patrons by the bottle, glass, half-glass and taste.
Looking for a relaxing environment to enjoy some good food and wine? Then look no further. The Tasting Room has three convenient locations in Uptown Park, River Oaks and the City Center for you to sample their outstanding selection of unique wines, gourmet pizzas and other delicacies. The superior service from their knowledgeable and highly trained staff and the casually elegant atmosphere will leave you feeling right at home. Each location also carries a number of beers for the non-wine drinkers in your group.
Houston’s newcomer, Cha Champagne and Wine Bar, offers its patrons a superb wine list in an elegant yet comfortable atmosphere. A great place to meet your friends, enjoy a glass of champagne or just relax and unwind with a fine wine from their extensive selection. Enjoy the outdoors on the terrace with a magnificent view of Houston’s skyline. If you want to escape from it all, check out their VIP room for a more private gathering.
Outdoor Attractions
There are many great things to see or do after a hard days work that won’t involve you traveling very far. As a matter of fact, Discovery Green puts on a series of events year around, open to the public and many of which are free. This atmosphere is a great way to unwind after a long day of being inside for meetings.
With more than 400 events per year, there is something for everyone at Discovery Green. Most events are free and open to the public. You are welcome to bring picnics, lawn chairs, blankets and even your dogs. Food, beer and wine are available for purchase at The Lake House Cafe.
Discovery Green only posts events one month in advance. So feel free to check out their website to find future information. No matter the season, Discovery Green always has something fun going on.
The Market Square Historic District in Houston sits between four streets and is the home of nightclubs, restaurants, historical buildings, bars, and much more.
The Market Square was the original Houston business district but over time the district transformed into an historical area where interesting architecture can be viewed.
Today, Market Square is offering a little bit of everything that makes Houston great. Events include concerts, plays, art exhibits and many other outdoor activities to keep you entertained.
Leisure Activities After a Long Day
Golf Courses
After attending your meeting or event, you might be ready to get outside and stretch your legs. Houston has a wide variety of golf courses to help you relieve stress or work on team building with corporate golf tournaments. Regardless of your skill level, Houston has got a golf course for you.
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