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1. Coppa Osteria
4.7
Exceptional(670)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Rice Village
Booked 59 times today
Coppa Osteria is the perfect paring of food and lifestyle, taking its personality from the affluent, family centric West University, Southampton, Rice and Museum District neighborhoods. Its clientele is an eclectic mix of professionals, university academics and young families – who all seem to know one another. With craft cocktails and an extensive wine list, it's easy to find the perfect beverage to pair with Coppa's modern Italian cuisine. Neapolitan-inspired pizzas are some of the most popular items on the menu – the Coppa Pepperoni and Carnissima are crowd favorites. Diners also flock for the Fritto Misto, Burrata Tartufo and Spaghetti Carbonara (Coppa's signature dish). Complete with a lively bar scene and a large outdoor patio that lends itself to sipping rosé and taking in the surrounding neighborhood scenery, Coppa is the ideal setting for an intimate all-day dining with family & friends.For group or private dining for 7+ guests, please submit a private dining inquiry below.
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2. Confessions
4.2
Awesome(128)
Price: Moderate
• American • Greenway / Upper Kirby Area
Booked 79 times today
"Experience the essence of Southern American cuisine with bold flavors, elevated classics, and handcrafted cocktails. Enjoy a refined dining atmosphere where tradition meets modern indulgence. Enhance your visit with premium shisha for the perfect blend of flavor and relaxation."
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3. Clark's Oyster Bar - Houston
4.9
Exceptional(551)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Montrose
Booked 53 times today
Located in a former auto shop in the vibrant Montrose neighborhood near The Menil Collection and Museum District, Clark’s Houston is the third and largest location of our popular neighborhood oyster bar and seafood restaurant. Opened in Fall 2023, Clark’s features freshly shucked oysters, crudo, lobster roll, daily fish specials, caviar and blini, bowls of chowder and cioppino as well as a much-loved burger and shoestring fries.The restaurant specializes in martinis and signature cocktails as well as an extensive Champagne and wine list. The design is light, bright, and airy with nautically-themed touches including a centerpiece fish tank, teak wood furniture, bright white walls, and blue and turquoise tones.In addition to a marble-topped oyster bar and dining room, there’s a large, covered patio for prime people watching and oyster slurping. Clark’s Houston also offers a semi-private dining room for special occasions and events.
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4. Steak 48 - Houston
4.9
Exceptional(10642)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • River Oaks
Booked 178 times today
Steak 48 serves the finest steaks and seafood in an intimate, vibrant setting. Our diverse menu satisfies any craving with the best USDA prime steaks, fresh seafood and shellfish plus inventive and classically inspired sides and appetizers. We can accommodate large groups or provide an intimate setting for a romantic occasion, tailoring your experience. Unique dining nooks provide a different experience each time a guest visits. Visit Steak 48 for the best fine dining experience among the many River Oaks restaurants. Our ambiance is perfect for any occasion, our classic American steakhouse menu features the best steaks in Houston, and you will be impressed by our impeccable service and massive wine and Scotch whiskey list.
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5. Drake's Hollywood - Houston
4.5
Awesome(322)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Montrose
Booked 44 times today
An Old Hollywood party - dry-aged steaks & cold martinis *Drake's Hollywood accepts reservations for parties of 7 or less. For parties of 8+ please contact houston@drakeshollywood.com. Happy Hour is available weekdays 4pm to 6pm and 9pm-C in the bar. Children under the age of 6 years of old are not permitted
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6. Hamsa
4.7
Exceptional(211)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Rice Village
Booked 39 times today
Crafted by the visionary minds who brought you Doris Metropolitan and Badolina Bakery & Café, Hamsa emerges as a radiant gem in the culinary landscape, celebrating the vibrant flavors of Israel. Revel in the artistry of our hummus creations, succulent grilled skewers, and perfectly charred pitas. Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our salatim, a delightful array of vegetable-based delights that promise to tantalize your taste buds.
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7. Hudson House - River Oaks
4.7
Exceptional(529)
Price: Moderate
• American • River Oaks
Booked 73 times today
With its East Coast-inspired “old-school casual” design and menu, Hudson House offers straightforward, timeless American dishes for lunch and dinner. Oysters are flown in daily and are best paired with their legendary “World’s Coldest Martinis."
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8. Mexican Sugar Montrose - Regent Square
4.3
Awesome(480)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Montrose
Booked 135 times today
Mexican Sugar offers a transportive dining experience rooted in the richness of Latin culture and cuisine. The menu features fresh, authentically sourced ingredients, with every dish prepared from scratch to ensure it is fresher, lighter, and better. The bar offers beautifully handcrafted cocktails made with fresh juices and an extensive selection of tequilas and mezcals. Blending time-honored techniques with modern Pan-Latin inspiration, Mexican Sugar brings together bold flavors, warm hospitality, and an atmosphere that feels like a modern sanctuary.
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9. Milton's
4.8
Exceptional(234)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Rice Village
Booked 34 times today
Formerly known as Eau Tour, Milton's is an Italian-American trattoria from the same team that you already know and love! Milton's will feature homemade pastas and wood-fired meats, and an array of craft cocktails made to be enjoyed in our vibrant, revamped space. Opening soon!
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10. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks
4.8
Exceptional(1209)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • River Oaks
Booked 55 times today
Zanti presents authentic Italian cuisine in a high-end casual atmosphere. Contemporary décor will combine with a charming outdoor patio, bar lounge area, pizza station and lively dining room. Handmade pasta, prepared daily in our kitchen and our gleaming brick oven, in which we will bake pizza, piadinas and select main dishes, will add to the unique vibrancy of Zanti. It is a place to feel yourself among friends and enjoy the beauty of the Italian experience.

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