The video above takes you on a tour through Humble, TX — a small town about 20 miles north of Houston that most people blow right past on their way somewhere else. But as the video shows, there's actually a solid little downtown strip worth walking, a deep oil history, and some real live music worth catching if you know where to look. The host stopped through Humble on his way to a gig in nearby Porter and ended up finding good food, a century-old building, and a packed crowd at a honky tonk across the street.
Where to Find Live Music in Humble, TX
Humble's downtown may be small, but it has a couple of spots that deliver when it comes to food, drinks, and music. Here's what the video covers:
- Green Oaks Tavern — A popular live music spot right in downtown Humble, located across the street from Humble City Cafe. The night captured in the video featured Jamie Lynn Vessels, a singer-songwriter out of New Orleans known as "The Rockin' Songwriter." She and her full band had the crowd going — a crowd that was, by the host's own admission, a little drunk and a lot of fun. Green Oaks draws real performers and has a reputation as the go-to place for catching a show in the area.
- Humble City Cafe — Housed in a building that's been standing for over a hundred years, this spot has a long history that includes time as a dance hall and even a pharmacy. The host grabbed catfish and cornbread here before the show. It's a solid stop for a meal with some local character baked into the walls.
- Deca Beer Company (Porter, TX) — Just up the road from Humble in Porter, this outdoor brewery hosted the musician's gig that night. The setup is outside, which works well when the weather cooperates. They also had the Tostonios food truck on-site serving empanadas, and the host called them "damn good." The crowd was friendly and supportive — a good spot for low-key live music over craft beer.
Humble's Oil History and Downtown Strip
Humble has roots that go deep into Texas oil country. In the early 1900s, the Humble oil field was the largest oil producer in the entire state. The video mentions a local museum and an area called Moonshine Hill, where oil was first observed and discovered. There are historical plaques in the area, though the host didn't have time to check them all out. Walking along the main downtown strip, you'll find small shops selling wine, clothing, and even a tattoo parlor. It's not flashy, but it has genuine small-town Texas character — the kind of place where you can grab lunch, learn some history, and catch a show all within a few blocks.