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Monday, 26 July 2010: Pints and more at the Hobbit Cafe

mike — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 19:31:07 +0000

By all accounts, hobbits are content to eat good fare and enjoy good beer. Join us tonight at the Hobbit Cafe at 2243 Richmond Avenue.

Monday, 19 July 2010: Nothing Special at The Petrol Station

john — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:26:37 +0000

For the first time in months, our trip to The Petrol Station, the best pub in Houston without a real website, doesn’t coincide with a special event. That doesn’t mean that the beer selection will be anything less than interesting! Come out to 985 Wakefield in pastoral Garden Oaks at 8 PM. The upside of not having an event is that you might actually find parking to be less of a hassle.

Monday, 12 July 2010: The Anvil Bar & Refuge

john — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:03:20 +0000

Cap off a toasty, steamy Monday with a refreshing cocktail or a beer from the finest tap system in Houston. The Anvil also features very tasty pretzels from Slow Dough. See you at Anvil Bar & Refuge 1424 Westheimer Rd. Ste. B, 8PM. Park in one of their lots or watch out for No Parking zones. FYI – Their menu lists the 100 Drinks you should try at least once in your life.

Happy July 5th

john — Mon, 05 Jul 2010 16:42:49 +0000

We hope everyone had a great July 4th weekend! There will be no official gathering tonight but please feel free to raise a glass to the USA.

Cheers!

Monday, 28 June 2010: The Ginger Man

john — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 19:38:32 +0000

Tonight 8 PM for another lovely evening at the The Ginger Man, 5607 Morningside. Partly cloudy with a chance of cake. See you there.

Monday, 21 June 2010: Midyear’s Day at The Hobbit Cafe

mike — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 13:47:23 +0000

According to some reckonings of the Shire (Hobbit) calendar, today marks the either the first or second day of one of the year’s two most important festivals, Lithe. I’m sure I don’t really know how to celebrate it–except to eat and drink at that most Hobbitish of restaurants, The Hobbit Cafe at 2243 Richmond Avenue. While it’s true that not all who wander are lost, try to be there around 8 PM and let us know if you’re planning on being there so we can reserve the proper table.

Not all those who wander are lostn

Hans’ Day in Court: The Report

mike — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 15:10:00 +0000

Here are a couple of reports on yesterday’s goings on. Apparently it will continue today.

Monday, 14 June 2010: Bear-able Beer at the Petrol Station

mike — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 14:07:06 +0000

Come out to 985 Wakefield in idyllic Garden Oaks at 8 PM. As part of his tour of the Houston area’s better beer bars, Richard Norgrove, the founder of Bear Republic, will be on hand to pass out. Oh wait, he’ll be on hand to pass out free samples. The weather should cooperate for outdoor seating, which might turn out to be important, if a lot of folks come out for this very special evening.

Bear Republic has a number of fine beers; their Hop Rod Rye is one of my top three favorite rye pale ales.

Hans’ gets a day in commissioners’ court

mike — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 21:46:20 +0000

When we were at the Bier Haus on Monday, there was a notice that their City of Houston liquor license is up for review next Tuesday. Given their recent legal struggle for survival, they could probably use some moral support. So, if you’ve the time and the inclination, here are the details. If you would be willing to speak on their behalf, you should probably give them a call so they can prepare.

9:00 AM CDT 15th June 2010: 1001 Preston, 9th Floor, Commissioners’ Court Room.

Monday, 7 June 2010: Reason with Hurricane Season at Hans’ Bierhaus

john — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 14:09:11 +0000

The first Monday in June means the first Monday of hurricane season, and there’s no storm brewing in the Atlantic basin. Additionally, there are no sickly sweet rum drinks at Hans’ Bier Haus. Just numerous beers on tap, many of them good.

There’s an 80% chance of no rain tonight, and a 95% chance of good beer. So come out at 8 PM and sit under the awning (or huddle in the bar and listen to bad country music on the jukebox, if you’re feeling a little antisocial).

The Bier Haus is located at 2523 Quenby (east of Kirby, south of Bissonnett, behind the Firestone). Parking: You may park in the IBC bank lot across Quenby, but do not park in the spaces adjacent to the ATM. Do not park in the metal fenced lot behind the Firestone as that lot is locked.