High power drinks in a cool interesting place. Always a good time. It's one of those places either you love it or hate it.

Stopped by for some bevies and attending a bday party, the two words that would describe this establishment are Weird & Dark. Driving up, saw valet parking yet there was free parking 30 ft away so save your money and drive a little. Walking up to the place, the door had no name, no camera, no light, door literally under a stairway, only indication it's a bar is the bouncer. So apparently this is by design, that's weird #1. Walking in, the place is so dark, And if you dare and get beer goggles, you would probably walk out with something that would be written in your friends joke book for decades to come, so beware. At the only bar, ordered an Old Fashioned and the bartender failed that miserably, vodka tonic lime was much tastier.. Don't confuse the bartenders with the fancy drinks.. Lame.. Birthday folks showed up and upstairs we went, and here is weird #2. There are a many love seats, and I think there were 5-7.. Stacked one after the other like a train. Now these are the old large cushion couches type, Aaannd there were couples sitting there and making out :) the wall adjacent to these seats was bare, not a single painting or decorative ornament weird #3.. We proceeded to the party booth and celebrated the bday, as the night progressed it got busy and the music was not bad. Overall, it was entertaining to be there, but nothing special. My words of wisdom for you, order simple cocktails, have cash on hand, and never get hammered there for your own good ;) read more

Marfreless - Bar from second floor, and yes the light are turned on :) - Lounges Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've been here once before, but was only there for about 45 minutes, so I didn't really get a chance to have an honest opinion on this place but I wanted to try again so my boyfriend and I went there after dinner to have a couple of drinks. Drinks- I chose red wine, a pino to be exact and all though this place is not supposed to be known for wine, the wine wasn't that great at all. It wasn't the worst thing I've ever had, but it wasn't great by any means. It didn't go down smooth and it had a musty taste about it, like it was collecting dust on the shelf for quite some time. My boyfriend got an extra dirty martini with vodka and that was actually delicious. It tasted really good and the olives were huge! Customer Service- The customer service was really lacking. The bartenders were in the corners on their phones with 2 of what I thought were customers, but I think they were friends, I'm not sure, I couldn't tell. We sat with empty glasses for awhile and we were right next to them at the bar directly in our chairs and the glasses were visibly empty, so that was frustrating because when we got there, it wasn't even busy. It did get busy after awhile and then they quit being on their phones so much, but we were pretty annoyed at that point. There was a girl there and she was really nice, nonetheless. The Inside- The inside is cool and the main reason I wanted to come back. It's dark and feels mysterious. If you go upstairs, it's VERY dark to where you can almost trip if you're not being careful, but still cool. The upstairs seems to be where people go to have a better group setting that is more comfortable. I also noticed that they have curtains in between the chairs/couches and there were a couple of people basically having dry humping sessions on those chairs, so it's definitely somewhere where I think people go to get frisky if they want to be frisky in public but not get caught. It's very discreet. The chairs were leather and really comfortable and the decor was very unique. I enjoy the atmosphere in there, minus the dry humpers All in all, it wasn't a fantastic experience and even though they have a great cocktail selection, I don't think my boyfriend and I will be back. We could spend a better $50.00 somewhere else and get better quality. $50.00, for what we got was slightly high, especially because the wine was not great. read more

Nicole is fantastic and opens on time but don't come on the days Antonio opens because he's never here on time. The business opens at least an hour later. read more

A nice lounge to meet up with friends. There is no cover but the drinks are pricey but very good! The parking gets full because of the movie theater so you have to park on the street. The lounge upstairs is very dark but that's the way we like it read more

Marfreless - Lounges Near Me - Houston, Texas

Nice quaint place. Music is a bit loud and the drinks are not that strong. But I like the location and ambiance.

I've been here a million times and never wrote a review. Years ago I used to come here occasionally with a guy that I used to date. My ex boyfriend and my relationship got so stale that we just went out to eat and came home. So now that I'm back in the dating scene I've recently visited here after dinner to chat more. It was just as dark and sexy as I remembered. It eventually became more social congregating with other couples. Okay so on Friday and Saturday nights. I recommend getting there pretty early to get a sofa. Bring someone that you at least kind of like being close to lol The place doesn't have a name. But it's a white building with a blue door. The place is also known as The Blue Door The drinks are pretty strong. I don't know if they're expensive or not. I never pay. Lol. But I've never heard anyone say I saying they were expensive. Perfect for first dates. read more

Great little place, friendly staff. Enjoyed our evening there the bartender was very sexy and sweet. Very helpful and knew about the place and directed me to where I wanted to be read more

We had to check out Houston's infamous make out bar! Glad we checked it off our Houston bucket list, but probably won't go again! Hidden behind an unmarked blue door behind the piano store on West Gray, Marfreless is a small two-story bar with a great cocktail menu, great liquor choices, great music playing (Amy Winehouse, Etta James and similar artists while we were there, and mood lighting. I had heard about Marfreless and wanted to check it out! And glad we did - but it's not a really a place that feels like you could be a regular at! read more

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I am not sure what is the history of this place but it was not for the faint of heart from what I heard. Nonetheless, today's vibe is much more than seedy or underground vibe from back in the day. The drinks are on point and yet it keeps its allure of being dark and mysterious. While, it's a definitely a fun place to make-out, please take further activity elsewhere. Nonetheless, it's a great bar to hang out with your significant other. read more

It was amazing the vibes were great and the people were amazing there! I definitely would be going back there again I love the experience

Amazing bartenders. The drinks are strong like you made them at home. You'll only need 2-3 to get there. This place was very clean. I always look at the bathrooms and they were in great shape. Upstairs is supposed to be couples only. It wasn't quite giving swingers club but more like a privacy den. There's leather couches and curtains to separate. It's supposed to be couples only and there was a few single men up there being annoying. My critic would be a little more regulation on the single men in the couples area. I didn't inquire about food so I'm not sure if they have any. I didn't see any menus. But I had a great time with my friend and my partner. I definitely recommend checking it out. read more

We got there and we were the only people in the entire place so we each grabbed a drink figuring people would eventually come in. Well, we closed our tab after a rosé and a WELL double vodka soda and our tab was $72. I'd say the rosé was good but I had to finish it cause my wife was disgusted by it. It's no wonder why we were the only people in the whole place. The vibe is cool but no one wants to pay $30 for a drink, for the literal shittiest drinks at that. This place blows. Don't waste your time. read more

I can't believe this place is still open! Yeah, I've been here before, back in the 80s & yes I made out with my boyfriend at the time in the little nook below the stairs. Except today, the nook is gone & a major renovation happened making this place very pretty & a great place to meet up with some friends before walking over to Izakaya-Wa for dinner. The lighting is still very dim, the bartender still makes a mean martini & the second level is still the place people go to make out in public. Nice to know that some things haven't changed. read more

My boyfriend and I enjoyed this establishment. It's definitely a spot couples need to check out-- you will not find any other bar like this in Houston. The only downside would be the expensive drinks and the bar is quite compact. read more

Another trip to this fun speakeasy vibe bar. Service once again is amazing. Drinks still pricy but that's not what you go for. Sat up stairs met an amazing couple, we all had a great time!!! read more

Place has gone to sh!t.....used to be classy and now it's trashy. Basketball shorts and tennis shoes?!?!? The wrong group of people have discovered it. Have been coming here for 15 years and the time has come to stop visiting. read more

Upstairs is the place to be bring a friend. Nice hang out kinda place. Wasn't super busy, very chill type of vibe.

Very dark, very cool. This is a wonderful end-of-the-night spot. And the mysterious, signless entrance door is awesome. I hope this place never changes. Really good playlist the night we were in as well. read more

People basically doing it upstairs in public to the tunes of **NSYNC and bsb blasting through the place. Saw a ladies bare butt so that was fun. Drinks are expensive af too. I like that it's hidden and dark in there which is about the only thing about it that reminds me of a speakeasy. The 90s pop was confusing and so was the upstairs swingers/hook up area? Don't see how the two relate. Overall, different experience. Hopefully they steam clean their couches... read more

This is my Thursday night spot! Kaitlin is our bartender and has been for months now! She's always so kind. My husband and I adore her! read more

We have been here once and Never will return. This business will steal from you! My wife bought a drink at the bar on the credit card for $12.00. Instead of a $1.00 tip she hit $100.00. Bartender said she would cancel the charge and charged her for the drink again and my wife tipped her $4.00. The bartender never canceled the charge so we disputed it with the credit card company. Marfreless Refused the dispute! We were charged for the $112.00 plus the $16.00. Do not support these criminals! read more

Low light levels. Dark red colors. Soft and sexy r&b music playing. A full bar. Seductively dressed looking waitresses. Sofas that suck you into them and comfort you. Semi private areas draped off from preying eyes. A downstairs and an UPSTAIRS. Off the beaten path and therefore hard to find. On the backside of a well healed elite shopping area. Behind the blue door......when I walked in I expected to see Barry White in a red crushed velour robe smoking a Salem cigarette and singing " Can't get enough of your love, Baby"! This place is just "cool". Everyone who has been there knows that. If you haven't been and ONLY if you are with an 'other' person (significant or otherwise) you should go. In other words, singles shouldn't go here :) This is couples land.... read more

LOVE this place! I've been there since my college days and yes, it's couples only. They changed owners and renovated the place about a year ago and I do like the upgrade, but somehow nostalgically miss the dingy furniture and crappy lighting. Oh well, things change....... but what is still the bomb.com are the drinks! WHEW - I can always count on being well buzzed. This is a great spot for grown people who want to have a grown conversation. But..... Stay out of the back room if all you're into is conversation - it has a reputation for 'activities' and lemme tell you - that reputation is WELL earned. LOL read more

10/10 recommend! Amazing staff, atmosphere & specialty cocktails. Moved to Houston a few months ago and have been to this location place over 10x. read more

My man and I came to check the new renovations out on day 2 of the opening. All that used to be Marfreless still remains. There have only been simple updates to make bring the space up to date, yet no changes when it comes to the atmosphere and overall vibe. The intimate seating, low lighting, and classic rock tunes remain. I didn't get a chance to check out the upstairs, but it seems like the have replaced the outdated vinyl couches to more modern seating arrangements. I'll admit I was pretty disappointed by the basic domestic beer selection. I am hoping they will update that a bit once they get into the hang of things. With Local Pour across the street it wouldn't kill them to carry a few Karbach canned beers. There is an excellent liquor selection, decent wine and champagne galore. I'm sure we will come here from time to time, as this place is sooo close to home. Great place to "have just one more" before heading home. read more

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This bar is favorite. It's the most hidden tucked away little gem in Houston. Find your way there but keep it a secret. read more

Marfreless - Natalie's Caribbean Special - Lounges Near Me - Houston, Texas

Hahaha...it was so dark I rammed myself into some huge object (turned out to be someone's boops) So. Wait by the bar (the brightest spot in this whole joint) for a bit until your eyes adjusted before you make the Move. Drinks were ok...nothing wowing about, a bit on the pricey side! Oh the entrance is the blue back door! read more

Perfect make out spot! Great for people watching too! Came here on. Very romantic first date and loved it!

It's about the most sexy & mysterious place I can think of in Houston. Folks of all sorts, a gothic feel, with great bar service. It's a great place to have an after dinner cocktail or kick off a night on the town. read more

It was nice and very relaxing. The upstairs supposedly says it's just for couples but some folks were in groups, others were solo just observing. If you are cool with that. Great Vibe, my date and I enjoyed it for sure and will be back. Drinks were good but pricey. read more

Just recently heard about this place so we were eager to try out the notorious Houston institution. It didn't disappoint in atmosphere, which I hold in high regard in determining what I like about a particular bar or restaurant. We came in with a group, as we were celebrating a birthday, but it is very much a date/couples bar. We still had. A good time in the dark and moody bar. Our waitress was sassy, playful, and fun, and I enjoyed in Prosecco, while the others had classic old fashions, and a Churchill Martini. I'll definitely be going back, and perhaps on their half off champagne and wine Happy Hour on Wednesday nights ;) read more

Marfreless - Lounges Near Me - Houston, Texas

I'm glad to know it's still open. I started going in the 70's till the 90's. Back then if you paid cash and were due change they would include a Kennedy half-dollar in the wicker basket. There would be two handouts at the table near the entrance that were a historical treatsie that made no sense. Obviously someone's warped sense of humor. Seems like the prices have gone up. I remember paying 50 cents for long neck beers at Kay's Lounge and being called " Hey Neighbor ! " by the owner. That way he didn't have to remember your name. Mine is Ben read more

I am glad this place exist and that they were not forced to shutdown. They have done a great job with the interior and decor of this bar. A hideaway bar is not my style but hearing about this place it has always been on my bucket list. My husband and I were on a dinner and movie double date with friends at the River Oaks theater. We decided to go for a cocktail after the movie. I enjoyed my glimpse into this scene of the straight world, but not really a place I see myself coming to often. Although if I were single and straight this may be the perfect place for me. I'm a fan, but not my cup of tea. In the same way as a gay man I am a a fan of Gay bars, but do not go often. There seems to be a a vibe of pick up or put out that really does nothing for me. With all of that said: Great Decor and Art: The Blue Door Mystery is intriguing Great Bartenders who actually know how to make a drink -I had the River Oaks Old Mule- It was new and spicy with cilantro...5 star cocktail Cons: Cruise Bar (I was there on a Saturday Night), Pretentious (Imagine that in River Oaks), Very noisy...The music is load to drown out conversations, but you have to shout at one another - To each their own....At least now I can say that I have been. read more

Love this hidden gem, although it can be quite packed at times. I would definitely recommend to others & will return next time I'm at Perry's read more

super chill, bartender was great and she was friendly. Would recommend going with your significant other :) what happens upstairs stays upstairs. read more

This has become my new Thursday spot. Tabitha and Nicole are the hottest and best bartenders in Houston! Drinks are always cold and fast service. Love the atmosphere and I will continue to come here. Super sexy place to bring a date and great music. read more

Drinks were just ok or the wrong measurements. It took a while to find for someone out of town, but I guess that's the point. I called several times for directions and no one ever answered so I kept walking around with my co worker in the rain. If I were a local, I might try it again to see if the drinks get better or I would pick something that's hard to mess up. Being from out of town, I would not return read more

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The drinks are too die for great bartenders and good music. I'm not sure what was going on last night but it had a really bad smell. Normally it's not like that and smell OK. Busy place and really nice respectable to your privacy. First date or for a moment of peace its your spot. Put it on your to do list. read more

Marfreless - Seductive and sexy at the same time... - Lounges Near Me - Houston, Texas

I have been coming to this hidden bar since I came to Houston in the late 90's. It's still around, dark and inviting with its own air of mystique. It's a couples place but have met up with friends here as well as a kick off spot. Drinks aren't cheap, but very much worth the vibe. read more