Jose L.
Yelp
Hollywood decadence and Art Deco meets Southern hospitality and Houston modern flair.
I may not have made it to be an A-List Hollywood actor, but visiting Plume made me feel like I did.
I haven't had this much fun from a first visit to anywhere.
When I say run, I mean shower, throw on your business casual or dress to impress garments and arrive safely in style!
Great for groups, date night or solo wanderer.
I was only staying for one drink, but below you'll determine what happened as I became the main character, made new friends, while enjoying the night and having a great time.
Ambiance: 5/5
With its elevated Hollywood decadence mixed with southern hospitality, this place makes you feel like the movie star of your story.
With complimentary valet available, who doesn't enjoy that? (Recommendation, bring cash to tip the valet, they definitely earned it.)
Dress code is business casual. Sorry but leave the flip flops and athletic wear at home.
I haven't even gotten inside and I am already feeling like a star.
Upon entering, you are immersed in the sights of regal and opulence with this nights musical vibes that seemed to come off my (EDM) playlist which of course I thoroughly enjoyed!
I also might have Shazamed a couple of songs to add to my list. Thanks.
I got to sit at my favorite part of the bar, the corner but also at the main entry. I got to see and experience it all. I was definitely meant to stop in this day.
They also have a small outdoor area at the entry with cocktail tables and minimal seating if you need to step away from all the fun for a bit.
Also recommend making reservations if you're wanting a table, as it can get busy and also makes the visit seamless and like you're on the red carpet.
Service/Food: 5/5
I didn't have food, though they do offer it and also have brunch, which I'll have to return for.
This visit was solely bespoke drinks by libations experts Joel, Kiana and Alex. The three of them went above and beyond to make sure my experience was 10's across the board.
They refilled my water regularly and remembered my name. When I stepped away to the water closet, they placed a napkin on my drink.
Below are the few drinks I tried and each one was curated to indulge the taste buds and leave you wanting more.
Balanced and full of flavor for each cocktail as they were artisanally crafted.
Clover Club - a simple, yet sophisticated gin based drink, while I'm usually not a fan of egg white, you don't taste the egg the raspberry syrup and lemon pair so well you finish and got a shot of protein.
See mom, I may drink, but also get my protein in!
Old Fashioned - my usual go to and favorite, good old friend, old fashioned. Balanced flavor with rye whiskey, good if you like whiskey and can't decide on their vast cocktail offerings.
Espresso Martini - when you need a pick me up from having worked hard or just enjoy a boozy espresso, can never go wrong with this.
Rich & Dirty - fancy vodka martini, I probably could've asked to use gin, but left it as the menu had it. And it has blue cheese olives, very fancy and delicious!
Fall N' Apple - my favorite season (autumn) in a glass with my favorite spirit, gin! I want more!
Eastsider - I don't believe it's on the menu, I've never had one, but spirits architect, Joel, graciously made me one and that drink was like summer in a glass. Keeping with my gin libation love, it was refreshing and just rounded out how well the fine cocktail curators at Plume know their stuff.
Thank you!
To finish the night, the manager, Chris, was walking around interacting with everyone. Got to talk to him for a bit and appreciated him and his staff for making my experience at Plume unforgettable. So much so, I'm ready to return and maybe become a regular to what I believe is truly an exceptional cocktail lounge.