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Bandista, Houston, TX

Bandista

4.8
4.8
219 Reviews
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
21:30
Booked 14 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
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 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • 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

  • Four Walls Bandista Pop-Up

    4 Dec 2024 - 5 Dec 2024
    To kick-off the holiday season, Bandista welcomes Lead Bartender Mickey Stevenson and Bartender Lawson Ballinger from the acclaimed bar team of Nashville’s Four Walls for a special two-night pop-up engagement. Hidden within downtown’s The Joseph, Four Walls opened in June 2023, and was recently named to the prestigious Esquire's Best Bars in America list. Mickey and Lawson will present five house cocktails from Four Walls, priced at USD 30 each, with proceeds benefitting Camp H-Town.
    Four Walls Bandista Pop-Up photo

Menu

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What 219 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Houston

    Good for special occasions

  • Houston

    Lively

  • Houston

    Good for special occasions

  • Houston

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bandista offers a captivating speakeasy experience in the Four Seasons Hotel, with "amazing" bartenders like Sam, Zach, and Joshua crafting "phenomenal" drinks. The unique ambiance is perfect for special occasions. While some find the drinks pricey, the attentive service and exclusive vibe make it a standout destination.

219 Reviews

  1. 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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  2. Dana

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great interesting variety of drinks. Didn't experience any good. But service and ambiance was great!

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  3. Timothy

    Houston

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great visit! Drink were great and bar nuts was delicious lol

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  4. Rebecca

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We recently celebrated my son’s 21st birthday at Bandista, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Zach, in particular, went above and beyond to make the evening unforgettable. His attention to detail and genuine effort to ensure we had a fantastic night made all the difference. Bandista is the perfect spot for any special celebration or a swanky night out. The ambiance is upscale and sophisticated, with just the right touch of elegance. From the expertly crafted cocktails to the warm, attentive service, everything was flawless. If you’re looking for a place to mark a special occasion or just enjoy a classy evening, Bandista is the place to be!

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  5. Lindsay

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 10 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience of getting in was incredible and so fun! And the drinks! Amazing

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The drinks were amazing! The bartenders were very nice and creative with our recommendations! We will definitely go back!

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  7. Chelsee

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had the pleasure of enjoying cocktails last night at Bandista, located in the Four Seasons Hotel Houston, and as always, the experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, I was reminded why the Four Seasons is my go-to destination for luxurious experiences. Our server, Joshua, was outstanding. His recommendations were so spot-on that I barely glanced at the menu—I trusted his expertise, and I’m so glad I did. Each drink he suggested was perfect, both in flavor and presentation. The attention to detail and the unparalleled service keeps me coming back.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Matt

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sam and Josh and Zach were beyond phenomena! Drinks, ambiance, service. Top notch. Would rerun to Houston just for this experience!

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  9. Tiffani

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zach was phenomenal! This is our favorite place in the neighborhood for a reason.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an awesome experience and I’ll definitely be back

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Bandista is rated 4.8 stars by 219 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
21:30
Booked 14 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 5:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Jacket Preferred
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • 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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