Bandista

4.8

240 Reviews

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Innovative
Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails

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.

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 240 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
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Houston
Innovative
Houston
Best Service
Houston
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bandista offers a memorable "fun speakeasy experience" in the Four Seasons Hotel. Guests rave about the "clever and really nice" cocktails and "amazing service" from bartenders like Zac, Sam, and Josh. While drinks are "on the pricier side," the "upscale and sophisticated" ambiance is perfect for special occasions.

240 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
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 Orleans
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
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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Barbara
Houston
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on February 5, 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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Yesenia
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 4, 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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kelly
VIP
Houston
82 reviews
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on January 24, 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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Chandi
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 18, 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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Theresa
Los Angeles
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on January 18, 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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ALISON
Richmond
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 18, 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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Emanuel
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service provided by Zac, first time going and the cocktails are amazing! presentation and taste 10/10. Will def come back
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Rugirl3132
Houston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2024
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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FAQs

Bandista is rated 4.8 stars by 240 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

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 3 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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