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1. Le Jardinier - Houston
4.8
Exceptional(229)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • Heights / Washington
Booked 8 times today
Michelin-starred Le Jardinier is a unique and refined restaurant from Michelin-starred Chef Alain Verzeroli located in The Museum of Fine Arts Houston.Rooted in timeless French approach, Chef Verzeroli has created a menu where plants play a prominent role: seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs, and greens are complemented by wild and sustainable fish with local Texas meats. All our breads are gluten-free and baked in house.Le Jardinier's light-filled space will evoke a feeling of relaxed-luxury and incorporate custom art pieces with outdoor dining set within an Isamu Noguchi-designed sculpture garden. In 2024, Le Jardinier was awarded one Michelin Star at Texas' Inaugural Michelin Guide.
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2. Ouisie's Table
4.8
Exceptional(4842)
Price: Moderate
• American • Galleria / Uptown
Booked 29 times today
Known by generations for her hospitality, proprietress Elouise Adams Jones, a.k.a. Ouisie, serves an eclectic collection of Southern foods with an excellent wine list to match. High ceilings and fans in the main dining room it evoke the ambiance of a Texas manor house. The adjacent dining porch overlooking the patio and garden, as well as Cooper’s Wine Bin, provide additional dining and entertaining areas. The daily fare encompasses traditional offerings like her well-loved pimento cheese, the shrimp and grits, and the popular Gulf Coast oysters to the favorite Tuesday special Ouisie’s award winning chicken fried steak with corn pudding. A fine plate of grilled Prime beef tenderloin or a brace of quail stuffed with super lump crab meat with Cognac glaze are good examples of the daily specials one might find on the blackboard. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch on weekends.
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3. Brasserie 19
4.8
Exceptional(2741)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • River Oaks
Booked 73 times today
Brasserie 19, located in Houston’s 77019 neighborhood, offers a modern amalgamation of French brasserie fare and well-known American influences. The menu utilizes the freshest seasonal ingredients in thoughtfully prepared dishes. Brasserie 19 boasts an expansive, carefully developed wine list. Brasserie 19's sophisticated yet unpretentious interiors are bathed in deep blues, cool greys, and whites, with antiqued woods and white marble used throughout. Blue velvet banquettes are paired with woven chairs and complemented by white linen-covered tables to create a casually elegant setting for lunch, dinner or weekend brunch. Brasserie 19 serves lunch and dinner 7 days a week, as well as brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.
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4. Capone's Oven & Bar
4.8
Exceptional(151)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Downtown
Booked 2 times today
Capone’s Oven & Bar is located at 2303 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77098 and our phone number is (832)767-1794. We are a 1920’s style bar and oven offering the finest in gourmet pizzas, salads, and appetizers all prepared right in front of your eyes and cooked to perfection in our state of the art brick oven. A few of Capone’s specialities are the Capone’s pizza made with arugula, procuitto and topped with truffle oil, or The Godfather pizza made with pepperoni, Italian sausage and jalapeños. Food is served Wednesday through Saturday until 1:45 am and Sunday through Tuesday until 11:45 for your convenience and go beautifully with Capone’s wine list or wide selection of bourbons and single-malt scotch. Also, we feature LIVE MUSIC Wednesday – Saturday evenings, cover charges do not apply. Please see our calendar of events page to get the latest information for our live music line up.
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5. Costa Brava Bistro
4.9
Exceptional(1945)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Bellaire
Booked 13 times today
Owners Angeles Dueñas and Kitty Bailey have created a home where they explore the rich traditions of the food and wine from Spain and France with a modern, personal approach.Open Table's 2016 list - "100 Best Restaurants for Foodies in America"
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6. Hearsay on the Green
4.6
Exceptional(1415)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 26 times today
Hearsay’s tradition continues with our On The Green location, serving distinctive American cuisine in an elegant antique setting. Located near Downtown Houston and Discovery Green Park, our venue offers a unique dining experience close to a 12-acre park, lake, and interactive fountain, with a variety of free activities for everyone.
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7. Sol7 - Thompson Hotel
4.2
Awesome(92)
Price: Expensive
• American • Southeast Houston
Booked 17 times today
Sol 7 offers a vibrant poolside retreat where global flavors meet contemporary dining in an upscale yet relaxed setting. Whether you're looking to enjoy a leisurely brunch, a refreshing lunch, or a chic dinner, this airy spot is perfect for both locals and visitors alike. With stunning views of the Houston skyline and surrounded by lush greenery, Sol 7 provides a lively atmosphere with a retro touch. The menu celebrates the rich cultural and culinary diversity of Houston, complemented by an impressive beverage selection, including creative cocktails, wines, and craft beers. Come for the sunshine, stay for the city lights, and indulge in the array of dishes and drinks that Sol 7 has to offer.
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8. State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial
4.4
Awesome(2177)
Price: Moderate
• American • Westside
Booked 24 times today
A hidden Memorial City Gem, State Fare Kitchen & Bar is an upbeat contemporary American serving a hip twist on localFavorites. Whether a quick business lunch, casual dinner, or joining one of Houston’s most popular brunches, there are options to satisfy every craving. We have semi private and fully private rooms to celebrate all occasions
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9. Maggiano's - Memorial
4.5
Awesome(925)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Westside
Booked 20 times today
Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Memorial City and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. Whether celebrating a special occasion or gathering the family for an informal dinner, this is the perfect place to gather. Visit us at 602 Memorial City Mall and book your reservation today!
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10. Bistro Le Cep
4.8
Exceptional(1034)
Price: Moderate
• French • Westchase
Booked 3 times today
Opened in 2001, Bistro Le Cep features French home cooking at its finest that can be best described as deeply flavored, elegant, yet straightforward. Combining traditional fine dining with a modern perspective, Bistro Le Cep will impress you and your guests with mouth-watering specialties inspired by authentic age old country recipes. We feature a well stocked bar and our extensive wine list includes an exceptional selection of grand vintages, as well as coveted wines from small producers.

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