The St. James

Property weighs 7 sub-metrics — atmosphere, location, privacy, parking, luxury, amenities, capacity — each scored 0–10. They roll up into the single 0–100 property score.

Signals come from verified reviews, venue data, and website text. The overall dot on the radar is the average shape across these sub-metrics.

Luxury vibes that don't deliver.

The property scores are a mixed bag, with decent amenities and parking being offset by a cramped capacity and lackluster luxury. It feels like they're trying to be something they're not. If you're looking for a high-end experience, keep looking.

Service weighs 7 sub-metrics — door, bar, speed, respect, safety, clean, value — each scored 0–10. They roll up into the single 0–100 service score.

Signals come from verified reviews, venue data, and website text. The overall dot on the radar is the average shape across these sub-metrics.

Friendly staff can't save the mediocrity.

The staff is friendly and respectful, but the service is slow and the value is questionable. It's like they're trying to make up for the lack of quality with quantity. If you're looking for a hassle-free experience, this might not be the place.

Food weighs 7 sub-metrics — quality, price, drinks, bottles, luxury, cigar, value — each scored 0–10. They roll up into the single 0–100 food score.

Signals come from verified reviews, venue data, and website text. The overall dot on the radar is the average shape across these sub-metrics.

Overpriced drinks and decent food, but that's not enough.

The food is decent, but the prices are outrageous. The drinks are even worse, with a terrible selection and sky-high prices. If you're a foodie, you might find something to like, but don't expect to be blown away. And don't even get me started on the cigar and hookah selection.

Performers weighs 6 sub-metrics — talent, style, interact, pro, vip, dance — each scored 0–10. They roll up into the single 0–100 performers score.

Signals come from verified reviews, venue data, and website text. The overall dot on the radar is the average shape across these sub-metrics.

Talented dancers in a forgettable setting.

The dancers are talented, but the setting feels forgettable. The appearance style is unremarkable, and the interaction with the performers is lackluster. If you're looking for a wild night, you might find something to like, but it's not going to be a memorable experience.

Each point on the radar is a dimension scored 0–100, weighted by how much it shapes a night out. Balanced shapes mean well-rounded clubs; spikes mean a venue excels at one thing but not others.

Tap any dimension's own info icon to see which sub-metrics feed into it.

All-around disaster.

The St. James is a mess, with nothing that stands out. The low scores across the board suggest a lack of attention to detail. Unless you're desperate, there are better options in Houston.

SW Score is a weighted composite across four dimensions — property, service, food, and performers — measured across 27 sub-metrics and a separate value score.

Sub-metric signals are pulled from verified reviews, venue data, and website text. Each dimension rolls up into a 0-100 score, which feeds the weighted overall.

How to read the shape: a balanced radar means a well-rounded club. A spiked shape means it excels at one thing and not others. Tap any dimension below for its full breakdown.