Came here with the girlies for some much needed "She Time." Parking is scarce so it made sense to valet and have them drive the car to the back, unless you want to make the long walk. This place is extremely small and intimate, it's basically a home they converted into a premium cocktail bar. We were seated and the shenanigans began, in a good way. We ordered the innovative cocktails that came with lights, camera and action. This isn't a place to come eat, as they have small bites, but you should eat before you come. We definitely enjoyed the experience and the ability to have intimate conversation without all the racket during most happy hrs. Check them out if you're in the area. read more

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Same name, different vibe. I was a huge fan of the old Diversion, so I was really looking forward to this reopening. The original had this secretive, exclusive vibe that made every visit feel special - bidets and mouthwash in the restrooms, feminine hygiene products thoughtfully provided, and jars of preserved fruits and homemade concoctions lining the shelves. It was quirky, refined, and full of surprises. The new Diversion feels more mainstream. It's still a beautiful space and date night appropriate but it's missing some of that original character. They start you off with hot towels and a "Japanese green tea," which is actually a cup of dashi broth. I did not mind - it was tasty. The glowing menu is still around, though I don't remember the weird green backlight that honestly does not make anyone look attractive. The old Diversion also knocked it out of the park with every single cocktails in terms of creativity, including caviar on the side, beach/sand concepts, bone marrow cocktails, cereal and milk. Every one of their cocktail was a concept. Here, the cocktails are pretty... but normal. I chose the most exciting sounding cocktail on the menu - Operation White Flame. The server came with a card that prompts you to say a secret phrase. I was stoked. A secret room? A secret menu item? Are they lighting my drink on fire? No. The drink comes with a piece of paper clipped to it. The server gives you a lighter, and you light the paper on fire. The end. Unfortunately, our server also couldn't have been less interested. We were excited, inquiring about the menu, chatting about the reopening, trying to engage, but every interaction was flat, curt, and monotonous. Seems like he just wants to go home. Maybe that was his secret mission. Finally, the one dish we ordered - steak tartare - took almost an hour to come out. My friend was done with her drink and was dying waiting for something to eat. Kind of silly since, well... tartare is raw. What are y'all doing back there? read more

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I've been wanting to visit Diversion for years--ever since they had a location in Spring Branch. The space is beautifully designed with a great vibe, though I have to mention the couch we waited on had noticeable stains and hairs on the cushions, which took away from the otherwise upscale atmosphere. I was hoping for more complexity in the presentation of the drinks, especially given that each cocktail is priced like a full meal. That said, the drinks are clearly thoughtful and well-crafted. Don't skip the Lab Shots. These are truly next-level--no other bar in Houston is playing with texture and form like this. They're edible art. I won't spoil the surprise with details, but they're worth the experience. The food was another highlight. The KFC was crispy, juicy, and fried to perfection, with sauces so good it was hard to stop dipping. The truffle nachos were rich and indulgent, with every bite packed with umami and gooey cheese. The chips themselves were impressively light and delicate--a perfect contrast to the richness of the toppings. Definitely worth a repeat visit. read more

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Different space. Different drinks. Same backlit menu. The space is Emma Jane during the day, which can be a bit confusing. The bar is less pretentious than the last location, but still a bit stifling. The service was great and we overall had a great time there, but the drink menu could be expanded. One very welcome change from the last location is they no longer blare music over the speakers. Instead it's a very pleasant environment where you can actually talk to your friends. read more

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Was looking for a new cocktail bar to try before our dinner reservation on Friday night and came across Diversion. I hadn't heard of it yet but I liked the vibe of the website so I booked a 6pm reservation. Upon check in/arrival I realized that I had accidentally booked the reservation for Saturday night instead of Friday! The host asked us to wait a moment while he tried to see if they could fit us in. They said that they could and led us to a table inside. The bar was empty but for a couple of other people that walked in when we did but it had filled out a bit by the time that we left. Apparently the reservations are typically for a "90 minute experience" which I will admit that I am still a bit perplexed by because the menu is a la cart. After placing an order for a couple of the mini tinis along with a tequila and an order of the margarita lab shots, our waiter arrived with warm towels and complimentary glasses of hot dashi broth. Cocktails arrived promptly along with a small plates of snacks. The margarita lab shots were a fun little explosion in your mouth and the tiny tinis were good. My husband also tried the negroni before we left and said that was good as well. Overall this new cocktail bar still seems to be getting it's footing but it was cute and fun if a bit on the pricey side. read more

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Very good service. The server and bartender were very knowledgeable and interactive with our party. Everything I had was very good. Loved the surprise samples they brought to the table. read more

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We went on a Saturday night as a group of four and had about a 20-minute wait to be seated which was not bad at all. The cozy, intimate atmosphere made it worth it, and the drink menu was full of creative options. Service was warm and attentive, and I especially appreciated that our server asked about dietary restrictions right away. I tried the Culture Exchange cocktail and the Santanico mini-tini. My eyeballs and taste buds were very pleased with both drinks. My group and I were disappointed that we didn't get to try the Margarita lab shots (they were sold out hours before our arrival), but that's ok because that just means we'll have to go back again. read more

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Apparently Diversión Cocktails has shuttered its doors. I'm not totally surprised. I visited Diversión twice over a five month span. As good as the drinks were, I personally thought they were overpriced. Diversión was trying to give upscale vibes with a speakeasy feel, but I think they fell a little short. 1st Visit: We had a reservation for three. My friend and I were running late. I wanted to let them know, but I couldn't find a phone number. I sent a DM on IG and never received a reply. When we arrived, I realized that a reservation wasn't even needed because it was not busy in there (on a Friday night). The drinks were pretty pricey. They were divided by Indulgence and House Cocktails. They had a very small snack menu that had items like caviar and charcuterie. The Indulgence menu was just that. The cocktails were very creative. The Pho Cup'd (read it fast for the play on words) was an unusual cocktail that looked like a bowl of pho. I had the Backyard Bounty and L'Armandine and they were both very good. The bartenders checked in on us in the beginning, but towards the end of the night, they took forever. My friend was charged for a drink even though she was told it was on the house because she ordered the last one. 2nd Visit: I came with my friend and her significant other. We again had a reservation, but it wasn't needed. Many reviews mentioned how the building looked sketchy on the outside (which was true). On this visit, the parking lot caught my attention because it was in worse shape. Weeds were growing through cracks in the cement and it just looked like it had been neglected. I ordered a drink from the Indulgence menu called the Glow + Tonic. The drink was very pretty and it came with a nice presentation from the bartender. I enjoyed it, but it wasn't worth $30. My friends enjoyed their drinks too. We only had one drink and then moved on to another bar in the area. It's always a bummer to see a local business close it's doors, but I'm glad I had the opportunity to check out some of their cocktails. read more

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The experience will blow you away. Make a reservation if you enjoy speciality cocktails and great service read more

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Very small but intimate. The drinks are super unique....in some cases too unique. I haven't tried everything but I'm cool on the ice cream cone shot and the deviled egg shot. The margarita balls were a 10 of 10. They are so good I want to start a bar with nothing but shot balls. They have other drinks to try so I hope to go back. I definitely recommend this spot for something different on date night. Ps they have food read more

been here twice now and the service is phenomenal. it's a great experience- so fun. I've tried all of the special shots - the margarita ones are super fun little bubbles but they taste mostly like mezcal (not bad but if you hate the smokey flavor keep in mind) the other two are super yummy and not strong alcohol tastes- the colada has a yummy passionfruit mousse. I love the kind of blue - like an espresso martini with a unique twist. the matcha cocktail with a beignet was delicious. the quiet life is a bit heavy on the bitter aperitivo. the among giants is like a strawberry marg spinoff. the cocktail menu is stacked with unique concoctions and robust flavor profiles. I'd love a couple of sweeter options (I'm not a bitter drink person) if I were to have any notes- i'd love to try some of the mini tinis but they sound very boozy - I like drinks where the alcohol is well masked and would love more options. i'm not sure if you can order off the menu, I haven't asked for fear that it would be an overpriced version of an eastside or lemon drop. my only qualm is the food menu- we tried the mini grapes (love) and truffle nachos and were surprised at how tiny the portions were for the price. the truffle nachos definitely had great truffle flavor which I know isn't cheap, but to call them nachos is a bit misleading - it's like 10 chips lol. come here after dinner not before! the menu changes often so i'll definitely be back as they continue to evolve ! all of the staff are phenomenal, so welcoming and the experience is very special. the ambience is lovely - quiet and candlelit (great for date night) with pretty r&b music like solange read more

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When we arrived there was a wait even though we had a reservation. There were 2 parties ahead of us and we waited about 20 mins before we were seated. The dim lit atmospheres surrounded by lit candles is perfect for a date night and the wait staff is friendly. Once seated we were offered hot towels and complimentary shots of a Japanese tea that reminded us of a ramen broth. To start we had a round of margarita shots which comes in sets of 3. It was a different concept I've never had before it literally bursts in your mouth. For drinks we had the time piece, operation white flame, culture exchange and amongst giants. My favorite was amongst giants as it was on the refreshing side. My actual drink was the time piece cocktail which was made with mezcal the other ingredients help balance it out so the mezcal wasn't overpowering. The white flame operation cocktail had the best presentation you were given a card with a machine prior to your drink arrival. For bites we had Th e KFC or Korean fried chicken, Stuffed rambutants and truffle nachos. The truffle nachos is not a warm dish so after awhile it's overwhelming would prefer it a hot dish. The KFC was the best bites we had there came with 3 different dipping sauces. We also ordered the cosmo shots that come in a 2 piece this was made out of heavy whipping cream so it isn't as creamy as ice cream would be and the vodka is not overpowering. Overall a unique experience though keep in mind there is 90 minute time slot per reservation and reservations are highly recommended. They do say they accept walk-ins if they have tables available but when we were there, they had to turn around a few parties as they were fully booked. read more

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This place looks like it's nothing from the outside but it is everything!! The bartenders showed so much hospitality. This place makes immersible cocktails, not your ordinary bar. I highly recommend also make a reservation. They ask you what you like and make you a beverage according to your tastes. Love it 10/10! read more

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The outside of the building looks like it could be a strip club. Go to the door on the right side of the building. When you walk in, it will take a moment for your eyes to adjust. It is very dark and intimate. Once your eyes adjust, you can see that it is very nice and well decorated. I made a reservation, but it was early in the evening and probably wasn't needed. However if you come in later than 5:30, I would totally recommend a reservation. We were escorted to a dark corner of the bar. Unfortunately the music was a touch too loud for my taste and there was a large party talking over the music. We were handed menus and the menus are back lit. These menus light up. So cool. The cocktails are expensive. But this is for the experience and they are well thought out. I tried the Pho' cupped cocktail. It was served warm with pho broth, lime and jalapeño. It was really tasty and it really felt like a meal. It was nice to sip on the chilly day. My friend ordered the Smokey Old Fashioned. It was smoked and covered in a cloche and uncloched at the table. The area filled with a warm aroma of a wood smoke. We each ordered another drink. I had something that came with boba. Everything was really well thought out and tasty. Overall, this was a fun experience. Due to the cost of cocktails, this is a great first date or special occasion place. Not sure I would come here every week. I personally would like to have the lights turned up a touch, and the music turned down. It was dark and intimate but if I can't hear my date, that is a problem. read more

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I am so happy Diversion is back in a new location! The dining experience is unmatched and so unique. The staff was the absolute best. I was given a complimentary cosmopolitan shot for my birthday (lit candle included). I tried the margarita shots, the culture exchange, the vilanova ritual and the KFC chicken appetizer. 100/10 rating. read more

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We were visiting and I just kept seeing Diversion in social media. The concept is awesome and the drinks were delicious. I can't wait to go back and try more unique cocktails. Food-We did not order food(had an upcoming dinner reservation), but did order delicious drinks. Atmosphere - Where they are located looks sketchy but it's so worth it once you get inside. Our Uber driver even asked if we were sure this was the right place . We walked in to a dim speakeasy vibe. The menus were lit up so you could see well. We were the only customers there at our 6:30 reservation on a Thursday. Two additional couples came in towards 7:30. We sat at the bar chef counter, it was great seeing them make the drinks and just interacting. Service - The service was amazing. You can tell the bartenders are very passionate about their craft. They gave us more recommendations and were just very hospitable. If you've been to Aviary it's very similar. read more

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We really enjoyed this place, and we will definitely be back! We almost drove past it at first, because it is a smaller, minimally marked building inside a massive parking area. But it was so nice not to have to hunt for parking for a change! The front door looks speakeasy-style with a door knocker, but we walked in and there was a sign that said please wait to be seated. We did not have a reservation but were able to get a spot at the bar as walk ins. They have these cool bar dividers to help you feel almost like you are at a private booth even though technically others are seated right next to you. Each drink is carefully crafted and designed, with an intricate presentation. The bartenders and mixologists were incredibly helpful and great at explaining and suggesting. Please check out the pictures I posted for each drink we got to try - we enjoyed them all! I think my favorites were the District 5 and the L'Amardine (topped with fennel oil - so interesting!). read more

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Diversion Cocktails was recommended by a friend, and I decided to visit the bar with my significant other. The ambiance was dark, and the wood was in a darker color. It was very much giving dark academia vibes~ Their bar was open and large for everyone to view the bartenders make the beverages. The top shelves were lined with Erlenmeyer flasks, and they also had a rotary evaporator. I think this shows that there is a lot of science behind the drinks they are making, and they go beyond the norm. I ordered the District 5, which consisted of cachaca, coconut milk, ube, whole egg, and strawberry. I also got the T. Y. Munson, which contained cognac, bourbon, apple, absinthe, caramelized tea, cherry bar, and grapes. The District 5 came with small popping bubbles, and it was a fun drink and was coconuty. The T. Y. Munson was on the "Indulgence" side of the menu and was pricier and was an experience. It was smoked and came with a bunch of grapes. Both drinks were strong, so if you're a lighweight like me, this will be the bang for your buck! Overall, I think the bar is unique and a perfect place for an intimate date or for you to experience drinks made by people who know the craft well! read more

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Intro: I stopped by Diversion Cocktails with two friends on a Friday evening. We made a reservation a few weeks prior just in case. Located in The Heights, they have their own lot so parking won't be an issue. While not a speakeasy, Diversion Cocktails has speakeasy vibes and puts a large emphasis on craft cocktails. Ambiance (4.5/5): Don't judge a book by its cover. Diversion doesn't seem like much from the outside as the exterior looks like your run-of-the-mill bar. And it's not in the greatest part of The Heights. However, once you walk in, all of that changes. Diversion is elegant. Dimly lit. With both table seating, bar seating, and lounge seating. Beautiful all-around. If there are a lot of people there while you are, it can get pretty loud. Drinks (5/5): Now this is what you've been waiting for! The creativity of the drinks at Diversion Cocktail exceeds anywhere else I've seen in Houston. We're talking about some seriously sophisticated drinks. I started out with the Luau as I'm a sucker for tropical/tiki drinks. The presentation of this drink was exceptional. It's served in a tiki glass with edible foam. The tiki glass is set on a platter that resembles the beach. There is edible sand and decorations like seashells. Talk about going above and beyond! For my second cocktail, I went with the Pho Cup'd (get it?!). I didn't think it was possible but the presentation here exceeds the Luau as the cocktail is prepared tableside (sneak peek: there's some flambe action involved). A pho cocktail with pho broth and some of the various toppings you see with pho?! This was a first for me. It's a strong drink and unlike anything I've ever had before. My third cocktail was less elaborate but had a frozen pop as part of it. Also really cool! Food (N/A): While they have small bites, I was on a liquid diet while I was there. Overall: The drinks are expensive. Especially the super creative ones. But you're paying for the experience. It's not somewhere I'd feel comfortable going often but on occasion or for a special occasion, definitely! You won't find cocktails like this anywhere else in Houston. read more

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What a great cocktail experience! 5/5 highly recommended! It's a very dark and intimate place with unique drinks. It seems as they consistently change their menu so it was hard making a decision solely from pictures on Yelp & Instagram. We also had a few of their small places that were really good. My favorite part was when the menu lit up when you opened them. How cool is that lol read more

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Has seen some good things about this spot and found them on a couple of list so three of us decided to go check it out. The new location is swanky and well appointed, but doesn't feel as approachable most cocktail bars we've been to Houston or other cities like New York or Chicago. We cut off on the wrong foot right away when I dropped off my wife and friend so I could try and find a place to park. We had one of the earliest reservations of the day and by the time I parked, you made it back over (which took about five or six minutes) I found the two of them still standing outside in the heat because they were told they wouldn't see them until the morning was complete. There was one seat table inside and I was literally just parking she wasn't going to. That's just a bad policy when we have the earliest reservation read more

I debated leaving a review for this place because I hate leaving such negative reviews. But people should know the people running this place sucks and the cocktails are not much better. If I could give zero stars I would because I give zero fucks about this place after my experience there. A friend of mine made a reservation for my group of friends one night. We were a large party and asked if they had room for us, if not, cool, we can go elsewhere. But their manager said yes we will have seats for your big party. When we arrived after dinner, the place was pretty dead, there were 2 small tables occupied. We ordered a few drinks to try out. All the drinks looked pretty and IG worthy but tasted either meh or gross. After about an hour, we decided to leave and not waste anymore calories on the yucky drinks there. We asked for our check, and lo and behold, they had the audacity to charge us a party fee of $1000 without prior disclosure and/or agreement. We tried to dispute but the manager wouldn't budge. He stated we don't do large parties hence the fee. Well why did you accept the reservation if you don't host large parties. And they did not tell us there was a party fee when we made the reservation. They did not tell disclose this "party fee" when we checked in with the hostess either. Had we known about this fee, we would not have made the reservation. Our group would've gone to a bar with better vibes and delicious cocktails. read more

Amazing cocktails, def a date night type of event. Expensive but I recommend trying the majority of the menu.

One of the spots I definitely wanted to try when we were planning our Houston trip!! When we pulled into the parking lot, the hubby thought I had the wrong address (YES it looks like a random building in an abandoned parking lot, but trust me go in!) I recommend going with just 1 other person so you can sit at the bar and watch the bartenders work! ---pho cocktail: the hubby's all time favorite food is pho so he was very excited, and the cocktail DELIVERED! The ingredients surprisingly worked very well together, such an out of the box idea! I also enjoyed my refreshing cocktail and the bartenders were so friendly, they gave us a list of suggestions for food while we were in town! read more

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Ever since we visited the Aviary in Chicago, we've been on the hunt for good creative cocktails in Houston and we thought we'd find it here. First impression is that the place is in a very unassuming spot. The surrounding area is a little rough. I wouldn't expect this place to be here if I was just driving by, but I guess this kinda adds to the speakeasy feel. You walk in in and you're met with dim lights, a nice looking bar - definitely a relaxing feel. The bar was relatively empty when we walked in. We were promptly greeted by our server. The menu has a light which is blinding at first, but fitting for the place since it's dark. They have a lamp you can turn on if you needed anything which I thought was a nice idea. Since I wanted to try something creative, I ordered from the "indulgence" side of the menu ($30-$70 range) and got the T.Y. Munson for $35. We were a party of 5 and drinks came one by one. My drink was served on a little elevated wooden platter with a dome cover to keep the smoke in, and the server opened the dome to let all the Smokey goodness out. The drink was definitely smokey, bold and the presentation was theatrical. Now why 3 stars? Throughout our time there the place got full. There was only one server running around the place looking like a chicken with her head cut off. All of our cocktails arrived relatively quick except for my friend's beer, the easiest thing to probably serve in that place. My sister in law ordered another cocktail later on but never arrived after 25 minutes, so we asked to cancel it instead. Overall, the experience didn't match the price tag. They may have focused more on the theatrics (decor, nice bathroom etc) rather than the overall customer experience. I would have been willing to pay for an expensive drink or two if the service was at least prompt throughout our time there. So unfortunate since the drinks were not bad. Sad to say we probably won't return. read more

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First and foremost, I have to start out by asking a few hypothetical questions.. When arriving at diversion's cocktails, will you feel like this is a sketchy place? Most likely.. Will you second guess this spot because it's in the most random area of Houston? 100%, yes. Yelpers, please hear me.. we live for gems like this! Somewhat sketchy exterior unknowing what the inside holds... Well, let me tell yall somethin'.. you'll be missing out on the very experience we search for in these streets! Right when you open the door, you feel as if you are in some sort of Narnia like place because everything changes all at once from a super sketchy random building to a dim lit, amazingly boujy bar that gives an extreme sense of intimacy and class. I was so glad I didn't wear my "don't be self conchas" shirt and ripped jeans. Me and my friend immediately loved it and sat at the bar. Please note that you have to actually make reservations to sit at the bar and be hosted by the mixologist, who is super well rounded when it comes to liquor. It's so interesting because it's basically like watching scientists work with chemicals. Intricately thought out, and each drink made with a lot of passion. I started out with the monsoon. I can't even begin to describe it, but if you like that little kick of spice, I would go for it. It's not overwhelming.. more so complimenting. Then I had heavy on the hail. Somewhat set up like an old fashion, but the flavors were very subtle and also very complimenting. We didn't go for any of the super fancy ones only because they looked on the bigger side, and we still wanted to head somewhere else after. After seeing someone get a drink that lit up into flames, I definitely want to go back and experience it! Every single myxologist is super informative and knowledgeable about everything. They are all definitely masters at their craft. Prices are not cheap, but the experience is so worth it. Another hypothetical question.. would I typically recommend going into shady buildings? Probably not.. Even though now that I think about it, I do this quite often. In this case, I 100% recommend doing so. Maybe just make sure you have the right place. I'm definitely excited about coming back and trying some more awesome mixed drinks. read more

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Easily one of the coolest cocktail bars I've ever been to! I am all about fun, low-key settings for a night out with the homies and Diversion Cocktails seriously hit all the marks. The entire experience was a pleasant surprise from the very beginning. My friend couldn't figure out how to make a reservation so we decided to try our luck on a Saturday evening without one. The exterior is so inconspicuous, we almost missed the place and questioned if we even got the right location until we stepped inside. We were warmly greeted by Minh, who swiftly seated us and walked us through the bar's light-up menus-- super smart addition for their dark, vibey space. Between the four of us, we started with two speciality cocktails and two house cocktails. Each drink was fabulous and the specialities were so creative and unique. Pricey but well worth the indulgence. I loved the ube flavors and fun textures in the District 5, and we all enjoyed the lil show that came with the Natsume. Minh took immaculate care of us the whole night and gave awesome recs for the guys' second rounds of drinks. We were also treated to a fun "family pour" at some point-- completely unnecessary, greatly appreciated. To wrap on a completely random note, I was also really impressed by their bathroom lol. Says a lot about a place when even the bathrooms are perfectly maintained and designed. I will 200% be back next time I'm in Houston! read more

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I came here on a Friday night. I made a reservation just about an hour before hand. Pulling up it was a bit sketchy lol a small trailer like building in a huge parking lot. Once inside it had a very speakeasy like vibe. It seems like. Sitting room only kind of place like can't just go up to the bar to order. We sat at the bar with Covid style partitions between us and the next couple. The bartender explained the concept (drinks are an experience plated dinner style) I feel like that was supposed to be the rationale for the exorbitant prices of some of the drinks. There were more reasonably priced drinks but still a bit high for houston imo. I'd heard about their clarified espresso martini but it seems to sell out quickly. I had the Natsume and it was played very cute and was very intricately flavored and delicious. It was also pretty strong. My date had the TY Munson that was like a sweet old fashioned with smoke. Service was very attentive, bathrooms clean, only took one star for the price range but I'd return. read more

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Still a great spot for an intimate drink made by some of the most creative bartenders in Houston. The outside is unassuming but the drinks are very much the opposite. read more

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The drinks were OK. The service was nice. The ambience was pretty good. That's all I can say

The building is so nondescript and not what you expect at all when you see photos of the drinks. I kinda dig it though. Drinks are pricey - cocktails start at $16. The ambiance is great though - romantic setting, darker interior, fun music, almost a speakeasy vibe. My cocktail was good and not amazing (same with my friend who paid $25). I should've called to see how often they switch up their drinks because I was super excited for the cereal milk one but unfortunately they don't offer it anymore. Might be worth trying sometime in the future. read more

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This place was fantastic! Found it through Insta and decided to go with my best friend. The immersion cocktails are absolutely incredible! The farm to cocktail also present flavors that are exquisite and unique. Reservations are usually required. If you plan on going. There are only about 10 tables in this place. I asked the question about how long each table usually stays, and she says they generally only let tables stay for 2 hours. That may seem like a long time, but it really goes quickly. The drinks are masterpieces that take some time to create, so really, 2 hours, you will probably get through 3 drinks. We were able to stay a little longer, but this is a place that I'd like to stay longer than the two hours. (And they will let you know your time is up). Overall, the team are friendly. We really enjoyed talking to them between drinks. Munchies were delicious; however, I underestimated how filling the immersion cocktails were, especially because those come with stuff to eat too! Definitely bringing my husband back to this place next time we are in Houston!! Oh, and ladies, something amazing about the ladies room here.... But I'll keep that a surprise! read more

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Enjoyed the atmosphere and the service that we received. Definitely worth coming back to visit

Sooooo...... My friend asked my hubs and I to join a couples dinner and drinks afterwards. She had seen pics of Diversion Cocktails and wanted to check it out after... She didn't realize it really isn't a bar. Days before our dinner date, I check out the site and I told her "Uh.... looks like we needs reservations." We were able to get reservations for the 6 of us around 9ish but at the bar and only by three reservations of 2. They were able to seat us all together at the bar and took away the dividers in between the couples. We got there about 15 minutes before our res but still had to wait. They made the entrance super narrow so it was awkward if someone in the back needed to get through. We had to wait for others to leave so we waited for about 10+ minutes. Hubs and I sat first and had to wait for the rest of the bar to leave before they sat our party. But I suppose since we said we were together, they didn't serve us did our entire sat. By the way, the bar only seats 8. The rest of the place had about 6-7 other tables that sat 2-6 people. Anyways, we all finally sit and the bartender shares some details about the place but honestly I didn't hear a thing 'cause the music was loud. The menu was really cool - it lit up when you opened it. The left section had super fancy (and rather expensive) cocktails. The right side had less complicated drinks and some food. We proceeded with ordering Cereal milk ($25!) and Bone Marrow ($35!). Cereal milk was tasty BUT super strong! It was a unique drink that came with homemade cereal. With the intensity of the drink, I definitely needed more cereal. It probably took me an hour to finally gulp the rest of it. I wasn't going to waste $25. Bone marrow... I do give this one props on the uniqueness of this "drink." But it's not a drink.... more of a giant popping boba filled with liquor. They do instruct you on how to consume it but I accidently popped it too early in my mouth which led me to feel the stings of the spiciness burning through my nose and had me with tears dripping down my face. The "drink" came with 8 balls. Hubs probably had 4 but I could only finish 2. I had to waste part of my $35. It came with some bone marrow on toast to accompany the "drink" - which I thought was ok. Hubs did order the Catalonian fish sticks which is panko breaded mackerel. He ate it first and said he loved it but I probably wouldn't because mackerel has a distinctive flavor. He was right. Mackerel is too fishy for me, but if you love it - then you'll probably love this dish. We also ordered a round of tequila/strawberry/tarragon shots which were tasty. I was able to sip some of my friends' cocktails as well. The Mescal#2 - we could not drink... It's described as "Gently smoky" but it was too smoky for us to drink. There were two other "less complicated" cocktails that was ordered (don't remember which ones), but only one of the two cocktails were enjoyed. Overall, I want to like this place but I don't think I would come back. Yes, the cocktails were cool and unique but I can't pay for a cocktail that costs way more than most of my meals.... Unless it was something that was just THAT GOOD but this wasn't OMG good. If you are expecting to come to a bar and possibly check out other people, this is not the place for you. It's a hang out for couples and small groups of friends that want a place to have a drink and have long conversations (well, they cap you at two hours so not too long). When booking the reservation, it was interesting that it said please give an hour for the full experience. If you calculate the wait time and the time it takes to consume one drink, then yes you need the full hour. I did however enjoy the restrooms. The toilets were heated. Yep. read more

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Intimate, cute, dim, romantic spot. Amazingly crafted drinks by enthusiastic bartenders. Matsume - 10/10 Clarified Espresso Martini - 12/10 (the most visually impressive cocktail I've seen) Candy Paint- 7/10 (off-balance citrus tones) T.Y. Munson 9/10 Antoine Gibson 9/10 Full reel: @BoughettoFoodie read more

Diversión Cocktails - Full reel: @BoughettoFoodie "Candy Paint" - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I was really excited to try this place and unfortunately it was a huge disappointment. We arrived at 6pm for a 6:15 reservation. When we arrived it seemed like the place wasn't open which was surprising because their hours state they open at 5pm. We were eventually seated and given the menus. The place itself is beautiful but it was so hot we were literally sweating. We were the first table to be seated. They brought us hot towels which was nice and took our drink order. There were 4 people in our party. It took almost an hour for us to get 1 drink and one set of shots. The drinks all came out at different times. My husband got his drink first and it was hot because it had been sitting for at least 10 minutes at the bar. I watched them make it and watched it sit. The next drink came about 10 minutes later. The third drink eventually came and the last drink was served at least 30 minutes after my husband received his. We ordered food and it never came so we cancelled it because we had another reservation to get to. However they reminded us we had a 90 minute reservation. Then came back and told us we have 30 minutes remaining. In the 90 minutes we were there we all had 1 cocktail, 1 set of the margarita shots and water. We had also ordered the cosmo shots and told the waitress to cancel those if they weren't coming out asap. We paid the bill and finally the cosmo shots came out. Out of the 4 cocktails we ordered only one was decent. The other 3 were terrible. If you are going to experience the clear espresso martini it is no longer available. Our waitress did apologize multiple times stating they were very understaffed. If that is the case give a free app or comp a drink. Also there was a champagne bucket right next to our table with an empty upside bottle in it. I asked if that was from yesterday and the waitress said it was from brunch but then just left it. She didn't bother to take it away. Considering the price of the drinks the level of service and quality of the drinks was a big miss. Our bill was $178 before tip. A true waste of money. I typically never give negative reviews but this experience truly deserved one. read more

Nice first date spot! Music is loud, 80s. Dark, dimly lit, lace curtains..very vibey. Cocktails are unique and flavorful - REALLY enjoyed their take on a gin martini (Antoine Gibson), the Natsume (really earthy, sweet), and the Backyard Bounty (a little too sweet), but didn't care as much for the Pho Cup'd (super interesting beef pho broth meets gin + orange liqueur). Cool presentations! read more

Diversión Cocktails - Pho Cup'd - interesting, but not a winner for us - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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It was excellent!! The drinks and ingredients were intriguing. The ambience was amazing. It was dark but not too dark that you could not see anything that was happening. My sister and I tried just about everything on the menu. The Pho Cup was amazing along with the show to prepare it. The Peach Tree was great (make sure you have two people for this one), the Luau had a bite to it with Tequila and "roasted pig" and top finish everything off we tried the Glow and Tonic which is a spin on a traditional Gin and Tonic. My sister order everything on the food side except the caviar lol. Tammy, our server was so attentive to our needs and educating us about the menu items and what to pick. Overall I'll be back again! read more

Diversión Cocktails - Luau Drink - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Spotted this place online as a unique experience I had to try. Was able to book a 10pm reservation at the bar. It's an awesome experience from the moment you enter, with a great and classy ambiance, very attentive service, and most importantly creative and delicious cocktails. To start, I had to try out one of their immersive cocktails. Spotted the tiki inspired Day at the Beach which reminded me of a zombie, and had an interesting edible chocolate shell-- which by the way the staff hand creates and has to inspect to ensure no cracks or holes.. Also had some small bites with the fish sticks and charcuterie and cheese. Both small portions good enough as a small snack. Place has a good amount of parking, with the entrance being slightly nondescript on the right side of the building. The location itself is easy to miss-- a bit plain industrial building, which is also a little out of town (which is a relative concept.. meaning the super busy night life part at least). Personally drinks and experience were amazing, and well worth coming out here! read more

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Been here on several occasions and would recommend getting a res if possible. It's been hit or miss when I've just walked in. Super lovely to hit either at the bar or main area, and I loved the dividers between tables. It made for a very intimate feel. They have immersive cocktails and standard ones. I would recommend the immersive if it's your first time. One was a tiki drink that came with edible sand (crumbled cookie), seashells for garnish. Another was a martini that came with pickled beets and a spoonful of caviar. During the holiday season, there was one that came with popcorn and an iPad that played a Xmas movie. They used to have a welcome drink, but they didn't serve that the most recent time I visited. read more