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Sidebar, Houston, TX

Sidebar

4.8
4.8
31 Reviews
$31 to $50
Speakeasy
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
Sidebar is a reservation-only hideaway for drinking and dining inspired by the early-1900s Texas oil boom. Our menu is a sample of what may be served as our offerings will constantly evolve.

Open Thursday-Saturday 6pm-1am with live entertainment nightly from 7-11pm. Sidebar table reservations are required for entry and separate from our sister restaurant Credence next door.

Not bookable

Online reservations at Sidebar can only be made directly on their website.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Speakeasy, Cocktail Bar, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–1:00 am Dinner Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Joseph Geiskopf

Experiences

  • Live Entertainment 10pm-12am

    $25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for live entertainment every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10pm-12am | Please note there is a $50/person minimum spend during your reservation separate from the $25 music booking fee, non-refundable. | We ask that you refrain from video and photography. Enjoy your visit!
    Live Entertainment 10pm-12am Photo
  • Live Entertainment 7pm-9:30pm

    $25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for live entertainment every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 7pm-9:30pm | Please note there is a $50/person minimum spend during your reservation, separate from the $25 music booking fee, non-refundable. | Sidebar asks that you refrain from video and photography. Enjoy your visit!
    Live Entertainment 7pm-9:30pm Photo

What 31 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Exclusive

    Romantic

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    Good for special occasions

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    Romantic

  • Exclusive

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sidebar is a chic venue perfect for a unique night out. Patrons rave about its "amazing" service, upscale ambiance, and "phenomenal" food. The 1920s supper club vibe is enhanced by live music and creative cocktails. Reservations are essential for this "incredible experience" with an intimate, glamorous atmosphere.

31 Reviews
  1. Kelly

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my third time in Sidebar. The vibe is phenomenal and the food is always delicious. We’ve had the same waitress twice now and she is not very attentive. Our first visit I had to go to the bar and order refills on drinks and she doesn’t come back to check on your very often. Cameron and Xavier are wonderful and made the experience definitely worth coming back. Very nice speakeasy for a chill date or girls night out with live music. The couple singing is also amazing and her voice is beautiful.

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  2. Geneva

    Houston

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed ourselves. The service was amazing. The food was just ok, but tasty. Drinks were on point and the atmosphere was awesome. Will definitely go again for the live entertainment & drinks

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  3. Jermal

    Houston

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was made great by the servers. The drinks were below average. I had to return two drinks because they were poorly made. My server made them right. In my opinion the food is good. The entertainment that night was good. But the drinks need more work. If you are going to charge a premium for a drink it should be well balanced from the beginning.

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  4. Levi

    Phoenix

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great time at the Sidebar. The entertainment was great but was a full band so it was kinda loud for a speakeasy vibe. Drinks were good and featured their twist on prohibition era drinks. They also made traditional drinks very well.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful atmosphere and ambience! I’ll certainly come back.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place was amazing. Service, drinks, ambience, 10/10

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  7. Mike

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing, perfect for a unique date night out! Good drinks and upscale ambiance

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  8. LelsieK

    Austin

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an amazing evening at Sidebar! Surpassed our expectations!! Service and ambiance was great! It transports you to another time and even out of town as you enjoy the music and cocktails. Can’t wait to take in town visitors to this gem!! Reservations are a must and get ready for a great night out!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous ambiance, great food and service. I’ve been there twice and had an amazing time both times!

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  10. Grace

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service? 10/10! The drinks were delicious and the live music was energetic!

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FAQs

Sidebar is rated 4.8 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

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

Not bookable

Online reservations at Sidebar can only be made directly on their website.

Google Map for Sidebar

9757 Katy Fwy suite 170, Houston, TX 77024-1580

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Texas
  • Hours of operation
    Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–1:00 am Dinner Thu–Sat 6:00 pm–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Speakeasy, Cocktail Bar, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Executive chef
    Joseph Geiskopf
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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