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Musaafer, Houston, TX
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Musaafer

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$50 and over
Indian
5115 Westheimer Rd Ste C-3500, Houston, TX 77056-5528

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 84 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Vegetarian-friendly
Two chefs of The Spice Route Co. were sent on this ambitious task of traveling 29 states of India; gathering stories and experiences along the way and bringing home age-old regional recipes, which have been translated into our eclectic menu. You’ll find Musaafer in Houston in the Galleria shopping complex, close to the city’s lively business district. The elegant two-story space with sweeping windows offers a luxurious and memorable dining experience. Guests are treated to unforgettable Indian cuisine, a world-class wine program and unparalleled hospitality.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Mayank Istwal

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    MICHELIN 1 Star2024

From the OpenTable editors: An opulent two-story space filled with carved wooden columns and brocade paneling sets the stage for regal Indian feasts at Musaafer. Expect elegant, à la carte dishes like kofta meatballs with Texas wagyu along with a decadent multi-course tasting menu starring the likes of caviar and a lamb chop with beetroot dust. Add in theatrical, tableside presentations and inventive cocktails like a paan-infused negroni, and it’s easy to see why the restaurant earned a MICHELIN Star.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:45 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    For Catering inquiries, please visit www.talesbymusaafer.com and complete the form.
  • Private party facilities
    For private events, please visit our website and complete our private event inquiry form.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
  • Neighborhood
    Galleria / Uptown
  • Cross street
    Westheimer & Sage
  • Parking details
    Drive to parking lot situated @ the Galleria Mall from Westheimer ( near Sage & next to Saks 5th Av.).Valet & free parking are both available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 4 Hands Series - Musaafer x Ishtia

    $145.00 per person

    May 7, 2025 only
    The "Indian and Native American Culinary" dinner is a collaborative event between Chef Mayank from Musaafer, which celebrates innovative Indian cuisine inspired by the 29 states of India, and Chef David Skinner from Ishtia, who highlights the richness of Native American ingredients. This 10-Course Menu event honors the historical exchange of culinary traditions, focusing on the contributions of both cultures and the role of explorers in connecting these worlds. The goal is to create a dining experience that emphasizes the synergy between Indian spices and Native American ingredients, all within the historical context of their interaction. Tickets are $145 per person (+ tax and 20% gratuity) | Two seatings available: 5:15pm and 8:30pm Please note our a la carte menu will not be offered this evening
  • Mother's Day Lunch at Musaafer

    $95.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us this Mother's Day for a culinary journey that celebrates the timeless essence of motherhood. This specially curated 4-course tasting menu promises to delight your senses and evoke cherished memories. Enhance your experience with optional wine pairings expertly selected to complement each course. Let's raise a toast to the extraordinary women who have shaped our lives and nurtured our hearts! Priced at $95 per person (+ tax and gratuity), Reservations available from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Please note our A la Carte menu will not be available on Mother's Day.
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  • Mother's Day Dinner at Musaafer

    $130.00 per person

    May 11, 2025 only
    Join us this Mother's Day for a culinary journey that celebrates the timeless essence of motherhood. This specially curated 6-course tasting menu promises to delight your senses and evoke cherished memories. Enhance your experience with optional wine pairings expertly selected to complement each course. Let's raise a toast to the extraordinary women who have shaped our lives and nurtured our hearts! Priced at $130 per person (+ tax and gratuity), 2 seatings available; 5:15/5:30 & 8:30/8:45 | Please note our A la Carte menu will not be available on Mother's Day.
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What 1,219 people are saying

Musaafer reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Musaafer offers an exceptional dining experience with "spectacular service" and "gorgeous food". Guests rave about the "beautiful decor" and "vibrant atmosphere" reminiscent of India. The "Michelin-starred cuisine" features innovative takes on Indian dishes, and the "tasting menu" is highly recommended. While service is mostly praised, a few reviews mention inconsistencies.

1,219 Reviews
  1. Mark

    Houston23 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Came on very high recommendations from our yogini for a birthday. Arrived at our 8pm reservation time and were made to wait 10 minutes before we were seated. Beautiful restaurant, on loud side so it was a bit difficult to hear our waiter, who was very passionate and enthusiastic about the offerings. I liked that sharing was expected and encouraged, and we ordered two appetizers and five main courses for a party of four. During the ordering it occurred to me that we probably were ordering too much so I asked to cancel one of the mains. The waiter seemed genuinely offended by this and I allowed myself to be dissuaded. Well, I regret that, because while the food was spectacular (if a bit on the heavy side) we definitely ordered too much and I realized I had been oversold. For a restaurant of this caliber, there should be no such thing and the service should be more forthright about appropriate quantities. Overall, it was a positive gastronomic experience and the food and drink were very well executed. For a Michelin-starred establishment, however, I do feel the service can use some improvement.

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  2. Brian

    Atlanta2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and service was wonderful. The menu was intriguing and hard to choose from but fun. The server and somm were both excellent. We wanted more but the thumping music is just not for us and we needed to leave. We heard several other diners comment that same issue.

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  3. Vasudev VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s was a great Tasting menu experience. The flavors were amazing and captured the nuance of flavors from all parts of India. It was like traveling across India sitting in Houston.

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  4. Divya VIP

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    LOVE this place. Great ambience and service and exceptional management!

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  5. Evan

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can’t wait to come back! loved Our server, the food, the music, the vibes!

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  6. Charlina

    Houston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everyone was so patient and explained our food items, so well. Gave amazing recommendations

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  7. Carlos

    Fort Lauderdale3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Una increíble experiencia culinaria. Muy recomendable. Excelente atención, rica comida

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  8. Franklyn

    Houston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food experienced in a magnificent location!

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  9. Amit

    Houston17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. We shared multiple appetizers and 2 desserts.

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  10. Elisabeth VIP

    Orlando60 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant with many dining rooms. Ours was dark, warm, exotic feeling. Bartender recommended one of their creative cocktails, which was creative and fabulous. Food is superb - recommending sharing all the dishes; service was outstanding. Memorable evening.

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FAQs

Musaafer offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Musaafer also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 242-8087.

Musaafer is rated 4.8 stars by 1219 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 84 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Musaafer

5115 Westheimer Rd Ste C-3500, Houston, TX 77056-5528

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
  • Cross street
    Westheimer & Sage
  • Neighborhood
    Galleria / Uptown
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–2:45 pm Lunch Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Indian, Vegetarian / Vegan
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Drive to parking lot situated @ the Galleria Mall from Westheimer ( near Sage & next to Saks 5th Av.).Valet & free parking are both available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For Catering inquiries, please visit www.talesbymusaafer.com and complete the form.
  • Private party facilities
    For private events, please visit our website and complete our private event inquiry form.
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