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    Confessions

    3.7 (159 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Outdoor seating
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    Still water before the turn up!!!
    Kim W.

    What a great experience! First time here, for a private event. It's kinda upscale, but has hookah which is a bit casual for me. Service was great in the private room. Orders were a little slow coming out, but well worth the wait. The food was piping hot and delicious! The private space is beautifully decorated. Pricing is moderate. The space offers various opportunities for photos and selfies. Outside of a private event I feel the environment is for a younger crowd, which includes choices of music. It is a bit loud, even in the private space. Not sure if the volume is adjustable. But we still had a great time celebrating my daughter.

    Full bar
    Eleanor R.

    Definitely do not recommend coming here on a Tuesday! The worst customer service I've ever experienced and from female management! I came for my birthday and made reservations. One of my girlfriends was 36 weeks pregnant. It took an hour to get sat with a reservation! And then they sat us at a high top when there were lower tables available. When I requested to move they refused and told us we could sit outside though where it was super hot. I informed the manager of her almost falling and she did nothing. If anything she was extremely rude! Then I seen smaller groups than ours get sat at low tables! There was only 4 of us and they couldn't even accommodate us. Then the drinks were extremely overpriced, small food portions and super ratchet environment. The music was waaaaayyy toooo loud, you literally need to scream to speak to the person across the way. And there aren't any directions or signed on how to get to the building! So many ladies were lost. Oh and your whole party must be present before they seat you, even if one person is missing. Overall I DO NOT RECOMMEND'. Instagram videos made this place look legit, and it's not at all! Don't believe the hype, go somewhere else. I won't ever come back to this establishment and again don't recommend!

    Tasha F.

    We got here as they opened at 4:00 p.m. One thing that was disappointing was that they're supposed to welcome guests with a complimentary glass of champagne, but we were told they had already run out. That was surprising considering they had just opened. They also ran out of sparkling water. If you're advertising a complimentary drink, I'd expect inventory to be checked and stocked before opening for the day. Other than that, we had a really good experience. We went on Tuesday for the special where you buy two drinks and get a salad, entrée, and dessert included. It was definitely worth it! The drinks were strong, and the food was delicious. Parking was easy with the attached garage, and the restaurant validated the first two hours. Valet is also available if you prefer. Our waitress was attentive and friendly. The atmosphere was beautiful; the décor is gorgeous and the music was great. They also offer hookah, although we didn't partake. We really enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be back.

    Jeanette D.

    If you are in Houston, get reservations and go to Confessions! You won't be disappointed! In fact you may be inspired to make a confession now on to my review. The ambiance of this place hits you at the entrance with an astronaut and mirrors and it's slightly dark and mysterious. Many great photo opportunities. Then you are taken into the main space which is upscale but also whimsical with a life size Iron Man. There's also a balcony area that I'm sure will be a whole scene during the cooler months. We decided to get the mimosas tower, shrimp and grits, and donut burger and fries. The mimosas tower was amazing. The shrimp and grits were tasty. I didn't eat the donut, but the burger meat was delicious and the fries were tasty. Come to confessions and enjoy!

    Rockafella Lamb Chops
    Shanice G.

    Upon entry we were greeted with a glass of champagne which was such a nice touch. The ambiance was nice, they played confessions by usher about 10 times but overall aesthetically pleasing. Our waitress was super nice and attentive. Now, we walked out of there and reflected thinking -- we just got robbed. $180 for a shared entree, appetizer, side & 2 drinks is fine I guess but the quality has to match and this wasn't it. The strawberry wings had no depth in flavor just wings tossed in strawberry jam. No seasoning, no spice, no salt, no thought. Stick to the regular flavors - and fyi the strawberry will be on in your nails for the next 24 hours. The lamb Rockefeller was innovative but just didn't hit for me. Maybe if the topping was a bit more charred but it was like spinach dip on top of lamb chops. The Mac and cheese was solid, but nothing boxed Mac & cheese can't do. You're there for the ambiance, not the food. While the food is edible, for the price point you can find way better food in Houston. If I return I'd sit at the bar & get hookah with 1 appetizer.

    I love The tiny print confessions at the bottom!!!  Well put. Well detailed! I'm rooting for this business to win!
    Brittany H.

    Reminds a solid 3 stars. Parking is validated for 2 hours in self parking. The menu presentation has improved. The sides have decreased in texture. Particularly the candid yams, they were very sticky and difficult to chew. As if I was eating airhead candy, which I dislike it entirely. I had a salmon plate with a side of rice. Both was Al la cart portions and the rice portion was less than a kid size. For $8. Reminded me of the mouthwash cup size of jollaf rice from November's event.

    Fallon L.

    JOSHUA was A-MAZE-BALLS! Service was spectacular and the food was delicious. We had the steak and truffle fries special, along with the strawberry wings and beef bacon brussel sprouts. Love the atmosphere and music. Definitely will be back!

    Felicia R.

    Had brunch at Confessions Restaurant & Lounge and really enjoyed the experience. I ordered the chicken and cookie butter waffles, which came with four full wings and four mini waffles. The waffles were fluffy and delicious, and the chicken was seasoned well and flavorful. I also tried the martini and sangria and enjoyed both. The decor is gorgeous with a fun, girly vibe that makes the space feel perfect for a birthday brunch, girls' night, or celebration. There's also patio seating available if you want to sit outside. The music was a mix of 90s R&B at the perfect volume -- enough to set the mood without making it hard to have a conversation. Parking was easy with an attached garage available. Overall, such a cute brunch spot with great vibes, good food, and a fun atmosphere.

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    Shania C.

    The food was cool , the drinks were a 10/10 . The sidechick will be my new fav drink! Service good . I did love the cheesecake . It's deff a favorite thing of mines . The champagne at the door is top tier and give a luxury feeling . It's always beautiful to see a black owned business doing well.

    Strawberry Cornbread
    Jasmine J.

    My friend and I came here on a whim and it was the best decision! We were greeted with complimentary champagne and sat at the bar. I love decor with the pink chairs and flowers above the bar. Our bartender was really nice and took our orders pretty fast. It was happy hour and I decided on the Cajun Chicken Flatbread and Spinach Dip. Both came out piping hot and delicious. The flatbread had great flavor and was perfectly crispy The spinach dip had great flavor as well and the pita was just right. When I'm back in Houston, this will definitely be a go to place for me!

    Calamari
    Amber W.

    I was highly impressed! Upon coming out of the elevator, we were greeted with complimentary champagne. If you're into aesthetics, this is the place for you. We sat at the bar and enjoyed happy hour which included half off appetizers and flatbreads. My friend tried one of the flatbreads and spinach dip while I had the calamari and strawberry cornbread. I will say it was just regular cornbread with a slight drizzle and strawberry garnish but it was still good. I would come here every time I come to Houston.

    Spinach dip with crab
    Jared E.

    This is a great place to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or to just hang with friends, your partner, or by yourself at the bar. The decor is amazing, the music is a mix between R&B, Hip-Hop, and Afrobeats. Our server was friendly and very attentive. She checked on us the right amount of time. Our food came out pretty quickly too, so no complaints there. I would recommend coming out and checking this place out. Heat of the moment: 10/10.. perfectly spicy and perfectly balanced. It is not sweet nor bitter. This drink is perfectly in the middle. Spicy peach wings: 10/10.. I got them breaded and every bite was full of flavor. It was not too sweet and not too spicy. I highly recommend getting these. Brussels sprouts: 8/10.. They were good but nothing truly wowing about them. The sauce is what makes them great and it does have bits of bacon. Spinach dip with crab: 8/10.. this dip was amazing... except for the crab.. the crab meat was not good and tasted too much like the ocean. Crab is supposed to have a slight sweet taste to it. It's probably because I lived in Maryland and know how crab is supposed to taste. Texas got crawfish on lock but crab... eh.. I say get the regular spinach dip.

    Burger
    MC F.

    Because Yelp recommended it, I looked at the Confessions website and immediately suggested it to my dinner group based solely on the aesthetic portrayed in the photos. Later, when I found out it was a hookah bar, I became concerned, for my friends and I are definitely foodies with high expectations when it comes to food. However, midway through our appetizers, my concerns dissipated as the oohs and aahs floated across our table. We were a party of 7, and every one of us, without exception, remarked at the deliciousness of each offering. We had the calamari (perfectly tender and crispy,) the pasta (Al dente and oh so very savory!) the hummus (the accompanying pita triangles were incredibly crisp and the dish delightful,) and the rosemary truffle fries, which were, again, perfectly crispy, and incredibly flavorful. For entrees, a couple of us had the burger (wonderful, and the bacon jam is a GAME-CHANGER.) the Cajun Alfredo (packs a punch in flavor,) the Honey Truffle Chicken (outstanding.) the Crab Fried rice (I didn't taste it, but the person who ordered it loved it,) and the Kabobs. (Again, I didn't taste them, but the person who ordered the dish said it was excellent.) The cocktails were wonderful, as well. Back to the ambience: it's certainly beautiful, airy, with tall ceilings and abundant natural light from the expansive windows. The furniture is tasteful modern-eclectic and comfortable: something else we all noticed is it was void of any odors - very fresh and clean, which is huge for a hookah bar. Service, like the food, was outstanding. Every single staffer we encountered was gracious, welcoming, and genuinely warm. We appreciated the recommendations from our server and the visits from management. So, Confessions has it all, and we will definitely be back to try more of the menu. What an awesome find!

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