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Bandista, Houston, TX

Bandista

4.8
4.8
229 Reviews
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Discreetly located within Four Seasons Hotel Houston, Bandista is an intimate, modern-day speakeasy, reminiscent of a 1920s lounge that dazzles with a decadent Latin vibe. Guests of the 20-seat bar and lounge enjoy inventive and artistic interpretations of classic and contemporary cocktails, as well as rare spirits from around the world. Bandista's eight bar seats provide a center-stage show of the cocktail laboratory, where guests connect with the city's most talented bartenders and other discreet guests.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 17:00–00:00
  • Phone number
    (713) 650-1300
  • Website
    https://www.bandistahouston.com/
  • Dress code
    Jacket Preferred
  • Catering
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.

Experiences

  • Famed Tokyo Cocktail Bar VIRTU Pops-up at Bandista

    4 Feb 2025 - 5 Feb 2025
    Bandista welcomes VIRTÙ, as its first international pop-up by way of Tokyo, Japan. Recently named #11 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars, VIRTÙ also received the Michter's Art of Hospitality Award, and was named to the World’s 50 Best Bars. Perched on the 39th floor of Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Otemachi, VIRTÙ masterfully combines the essence of modern Japanese ingredients and techniques with the elegance of classic French flavors and traditions. Keith Motsi, winner of the 2023 Altos Bartenders' Bartender Award, will take the stage at Bandista for a special two-night pop-up engagement, presenting five VIRTÙ house cocktails.

Menu

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What 229 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Houston

    Good for special occasions

  • Houston

    Lively

  • Houston

    Good for special occasions

  • Houston

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bandista is a hidden gem in the Four Seasons Hotel, offering an exceptional speakeasy experience with "phenomenal" cocktails and "warm, attentive service." The ambiance is sophisticated, perfect for special occasions. Bartenders like Sam, Zach, and Josh are praised for their creativity and expertise, making each visit memorable and "amazing."

229 Reviews

  1. Rugirl3132

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely love the experience here at Bautista! The service is incredible. The bartenders are knowledgeable in the drinks are delicious! We dined in other areas of the bar/hotel but Bandista does not offer food however experience was great!

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  2. Cheri

    VIP

    Houston

    63 reviews

    4.0

    63 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really cool experience, especially at Christmas time. It was fairly noisy because of all the people in such a small room. They don’t have any kind of starters or boards to go with your cocktails so definitely make sure you eat before or right after cocktails are very strong nothing watered down here. Had a great time. Enjoyed the experience.

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  3. Karen

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance and superior service. Very festive for the holiday season. Fun place. No food just drinks.

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  4. Victoria

    VIP

    Houston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Only drinks but Delicious! Great Christmas atmosphere

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  5. Larry

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zack and Sam were great! The drinks were unusual and delicious. We will be back.

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  6. Natalee

    VIP

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an experience at Bandista. Liking the collaborations with other bartenders.

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  7. marta

    VIP

    Houston

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great evening at Bandista, the drinks were out of this world! It was an all-around great experience with wonderful drinks and great Christmas pop-up!

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  8. Bobbi Jo

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 30 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent cocktails & service! New holiday drink menu is great. Cranberry cocktails delicious! Love the holiday decor & ambience. Perfect start to the season!

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  9. Niraj

    Austin

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bandista was a very fun speakeasy experience. We went for a family members birthday. The cocktails were very clever and really nice to enjoy. Would highly recommend for a special night out and hope to be back soon

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bubble time is the best time. Sarah was awesome. Drinks were great.

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FAQs

Bandista is rated 4.8 stars by 229 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Bandista

1300 Lamar St, Houston, TX 77010-3017

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Lamar Street and Caroline Street
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 17:00–00:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Jacket Preferred
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access
  • Website
    https://www.bandistahouston.com/
  • Phone number
    (713) 650-1300
  • Catering
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
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