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A photo of Daily Gather restaurant
4.3
Awesome(753)
Price: Moderate
• American • Westside
Booked 22 times today
Inspired by the cherished moments shared daily around the dining table, this every day eatery located in CityCentre Houston is the backdrop for traditional American cuisine paired with Houston hospitality. Chef Brandi Key's scratch kitchen focuses on the all-important relationships with our farmers, ranchers, and fishermen, to bring you the freshest seasonal dining experience. At our table, we pay respect to the classics while leaving room for interpretation and most importantly, nostalgic fun. So pull up a chair, gather around, and stay a while.
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4.8
Exceptional(845)
Price: Moderate
• French • Westside
Booked 14 times today
Bistro 555 is under new ownership by a group of long-time friends including the owners of former Le Mistral and Cafe Rabelais, established French institutions in Houston. With a joint-experience of over 5 decades, Bistro 555 will transport you to the different regions of France with traditional bistro fares. Our specialties include Escargot in sizzling garlic butter, onion soup topped with melted gruyere cheese, Moules-Frites, Cassoulet, and profiteroles. We also serve wood-oven fired pizzas. Bon appetit!
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4.8
Exceptional(3980)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Westside
Booked 16 times today
Masraffs, long recognized as a premier restaurant in Houston, offers affordable elegance, attentive service, impeccably prepared and exquisitely fresh American cuisine created with the best ingredients from around the world.
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4.2
Awesome(2805)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Spring Branch
Booked 29 times today
Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.
A photo of Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette - Memorial restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(947)
Price: Expensive
• American • Westside
Booked 19 times today
Liberty Kitchen at The Treehouse located in Memorial City, joins the neighborhood as a local restaurant serving modern, American food. Diners can see our chefs as they work the open flames cooking steaks, chops, ribs and fish. The inclusion of the grill has greatly influenced the menu – dishes made in cast iron Dutch ovens and an international selection of craveable Southern Coastal cuisine. The food is bold in flavor and rich in textured layering with a twist on tradition, the flickering flames lend a pleasant invitation to settle in to the space, relax and quite simply, eat.Some of the favorite Liberty Kitchen staples are on offer such as the Creole Whole Crab, Shrimp and Andouille Gumbo, R&D Test Kitchen: Infamous Burger Bowl, Deviled Eggs and Lance’s Loaded Hushpuppies (The Real Original) served Liberty Kitchen gorilla-style. Daily Chef Special’s are not to be missed.
A photo of State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial restaurant
4.3
Awesome(2187)
Price: Moderate
• American • Westside
Booked 8 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
A photo of Benihana - Houston, TX restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(8519)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Far Westheimer
Booked 26 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
A photo of Seasons 52 Houston City Centre restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2932)
Price: Expensive
• American • Westside
Booked 17 times today
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.
A photo of Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Houston, TX | Memorial restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(353)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Westside
Booked 10 times today
Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!
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4.7
Exceptional(59)
Price: Expensive
• Speakeasy • Westside
Booked 2 times today
Sidebar is a reservation-only hideaway for drinking and dining inspired by the early-1900s Texas oil boom. Our menu is a sample of what may be served as our offerings will constantly evolve.Open Thursday-Saturday 6pm-1am with live entertainment nightly from 7-11pm. Sidebar table reservations are required for entry and separate from our sister restaurant Credence next door.

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