Best Live Music Restaurants in W. University / Med Center

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1. Flora

4.8

Exceptional(1006)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Montrose

Booked 32 times today

While breathtaking park views and 40+ chandeliers are enough to make anyone fall in love with this glass treehouse, this dining destination also offers a top-notch culinary experience that explores the flavors and energy of the small towns of Mexico with a Texas touch. FLORA’s contemporary approach reimagines what Mexican food can be – offering familiar flavors and iconic dishes, newly interpreted. FLORA strips away the formality of dining with a focus on clean, organic, high-quality food made with love, made by hand. The stunning brass and marble bar, teeming with tequila and mezcal, sets the tone for a lively social scene and the unparalleled outdoor terrace is the quintessential Houston outdoor dining experience. For parties of 7+ guests, please submit a private dining request. Out of respect for our chandeliers, we do not allow balloons. We ask that you celebrate your special occasions with our desserts as we do not allow outside cakes. We ask that you leave your pets at home.

2. Marmo

4.6

Exceptional(1519)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Montrose

Booked 67 times today

Marmo, meaning “Marble” in Italian, will feature fresh hand-rolled pastas, house-made charcuterie, and hand-cut prime steaks. To complement the food menu, Marmo will boast an impressive wine list, with selections from all around the world spotlighted by wines from Italian regions. The bar and lounge will include a baby grand piano where a rotation of Houston’s best singers will perform nightly.Happy Hour is offered daily from 3pm-6pm, on a first-come first-served basis, and is available at our bar, high top tables, and patio. (Please note that we do not accept reservation for our Happy Hour)

3. Turner's Cut

4.8

Exceptional(240)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Montrose

Booked 13 times today

Turner’s Cut is Houston’s newest playground for the elite, mixing the sophistication and luxury of the Gilded Age, the indulgence and free-flowing excess of the Golden Era, spiced with the risqué, exclusive, and clandestine aura of prohibition. Featuring the most exquisite and rare cuts of meat from America and Japan, white-glove service, daily live bandstand music, and antique design elements, Turner’s Cut is the most opulent dining experience in the city of Houston.

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4. Toca Madera - Houston

4.4

Awesome(142)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Southeast Houston

Booked 11 times today

Noble 33 Hospitality Group brings the fourth Toca Madera restaurant to Houston, Texas! Toca Madera is a highly acclaimed modern Mexican Steakhouse known for its menu featuring bold flavors and high quality, sustainable, and organic ingredients.

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5. The Rustic Houston Downtown

4.4

Awesome(161)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 17 times today

At The Rustic, we proudly serve American food with a culinary flair. Every dish is crafted from fresh ingredients right in the heart of Houston. Enjoy a diverse selection of authentic Texas beers, wines, and spirits, or handcrafted mocktails. Come by for great food and live music, and soak in the vibrant ambiance from our award-winning patio. For larger group dining of more than ten, just give our team a call—we're here to help make your gathering a memorable one!

6. Ouisie's Table

4.8

Exceptional(4870)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 35 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.

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7. Lombardi Cucina Italiana - Houston

4.5

Awesome(954)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Westside

Booked 44 times today

*Please note- reservations are only accepted via OpenTable or by calling the restaurant directly*Lombardi Cucina Italiana is a celebration of authentic Italian cuisine with a modern touch. The menu features a large selection "fatto a Mano" pastas as well as an extensive array of fresh fish, meats and produce. The curated beverage program has a vast selection of worldly wines and handcrafted signature cocktails. Our forward thinking cocktail menu uses innovative ingredients from the kitchen, such as prosciutto, rosemary and amarene. The wine list will represent all main wine regions of the world, with a primary focus on the Italian Peninsula, Lombardi Cucina Italiana's atmosphere will remind you of an open air villa in Italy, surrounded by olive trees, Italian marble and Venetian Chandeliers. Their luxurious bar and cocktail lounge is the perfect setting for an evening of relaxation, while listening to live entertainment.

8. MaKiin

4.6

Exceptional(419)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Thai • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 25 times today

The ultimate culinary journey at our award-winning Thai fine dining restaurant, where our masterful chef's innovative and unparalleled creations are sure to impress. With numerous accolades and awards, our chef uses only the finest and freshest ingredients to create culinary experiences like no other.

9. Kiss Houston

4.6

Exceptional(393)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Northside

Booked 20 times today

Kiss Restaurant, Houston's original Vibe Dining Experience, brings an unparalleled combination of an elevated dining experience with weekly events and curated entertainment. A robust beverage program includes specialty cocktails, an extensive wine list, and champagne magnums served in sleek sexy contemporary interiors. The Cle' Group's 5th venue concept, in partnership with Prophet Hospitality Group. Available for special events and large party reservations.

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10. Le Colonial - Houston

4.8

Exceptional(3942)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 41 times today

Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Delray Beach, Lake Forest, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere of the River Oaks District. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.Business CasualNo athletic wear or athletic attire, including designer athletic line of any kind and model, beach flip flops or any beach attire, tank tops (men), cut-offs, sweatpants, exposed undergarments, and excessively revealing clothing for indoor and outdoor dining. No baseball caps indoors. Seasonal changes may apply.Gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more. We only allow a maximum of 4 for splitting checks.

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Emily
Dallas - Fort Worth •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The brunch was great. The array of breakfast food was plenty for one person. Our server was helpful assisting in which foods were allergy friendly for my child. The restaurant was not busy at 11am on Saturday.
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The Rustic Houston DowntownPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.4
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NatalieVIP
Houston •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Once again Turner’s Cut outdid themselves. The food is of course phenomenal but honestly for us the best part is the staff and the relationships we have built. In this day and age it is so nice to be recognized, remembered and seen by the service industry. We cannot recommend this restaurant and its staff highly enough. Betsy, Richard, Cecil, Brittany and Royston you guys are the absolute best! We will see you in about 4 weeks for the oldest boy’s 23rd bday and the youngest boy’s college send off! I might need some extra martinis! Thank you for your intentionality and service! Still our favorite steak in Houston! GO SEE THEM!
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Turner's CutPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Montrose
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4.8
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KatrinaVIP
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Loved it!! First time at the Houston location!!!!!
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Toca Madera - HoustonPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Southeast Houston
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4.4
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mauricio del conde
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Perfect first date spot, good food, good service, good environment, overall such an amazing atmosphere and would recommend for anyones first date or just a regular date
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FloraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Montrose
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4.8
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bridgitVIP
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 19, 2025
Great experience! Jimmy was a great server, and food was excellent! Olive oil cake is amazing!!
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MarmoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Montrose
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4.6

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