Best Casual Restaurants in The Woodlands

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College Station / BryanHoustonKatySugar LandThe Woodlands

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BellaireChinatownClear LakeClear Lake / Webster / Bay AreaCollege StationDowntown

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A photo of Cru Food and Wine Bar-The Woodlands restaurant

1. Cru Food and Wine Bar-The Woodlands

4.2

Awesome(154)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • The Woodlands

Booked 4 times today

CRÚ Woodlands is around the corner from the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and South Regional Library, just off I-45. We’re also a stone’s throw from the Woodlands Mall, and all the shopping, art, fun, and vibrant entertainment that the Woodlands has to offer. Recurring events at this location include Happy Hour, Sunday Brunch, Bottle + Pizza Monday and Half Off Bubbles Thursday. Drop on by, and let us take care of you!

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2. True Food Kitchen - Woodlands

4.3

Awesome(869)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • The Woodlands

Booked 5 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Woodlands for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located in Woodlands at Market Street, across the street from Drybar and lululemon. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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3. Acqua Restaurant & Lounge

3.6

Very Good(10)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • The Woodlands

Nestled along the Woodlands Waterway, Acqua Restaurant and Lounge takes pride in its unique blend of classic American cuisine with a contemporary Texas twist. Featuring sharable culinary creations designed to spark conversation and connection at every table. At the helm of our kitchen is our award-winning Executive Chef, Michael Batke, who brings exciting preparations to modern classics. Proudly championing locally sourced and sustainable ingredients, from zero-point organics to ethically raised proteins such as bison and antelope. We support our community with the freshest flavors the Lone Star State has to offer. Join us for a dining experience that transcends the ordinary and celebrates the vibrant culinary traditions of Texas. Private dining reservations available up to 16 people.

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4. Bar Louie - The Woodlands

4.0

Excellent(10)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • The Woodlands

Booked 1 time today

At Bar Louie, we're passionate about delivering flavor packed experiences. Defined by our award-winning handcrafted martinis and cocktails, our lunch, dinner and happy hours elevate the top-shelf bar experience. In a vibrant atmosphere energized by our local community, we serve all guests looking to create unforgettable moments - making us the go-to-spot for all occasions, from a spontaneous happy hour hangout to a celebratory spot for milestone events.

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5. Bazille - Nordstrom The Woodlands

4.1

Excellent(226)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • The Woodlands

Booked 1 time today

Enjoy a delightful dining experience at Nordstrom restaurants, where you can savor chef inspired dishes, using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Come and try our signature handcrafted soups, entrees and desserts and pair it with a Nordstrom crafted cocktail, wine or beer. Call (832) 562-4880 to place your order or get delivery via DoorDash or Uber Eats. Thank You.

6. Baja Cantina

4.4

Awesome(107)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • The Woodlands

Booked 1 time today

Our carefully and lovingly crafted food and specialty drinks reflect a blend of Mexican, Latin, and Californian cultures. We ground on traditional Mexican dishes and flavors like carnitas and cotija cheese and add a twist of Southern California fusion which places an emphasis on fresh ingredients, seafood, and a Mediterranean flare.

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7. Reel Luxury Cinema Woodlands

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • The Woodlands

Reel Luxury Cinemas is a new, one-of-a-kind, boutique dine-in cinema brand that will house five-screens equipped with state-of-the-art laser projection technology and Dolby sound systems. Auditorium amenities will include luxury recliners including ultra-lux front row love seat style chaise lounges, privacy pods, lush blankets, heated seats along with seat-side food and beverage service. Under the leadership of Culinary Khancepts, Reel Luxury Cinemas will offer the industry’s most elevated experience to date.

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8. Landry's Seafood House - The Woodlands

4.5

Awesome(2104)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • The Woodlands

Booked 25 times today

The true flavor of Gulf Coast tradition is all about family, warmth and exceptional seafood. Landry's Seafood strives to bring all of those things together in each and every location, providing a fun-filled dining experience that will make you want to drop your anchor and never leave. So sit back, relax and take part in the Landry's Seafood experience.

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9. Porta'Vino - The Woodlands

4.7

Exceptional(641)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • The Woodlands

Booked 13 times today

Discover delicious modern Italian & incredible wine prices at Porta'Vino in The Woodlands!Porta'Vino offers an impressive wine list at prices competitive with local discount wine stores! In fact, many guests purchase cases of wine to go, so we consider Porta'Vino part wine store. You are also welcome to BYOB for a corkage fee.Signature dishes include Calabrese Crispy Shrimp, Balloon Bread, Wild Boar Bolognese, Barramundi Sea Bass & our Double-Cut Smoked Pork Chop! Make sure to save room for our Coconut Cream Pie, Medium Rare Brownie, or Apple Crisp. You can't go wrong with our menu selections. The restaurant has a welcoming dining room, a spacious patio, and private dining rooms for events. A free parking garage is located behind the restaurant. Park, Dine, then walk to the nearby Woodlands Pavilion.Porta'Vino also hosts a Winemaker Dinner Series. To receive invitations to these special events, please email events@portavino.com.

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10. Spanish Flowers Cocina Mexicana - The Woodlands

3.9

Excellent(19)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • The Woodlands

Booked 6 times today

Spanish Flowers Mexican Restaurants was founded in 1979 by Mary L. Bernal. Mary, who is a Houston-area native, has been fascinated with traditional Mexican cuisine since spending her summers as a child with relatives outside of Guadalajara, Mexico. There, she spent her time learning and perfecting the authentic dishes that came to flourish and that one can continue to enjoy today at the Spanish Flowers Mexican Restaurant. This family-owned and operated restaurant has been pleasing palates and created a devoted following, providing its customers with a little taste of Mexico from the food to the atmosphere. In 2009, the arrival of the Hernandez family in coalition with Mrs. Bernal has managed to expand and nurture the dream that was born back in 1979. Together, they continue to expand on the legacy of providing Houstonians & Texan families the authentic dishes that they’ve come to love. With our new location near Houston's The Woodlands Mall, we cannot wait to serve you!

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From verified diners like you

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DANYELE
Atlanta •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our experience with the restaurant is the hamburger sliders could have had more sauce. The soda was flat. The atmosphere was good. The buffalo chips were a little salty. The Salmon sliders was good!
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Bar Louie - The WoodlandsPrice: Moderate• American• The Woodlands
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4
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shee
Washington, D.C. Area •17 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
None to say. This is empty space to write. Nothing
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True Food Kitchen - WoodlandsPrice: Moderate• American• The Woodlands
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4.3
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AurielVIP
Houston •179 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 16, 2025
Same very good dining experience that allows us to come every 2 weeks
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Bazille - Nordstrom The WoodlandsPrice: Moderate• American• The Woodlands
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4.1
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Steve
San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
Nice setting on the Waterway. We had great weather so sat outside. Food and service were very good. Pricing may be a bit on the high end, but overall it was just what we were looking for.
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Acqua Restaurant & LoungePrice: Moderate• American• The Woodlands
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3.6
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Dean
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 3, 2025
We were dining at Cru before a concert, so timing and efficiency were key. That being said, our table was marked as reserved, we were promptly seated, our server was friendly an efficient and our food and wine arrived quickly. We loved our wind flights and the explanation card that came with each one of them was perfect! We ordered a Caesar salad to share, and without being asked, the server intuitively split it into two single servings. The pizza was on point! Hot and gooey with perfectly charred crust. It was a relaxing, delicious preconcert experience!
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Cru Food and Wine Bar-The WoodlandsPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• The Woodlands
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4.2

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