Vibe: Grown and sexy. Heels required for the ladies. $10 valet…read more Drinks: Our bartender killed it. The cocktail "The Dream" was amazing. Highly recommend. 9/10. Fruits of the earth was huge but tasted like juice (came with a little show). A little too big to be holding.

Sante is a chic, cocktail bar/lounge located in Upper Kirby neighborhood. It's best to probably…read moreuber here or they have valet service as well. The ambiance is very lively and always a good time. I've been here a couple times for happy hour and at night as well. Service is actually really good for a bar that's always busy. The waitresses check in often and bring drinks quickly. I've tried the picante drink, fruits of earth (pineapple and pass fruit mix so it's sweet), an expresso martini here. I enjoyed it all! The happy hour specials are a great way to try out the menu $7 cocktails, $5 martinis, discounted caviar service at $47. It's a great place for happy hour with friends or a stop when out bar hopping around town.

If going twice in two nights when visiting from L.A. isn't a testament to a great bar, I don't know…read morewhat is. I ate at Norigami Tuesday night and it was great as were the cocktails served up at the nextdoor bar called Hidden Bar. On Tuesday, I tried the Thai Chili Ginger Margarita ($13) and it was great, complete with a hunk of candied ginger which I "gingerly" consumed throughout my drink experience...see what I did there? Next, I had the Three Dots and a Daiquiri ($13) with Rum, Lime, Velvet Falernum, All Spice and Pineapple and it was very similar to one of my favorite tiki drinks, the Three Dots and a Dash, complete with 3 luxardo cherries. To finish, I had the absolutely incredible Golden Laurel ($16) with Gin, Italicus Bergamot, House Greek Botanical Bitters and Sea Salt. It is equally beautiful served with a clear bay leaf and delicious. Last night, I was guided by the friendly bartender to try the Et Tu Banana" ($15) with Banana Bourbon, Spiced Pear, Creme de Banane, Campari and Citric Acid. I was a little worried about the cocktail being overly banana-y but it wasn't at all. It was a fantastic drink. For my last call, he recommended the Left Hand ($13) with Bourbon, Campari, Sweet Vermouth and Chocolate Bitters. Again, fantastic. Both nights, the bartenders and drinks were fantastic. Ambiance is nice with moody lighting. They even have a bidet toilet seat in the bathroom! Hidden Bar is a "hidden" gem, for sure. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

Stopped by The Hidden Bar for drinks and let me just say... the ambiance is EVERYTHING the…read moreaesthetic is super cute, very picture-worthy, and definitely gives that "night out with the girls" vibe. They even have a selfie ring light on the wall, which is such a fun touch for pictures (because if you didn't take pics, did you even go??) Now--fair warning--we went on a Friday night and it was PACKED. We were lucky enough to find seats, but it was so crowded we could barely talk without yelling, and we were basically shoulder-to-shoulder with the people around us Other than that, it's a really nice spot to grab drinks, hang out with friends, and get some cute content. Would I go again? Yes... just maybe not on a Friday night

The place to relax and have a small bite or cocktail is just right Upstairs! This was one of the…read morefirst places I visited when I first relocated to Houston. It was and still is the perfect place to "WINE"-down and grab an delicious appetizer. Perfect to visit if solo, on a date, or with friends or colleagues after work. This quaint lounge setting offers bar seating, high top tables, lounge and booth seating, as well as patio seating overlooking a the beautiful tree-lined street. They also offer a separate room to host meetings or parties. Appetizers are delicious - I ordered their fried pickles and spinach dip. Just enough to hit the spot. For my cocktail, I selected the a classic apple martini (I know, "who still drinks those still?" Lol...I do...nothing wrong with a classic dahling). Great times and worth the check out. Right "upstairs" from Hungry's, this place is a great spot to chill. Self parking is limited, however they do offer valet. No street parking. Enjoy!

I stopped by for happy hour and was pleasantly surprised by how many options they had. The prices…read morewere pretty reasonable, especially for the portion sizes. The service stood out right away, very welcoming and friendly, and the food came out extremely fast, which was a plus. As for the food, it was decent overall. The wings had good flavor, but the ranch was a bit watery and could definitely use more seasoning. The onion rings were also good, just needed a little extra seasoning to really bring them up a notch. Overall, it's a solid spot for happy hour with good prices, generous portions, and great service.

This place is a VIBBBBBBBBBBBBBE!! Why did it take so long for me to go?! Free parking and no…read moreentry on a Monday night too?! It a no lose situation! I rode with a friend to celebrate an Htown Legend in Live Music, Marium Echo. If you have never heard of her, shame on YOU! and if you have, then you know it was already a good time to just hear her sing. Her and her band were phenomenal! Two sets from 830 to 11. I did not drink so I cannot tell you about that but I saw plenty people at the bar consistently throughout the night, so I imagine its decent. As far as space is concerned- we'll its called the Liv'n Room. It's about the size of it, Stage is is front of the bar. Two people deep could actually stand and listen to the music but thats it. Otherwise, people stand or sit on left and right of stage, but it doesn't matter when you have a great sound system and someone that can blow. Top it off, Marium and her band know how to engage the crowd with one of the guitarist playing a mean solo into the crowd. This people is live music at it finest in Houston and don't let nobody tell you different. I plan to come back VERY soon cause this was a great time- and I was home by midnight without any drama. That for sure is a win win.

I loved this lounge! From the live music to the homegrown atmosphere, it's a great time. The…read moreambiance was very relaxed and inviting. The people were nice and welcoming. The drinks were well made and the service was quick. The musical guest, Jenni P, was great and made my visit more than enjoyable. This is the place to be on a Wednesday night! I definitely plan to visit again during future trips to Houston!

I went to Bar 9 to grab a drink with my wife and what a great time it was thanks to Ed! The drinks…read morewere an absolute hit, highly recommend his Smoked Brisket Old Fashioned or BBQ Margarita. He really made our experience bright and had us smiling. Definitely make a stop there!

Such a lovely outdoor space with great views of the medical center! This bar is connected to the…read moreHilton hotel, with bistro lights strung throughout and a bar that is sure to serve large crowds. The breeze at night depending on the day helps keep you cool and enjoy the views. Great place to host a networking, business meeting or even personal event!

Came right after they opened on a Sunday afternoon and the bartender was very welcoming.. It was my…read morefirst time here, and the menu is pretty extensive. We came specifically for the chocolate martinis and I tried out an expresso one as well.. It was dangerously good. The bartender warned us ahead of time as they pour double here and yea.. he wasn't kidding. It was filled all the way to the brim.. you're getting your money's worth on a delicious martini. Vibe was a good entire time as they started playing some R&B/hiphop... the crowd slowly trickled in. By the time we left it was almost packed! We had a really nice little table near the front so got to see alot of regulars come in. The bartender even gave us a round of shots on the house for being our first time. (It was like a double green tea shot lol) Great experience overall and definitely be coming back if I'm in this area.. Parking can be tight but there's spots around in some of the nearby shopping centers. I hear it can definitely get busy in the evenings, so glad to have gotten to try out this spot! Review #300 THIS IS SPARTA... Tonight, we dine on Yelp!

Very disappointing experience. My two friends and I sat at the bar, and within five minutes a…read moresecurity guard asked one of my friends to leave, saying she appeared intoxicated. This was surprising, as it was our first stop of the evening after dinner while celebrating my birthday. The situation was handled abruptly, without any attempt at a respectful conversation or clarification, which left us feeling unwelcome. I tried to calmly understand and resolve the concern, but there was no willingness to engage. We also noticed inconsistent enforcement. On this visit, and a previous one, a visibly intoxicated and disruptive male patron was not asked to leave. I hope management reviews how situations like this are handled and applies policies consistently and respectfully to all guests.

Between the vibes of the music, the friendly patrons that didn't mind striking up a conversation…read moreand the bartenders who made great recommendations and had amazing table side service I would give this place a 5/5! Probably one of the best edamames I've had in the city, amazing oysters with a pesto sauce/ side and a yummy house made pizza! If you want to come alone or bring friends this is your place. Perhaps next time I'll try their hidden speakeasy behind the bookshelf.

Walking in, the place looks very cute. There is a great bar and spacious seating. There is one…read moreother room and a speakeasy room. The seating was comfortable and the music playing created a nice vibe. We originally found this place on instagram and OpenTable and made a reservation on OpenTable. I'm not sure why the reservation is even an option because there is no hostess and it is open seating. The drinks we got were great! There were many great drink options and they did not disappoint. Unfortunately, it was difficult to get service. When we did get someone to help us, we also ordered truffle fries. The fries were fine, but there was definitely no truffle flavor to them. In general, it was fine enough. Nice atmosphere, music and drinks.

The hookah lounge was nice and relaxing. No cover was charged when we walked in a quarter til 9pm…read more Enjoyed the bartender, live band Kolloue and the Sunshine, and seating. Restrooms clean, beautiful interior with hands free soap and dryer. The band played Oldies R&B. We did not have to pay for lounge seating. 30 minutes after ordering the lamb chop special, I asked about the wait time as it had not arrived. The manager informed me the meat was not prepared and to wait another 40 minutes. He replenished my mixer on the house. While I enjoyed the meal of lamb chops, fresh asparagus, mashed potatoes (instant?), it was served in to-go containers. $40? I expect a worthy plated presentation with real silverware. They did not have a knife to give me either. I failed to capture a photo because I was so hungry. At the end of the day, I would definitely return without warning food.

Decent spot. Stopped by on a Saturday night. I got there @ 8:45 & there wasn't a cover charge. I…read moreenjoyed the DJ & the live band. The music was great. Mostly r&b with some old school rap. It wasn't too crowded & the drinks were good. My only complaint is that there wasn't any waitstaff. We got there early, only 2 other patrons & no one greeted us or took drink or food orders. Also, we did order food & the first order took a long time, however our 2nd order didn't take long. I'll definitely return for the music & the drinks.

This cigar lounge was awesome. My girlfriend and I wanted to enjoy a cigar and we headed to Urban…read moreSmoke. As soon as we entered, we were greeted with a smile. The cigar selection was great and this place is kind of deceptive--it's like a Speak Easy. Our server (Gene) was amazing! BTW, she helped create most of the drinks on the menu. The lounge was chill, the bartenders were great, and....they had live DJs playing awesome music! The hookah was great too! We did have some food: catfish. It was amazing! Crispy. Full of flavor. Delicious! The beans and rice were tasty too! We also had the cheese curds--yum! We felt welcomed. We were happy. We enjoyed the evening immensley!! I'd go back in a heartbeat!

Decent parking in their private lot yet the space is small so come early if you want a place to sit…read moreor a table. Otherwise you'll be standing. The bartenders are friendly and quick with a strong pour. It was too crowded for me as it was hard to walk from one side to the other. I do appreciate the security yet the lines for the bathroom were annoying as they're are only 2. The dj was cool kept the vibe going all night. Decent pricing for drinks and Decent hookah for the city at $25. If I come back I'll be sure to use the bathroom ahead of time to avoid the line and obnoxious knocks on the door and arrive early to avoid being seated in the walkway.

I love the Retreat! They have great drinks and even better customer service! The food is excellent…read moreand the vibes are exactly what Sunday funday are all about. Plus the drinks are reasonably priced and you get the bang for your buck. This is my new favorite spot in Houston.

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