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The Encore

Bar Event venue Night club

Spacious, fashionable nightclub with baroque-style decor & multiple bars, plus an outdoor lounge. People often mention club, people, staff, friends, girls, party, rude, time, experience, pool,


Address

2301 Main St #400, Houston, TX 77002

Website

theencorehtx.com

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

3.00 (563 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 10 PM to 2 AM
  • Friday: 10 PM to 2 AM
  • Saturday: 10 PM to 2 AM
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: Closed

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: club (19) people (12) staff (11) friends (11) girls (9) party (9) rude (8) time (8) experience (8) pool (7)
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  • 1/5 Ashley C. 1 year ago on Google
    This establishment is blatantly racist and surprisingly a lot of minorities go to this establishment for the pool parties. They don’t want minorities at this establishment at all. Look at their Instagram. They purposely don’t take pics of all the minorities that attend due to not wanting to attract that type of crowd. There are other clubs with pools in the area that I would be happy to give my money to. I should’ve paid attention to their Instagram a lot more before stepping foot into this place. How do you have days where majority minority attend this place but NEVER upload pictures of them. Huge red flag!!! Stop supporting businesses that do not want you there!! How many of their employees minorities that they don’t even take pictures of??!!
    48 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Francisco A. 1 year ago on Google
    Most rude staff I’ve ever experienced at a club. They’re in a ghetto area in Houston and they want to act like they’re in Beverly Hills it’s hilarious. Will definitely never come back and will definitely ask my friends to stop coming here. They were all disgusted by the service here. A lot better places to go in Houston.
    24 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Rachel L. 1 year ago on Google
    I went asking the dancers where the black girl went. I really liked her for representing. Plus she was so awesome. My friends and I loved watching her. She put lots of energy into it. Well cle needs to check whoever is in charge of those dancers. I was told she left because of racism and being replaced by girls with a lighter skin tone so the club doesn't come off racist. What kind of bull is that!!?!?! It's just dancing and she was a solid representation for black dancers. Now yall got girls just naked and moving side to side. Where's the talent? Not coming here again!
    24 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Sabrina1 9 months ago on Google
    Extremely rude staff at front door. Berated me and my friend in a condescending manner because we walked past him with our IDs out while he was yelling “IDs out” to people. Thought he was just telling us to get prepared (because there was another checkpoint further in where we did show our tickets/IDs). Bottle girls are rude too when moving through crowds. Yelling, pushing, and just being disgusting to paying customers. Edit on 7.6.23 since clarification was asked for: There was a man yelling IDs out to everyone and he was loitering around the front of the building. My friend and I had our IDs out and walked past him as others were doing too, to which he responded by berating us. He stopped us and looked at our IDs and we were then stopped again to have our IDs checked by other people. It seems that he was on a power trip and chose to target and yell at us even though we were doing as others were. Your business responses to all of these are quite passive aggressive and you seem to withhold apologies even though your customers are what keep your business alive. Terrible, clown-like management.
    20 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sapphire C. 2 years ago on Google
    This club was recommended by two friends, so when a member of my group suggested we go to Clé instead of Bloom, I was all for it. Parking varies, it's anywhere from $20-$100. I think $100 is ridiculous but you can find street parking. The bartenders were good and mixed good drinks. They didn't over charge as some bartenders do. We went for the lingerie contest. My old modeling agent had 6 of his girls entered into the contest. They were all beautiful and it was a great time. Since two of his clients had a table each, my friends and I didn't have to get one. The tables they had were between $1000-$4000. My friends and I danced most of the time so we didn't sit down. The music was great most of the time. They did a variety which included, old and new school hip hop, edm, and latin music.
    15 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Jose L. 1 year ago on Google
    Worst experience ever! A group of friends and myself visited this place for best friend birthday. The valet parking is way too expensive $30 for this place. The valet staff are not friendly. The bartenders are great but everyone else is horrible. My friends and I were standing on the steps that go down to the dance floor area. Mind you there is another group of pretty Caucasian girls standing in the same area across from us on the stairs. The male “bouncer” told our group that we couldn’t stand on the stairs but not once told the other group of girls to get off the area. The bouncer even told me “Move or I’ll make you move.” He is 3 times the size of me so I didn’t want to argue so we moved. I felt we were discriminated because we were Latin group and LGBT. DO NOT go to this place. The service is terrible.
    15 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Karlos J. 1 year ago on Google
    I would give it a 0 star if I can. Worse place to come. I was on the guest list. I was about 5-6 minutes late and they charged me $100 in the front. Got kicked out due to my card declining at the bar. Not sure what the issue was. I had enough funds. Two Hispanic female bar tenders called security. He escorted me out. As I was waiting for my Uber outside one of the bouncers he was “black” told me to move and called me broke a**. He was really trying to fight me for no reason. I was being very chill. He even called the cops on me and they didn’t do anything since I was sober and I was being chill. This place is full of bad customer service. Bouncers are rude & bar tenders are rude as well. They just want your money. Checked my bank account it showed that my transaction went through after all. I still got kicked out though. I contacted one of the managers. Explained what happened. He didn’t even apologized to begin with. He did refund me my money though. I really hope he shows this review to his staff. Because they will know who they are. This incident happened at the pool party yesterday around 4:30pm. But I will never come back here. Poor customer service. Very unprofessional.
    14 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Superman M. 1 year ago on Google
    Came for the pool party sun may 1st. The waiter was super nice, guy with a cool tattoo on his back, held onto my shirt for me. Cleaning crew was super courteous and efficient. THEY ARE NOT RACIST, I'm Indian origin and darkest shade of brown. Thank you for great experience guys !!!
    13 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Audry F. 1 year ago on Google
    First of all the girls there are super rude and so are the male staff. Second of all the bar lost my friends card at the bar and after the club they shoved everyone out into the rain. This club does not care about the customers one bit. Granted it was a very packed night since Trippie Redd had came but still..there should be some type of training or hospitality. Clè won’t be getting our service ever again until the staff learn how to stop being rude. I was shoved by both male and female workers and all I did was stand there. Some of the female workers were also very territorial over the restroom since I guess that is where their dressing room is. The next time Clè hold an event like that be ready for a lot of people and train your staff to act more like a club not a bunch of high school girls.
    12 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 anna p. 9 months ago on Google
    Where to start I used to love going there till the staff turned sour . It’s pretty much wanna be a Vegas pool party I think they forgot they are in Houston. Shame some great djs get booked here to endure a mediocre party I am glad other edm options are opening. Their screens are outdated, visuals not captivating enough, opening locals ain’t setting the vibe right cos I couldn’t wait for the headliner to pop up. Want better fun? Spend your money at stereo they got some nice AC and better drink prices
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Christopher H. 4 years ago on Google
    I've read thru these reviews and was worried of attending the Erotic Ball last night. Glad to say my wife and had a blast. We were treated with the upmost respect walking thru the door til we left. There club is superb and definitely a reminder of Vegas. Drinks were a little pricey but they were strong and good. The best bartenders. We didn't see anyone hassled about their attire. A+ Classy club and we'll definitely return in the near future. 👍👍👍👍
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Daniela P. 11 months ago on Google
    Do not visit this place, we came out of town for a concert. On their website it was announced doors open at 8 pm, we got there at 7 pm and got in line, at 9:15 bouncers came out to put barricade without talking the people that were standing outside. Then at 9:30 they announce that we would have to get into a new line which cause that most people that had just gotten there to skip to the front and just at 10 pm we were able to go in. Everything got congested and they didn’t even care. Did not talk to anyone and made it clear that they did not wanted to talk to anyone. This is the worst experience I’ve ever had, I’ve been to concerts in clubs in the Houston area and have never had such a bad experience. The only person that was nice to us was Trent with security and he is one that deserves the one star I’m giving this place.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Miranda S. 2 years ago on Google
    AMAZING. My friends and I came from Wisconsin to see Tiesto here. We ended up running into one of the owners and he was nothing but amazing to us. The vibe at this club is unreal. The pool party was everything I could ever wish for. ALL the bartenders and employees were so unbelievably friendly to us. This is the best club experience I have ever had.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 風呂(Ray) 9 months ago on Google
    Went for the night club, which is a drastically different place than the day club. Better than Pretty Liar and decorum (pour behavior). It's got a better layout with a more focused dance floor and MUCH better acoustic design. The speakers are thankfully better than they need. This is not a walkable club like 77 degrees, it's in the same situation as Barbarella, so plan accordingly. The security was perfect, it wasn't over-protective, but they rooted out weeds quickly. Definitely a fun place worth checking out. One thing to remember is to dress elegantly... Even if it is a rap or deep underground techno artist is playing. This is strictly enforced and is part of what makes this place a bit unique... Its clientele and crowd management transcends the artist. Unlike Stereolive where the artist determines who shows up. If you like rap or techno, but don't like rap and techno crowds this is the place for you. It does mean it's not the ideal place to fully experience your favorite rap/edm artist in their native environment. But at least it's a fun place, unlike Decorum, where the DJs dread every second. About 10% of the dancefloor requires earplugs. It's a big place with high ceilings so the volume drops off quickly with distance. But if you like bass... That 10% is very good. Not as good as Sekai's floor shaking bass, but the balance is far better. It is far quieter than the second floor of Bauhaus, where the whole room is earplug level. It's effectively about the same as the new Stereolive system.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Ashley F. 10 months ago on Google
    I had fun! But not until around 12:30, that's really when people started to show up. It is a $20 dollar cover charge though. Cool atmosphere but not alot of space to dance, it's mostly for birthday celebrations as they had a lot of rounded couch seats for groups to sit in. It is about $15 dollars per drink, expect to spend here! Other than that I had fun dancing with the lights and smoke machines!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Nakiyha D. 1 year ago on Google
    Worst experience ever! I paid a deposit for a section for a pool party and the event was canceled due to weather. I was told that I would receive a refund and have yet receive one. The event was canceled on 4/8. It’s been a week. I cannot get in contact with the waitress whose name is Emery and no one in management. This is unacceptable and terrible business to not refund someone for a service they did not receive. Definitely will not visit Clé or any other nightclubs within this group.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ted D. 1 year ago on Google
    I have only been twice but loved it both times. Once to see Tiesto and the other time for John Summit. The atmosphere feels upscale and the crowd is great. The prices are definitely worth the atmosphere and helps filter out a lot. I’ll definitely be back in the summer.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kmilo Drum S. 1 year ago on Google
    Always looking forward on performing at this epic place. Best Vibes.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Claudia G. 1 year ago on Google
    Turn your music down or I will continuously call the cops on your business and apparently I’m not the only one the two times I’ve called the dispatch tells me without even asking that there are other complaints and waiting on a unit to go out. There is a complex directly across from you and you know that, if you have no consideration for us that are directly facing you I will have no consideration and make sure you get fined every chance I get meaning every night of the week that you are operating. It’s that simple turn the music down. What is this a live concert? I can hear all the beat in my unit and lyrics and dj. Turn it down please.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sean L. 1 year ago on Google
    amazing music & very fancy place. drinks can be a bit pricey, & sections cost a lot, but it's well worth the experience. My favorite night here have been Deorro & Kaskade before New Years a couple years ago.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 TN 1 year ago on Google
    PLEASE BEWARE OF THIS ESTABLISHMENT THEY DONT CARE ABOUT YOU OR YOUR WELL BEING. If I could give zero stars, I would. THIS FACILITY IS CRAWLING WITH CRIME. Just know if something happens to you here, you won't be heard, you won't be helped and this business will not own up to any involvement. The staff here is VERY UNPROFESSIONAL (Cocktails, Bar staff and management) need proper training. This facility has failed its consumers/guests. THE STAFF HERE IS EXTREMELY UNPROFESSIONAL AND ARE ONLY AFTER YOUR $$$. There are no regulations in place when it comes to the crime that goes on here, there's zero guidelines/rules as to the people who come in and out of this place (YOU ARE NOT SAFE)!! Multiple people have LOST their LIVES here. Don't just take my word for it, DO YOUR RESEARCH LOOK AT OTHER REVIEWS/NEWS COVERAGE. If you care about your friends, family don't let them step foot here. The crime in and around this place is TERRIBLE. Please, take your business elsewhere.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jaqey J. 1 year ago on Google
    Lol some people say this is a racist club but it’s always full of black peoples when I drive by? Grand lux restaurant is racist ! Lol and I’m white , but I don’t give AF I take my money somewhere else . I don’t let small minded peoples get to me . If Grand lux wants a self segregated restaurant I could care less because there are better places to eat where everyone is treated with respect regardless of race. Their food sux’s any ways. But it’s open late.😂
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Brian c. 10 months ago on Google
    Not the best club to visit in Houston. Don’t recommend. Bouncers are rude. They won’t let you in. They act like they own the place. They will try to fight you. What kind of club is this. I don’t need management apologizing. You people are terrible. Need some therapy. Treat people with respect!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Taylor S. 1 year ago on Google
    Cle used to be nice. Not anymore. Dirty. Gross. Went to pool party recently and it is a far cry from how they used to be. Also there is no public seating anymore? everything has to be reserved? Only option is to sit at the tree. Won't be going back.

  • 1/5 Antonio T. 1 year ago on Google
    I was racially discriminated against at the door and I wasn’t the only black person that didn’t get in. I had on jeans and t shirt. There is no dress code on the site or even anyone to answer the phone. Back to the story. Some fake azz David Goggins looking dude told me and my cousin that we weren’t good enough to get in there. It’s all good. Next time I’m in Houston, I’ll be protesting outside the club.

  • 5/5 Texan B. 1 year ago on Google
    Thursday Latin night are the best Latin I do get when I go out and it's big you won't feel it's packed or there's no space like other places love it ❤️

  • 1/5 Anonymous 1 year ago on Google
    The club is just a cover up for an underground drug deal. The girls are wh*res and get brainwashed over time but thats none of my business. Ive been drugged after coming to this club by one of the bartenders or from what my friend thinks was by some white or hispanic girl named Kayla. Its not safe here and ghetto

  • 1/5 Reid S. 5 months ago on Google
    This place is terrible. The quality of people are absolute garbage and the staff is awful too. My friends and I bought a table and they wouldn't let in half of our party. What is the point of paying for a table if you cant guarantee that your entire party will be able to get in??? huge waste of money.

  • 5/5 Triston W. 1 year ago on Google
    Been going to cle for years and cycled through many different hosts. Lyth has always had my back at any given time. Ask for him if you need a table or entry.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Valet parking
    • ✓️ Somewhat difficult to find a space
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Assistive hearing loop
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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