If going twice in two nights when visiting from L.A. isn't a testament to a great bar, I don't know what 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! read more

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Stopped by The Hidden Bar for drinks and let me just say... the ambiance is EVERYTHING the aesthetic 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 read more

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Hello, Fellow Seekers of flavorful delights! I gotta say - not only is Norigami the freshiest fish in town BUUUUT they have the coolest speakeasy. I would not DARE spoil where the entrance is from the sushi bar (SHHH!). The origami hanging from the walls is SO COOL. Makes me want to relearn that art... I would say their most exquisite drink yet is the Tiramisu martini. That just SOUNDS amazing - just you WAIT for your tastebuds to interact with it. Wow. Just wow. Kindred spirits, Bella read more

This may be my new favorite happy hour spot. This speakeasy is located inside of norigami sushi. I'd describe the vibe as on point lol. The food and drinks were all really tasty. We tried the shrimp, wagyu and pork belly skewers and the bluefin crudo. My favorite was the wagyu but they were all awesome. The bartenders were super friendly and really knew about the drinks. read more

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I don't know how I feel about Hidden Bar. Maybe I caught them on a bad day, but the vibe was off. The bartender offered us free drinks to move to the bar instead of sitting on the comfy couch we had already claimed (weird). And then... the drinks weren't even free (more weird). It was a good drink, though, hence the 3 stars. It was extremely loud in there and there were bunches of folks getting sloppy. I would give this place another shot. read more

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Visited on a Wednesday night and it took 45 minutes to receive my drink, and it was the wrong drink. Staff never checked in on us during the long wait and also said the incorrectly served drink would be free, but still charged for it read more

Hidden Bar - Speakeasies Near Me - Houston, Texas

We came by after having dinner at the restaurant (Norigami). The drinks are delicious & the menu offered is the same as in the restaurant. It's louder though bc of the music. Kitchen closes at 10:45. They also have a happy hour from 3-6 pm Tue-Fri & all day Sun & Mon. The ceiling is amazing.. completely covered in paper cranes! read more

Hidden Bar - 'Nice to Matcha' - Speakeasies Near Me - Houston, Texas

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What a cool speakeasy!! The ambiance is fun and it was well decorated for Valentine's Day. The ceiling is covered in hanging origami cranes, which was so cool. The service was also pretty good. We were checked on often and helped with selections. All drinks were good except the Thai chili ginger margarita. It didn't taste like ginger at all and was extremely sour. Painkiller was delicious, as was the espresso martini and the Yamaneko read more

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Small bar with awesome drinks, ambience and almost a "club" vibe. The DJ is awesome. The bartenders are also fun and upbeat. Drinks are moderately priced and soooo well made. Loved the concept of all the origami floating above the bar and the pretty feminine flowers also in the sitting area. This bar can probably seat 25 ppl comfortably so grab a seat when possible. Me and my friend had so much fun and would be back! read more

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Why this place doesn't have more reviews is beyond me. It's hopp'n. And it's not that hidden. Which I somewhat appreciate because I can come here whenever I'm solo but also, I think they can amp up their prestige by making it harder to get into. Hamachi crudo - phenomenal. Perfectly sliced and the flavors are amazing. A bit pricey but .. it's solid! Wished I was a bit more hungry and had a bigger wallet so I could try more. Drinks: Everything I was looking for in a cocktail - Flavors that you simple just can't make at home. Come. You won't be disappointed. Service from Brandon, Paul, Andrew, Thomas, and Ken were top notch. Would love to meet the brains behind these cocktails - Hao. PS. Is anyone even Japanese here? It was bomb. Doesn't matter. Bathroom has a remote. Push the button that says flush. It's not that hard. read more

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came here on Friday night around 8pm, & the vibes were great! The DJ was so amazing and had all the vibes going. A little bit of the popular Afrobeats and R&B/soul and old R&B vibes going, and played some songs from Renaissance by Beyonce I was in music heaven because I am a sucker for a good playlist. The lychee martini was good but not strong so I decided to go for a vesper martini for my second round which was obviously more liquor. I was very comfortable with my friend and we had a great time! This is such a lovely and intimate speakeasy and I love that parking is so easy! Can't wait to return read more

Hidden Bar - Lychee Martini & Nice to Matcha - Speakeasies Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Ok.... Nothing special. I wouldn't recommend or go back. But it was not bad. Staff is very nice. Very slow. There was not very many people here and still took awhile to get a drink. I had the "HIDDEN BAR OLD FASHION".... Was ok. It's next to a sushi restaurant and basically the bar for the restaurant. It's in an old shopping center. read more

One thing about me, I love a good speakeasy. I did not know this place even existed until we were looking for a cocktail bar while in the area. The name is very fitting as it is hidden beind a door that blends into the wall of the Japanese restaurant Norigami. It is located in a shopping strip in West U so parking was pretty plentiful when we arrived in the evening. Their website states no reservations are needed for Hidden Bar, but when we walked into Norigami, they did ask if we had one. When we stated we didn't have one, they said no problem and lead us through the hidden door. What we walked into was small, but beautiful space with dim lighting and different origami covering every inch of the ceiling. There was also a dedicated, closed off glass case with a wall of expensive champagne as well. Seating is pretty limited with some seating at the bar and some seating off to the side. If you're rolling in deep, you might have a hard time finding seats together. We came at the right time and were able to find some seating easily. You can either order at the bar or order with a server. Customer service was excellent. We knew coming in we were going to be in and out so we made that one drink count. We studied the pretty extensive menu twice over to make the right decision. They have their own specialty cocktails along with the classics. They also have a pretty nice list sake, beer, wine, mocktails and different spirits. The drink that stood out to me was the Periscope. It was gin drink with elderflower, lemon, lime and egg whites. This drink was not only pretty to look at, but it was absolutely delicious. All the flavors worked in perfect harmony and the egg whites gave it this nice, velvety mouth feel. It was also very refreshing. All my friends got a variety of drinks that all had completely different looks and tastes. I tried every drink and they were all just as good as mine. I was kind of sad that we had to take off so quick because this place was a whole vibe. The music was on point and the drinks were delicious. The bathrooms are a trip to with mirrored doors and fancy toilets that have a remote. I'll be back for all of it sooner rather than later. read more

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Hidden Bar has got the vibes but the service was lacking. The bar is located inside of Origami restaurant through an unmarked door panel just to the right as you walk in. Upon entering the bar, guests are immersed in a sexy, sophisticated cocktail lounge with low lighting, and a canopy of dedicate paper cranes on the ceiling. There's several small tables and also a number of spots at the bar. Thursday evenings starting at 9pm is reverse happy hour with a DJ, $9 cocktails and 25% off sake and wine. I checked my receipt and unfortunately this special was not applied. Maybe because of this special or perhaps the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, the bar was quite busy when we arrived. We found a spot to stand at the bar to place our drink order and began to wait. And wait. And wait. 45 minutes later one of the bartenders finally took our order. Once our order was in, you guessed it, it took even longer to get our drinks. We almost got to the point of just walking out. On this night there were only two bartenders and a bar back. I noticed that one of the bartenders really struggled to move quickly, struggling to prepare garnishes and to remember which cup was which when preparing multiple drinks at the same time. There were also multiple times that the bartender had to leave from behind the bar to walk drinks over to people at tables. Hidden Bar does have food options on their menu which seem to come from the Origami side and likewise, it seems like Origami guests can order cocktails that come from Hidden Bar. They might want to reconsider this as it diminishes the exclusivity of each business and reduces the efficiency of their staff on each side. I would also suggest that they consider adding a third bartender and a waitress to assist with taking drinks to tables rather than have the bartender take on this responsibility. They might be able to take a few other steps to help their bartenders handle high order volumes like prepare garnishes in advance. In the end, the drinks were good but the service was just such a let down. read more

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Loved the Hidden bar! They have the best drinks, music and vibes. The bartenders were very nice and accommodating. The atmosphere is nice for an after dinner drink or a small group night out. 10/10 read more

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I finally got a chance to order the food: The Uni (hokkaido) and it was delicious!!! They also offer Santa Baraba Uni, so we got the opportunity to choose. I think it was 2 pieces of nigiri per order and we thoroughly enjoyed. And as always, the drinks were phenomenal. read more

Hidden Bar - Speakeasies Near Me - Houston, Texas

We were out to dinner in Rice Village looking for a fun night cap when we saw Hidden Bar on Apple Maps. It's hidden inside of Noragami restaurant. It was poppin for a Thursday night and the DJ was playing great tunes! Cocktails were tasty and we ordered very generous caviar bumps. We took a few bartender recommended shots that were delicious. The bartenders were so nice and had great taste. I will absolutely be back for another night here. Great time. I can attest that you can leave your car overnight in their parking lot if you have too good of a time read more

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Meh. Old fashion tasted like water. Started with the pork belly skewers, just tasted like fat & salt. Decided not to have more food or drinks. Atmosphere was cute & music was chill. Service was average. read more

Ambiance very chill on a Sunday night not packed like Saturday's. This is a cool bar to be at if you like low-key chill type and some sushi next door . read more

Hidden Bar makes some of the best cocktails in Houston. They have a pretty creative menu that could appeal to all tastes. There are some small appetizers but you're definitely coming here for the drinks. This place is great for a date night or with a small group of friends. It is a speakeasy vibe and the seating is limited so I would suggest trying to go before or after the peak rush time. There are sofas against one wall and seats at the bar and 1 tv where they are typically showing one of the games. The music is great (chill R&B and hip hop). The bartenders are great! The last time I went, Paul mentioned that he was leaving soon but he might be one of the best bartenders that I have experienced. He is knowledgeable and creative. I would highly recommend this spot before or after dinner with a small group of people. read more

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We came for some pre-dinner snacks and drinks when they opened at 3 PM. We ordered the otoro sashimi, yellowtail crudo, and the shrimp skewers. The sashimi and crudo were our favs! Everything was really fresh and the otoro sashimi just melted in our mouths. The service was excellent-shot out to Ronnie for being so awesome! Ambiance was really nice too! I liked all the origami as decor. We will def be back! read more

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This is one of my classic get your popcorn ready reviews that I hate to write but it has to be done. I stopped by on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving at 10:45 p.m. to be exact. They close at 11:00 p.m. (according to their Google page). Upon arriving, we were told that 10:45 was last call for drinks and since it was 10:46 by the time the hostess checked for us, they wouldn't be able to accommodate us. My response was really?! For one minute? The hostess went back and then a tall Asian gentleman (perhaps the manager?) returned. He told us that they actually had been closed for more than an hour due to the holidays. I then mentioned that it says they close at 11:00 p.m. He said they typically do but since it was the day before the holidays, they were closing early. I asked why they didn't update their Google page, it takes a matter of minutes, and he said well it's not an everyday type of thing. I said true but doing so prevents customers from driving to your establishment in vain as I did. At that point, he started just repeating himself. Zero accountability and zero compassion. The restaurant and bar business is a highly risky business. For a speakeasy to treat a customer in the way that they did was quite disappointing. Had he apologized, that would have helped ameliorate a crappy situation. It's common for restaurants in Europe to stay open well beyond their closing time if there are customers present providing business. In this case, they wasted my time due to operating as an inefficient business. The gentleman made the situation worse by the way in which he handled it. I'm the self-appointed king of speakeasies in Houston. True speakeasies are amazing experiences. Unfortunately, as the popularity of speakeasies have increased, new speakeasies have opened that have tried to capitalize on trends and for the "Instagram" crowd. Rather than sticking true to the true nature of what a speakeasy should be, they offer the opposite. Would Al Capone have denied me entry 15 minutes before closing time in Chicago during the Prohibition Era? I think not. Hidden Bar, you should stay hidden from existence if this is how you operate. read more

Vibes were oh so good! This place was super cool on a Friday night. We stopped here after dinner on a whim and thought it was cool that it was a speakeasy. We walked in and asked for the hidden bar. The hostess opened up a portion of the wall and ushered us in to a romantically lit little spot. The drinks were just perfect. We tried the paper crane, hidden old fashioned, mezcal Rita, and naked and famous. All were perfectly crafted with great aesthetics, aromatics, and taste. The paper crane drink even had a mini paper crane on it. The bartenders were cool and shared great conversation but knew when to let us talk alone. I should mention the bathrooms had cool toilets with a remote, options to bidet, and heated seat. I love this spot!! read more

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New favorite! Cool place, great drink menu (loved Barong's Fang- their take on a Bee's Knees- and martini), and top-flight bartender Hal! What a find! ENJOY! read more

I absolutely love the vibe of this place. It's a speakeasy located inside of the Norigami restaurant. They don't take reservations but the inside is quite spacious with bar seating and a few booths. The decor is also super cute with hundreds of paper cranes hanging above. My friends and I came on a Saturday night just for drinks but eventually couldn't resist ordering some of their bar bites. My first drink was the Yamaneko which was cachaca-based with spiced asian pear, rhubarb, and coconut. It was my first time trying cachaca but all of the ingredients together made for a refreshing cocktail. The bartender even added a cool smoke bubble on top. My friend ordered the Nice to Matcha, a rum-based cocktail with matcha and pandan. I normally don't gravitate towards rum but her drink tasted like a dessert. Our bartender that night was amazing, had great attention to detail, and even gave us a sneak peek on a few drinks he was working on. I'm hoping the Hidden 85 makes an appearance on the menu soon! The bar bites we ordered aren't your typical bar bites but they were delicious nonetheless. Since we didn't dine at Norigami that day, we at least got to try some of their food. The hamachi crudo had truffle and bits of fried garlic which I enjoyed. The scallop was refreshing. The wagyu skewers were fatty and tender. Overall, I'm glad we stumbled upon this place. I've already recommended it to a few of my friends and can't wait to come back. read more

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Hidden, intimate, good music and drinks. They include a mocktail menu, which was nice. We didn't taste the food, but will return and give it a try. read more

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Love love LOVE the origami cranes on the ceiling! So pretty and fun. They have a good selection of Japanese whiskey. I had the Periscope cocktail, which was good. The bartender put extra hearts in it for Valentine's Day. Overall a fun date spot! read more

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If you're looking for Hidden Bar, enter through Norigami, NOT through the urgent care. Not saying I did, but I definitely thought I was supposed to! Once you enter Norigami, Hidden Bar can be found behind the wall to the right side. Once you walk in, it's like stepping into a whole new world. The space is small. There are only a few booths with open seating and a few bar stools. The ambiance is sleek and mysterious, and the drinks are top-notch. Our bartender Hau was amaaaazing--he crafted every drink with such care and skill. I'd follow him to the ends of the earth. read more

We stop in for a couple of drinks before we flew home to Seattle. Our drinks were amazing but our service from Ken and Andrew was even better. The bar is really cute the detail they put into it amazing. We really enjoyed ourselves. Can't wait to visit again. read more

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Outstanding atmosphere, service, and food. Will go back for sure. Bartender was great

Great vibe, good date spot, great craft cocktails. In sushi restaurant; speakeasy -- highly recommend read more

Hidden Bar - Champagne wall and oragami ceiling - Speakeasies Near Me - Houston, Texas

Place makes a solid cocktail. We went for happy hour on Memorial Day and at points were the only person in the bar. Note all day HH on Sundays. The HH snacks were tasty. Pork belly was quite good but the spicy edamame was amazing. The bartender was engaging and had a good conversation. The place had a cool feel but I assume it can get quite busy on Weekend evenings. Nice date night place. read more

Hidden Bar is located inside Norigami. The small bites were super yummy; I'd recommend the wagyu skewers, spicy edamame, and salmon nigiri. The drinks were great as well, as I love cocktails with Asian-inspired flavors. It has a nice intimate feel, and there are a couple booths that make it a nice place to hang out with friends. read more

What a disappointment. My boyfriend and I came here on a Saturday night, and while it was busy, I've been to much busier bars with way better service. The bartenders here were completely unorganized, more interested in socializing with each other and their loud and obnoxious "friends" at the bar than actually serving other customers. We waited a ridiculous amount of time just to get our order in, only to watch them make drinks for the guy who ordered after us FIRST. Then it took another 20-30 minutes for our simple cocktails to finally arrive. The drinks themselves weren't too bad, but absolutely nothing special -- and definitely not worth the wait or the frustration. If you want attentive service and a bar staff that actually knows how to prioritize customers, go literally anywhere else. read more

10 stars! Highly recommend. Visiting from Miami and stumbled in. The ambiance is A+ and service is A+++. The bartender Ken overheard us celebrating and birthday and whipped up a concoction that was truly delicious. A lovely surprise to our birthday girl. We highly recommend this place! read more

Friendly staff and excellent drinks like the periscope. Can easily blow your budget but worth it experience.

I like this place. It's really cool and I especially like the hidden bars inside. I would definitely frequent this place when bar hopping.

I love little places like this! I'm from out of town and after yesterday's storms finding a place for mocktails before a rehearsal dinner was challenging, so glad that everything aligned for us to walk in here. The service is great! The bartender went above and beyond to make us mocktails to our liking and surprised us with amazing flavors and flaming drinks. The bar is decorated really cool too. I love all the origami cranes and the pink lights. The prices seem fair too. And the sashimi is amazing as well! read more

Hidden Bar - Speakeasies Near Me - Houston, Texas

We came as a group for birthday night and had an amazing time. The vibe was great with a cozy ambiance. The bartender was super helpful, friendly and made us great drinks and shots. We'll definitely be back ! read more

this place is so amazing. It's gorgeous inside but still private. The staff is amazing and they are the nicest bartenders I have ever met. The drinks were all 10/10s including mocktails. Definitely come bumym read more