Lounge 31

Went on Monday night. Ordered a drink, lobster bisque, chopped salad and a roll. I love the flavor of the foods and drink. They're delicious. A little pricey but it's in Highland Village so it's normal.

I promiseee that Promise was the best bartender ive had in a while! Gave me a good choice on a drink! The Mexican Marilyn was top tier!!! If Promise is there definitely stop by for a drink and enjoy time with loved ones!

Lounge 31 is a great spot — definitely worth the hype. The line can take a while, but that’s expected for such an intimate place with plenty of big-money regulars. The door guy does a great job keeping things moving and making friendly banter while you wait — his job isn’t easy, but he handles it well. Once inside, it can be tough to snag a table on a Saturday night, but we had a great time at the bar. JR made one of the best espresso martinis I’ve ever had. The drinks are fairly priced, especially for Highland Park. On our way out, we chatted with one of the managers, Arturo, who was super personable and knowledgeable about the Dallas nightlife scene. He recommended Regines as our next stop — and it was the perfect way to end the night. We’ll definitely be back!

Loved the vibe of this place! My girlfriends and I recently decided to have a night out here and were impressed by the overall atmosphere. Moderately priced drinks and a great place to socialize without it being too rowdy. We were skeptical based on the reviews but the staff had exceptional customer service and were so helpful considering it was our first time here. The line was rowdy when we got there but the security staff handled it so well and with ease. Since it’s a smaller upscale bar they do tend to have longer wait times so that is something to take into account when you go here.

Extremely disappointing experience. My coworkers and I were visiting from out of town and stopped by Lounge 31 after dinner in Highland Village, just looking to enjoy a final glass of wine. The vibe seemed great from outside — upbeat music and a lively atmosphere. But once we sat down in the bar area, things took a strange turn. After being served water, we were told — completely out of nowhere — that only one of us would be allowed to order a drink. When we asked why, the server told us we had “already had too much to drink,” which couldn’t have been further from the truth. We each had one drink with dinner. Apparently, they assumed we were over-served because we were laughing. Not being loud, not bothering anyone — just laughing like normal human beings. When we pushed for clarification, the staff doubled down with a condescending, “We’re experienced enough to know.” What kind of policy is that? We were treated with zero professionalism or courtesy. Instead of a welcoming lounge, it felt like we were being judged the second we walked in. Completely inappropriate, especially for a place that positions itself as upscale. We left feeling uncomfortable and honestly embarrassed — not because of our behavior, but because of how we were treated. Will never return and wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone visiting Dallas.

We had to wait in a line but will worth it. Love the food and service. The GM Sara came by to make sure all was good. I told here Jay was the best. Can’t wait to go back. We stayed until Close. And then they said to go to Regines. Another home run. Love this place

Lounge 31 has a lot of potential, but my recent experience left me feeling a bit frustrated. The drinks were undeniably good, and the atmosphere has a lot of energy, but the organization was lacking. I ended up waiting nearly an hour to get in, and during that time, it felt like everyone was just trying to sneak past the line. The crowd was overwhelming, making it difficult to fully enjoy the space. If you’re looking for a lively spot with great cocktails, Lounge 31 delivers. However, be prepared for long waits and a crowded environment. A little more organization would go a long way in improving the overall experience.

Had never been here before, but really enjoyed it. Specially came since the Google listing notes "happy hour" which is amazing for Highland Park Village. Apparently it was too good to be true because they do NOT have one. I even tried to call before to verify and no one answered. No worries though. We still enjoyed it, but feel the description needs to be updated.

Lounge 31 was a unique and refreshing atmosphere! I absolutely loved the fresh sushi and drinks. I went during one of their busier times and wasnt sure I'd find a place to sit. However, Brett with the security team walked me in and helped me find a spot within minutes. Customer service was impeccable! I'll def be back.

We stumbled in without a reservation on a Friday. We thought we scored a high top table in a quiet corner of the lounge only to find ourselves neglected for most of the evening. One person in our party asked the waitress for a drink recommendation only to be brought out a totally different drink that did not live up to the hype. We ordered several appetizers and a few sushi rolls. We contemplated dessert at one point but were convinced otherwise when one roll never made it to our table & it took several minutes after we were done with our meal for our waitress to check in with us again. We ultimately decided to just ask for our check and to our surprise, some of the things we ordered were never noted on the bill-- great, but what a bummer of an experience for our first time. Whatever food made it out to our table was good and it came out in a timely fashion. Ambiance seemed to have more of a "clubish" feel with a DJ set up in a corner and the scene becoming more lively as the night went on. I've read a lot of other reviews for this business that have confirmed my doubts. It seems like Lounge 31 has potential to return to what it once was. Perhaps giving it another chance in the future may bring promising new perspective.

I love lounge and bistro 31 the burger is in my opinion one of the best in Dallas. It's definitely in my rotation for regular spots. Lounge is great because of the ambiance and the sushi menu. At night there is a live DJ which keeps the atmosphere fun. The close early tho which is disappointing

Cocktails for the lounge is how it works best. Servers enjoy wearing short outfits. Light and easy bites to eat. Dj usually playing tunes. Everyone social and interactive. Good vibes overall.

We had one of the worst experiences we've ever had at a bar or restaurant. My friends and I were turned away at the door without reason, and the staff member working the entrance spoke to us in a completely inappropriate and unprofessional way. He made personal comments about two people in our group that were rude, uncalled for, and honestly shocking coming from someone representing a business. We had only had one drink before arriving, but he claimed we were "over-served" simply because we were laughing. Instead of handling the situation professionally, he chose to make personal remarks that left one of my friends in tears. I've been coming here for years, but this interaction changed everything. If this is the type of behavior the door staff is allowed to have toward guests, it's extremely concerning. I hope management addresses this, because we were genuinely excited for a fun night and left feeling humiliated instead.

This place racist af. Avoid at all cost until the male manager is fired. I don't think it's right to treat not only your employees rudely but the customers? Paying customers? I don't know who he thinks he is, but he don't own nothing.

Went on Monday night. Ordered a drink, lobster bisque, chopped salad and a roll. I love the flavor of the foods and drink. They're delicious. A little pricey but it's in Highland Village so it's normal

The best place to watch sports go shopping & eat the best brunch lunch or dinner!! You meet the best people of Dallas! Hot spot!!

Lounge 31 used to be a gem in Highland Park -- upscale, social, and worth the occasional splurge. Sadly, those days are gone. It's devolved into a shallow scene pandering to sugar daddies and self-important "30,000 dollar millionaires" flashing debit cards and borrowed clout. And while that might sound like a joke, our recent experience proves it's now the entire business model. Let me be clear: I wouldn't recommend Lounge 31 to anyone -- not a friend, not a stranger, not even someone I dislike. It's not just the decline in quality; it's the open disdain for genuine, paying customers. My fiancée and I arrived early in the evening when the place was noticeably slow. Roughly 80% of the tables sat empty -- most with reserved signs, despite a lack of actual guests. When we asked about the wait time, we were told 45 minutes. That was frustrating, but we stayed optimistic and moved to the bar. The only bright spot? The bartenders -- incredibly attentive and professional, a dying breed in a place now overrun by bottle service posturing and bad attitudes. After enjoying our drinks, we noticed a nearby table that had been sitting empty for several minutes -- no drinks, no reserved sign, no indication of activity. We sat down, and after about five minutes, a waitress approached us and said the table was reserved and that we'd need to speak to a manager if we wanted to sit there. Her excuse? "We didn't get a chance to put a reserved sign on it yet." That's your system? Tables without signage, left empty, are still off-limits -- based on what, exactly? Meanwhile, another group -- two couples -- had seated themselves at a similarly unmarked, empty table and were left alone. When we pointed this out, the waitress shrugged and said, "I'll speak to them too." Unsurprisingly, she never did. At that point, we asked to speak with a manager -- and were met with Issac. Smug, dismissive, and dripping with condescension, he acted less like a hospitality professional and more like a bouncer with a superiority complex. I calmly explained the situation, only for him to interrupt and say, "Do you know that for a fact?" Yes, Issac -- I saw it with my own eyes. He then smugly added, "I'm the guy who gets you the table. You want a table? You come to me. I decide." We left immediately after that encounter. The table we had briefly occupied? Still empty. The couples we pointed out? Still seated. Nothing changed -- except our willingness to ever give this place another dollar. Lounge 31 no longer values fairness, hospitality, or actual paying guests. They chase clout and cater to a shallow crowd, and their management leads with ego instead of service. To the owners: if you're reading this -- and you should be -- you've lost control of your brand. And to Issac and team: when arrogance replaces hospitality, the downfall is only a matter of time. There are too many outstanding venues in Dallas that actually respect their guests. Go to one of those. Lounge 31 isn't worth your money, your time, or your dignity.

I'm incredibly disappointed with how me and my friends (three Black women) were treated at Lance 31. We arrived and were told there would be a 20-minute wait because the place was full. Fair enough -- we waited patiently. But as we stood there, we saw tons of people leaving the bar. Then people who arrived after us started being let in. When I asked the security what was going on, he told me those people had reservations. That didn't sit right with me, but we continued to wait. About 40 minutes later, I asked again, and the story changed , now he said they were "only taking reservations." That might've made sense, if we hadn't seen multiple people walk up and get in without ever mentioning a reservation. To be sure, my (white) husband and his three friends who were at monkey bar at first having guy time decided to test the situation. They walked up, asked for a table no reservation and were immediately let inside. No questions. No delay. That confirmed what I was already feeling: we were being racially profiled and treated unfairly. This experience was not just disappointing, it was hurtful and completely unacceptable. I'm sharing this so others are aware, and I hope the management at Lounge 31 takes a serious look at the behavior of their staff. No one should be treated differently because of the color of their skin.

Went to Lounge 31 with a group of ladies for the first time yesterday for drinks after a late brunch. We walked upstairs and saw it was busy -- looked like a great vibe until we had an interaction with the manager, whose name is Sara. Honestly it felt more like Rikers Island than a lounge on a chill Sunday. She repeatedly shouted "Get up, get up!" after a couple of us sat at a reserved table. Yes, we understood it was reserved -- but the place was packed, and there was literally nowhere else to stand while we waited for our drinks. Her attitude was unnecessarily nasty, and shouting at grown women like that is completely unacceptable. We eventually found a spot on the other side where we could enjoy ourselves. The bartender and rest of the staff were much nicer, thankfully. But we definitely won't be back. There are plenty of other places to enjoy and spend money at -- and we love doing that, just not at places that make women feel disrespected. If the space is that crowded, maybe don't let more people upstairs. We would've been totally fine being told it was at capacity -- much better than being yelled at by a subpar manager.

Absolutely the worst experience of our entire Dallas trip. My coworkers and I (all professionals visiting from out of town) had just finished dinner in Highland Village and were walking around looking for a quiet spot to enjoy one last glass of wine before heading back to our hotel. We stumbled upon Lounge 31 -- the music outside was upbeat, the vibe seemed good, so we walked in and took a seat in the bar area. Big mistake. After being greeted and served water, we asked to order drinks -- nothing wild, just wine. That's when it took a turn. The server abruptly told us only ONE of us could order and the rest would not be served because, according to them, we had "too much to drink already." Huh? We were stunned. We had a single drink with dinner. That's it. When we asked what made them assume otherwise, we were told -- with full condescension -- that we were "laughing too loud" and they were "experienced enough" to know when someone has had too much. Are you serious? Laughing = intoxicated? That's a reach -- and a terrible way to treat paying guests. We weren't disruptive. We weren't slurring. We weren't stumbling in off the street. We were a group of out-of-town professionals trying to end our evening on a high note, and instead, we were judged, dismissed, and embarrassed for... enjoying ourselves? The staff was rude, unprofessional, and clearly uninterested in hospitality. If you're looking for a pretentious lounge where the staff plays bartender, bouncer, and judge all at once -- this is the spot for you. Otherwise, skip it. There are plenty of places in Dallas that actually value their guests. This is NOT one of them. And yes -- I will be taking this further.

Lounge 31 is one of my go-to spots for a fun dinner with friends. Definitely gets busy so keep that in mind before arriving as you may have to wait for a little - but definitely worth the wait. Great place to meet new friends. Ambiance: Very lively during dinner time on the weekends. A DJ will usually be playing well-liked versatile music that may get you up and dancing around the dinner table. Lovely elevated decor and more intimate feel as tables are not too far apart from each other. I rate the ambiance 9.7/10. Food: Everything I have ordered so far has been tasty! Definitely recommend the J.R. roll - this is my favorite- and you must try the espresso martinis here. Their espresso martinis truly are the best I have ever had and I often go to lounge 31 just for their version of this drink! I rate the food 9.4/10. Service: It gets pretty busy in there but waitresses are usually attentive. I rate the service 9.2/10. Lounge 31 is a fun place to go with friends. Their sushi is delicious and they have yummy cocktails. Keep in mind you may have to wait for a table but definitely recommend going on a Thursday or Friday night to experience the great music. Overall rating = 9.4/10

We were trying to go to Monkey Bar and my friends were very rudely attacked by some bouncer that was outside of the elevator assuming we were going to Lounge 31. He assumed we were somehow going to the packed Lounge 31 (which, no thank you) and verbally attacked us for "not listening" and for not knowing where we were going. I won't ever recommend Lounge 31, especially if they employ such rude, disrespectful, and physically abrasive people.

First class... The food, the drinks, the ambiance, the service, the music...wow! I've been quite a few times and it never disappoints. Yesterday was my first time eating dinner at a birthday and loved it. Had the wagyu sliders, the lobster tacos and the lounge 31 roll. All very tasty! For drinks, the chanel #31, delicious. Pricing is according to what you get... Location, quality food, style and a classy crowd.

Love this place. Amazing team and environment. Great place to grab a bite, grab a drink, or simply meet new people. 10/10 recommend.

First off, my server was phenomenal! I believe her name is Robin (please forgive me if I spelled it wrong) The SMU sushi roll was probably one of the best I've ever had in my entire life! The ambience was amazing. I love the servers dress code and also Bartenders dress extremely well. I will definitely be coming back. It's a lot of people with money that go here.

Love lounge 31! It is excellent spot for brunch and late night drinks! Very nice lounge, good variety of sushi, fresh food and great drinks! They have such yummy Espresso Martini that is real deal. If you're looking for fresh & actually Espresso Martini this is the place! The service is always on point and attentive as well. Dj usually thru Thursday-Sunday Awesome drinks Food is excellent Nice service & atmosphere

Always a solid choice with great food and service. It does get a little too crowded for me over the weekend...but still a great atmosphere.

Came here for the first time last week and the food was great! Had the wagyu burger sliders and the chicken/vegetables pot stickers which 10/10000 recommend again!! We had our own little section which I'm glad we did cause it was packed by the time we left. If you want a good table before it gets busy, recommend to go before 6pm, anything after will be more of a vibrant atmosphere!

Disappointed! I call to make a reservation and when I get there I'm told I don't have one and it's probably at bistro 31. It was, however when I called I was not informed which restaurant I'm making a reservation at as they have the same phone number. I recommend either getting different phone numbers or make sure the host specifies which place I'm making a reservation for.

Nice ambiance and great drinks. Stopped by after visiting Le Labo. Customer service was phenomenal. This was a superb spur movement. Highly recommend

Just had drinks on a a Friday night. What a fun vibe. A great DJ played awesome music. Great selection of wines and drinks. The waitress was great. Will be back. Had a fun time.

Try to make a reservation, but couldn't. You have to make a reservation on the phone. Which is no help, if they don't answer their phone. They really need to use Yelp, Resy or outdoor for reservation. Walk in are welcome. I came here because IG the channel drink is amazing. No doubt about it is. Perfect place to get a light drink here. Got some sushi, wasn't the best. Wish they could have done more. My new fave drink Chanel No.31! Peach Infused Vodka, Pineapple juice, Lemon juice, Simple Syrup, topped with Champagne. Cheers to you and the world.

Do not expect to get into the bar on a weekend evening unless you know the bouncer or a staff member. The favoritism is obvious and disrespectful. As potential new patrons, we were disappointed and will not be back.

Came for dinner and loved everything. Crispy Salmon Rice and Butterfly Kiss we're our favorites. Love the crab wontons and chicken and veggie potstickers as well. Everything was delicious! Service is always impecable! Love this place!

Lounge 31 is the place to be! We love Sarah & Isaac!!! Maggie the new manager is a doll. Best bartenders & sushi in town. All the servers are so sweet. Lounge 31 is a gem.

This is a cute restaurant in the Highland Park village. Parking can get a bit tight in the evenings/ weekends but you can valet. The lounge is 21+ I beleive because you have to show your ID to get in but it is such a cute restaurant/bar. They do have a DJ come out around 9pm on the weekends and a lot of young professionals come here. My friend ordered us calamari and 3 sushi rolls which was perfect for us. The calamari was overcooked and flavorless which was such a bummer. We didn't eat all of it but the california and the other rolls we got were fresh and delicious. Our waitress looked so uncomfortable I felt really sad for her. Not sure what was going on there but overall I had a great time and the food was delicious. I'd definitely want to come back during the day though.

Guy named Isaac called my friend a slur in the line. Incredibly unprofessional from that guy, couldn't even believe it.

I love it here! This place makes you feel like you're family from moment you walk in. Have been here only a couple times, but the GM Sarah remembers me every time and greets us with a smile and a hug. She's so accommodating and friendly, that on top of the amazing food and drinks, makes this place a 10 out of 10.

yummy cocktails plus great service, can't go wrong! we came for after dinner drinks one night, honestly one of my favorite patios in dallas.

Waited in like for over 30 minutes after being told we would have a 5 minute wait. People kept cutting in front of us saying they had "just stepped outside" which was apparently some code to get back in quickly. Wish we knew about this code! Decorations were insanely tacky. Ended up going to monkey bar and having a much better time

I had a nice business lunch at the main dining room at Lounge 31. This main dining room is more of a white table cloth formal dining than a lounge. It was a great meal nevertheless. The atmosphere and service was excellent and fit in with what one would expect at a Highland Park Village establishment. This is a good place for a business lunch but I also saw a lot of older neighborhood diners.

Sushi and drinks are good. Ambiance is fun, loud, and chic. Service can be a bit slow on the weekends but that's because there's a lot of people.

Overall lounge 31 has a great ambiance! However the service and drinks are very below par for the price. Bartenders are more busy speaking with staff then taking orders. Overall patrons seemed annoyed with the aloof staff who could not get a vodka soda right. If you are here early I recommend but if the bar has more than 10 people your service will be significantly delayed.

Go and enjoy your time at lounge 31 but bring cash. Do not trust these people with your debit card or expect management to accommodate your inconveniences after they lose it. My wife and I brought 15 of our friends here to celebrate her birthday. After purchasing 2 bottles of champagne (on a different card) and bringing plenty of business to Lounge 31 to spend money, I was left without my debit card. Management was insistent on blaming me for their mistake instead of working to maintain my customer satisfaction. I understand that mistakes happen and things go missing but it would have been nice to have received a more apologetic response from management, instead of one that was accusatory.

Dress for success will be needed if you want to have lunch here. We have Europe style of food in the middle of Dallas, go figure. Very exclusive dishes including escargot.

The Drinks were delicious with the Chanel 31, to the Espresso Martini, & the Lounge Spritz. The hamachi crudo was one of the best sashimi plates I've had. The Lounge 31 roll was very flavorful ( any roll with lemon zest usually is). The Eggs Benedict was amazing as well & done right.

Espresso Martini is a solid 9/10. Great atmosphere, ambiance and service. Definitely a great spot for a girls night, date night or even a spontaneous drop-in. Will be back for a martini very soon!

I only go during the off times because it's a more of a club scene at night. I love the crisp rice (salmon) and lounge 31 roll. The have the best French 75 outside of Honor bar If going for dinner be prepared. Dress nice and if it's a weekend there's a door guy so there may be a line or you may need reservations to get in

Was roofied here with GHB, from a drink that came directly from the server. I was out cold after 3 sips, and probably wouldn't be alive if I had finished it. Please be careful who you order from, and only order your drinks directly from the bar.

Congratulations to this place for taking the number one spot of worst service of all time. My friends & I weren't greeted for 20 mins after sitting down. It then took another 20 mins to get our drinks. We were still willing to stay as at this point we had memorized the entire food menu. We then saw our waitress (Gaby) and asked her what was taking so long. Gaby said she had walked by our table many times and it was our responsibility to tag her down to let her know we were ready to order. We were hit with so much attitude we decided to leave and eat elsewhere. Will never return here again unless I want to wait an hour plus to put my food order in.

Love the tuna tower and crispy rice apps! Very good sushi. Ambiance can be quite messy and loud! They normally have a DJ at night and it can get crowded!!

Food: 4.5/5 Service: 4/5 Atmosphere: 4/5 Value: 3.5/5 -------- We came here for their happy hour, which features half off rolls and some of the appetizers. We split many of the rolls and were able to try most of them, and there are some true gems! I love the Rainbow and the Lounge 31 in particular (if you take the lemon off of the top). I'd say that in terms of quantity and pricing, this place is comparable to Top Knot's happy hour, but I'd choose Lounge 31 every time because of the quality of the rolls. The sushi bar is really small though, so wait time can be long, but the lounge area is small in general, so there weren't too many people when we went. It's in the middle of the Highland Park Village, so the atmosphere is great, and it'd be a wonderful place to unwind after some shopping. The vibe is up front very sexy trendy hip, so it can be a little overwhelming, especially compared to the bistro below, but if you can look past that, it overall has a very dressy casual, relaxed vibe that would be a great place to check out with friends from out of town or after work happy hour.

I am confused as to why the bouncer says you need to make reservations but the website says "Lounge 31 does not take reservations. Our reservations are based off a first come first serve basis, however when I was there I wanted to go to the lounge area and they said I could not get in because I needed reservations, so how are you supposed to get in if they don't take reservations, this is extremely confusing and unprofessional. I would like an explanation or the exact email or phone number to make a reservation with!!!!!

A beautiful lounge to unwind in! Festive, cozy, and romantic! Most definitely a place I can have a few glasses of champagne, artisan cocktails and nibbles of sushi for hours with friends! Feeling totally comfortable, come casual or dressy! Applause, applause to our server Gaby on this Friday evening! With a constant smile, she weaved through the crowded room all evening with ease, checking for refills of our table's drinks, the refreshing Strawberry Aperol Spritzer and delicious French 31, and removing our emptied plates! As for the food, well ... , every dish was well presented and fresh tasting! Their oysters in the half shell were juicy and sweet, but bits of shells were found in them - not happy with that! The lobster tacos and dragon roll were fine! Yet, their TUNA TOWER is a nibble I'll come back for over and over again - loved it! Cheers!

This place is delicious! It's tucked away on top of Bistro 31, so it can be a little hard to find, but look for the big "31" for Bistro 31, and you go up the stairs to the yellow awning. We went during happy hour (which is Mon-Sat at 4-7pm and all day Sun). I love their happy hour because they have appetizers and sushi on their HH menu! Sadly, they don't have drinks, but the drinks are worth it even at full price! They've got interesting cocktails - I got 31st Century. I was a bit unsure of how it would taste because I generally don't enjoy egg whites in my drink, but it actually tasted very refreshing and fruity, just how I like my drinks. I also tried a bit of the jalapeno peach mule and private jet - I didn't like PJ so much, but that's because I don't like whiskey. The jalapeno peach mule was very good - I liked the lil kick of spiciness; it keeps you on your toes! For small plates, we got the Lounge 31 sushi, wagyu beef tataki, and salmon sashimi. All of it was really good, and my favorite was the beef tataki! It was layered on top with some cheese, fried shallots, tomato, and jalapeno, and all of it came together to create a rich, savory taste. The meat was soft and juicy; I loved it! The salmon sashimi was soft and fresh. The Lounge 31 sushi was a typical Asian fusion style sushi - nothing to write home about, but still tasty! Overall, I recommend this place if you want to hang out and chill after work! PS - There is valet parking available in this area. When I visited on a weekday during happy hour, there were still plenty of self-parking spots available.

Came here for a birthday brunch! Lounge 31 is apart of Bistro 31 but located upstairs. It's more chill and has a bar. Along with our lunch we got a bottle of Moët. Food: I had the lobster bolognese- good flavor, but I've had better pasta. My friend got the daily risotto and I liked her dish more! Service: It was our waitresses first day, and she didn't know much.. But she was nice and was able to cut our cake for us! Decor: Nice decor, love the vibe of the restaurant.

Thank you Lounge 31 for a wonderful bridal shower in the champagne room. The sushi was so yummy, and all the food wonderfully prepared. The servers were so friendly and without even asking prepared a guest a gluten free dish. Junior was a great bartend! Selina was an amazing waitress to our whole party.