CharivariElegantMy family has been going to charivari for more than ten years. It has an elegant atmosphere where you can actually have a conversation without having to shout. The food is good European fare. It's expensive, so more for special occasions than regular dining.5/4/2013 12:00:00 AMFantastic food. We had 3 courseFantastic food. We had 3 course lunch plus the apple strudel, excellent.4/26/2013 12:00:00 AMgreat food and interested ownersA trifecta: great food, attentive but not bothersome service, and friendly owners interested in making sure their customers are happy and enjoyed their food and dining experience4/19/2013 12:00:00 AMMy wife and I have been hereMy wife and I have been here many times and intend to return again and again. Very friendly staff provides attentive service. The menu features classic Euorpean specialties and the portions are just right. The dining room, like the staff, is warm and inviting.4/19/2013 12:00:00 AMThe food was excellent asThe food was excellent as it has been during previous visit and there are always new things to try in addition to some classic dishes. The food is central European with including lots of German and Romanian influenced dishes. The extraordinary homemade cakes are not to be missed including some probably not found anywhere in Houston. The service is also great and there is a good selection of wines available at decent prices.4/17/2013 12:00:00 AMThe service here is outstanding,The service here is outstanding, and the owners are always happy to see you and very accommodating.4/13/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent food with a EuropeanExcellent food with a European flair, very friendly service and comfortable.4/9/2013 12:00:00 AMAusgezeichnet! Wunderbar!Was preparing for a return vacation to Europe in May and noticed the interesting & much appreciated Charivari special German menu message in my email. The mention of so many special items featuring "spargel" (white asparagus) instantly brought back fond memories (& cravings) for this carefully grown delicacy, which is treasured each year in Germany especially, during Spring. We were not disappointed. The special multi-course "business dinner" featured asparagus soup, a side of tender asparagus with my delicious Holstein schnitzel. Together with a complimentary pâté' appetizer, a refreshing mid-course apple cinnamon sorbet, a scrumptious rhubarb cobbler with homemade ice cream and berries, accompanied by the perfectly poured German pilsner.4/9/2013 12:00:00 AMA true Dining experienceIf you want a true fine dining experience with unparalleled service, this is the place. Every aspect of the meal was well thoughtout and the guest is treated as such. Maria runs the dining room and no request is too small. Let her help you with the menu and beverage pairings. Same room for Chef Johann's homemade desserts, the chocolate hazelnut torte and lemon creme brulee torte were outstanding. Cuisine is European, a melange of German, Swiss, Romanian, French, Hungarian. Prices on the higher side, but portions were overly generous and quality is excellent. Perfect for a romantic dinner for two, special occasion or power business dinner. Charivari is like no other restaurant in Houston.4/6/2013 12:00:00 AMwonderful lunch specials!!!wonderful lunch specials!!! The only downside this time was a slightly dry osso bucco, otherwise would have been 5/5. Value here is outstanding.4/4/2013 12:00:00 AMAs always the food was wellAs always the food was well prepared, with creative ideas. All four of us at the table chose somehting to do with their asparagus specials. We have been coming to Charivari since it opened and are always pleased with our meal.3/22/2013 12:00:00 AMNot a showboat place, butNot a showboat place, but the food is excellent, and the setting is very pleasant. The chef is happy to adapt to individual preferences. The risotto and carpaccio are both outstanding. The wine list is good and offers reasonable pricing.3/19/2013 12:00:00 AMThis restaurant has alwaysThis restaurant has always been a lovely experience. The food is wonderful and you are made to feel very welcome.3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMWe had the 6-course dinner,andWe had the 6-course dinner,and every course was outstanding. The service was excellent and we had the privilege of talking with the owners on several occasions during the evening as they helped enlighten us about the various dishes. A wonderful night for all in our group of 4.3/14/2013 12:00:00 AMexcellent wines and food.Oystersexcellent wines and food.Oysters and salmon tiradito were delicious and well matched with wines. Kangaroo loin was unusual,very well prepared and as tasty as any meat that I have eaten3/13/2013 12:00:00 AMSpecial dinner, special nightWell presented special themed dinner. the evening was handled well with a single seating. The food was exotic and delicious. The staff was outstanding. The owners, one of whom is the chef, present a gracious environment and circulate among the patrons.3/13/2013 12:00:00 AMas usual, superb food ,serviceas usual, superb food ,service and attention.Wide variety of off the beaten track of fish specials is a strong point.1/14/2013 12:00:00 AMone of my favorite restaurants.one of my favorite restaurants. Chef Schuster shows how wonderful turkey can really be11/22/2012 12:00:00 AMthe lunch specials were perfectthe lunch specials were perfect and well priced. They were a hanger steak and pasta putanesca. The only down side was the spanish tortilla side. Something more interesting would be more appropriate.11/20/2012 12:00:00 AM