The Best Bars for Foodies in Houston
Houston is a hub for culture and it’s known for having a great selection of bars and restaurants, especially when looking for a good steak. But where are the smartest, savviest diners going for drinks? Welcome to the Tastemaker 20. We’ve pulled data from thousands of restaurants to find the top spots among OpenTable's most expert, seasoned diners. Whether wanting to dress-up or dress-down, hungry for steak or tapas, here’s our list of some of the best places to go out for a drink in Houston.
| Restaurants: | Potente, Mastro's Steakhouse - Houston, Yauatcha Houston… |
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| Price Range: | $$ - $$$$ |
| Cuisines: | Italian, Steakhouse, Chinese… |
| Neighborhoods: | Downtown, Galleria / Uptown… |
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Potente
$$$$·Italian·
Downtown
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
- Good for Anniversaries
Potente is one of the most impressive and visually stunning additions to the Houston bar scene. The bar offers great happy hour specials on cocktails and champagne, along with high…Read more
Mastro's Steakhouse - Houston
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Galleria / Uptown
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Mastro’s Steakhouse is another high-end steakhouse in a city with no shortage of great restaurants. Mastro’s offers sushi and seafood dishes and boasts an excellent cocktail bar. S…Read more
Yauatcha Houston
$$$$·Chinese·
Galleria / Uptown
- Creative Cuisine
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Yauatacha is a significant departure from most bars on this list. The dumplings at this dim sum restaurant are complemented perfectly by the mix of cocktails, beers, and wines. It …Read more
Uchi Houston
$$$$·Sushi·
Midtown / Montrose
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Creative Cuisine
Uchi is already known as a top-flight sushi and seafood restaurant. It’s also a great spot for after-work cocktails, especially for sake aficionados. Uchi has two dozen different s…Read more
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View AvailabilityPappas Bros. Steakhouse - Galleria
$$$$·Steak·
Galleria / Uptown
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
- Good for a Date
Pappas Bros. has won critical acclaim ever since it opened, from the Food Network to numerous local and regional awards. As a top-flight steakhouse, diners can expect the best cuts…Read more
Eddie V's - City Centre
$$$$·Seafood·
West Side
- Good for Anniversaries
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Eddie V’s is best known as a fantastic steak and seafood chain, and that reputation is well deserved. Besides a great menu, the Houston location also offers fantastic cocktails in …Read more
Masraff's
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Galleria / Uptown
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
- Good for a Date
Masraff’s in Post Oak Plaza offers a wonderful blend of formal or casual drink options. The restaurant’s pan-European menu complements an extensive wine selection. Masraff’ boasts …Read more
Brenner's Steakhouse on the Bayou
$$$$·Steakhouse·
River Oaks
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
This steak and seafood house replaces the traditional wood paneling and linen with rich foliage and a cascading waterfall. The more intimate cocktail lounge offers expertly crafted…Read more
BCN Taste & Tradition
$$$$·Spanish·
Midtown / Montrose
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
BCN is one of Houston’s best Spanish restaurants. The restaurant’s menu lends itself well to wine and cocktails like BCN’s famous Gin & Tonic—the Lavender Gin & Tonic and the Ginge…Read more
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - Downtown
$$$$·Steak·
Downtown
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
- Good for a Date
Pappas Bros. downtown restaurant is the second location in Houston. The downtown location features a similar menu to the original but has an even broader wine selection at 3,900 bo…Read more
Grace's
$$$$·American·
Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
- Comfort Food
- Good for a Date
- Good for Birthdays
Grace’s mix of upscale American food and a warm, brick-lined interior make each visit feel like a visit to a friend’s home. The restaurant offers specialty drinks like the Frozen M…Read more
Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Houston
$$$$·Seafood·
Galleria / Uptown
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Truluck’s is a seafood house with a real emphasis on its crab dishes. The restaurant sources from its own fisheries and offers other Gulf Coast seafood classics as well. Truluck’s …Read more
Eddie V's - West Ave
$$$$·Seafood·
River Oaks
- Good for a Date
- Romantic
- Special Occasion
The other Eddie V’s location in Houston offers a similar selection of Gulf Coast and East Coast seafood. There’s also live music most nights during the week and special events like…Read more
Sorrento Ristorante Italiano
$$$$·Italian·
Midtown / Montrose
- Good for a Date
- Romantic
- Special Occasion
Sorrento Ristorante Italiano is another fine Italian restaurant located just outside of Houston’s central business district. The restaurant’s interior is draped with elegant murals…Read more
Quattro - Four Seasons Hotel - Houston
$$$$·Italian·
Downtown
- Quiet Conversation
- Special Occasion
- Business Meals
Quattro, located in downtown Houston, is a great happy hour option in the financial district’s bar scene. Quattro is a contemporary Italian restaurant, which means great food and b…Read more
Seasons 52 - Westheimer
$$$$·American·
Galleria / Uptown
- Good for a Date
- Healthy
- Seasonal
Seasons 52 serves up fresh takes on classic American dishes. The menu changes frequently to accommodate seasonal offerings like the Nantucket Bay Scallops and Copper River Salmon. …Read more
Rainbow Lodge
$$$$·American·
Heights / Washington
The Rainbow Lodge is one of the most unique and memorable locations on this list. The lodge itself is a faithfully preserved 100-year old cabin, serving wild game and other farm-to…Read more
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View More InfoGrotto - Downtown Houston
$$$$·Italian·
Downtown
- Good for a Date
- Casual
- Business Meals
Grotto’s downtown Houston location serves up authentic Italian fare in an Old World Mediterranean atmosphere. While the Neapolitan-inspired menu is well balanced, Grotto’s happy ho…Read more
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Memorial City
$$$$·Steakhouse·
West Side
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille is a more upscale take on the traditional Houston steakhouse, and while the elegant stone-lined interior feels fit for a Bond villain, the menu is all b…Read more
Seasons 52 Houston City Centre
$$$$·Contemporary American·
West Side
- Good for a Date
- Healthy
- Business Meals
The other Seasons 52 location in Houston offers much of the same fare in a more convenient location. The City Centre location is a great happy hour and after-work drinking hole wit…Read more
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