Bandista

4.8

219 Reviews

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 15 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.

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

Experiences

Four Walls Bandista Pop-Up
Dec 4, 2024 - Dec 5, 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.

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

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 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

OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 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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Dana
Washington DC
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 20, 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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Timothy
Houston
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 19, 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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Rebecca
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 12, 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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Lindsay
Dallas
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 10, 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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OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 2, 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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Chelsee
Houston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 29, 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.
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Matt
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 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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Tiffani
Washington DC
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 8, 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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OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was an awesome experience and I’ll definitely be back
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FAQs

Bandista is rated 4.8 stars by 219 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

Experiences are available.

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.

Bandista

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Four Walls Bandista Pop-Up

Menu

What 219 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

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