De Fortune

A New Cocktail Lounge is Open in Houston. I recently went and had an AMAZING and different experience. I did not expect them to have only cocktails and not any small bites, tapas, or appetizers(only charcuterie, which was a very nice board actually)however, the cocktails were truly superior to any other cocktail lounge or restaurant I have experienced in Houston over the last year. Their flavor profiles along with their service, and drink consistency was amazing. Another place I would recommend for a nice date or to casually impress someone. We went a hr after often for limited crowding and getting the full feel of the environment aesthetic did not disappoint either -- Their Golden Mango 🥭 is an unofficial signature better than words. The flavor, the balance, the texture… it’s the definition of liquid gold and if you have the opportunity for them to tell you how it is made you will understand! 🍹 Another recommendation -- their Moscow Mule– Without exaggeration, the best mule I’ve ever had across all my tastings and not just in Houston. Crisp, elevated, well balanced, with all flavors of a mule(pictures in my compilation).

Stumbled upon De Fortune after dinner and it became one of the best spots for cocktails. The atmosphere was very chic and upbeat. I would definitely dress to impress. We got there early but there was a line when we left around 9:00. Will definitely go back!

First time visiting this bar and I was blown away! The vibe is incredible — great music, great drinks, and an overall welcoming atmosphere. Brittany was super attentive and walked us through the menu perfectly. Jay and Gabe were awesome as well — really friendly and went above and beyond to give us great recommendations for our weekend in Houston. Couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a good time!

Had the best time at De Fortune. The vibe was 🔥. Great music, delicious drinks, and a crowd that knows how to have fun. The service was on point and the energy stayed high all night. Definitely a go-to spot when you're in Houston and want a good time!

Drinks are decent, great service. Amazing decor, way to loud for a sit down bar. Downside was that I paid $200 to make a reservation and it has been weeks trying to get my money refunded as they charged my card twice, for the reservation and for what I purchased. Emailing, which is the only way of communication, has been a nightmare. For the hustle of this happening again, I’m unsure if I will come back. Which is a shame I live so close.

The place is decorated like I’m in a different country. Drinks are really well done. We even took a tequila shot with Jay. Nick was our bartender…a Houstonian! Ask for Nick or sit at the bar. My new favorite bar.

Love the dark moody vibes and top notch drinks. Brittany was our waitress who was attentive and knowledgeable about the drinks. She suggested the Golden Mango- so sweet and fresh! Gabe the bartender made the best drinks. Jay the GM made sure we had the best seats. Definitely will come again!

The vibe is 100%. Brittany our server was phenomenal and very detailed in cocktails and people wants. The bartenders made AMAZING drinks. Will for sure be back. Ask for Brittany!

loveddd the golden mango! favorite place so far in Houston. Definitely hoing back next time I visit

10/10 drinks, ambiance and I especially loved Brittany!! If you can request her you should!

I came here for happy hour and for drinks after brunch. It's fairly dark but inviting inside. The space is small with cozy tables. Great ambiance to catch up with a small group of friends as it's not too noisy in here (at least during the daytime - not sure how it's here at night). For cocktails I've had their martini service and Al pastor margarita. Both were well made and tasty. I've also had their cheese board and it was good to share for a small group. I would come back to try out their other cocktails and see what the ambiance is like at night.

I'm sad to report that this place is not the answer. We went on a Friday evening to see one of our favorite House music DJs, DJ Nimbus. We came after happy hour and they had a pretty steady crowd, but we were able to find two seats. It is a very small space. I will say that the doorman and the bar manager were very nice , especially the bar manager. He was very communicative and friendly. Where the cons come in at is with the bartender. This is a very important part of a cocktail bar business so I was in hopes that they would get this right. I didn't get his name, but he was very off putting, he had a pompous attitude and just wasn't friendly. My little itty-bitty drink that you see in the picture was $20. It was a Gibson Martini Five to one pour and very boring and bland in taste. It did not come with my onion, I had to ask for it and it was just way overpriced for what it was. My husband ordered a regular slightly dirty martini ($20) no olive and no taste. We then got a standard Espresso martini & again boring and lacked flavor. It almost tasted like everything was watered down. The area is cute with other establishments, It was easy for us to find parking so that was a plus, but I doubt that we'd ever go back here not even for happy hour.

This new cocktail lounge on w Dallas Friday night activities and let's just say it was wide open. They have reservations but maybe the tables get booked later in the night. Drinks were tiny for the price. About 18-20 dollars a drink. Vibes are very cute maybe it needs more time to hype up! They do have DJ table... no one was on it. It was kind of quiet we were waiting for it to get popping. Free garage parking under their name for 2 hours. Unisex bathrooms. Lychee garden drink was a bit sour for me, they don't have lychees either. Drink was 6/10. Bartenders were fast and attentive.

10/10 for ambiance and service! Jay was so personable and attentive. We came for late drinks and had a blast! Might be one of my favorite espresso martinis in Houston - we will definitely be back!

What went well was the overall atmosphere. it was both beautiful and intimate. The space had a warmth to it that made people feel seen and safe. From the soft lighting to the thoughtful details, everything felt intentional, creating an environment that encouraged connection and honesty. The energy in the room was calm but engaging, allowing for meaningful moments to unfold naturally. It didn't feel forced or performative; instead, it felt like a gathering of people who genuinely wanted to be there, and that made all the difference.

Came here on a Friday night. There is a parking garage nearby, and the bar has a code that will validate your parking up to 2 hours. The decor is chic and there was a DJ that night. The hostess led us to a seat in the corner, which was comfortable and offered a great view of the bar. I opted for the english garden cocktail, which was delish. It was on the sweeter side and presented in an elegant glass. They add on a 20% gratuity, like many of the upscale lounge-y bars these days.

I had a great time. We had a reservation and got a wonderful table in a little alcove. DJ played great music. We loved the ceiling and decor. Overall, a fun vibe. Drinks were solid.

The atmosphere is serene and cozy. The servers are attentive and attractive. This place is all about the cocktails. The only food is a cheeseboard, but that's all they need.

Music was blasting you couldn't hear anything. Waiter brought us our first round and then forgot about us, had to go to the bar multiple times to order instead of through her. Drinks were just ok

Amazing ambiance, service was solid, followed by amazing crafted cocktails. Highly recommend this bar for an evening or night out!

The staff and owner was so very friendly, accommodating and attentive. The drinks are not cheap but so very much worth the price. It is a great place for pregame or winding down . It beautifully designed.

The ambiance is nice. The music is great and the staff is friendly and Jay at the front door welcomed us at the entrance and was so inviting to check the place out. The drinks were good and again the vibes were very nice. Highly recommend.

As a resident of the building that De Fortune sits in I'm appalled by the way they've decided to conduct business in Regent Square. As excited as I was for this place to open, it's CLEAR they are focused on only a certain demographic enjoying the establishment and discriminating against "certain" folks. (If you catch my drift). For instance my friend and I were going to stop in for a quick drink and because he had on sneakers he was made to go elsewhere (Georgia James - which is actually more upscale) meanwhile someone else who was a non-person of color came in with sneakers and was allowed in. To make matters worse the owners are also of color! I have had no problem myself getting into this establishment FYI buttttt... I will say that the owner only spoke to my friend and I when we ordered a bottle of Caymus (for context - there were maybe 10 people in there and he could've spoken to/checked on all of us). The bartender was not nice nor accommodating when we sat down. When we first arrived we ordered Caymus by the glass - $25-30 per glass - first he did not he serve us a fresh glass of Caymus until we told him it wasn't fresh, then when he finally opened a new bottled he gave me a very small pour and my friend had more than me, I asked him if he could fill mine up to where he filled my friends and instead of obliging he looked at me as if I was speaking a different language. Because of this we ended up saying F it and ordering the bottle. The glassware is cheap, not that of a luxury establishment with pricey cocktails. The drinks were okay. You're better off going down the road to Melrose or Clarkwood. The ambiance and decor was nice but it felt very copy and paste to what's already existing in Houston. Do better! We know what it means when you put a sign in front of the door displaying the "dress code". Also it's not very welcoming to have the doors shut to the public during business hours with no door man.

Service was amazing, ambiance is a vibe, perfect music, and the toilets are so cool! They flush so fast. It's satisfying I timed the flush at 0.8 seconds. I feel like I'm on a commercial airliner. Very clean lavatory's 10/10