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Bandista, Houston, TX

Bandista

4.9
4.9
242 Reviews
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
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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What 242 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Houston

    Best Service

  • Houston

    Best Ambience

  • Houston

    Best Service

  • Houston

    Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bandista dazzles with an "exclusive moment" feel and "phenomenal" cocktails. Guests rave about the "super friendly" staff and "intimate" setting, perfect for date nights or special occasions. While drinks are "pricey," the unique speakeasy experience and "amazing" mixology make it "absolutely worth it."

242 Reviews
  1. Bianca

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very much an immersive experience. A true cocktail connoisseur wonderful!

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  2. Dustin

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind experience in a truly exclusive and hidden speakeasy, sampling the most unique and fascinating drinks, then Bandista is the place to go (if you can get in 😉). The expert staff know exactly how to provide a tailored experience and we left with fantastic memories and a yearning to return. Look forward to going again (if I can remember the code..).

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great cocktails, fun service, and awesome vibes for a date night.

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  4. Lynadria

    New Orleans3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great experience, you must try! Did the Virtu Cocktail popup with a special cocktail menu, looking forward to returning

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  5. Barbara

    Houston13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    This was the second bar pop-up I've attended at Bandista. VIRTU did a good job, but it was not great, especially for $30. per cocktail. I do NOT like this new trend of serving cocktails out of what looks like a small candle votive. All in all, it was good, just not the transcendent experience I expected.

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  6. Yesenia

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff goes above and beyond, really gives the bar a special edge. Would love to go back soon!

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  7. kelly VIP

    Houston82 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ‘secret’ bar inside Four Seasons. Bartenders were fun to chat with. Would go again.

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  8. Chandi

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing time! They made my birthday really special!

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  9. Theresa

    Los Angeles23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great true speakeasy bar with hidden entrance. Drinks on the pricier side but all very unique and fun experiences. Staff is very attentive and super knowledgeable about all things alcohol. Definitely will be back!

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  10. ALISON

    Richmond14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great vibes and Good drinks. We went for a birthday celebration and it was a nice experience

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Bandista is rated 4.9 stars by 242 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Bandista

1300 Lamar St, Houston, TX 77010-3017

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    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Dress code
    Jacket Preferred
  • Parking details
    Valet
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