Melrose is seriously such a vibe! Their food and drinks are very good. The only gripe I have is that the outfits the waitresses have to wear by no means fit the vibe of the place. How can you have plants/botanicals, earthy tones, and chill music while having a wait staff that is forced to dress like a Las Vegas cocktail waitress? It made me feel icky, and I felt bad for them. Let them wear flowy linen to match the vibe! They are women, not objects. read more

Going to Melrose for happy hour during the week is a cheat code! You can get in, enjoy some nice drinks at a great price, and get out before it becomes hectic during the nights/weekends. All 6 of the drinks we got were phenomenal. They all were presented beautifully and had a nice touch to make them "different" from the classics. Atmosphere and ambience are great here too. The patio is beautiful as well! read more

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I would give them a one star, but this place is completely racist. I go here during happy hour at least once a month and we came out for my girlfriend's birthday with a group of people and they would not let us because one person had Jordan's on. Now he was black and then literally 5 to 10 minutes after they did not let us in a white guy walks out with Jordan's on that we're not even clean. Luckily, my friends are lawyers and also therapist so they're working with councilman on getting this place shut down. read more

I went down for Happy Hour on a Friday evening. I had 4 cocktails, and they were all pretty nice. Happy Hour is from 4-630pm. When I arrived around 430pm, it was quite empty but the crowd did pick up a bit later. $10 cocktails during HH were a pretty good deal. I had the mango habanero margarita, peach & orange blossom martini and the passionfruit colado. I enjoyed all 3 though I would say there was a lot of ice and the portions were on the smaller side. For my last drink, I ordered the matcha martini but wasn't a fan, so they made me a cocktail from the berry bomb shot instead, which was nice. (They can make cocktails from any of the shots). I sat at the bar, and there was a rotating group of bartenders. I would say the first 2 were not particularly friendly, but our last bartender was very friendly and nice, which made up for it! Maybe it's just me, but I think when you have people sitting at the bar, it's always nice for bartenders to make an effort and be friendly and chatty, especially if someone is sitting alone at the bar! read more

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Popped into Melrose for a quick cocktail. Mezcal is one of my favorites, so I ordered the Tepache Mezcalita--and it was amazing. You can tell each signature cocktail is carefully crafted to suit a variety of palates. We didn't come during happy hour, so the price was $17. But if you're on a budget, stop by Monday-Friday from 4:00-6:30 PM, when all signature cocktails are just $10! Also the aesthetic is already beautiful in here and the service is phenomenal at the bar. read more

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My friends and I saw the Melrose Tuesday Oyster & Martini Happy Hour on instagram and it would be a perfect spot to meet up after work. With everything going on with gulf oysters (bacteria/ people getting sick) , we had made sure it would be east oysters. Upon arrival, we each ordered a drink and then attempted to order oysters when we were informed they were gulf despite the post and reel saying it was East coast oysters. We were all very disappointed. The guys of the group all ordered burgers and fries from the HH menu instead. The fries arrived and are pretty thick cut and I enjoyed them. The burgers are pretty lack luster and I was glad I hadn't ordered one (especially when the guys said they weren't that good and weren't worth ordering again). The ambiance was great although I'd say the music was a bit too loud for an early Tuesday. With that said, it wasn't an issue and we still enjoyed the vibe very much. Additionally, the service was great. We were a bit surprised at the end that even for parties of 4 or less, gratuity is automatically added. All in all, I'd go again for the ambiance, service and cocktails but the food is to be skipped. read more

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Came here for happy hour, and the drinks were good, but it was pretty empty and not the best atmosphere. But it was perfect for a good yap session :) the bartender was attentive and even let us know that he could make the shots into full sized drinks for happy hour. There is valet parking, or if you're lucky, street parking as well. read more

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I'll be honest with y'all, I had some serious reservations about coming here (and not just the 6pm kind). Get it? No? Anyways, Melrose has had a reputation for being very selective at the door, especially with their so-called "dress code," which, to be clear, has been known to feel discriminatory toward people who look like me. I'm all for a dress code but when you pick and choose who it applies to, that's where you lose me. If it wasn't for my friend begging to go before she moved, I wouldn't have ever patronized them. That said, we had no issues at the door and the actual experience was surprisingly pleasant. We opted to sit outside at the bar instead of inside (way too cold in there), and the outdoor patio was gorgeous. They even had an upstairs seating area. Walter, our bartender, was the best part of the night. He made me the most refreshing mocktails and kept us locked in with great conversation. For food, we shared the fries and the spicy tuna rice crisp. Both were tasty, though I wish the menu was a bit more extensive, but I hear that's changing soon. Overall, we had a genuinely good time. The staff we interacted with were warm and welcoming. My only lingering side-eye is still the door policy. I've heard the bouncer situation has been addressed, and I truly hope that's the case, because the hospitality inside is worth experiencing without the headache at the door. Here's to being better and doing better Melrose! read more

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This new Lounge Bar created by the person that owned Clarkwood when it was good really knocked it out of the park with this very sultry inspired Lounge. Luan is an amazing bartender and we will follow him everywhere and I even told him "You know this place feels like the ambiance I miss at Clarkwood" that's when I discovered the owner who created Clarkwood creared Melrose as well, I had the pleasure of enjoying 2 cocktails there, a Carajillo and Southside, for bites we had some truffle fries which were amazing and the sauces they serve with it are really good! Can't remember what it was but of course ketchup and mayo and if you know about that you know mixing that on fries tastes amazing! I was impressed with their Tuna Rice Cakes, I was skeptical at first but Luan knew it is Lent and suggested and he knew exactly what I needed! One of the waitresses there, Alejandra, was very sweet and accommodating, she allowed me and my friend to probably bore her ear to death with chatting her up but she was very graceful and a class act! It's needless to say Melrose did it right and was very particular about staff selections which I love! Everyone there was amazing and very welcoming! Top notch service if I may say so myself!! And the ambiance... breathtaking! I love this new rendition and I really think I found a spot I can finally frequent. I am glad I had the privilege of experiencing the lounge before the crazy rush came in so I could enjoy and take in all its splendor! Great job whoever the owner is! Oh and also DJ Vee was spinning some literal eargasm sounds! Love the genre! read more

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Ambiance stunning, vibes immaculate, Ashley 10/10. Highly recommend the spicy tuna rice crisp. read more

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Okay this place is so posh! Apparently this place is all the rage on the socials but a friend hosted a bday happy hour here so I came through. I lovvveee the decor very cutesy, elegant and sleek. It is actually a pleasant surprise when you enter in comparison to the exterior. They have a very limited food menu and exquisite drinks! They are strong, unique and well made! Our waitress was fire and really provided top notch serivice. Now it was entirely too hot to be sitting outside, but once the weather permits I will be exploring their beautiful patio! There is also space for photos as there is a cute koi pond and the quintessential grass wall. There is street parking and complimentary valet. They might change at night. I went during HH so I can't speak to their evening shenanigans but! I had a great time and would definitely come back for their HH. read more

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Walking in is like walking into a vacation. I love the open space and scenery. The outdoor patio is perfect for summers. We went for brunch and the place was not quite full yet so service was quick. The espresso martini was good and the lox and bagel were satisfactory. I loved the presentation. My friends enjoyed their chicken and biscuits I would love to see this place in the night time. I would love to see this place in the night time. read more

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Melrose is a real treasure trough if you're searching for upscale drinks in a cozy, elevated environment. The crowd is cool, the waitresses beautiful and fast., Just a good place to be for happy hour and then a bit. Their food selection is frugal but delicious. Cheers! read more

My friend and I came to this establishment because we were invited by a friend. The man at the front was very rude. He told my friend that she couldn't come in because of her dress. She put on a shawl and we came back and he whispered to one of the bouncers "it's still a no". I asked him "what's wrong with the dress?" because I was honestly confused. Her dress was longer than a lot of the women that he was letting in. He responded "we just have a dress code" and turned as if the conversation was over. And so I said "excuse me. If she puts on a longer dress will that be okay? " He responded with a hesitant yes. I said "thank you that's all I needed to know." He responded "you've got your answer ". My friend and I did not return because of the obvious display of discrimination. I'm disappointed, but not surprised due to all of the awful reviews I've seen before coming. read more

We went to Melrose for cocktails on a Saturday evening before a 7pm dinner reservation. This was actually our second attempt at trying this new hot spot because the first time we came there was literally not a single seat available. This time, there were several tables open but only one that didn't have a reserved sign on top so we snagged that one. I do feel that they would benefit from having a hostess to help with seating instead of a seat yourself situation, but I digress. Our waitress was super friendly and made recommendations when solicited. My husband really enjoyed the espresso tini and my friends liked the detox martini and the Southside. The ambiance in the space is very chic but it was also absolutely freezing cold. Unsure if it's always that cold but I became physically uncomfortable. Overall we enjoyed the experience and I think it's a good addition to the neighborhood. read more

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Melrose is a cute, sophisticated cocktail bar that reminds me of a place I would find in LA. I came for happy hour, and while it did take a couple of minutes for the server to notice I was seated, my waitress and waiter were very kind. I started off with an espresso martini, which, to my surprise was very well-balanced with notes of cinnamon. I also enjoyed the Melrose burger. I really liked the brioche bun on the burger. I will say the actual burger was slightly too salty for me, as it seemed to have sea salt, but pay no mind to me as I typically am salt-averse. I also am not typically a pickle fan but I liked the pickles on this burger (the acidity also helped cut through the salt for me!). Overall I really enjoyed the two items I had as well as the ambiance of this spot. Would come again for drinks and small bites with friends! read more

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I was surprised with a bday reservation here by my bf. The place is gorgeous and gives Tulum vibes. The lighting and decor is amazing. Our waitresses were great as well. We had a board and drinks and all were up to par. My only complaint was my bf asked prior to coming was a photographer ok to bring in and was approved and was denied once he arrived. It upset me because he literally had the photographer there a few nights before so that was weird of the manager. This was going to be epic for me. read more

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The service here is unmatched. You don't get many experiences like this Houston. The way the staff is so intentional and attentive makes the experience. The beautifully curated cocktails are just a plus! Cat was a phenomenal waitress. She is kind and makes great suggestions! She amplified our visit!! The ambience is so unique from most Houston locations, you feel like you're on vacation. 10/10 would highly recommend. read more

Great ambience and vibes. Great to come on the weekends in the day.... Very chill and great service! If you get food it's also amazing. Got the fries and tuna bites and was very impressed. read more

Pretty place, night lighting, there is an outdoor spot/patio with a bar there as well. More seating outside and upstairs outside. Music is loud, but it's a cocktail bar. Easier to talk outside. Feels like LA read more

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Great vibes great service great smell bites . If you're looking for a new place for drinks this place is great tips are included on drinks. The drinks are a bit pricey if you're not into paying $20-$30 a drink than this isn't the place for you . But definitely a great place to try at least once . read more

Super trendy, okay drinks, bad service. The service took extremely long on this day. It was happy hour on a weekday but not extremely busy. We had multiple waiters walk past my friend and I without acknowledgement. We eventually went inside to grab someone so that we could place our order. Literally three different staff members passed by us multiple times avoiding eye contact. It was weird. I'm a pretty patient person so I felt that if I was annoyed, it's valid. I did enjoy the charcuterie but I don't think I'll be back! read more

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Melrose is the newest cocktail lounge on the block inspired by the owners of Clarkwood, Concrete Cowboy and Clutch. Came here on a Saturday evening. They had just fully opened around Christmas. The cocktail bar was once La Grange, which was a Tex Mex bar. Across the street doesn't look like much with graffiti/fenced off buildings. The area is dark, but there's valet and street parking. The outside is a bit inconspicuous. If you're dressed like you're going to a cocktail bar, they don't really check IDs. I showed mine anyway. The doormen/bouncers were swanky and cool, dressed to the nines in black suits. The interior has a California cool vibe like Padres wine bar in The Heights. It also reminds me of Squable. There's cute seating with round tables, booth seating, and lounge couches. Later into the evening, people congregated around the bar area to mingle. Smaller inside. I can see how it can get crowded. Not sure if they'll turn part of the outdoor area into an outside patio. The food menu isn't fully set yet. Charcuterie is the only food item on the menu for $40. The speakeasy Aye Candy in Spring Branch is cheaper with better variety like macarons and Ferrero Rocher mixed with the meats & cheeses. I make charcuterie boards, and none of the ones I've seen at the cocktail bars are that fancy to pay $30-40. Word on the street is that the cocktail bites will be created by Michelin-star Tatemó's Chef Emmanuel Chavez. I can't wait to see what concepts he has! I liked Tatemó. The music is similar to Clarkwood and gets progressively louder as the night goes on. Kind of hard to hear, so you have to yell talk. Lol. It's nice that they're open till 2 am. Not many cocktail lounges are. The drinks are beautiful and carefully crafted. You can also order off menu as my friend did with The Suffering Bastard (bourbon, gin, lime juice, bitters, topped with mint). The others had the Espresso 'Tini, Old Fashioned (not pictured) and Detox Martini. The Detox Martini was refreshing. The servers explained it as a "green juice" and that it's seemingly healthier. Lol. I had the Aloe + Rose Gin n Tonic. So pretty! It was more on the sweet side, maybe because of the elderflower tonic water. Our server was nice and she and everyone else regularly checked on us. We all enjoyed our drinks. Water is extra, btw. Tap water is sink water if you dare. Lol. Restrooms are ok. It's dark in the women's restroom and has only about 4 stalls. There's still blue tape visible along the doorway. Doors lock weird. Press the tiny button. Could use automatic toilets like the sink, but it'll do. They mostly take walk ins, per website, but we got there at 8 pm, and people had reserved for 10 pm, so we basically got kicked out of our table. I didn't realize there was a time limit on how long we got to sit. We had enough time to fit in 2 cocktails and some water. Wish we got to stay there longer. All in all, we enjoyed the venue and might consider it for NYE. If not, we'll be back at some point! read more

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Love the ambiance here on a chill night. It can get a bit crowded in the evening. The bartenders are very professional, and the cocktail list is delicious and inventive. My fave is the detox martini...not traditional at all, but so good! read more

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I'm quite disappointed with my experience with this place. My friend & I were excited to come here after hearing about it thru TikTok so we wanted to come here after work for drinks. First of all, parking around here is awful, and to do valet is either $10 on the street or $20 in their parking lot. I arrived before her and it was already packed. So many seated areas had the "reserved" sign on it, which I didn't realize I needed to make reservations for. I saw a few seats opened and asked the girls sitting next to there and asked them if it was okay if I sat there and they told me that they would "kick" us out by 7 pm for the party that had reserved the area. So I sat there. No one came up to me for a while asking about drinks or anything but I also didn't want to let go of the seats. Finally when my friend arrived, a bartender came around and asked us what we wanted and we ordered two happy hour drinks and the charcuterie board. The drinks were strong as hell, but ok, and not sure if the charcuterie board was the happy hour size or if it's the regular size, but it was decent. We were anticipating to be told to leave the area by 6:50 but surprisingly the party didn't arrive yet. By the time my friend & I had decided to leave, which was around 7:10, that's when a bartender came to tell us to leave, which we were already doing so. Overall, I felt like this place was giving "exclusive" vibes and didn't feel welcoming. read more

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This is a cute cocktail bar. Drinks are pricey unless it's happy hour. Definitely not a place for food. They have a few items on the menu to keep you from starving. But it's definitely more of a pre game place or date night meet up for drinks. Service was good and friendly. Only valet or street parking. read more

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Melrose is the perfect place for date night or a girls night out! The vibe is super sexy and the music was just the right volume for table conversations. I came here for a birthday celebration but I'll definitely be back with my boyfriend for date night! read more

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I've been here multiple times over the past year without issue, which is why last weekend was especially disappointing. I reserved space months in advance for a group of about 30 people to celebrate my law school graduation, along with a few classmates. Unfortunately, the experience was chaotic, unprofessional, and felt racially discriminatory. Most of my group that came that night was Arab, Hispanic, and South East Asian origins. First, two members of my party (my classmate's father and brother) were denied entry for allegedly not meeting the dress code. This made no sense, there were men already inside dressed similarly. When I pointed out that the website states "smart casual" (not business casual), the female manager became argumentative and aggressive, claiming the dress code "changes after 9 PM," which is not stated anywhere online or communicated during the reservation process. Notably, white men dressed similarly were allowed inside, while these two Hispanic men were not. At one point, a male staff member told me to "calm down" even though I was calm, the manager was the one being rude and confrontational. Second, service was extremely disorganized. Our orders were repeatedly wrong, food and drinks were forgotten, or we were told we hadn't ordered items that we clearly had. Third, a male staff member told me I needed to make all my guests sit down because we were "in the waitresses' way." The reason many of us were standing was because the AC was blasting directly onto the seating area and it was freezing. He argued with me until another guest confirmed exactly what I had already explained. Eventually, they adjusted the AC, which I appreciated, but it's a bar, and people standing should not have been an issue to begin with. Fourth, while we were seated, staff began hanging decorative wreaths directly above us. This should have been done before opening or before guests arrived. Fifth, after a few hours, a waitress told one of my guests that the table I reserved months ago was being taken by another party. When I was brought into the conversation, I explained that I was never told there was a time limit on the reservation, despite extensive communication with management beforehand. The same female manager returned and aggressively stated there was "nothing she could do" because the other party was paying "$4,000." I told her this was ruining my graduation celebration and that I still had guests arriving. After arguing back and forth and her claiming she looked at the emails and saw they told me about the time limit (which is a lie), she finally moved us outside. Sixth, later that night when some of us went back inside to use the restroom, we noticed that the tables we had been forced to give up were not even being used. Seventh, another guest of mine, who is an Arab man, was initially denied entry for his outfit, even though he was dressed very well and better than most of the people inside already (button-down shirt, dress pants, and clean sneakers). He was only allowed in after stating he was part of my party. Given everything that had already happened, this felt race-based. Eighth, valet service was a mess. Several friends waited 45 minutes for their cars while people who arrived after them received their vehicles immediately. Ninth, one of my guests witnessed a Black man ahead of her in line being denied entry despite clearly meeting the dress code. Taken together, these incidents strongly suggest racially motivated and inconsistent enforcement of policies, along with extremely poor management and communication. This was meant to be a celebration of a major milestone for a bunch of new lawyers, and instead it was stressful, upsetting, and unprofessional. I will not be returning and would not recommend this place, especially for large groups or events. Management needs to chill out, this is Houston, not Monaco. read more

Couples beware: this is not a date-night spot. After reading positive reviews, I made a reservation and was genuinely excited to try Melrose. Unfortunately, the experience was awkward and poorly managed, to the point that I was embarrassed for having spoken so highly of it to my partner beforehand. We had a 7:45 PM reservation and were promptly seated on the patio. We immediately ordered a charcuterie board and two drinks. About an hour later, the same host who seated us came over and told us we needed to move to accommodate a larger party. This was confusing, as we were not walk-ins and had been there well under the stated two-hour limit. When I questioned this, I was told we were "allowed two hours," even though it was not yet 9:00 PM. Trying to be accommodating, we agreed to move, but declined being relocated to the bar and instead accepted another patio table. Even then, we were informed we would need to move again at 9:30. At that point, my partner was understandably frustrated. What was the point of a reservation if our table was effectively only guaranteed for a short window? The host involved (I believe her name was Erika) was dismissive and rude throughout the interaction. I don't understand why we were seated in an area intended for a larger party in the first place, only to have our experience repeatedly interrupted. We had also ordered additional items, burgers, fries, a spicy tuna small plate, and more drinks, but due to the table changes, the kitchen was no longer able to fulfill part of the order. By the time it was offered again, we declined because it felt clear we were no longer welcome. Our new server, Eliana, was kind and apologetic and let us know our tab had been prematurely closed out by the previous server. She offered us two shots, which was appreciated, but by that point the damage was done. This is a beautiful space, but the service and reservation management were shockingly poor. For a place that presents itself as upscale, the experience felt disorganized and pretentious rather than polished. There are many other restaurants in Houston that deliver far better service without the attitude. read more

Great service and best cocktails in Houston! I came here at 7pm on a Friday and stayed until near midnight. The cocktails were fantastic. I loved the espresso martini and the mango habanero margarita. I also took a few raspberry shots that I'd highly recommend. Overall the vibes were great and I'd love to go back soon. Warning! Parking is valet and the front will turn you away for laces, workout tops etc. come dressed to impress! read more

So not to complain about having a good A/C BUT Melrose has some technical issues they need to workout. On a Wednesday evening celebrating my besties bday we decided to visit Melrose. It had popped into the feed and looked really nice. Inside is very nice and aesthetically pleasing but once you sit down be prepared to literally freeze. From the start to the end I was able to cool my drink with the frost that came out of my mouth. NO JOKE! We asked the waiter if they could adjust the temp and they said no. Others began to enter the restaurant and they also asked if the temp could be adjusted and they said no. Time after time of asking and temp in the room never changed. The food you order is instantly cold. Your drink doesn't melt which is a plus but what an uncomfortable position to be in just for drinks and charcuterie boards. I have no plans of going back because I was not impressed by any of it at all. The price point for drinks range from $14-$20 and food is about the same maybe a little bit more. Unfortunately I did not enjoy freezing in a place that only had maybe 30 people in the building at the time. read more

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I have been here several times because I believe in things changing for the better after ownership sees the reviews people are posting! Nothing changes. I made the same review on Google and I still stand behind it! This place is gorgeous! Has so much potential to be a very inclusive nightlife vibe. But they have a hidden code of who to let in and who not to let in. And it seems very racially charged. The reviews above one star are pushing it. The whole reservation thing is bogus because I have never had a reservation here. It is pretentious, and you will be looked up and down, and they decide mentally whether they want to let you in or not. If you are an upscale, well dressed, elite. You will most likely get in if your skin is fair But anyone else especially black good luck! I brought my mom here on Mother's Day as I waited till the last minute and couldn't find reservations anywhere else. I did enjoy our brunch! I won't lie to you about that. Kaitlyn, our waitress was extremely kind. Thank you for giving my mom a good experience. That is the only reason that the three stars is here . The pancakes were really good. As far as me being the nightlife queen that I am, I don't know if I will ever come back here. I know what you do to people at the door and that is not right. Read your reviews and start getting that crap together! Also, don't be fooled by my pretty pictures. I take pretty pictures for me not for you. Priced a little high but seems to be the direction Houston is going these days read more

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Great experience as always. Jazmine is amazing and props to AD for telling me to come. It doesnt feel like you are in Houston. read more

The drinks here are fantastic! Huge thank you to our waiter Ariana for serving us. Service was great and ambiance is really pretty. read more

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Brought some friends of mine here. Servers were snotty big mean girl vibes. Was ready to spend some time there but we left after our first drink. Environment was pretty but weirdly hostile. This seems to be a theme here. Not worth the money unless they retrain staff. Went for happy hour before dinner. This could be a big time hot spot but from someone who prefers upscale dining and has also worked in food service in the past attitude is everything and this was not it. read more

Great spot for out of towners (or locals I hear!) looking for great drinks, yummy food, and even better vibes!

Amazing place,amazing environment, people are nice bartenders are very talented but bring you wallets... if you don't mind spending this is the place for you I loved it! A great place to take a date or your loved one as well. read more

Marissa was fantastic! Great drinks and atmosphere. Love the vibe! Will definitely make this a regular spot

Fun spot to grab a pricey but very tasty drink. Cool setup with a spacious outdoor area and music blasting just above taking volume. Service was attentive and made good recommendations read more

Ambiance: Melrose is a beautiful bar! Food: The small bites were delicious! Drinks: The cocktails were exceptional! Service: 5 star service all around. From the time I walked in until the time I left it was exceptional service! The bartenders are extremely outgoing and jubilant! I would recommend checking Melrose out for Happy Hour or a night out. May I add it's great for groups, celebrations, work events or date night! read more

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