Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Houston

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in Houston? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Cafe at Brookwood

4.9

4.9 (561)

$30 and under

American

Westside

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Mary Beth

Dined 6 days ago

The staff was very polite and tentative. The food was fresh and beautifully presented. We will be back!

Bloofin Sushi

5.0

5 (25)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Spring

About the restaurant

Welcome to Bloofin Sushi and Bar!
Dedicated to serve the finest and freshest fish from Japan. Celebrate the traditional umami flavor of Japanese culinary, with a modern touch.

Top review

MarkVIP

Dined on Jun 11, 2025

Great food and service. Unique options such as fresh ground wasabi made for a memorable dining experience.

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Experience

Social Hour

Porta'Vino

4.9

4.9 (1627)

$30 and under

Italian

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

Houstons newest BYOB Restaurant.
Casual Atmosphere, Incredible wine prices, Amazing Food

Top review

Julie

Dined 2 days ago

We had the Chef's Selection. They pick the food and wine pairings. Wonderful!

Joyce's Seafood & Steaks

5.0

5 (485)

$30 and under

Seafood

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

AnneVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Always a great evening! Love the tuna and great staff.

Lucio's BYOB & Grill

4.9

4.9 (1294)

$50 and over

American

Montrose

About the restaurant

Lucio's is a hidden gem that takes the art of New American cuisine to new heights and offers a refined yet intimate dining experience, perfect for any occasion. Specializing in a menu that celebrates the best of both seafood and meats, every dish is crafted by our Chef using the freshest, locally sourced ingredients transforming them into bold, flavorful creations.
The warm and inviting atmosphere, combined with exceptional service, make the perfect spot for a memorable dinning experience.

Top review

CurtVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Great diversified menu. everything on It is good from the tuna, to the lamb chops, to the duck, and ribeye, which is normally a special. Ask for Alayna’s apple pie!! Service outstanding. And it’s BYOB!

Ambriza Social Mexican Kitchen - Vintage

4.8

4.8 (79)

$30 and under

Mexican

North Side

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Tre'Von

Dined on Jun 8, 2025

Brought a friend for her first time at Ambriza. She has a great time, and management was very accommodating. The Mexican steak & eggs were FANTASTIC! Kudos to the kitchen!

Del Vista Bar and Grill

4.9

4.9 (335)

$31 to $50

American

Westside

About the restaurant

A great neighborhood restaurant featuring a spacious bar, patio seating, and an outdoor lounge

Top review

Ken

Dined on May 27, 2025

Excellent food, service and very reasonable wine list!

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Handies Douzo - Heights

4.9

4.9 (118)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

Handies Douzo is Houston's first hand roll focused sushi bar in the trendy Houston Heights neighborhood opened in 2019. With over 25 years of combined experience in award winning Japanese cuisine and sushi, rising star chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee present their first brick and mortar restaurant.

Top review

Dined 3 days ago

Cozy yet fun and friendly ambiance over delicious food! Must try if you love sushi and fresh Japanese cuisine! Highly recommend and would definitely come back!

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Experience

Handroll Eating Competition

Handies Douzo - Montrose

4.9

4.9 (122)

$30 and under

Sushi

Montrose

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Jacky

Dined 7 days ago

Always have the best time at Handies Douzo! Amazing food and service as always! Will be back soon!

ChopnBlok

4.8

4.8 (371)

$30 and under

African

Montrose

About the restaurant

Created by 2024 James Beard Emerging Chef Nominee, Ope Amosu, ChòpnBlọk is a nationally acclaimed restaurant that carefully unveils the West African culinary experience, serving fresh proteins, vegetables, grains, and beverages that are prepared under a West African flavor profile, packaged in a local, contemporary fashion.
Freshness and integrity are embedded in our culture. We selectively source our ingredients and work with partners to procure natural, high-quality meats and vegetables.

At its core, ChòpnBlọk is the cultural crossroads where local communities and West African culinary traditions intersect, to deliver a convenient, hospitable food experience with exquisite taste.

Top review

Aaron

Dined 1 day ago

The food was absolutely fantastic. The waiter was attentive, offered suggestions so that we could taste as much as possible and was friendly. If you want delicious food, go to this place. You’ll be thinking about it days after.

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