Best Restaurants for Quiet Conversation in Spring Branch

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A photo of State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial restaurant

1. State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial

4.3

Awesome(2195)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Westside

Booked 39 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 Maggiano's - Memorial restaurant

2. Maggiano's - Memorial

4.6

Exceptional(923)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Westside

Booked 38 times today

Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Memorial City and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. Whether celebrating a special occasion or gathering the family for an informal dinner, this is the perfect place to gather. Visit us at 602 Memorial City Mall and book your reservation today!

3. Bistro 555

4.8

Exceptional(850)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Westside

Booked 17 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!

4. Bistro Le Cep

4.8

Exceptional(1038)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Westchase

Booked 9 times today

Opened in 2001, Bistro Le Cep features French home cooking at its finest that can be best described as deeply flavored, elegant, yet straightforward. Combining traditional fine dining with a modern perspective, Bistro Le Cep will impress you and your guests with mouth-watering specialties inspired by authentic age old country recipes. We feature a well stocked bar and our extensive wine list includes an exceptional selection of grand vintages, as well as coveted wines from small producers.

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5. Le Jardinier - Houston

4.8

Exceptional(238)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Heights / Washington

Booked 17 times today

Michelin-starred Le Jardinier is a unique and refined restaurant from Michelin-starred Chef Alain Verzeroli located in The Museum of Fine Arts Houston.Rooted in timeless French approach, Chef Verzeroli has created a menu where plants play a prominent role: seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs, and greens are complemented by wild and sustainable fish with local Texas meats. All our breads are gluten-free and baked in house.Le Jardinier's light-filled space will evoke a feeling of relaxed-luxury and incorporate custom art pieces with outdoor dining set within an Isamu Noguchi-designed sculpture garden. In 2024, Le Jardinier was awarded one Michelin Star at Texas' Inaugural Michelin Guide.

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6. Sorrento Ristorante Italiano

4.7

Exceptional(3417)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Montrose

Booked 25 times today

Nestled in the heart of the Montrose area, this quaint, award-winning restaurant serves up modern, creative, and classic Italian cuisine. As you enter the front door, you are warmly greeted by a rounded bar with a beautiful piano. The dark, romantic ambiance continues into a spacious main dining area where you are seated at a candlelit table in view of an exquisite Sorrento mural as well as Picasso and Chagall paintings. Sorrento Ristorante has become a favorite Houston Italian restaurant of locals and out-of-towners looking for the perfect Italian dining experience in Houston. Additionally, our private dining options are outstanding both for dinner parties and luncheons. Sorrento is here to provide you with the finest cuisine with the best service in Houston. Sorrento has been voted as one of Houston’s finest Italian Restaurants and also Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America.

7. Ouisie's Table

4.8

Exceptional(4860)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 42 times today

Known by generations for her hospitality, proprietress Elouise Adams Jones, a.k.a. Ouisie, serves an eclectic collection of Southern foods with an excellent wine list to match. High ceilings and fans in the main dining room it evoke the ambiance of a Texas manor house. The adjacent dining porch overlooking the patio and garden, as well as Cooper’s Wine Bin, provide additional dining and entertaining areas. The daily fare encompasses traditional offerings like her well-loved pimento cheese, the shrimp and grits, and the popular Gulf Coast oysters to the favorite Tuesday special Ouisie’s award winning chicken fried steak with corn pudding. A fine plate of grilled Prime beef tenderloin or a brace of quail stuffed with super lump crab meat with Cognac glaze are good examples of the daily specials one might find on the blackboard. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch on weekends.

8. JŪN

4.8

Exceptional(761)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Heights / Washington

Booked 29 times today

Restaurant by Top Chef Alum, Chef Evelyn Garcia and Chef/Partner Henry Lu. New Asian American restaurant in the Heights serving chef inspired small to large dishes all meant to be shared. JŪN also has a full selection of craft beer from local brewers as well as an exciting wine list. If you are interested in booking party size 6 and more please email: booking@junbykin.com with your inquires.

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9. Costa Brava Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(1960)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Bellaire

Booked 12 times today

Owners Angeles Dueñas and Kitty Bailey have created a home where they explore the rich traditions of the food and wine from Spain and France with a modern, personal approach.Open Table's 2016 list - "100 Best Restaurants for Foodies in America"

10. Brasserie 19

4.8

Exceptional(2753)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • River Oaks

Booked 83 times today

Brasserie 19, located in Houston’s 77019 neighborhood, offers a modern amalgamation of French brasserie fare and well-known American influences. The menu utilizes the freshest seasonal ingredients in thoughtfully prepared dishes. Brasserie 19 boasts an expansive, carefully developed wine list. Brasserie 19's sophisticated yet unpretentious interiors are bathed in deep blues, cool greys, and whites, with antiqued woods and white marble used throughout. Blue velvet banquettes are paired with woven chairs and complemented by white linen-covered tables to create a casually elegant setting for lunch, dinner or weekend brunch. Brasserie 19 serves lunch and dinner 7 days a week, as well as brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.

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Mary
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This was my first time coming here and it was a wonderful brunch with friends! The food was excellent as was the service. The avocado toast and hushpuppie appetizers were so delicious as were our entrees. We just had the best time at State Fare while enjoying excellent food! Great place for Sunday brunch!
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State Fare Kitchen & Bar - MemorialPrice: Moderate• American• Westside
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4.3
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Angela
Houston •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 6, 2025
We reserved a booth in the bar area because we like the bartender, Roberto. He's also a great server. The bar area is not as loud as the dining room. The food was great, as always. We will be returning soon!
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Maggiano's - MemorialPrice: Moderate• Italian• Westside
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4.6
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SteveVIP
Houston •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 4, 2025
The best neighborhood restaurant near us. Always consistent with great food and service. Friendly, thoughtful staff. It’s one of our favorite places. Only drawback is parking can be limited on Friday and Saturday due to popularity.
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Bistro 555Price: Moderate• French• Westside
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4.8
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Melissa
Houston •1 review
4.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
I went to this restaurant a few years ago. The service wasn’t as great and something about the ambiance has changed.
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Le Jardinier - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• French• Heights / Washington
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4.8
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JulioVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
Excellent service and great food . Large variety of dishes and everyone were very much satisfied
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Bistro Le CepPrice: Moderate• French• Westchase
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4.8

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