Meridian

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(713) 778-9300

1503 Chartres St
Houston, TX 77003 29.7478 -95.3595

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Meridan Night Club

Last updated 7.24.09

What People Are Saying About Meridian

The Editor

Joshua Hinsdale

Citysearch

In Short – This much-needed addition to the Houston live-music scene is located in a prime section of downtown, just across from the convention center. Divided into three areas, Meridian's main warehouse-style room houses the stage, capacity for close to 1,000, and a stellar sound system. A smaller lounge, known as the Red Room, exudes Middle Eastern charm with curtained divans, pillows and dim lighting. The smaller VIP room is cozy for conversation. Pool tables and video games help pass time between bands.

User Reviews (14)

11/09/09

Disappointment

by Official Big Picture at Citysearch

I went to see John Lee Hooker, Jr. recently. I was really disappointed. Tried to hit me up for $5 for parking but I parked on the street and felt as if my car was as safe as in the paid parking lot. The show was advertised as starting at 8pm but didn't start nearly 11 pm. I realized right away the accoustics were bad. It was like being in giant box without any insulation. The sound guy didn't have a clue and allowed the band to overpower Hookers vocals. I guess he thought playing with the smoke machine made up for lacking in everything else. There was also another set of head banger bands playing and they bled over into the room where JLH was playing. I'm guessing he didn't realize what the place was like or wouldn't have allowed the booking. As far as pros....I didn't really find any except the beer was cold. I had to fill out the rating before I could publish this. WIsh there was a negative rating because I don't feel right even giving them one star.

Pros: Honestly didn't find any.
Cons: Bad accoustics, no seating, didn't start on time

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12/31/08

Mixed Drink Ripoff

by Stickylollipop at Citysearch

This place is a joke for mixed drinks or even beers for that matter. If you want to spend way too much money for a 6 ounce plastic cup filled to the brim w/ ice & hardly any alcohol content, this is your place. A "can" of Heineken is $5.00, no bottles available.. I felt like a giant sucking machine was connected to my wallet in order for me and my crew to cop a buzz. Don't do it man, party before the show someplace else or sneak in your flask because its an insult to pay so much for a plastic freakin cup filled w/ ice!

Pros: Good Sound Quality
Cons: Overpriced Drinks, No Ambiance

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10/02/08

good music venue

by demilieu at Citysearch

i like the meridian. i'm not sure i like the idea of two venues in one, each with a seperate cover, though. having said this, the place is large enough for dancing and is professionally run. as others note, the toilet rooms are relatively new and clean. the main draw of the meridian's concert and dance hall is obviously the entertainment they book. i've not been to the 'other' lounge-like venue yet. parking is $5 at nearby lots where owners have found a secondary means of generating income from their strip center. event tickets are available at the door before the show or on-line through ticketmaster, but there's an added $6 charge. the 2 bars inside the concert hall are okay, but i would have liked to check out the other lounge to take a break from the live bands and possibly meet some people. after all, people don't come to concerts to meet other people, they come to hear and see the act.

Pros: good acts, professionally run, clean
Cons: lounge and dance hall each have seperate covers

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The Details on Meridian

Know Before You Go:

The box office is open Monday, Wednesday, Friday and the day of the show from noon until 6pm.

The Extras:

Rent the Meridian for your next private party, corporate function or concert event. The three rooms can be rented seperately or together for larger events. Call for rates.