Bandista

4.9

248 Reviews

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

Mar 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 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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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.

Location
1300 Lamar St, Houston, TX 77010-3017
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Lamar Street and Caroline Street
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access

What 248 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
5Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Houston
Best Service
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Best Ambiance
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Best Service
Houston
Best Ambiance

Review summary

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Bandista offers a unique speakeasy experience within the Four Seasons Hotel, praised for its "expert staff" and "amazing mixology." Guests enjoy the "intimate atmosphere" and "creative cocktails," although prices are high. The "friendly and knowledgeable bartenders" enhance each visit, making it perfect for special occasions and memorable nights out.

248 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great drinks, friendly staff. Crazy prices but you are in a speakeasy in a four seasons hotel. Not ideal for the economics, but a fun experience.
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Theresa VIP
Los Angeles24 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second time I’ve been and brought some friends but highly disappointed we came through the kitchen and not through the bookshelves. That was one of the main reasons I brought them. I’d suggest making the door from the kitchen a bit more fun or clearly advertising when one won’t be coming through the main entrance.
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William VIP
New York City79 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This place rocks! I love the cocktail laboratory approach to amazing mixology! An always stop when in Houston.
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William VIP
Denver5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Team was fantastic and drinks were next level. A must try!
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Donald VIP
Houston20 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best Bartenders! I always have a great time here…
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Marcy VIP
Houston2 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and ambience are amazing. Pricing is a bit high and menu drinks are fine, but dealer’s choice is likely a better option for us next time. Great place for taking guests who’ve never experienced Bandista, but too expensive for frequenting often compared to other “better bars” (ala Anvil, Refuge, Julep)
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Bianca
Houston1 review
5.0
Dined on March 1, 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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Dustin
Houston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 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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OpenTable Diner
Houston1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 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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Lynadria
New Orleans3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 5, 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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FAQs

Bandista is rated 4.9 stars by 248 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Mar 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

1300 Lamar St, Houston, TX 77010-3017

Additional information

Cross street
Lamar Street and Caroline Street
Neighborhood
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
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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