Phone: +17135287575
Address: 609 Richmond Ave. Houston, TX 77006, United States
City: Houston
Menu Dishes: 35
Reviews: 375
Website: http://www.absinthelounge.com/
"Can you judge a place on a single drink? I won't, but only because there were other things to like. An unaccompanied wooden door opens into a dimming room with couches, tables and a long bar. It has a dark, almost gothic first impression. Cue the scene of Underworld with vampires appearing in baroque decadence. It wasn't so pretentious. Instead, it was quiet conversations and a friendly bartender. Speaking of bartender, let's go back to the drink I mentioned. After ordering a Manhattan, the bartender asked me if I had a preference... not for the quality of the whisky, but for a variation of tradition. Points. I ordered a Perfect Manhattan that was *perfect*. Seriously. It was done with the precision and care I would take instead of a typical bar Dash-and-Shake. I'm done with this place. Intimate setting and a perfect perfect fit."
Full menu - 35 options
All prices are estimates on menu.
Starters
Entrées
Pei Mussels
Fresh PEI mussels cooked in a savory broth with garlic, herbs, and white wine.
Deviled Eggs
Creamy deviled eggs topped with paprika and chives for a classic appetizer.
Steak Tartare
Raw minced beef seasoned with spices, capers, onions, egg yolk, served with toasted bread.
Selected Single-Malt Scotches
Selection Of Brandy
Salads
Dessert
From The Land (From 5:00 Pm)
Bakery
Moscato / Riesling
Sherry & Madeira
Seafood Delights
Charcuteries
Daily Fresh Catch
Croques
Croque Monsieur
A classic French sandwich with ham and melted Gruyère cheese, topped with béchamel sauce and lightly toasted bread.
Something Sweet
Raw
Port
Calvados
Kids Menu
Tastes & Shares
Baked Goat Cheese
Warm and creamy goat cheese with a golden crust, served with tangy tomato sauce and crisp crostini.
Appetizers
Crispy Pork Belly
Succulent pork belly, perfectly crispy on the outside and tender inside, served with a tangy glaze.
Plates Du Jour
Appetizer
Little Gem Lettuce
Fresh and crisp Little Gem lettuce, offering a delightful crunch and mild flavor, perfect for salads or as a healthy side.
Breakfast Classics
Portugal
Ward
Great place to take a date. Nice chill environment. Great selection of absinthe on Deck.
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Reviews
Mortimer
The drinks are delicious, the staff is friendly and the atmosphere is dark and unique. It's one of my favorite bars in town!
Alison
I am pretty aghast at myself for even admitting I've been here, but somehow were led here by a hardly coherent guy we befriended at Absinthe Brasserie.
Suzanne
This is a great little neighborhood bar. It's hidden, so it can be hard to find. It is very dark on the inside, they have great rock music playing, and very friendly bar offers. You are very knowledgeable about Absinth and all other drinks that might interest you. View menu
Shaun
I really enjoyed this bar. The absinthe drinks are much too expensive $15 per), but what you pay is the cool, quiet, intimate atmosphere compared to most other bars you will meet in Houston. This place is dark. I'm talking dark like it's lighted by candlelight. It is a place where you can experience your important others or a few close friends. Pros: - Unique atmosphere Negative: - Super expensive Absinthe drinks
Jaycee
Can you judge a place on a single drink? I won't, but only because there were other things to like. An unaccompanied wooden door opens into a dimming room with couches, tables and a long bar. It has a dark, almost gothic first impression. Cue the scene of Underworld with vampires appearing in baroque decadence. It wasn't so pretentious. Instead, it was quiet conversations and a friendly bartender. Speaking of bartender, let's go back to the drink I mentioned. After ordering a Manhattan, the bartender asked me if I had a preference... not for the quality of the whisky, but for a variation of tradition. Points. I ordered a Perfect Manhattan that was *perfect*. Seriously. It was done with the p...
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