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Shady Tavern Ice House

1206 W. 20th
Houston, TX 77008

713-869-7000 | Website

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Category: Bars/Clubs

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Mostly visited by neighborhood locals, Shady Tavern feels like a second home tucked away among the gigantic trees of the Heights. The plywood structure has a large dog-friendly yard where your four-legged friends can romp while their owners kick back with Texas beers or whiskey from the well-stocked bar. Peanuts, tortilla chips and bottled water are all complimentary, but the classic-rock-heavy jukebox isn't.

  • Features: Patio/Sidewalk Dining

  • Entertainment: Live Entertainment

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  • 2008 | Best Concert Series

    These shows are all about hidden treasures. First, there's the venue: Shady Tavern is a 69-year-old icehouse that's every bit as nice as the Alabama Ice House, if one-tenth as popular or overcrowded. Then there are the bills at the Secret... More >

  • 2006 | Best Icehouse

    The bartender, a whip-smart kid with a shaved head, is about to enter the police academy. He's excited about it, even counting down the days. "Cops are like flies," spits a shaggy-haired patron, pausing to make sure the kid is listening. He adds,... More >

  • 2001 | Best Icehouse Stage

    They don't call it the Shady Tavern for nothing. The "tavern" part is really more of an icehouse, but the "shady" part -- an expansive side yard -- is blessedly covered with plenty of tall sheltering trees. And nestled among the pines in this... More >

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  • lori.alexander

    lori.alexander

    | Tue, July 13, 2010

    Played in one of the best flip cup tournaments here. Sad to say...we lost.

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    houstonpressbestof

    | Wed, July 07, 2010

    These shows are all about hidden treasures. First, there's the venue: Shady Tavern is a 69-year-old icehouse that's every bit as nice as the Alabama Ice House, if one-tenth as popular or overcrowded. Then there are the bills at the Secret Saturday shows: Since the talent is never announced beforehand, you never know if you're gonna hear rap, folk, blues or rock, or even if the show will be held indoors or outside in the bar's ramshackle beer garden. All you know for sure is that you are in for a pleasant afternoon of cheap beer, warm weather and music.

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  • McCracken5

    McCracken5

    | Wed, July 01, 2009

    If you are looking for a place to just chill, this is it. Located in the heights, near Durham/Shepherd and 20th. Going to this 70-year-old icehouse - a simple, single story A-frame structure with a side , covered patio and yard for barbecues and a small stage for bands - is a lot like visiting your buddies house. The only difference is you don't have to help clean up at the end of the night. Buckets of beer are cheap and there are free hamburgers and hot dogs off the grill during happy hour.

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