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Steak 48 - Houston
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(10,653)River Oaks - 2
Rumi's Kitchen - Houston
Price: Expensive•Persian•4.8(1,073)Galleria / Uptown - 3
JOEY Uptown
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(367)Westside - 4
Mexican Sugar Montrose - Regent Square
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.3(487)Montrose - 5
Uchi Houston
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.9(4,560)Montrose
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Confessions
Price: Moderate•American•4.2(135)Greenway / Upper Kirby Area - 2
Drake's Hollywood - Houston
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.5(330)Montrose - 3
Leo's River Oaks
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.4(173)River Oaks - 4
Taste Kitchen + Bar - Downtown
Price: Moderate•Creole / Cajun / Southern•4.6(592)Downtown - 5
ChopnBlok
Price: Moderate•African•4.8(358)Montrose
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MAD
Price: Expensive•Spanish•4.6(2,566)River Oaks - 2
Guard and Grace - Houston
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(2,065)Downtown - 3
Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.7(1,212)River Oaks - 4
Eunice
Price: Moderate•Creole / Cajun / Southern•4.7(2,730)Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor - 5
a'Bouzy
Price: Moderate•Contemporary French / American•4.7(2,828)River Oaks
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Teppay
Price: Expensive•Sushi•4.9(43)Serene Japanese restaurant with both traditional decor & dishes, plus an extensive sushi bar.The Cafe at Brookwood
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(561)Bring the family and friends and come enjoy the spectacular garden views, complimented with exceptional cuisine created by our Chef Pablo and his team. We truly believe that our food, service, and ambiance can compete with any restaurant. Please dine with us…we think you will want to come again and bring your friends.
Rudy & Paco Restaurant & Bar
Price: Expensive•Seafood•5(4,083)Paco is the definition of the "All American Dream", awarded the 2019 "Faces of Diversity Award" by the National Restaurant Association. This prestigious award honors those who have achieved success through perservance and determination embodying the American Dream.
Rudy & Paco's offer the freshest seafood and steaks with a Central American flare. Come experience fine dining at its best with Paco and his staff.
We are honored to have the opportunity and privilege to serve you and your family.
~ Paco Vargas and Family
Lunch - Street parking is available, pay at parking meter or by App
Dinner - Street parking is free after 6 pm.
Dress code is strictly enforced for Dinner.
No shorts for men, women (including rompers) and children. Men must have a collared shirt (no t-shirts) and no hats.
Dress code for Lunch is casual with shorts acceptable but no hats.Handies Douzo - Montrose
Price: Moderate•Sushi•4.9(122)Handies Douzo is Houston's first hand roll focused sushi bar. Following the popularity in the Heights, the team brings its second location to Montrose in 2022. With over 25 years of combined experience in award winning Japanese cuisine and sushi, rising star chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee are excited to join the trendy neighborhood.
Cyclone Anaya's - The Woodlands
Price: Moderate•Tex-Mex•4.8(204)
We are Houston’s Original Tex-Mex Familia since 1966! Cyclone Anaya’s has been Houston’s favorite destination for the best margaritas in town for over 50 years. With our scratch-made enchiladas and tamales, our tender and flavorful fajitas, and many more Tex-Mex delights, we've helped to define and perfect this world-famous regional cuisine. Join us today at one of six Houston-area Cyclone Anaya’s Tex-Mex Kitchen locations in the Heights, Midtown, Rice Village, CityCentre, Woodway, and the Woodlands. No matter where you’re from, we’ll treat you like family!TRIBUTE
Price: Expensive•American•4.9(626)Located in the iconic Houstonian Hotel with a wall of lush, wooded views, TRIBUTE presents seasonal dishes inspired by great chefs, cultures, and families from Texas, Louisiana, and Mexico. It is called “Tex-Lex” and is food Houstonians love to eat! Enjoy a beautifully furnished outdoor patio for breakfast, lunch, and during bar hours.
Complimentary valet is provided for TRIBUTE guests and those enjoying The Bar & Patio. Reservations are not necessary but are recommended.
TRIBUTE’s exclusive Wine Room is available for private dinners, seating up to four guests.
TRIBUTE attire is business casual or casual elegance. Jackets are not required. Athletic wear and flip-flops are not permitted.
Aperitivo
Price: Expensive•Café•4.7(28)Perched high above Buffalo Bayou, this Italian-inspired rooftop cocktail bar and café is a radiant escape where la dolce vita comes to life. With sweeping views of the water and the glittering Houston skyline, it’s the ultimate setting to unwind with an expertly crafted cocktail and indulge in a made-from-scratch menu that celebrates bold Mediterranean flavors. Inside, timeless Italian elegance meets modern sophistication, with classic interior design elements creating a space that’s as inviting as it is beautiful. The indoor space opens almost entirely to the outdoors, blurring the line between indoor comfort and open-air charm. With live entertainment programming on select days, the vibrant atmosphere is enhanced, making it the perfect spot to relax, enjoy great music, and savor every moment. Every detail, from the ambiance to the cuisine and beverages, exudes warmth, charm, and effortless style.CASE Chocolates
Price: Very Expensive•Dessert•4.9(129)CASE Chocolates is the world's first chocolate and cocktail speakeasy. Our tasting experiences take you through fine and unique cacaos combined with high-end spirits and cocktails. Our space is meant to spark delight and joy, and we can't wait to welcome you in soon!
Our promise is a one-of-a-kind journey through chocolates in an unforgettable atmosphere.
Please arrive on time for the best experience. Plan ahead as parking is limited to a small lot and street parking. You must enter through Sampson St., Suite E. No-shows and cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will be subject to a charge of $74 per person.
Each tasting comes with 3 cocktail and chocolate pairings. Tastings start at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm Wednesdays and Thursdays and 6:30 pm, 8:30 pm, and 10:30 pm Fridays and Saturdays and are approximately 90 minutes per tasting.
Joyce's Seafood & Steaks
Price: Moderate•Seafood•5(484)Joyce’s Seafood & Steaks is a neighborhood bistro experience in Houston that has become a favorite with locals ever since opening the doors in 1997. Known for the freshest Gulf seafood and mouthwatering steaks, Joyce’s Seafood & Steaks has been given kudos and awards galore, including from Houston Press, Texas Monthly, Saveur Magazine and the Houston Chronicle.
House specialties at Joyce’s Seafood & Steaks include lobster and shrimp enchiladas, seafood gumbo, fresh fish, and Texas Gulf oysters . For something other than seafood try the filet mignon. Just be sure to save some room for dessert because the white chocolate bread pudding with pecans and bourbon sauce is to die for.Ambriza Social Mexican Kitchen - Vintage
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.8(79)Ambriza Social Mexican Kitchen is an exciting concept kitchen that strives to bring elevated Mexican cuisine to a modern audience. The menu reflects the rich variety of Mexican cuisine, with a plethora of options to suit any craving. Each dish is made to order using fresh, local and sustainable ingredients. The restaurant strives to provide a traditional and modern interpretation of all family recipes. Ambriza Social Mexican Kitchen offers special happy hour pricing Monday through Friday with appetizers and drinks. Start with an appetizer. Order the street corn, spicy chicharron, ceviche costeno or the pork belly in salsa verde. For entrees, get the risotto Mexicano, pescado a la veracruzana or the lamb shank. Not feeling that hungry? Guests can order tacos, quesadillas or fajitas a la carte. Ambriza Social Mexican Kitchen is good for families, small and large groups or just a night out on the town.
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- PPaigeHouston •7 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoAbsolutely loved both the food and the service! I called ahead to make a reservation, and the host was able to accommodate us on a Monday night with no issue. We were welcomed with a glass of champagne at check-in, which set the tone for a great evening. The white wine lamb chops, wings, Brussels sprouts, and rigatoni were all seasoned to perfection—every dish was packed with flavor and cooked just right. The food came out in a timely manner after ordering, and the service was attentive without being intrusive; the bussers promptly cleared our finished plates with a polite nod, keeping everything flowing smoothly. The spicy margarita was delicious, and the hookah added a relaxing touch to end the night. The decor was bright and modern, though the layout felt a bit convoluted and confusing at times. A nice bonus—the kitchen stays open until 11:30pm, which was perfect for our late-night dinner plans. Just a heads-up, a 20% gratuity is automatically added to the bill. Overall, a great experience with good vibes, flavorful food, and solid service—definitely worth checking out!More infoConfessionsPrice: Moderate• American• Greenway / Upper Kirby Area•4.2
- OTOpenTable DinerOrange County •2 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat food and ambience. My favorite restaurant in Houston!More infoRumi's Kitchen - HoustonPrice: Expensive• Persian• Galleria / Uptown•4.8
- JJohnVIPHouston •239 reviews4.0Dined 4 days agoThe restaurant is absolutely beautiful—spacious, thoughtfully designed, and much larger than I anticipated. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between elegant and welcoming. Service was excellent; our waiter, Ben, was professional, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. The food was also very good, with well-executed flavors and quality ingredients. Overall, a great experience and one I’d be happy to repeat.More infoJOEY UptownPrice: Moderate• American• Westside•4.7
- GGeorgeDenver / Colorado •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat food they bring you a very hot plate and the bread is amazing and even gave dessert to me for free and look forward to coming back sometimeMore infoSteak 48 - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• River Oaks•4.9
- SSandraHouston •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoJust wonderful amazing spectacular my favorite place to come toMore infoMastro's Steakhouse - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Galleria / Uptown•4.8
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Houston is Bloofin Sushi
The best vegan restaurants in Houston are Rumi's Kitchen - Houston, Musaafer and ChopnBlok
The best vegetarian restaurants in Houston are Musaafer, Rumi's Kitchen - Houston and ChopnBlok
The restaurants with the best service in Houston are COPA Sips & Latin Tapas, Tins and d'Vine Wine Bar & Bistro
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Houston are Tins, Tapas at Amrina and Ishtia by eculent
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