Kirby Ice House Opens in Houston Heights With the Longest Bar in Texas

HOUSTON, TX — The Heights has a new claim to fame: the longest bar in Texas. Kirby Ice House officially opened its newest location at 1421 North Loop West, boasting a 146-foot bar — stretching nearly half a football field — and setting a new state record.

What’s New at Kirby Ice House Heights

The new venue spans 3.5 acres and is built for scale. Guests will find:

• 12,000 square feet indoors and 12,000 square feet outdoors
• Seating for 800 people
• 400 parking spaces
• Food trucks and outdoor games
• More than 40 TVs for sports fans

The design is dog-friendly and tailored for both big crowds and casual meetups, creating a space that feels true to the Texas ice house tradition.

Inside the Experience

Co-owner and founding partner Danny Evans described Kirby Ice House’s formula: “Great service, ice cold beer, huge patios and the best place to watch games and host big events. It’s a Texas thing.”

Guests can expect an atmosphere that blends laid-back neighborhood vibes with the capacity to host major events, from game days to community gatherings. The Heights location replaces a former Chase Bank site, which was demolished to make way for the project. Impressively, construction was completed in under nine months, underscoring the brand’s growth momentum.

Author POV:
Having visited other Kirby Ice House locations, I can say there’s nothing quite like stepping into a bar that feels both massive and neighborly at the same time. The 146-foot bar is more than a talking point — it’s a centerpiece that makes ordering easy even on the busiest nights. Combine that with sprawling patios, food trucks, and wall-to-wall TVs, and this Heights spot is set to become one of Houston’s go-to hangouts.

Community Buzz and What’s Next

Kirby Ice House has quickly become a Houston staple since its debut in Upper Kirby in 2016. The Heights opening marks its fourth location, joining spots in Upper Kirby, Memorial City, and The Woodlands.

The company has plans to scale its signature mix of Texas-sized hospitality and community connection across the state, signaling more expansions are on the horizon. Meanwhile, Houston’s broader bar scene is also buzzing — sports bar chain Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, backed by former NFL quarterback Drew Brees, is planning new locations in Cypress and New Caney .

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