BARge 295:
A Legend In Their Own Time By Rick Clapp
PHOTOS BY MOONBRIDGE MEDIA
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arge 295 is a unique coastal entertainment spot located on Clear Lake in Seabrook, TX. It has continued a colorful legacy from the past to the present day.
Most recently, Barge 295 was voted the Top Entertainment Spot in the Best of the Bay Awards sponsored by Bay Area Houston Magazine. Last year, Barge 295 held several sold-out live concerts in The Yard (the grassy area on land next to the Barge) which featured well known national acts such as Wynonna Judd, Jamey Johnson, and Robert Earl Keene, just to name a few. Furthermore, they provided a showcase for local entertainers to play their music. All that partnered with a splendid view of the lake, cold drinks, and a very good Texas Coastal Kitchen earned them a prestigious Best of the Bay Award. Barge 295 has made a tremendous economic impact locally by bringing guests from all over the Houston area as well as other parts of Texas and bordering states. These guests spent millions of dollars in the hotel accommodations, at restaurants, and with local convenience stores purchasing gas and other products. It is no wonder why Barge 295 is considered a “Legend in their own time.” The dynamic duo, Mike Robinson and Mike Hessemer created this unique entertainment concept. Their supporting crew includes Tina Lister, Garrett Messman, Jose Castillo, Leyza Castillo, and Best of the Bay recognized bartender, Leah Jeanne. Without a doubt, they have successfully created a “Coastal Kitchen” that has great entertainment and floats on the water. Look to this spring and early summer to enjoy the new Barge 295 entertainment editions in The Yard featuring axe throwing, amateur boxing, midget wrestling, volleyball, cornhole, and other family activities. Also, it will continue to be refurbished with a new outdoor patio being added to the Barge. Barge 295’s “Coastal Kitchen” serves some of the Gulf Coast’s freshest oysters, shrimp, burgers, sandwiches, and salads.
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Bay Area Houston Magazine | APRIL 2022
