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Julep

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for creative cocktails
Charming
Great for happy hour

Julep Bar stands as an illustrious recipient of the prestigious James Beard Award, celebrated for its exquisite blend of craft cocktails, thoughtfully curated bar bites, and an enchanting ambiance. The menus, ever-evolving to mirror the changing seasons, captivate with their meticulous emphasis on fine ingredients and flavors. Located on Washington Ave between Sawyer and Silver St. The neighborhood is full of restaurants and B&B Butcher's Steak House is within walking Distance.

We always take walk-ins so shoot us a texas or stop by and see us if you don't see a table available.

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James Beard Award2022

From the OpenTable editors: Owner Alba Huerta has racked up accolades—including a James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar Program—for her top-notch cocktails incorporating unusual ingredients like marigold leaves. Sip them in an airy, floral-strewn parlor that also serves up an elegant menu of seasonal small plates like Gulf Coast oysters and tomato “caviar” with watermelon.

Additional information

Location
1919 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007
Award-winning
1. James Beard Award 2022
Phone number
(832) 831-2068
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

A Night with Toni Tipton-Martin
$35.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 26, 2025 only
5:30 PM
Join us for an exclusive evening with acclaimed cookbook author Toni Tipton Martin as we celebrate the release of her new book, When Southern Women Cook. This unique event will feature a lively discussion with Toni about her groundbreaking work, the women who have shaped Southern cuisine, and the culinary techniques featured in her book. As part of the evening, Toni will share insights from the book, followed by a cocktail demo from Alba Huerta, showcasing a Southern-inspired drink. This event is a celebration of history, flavor, and the remarkable women who’ve influenced the American South’s culinary legacy. Tickets are $35 (+ tax) and includes two cocktails and a light bite. Add a copy of Toni-Tipton Martin's book for an additional $43.30 (+ tax).
Dollar Gulf Oysters
Multiple dates available
Join us for drinks and dollar oysters every Monday! Our kitchen is open til 10pm!

What 95 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Julep is a charming cocktail bar known for its "great craft cocktails" and "excellent service." The venue boasts "beautiful decor," especially during the holidays, creating a festive ambiance perfect for gatherings. While some guests noted service hiccups, the "unique drink menu" and "inviting atmosphere" make it a must-visit spot for cocktail enthusiasts.

95 Reviews

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Ryan
Houston1 review
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience we were service quickly and the cocktails were amazing.
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OpenTable Diner
New Orleans1 review
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Stopped by for a one drink but ended up having more and some small bites. Loved the ambiance and the service! It was the end of happy hour and very chill. They make one of the best Vieux Carrés in the city!
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Phil
Charlotte1 review
3.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Love this place in general. On the weekends they get kind of busy and flustered sometimes come off as rude but mostly a great spot.
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Cade
New Orleans1 review
5.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
I hade a great experience last night. the team was welcoming and had great recommendations for cocktails.
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RAVNEET
New York City1 review
1.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The manager came to our table 3 times to tell us that we will need to vacate our table by 9 . I had made reservations on open table for 7:15pm, he started approaching our table at 8:40pm saying open table reservations are for 2 hrs only while there were 3 empty tables in our close vicinity. Very disappointed with his behavior, will not recommend
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Carrie
Atlanta3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were a group of 8 who decided to have pre-dinner drinks and light snacks at Julep for Valentine’s Day. This was my first time going and I was not disappointed. The ambiance was really nice in the room they sat us. Almost felt like a speakeasy to me. The cheddar popcorn and French onion dip with caviar were delicious. Drinks were great and the staff were nice and attentive. Overall, we enjoyed our time there and I would go back to try more of the menu items.
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Kaneisha VIP
Central Texas3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Julep is a quaint cocktail bar with a vintage feel. The staff was kind and the playlist was a vibe.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
Tampa4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely time at Julep. Our server Carlos was very attentive, and the Manager Nelson was too. The drinks and food were delicious.
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AlexisM
Houston6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The cocktails were delicious and so was the flatbread! 10/10 would recommend and plan on coming again!
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Shane VIP
Dallas16 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Very disappointed. “James Beard” award winner is the draw. Don’t buy the hype. While nothing was “bad”, nothing was great. So many options in the area I would pass on this one for another experience.
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FAQs

Julep is rated 4.3 stars by 95 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

1919 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007

Additional information

Award-winning
1. James Beard Award 2022
Phone number
(832) 831-2068
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Julep

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Why they're an Icon

Additional information

Experiences

A Night with Toni Tipton-Martin

Dollar Gulf Oysters

Menu

What 95 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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