FRNDS Restaurant & Lounge

3.9

248 Reviews

$50 and over

International

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for groups

Located in Rice Village, FRNDS Restaurant & Lounge skillfully blends a restaurant and modern lounge into one elevated dining experience. Suitable for business professionals and dining connoisseurs, the space features a low-lit ambiance, a perfect mood-setter for date night.

An ode to Houston’s diverse population, FRNDS (pronounced friends), serves as an opulent and ultra-chic setting, perfect for private events or social gatherings. With tantalizing sharable plates crafted by Houston’s very own, Chef Suave Johnson, FRNDS offers a phenomenal menu, certain to wow our guests.

Cocktail aficionados can expect a crafted cocktail menu, that features classic cocktails with an amorous and unique spin.

Ultimately, FRNDS Restaurant & Lounge aims to redefine the modern dining experience complete with remarkable food, world-class service, and the perfect ambiance. We look forward to providing a space where you can make long-lasting memories with FRNDS!

We are 21+ establishment at all times

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
International, Bottle Service, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(346) 335-8186
Website
http://frndshtx.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
2441 University Blvd, Houston, TX 77005-3226
Neighborhood
Rice Village
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Wine

What 248 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.9

3.9 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
3.8Service
4.2Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

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Houston
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Houston
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

FRNDS Restaurant & Lounge offers a vibrant atmosphere with a focus on flavorful dishes and creative cocktails. While service varies, standout experiences include "amazing oysters" and "Lamb Chops (best i've ever had)." The brunch is particularly praised for its "great food, awesome service." However, some reviews mention service delays and pricing concerns.

248 Reviews

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Meka
VIP
Houston
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
My experience this time was horrible. Our waiter was so involved with a table of pretty girls then being concerend about our table. There was literally only 8 people in the entire restuarant. I made a reservation and it took 45 minutes for deveiled eggs, and biscuits to come out which were hard as a rock. Then it took another 45 minutes for our food that was prepared wrong. The best part of the experience was a Mimosa that I oredered to receive 3 and it took so long for the second I scratched it. I booked this place for a private dinner in November for my mothers 70th and was dissappointed, decided to try again maybe it was just a bad day and again it was not a good experience. This was 4th time and the first two I enjoyed, however these last two made me make a decision. I will not be returning! Pray that it gets better for customers from the kitchen and being attentive to those who are their to experience the ambiance as well as the food.
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Kathy
VIP
Atlanta Metro
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my second time visiting this restaurant. The first time it was a 10/10. This time I would give it an 8/10. I ordered some appetizers. They were okay. My drinks were great! The ambience is always a vibe. The restaurant is clean, the service is great. This time I went for a bit on NYE and the music wasn't as good as it was when I visited the first time. The DJ was low energy. I would definitely go back though.
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Tami
Houston
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
This was a nice mid-upscale spot when they initially opened. Now just a hookah lounge/club type atmosphere. Service was lacking. Took over 20 minutes for our drinks to come. Food was ok. I will not be returning.
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Alicia
VIP
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great spot, great food, great drinks. Check it out
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ASANTE
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed the food and service. Everything was great. Shoutout to our waitress Yaya…she was the bomb!!!
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Rasheda
Atlantic City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent experience. Ya Ya was an excellent server!!!
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Akilah
Houston
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The hostess was amazing, the ambiance is cute and the food was decent. The customer service is not up to par at all.
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Emmanuel
Detroit
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Terrible host and service. They overbooked and didn’t honor our reservation. Poorly run
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Stafford
VIP
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great cocktails, staff and food at FRNDS. Thanks for working us in when we ran late for our reservation.
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BubblezF
Houston
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went there with a friend for her birthday and had an amazing experience. Service was great. The weight on Food was a little long, but overall a great experience. Drinks were delicious. Food was delicious.
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FAQs

FRNDS Restaurant & Lounge is rated 3.9 stars by 248 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Google Map for FRNDS Restaurant & Lounge

2441 University Blvd, Houston, TX 77005-3226

Additional information

Neighborhood
Rice Village
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 4:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–2:00 am
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
International, Bottle Service, Contemporary American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Wine

Website
http://frndshtx.com/
Phone number
(346) 335-8186

FRNDS Restaurant & Lounge

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What 248 people are saying

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