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1. Bandista
4.9
Exceptional(257)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown
Booked 7 times today
Discreetly located within Four Seasons Hotel Houston, Bandista is an intimate, modern-day speakeasy, reminiscent of a 1920s lounge that dazzles with a decadent Latin vibe. Guests of the 20-seat bar and lounge enjoy inventive and artistic interpretations of classic and contemporary cocktails, as well as rare spirits from around the world. Bandista's eight bar seats provide a center-stage show of the cocktail laboratory, where guests connect with the city's most talented bartenders and other discreet guests.Experience @BandistaHouston on Instagram
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2. Grotto - Downtown Houston
4.5
Awesome(1652)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 39 times today
Conveniently located at Avenida Houston and connected to the George R. Brown Convention Center, Grotto Downtown offers a rustic, chic, and vibrant dining experience in the heart of Houston—within walking distance to Minute Maid Park, Toyota Center and Discovery Green. From small and shareable plates, fresh and local salads to refreshing and dynamic Italian cuisine, Grotto’s menu also offers a selection of curated craft beers, Grappa and wine—the ideal place for any occasion whether it’s lunch, happy hour, a business meeting or dinner in the city.Valet is available at the entrance of Grotto Downtown. Self-parking is also available at the Avenida North parking garage, directly across the street on Rusk, where we will validate up to 3 hours for free.
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3. Gotti's
3.6
Very Good(262)
Price: Moderate
• Cajun • Downtown
Booked 1 time today
Gotti’s is the latest addition to East Downtown's restaurant scene, providing a casual atmosphere to enjoy great Cajun food. Our menu consists of classic Cajun & seafood entrees with a pop of Houston flavor. Our creamy fettuccine pasta is packed with flavor. Bland does not exist in our restaurant and each bite will entice you to want more.Brunch is served every Saturday & Sunday 11AM-4PM.Sunday Funday Day Party with Live DJ 5PM-9PM.Lunch is served Tuesday-Sunday 11AM-3PM.Dinner is served 3PM-Midnight.Every Monday we have karaoke and a live band 8PM-1AM.
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4. Hearsay on the Green
4.6
Exceptional(1416)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 22 times today
Hearsay’s tradition continues with our On The Green location, serving distinctive American cuisine in an elegant antique setting. Located near Downtown Houston and Discovery Green Park, our venue offers a unique dining experience close to a 12-acre park, lake, and interactive fountain, with a variety of free activities for everyone.
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5. Toro Toro
4.6
Exceptional(625)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 23 times today
An exciting new destination for elevated dining has arrived. Chef Richard Sandoval brings his award-winning global Pan Latin Steakhouse concept to Four Seasons Hotel Houston. Rooted in the celebration of the vibrant flavors and convivial dining culture of Central and South America, Toro Toro will offer guests a twist on the contemporary steakhouse experience with Pan-Latin flavors from Rodizio-style Churrasco and creative shareable small plates.Exceptional beverage options will complement the bold flavors of each dish with an expansive wine list highlighting Latin wines and unique Latin cocktails, all hand-muddled with the freshest ingredients and artful garnishes.Toro Toro is located on the third floor of Four Seasons Hotel Houston. $6 Valet Parking for restaurant guests.
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6. Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - Downtown
4.6
Exceptional(2975)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 52 times today
Elegant, award-winning steakhouse serving dry-aged prime beef, seafood & exceptional wines.
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7. Brasserie du Parc
4.5
Awesome(1363)
Price: Expensive
• French • Downtown
Booked 13 times today
We are an authentic French brasserie located on the ground floor of the landmark residential high-rise One Park Place overlooking Discovery Green. Come and join us for lunch or dinner to experience the French Culinary Cuisine that Chef Jose has to offer. For those of you looking where to go for after work drinks and bar bites, our Happy Hour menu is available daily at our bar area from 4:00pm to 7:00pm.
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8. The Grove
4.4
Awesome(2525)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 14 times today
The Grove is located in Houston’s Discovery Green Park and features modern Texas cuisine.
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9. Saltgrass Steak House - Houston - George R. Brown Convention Center
4.7
Exceptional(162)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 7 times today
Saltgrass Steak House is an award-winning steak house famous for serving Angus Beef steaks and great seafood. Each steak is cooked to perfection with Saltgrass-7 Steak Spice, and topped with garlic butter. All breads, dressings, soups and desserts are made from scratch daily. Great food and legendary hospitality make Saltgrass an enjoyable experience for the whole family.
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10. Kulture Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(357)
Price: Expensive
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 2 times today
We are on the strip of Avenida de las Americas with access from George R. Brown Convention Center. Kulture is an innovative dining concept providing a national platform where Chefs share & create their take on the diaspora of Southern/African cultures allowing the food to tell the story. Food influence span the Caribbean, Spain, Asia, Mexico, & European delicacies. Sharing this experience with the Houston Community and visitors alike. WE ARE CASHLESS. Reservations require a CC hold, NO EXCEPTIONS. No shows are automatically charged after 15 min. grace period. Large party reservations of 6+ must have full party present to be sat (Fri-Sun). If full party isn't present within 15 min. grace period, your table will be released.We offer complimentary 2hr. parking located at 701 Avenida N. Parking Garage behind the restaurant. Live Music offered every Friday & Saturday night from 9pm-11pm. After Hour bar bites available 9pm - 10pm. Brunch served every Saturday & Sunday from 11:30am-3pm.

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