There’s a satisfying simplicity at West Alabama Ice House. With few frills and nothing fancy, you’ll get exactly what you want at this classic haunt: cheap, ice cold beer, a giant dog-friendly patio full of large picnic tables, and maybe a football game on TV or a game of pool or bags if you’re feeling competitive. Or even H-O-R-S-E if you’re up to it. Don’t forget to grab some tacos at the taco truck parked across the street.
This article appears in 2017 Best of Houston.