Menu to Taste

Julep

American, Southern, Gastropub · Houston · Chef Kate McLean

Winner of the 2022 James Beard Award for Outstanding Bar Program and ranked on North America's 50 Best Bars, Julep is a Southern cocktail bar in Houston founded by mixologist Alba Huerta. The menu pairs regional spirits, including its signature Mint Julep, with Southern bar snacks in an intimate parlor.

1919 Washington Avenue, Houston, TX 77007, Houston

  • #84 North America's 50 Best Bars 2026

Menu

Dishes

  • Cheddar Popcorn (8) — Kettle popcorn, drizzled in butter and topped with shredded parmesan
  • French Onion Dip (16) — Kettle Cooked Potato Chips, Caramelized Onions, Chives (add Caviar for $12)
  • RAW Oysters (4) — Murder Point (1 each all day Monday)
  • Baked Brie (18) — Triple-Cream Brie, Peach, Compote, Pecans, Toast & Crackers
  • Margherita Flatbread (18) — Marinara, Mozzarella, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Truffle Cheeseburger Sliders (18) — Three cheeseburger Sliders, Sweet Caramelized Onions, Truffle Sauce, Arugula
  • Charcuterie & Cheese Board (45) — 5 Dairy Maid Cheeses, Prosciutto, Salami, Seasonal Mustard, Almonds, Pickled Okra, Toast points, Honey
  • Confit Flatbread (22) — Chicken Confit, Pecan Pesto, Arugula, Cherries Compote, Shaved Parmesan
  • Lobster Dip (24) — Lobster, Parsley, Cheese, Hot Sauce, Toast
  • Acqua Panna Spring Water 750ML (10)

Cocktails

  • First Bloom (15) — Vodka, Elderflower, Mint, Cucumber, Lime, Lavender
  • Terracotta Swizzle (16) — Sotol, Tequila, 3-Chile Cordial, Pineapple, Lime, Saline
  • Cactus League (16) — Tequila Reposado, Genepy, Ancho Verde, Lime, Tomatillo – Clarified
  • Vinegar and Rye (15) — Rye, Rainwater Madeira, Fig, Banyuls Vinegar, Citrus
  • Umami Trade (16) — Bourbon, Amontillado, Citrus, Honey, Nori
  • The Golden Peel (16) — Rye, Sweet Vermouth, Banana, Bitters, Amaro Foam
  • Orchard Spritz (15) — Pisco infused in Thyme, Rosemary, & Oregano, Lime, Orgeat, Basque Cider
  • One In a Melon (16) — Japanese Whisky, Falernum, Ginger Liqueur, Cantaloupe-Almond Milk Clarified & Carbonated
  • Dora Highball (16) — Tequila Blanco Washed in Coconut Oil & Housemade Celery Soda
  • Wild Flower G&T (15) — Chamomile & Lemongrass Gin, Skinos Mastiha, Tonic

The Experience

Expect an intimate atmosphere. The meal is structured around classic service.

  • Atmosphere: Intimate
  • Format: Classic

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