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Best Restaurants with Bar Seating in W. University / Med Center

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A photo of Októ restaurant
4.4
Awesome(387)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • Montrose
Booked 19 times today
My experience at Októ was amazing! The service and environment were incredible. The bread was so fresh and delicious. I will definitely return!
A photo of Handies Douzo - Montrose restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(263)
$$$$
• Sushi • Montrose
Booked 61 times today
My 2nd time in two weeks, while working in town. The service/food are great & if you want a lively atmosphere, you should give it a try. Bar seating only, so a large group would be spread out from each other.
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5.0
Exceptional(363)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown
Booked 18 times today
Amazing as always. Josh, Celeste and the rest of the team are awesome and create amazing cocktails
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4.6
Exceptional(174)
$$$$
• Cocktail Bar • Heights / Washington
Booked 12 times today
I had hosted a 30th Birthday Party at Julep and the staff did such a amazing job at ensuring that my guest were accommodated, in addition to providing excellent service
A photo of Potente restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2338)
$$$$
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 18 times today
As always. Perfect food and drink in our favorite restaurant. Amy was excellent. And found a new favorite table. ‘Til next time.
A photo of The Capital Grille - Houston - CityCentre restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1829)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Westside
Booked 35 times today
Outstanding service. Food was prepared well and served at proper temperature. we went their to celebrate our aniversary and they made it a special ocasion. Appreciate the manager intruducing himself.
A photo of Handies Douzo - Spring Branch restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(117)
$$$$
• Sushi • Spring Branch
Booked 36 times today
I've never experienced anything like Handies. The food is always fresh and delicious! The staff are all so kind and very welcoming. If I could give a higher rating I would! Definitely check them out if you're looking for one of the best dining experiences in the city!
A photo of Doko restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(227)
$$$$
• Japanese • Montrose
Booked 26 times today
Good food service and quality. I recommend it.
A photo of Del Vista Bar and Grill restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(445)
$$$$
• American • Westside
Booked 9 times today
Always excellent food, service & dining experience!
A photo of Himari restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(134)
$$$$
• Japanese • Heights / Washington
Booked 3 times today
Consistently great in every way. Keep up the great work!

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  • Jay
    Northwest Florida •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    My 2nd time in two weeks, while working in town. The service/food are great & if you want a lively atmosphere, you should give it a try. Bar seating only, so a large group would be spread out from each other.
    More info
    Handies Douzo - Montrose$$$$• Sushi• Montrose
    •
    4.9
  • DavidGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    As always. Perfect food and drink in our favorite restaurant. Amy was excellent. And found a new favorite table. ‘Til next time.
    More info
    Potente$$$$• Italian• Downtown
    •
    4.9
  • Rhoshana
    Houston •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 31, 2026
    My experience at Októ was amazing! The service and environment were incredible. The bread was so fresh and delicious. I will definitely return!
    More info
    Októ$$$$• Mediterranean• Montrose
    •
    4.4
  • FabianGold
    San Diego •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 31, 2026
    Amazing as always. Josh, Celeste and the rest of the team are awesome and create amazing cocktails
    More info
    Bandista$$$$• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
    •
    5
  • DetrekGold
    Houston •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 16, 2026
    I had hosted a 30th Birthday Party at Julep and the staff did such a amazing job at ensuring that my guest were accommodated, in addition to providing excellent service
    More info
    Julep$$$$• Cocktail Bar• Heights / Washington
    •
    4.6
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