Visited for the first time because I came across an event they were having for a Love Island watch party. They were also offering half priced wines. Sounds like a win-win to me! The location was pretty easy to find, as I followed the many groups of people into The Statler that I heard recapping the last episode of Love Island. When you arrive up top, the music is lively (a mix of reggaeton and pop with a little sprinkle of hip hop), and you're greeted by a woman at the door who is checking bags and ID. There were a few seating options available first come, first serve, but most of the seating did come with a minimum spend ranging $100-$300. I ordered a glass of wine from the bar which came out to $8. Not bad at all! The staff was friendly, including the manager, who eventually removed some of the reserved signs in areas that required minimum spend so that those of us that came for the watch party could enjoy. I really appreciated that because space was pretty limited as is, so if you didn't buy a cabana or a table, you were kinda screwed. I really had a lovely time enjoying the rooftop vibes. My only feedback is that the staff, while friendly wasn't attentive. I hoped to be greeted and receive a menu to order food but I was not. And also, not the establishments fault but omg people were talking SO much and very loudly at that! It was distracting. I guess they were there more for the vibe and not as a serious Love Island watcher. If they host this again I will certainly return and with friends! :) read more

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I was incredibly disappointed with my experience here. There was a special event happening that we were never informed about, which completely disrupted the atmosphere. The venue was overcrowded, seating was crammed, and the music was deafening. On top of that, half-naked women and photographers were everywhere, making the whole experience feel weird and chaotic. My friend is extremely conservative and she was uncomfortable the entire time. They aggressively pushed the $50-per-table minimum, leaving us stuck ordering drinks we didn't even enjoy - they were just gross. I was presented with just the credit card receipt, no itemized receipt and they add 20% gratuity but there is no signage outside and of course we were not told verbally by our server either. I didn't double tip. I don't know about you but when the server is honest I am more likely to tip extra but when they are being sneaky I take issue with it. To make matters worse, the views--which should have been a highlight--were obstructed and underwhelming. Out of the four rooftop spots I visited in Dallas, this was by far the worst. Instead of feeling upscale or sophisticated, it came off as trashy. P.S. if you're planning to book on a weekend the minimum goes up to $200 to reserve a table. read more

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This place was pretty cool to see and experience! It's open to both the public and hotel guests. The hotel guests don't have to pay for the cover charge but everyone else does. They close at 2am but for some reason at around 10pm I wasn't able to open a tab and had to pay for drinks every time I ordered just thought that was strange. Staff is nice and friendly. Wait service is fast and check in with you a ton. Overall it was cool but the drinks were very overpriced. read more

This was my First time experiencing The Statler Dallas and the Waterproof Independence Day Pool Party. I truly had a Blast...even met people from Sarasota FL., Albany GA., and even beautiful people from Houston, TX. There was a freeze on How many people that could enter in for a while (there was a little) chaos. The Dallas Police ended up being apart of the festivities as well as security. There were also some issues that weren't properly explained on the Yelp page as well. I'm thankful that Rahad (who was over the Waterproof reservations/rsvp) I was able to enter in for free before the cutoff time which was 6:30p.m. Some events are worth the experience this way we learn for future events. read more

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We stayed at the Statler Hotel so it was only right that we visited the rooftop. Beautiful with an open concept to enjoy the city views from inside bar seating. Although, you can swim in the pool, it was a little tiny for my liking. The bartender made a superb Mai Tai! But the French75 was lacking. On a rooftop with city views, I do expect the best drinks! But I had to switch to the Mai Tai. Music was great, made you feel like you escaped to a resort in Mexico. We went later that night so there was hardly anyone present which is perfect because the space isn't that big. Definitely a rooftop to check out when you are in Dallas, on a beautiful sunny day. read more

I was looking for a nice cocktail bar in the area, and Waterproof came up in my search. I saw that Waterproof was the rooftop bar of The Stratler hotel, which I've already been a fan of thanks to its Bourbon & Banter speakeasy. The bar was super easy to get to. I popped into an elevator and found a button that went up directly to Waterproof. My ID was immediately checked by the receptionist and then I was on my way to exploring the bar. The indoor lounge was just as beautiful as the outdoor pool area. I sat at the bar, but it felt like it was makeshift. When I looked under the bar to find purse hooks, for example, I noticed the string of LED lights under the bar that needed to be realigned and straightened. The bar staff were nice but not really attentive. They were more busy chatting among themselves than engaged with their customers. We would have to call out to a bartender to draw their attention. I'm a gin drinker, and there wasn't a specialty cocktail on their menu that had the spirit. Honestly the menu was uninspiring. I got the concept of the pool-themed cocktails, but there wasn't anything that jumped out at me that I had to try. I ended up choosing a Wet Meletti, which was like a Bourbon Sour. It was OK. I thought that the flavors weren't proportioned, because it was incredibly bitter from the grapefruit and wasn't balanced out with the lemon and the meletti. I didn't stick around for a 2nd drink. read more

I came to visit some friends in Dallas and they wanted to show me around downtown. First stop was to The Statler Dallas, a nice boutique hotel off Commerce. We came here specifically for Waterproof, which is a rooftop bar on the 19th floor. This place has spectacular views in all directions. The space itself is pretty big with a pretty small pool smack dab in the middle. It reminded me of a Vegas pool where everyone wants to just stand and enjoy their drinks inside of it. We didn't plan on staying long so we found a spot to post up and enjoy a few cocktails. There are cabanas and seating areas that are available for a fee as well. The DJ was on point and had the crowd engaged. Drinks were super overpriced for subpar drinks. Overall, it's a pretty cool spot. A good time was had for sure. Will I need to come back? Not really. It was a one and done kind of thing for me. read more

I used to love the Statler and Waterproof, but commmmme onnnn... Showed up with friends expecting Bourbon and Banter + Waterproof. I overheard the bell staff up front telling people how to get to B&B but even staff apparently didn't know it was closed for a private event. Went up to Waterproof instead. It was a little busy but not crazy. However, they only had one cocktail server for the whole place! They had these snowglobe things outside for $300 F&B minimum which is fine but they also were pretty light on the outdoor seating and had most of it closed off to keep people inside. It was slightly cold but a great night to be out there with heaters. We found some seats inside but it took a full 15 minutes to flag someone down to get an order taken. We were never offered menus so ordered from the cocktail menus on Waterproof's website. Server said they are out of date and there's a special menu now so she had to navigate us to that and we started over. The drinks were delicious and server was friendly. No complaints on those fronts. And I suppose the view is worth the $15 drinks, which I know to expect around here. However, there's something very cheapening about the experience to be served those things in plastic. Two of our drinks came in highball and martini glasses that were plastic but did look nice. The other two were served in straight up plastic cups, the same as the cups they have out at the water station. That was very surprising. Side notes: there are ornaments on the table and little decorations that are supposed to light up, but the batteries are dead in them and probably not being replaced. The DJ was great. He could have been somewhere much better than this. Anyway, I guess I'll keep coming here for the view and the ambiance but the place gives a definite feel of not delivering on the luxurious experience that I used to see here. Not a huge problem but just falls short of the standards Statler set for itself. If this were somewhere else and it hasn't been $80 for 1 round of drinks it could have been a 3-star experience. There are small customer experience enhancements that could really move the needle here. Menus on tables or available when you walk in, since there was no host(ess). Even a QR code to scan. Info on the website about the outdoor seating situation. Redirect the cocktail menu to the seasonal menu if it's not in service now so people don't try to order from it. Maybe a second cocktail server on a weekend evening. Think from our perspective as customers... read more

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I went here with my boyfriend for Valentine. This place has excellent view of the city. Food and drink are great. Staffs were fun and friendly. We got candies as freebies on Valentine. read more

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Staying at the Statler this weekend for a mini vacation, and can't even go to the pool because they opened it to the public and there are no places to sit and relax, enjoy the pool & drinks. If I would've known this, I would've never booked here. It's not relaxing at all, it's a trashy and musty rage fest. And to get a cabana, it's a minimum $750 spend. Go somewhere else. read more

Incredible view incredible drinks awesome bartender. If you want the best espresso martini ever made come see Zachary. read more

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Waterproof at the Statler Hotel offers probably the best view in Dallas from its rooftop pool. The atmosphere is lively with afternoon music and cocktails. I had a skinny margarita and an afternoon dip in the pool. The panoramic cityscape from this vantage point is unparalleled. read more

Sam, Ernesto and Ari were the best while we were there. A lot of these reviews say it's super crowded and unenjoyable but we went on a Monday so it was completely empty when we got there and never got very busy. The tacos are great and the drinks were also delicious. Definitely recommend going on a week day if you can to experience the chill vibe if you're not into the busy party vibes. Loved it. read more

Great ambiance in a rooftop bar. Music was on point and the drunks were just right. Perfect place for an after dinner date or to people watch and relax! Will definitely come back here when in the area read more

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I came here for New years eve party 2025. Unfortunately it was disappointing. We paid for a table and champagne. It was cold and the gas heater next to our table was broken. I saw our waitress twice the entire night. Not enough Bathrooms, we were in line for 30 minutes. Not enough places to dance. Music was good but couldn't do much due to how crowded it was and not enough space to enjoy it. I would not recommend this place for new years party. read more

Nice views. Nice indoor lounge and outdoor set up. It's a fun vibe but don't come thinking it's a classy crowd lol.

The food, the ambiance, and the service are all top notch! The staff are always friendly and smiling,, the music is always on par and the vibes are always amazing!! If you haven't been here, you should definitely check it out! read more

Llama llama sho mama she high no drama llaaammmmaaaa My first time at a rooftop bar (this one) was somewhat awesome, since it was my first time ever in Dallas as well. Lounging at Waterproof was a last minute choice and it was a cool pick for a rooftop lounge, cityviews, and conversations. We were here for a small birthday get-together which was enjoyable because of our company. Although their bar menu claims to be a full bar, they didn't have the first four drinks I ordered... seriously. A cocktail from the menu was also unavailable. The bartender said they were not a cocktail bar, while their menu clearly had a list of cocktails... horrible. -2.5**× for the bar service issues! As for another first timer, I got a gin and tonic. It was mildly flavored, so I just went with a couple of them... rolling eyes. The crowd was small and its indoor ambience was formal, but not so much the bartender... He didn't even offer up suggestions after declines on the initial four drinks... really. Food is served here, however expect a wait. It wasn't brought to our table either. The best part was the outside with the lounge couches, beds, and small fountain pool. There were mist blowers which made the air cooler with the humidity. Thank goodness the clouds covered the sun a bit, or it would've been scorching. A hallow metal llama watches in amusement. That was my favorite part along with the views. 2.5**× stars for the outdoor lounge. read more

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This rooftop bar located above the Statler Hotel has amazing views... and that's about it. Service: poor customer service, if you get acknowledged at all. My party of 3 had two rounds of the same exact drinks. My brother purchased the first round and his bill was about $48. I purchased the second round and my bill was about $36. We have no idea how that could be. Drinks: sub-par and served in plastic cups for $14-$17. The bar area had a horrible stench as well. It was almost as if they hadn't washed their rags. atmosphere: nice decor. leaves more to be desired in terms of music. only 4 unisex bathrooms. seating areas could use a cleaning more often as used towels are left behind. pool on the rooftop is also small. read more

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Came on a Friday afternoon and was able to quickly grab a couple drinks and get seated with a friend. The view was beautiful but we were definitely hoping for sunnier weather! It was about 79 degrees and my friend and I were the only ones in swimsuits! There was plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors. Thankfully, since it wasn't too crowded, we got wonderful photos and had plenty of space in the pool. Drinks came out quickly, but when we ordered food, the wait was super long - over 40 minutes. The food was typical bar food...tasted good, but left something to be desired. Whipped ricotta could've used some more flavor (or maybe just salt) and the toast with the Calabrian shrimp was a little burnt. The drinks tasted alright but could be stronger...for cocktails, the Fountain of Youth was pretty refreshing. read more

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Cool, hip, trendy and fun place with a great vibe and amazing views. This is a good spot for meeting up with friends for a Sunday Funday. The view is definitely the best quality. The rooftop overall is a bonus for this downtown Dallas hotel. You can Self Park for $5.00 or Valet Parking is $10.00 with validation. My experience overall was decent. The staff is lacking on customer service. Our waitress was not the best. I wasn't impressed with the quality of service. The drinks are pricey. Not enough alcohol. I agree with others about overpriced cocktails. The shrimp were tasty. Definitely better than what I expected. The shrimp were well seasoned and cooked perfectly. Our group really liked them. So the food was good or at least this appetizer was a winner. The inside and outside areas were clean. Plenty of seating if you get there early enough. People were wearing their masks. Decent music playing to keep it lively. I'm glad to have finally tried this spot. I don't like they CLAIM they can't split checks up. I bet if one person didn't have enough to cover it they would figure it out. I don't like chasing my waitress down for my bill or more drinks. I would probably come back and chill on the rooftop. This place has potential, but lacking in areas and there is room for improvement. It's kind of OVERRATED. read more

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Received very rude service from the hostess on the evening of Sunday, September 29. She was more interested in flirting with the security than helping customers. read more

Got bottle service here one night for a mini reunion with a good friend from high school. Service was top notch from valet to being seated. Seating at our table was a bit uncomfortable but the ambiance, crowd and service made it worthwhile. Julie was very attentive and made sure we wanted for absolutely nothing. Surprisingly, they serve an AMAZING BBQ Chicken Pizza. I can't speak for the other food but even this simple dish was executed to perfection. read more

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We came here on a Saturday afternoon, and I really enjoyed the vibes and the view. I had made a reservation but there was no need for one, it wasn't busy at all only a few tables were occupied. I heard this was one of the best views of downtown Dallas and they were right! We ordered a few drinks at the bar and sat next to the pool. This is the perfect spot for a date or hanging with your girl friends. When it gets hot I plan to come back and go swimming. I noticed there were kids there which is nice to know you can bring your family although I believe at night kids are not allowed because it turns into a club with bottle service. The staff was really nice and accommodating. If you love rooftops I highly recommend coming here! read more

Super cool rooftop!! It's on the 19th floor of the Statler hotel and being from Chicago, I was impressed. There are comfy couches and cabanas you can sit in and they give each guest a blanket plus you all feel warm from the fire places. The view of the entire city is amazing - especially at night when everything is lighted up. Cute place for a date too. The drinks were good but I was expecting a little more from the fries. It was given in a box with sauce in a little box like it was to go so I wished the presentation was a little better. Overall, I would come back next time I am in town. read more

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Play by play of my experience at this joint. Step 1: I order a gin & tonic and pay with CARD. Total $12.45ish. Perfect, can't wait to look at the skyline and enjoy a refreshing G&T on a hot summer night. Step 2: My wife orders a margarita, I pay with CASH, hand her a crisp $20 and begin to walk away with drink and get informed that the drink is 23 DOLLARS, and I'm 3 dollars short. As she counts my 17 dollars (all in one's) I ask for a RECEIPT. She says the system can't run a receipt on cash purchases.... When I ask again for the receipt and question why bottom shelf tequila is 10 dollars more than house G&T, she informs me that this is a rooftop bar in Dallas. Looking for someone to confirm that a house margarita cost $23 at the statler rooftop bar and I will drop the case. read more

by far the worst place ever! looked gross and the pool was gross and drinks were disgusting. and the whole place smelt like throw up. I highly recommend not going!!! read more

It was fine, not something I'd have to try again. But nice views and fairly clean restrooms.

The best view of Dallas downtown from the center of it on a high rise roof top! The statler is an epic landmark in the Dallas downtown area , and this rooftop deck just elevates the game . I didn't go there for a pool side gathering but I wish I had. The setup is great for a bachelor party or girl night , and music / DJ setup can get anyone grooving . The vibe is very high energy and the drinks are good ! I expected more from the cocktails but the view makes up for it . Go there , it's worth the cover charges on Friday nights . read more

I celebrated my birthday & bridal party here this past Saturday. We had a table with amazing views. And that's where it stops. Our waitress was really cool and so was the head security gentlemen of the evening. However there were some unwelcome racist undertones said to my friends what were uncalled for! Although they admitted wrong doing and comped our table I still believe The management here needs to train their staff on customer service and keeping their racial opinions to themselves as well as conflict management. It was completely unacceptable. We had a party of all professionals from government to business owners so... don't come at us a way because of what you think we are because of skin tone. DJ music was ehhhh.... def didn't get anyone dancing, it was a lot of folks standing around if not in their cabanas holding up the glass wall, BORING! We wanted to dance but the music wasn't it... vibes were all just whatever. Also... my educated guess leads me to believe that the architect of this building is a man. Who in bloody hell makes a nightclub with only 4 unisex toilets for all of us to share?!? It's 2021 have you not studied that women need more toilets? There IS very well studied data on it. And not to mention there was no toilet paper so I went to the bar to get cocktail napkins and past it around to the zillion ladies standing in line. On a side note: we got the mushroom ravioli & shrimp pasta and it decent. Nothing fancy, but it got the job done. read more

I came to Waterproof without a reservation, and that was perfectly fine to use the pool that was up top. The pool was very clean and very refreshing after a hot summer Dallas day. The drinks were very good - I ordered the "Downtown Daquiri" (Rumhaven, lime, pineapple juice, Angostura bitters) & it was delicious. I also ordered a pizza - "The Basic B" (pepperoni or sausage, red sauce, mozzarella) & it was so fresh and delicious. The employees & bartenders were very friendly and made sure to get us anything we needed. I would definitely come back! read more

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This rooftop was definitely a whole vibe. I reserved a cabana and it was super nice. The host and waitresses were super nice! The only thing I will say is the food wasn't anything we really wanted to try since it was very minimal. We grabbed something afterwards, but we really came to drink! Lastly, the pool was out of service this day, so I'll definitely be back to try & experience that!! read more

Where do I begin? The ambiance is to die for; and, the high-rise-landscape views of South Dallas are absolutely breathtaking. From the Director (Rick) all-the-way down to the gentlemen in the photo (Bartender: Herald), the staff was extremely on point with their outstanding customer service skills --with a few minor exceptions. Today I witnessed Harold, along with a few other staff members, hustle their behinds off in severe raining conditions. The energy they all produced to maintain the upkeep of their establishment was unremarkable. I've never seen such pristine-crisp effort and dedication. [Herald can be seen drenched after his patio duties in the rain] I by far am absolutely pleased with the entire establishment, and must say Security did a phenomenal job at making me feel safe and secure 19 floors-high-in-the-sky as well. 5 stars! read more

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Cute, quaint rooftop bar with a nice vibe! Like that there's an indoor and outdoor area. Hung out here with my alumni chapter after taking photos downstairs. The white peach Margarita is a must! The toasted ravioli was also very delicious. Beautiful sight lines to Dallas landmarks. read more

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Basically ruined my husband's birthday dinner. I reserved one of the snow globes weeks ago and was so excited to surprise Hubby with the intimate, COVID friendly environment and great city views. Unfortunately, our snow globe was ripped and it was freezing inside. They could not (would not?) offer an alternative and honestly didn't seem too concerned about it. Seriously people, customer service goes a long way.... So, we left. I am so disappointed I couldn't give Hubby the birthday experience I wanted to...and will not recommend it to anyone. read more

The perfect place for that Iconic photo. Few roof top bars in Downtown Dallas, give you the opportunity to take a truly Iconic photo, but Waterproof at the Statler offer's just that. I must admit the vibe is not for everyone, with limited seating, pricey drinks, and thumping sounds, it can be a bit much for some demographics, but those who enjoy a poolside party, with a private bubble cabana, and a younger demographic, will find Waterproof wonderful! My Miami root's know exactly which friends to introduce to Waterproof when they're in town. If this sounds like the place for you, you'll find us dancing near the pool! Xoxo Lorenzo! read more

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Dallas is graced with a lot of good rooftop bars, but Waterproof has the best view. It is relaxing in comfy seats on the patio by the beautiful (if small) pool, or there is limited seating inside. Panoramic views of downtown Big-D from either spot. Good bartender, although he may need help. Average table-service; attractive - but she never offered us drinks on the patio, so I kept having to walk back to the bar. I like the fact that the elevator entryway is locked; the door-staff can easily deny entrance to under-dressed or rowdy visitors. The Statler has several viable bars; from rooftop to basement. We'll add this to our rotation! read more

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This is one of my favorite bars in Dallas. The atmosphere is hard to beat. The great views of downtown are amazing. The drinks are also really good. 10/10 for ambiance! 1 star away bc sometimes this place gets mega crowded (it's pretty small) and the drinks are pricy. But that's expected for a popular smaller spot. Also the staff pull down their masks to talk to you like what's the point then? read more

Is zero stars allowed???? Michelle a with booking reservations was very inconsistent at confirming my reservation for 8 people. I had to call the number, which was no longer in service, call Statler to transfer me to new number, which didn't have voicemail set up, to getting the directors # Julie, and I called her and she answered saying she's on vacation... eventually it got fixed but I finally got a confirmation about my reservation after all that (when I asked for the reservation a month ago) Upon arrival no one was at host stand and I stood there for 5 minutes "waiting for the manager to come back upstairs" so I began asking a server to just seat us, and she tried to seat us in a 4 person snow globe... people were preoccupying the 8 person snow globe so either they can't manage booking well or I'm not even sure. We weren't able to even get into the snow globe until about 30 minutes past the reservation. Finally for drinks ordered, wrong drinks came out, claiming they don't have liquor that's listed out on the menu, I had to bus our table to clear up space for the food.... Pizza came up and I saw it sitting at the bar for a good 10-15 minutes before they brought it to us... the idea of the snow globe is cute. And that was quite literally the only enjoyable thing about it.... I would NOT recommend coming back here and if you want the snow globe go to the Adolphus instead! read more

The atmosphere is great along with the view. The service was as quick as they could be on a Saturday night. However, we ordered 6 of the same drinks as a group and each one was very different. One drink had way to much bitters in it, so we were unable to finish it. For $100 I would have expected our drinks to be consistent and good. read more

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