FAO

We had an incredible experience hosting our 10-year high school reunion at FAO! From start to finish, everything was top-notch. Chrissy, the inquiry coordinator, was an absolute gem—so professional, kind, and helpful. She made the planning process smooth and ensured our group had the perfect space to gather and celebrate. The venue itself is such a vibe—spacious, stylish, and full of energy. The DJ kept the party going all night, the drinks were strong and delicious, and the food hit the spot. Everyone had an amazing time and kept talking about how perfect the location was. Highly recommend FAO for any group event or celebration. Can’t thank the team enough for helping us create such a fun and memorable night!

Huge fan of this place. Great for if you want to go out and have a good time, get some drinks and light bite to eat, but not too crazy and wild like the club where you're annoyed. The space is kind of like a speakeasy in that you have to put in a secret code in order to get access to the building. There's a full service bar with tables all around and two patios. A mix of arcade games, interactive card games, life size jenga & connect fours. They have a decent mocktail selection for the non alcoholics. You can definitely bring a large group here if you're celebrating an occasion, come as a first date, or solo to enjoy yourself. They have some days where you can come for a nice happy hour or depending on your profession(ie servers) they have some themed days where you'll get a discount. Parking is on the street, metered parking or paid lots.

I’ve been to this bar multiple times and always been treated well by the male bartenders. Tonight I was server by the woman with the black hair and biker shorts for the second night. The first time she basically forced us to get a pouch drink because she didn’t want to make a cocktail. I was understanding because I know how tiring the job can be. This time I asked a very specific question about the pour and was told one thing but then I was unhappy with the quality of the drink I asked politely for a new one. She decided to tell me she would make it exactly the same, and that different bartenders poured different measurements (which is not a consistent way to run a business) I then told her I could make it simple and get a refund, she then informed me that it wasn’t possible to refund a closed tab. She was rude and snobby like I was making an insult to her personally when I was simply trying to enjoy my purchase. Thankfully after a lot of back and forth a male manager appeared and was able to resolve the issue with a refund. The art of being a bartender is about more than making a drink. It’s also about being personable and helpful. She failed in all these ways and I know taking my business elsewhere won’t hurt the business in a major way but I hope this review reaches someone who can help alter her interactions with customers. I am offended that she decided to be rude and obnoxious when I was simply asking for some help. I will not patronize this establishment again and I don’t advise anyone else to !

The only issue I have with this place that it's three stories up with no elevator. You gotta walk up the stairs, but when u do get up there it's worth it. I want to go back to try their drink menu because the names were funny for some of their shots. I will say the only place I know where the bathrooms are not gender specific but the stalls r like mini rooms (I respect the balance they tried to find in that instance)

Had to park on the street $1/hr or valet $40 Had to scan a QR code to get in. Elevator was broke had to walk 3 flights of stairs. Had to grab my own menu. 3 books of previous tabs was all over the counter. Drink full of ice. Games are cash or Apple Pay $5 per game. I have more games on my phone than this place!!! Waste of $50!!! Went straight to Cidercade. Will not return

This place is awesome. It has arcades, patio games and even a Sega genesis. You can reserve tables and the drink selection is pretty good. The pizza is so good.

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.

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 !

Each time I come here and it's always at a different time of day the customer service is always on point and friendly. Their drinks are fun, tasty, and hit! I opted to try something new with my favorite liquor so I tried their Hennessy Dragon. It was $16 If you like Hennessy then this is a must to try. Two was my point of stopping lol I came late so food was closed (Friday) and there was a good handful of people there but not too crowd. Good chill vibe and they had a DJ spinning and songs were a good mix of everything. Remember they are cashless and they already add 18% gratuity plus tax. So check your receipt. One of my go to spots with friends or a date night!

First going to this place , Graduation party for my niece and nephew . Ambiance was 10/10 old school games , plenty of seating , games , places to take photos. Our event was catered .Drinks were great , picturesque views of the Houston skyline were breathtaking. Service was amazing , every need was met. The only downside was the elevator was only used for food and a few disabled people.

Open concept Fun drinks Games available Chill vibe Ok DJ Street parking so be prepared to walk

I used to frequent the old version of this spot in my early 20s, when it was known as "3rd Floor". Lots of great memories attending my alumni football watch parties and night out with friends. FAO as it's known today it's more of a trendy bar with a fun arcade vibe. The PAC-Man, hoops, pingpong, skeeball are all great additions to any arcade. The games are reasonably priced and they support credit card/apple pay. There's scattered seating inside and outside on the patio (you get a pretty good view of the hustle and bustle that is midtown. Haven't tried the food here but the drinks can be interesting with some very innovative cocktails. Parking can be challenging as it's valet downstairs for $20+ or street parking. Beware though as the former free street parking rule's now been replaced with the paid parking meter (Make sure you check the meter for guidelines) There's a VIP list for 10% off your tab, they also have a drink specials/happy hours throughout the week. You may need to text to get a code early on in the night but there's a bouncer/doorman if you come later.

Huge fan of this place. Great for if you want to go out and have a good time, get some drinks and light bite to eat, but not too crazy and wild like the club where you're annoyed. The space is kind of like a speakeasy in that you have to put in a secret code in order to get access to the building. There's a full service bar with tables all around and two patios. A mix of arcade games, interactive card games, life size jenga & connect fours. They have a decent mocktail selection for the non alcoholics. You can definitely bring a large group here if you're celebrating an occasion, come as a first date, or solo to enjoy yourself. They have some days where you can come for a nice happy hour or depending on your profession(ie servers) they have some themed days where you'll get a discount. Parking is on the street, metered parking or paid lots.

I did not to have food. Service was non existent, and ambiance was good! It was games and bar!

I came to FAO last spring for a birthday party. I would describe FAO as a smaller, more edgy version of Dave and Busters. You need a code to get into the building, however the night I went, there was a door guy who let me in without putting in the code. There's quite a few games spread throughout the bar. I loved that they had skeeball. You can pay for arcade games using a credit card or Apple Pay. There's also a ton of photo ops. Some are funny (Ronald McDonald with a full grill), some are cool (murals), and others are raunchy (the claw machine filled with sex toys as prizes). Our party was given wristbands which allowed for us to purchase well drinks for $5 until 11 pm. I had one of the specialty drinks called the Ginayyy and it was good. They also have a small food menu consisting of things like popcorn, nachos, and hot dogs. There's plenty of seating both inside and outside on two different balconies. They have quite a few TVs too. Apparently they have a dress code (business casual or "fashionable attire") which is strictly enforced after 9pm on Fridays and Saturdays according to the website (it is Midtown after all). Parking is street or valet. If you are parking on the street, it's free after midnight (unlike downtown). I recommend downloading both the Park Mobile app and the Park Houston app in case you max out your time and need to feed the meter (try it and thank me later). If you sign up for the VIP text list, you can get 10% off your next tab. They also have a Players Club which offers discounts on food and drinks. This is a fun place. I don't frequent Midtown that often, but I would go back if in the area.

Such a fun bar with a ton of activities. If you like card games, video games, or just looking for a chilled back vibe with GREAT music - go here! The drinks have fun names too.

Fun and friendly date night environment for the big kid in you! Drinks are absolutely awesome. Dont get food their unless you like ball park stadium food from high school. But I loved the service too.

Came here on a random Monday night. We had a blast! Defn an adventure for us. It was our first time coming here, so naturally we were lost haha. The building has a sign up front like no trespassing or something like that. So we thought that the business was closed. We took a risk and took the elevator to the 2nd floor and thought it was really closed but it turns out FAO is actually on the 3rd floor. So when you walk in, elevator on the left go to the 3rd floor lol. We got a few drinks, played a few games and enjoyed a nice view. The bartender was super friendly. They have a good selection of games from basketball to life size connect 4. The food selection was also good from pizza to tacos. We had just eaten at Gyu Kaku so we're pretty full. Didn't get a chance to try but will be coming back to try the food.

Really good strong drinks and fun nostalgic games to play. I love the pac man and basketball. Also have table tennis and huge connect four. Great for a date.

Had a great time at FAO, Jeremy was fantastic!! Extremely kind and fun to talk to. He made our night!

Great spot downtown for adult games and drinks! Chrissy was our bartender and she was quite amazing with the drinks and white tea shots (highly recommend)! Great options for games, like hooping, air hockey, pac man and more. Outside views are great with seating and more outdoor games as well. Could be a great spot to meet friends and have a game night!

Perfect lil date night vibe. I'm glad it's 21+ so I don't gotta see no kids the drinks were good. Prices for games weren't bad. I didn't try the food but I know it's probably mid. Edible, at best, when drunk lol. Would come here and play games again.

Definitely visit. This place is a vibe ! And the drinks.... CHEF KISS I had the H-Town Marg, Squirt in My Mouth, and a Honey Religious Water. All three were margaritas. The bartenders were amazing and kind. I had some shots too on Monday with were half prices. Definitely recommend this place. Even if you dont play the many games ( basketball, Jenga, uno, etc) the drinks alone should make you visit!!

I wasn't impressed with this place at all. The initial letdown was the $15 valet parking. There is a very small lot right outside the building. You pay and the valet attendant gets in and literally drives your vehicle to a space that is mere steps away. This should absolutely be self-parking. Then it's like a mystery game to get into the building. You need to have a code to gain access inside. The signage is very confusing and very off putting. Once inside, it was dimly lit and not very inviting. I was hoping for some kind of appetizer and they only thing they had to offer were things of the concession stand variety. The young lady at the bar was great. She was personable, attentive and made good drinks.

Came here for my boyfriend birthday and Levon was the best bartender ever!! Not only was it best service he genuinely cared that for someone being here for the first time and out of town was the best experience!!

Cool place video games private bathrooms , alcohol and people of the opposite sex. What can I say?

I was tapped out on food and drink; rare, but it happens. However, the night was still young and I didn't want to call it quits. What else to do? My buddy mentioned a speakeasy type place nearby and I figured I could rally for a speakeasy. The lobby was nondescript and as we were kind of wondering what to do next the elevator opened letting a group out and we got in right away. We got to the floor and the space was like someone's rec room from back in the day but with a bar. So, it was a Sunday night and there were no sports on so it was relatively quiet. There was one large group but they kept to themselves and the space was large enough that the two of us could basically move about freely and play some games. We played a couple games and managed to leave after that, fun space and if I'm ever back in Houston and looking for a good time that doesn't necessarily require booze I know I can come back here and have a good time.

I am really surprised by this place. Happily surprised! I've always seen it and heard of it, but never actually been. They have a fast drink menu, and all of the drinks that I tasted were really good. I'm not a fan of Hennessy but the Hennessy dragon that they had was amazing! This is a great place for a date night or a group outing I didn't taste the food, but they have a few food items, bar food nothing too fancy. The staff was very nice and the service was quick. I was there on a Friday night from about 7 to 9pm though.

2nd time back at FAO because I told my cousin about how fun this place is. I will always rave about this bar because it will give you everything and more of what a good time consists of. Games, great props to take pictures with, pictures of Betty White, Nintendo, Sega genesis, picture of Betty white flipping the bird, fun drinks..... I can go on.... Did I mention Betty White's pictures are everywhere? I didn't remember what I ordered the first time, but everyone wants the pouch drinks. So I asked for one red and one blue pouch drink. The bartender knows exactly what to make! So good and you can barely taste the alcohol.. which can be for a fun time. Altogether, we had an ending to a great day exploring more of Houston Hotspots. FAO, once again, did not disappoint.. and to be honest.. it never will. Again, highly recommended!

Looking for a place to place some games for adults only! Here it is! Most certainly a place for a fun date, outing with friends! Sit inside or outside and get a great view of Houston! Different specials each day, service is great and attentive to ensuring you have a good time!

Me and my friends came for a girls night!!! It was a super cute place! We got there pretty early and just did the valet that was outside and it was 15$ that day (Friday night). And we just took an elevator upstairs to FAO. We did have to show our IDs to get in. Since we got there a little early in the night there was people there but not a whole lot. As the night continued more people started showing up but it wasn't terrible. They have a lot of cool games that you can play and you can use your phone or a card to pay for the games. Their drinks were very yummy! It is a little bit on the pricier side but if you don't plan on being there long and having a lot of drinks then I don't think it would be an issue. Definitely would love to come back!!

I came here during an event and I was satisfied! I immediately got food and it was concession style but still good, the popcorn was well salted and my chili dog was perfect. The drinks are fun and tasty and ther bartender was very patient and helpful in my decision making. Nothing was too strong and I was able to try multiple shots with new friends. They do have a limited amount of games but I was able to play what I wanted as well as chill and hangout at the seating areas. They have a balcony area but I wasn't able to enjoy it due to the rain and it being wet outside. Overall great spot to go with friends when you don't want to be in the clubs but want to grab drinks and hang with friends

I've came here a few times and I used to have good experiences but this one bartender was exceptionally rude to me. Me and my friends don't drink so we were there just to play some games, maybe drink a few mocktails. The vibe was nice too, good music, everyone happy. We had always requested the bartenders for ping pong paddles whenever we came there and they just obliged with a smile on their face. However, last month when I went there with my friends, we asked the bartender for the paddles and he said "Really? You're not gonna order anything and just play ping pong for free?". Keep in mind we planned to order mocktails later on but he just had to be rude. Then to top it all off, he gave us the worst rackets he had, the ones that were in a bucket with a dildo. The better ones weren't even being used and we had always gotten them from other bartenders but this dude gave us the shittiest time. Also, you have to give them your ID before borrowing the paddles and when we returned the paddles after playing, he didnt return one of my friends his ID. Only reason I'm giving it 2 stars is cuz the other staff is really chill but that guy needs to be replaced or taught etiquettes

It was horrible. My friends and family had planned a surprise party for me and when I say the customer service was horrible. That's an understatement . Wanting to over charge for a shot of Hennessey. Then trying to double charge people for drinks they didn't receive. We packed up the party and went to spend our money somewhere else.. and I'm only giving it a star because I have to in order to post my review

I went here on a first date and had a wonderful time. The bar has an extensive drink menu and the games they have are actually really fun. The bar tender was also really nice and pretty attentive overall. This is a great place to go for just a fun game night with some drinks or a date night.

Went here 10/22/2022 after going to Kamp Houston. We got a Lyft here. The door for entry was locked lucky we saw a staff mbr who showed us how to get entry. Got in and was unsure if we should take the elevator or stairs. Took the elevator. We got there just as they were opening. We all ordered the Beach Bum which is 11.00. It's a premade drink in a pouch. It taste like juice in my opinion. No rum punch. You know how some drinks taste like juice but sneak up on you. We played nearly every game in the building. The basketball game will wear you out. So end there sis. We had photo op in the throne chair towards the front. We played ping pong but had to get the ball from the bartender. This place is a mini Dave and buster. It's as fun as you make it. Go for the games not the drinks.

Better than I expected! So when we first arrived the lobby has an elevator, unfortunately it was out of order so it forced us to take the stairs. No biggie! The excitement is still brewing. Once we arrived at the top of the stairs we were greeted by security who checked our ids and ushered us into the bar. My first thought when I entered the bar was this is every adults dream bar. You have a mixture of arcade games and bomb ass drinks. I ordered two squirt my mouth (with gin) and lemon drop shots (with gin). All were delicious. The only other con is the all gender restroom. I love the idea but it smelled like hot pee. Other than that this is the place for a girls night, date night, or whatever would inspire to play games while you're sipping on a good drink.

Pretty cool place with lots of interactions. Fun drinks I enjoyed the whole concept. ONLY VERY NEGATIVE THING the bathrooms. men and woman restroom combined/shared. kind of uncomfortable but the worst part was men are men. Pee all over the floor and a mess and when I walked out of stall a man brushed past me to use it after me. could here guy gossip and no privacy. just weird. I left after that.

Absolutely love this place!!! Went here for a date night with my fiancée & the tacos & quesadillas were super tasty. Bar service and drinks were fantastic. The music, games & ambiance overall was super cool. Will be returning for sure.

The code to get in did not work, so some guys came down to let us in. Those 2 guys claimed to have been the boss and an employee of the security company hired by the business. They did not leave us alone the entire time we were inside. The "boss" of the security company called someone on facetime who was allegedly famous to try and keep my group interested in talking to him. When we tried to walk away the same "boss" guy grabbed my friend by the arm. Literally no one who worked there did anything. I was not drunk, crazy, or anything simply explaining to that man how you should not touch a woman. The other staff asked me and my friends to "just walk away" We tried. Your security might be the biggest concern for women just trying to chill. Terrible place because of this.

This is hands down my favorite bar in midtown!! 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 have to enter a code. I thought this was strange at first but it's very easy to gain access into the building. Just check their Insta! 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. I was thinking, man this is the best bartender ever! So friendly and welcoming, very knowledgeable. Exactly how I would like to be taken care of in every bar. Little did I know he was the owner! Total shocker because you don't see that in bars and I have so much more and respect. I was very impressed. A whole list of tasty drinks it's so hard to decide which one you want! The bar is also cashless, not a problem since most places don't take cash. I'll most definitely be back. Thank you for taking care of us Don!

This place was super fun. Good place for a date or hanging out with friends. I went for the first time for a friend's birthday and it was pretty good. There's valet parking right next to the venue. It's pretty reasonably priced. ($10). They have a pretty extensive drink menu. It can be overwhelming to look at but I really appreciate the selection. It's a bar so make sure you go not hungry. I made the mistake and wasn't too impressed with the food selection. The only other thing was that in order to play the games you have to swipe your card each time. I didn't really want to do that. They have a variety of seating and games. You won't be bored here. A highlight was the free shot from the bartender.

It's cool for environment but not so for drinks. They cheat the alcohol like bars who are trying to make it. Asked for a double and well it tastes like a quarter. At this time of writing I hadn't drank in almost 3 months.

Good date night experience . Many areas to sit, chill and talk. Pros: Cashless bar Hipster and chill vibe Places for Photo ops TVs Giant Card games Jenga , ping Pong, virtual pong Virtual games Doorman checks IDs Unisex Clean Restrooms Jalapeño ranch salsa was fire Parking on-site (valet) Street Parking also in area Close to other places to venture to Great place for Date Night Cons: 1$ per game ( auto pay 4$ for some games ) Mini food area Areas were left with sitting drink pouches 15$ for small drinks A few games were stalling.

Fun games, but you have to pay for each individual one. There was one really good bartender when we went, so points for that. We left with a bad taste in our mouths though when we were harassed in the parking lot. We got there early and there was a "Self Park" sign pointing to the parking lot, so we parked there. Then as we were leaving a valet attendant yelled at us and followed us to our cars demanding we pay him $15 each. But there were not any signs or cones saying the lot was valet. The signs said self park! We didn't even see a valet stand or any signs pointing to a stand. Anyway, it was super shady and sketch. Not sure if the person was even a real valet attendant.

FAO is so fun. They have a lot of games you can play but they're aren't free. Most are like $1 per play. A great place to go for a date (especially first date) or with a group of friends. They have a balcony and some indoor seating. You need a code to enter the building but you get it by scanning the QR code or by texting the number. Both are on the door.

Bronson, the bartender, was def a big help in choosing drinks. I love the fact that the breweries are local which is refreshing for this area. But anywho the reason why you started to read this review if you like beer def start white the 11 Be Someone Honey Brew... the Stesti is also a houston local brewery... And if you're looking for a cocktail that's going to be sweet enough to start the night offf right but also want to make it home safe drink the PB& J cocktail. It tastes like a PB&J. wild. But yeah def having a good time here. Will I come back? Probably... Find out next time in dragon ball z.

This place was a pretty cool spot. I definitely enjoyed myself and will be back. They have cheap drinks and cheap food. The games are very affordable as well! The games can range from a $1 to $2, if I'm not mistaken. They also have jumbo uno cards, connect four, table tennis and plenty more games for everyone to enjoy.

I've been telling people that this was like an adult Chuck E. Cheese's. Throw back games like Tetris, Mario Carts, skeeball, ping pong, giant Uno cards with "buy her a shot" written on them! We had THE BEST time! And just wait until you see what's inside the claw machine! Thank me later if you win! I drank a spicy pineapple drink, tried the Capri Sun looking drink from the bar, and it was way too sweet. Food options are: tacos, quesadillas, pizza or hot dogs. Definitely wish it was more of a selection but we made do. Lots of things to take pictures with too! Get your content!

Friday night drinking and child hood classics were in the cards for me. After using the access code , your first task is to decide if your going to wait for the elevator or take the stairs (Stairs are quick, no wait). After a quick ride up I entered a dimly lite adult arcade. They offer drinks and even adult capri suns with your favorites liquors along with a few carnival style food options. The place is cash only so be ready to swipe or Apple Pay your night away. I will say the dildo vending machine wasn't fair, the things are too heavy to pick up. I felt like a dick after losing.

Hubby took me here as part of a date night. Great vibes and great photo ops. Drink prices were as expected in downtown. We can from NYC so the prices were decently priced but can definitely understand that it may seem a little high for TX. Mixture of casual and dressy. Loved the different games available to play and so many areas to sit and chill. Fun place for a Daye night or place to hand with friends.

The drinks and quesadilla was really good! The Fun-Tails are definitely alcoholic capri sun's lol We had fun they need to get some new uno cards and Jenga blocks. FYI it's cashless wished I had known that beforehand to adequately prepare.

My first time here was Saturday. I'm the new table tennis (ping pong) champion. Who wants some? Lol. They have a full bar and a lot of games to play: Table Tennis, Basket Ball, Super Nintendo, Ms Pac Man and more. They also serve food. Their pizza and nachos are good. They have great views of the city and free parking on the street. The environment is very laid back, chill, high energy and smiles (good vibes. Will be back soon.

This place is so fun! After my birthday dinner, I continued the festivities at FAO and everyone had a good ass time. This place is just like how it's mentioned on Yelp in the reviews, the games were every where so you are never waiting around to play. We sipped on tequila all night, and I guess everyone was too cause they ran outta that Patron lol. The adult Capri-Suns are just like juice so it may sneak up on you. Secured our first seats on the patio with the Houston skyline, played Big Jenga then moved inside to a big couch that had a table and chairs around. Honestly I really like that all the seats are open to everyone and you don't have to pay for seating. We played Big Uno, Skee Ball ($1/game), Basketball ($1/game) and ended the night on the Ping Pong Table. We had a really great night. We did get around to having a mini photo shoot in front of the Throne and lost a good amount of money on the Adult Toy Claw Machine. My only surprise was the unisex restrooms. Did not expect to see a guy using the stall when I kicked it open because he failed to close the door fully. Go with friends or your man to the restrooms if you feel uncomfortable and knock on all doors even if it looks unoccupied. And know that there is a good chance it's not water on the floor by your feet lol. The DJ was good, could've played a little more variety. But it was good energy all night. Believe the reviews. There is no cover to enter, just go on up to the 3rd floor and have a good time.

Drinks are pretty pricey, cheapest shot is $10. Service and entertainment are amazing. Fun place to drink and play games with friends.

Went here for a UofH Alumni get together on a weekday. Nice vibe, pretty chill with some good drink specials. Parking looks like it can be a bear, so would recommend Ubering. When you get inside, use the elevators to the left, and go to the 3rd floor. Cheers

This was my first here. I was looking for something to do and I came across this bar. I like the games that's here. The bartender was nice and my drink was tasty!