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Two Arrested in Pre-Dawn Raid on Alleged After-Hours Bar in Northwest Houston

Officials expect a licensing and tax review to follow, potentially leading to additional charges.

Overview

  • Houston police executed a search warrant at Mambo's Sports Bar at 6505 Antoine around 2:50 a.m. Saturday.
  • A manager and a server were arrested on misdemeanor allegations of selling alcohol past the 2 a.m. legal cutoff.
  • The enforcement action drew the Houston After Hours Task Force, the Fire Marshal's Office, health inspectors, public works, and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission.
  • Neighbors, including nearby apartments and a church, reported the business stayed open until 5–6 a.m. with intoxicated patrons causing accidents and disturbances.
  • Police said the location has generated recurring calls for assaults, robberies and thefts, and an ongoing investigation includes a Texas Comptroller review of licenses and taxes; HPD’s Vice Division tip line is (713) 308-8600.