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FAO

Bar

👍👍 If you’re looking for a good time, this is definitely the place for you. It’s the best experience. Not your average bar. They have a code to access the building that changes weekly. That is definitely something that makes FAO stand out. The atmosphere screams 90s arcade 🕹. There are an endless amo... People often mention games, night, arcade, drinks, good, great, nice,


Address

2303 Smith St #300, Houston, TX 77006

Website

faohtx.com

Contact

(346) 360-8294

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (416 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Friday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Saturday: 2 PM to 2 AM
  • Sunday: 2 PM to 2 AM
  • Monday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Tuesday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Wednesday: 5 PM to 2 AM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: games (12) night (10) arcade (9) drinks (9) good (8) great (6) nice (6)
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  • 5/5 Disha H. 1 year ago on Google
    If you’re looking for a good time, this is definitely the place for you. It’s the best experience. Not your average bar. They have a code to access the building that changes weekly. That is definitely something that makes FAO stand out. The atmosphere screams 90s arcade 🕹. There are an endless amount of games to play. Both indoors and out. They have a chill music selection during the day. A mixture of genres at night, that their DJ spins for their late night happy hour. This place is a photo opp haven. From the entrance & elevator ride up. To the best skyline views on the balcony . It is eye catching for sure. The staff members are welcoming. They are literally the reason why my friends and I stayed for hours, just vibing. You can tell that they enjoy their job and want you to have the full experience. The food & drinks 🍕🍹 The food was pretty tasty. I ordered pizza & way to many drinks to name. The happy hour was so affordable you could literally try them all. Overall Perfect for date night. Girls night out. Solo dates etc. It’s a great time for everyone !
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Steph R. 1 year ago on Google
    For an arcade bar it was okay. I hope this wasn't the best Houston had to offer as a bar arcade... Game selection was okay. Most games were not free and kinda expensive too be honest. I've been to better arcades with a better setup this was not one of them. Pouch drinks were overly sweet (still reasonable liquor quantity). They had some snacks available. My favorite part was the view. All the staff was super nice so that definitely made a difference. It did get crowded later in the night. Probably won't go back anytime soon but cute spot to checkout the Houston skyline for a lil bit.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cee Ms. G. 1 year ago on Google
    This is hands down a cool bar in midtown!! It used to be called 3rd level bar years ago. I've been wanting to come here because it has been all over social media and well known for their adult Capri Suns. When you get to the door, you will need to dress code appropriately dressed. Walking inside, it's like you stepped into an adult arcade. Lots of games everywhere and top notch drinks. Adonis welcomed us and told us the premise behind FAO. He showed us some bartering tricks and pleased the crowd. He was SO friendly and welcoming, very fun, and vibrant. I wish I had this type of service EVERYWHERE lol! After chatting for a while... his little secret slipped out.. he's one of the owners! Total shocker that the owner would helping out the bar!! He even gave a birthday girl a free cocktail of her choice. I was extremely impressed. A whole list of cocktails to chose from. It's so hard to decide which one you want! Most of the cocktails listed on the menu contain tequila... but if you don't like tequila (I don't) they can sub it out for something else. The bar is also cashless. There are games on the patio, video games in the couch seating are, bowling and pool table available. I'll most definitely be back. My recommendations would be trying out the adult Capri Suns.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kay G. 1 year ago on Google
    I went here for my birthday and vibed out by myself. Definitely was it for me, I felt nostalgic inside of an arcade but it also has a bar. After a couple drinks, I became hungry and just knew I was going to get my hands on some tacos. When I approached the taco window, they were closing. I was so sad but he was nice enough to give me some chips and I appreciate that. The bartender that night was also very nice, friendly, and attentive. I would go again. The atmosphere and scenery would be perfect for a date night.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lashonda W. 1 year ago on Google
    A Very hush hush place. Very ducked off spot type of place. Definitely a vibe. They have games. The parking sucks: uber or park around the corner. High homeless area Dress code: 'Make it sexy" but don't try too hard. Love the Unisex restrooms. The cocktails are amazing.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Trishana G. 2 years ago on Google
    Okay, I love this place so much idk where to start. Entrance. There is a code you need to enter the building. It took my friends and I a good 3-5 tries before we were able to open the door lol. Once in, you have to take the elevator up to the 3rd floor. Appearance. Walking off the elevator I was like a little kid in a candy store. They have board games, foosball, ping pong etc. my friends and I played connect 4 and tic tac toe. There are outside patios to sit. This place is also really nice to take cool pictures. Menu. I had the pink lemonade bomb (a couple), blueball bomb, and that purple drank along with a pepperoni pizza. Everything was good! Vibes. The music was okay, keep in mind we were there for happy hour so I’m sure they had a playlist on shuffle. Everyone was so friendly and interactive. Mike is hilarious! Adonis was also nice and gave us other things to check out in the city because we weren’t from the city and wasn’t having that good of a time until we went to FAO. Hope I’m not forgetting anything but, this is definitely a place to go in Houston!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eric Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Great bar, there are a ton of fantastic drinks to choose from, and the music choices are on point. Cocktails cost $10-16 ish. The shots are pretty expensive, the lemon is the cheapest at $8, the most expensive is like $12 or so. Most of the arcade games (skee ball, basketball, crossy road, gun games, etc) cost $1 or $2, but there are some games that are free, like the ping pong table, or connect four. There are two balconies, one is considerably larger than the other.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lianne A. 2 years ago on Google
    Their cotton candy drink is pretty good, the bartenders were pretty chill and there wasn’t much of a wait. The vibe is chill, good music, seems as if you were walking into something super secretive club concept which is fun. Great views, there wasn’t as much games but certainly more than enough for what it is. Will come again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andre N. 10 months ago on Google
    Been here many times. Always a great and fun time. The bartenders are friendly and they usually have enough to drive the bar. The drinks are good but they could be a bit stronger IMO for the prices. The ganged throughout are fun to play and the environment is great for date night or group outting
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 James Jones (King James I. 6 months ago on Google
    Had a wonderful time at this nostalgic arcade/adult bar venue Fao! I went to a private function so there was really good service and atmosphere. I will be back to check it out another night. The nachos were excellent.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ashanti P. 8 months ago on Google
    OMG!! My partner and I our new favorite chill spot! We were just looking for something to do while our power was out and this was PERFECT! Casey and Sheryl were awesome and so sweet (y’all are so down to earth thank you!!) The drinks were great tasting and the food delicious. We even got to meet the owner who was so nice!!! Thank y’all!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 David A. 9 months ago on Google
    Great bar/arcade to hang out. More of a bar lounge with arcade as an extra, but the atmosphere is awesome with a great knowledgeable craft Bartender. Outdoor patio for lounging and smoking if it's your preference. Overall, great place to be, especially on Monday nights for industry night. DJ's here and turn up..Shout out to my man, Craft Bartender Casey.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maurice B. 7 months ago on Google
    Dope spot! Good drinks and vibes. Also felt going being a kid and playing the games. They even have UNO!


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Valet parking
    • ✓️ Paid street parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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