El Hueso de Fraile

Live music bar in Brownsville, Texas

4.6 (530)

CategoryLive music bar Β· Bar, Cafe, Deli, Internet cafe
Address837 E Elizabeth St, Brownsville, TX 78520
AreaBrownsville, Texas
Phone(956) 372-1415
Google rating 4.6 (530)

Hours

Tuesday6:30–10 AM
Wednesday6:30–10 AM

About El Hueso de Fraile

El Hueso De Fraile is a family run, culture preservation center, which offers a unique atmosphere in south Texas. A delicious coffee or organic tea, a made from scratch, family recipe sandwich, and some delightful music and art from all cultures create the perfect lunch. Later, at night, with a glass of wine, a shot of mezcal or spirits and coctails, with a craft beer, the place embodies a candle light, warm, ambiance full of entertainment, and positive energy, where live music of all kinds and people, of all ages and life paths coexist.

El Hueso de Fraile is a live music bar in Brownsville, Texas. It is listed at 837 E Elizabeth St, Brownsville, TX 78520, which places it among the local businesses of Brownsville that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as bar, cafe, deli, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

This group holds listings that did not fit cleanly into a food or drink category, mostly businesses that were pulled in alongside a restaurant in the same shopping plaza or that combine several kinds of service, such as a market with an attached clinic or a strip-mall unit that also does phone repair or tax preparation. The details here come from the public listing rather than a curated food write-up, so treat the category label loosely and check the business's own hours and services before visiting. Some of these are legitimate neighbors of the food businesses on this site, such as a nail salon or a laundromat in the same strip mall, while others are simply miscategorized on the source data and worth a quick call to confirm what they actually offer.

The business lists hours on 2 days of the week. On most of those days it is open 6:30–10 AM. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. You can reach El Hueso de Fraile at (956) 372-1415; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 530 reviews, which is a strong result for a live music bar in Brownsville and suggests consistent service.

Brownsville is in Texas, in the South, where summers are hot and humid, winters are short, and severe storms in spring are a fact of life; businesses run air conditioning most of the year and many open early to beat the heat. Getting around Brownsville is easiest by car; street parking is metered in busy downtown areas, and most suburban businesses have their own lot. Ride-share apps such as Uber and Lyft operate across Texas's larger cities, and public transit varies from extensive to minimal.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Laura Capistran 2 months ago

Great singer and composer @Gilbertocapistran SPOTIFY

Fernando Jimenez 2 months ago

Love the live music and the staff were the best.

Christopher Trevino 8 months ago

Hueso el Fraile is one of those rare places that truly feels like home to everyone. The environment is cozy, relaxed, and full of character, and the people there create a genuinely friendly, welcoming culture. What stands out most is how inclusive it feels. You’ll see all kinds of people hereβ€”locals just passing through, artists, students, folks with very little, and people with plentyβ€”and everyone is treated the same. There’s no judgment, no pretension, just good vibes and a shared appreciation for the space. It’s a place where you can feel comfortable being yourself, no matter who you are or where you come from. That kind of atmosphere is hard to find, and it’s what keeps people coming back.

Allan Garcia 6 years ago

The coffee is so good, better than Starbucks for sure. The food is delicious as well. The vibe is nothing like anywhere else in Brownsville. Very chill, cozy, and comfortable.

Danica Edited 7 years ago

I love hueso! They usually have a variety live musical genre performances going on during the evening. I enjoy drinking the Maui Brewing Co. Pineapple Mana, a hot Chai tea, and El Griego lamb sandwich (all posted in pictures).

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Frequently asked questions

Where is El Hueso de Fraile located?

El Hueso de Fraile is at 837 E Elizabeth St, Brownsville, TX 78520, in Brownsville, Texas. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is El Hueso de Fraile?

El Hueso de Fraile is listed as a live music bar and is also tagged on Google as bar, cafe, deli.

What are the hours of El Hueso de Fraile?

Published hours are Tuesday: 6:30–10 AM; Wednesday: 6:30–10 AM. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

What is the phone number of El Hueso de Fraile?

You can call El Hueso de Fraile at (956) 372-1415.

How is El Hueso de Fraile rated on Google?

El Hueso de Fraile has a Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 530 reviews.

How do I know the details for El Hueso de Fraile are correct?

Details come from public sources and can change. The owner can claim the listing to keep it current, and a quick phone call before visiting is the safest check.

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