Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Royal Oaks

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BellaireGalleria / UptownNorthsideRiver OaksSpring BranchUpper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

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18 restaurants available nearby

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A photo of Haywire - Memorial City restaurant

1. Haywire - Memorial City

4.6

Exceptional(669)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Westside

Booked 104 times today

Haywire is a Texas-inspired restaurant known for larger-than-life dining experiences, an award-winning wine cellar and extensive list of highly allocated whiskeys. Haywire delivers a true Texas experience through an innovative farm-to-fork menu complete with vendor partners representing every corner of the state. Guests are encouraged to take a journey through Haywire’s curated menu of locally sourced ingredients and heritage recipes. Kick back with a handcrafted cocktail in the whiskey lounge, enjoy a Wagyu Tomahawk ribeye with a bold red in the inviting dining room, or unwind with friends and a cold local beer or Cadillac margarita under the big Texas sky.

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2. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Houston, TX | Memorial

4.6

Exceptional(354)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Westside

Booked 26 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!

3. KUU Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1189)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Westside

Booked 13 times today

Former Nobu London Chef Adison Lee brings his imagination to life with his restaurant KUU in Houston. Chef Adison Lee uses unique flavor combinations to take you on a journey of culinary excellence. Features a seasonal menu and responsibly fished seafood from local fishermen and the world famous Tsukiji Fish Market in Japan. KUU is committed to serving small, sharable plates with stimulating flavors and plating. Our devotion to responsibly sourcing our products shows through the ever evolving seasonal menu. KUU will be offering an extensive list of imported sakes and wines along with our hand crafted cocktail menu by our mixologist.

4. Musaafer

4.8

Exceptional(1268)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Indian • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 68 times today

Two chefs of The Spice Route Co. were sent on this ambitious task of traveling 29 states of India; gathering stories and experiences along the way and bringing home age-old regional recipes, which have been translated into our eclectic menu. You’ll find Musaafer in Houston in the Galleria shopping complex, close to the city’s lively business district. The elegant two-story space with sweeping windows offers a luxurious and memorable dining experience. Guests are treated to unforgettable Indian cuisine, a world-class wine program and unparalleled hospitality.

5. Juliet Steakhouse

4.4

Awesome(1416)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 33 times today

Juliet is an upscale steak and seafood restaurant giving you a movie theatre style theme featuring a premium bar with high end craft cocktails, a well curated wine list, and mouth-watering steaks and seafood. Juliet offers a unique experience, bringing a modern vibe to the traditional steakhouse through innovative concepts like the Glass Room which boasts wide screens TV's and a projector playing classic movies throughout the night, and also their beautiful flower wall embedded with the Juliet logo. Juliet will be the restaurant to be at if you are looking for flawless service, amazing food, and a vibe you won't soon forget!

6. MAD

4.6

Exceptional(2561)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • River Oaks

Booked 59 times today

No passport required for a journey to MAD. An innovative experience that blends Madrid's famous nightlife and the very best of Spanish gastronomy. Creative tapas and small bites, wood fire cooked rice, fish and meats, terrific gin & tonic, craft cocktails and a wine cellar with a selection of the best the world has to offer. Using the highest quality ingredients, creativity in every corner, and a passion for surprises, are the cornerstones of MAD's philosophy....the moon is the limit.

7. Bloom & Bee

4.6

Exceptional(1619)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 39 times today

Bloom & Bee is an enchanting dining destination with a focus on fresh, globally-inspired cuisine. Reminiscent of a lush garden filled with gorgeous blooms, Bloom & Bee invites the outdoors in with extravagant floral accents, pastel colors and a wealth of natural light. Enjoy light sustainable dishes to hearty handmade pastas under an elaborate ceiling of blown glass flowers or on the elegant outdoor patio for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

8. Nobu Houston

4.5

Awesome(1673)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 48 times today

Nobu Houston is open at The Galleria to provide the ultimate Nobu Style experience in the heart of Uptown Houston. With more 10,000 square feet of stunning indoor-outdoor space, including an outdoor covered terrace, dynamic bar & lounge, and exquisite special event space, Nobu Houston provides the ideal setting to enjoy signatures like Black Cod with Miso and Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño, world-renowned sushi, and Houston-inspired dishes and cocktails.

9. Uchiko Houston

4.8

Exceptional(695)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 51 times today

:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE :: Originated from the famed Uchi restaurant in Austin, founded by James Beard Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole, Uchiko specializes in robust flavors infused with smoke and hints of char balanced with the fresh and clean profile that is the hallmark of its sister concept Uchi. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. Patio seating is weather permitting and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. Happy Hour is offered everyday from 4:00 - 6:00 and on Sunday - Wednesday from 4pm - 10pm at the bar only. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

10. Maximo

4.8

Exceptional(83)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • W. University / Med Center

Booked 30 times today

Nestled in the heart of Houston’s West University neighborhood at 6119 Edloe Street, Maximo is a progressive Mexican restaurant from the Local Foods Group team that combines authenticity and adventure. Nearly everything is done in house under Executive Chef Adrian Torres with mentorship from Local Foods Group Creative & Culinary Director Seth Siegel-Gardner. Nixtamalized tortillas are just the start; corn kernels are boiled, soaked and ground into masa, imparting maximum flavor into a dedicated masa section on the menu featuring sopes, tetelas and even cornbread, along with a list of ever-changing taco options. Shareable plates, from crudos and salads to entrees and desserts, entice guests to explore. The restaurant is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4 - 9 p.m. for dinner service and Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. for brunch and dinner service.

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Ramon
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
First time there- took some friends visiting from abroad. Everything was perfect. Food is awesome as is the service and overall ambiance. Beautiful locale. Our foreign friends were impressed. As for us we will visit again.
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Haywire - Memorial CityPrice: Expensive• American• Westside
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4.6
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PeggyVIP
Houston •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a fantastic dinner at Musaafer. We loved the decor and our server was excellent. He recommended great dishes for us and just the right amount of food. We loved everything! My favorites were the chipotle chicken appetizer, the eggplant side dish and the 72 hour black lentils.
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MusaaferPrice: Very Expensive• Indian• Galleria / Uptown
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4.8
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LaKia
Miami - Dade •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was great! I will be back! Quan was our server, and he was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Our good was amazing.
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Juliet SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• American• Galleria / Uptown
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4.4
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Marian
Houston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
A fun outing with a wide variety of yummy bites. The service was good and we enjoyed a fun birthday dinner.
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Houston, TX | MemorialPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Westside
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4.6
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William
Houston •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
The duck and the lobster were both somewhat tough. The shrimp was excellent.
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KUU RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Westside
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4.7

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