Get your rum on at 6 great Houston bars & restaurants

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Photo courtesy of Lei Low Rum & Tiki Lounge

Indulge yourself in cocktails based on the sweet, dark liquor that fueled voyages across the Atlantic and Caribbean at six great Houston destinations. 

6 Great Spots for Rum

  • Lei Low Rum & Tiki Lounge – This cozy, Hawaiian and Polynesian-inspired bar in the Heights is a year-round must-visit. A laidback atmosphere and a tiki theme is a great backdrop to catch up with friends while you sip on Mai Tais and fishbowls. This is one neighborhood bar that’s serious about its rum.
  • Américas River Oaks and Américas Woodlands – Savor delicious cocktails made with Nicaragua’s award-winning Flor de Cana rum and other specialities at both of Américas upscales locations in River Oaks and The Woodlands.
  • The Flat – This Montrose bar has several rum-based cocktails that match perfectly with the laid back atmosphere. Their housemade rum punch and The Flat Honey Lemonade are standouts.
  • Benjy’s – Benjy’s Rice Village location has a rum cocktail named the Peach Perfect that is very refreshing. If that doesn’t interest you, ask the talented bartender to craft you something special; they never disappoint.
  • The Honeymoon Café & Bar – Across the street from Hotel Icon in Downtown, you’ll find both young professionals and out-of-town visitors enjoying a rum cocktail or two at The Honeymoon. The bar, cafe and coffeeshop mashup’s daiquiri, the Mild Best Wishes, and The Friday Morning are all rum-filled treats that the talented and friendly bartenders have crafted up for your liking. With relaxed seating, an inviting atmosphere, and a delectable food and drink menu, this locale is sure to feel like a getaway… a honeymoon indeed.
  • Anvil Bar & Refuge – Bobby Heugel and his team at Anvil are known for creating a pretty legit cocktail menu and doing so with the best ingredients around. Their menu contains several rum based cocktails that’ll suit every taste.
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Dominique McGhee
Dominique McGhee is a contributing food and lifestyle writer for 365 Things to Do in Houston. He covers select events, activities and food happenings around the city. He also co-publishes The Monster Lifestyle blog.