Taste the Rainbow
Gristworkz
Gristworkz (pictured), the brewery featuring delicious beer, food, and satisfying cocktails, is celebrating Pride 2.0 with drink specials all day long! Partnering with Mount Gay & Cointreau, brand reps are bringing good vibes and special discounts starting at 2pm. Customers 21+ are invited to come out before and after the parade to enjoy half-off Mt. Gay Passion Fruit Daiquiris, Cointreau Grapefruit Fizz, and Saaz Queen & Hot Boi Summer. Cheers!
Petite Lucie
It’s Pride Parade weekend, so why not enjoy a picnic in the park? Located in historic Market Square Park, Petite Lucie is a one-stop-shop for French-inspired bites and sips. Stop by for a Haute Dog, Chicken Club Sandwich, Truffled Fries, flaky croissants, and so much more at this outdoor spot that also offers cocktails and casual, yet filling, dinners under the stars.
Barnaby’s Cafe Downtown
Open for lunch and dinner, Monday through Saturday, Barnaby’s Cafe Downtown is a local favorite for casual elevated diner dining. Adjacent to Market Square Park, this approachable and laid back restaurant has something for everyone. From queso and chips to spicy chicken wontons, massive salads to Danish baby back ribs, Hawaiian pork chops to bacon cheeseburgers, and so much more, this place truly has it all. Visit before the parade to fuel up and cool down!
The Original Ninfa’s on Navigation
Sizzling fajitas, roasted gulf oysters, enchiladas and more await at The Original Ninfa’s on Navigation. The historic Houston institution has offered mouthwatering Tex-Mex dishes for decades and has only gotten better with time. Stop in for a hearty meal, satisfying starters, or just cool off with The Original Ninfarita, aguas frescas, or any of the other delicious cocktails, cervezas, or mocktails on the menu!
Betelgeuse Betelgeuse (Washington Ave. location)
Just outside of downtown, where the parade takes place, on Washington Avenue is Betelgeuse Betelgeuse, a neighborhood cocktail bar and pizza joint. The delightfully weird space pays homage to its namesake––a red supergiant star in the Orion constellation––while prioritizing fun and deliciousness. Mouthwatering Ironclad-style pizzas featuring house-made ingredients, burgers, and more are all featured on the food menu, while creative cocktails, local brews, and natural wines beckon from the bar.
Postino Montrose
Situated conveniently among the gay bars in Montrose is Postino, a cozy, laid back restaurant and bar boasting bruschetta boards, paninis, soups, salads, and more! Celebrate the Pride parade by raising a glass of one of the many wines on the restaurant's menu of options. This joint, located directly across from JR’s Bar & Grill, wraps great food, amazing wine, and good vibes into the ultimate Montrose hangout!
Cookies, Cakes and Pies.. Oh my!
Photo by Dylan McEwan, courtesy of Dessert Gallery
Dessert Gallery Bakery & Cafe
Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth on parade day? Dessert Gallery is the perfect LGBTQ+-affirming spot to grab a treat! Stop by for a slice of rich, homemade cakes and pies, garden-fresh and imaginative sandwiches, salads and wraps, and a cup of sit-and-talk latte. Order to-go or grab a seat and stay a while!
House of Pies
Open 24 hours, House of Pies has multiple locations near downtown and is the perfect diner stop for those looking for greasy spoon eats and satisfying sweets! Breakfast favorites, hearty sandwiches, chicken and waffles, and so much more on the vast menu await. Leave room for a slice of the famous “Bayou Goo” or any of the other delicious pies available for purchase!
Michael’s Cookie Jar
This locally owned, LGBTQ bakery, Michael’s Cookie Jar bakes up soft-baked oven fresh cookies all year round. Visit either the Weslayan or Downtown location for a dozen – or more – and enjoy cookies just like your Grandma used to make. From seasonal ingredients to oven fresh flavors, the team at Michael’s bakes happiness daily—one cookie at a time.
Where to Recharge
Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown
The Hyatt Regency Houston Downtown is kicking off parade day with some fun in the sun! Celebrate Pride weekend at “Pride Above the City”, a rooftop pool party with DJ beats, cocktails, poolside vibes, and delicious food for purchase just steps from the Pride Parade route. Taking place on August 15 from 11:00am - 4:00pm on the 6th Floor Pool Deck, the party includes an outdoor heated pool, lounge chairs (first come, first served), towels, food and drinks available from the LobbiBar, and more! Get tickets today HERE. The hotel is also offering a Pride weekend discount for guests. Claim your special $99 rate HERE.
Kick off or close out your parade experience at the Hotel Saint Augustine Lounge. The vibey, chic hotel in the heart of Montrose features a full bar, cozy furniture, a listening lounge, and more. Known to host drag events throughout the year and other events that are open to the community, Hotel Saint Augustine is the perfect place to recharge with a cocktail before heading out for the night to celebrate!
Escape to this sophisticated hotel and gem of 1960s revival architecture in the heart of downtown on Pride Parade weekend! Featuring a pool, three on-site dining options, and more, this iconic Houston hotel is a great place to stay and recharge after a full day of celebration!
