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A photo of Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks restaurant

1. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(1163)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 50 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.

2. Kiss Houston

4.5

Awesome(349)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Northside

Booked 47 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.

3. Julep

4.6

Exceptional(98)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Heights / Washington

Booked 18 times today

Julep Bar stands as an illustrious recipient of the prestigious James Beard Award, celebrated for its exquisite blend of craft cocktails, thoughtfully curated bar bites, and an enchanting ambiance. The menus, ever-evolving to mirror the changing seasons, captivate with their meticulous emphasis on fine ingredients and flavors. Located on Washington Ave between Sawyer and Silver St. The neighborhood is full of restaurants and B&B Butcher's Steak House is within walking Distance. We always take walk-ins so shoot us a texas or stop by and see us if you don't see a table available.

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4. Birraporetti's - Theater District

4.3

Awesome(3415)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 42 times today

One of Houston’s original restaurants, Birraporetti’s opened in 1974 with the slogan “A great Italian Restaurant…A heck of an Irish bar.” For almost 40 years, Birraporetti’s has been the place to gather on a date, celebrating with friends and family, for happy hour or before or after the theater. We are noted for our award-winning stone oven pizzas, pastas such as lobster ravioli, & delicious main courses including hand-carved beef filet & fresh seafood. And don't leave without trying our signature Frozen Bellini’s, Irish Coffee, chocolate chip cheesecake, tiramisu, or the berries & cream.Located in the heart of the Theater District. Steps away from the Alley Theater, Jones Hall, Hobby Center, Wortham, Houston Ballet, Bayou Music Center, Sundance Cinema & a few blocks from Toyota Center and Minute Maid Park.Open late seven days a week. Join us for Sunday live Jazz Brunch Buffet, Live Music Mondays, or to enjoy our lunch menu for downtown business clients.

5. Downtown Aquarium

4.6

Exceptional(3079)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 47 times today

The Aquarium Restaurant offers guests an exciting and unique dining experience in an extraordinary setting. Your underwater adventure begins as you are seated around the 150,000 gallon aquarium with excellent views of giant groupers, reticulated rays, majestic sawfish, and other fascinating creatures as they swim right by your table. The Aquarium is not only a feast for the eyes, but also for the palate. Make a splash with deliciously fresh seafood, steak, chicken and decadent desserts all served in an unbelievable underwater setting.

6. Tavern By Hearsay

4.5

Awesome(62)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Situated in the heart of Downtown Houston, Tavern by Hearsay within the Market Square Tower Apartments invites you to experience the best of tavern-style dining, with a unique twist featuring Indian food. Embrace the historic charm of our modern building as you enjoy brunch, lunch, and dinner offerings. Start your day off right with our special breakfast menu, boasting a variety of delicious options. Join us and discover the perfect blend of tradition, contemporary flair, and flavorful Indian cuisine.

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7. Mexican Sugar Montrose - Regent Square

4.3

Awesome(379)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Montrose

Booked 152 times today

Mexican Sugar is NOW OPEN at Regent Square in the heart of Montrose! We offer an elevated dining experience that celebrates the vibrancy and richness of Mexico. We take the traditional flavors of Mexican cuisine and elevate them to new heights with our commitment to using only the freshest ingredients and preparing everything from scratch. Our warm and inviting atmosphere inspired by the beauty of Mexican design and architecture provides an ambiance ideal for any dining occasion. From Happy Hour to Lunch, Brunch to Dinner and Late Night, we are so excited to serve you in Montrose!

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8. B&B Butchers & Restaurant - Houston

4.8

Exceptional(6904)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Heights / Washington

Booked 77 times today

With locations in Houston and Fort Worth, B&B Butchers & Restaurant is a Texas-based upscale steakhouse and traditional butcher shop specializing in high-quality meats and elevated customer service.

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9. Guard and Grace - Houston

4.8

Exceptional(2014)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 101 times today

Named after our daughter Grace, along with the idea that a steakhouse can be graceful, whimsical, and elegant without being dark and moody. What started as a vision to keep the vibe light and airy while letting the outside in, has turned into an Award-winning design of which we couldn't be prouder. This menu is truly meant to offer something for everyone, with often found steakhouse features as well as a plethora of seafood to truly highlight the best of the gulf and beyond. Prime, Dry Aged and local Wagyu cuts of beef in 4 to 40 oz. portions are available to satisfy any sized appetite. Innovative cocktails and wines from around the world top it all off -making Guard and Grace the place to be for happy hour, a couple's night out or your private event. Our family, or Ohana, is a passionate group of culinary obsessives who strive to make memories that will last a lifetime. Houston is a special city that has stolen our hearts, and from the bottom of them, we thank you for joining us.

10. Aiko

4.9

Exceptional(381)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park

Booked 26 times today

Chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee have over 25 years of combined experience in Japanese cuisine and sushi. They established their culinary careers in Houston where they worked together for years before creating their own restaurants.Pham and Lee teamed up to bring new curated dining concepts to Houston’s food scene and kicked off a series of omakase pop-up dinners called Secret Taste. Pham and Lee then opened Kokoro in the Bravery Chef Hall in Downtown Houston followed by Handies Douzo in the Houston Heights.Aiko is the newest concept from the team featuring a sushi bar and seated dining.

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Jennifer
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a great experience and enjoyed our food. Service was excellent.
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Diana American GrillPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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Stephanie
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I have been to this place 3 times in the last few months and I will go again soon! Delicious food Great service Nice atmosphere Large portions Love!!
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Guard and Grace - HoustonPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.8
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RobertVIP
Central Texas •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Had an excellent family Easter Brunch. The Grandchildren throughly enjoyed it
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Downtown AquariumPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown
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4.6
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MarkVIP
Houston •184 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
We had another excellent dining experience. Our reservation was honored promptly and our waitress was friendly and efficient. We enjoyed our meals and kept to our schedule (we had a performance at The Alley).
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Tavern By HearsayPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.5
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Steven
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Theater District treasure, for a reason — wonderful drinks, food, and people.
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Birraporetti's - Theater DistrictPrice: Moderate• Italian• Downtown
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4.3

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