I just had to do an update because its been a month since the event, and guess what? My nails have…read morenot budged... not even the slightest bit. I mean, sure, they're a little banged up since I'm exactly gentle with my hands. For example, I almost took off part of my finger while using a grater, but my nails took the hit instead and saved me (LOL oops). I stay cooking, cleaning, working out, etc so my nails are exposed to wear and tear, but they are still holding STRONG. The signs of wear and tear are pretty minimal despite the abuse I've put them through and the rentention is absolutely insane. I've never had a set of nails stay on for this long without showing any signs of lifting or coming loose. I will 1000% be back for this quaility of work. Thank you organizers for putting this business on my radar.

Nails event has become one of my favorite events! I haven't been to Nail of America before but this…read moreplace was quite big. So many spa chairs, work stations, and polish colors. There was no wait when I arrived for the second session around 5:30pm. We received a $38 credit to use. I opted for a pedicure and was shown to my spa chair. My nail tech was very friendly and did a great job with my pedicure. Mary June, our host had us playing bingo which was really fun. The winners received a goodie bag. We had lots of laugh during the games. This was such a fun event! Definitely different from my usually experience at the nail salon. Thank you to Jando, the Yelp Houston team, and the Nail of America team and Mary June for hosting and organizing!

A YEE back to back nights. That's a rarity. But Jando is a GOATed CM. What can u say!!!!!…read more I attended the second gathering , which was from 8-10pm. Once scanned, we grabbed our seats and the sampling began. Got a wide variety of items that we got to sample. I enjoyed them all. We got to hear from the management team and the chef, who gave us a summarized briefing about the business and its history/vision. As usual, the stars were out. Plenty of convo and great laughs. Thanks to Jando, Yelp and Pok Pok Po +bol management for hosting this event.

I attended session two of the HAPI bol and Pok Pok Po event. It was my first time here and I…read morehaven't heard of this place before. We were able to sit down for the event which was nice. Unfortunately, the AC was out and the business did their best to accommodate to our group. The heat wasn't too bad for me, we had the trusted Yelp fan to keep us cool. The server brought out each item to our table in sampler cups. I enjoyed the chicken wings and fries the most. The mango lassi was also good. There was a lot of items listed on the menu that was in front of us. However, we didn't get to try everything because not all the items were served. Sitting on the bol side, there were a few items that weren't served on our side versus the pok pok side. I thought the organization could have been better. Overall, I still appreciate the efforts and planning by Jando, the Yelp Houston team, the Pok pok+bol team for putting together this event for us.

What a fun event! Despite the cold rainy weather, there was a great turn out of Elites dressed in…read moretheir best pink outfits. I was happy to finally wear a dress that I've had for over a year. When I first arrived, it was a bit hard to get a drink at the bar, but once we were split into groups, it was better. I enjoyed The Kelly; it was cucumber forward and very refreshing. I also tried the Mezcal cocktail (Ladies in Pink). It wasn't bad, but I'm not a huge Mezcal gal. I wanted to try something different since I tend to go for the same types of drinks. The decor was beautiful and definitely the biggest draw to Postscript. GM, Timothy said the main demographic is women, and it is apparent on their socials as well as their Yelp page. I thought the portraits of Princess Diana and Princess Grace of Monaco breaking through the frames were really cool. I meant to ask Timothy if The Kelly cocktail is named after Grace Kelly, but I didn't get a chance to. The photo ops all around the restaurant were a nice touch. I was in the second group and I ended up towards the back of the line. A few of us had to wait on plates as they kept running out. I didn't get an opportunity to take photos of the food before everyone filled their plates. The biggest thing that I have to mention is the fact that people were taking extra servings of food, despite Timothy asking people to only take one serving. There's always going to be vultures at events, but it's not a good look and frankly it's disrespectful. I did not get to try the Chicken and Hummus and initially the Truffle Flatbread (more on that in a second). I passed on the shrimp since I don't eat shellfish. The food was good, but it wasn't the highlight. I did enjoy the "Deviled Egg" High Tea bite. The Vegan Sandwich was a bit heavy on dill. The slider was good but the ratio of bun to meat was a bit off. At any rate, I'm always grateful for the light bites. Timothy made the rounds to each table and took the time to hear our feedback. When he asked us how we liked the food, we explained that most of us at the table didn't get to try the Truffle Flatbread. Timothy went to the kitchen and asked the chef to make one for our table. We really appreciated that! Timothy also gave us so much background on the restaurant from the pink quartz bar, to the tilted mirrors in the "speakeasy" (private room), the fine china in the bar area, and the champagne booth buttons. He really has gone above and beyond to create a beautiful atmosphere. He has regular customers and said that ladies come for all sorts of occasions like birthdays, bachelorette parties, and even divorce parties! I would love to come back for high tea with my girlfriends. A huge thank you has to go out to GM, Timothy for going above and beyond for us! And of course thank you Jando, Yelp HTX, and the Postscript staff for graciously hosting us!

Pink'ing of you- the first thing I want to write is a Pank u.. I mean Thank u... all that pink- it…read morewas sooo Barbie and soo perfect for a galentine night. ... don't mean any offense to the guys there today at the event, but you will agree with me- it has a very cute, gentle, soft, mushy, girly vibe to it... and I loved it. Tim, the owner was really nice. He gave us all personalized attention and explained his menu. Something not on the menu but you should know is that the place offers exclusive High Tea experience on Thursday and Friday from 11 to 4. Perfect setting. From outside the place looks deceptively small, when u enter, a whole arena opens up. There is a huge bar, with lots of seating all around. Then there is the dining hall, and a little private setting as well. Tim also mentioned that he has hosted a wedding party , I can definitely see it. It can't get more romantic than this..... The bar tenders were the busiest. They needed more of them for a crowd like ours. But a very agile and helpful crew was in and out of kitchens filling, refilling and clearing up as well. Very efficient. I was glad they had atleast 1 vegan dish which I got to binge on. The food was very conveniently placed on plenty different tables so people could move freely around. Menu was hand picked and bite sized so it was easy to eat. It was presented pretty well. Thank you Yelp and Postscript. It was a fun evening.

I love the Black and Gold Badge events, especially when they're at an upscale restaurant. I wasn't…read morefamiliar with Makiin Thai before this event, so I appreciate the opportunity to check it out and experience some culture in the process. The decor is beautiful! Upon entering, we were able to grab an array of drinks. The gin cocktail served in the gemstone glass was so pretty and it tasted great. With it being a seated event, I assumed we would be served, but it was a mix of passed food and buffet. I really appreciate my tablemates making sure everyone got to try all of the offerings. Because of the set up of the long table, it wasn't easy for some folks to get up to get food. We kind of took a divide and conquer approach. Some of us grabbed drinks, some went to the buffet, and others made sure that everyone received passed hor d'oeuvres. Teamwork makes the dreamwork! The dishes that were offered were very creative and unique. I tried quite a few samplings. The Roti was delicious. The Summer Salad (watermelon with the crispy onion) was different, but good. I liked the Brussels Sprouts, soup, and wontons as well. It was nice to hear from owner Lukkaew. I didn't realize she also owns Kin De Thai and Thai Tail. It was so lovely to experience the Thai culture through the traditional dance performances. I believe this was the same group that performed at the Black and Gold event at Kin Dee Thai a few years ago. Thank you for sharing your culture with us through dance (one of my favorite art forms)! It was great to see old Yelp friends and meet some new friends. Thank you Jando, Yelp HTX, and Makiin for a wonderful evening!

Where to start? 1st...a huge shout out to our amazing CM Jandoito for what may be my fave elite…read moreevent yet. Unbelievably beautiful Thai restaurant near River Oaks.The red carpet was out as you enter this thoughtfully planned out space with lovely pieces of musical art on the right.On the left was a huge wall mural that depicts the highest area in Thailand. Beautiful drinks adorned the bar as we entered and thankfully a few missed out and there were extra for those who braved the warm night out. Appetizers came in waves with delicate succulent Thai flavors.You can tell owner Lukkaew has chefs that cook with traditional spices and love.We were able to hear her story of how she came to own this and a few other Thai restaurants. We cannot wait to return for dinner or their amazing lunch Buffet Thank you Lou C for recommendation! Great catching up with new friends and ones we love seeing at events. Will return soon.

I can't think of a better way to celebrate Black History Month than with an event in a historic…read morelandmark (The El Dorado Ballroom), in the historic Houston Third Ward (aka The Tre) featuring an array of Black owned small businesses! Rado Market is bigger than it looks and I appreciated Jando encouraging us to walk around to explore the building. There's nothing worse, than getting home from an event to realize you didn't see everything. I enjoyed all of the food and wine that I sampled. I had the Oxtail Sliders, the Chicken and Waffles, and the Collard Green Mac and Cheese. The mac and cheese was my favorite! I tasted the Jerk Chicken Wing and it was good, but a bit spicy. I was able to try a few wine samples including the cabernet, rosé, and the sauvignon blanc. It was really nice to walk around and talk to the various vendors in the market. I loved hearing the back stories of the businesses and their passion for what they do. I really enjoyed my conversation with Karis (Ambrosia and Nectar) and J. Christina (Radiant Aura Essentials). I purchased a diffuser from Ambrosia and Nectar, a bottle of cabernet from Rado Market, and some body butter from Radiant Aura Essentials. I sampled some of the body butter and the scent stayed on me for the rest of the evening! It was so great to hear from Chef Chris Williams about the market and the history of El Dorado Ballroom. He has done a lot for the community and he continues to do great things with his businesses including his non-profit foundation (Lucille's 1913). I admittedly wasn't familiar with Rado Market before this event, but now that I am, I will definitely be back for brunch and to purchase more local goods. Thank you Jando, Yelp HTX, all of the small business owners, Chef Chris, and Rado Market employees for a fun and informative evening!

Thank you Jando, Yelp Houston team, Chef Chris Williams and all the vendors for this event…read more Located at Emancipation Park, which is lovely, and beautifully renovated. I have been wanting to visit Rado Market for a while, and I am not sure why I made excuses not to stop in. But I have officially been won over, and already planning my next visit. First off, my priority has been supporting black owned businesses, and this was a perfect opportunity to do just that. Chef Chris Williams and Chef Jaden (sp) shared some of there staples from there cafe. Shout out to that mac and cheese with collard greens and that slider. It was yum The most important part of the event was Chef Chris Williams speech. About his passion for 3rd Ward and the historic landmarks of Houston such as El Dorado Ballroom, the black community, affordable and healthy food for all, and especially the growers of the food. Chef Chris is successful in his own right. But he wants to create space for other small black business vendors at this market. And is a prime example of real community uplifting. There is space for all to succeed. I receive his message loud and clear. I was grateful to purchase some of the Shea butter Radiant Aura Essentials, and plan to purchase the candles with Ambrosia & Nector. I enjoyed talking to all of the vendors learning more about each business and how it came about. Thank you Yelp, for such a thoughtful and wonderful curated experience. Shop local yall, you never know what gems you will find.

So lucky to be able to enjoy a VIP private event with HiFi at the Finn Hall…read more Came early. In fact, many Black & Gold Elites lined up early for a very special evening. Michelin award winning Chef Michael Collantes greeted us personally while we waited downstairs for the main event. So nice to hear about this project as well as his restaurants and other expansions in Orlando and Dubai. Enter HiFi. What an amazing evening! The space is so comfy, cozy. Love the entire concept. Couches, booths and high tops wrapped around an open central bar. Vinyl on the ceiling and a DJ spinning old school vinyl records. Bartenders making the most delicious Paloma-ish mocktails and cocktails with a generous pour according to my fellow Yelp party revelers. So much fun!! Since my hubby and I were one of the first ones up the stairs, we were able to snag a booth with my friend, Mark W., and some of the early samples. The crispy brussels sprouts and the Korean fried chicken skewers from Nyam Nyam were my favorite bites of the night. I missed some of the samples as I shared with my tablemates but still left quite full and satisfied. While I waited for drinks, my husband headed downstairs to check out the food hall. He watched as the chefs prepared trays of food, that were quickly snatched up by hungry Yelpers, while still making food for the customers downstairs. That is a challenge. We actually thanked the chefs on our way out. We will be back with friends to let them share this experience as well. Kudos also to the Yelp Houston team who helped my husband register for the event. We were in Brooklyn over the long holiday weekend when the community event posted and he kept getting a purple dinosaur error, although I was able to RSVP without any issues. Once back in Houston, after an almost 4-hour airline delay, he was able to officially register late on Tuesday night. Thanks for help with the Party Pass. Congratulations to Chef Michael and his amazing team of chefs, bartenders, DJ and support staff. This was truly a five-star red carpet, or old school vinyl, event. It was also so nice to see so many from our amazing H-town Yelp community support this new venture. Thanks as always to our amazing Yelp Community Managers Jando and Farrah. This was another "record" setting evening. Grazie Mille!!

What a fun night! This was my first time at the HiFi. While having been to the Finn before, it's…read morenice to see a lounge/cocktail bar upstairs from a food hall. I love the retro ambience of this lounge, would be a great spot for after work happy hour. We were served cocktails and samples. The proper burger sliders, Korean fried chicken skewers, truffle fries, crispy brussels sprouts, and bulgogi lettuce cup. My favorite was the Korean fried chicken, it was crispy and packed with flavors. The truffle fries were also good. I would have liked the patty on the burger sliders to be a bit thicker. The meat patty was overdone. It was a bit difficult for the servers to pass the food to everyone and navigating the crowd so the wait was a bit long. It was great hearing from the chefs, they were very nice and came by to talk to us. We also got a chance to chat with Tara. Thanks for validating our parking. Overall, it's great to see this lounge as an addition to Downtown area. Thanks Jando, Farrah, the Yelp Houston team, and the HiFi team for organizing and having us here!

93' Til was a big vibe! This spot had been saved in one of my collections for a while so I was…read moreeager to be present for this elite event. After reading the email with the reminders and other info, I decided to arrive a little earlier to be able to find parking with ease. I parked in the parking lot and read my book until the event started. Upon entering there was a line formed and B was checking people in here and there. I ended up getting my badge scanned right before heading inside. One nice touch while standing in line was one of the staff members passing out cold water, thank you! The vibe in 93' Til has a hype, coffee shop, retro lounge kinda feel inside. That description makes sense in my head ha! Sampled a few items: *Chicken liver mousse with berry jam *Beet salad goat cheese citrus and cashews *Pork shoulder steaks w/Blood orange pico, hazelnuts and sunchokes *Chicken sandwich sliders *Fried fish with black garlic aioli *Carrot cake tres leches The chicken sandwich sliders were hands down my favorite; the fried fish with black garlic aioli coming in second! I had the Bee's Knees cocktail made with Pineapple Rosemary Infused Ford's Gin, Lemon, Local Honey and that thang was delicious!!! So incredibly refreshing. It was nice to catch up with old elite friends and meet new ones. I left a little early so I didn't get to try the dessert, but that's okay. It was nice to learn about the owner and the history of the spot. Shoutout to the 93' Til team, Yelp Houston, and Jando!

What a cool event to celebrate HAPI! It's always nice to have an event at a place that I've been…read morewanting to try. I didn't know anything about the restaurant or the history and significance of the name, but that's why we have these events right?! I loved the space. The playlist was amazing (as expected), the photo ops were cool, and I liked that they had vinyl for sale. I overheard a fellow Elite say that it reminded her of Off the Record. For me, it felt more on par with Vino & Vinyl in Sugar Land. At any rate, I appreciate a business that focuses on music and creates a chill vibe where you can hang out with friends and unwind from the day. I grabbed a table in the corner and was a little concerned that we may get passed over for food, but it was quite the opposite. The staff did a great job of making sure everyone in our area received food. At one point, one of the servers offered to take our drink orders so we didn't have to get up and go to the bar. There were a few times that the staff came by with the same food, but we didn't take any second servings because we have manners and aren't greedy. I tried the Verdita cocktail and it was really good and cucumber forward! I wanted to try the Bee's Knees, but they had run out. I sampled all of the food except for the Beets and Goat Cheese (I dislike both and didn't want to waste it). My favorite was the Pork Shoulder! It was very flavorful! I also enjoyed the Chicken Sandwich and Fried Fish. It was great to hear from Lung (owner) about the history of the restaurant and significance of the name (he immigrated to the US in 1993, and he's a huge fan of hip hop music). Many thanks to Lung (and his staff) for sharing your story and sharing your restaurant with us! And of course thank you, Jando and Yelp HTX for all that you do for the Houston squad.

Yay to Yelp elite weeks YEE…read more I was initially was on a waitlist but then cleared. Who doesn't enjoy a pizza especially if u just moved from the Tri state area. I ordered the margherita pizza. It was delicious. It was rich with tomatoes, cheese n basil and had a robust flavor. The restaurant itself was very spacious from inside. The manager was the one taking orders at the counter. My son lived with me who also ordered a pizza and some garlic nuts, for which I will leave a separate review for the restaurant. Thanks to crust pizza management, Yelp and Jando for organizing this awesome event.

A pizza Elite Week?! Heck yeah! I'm glad I signed up and am now wishing I would have signed up for…read morethe Memorial location too because the pizza was tasty! I wasn't familiar with Crust Pizza Co. before this opportunity. I met up with Annalisa P. and Helene S. who was celebrating her birthday! While we were there, we ran into Mel S. and her fiancé! The restaurant wasn't very busy (probably because of the stormy weather). I walked up to the ordering counter and stood there for a minute before an employee came to take my order. The young lady who took my order was nice and helpful with suggestions. All of the staff members that I interacted with were very friendly! It was great to have the option to do the build your own pizza. I was tempted, but decided to order the Wyatt BBQ Chicken and it was delicious! I loved the BBQ sauce and cilantro. The personal size was plenty and I had some slices for lunch the following day. For my fountain drink I went with iced tea (1/2 sweet, 1/2 unsweet). The tea was good and was not bitter which was a relief. I also ordered a Spiked Arnold Palmer which had Deep Eddy Sweet Tea with lemonade. It was really good!! The restaurant is quite large. The booths are big enough for 6-8 people. They also had some high top tables in the bar area. There were plenty of large screen TVs in the bar and main dining area. It's definitely a place where you could eat and hang out if you wanted to watch a game. The large parking lot is an added bonus! I can't wait to come back to try some of the other pizza options. Thank you Jando, Yelp HTX, and Crust Pizza Co. - Heights for this awesome Elite Week!

Sometimes, you just need to celebrate PHOBruary…read more What a great, intimate last-minute event. Really savored the signature beef pho at one of Stetsi Food Hall's newest offerings, HÚP Noodle Bar. The beef broth was so homey and soothing. Generously filled with noodles, beef meatballs and thinly sliced ribeye flank, it was perfect for a chilly PHOBruary night in Houston. Love how the name "HUP," means "slurp" in Vietnamese. This really reflects the dining experience as you enjoy your generous bowl of pho. The broth is simmered overnight which really infuses the warmth into the flavor. Add some bean sprouts, fresh basil and a squeeze of lime. Perfection!! Thank you to Chef Cuong and the incredible staff at HUP Noodle Bar for a delicious treat. Love the pho, our assigned tables and the cute Yelp chopsticks. I will be back. And, as always, thank you to our amazing Houston CM Jandito. Not sure how you do it, but you keep highlighting such unique spots in our beautiful hometown. Amazing!

Yummy pho on a cold winter night? No Brainer!…read more Thanks Jando, the Yelp team, and Chef/owner Cuong. I appreciate my party pass, always! What a wonderful intimate event. I love asigned seated events. It helps you get out your usual comfort zone and meet new Yelpers. But it was even more cutesy because my buddy Justin was by my side, and the other folks I know were at near by tables. I thought it was so cool, they had chefs counter and 6 person table seating. Jando and Chef did a great job of sharing a bit of history and background. I was surprised to learn it takes as much as 28 hours to perfect this beef pho. It makes sense because the broth runs deep with flavor. Food- was yum! Starting with the starter the Shrimp Chai Go (sp) and the Banh Kat. Both were such a great way to start, super hot and tasty! The beef Pho, wow a huge portion, I was not expecting. Loved my take away the following night. And decided to deservingly tip this business generouly for there time and effort. This felt like the perfect comfy cozy event. When at Stesi food hall, will definitely check this out. Thank you always Yelp!

Some history in Houston finally. This theatre is sooo cute…read more There is an old time charm to the place. All seats are on the same level. A curtain closes and opens the screen- classic ! They play classic movies and the entire list is available online. Its a dine- in and menu is pretty good, they can make anything vegetarian so thats good. Staff are quick, friendly and very helpful. Loved it overall At to the show: WWE Unreal, releasing on Netflix on Jul 29- there is fight, drama, emotions , and high stakes involved. It will be released in episodes until the WWE Megaevent. Must watch for all you wrestling fans out there. Ripley, John Cena, The Rock , and so many more. .... Adrenaline pumping show. Must Watch Thank you Yelp and River Oaks theatre staff and mgmt.

The Yelp team came off the top rope with this last-minute movie night. Netflix's WWE Unreal is a…read moredocumentary-style series that dives deep into the personalities behind wrestling, both in and out of the ring. The first episode set the stage for a season that follows the road to WrestleMania, spotlighting some of today's biggest wrestling stars and marking the return of John Cena for what appears to be his retirement run. The biggest jab is the hint he might turn heel!!! Whether you're a long-time fan or someone who hasn't watched WWE in years, this show has the kind of drama and behind-the-scenes access that pulls you back in. I've always wanted to visit the River Oaks Theatre. It's a classic cinema I've long associated with big indie flicks, cinema festivals, blockbuster screenings, foreign films, and of course, cult classics like The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Somehow, I had never made it until now. I'm glad this prescreening finally got me there. The theater has been freshly renovated with wide lounger seats(that I can't tell if the recline or not..) and the team really takes good care of you. You walk right in past a sleek bar, perfect for grabbing a cocktail before the show. Once you're at your seat, you can order food or drinks with the push of a button. I'd definitely put this place high on the list of elevated movie experiences in Houston. It left me curious and entertained. WWE Unreal might just be the spark that reignites my love for wrestling.