Lex's Pub packs a spirited crowd with great drinks and billiards in the Bellaire-Puritas neighborhood. Expect a mix of classic bar games, craft cocktails, and a friendly atmosphere propelled by local DJs and a lively playlist.
What to Expect:
🍸 Great cocktails and wide beer selection
🎱 Pool tables for bar game enthusiasts
🍔 Food available with bar seating
🎶 DJ music and dancing on busy nights
🚗 Free parking on lot and street
Important Information:
– Closed Mondays and Sundays
– Open 4 PM to 1 AM (weeknights), until 2:30 AM on Fri and Sat
– 21+ after 9 PM; valid ID required
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🎱 Pool Table Nights: Weekends bring the liveliest pool games and are best for playing with friends.
🍔 Saturday Specials: Don’t miss the Saturday-only cheeseburger offering alongside your drinks.
🍸 Arrive Early: Weekdays see fast service starting at 4 PM, ideal for casual early drinks before the crowd builds.
🚗 Parking Perks: Plenty of free parking is available both on-street and in the lot, making Friday and Saturday nights hassle-free.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
Lex's Pub enjoys praise for its friendly bartenders, fun pool tables, and weekly music. Guests appreciate fair prices and the lively atmosphere. Some note concerns about occasional unruly behavior, but responses from management affirm safety and hospitality efforts.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
