Z on 23 Rooftop Bar Info
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Outdoor seating
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Dine-in
Highlights
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Fast service
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Great beer selection
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Great cocktails
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Great wine list
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Rooftop seating
Accessibility
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Wheelchair accessible entrance
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Wheelchair accessible parking lot
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Wheelchair accessible restroom
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Cocktails
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Dancing
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Food
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Food at bar
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Happy hour drinks
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Happy hour food
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Hard liquor
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Wine
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Seating
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Restroom
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Upscale
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Credit cards
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Parking
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Free street parking
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Paid parking lot
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Paid street parking
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Parking
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Valet parking
Best WLM Reviews
This is a cozy little rooftop bar with a few eats. The views of the city are really nice, as is the appeal for these kinds of places. We tried some of their food too, specifically their mushroom arancini and pizza dough bites which were both delicious. We also had a variety of drinks that were made fairly well.
It was my first time @ Z on 23, and I loved it. It's the perfect place to meet up with friends while enjoying the breathtaking downtown views from the top.
Breathtaking views, great cocktails and friendly staff. What else can I ask for? Oh and also reasonable prices ????
I used to like coming here way before it became so popular, Had not been here in about 3 years, when I came back last Saturday night they told me I couldn’t sit anywhere unless I was spending $200 or more, so I had to stand… I instantly left. Nice views and the staff is cool but these new rules and prices don’t make it worth it. The bar was not even full, there was maybe around 15 people there.
I was initially greeted by staff that was quick to tell me about their reserved seating areas and requirements. Only one gentlemen greeted me at the bar. The drink was overpriced and tasted like flavored water. I have had better with an appealing ambience and service.
So the bar itself is great. Beautiful little 'quaint' spot in downtown Houston with awesome decor and a chill ambiance. The idea of a rooftop bar with nothing else like it nearby is awesome as well, but if you're not there early enough to grab a spot to sit or you don't reserve a table, there's not much of an option. Very minimal seating, so as great as the views are, you'll be standing the entire time you're there, which isn't that fun considering the drinks should be placed on a $$$ level. The food menu is small although the food is not bad (sliders recommended). Service is also pretty good and the bartenders are extremely friendly, but if you don't speak up, you'll have to accept what's offered. It's worth a visit for the views, but plan for a drink and out or plan your night accordingly AHEAD of time.
Supposedly, according to Eater this is the best rooftop bar in downtown Houston. I was visiting the city from out of town for a work trip and decided to check it out on a Friday night, was pretty disappointed. This is not a luxury rooftop bar but prices are pretty low per drink.
Quality- the quality of the drinks was the worst part about this bar and the reason I would not return. I ordered a classic dirty martini, not only was it served in plastic cups, all our cocktails came in plastic (yuck and totally unnecessary considering there is NO POOL on this rooftop) but the dirty martini was made using a little plastic baggy of pre-packaged olive juice instead of fresh olive juice. The cocktail was lukewarm. Pretty gross overall. However, only good thing was that drink prices were low, I think my martini was $12 which is pretty cheap for a downtown rooftop bar IMO.
Service- the service was fine, it wasn’t terrible and the bartenders were friendly but it seemed a little disorganized. There was a lot of confusion about where the line to the bar starts/should be and knowing this bar is a tourist spot they should probably get that figured out. One of the employees did get mad at me for putting my empty cocktail glass down on a table before leaving, which is the norm at most bars I believe. Kinda odd.
Atmosphere- this is a very small rooftop bar without a lot going on. Even on a Friday night, the bar was not very crowded. The people at this bar were mostly either 40+ business attire or very young college aged kids. There is low seating with tables which is great if you want to lounge for a bit and order apps and a few high top table seats near the bar. Otherwise there isn’t much going on in terms of ambiance other than the view of the Houston skyline which is the main attraction here. You just kinda stand around. After taking IG pictures which everyone was doing we left.
Le Méridien Rooftop in Houston is a great spot! The drinks were refreshing, and the city views added a nice touch. It's an ideal place to unwind and enjoy the skyline with a laid-back vibe.
Quick Facts About Z on 23 Rooftop Bar
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
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| Tuesday | 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Thursday | 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Friday | 03:00 PM - 02:00 AM |
| Saturday | 03:00 PM - 02:00 AM |
| Sunday | 03:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
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