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1. Taste Kitchen + Bar - Downtown

4.6

Exceptional(402)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

Taste Kitchen + Bar, located in Downtown at 420 Main Street, offers globally inspired comfort foods & craft cocktails in an energetic, casual dining environment.

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2. Bungalow Downtown Dining

4.4

Awesome(1171)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown

Booked 26 times today

Bungalow Downtown Dining is a collection of intimate spaces with multiple dining areas offering a host of options tailored to our guests' specific needs. Guests can choose from a vibrant and high energy bar that features a variety of luxurious libations, a beautiful dining room with gold accents and plush velvets booths, multiple private dining spaces as well as our state of the art roof top patio with downtown views. Bungalow's menus offers numerous options to suit almost any dining experience or preference. Our steaks are offered in small and large cuts, and side dishes are designed to please everyone at the table. The appetizer selections feature items that are a great beginning to dinner and can be enjoyed with your favorite libation from our wine or craft cocktail menu.If you are looking to enjoy a quick bite in the bar with a colleague or a great night out for dinner with family and friends, Bungalow can accommodate your needs. Please visit our website for full our dress code

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3. Hearsay Market Square

4.6

Exceptional(2464)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 14 times today

When you walk through the doors of Hearsay Market Square, you will be transported to a unique era in Houston’s history. Housed in Houston’s second oldest building, Hearsay’s original location celebrates eclectic American cuisine served in a chic antique setting.As you stroll through the doors of Hearsay Market Square…

4. Downtown Aquarium

4.6

Exceptional(2981)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 27 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.

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5. Birraporetti's - Theater District

4.3

Awesome(3208)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 38 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.

6. Tavern By Hearsay

4.6

Exceptional(36)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 2 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. 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 and contemporary flair.

7. La Fisheria

4.5

Awesome(590)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

La Fisheria is known for fresh seafood and Mexican soul cuisine with fresh and traditional Mexican flavors. At our bar you will find a variety of exceptional signature cocktails. We also offer a spacious private dining room where we can host events up to 60 people.

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8. Mamajuana Cafe Houston

4.4

Awesome(65)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

Mamajuana Cafe connects the heart of Houston’s vibrant Downtownneighborhood with the energy, flair, regional & authentic flavors of theLatino Caribbean & South American culinary traditions, bringing youmouth-watering & brilliantly innovative Latino cuisine. Mamajuanadelivers a singular blend of world-class cuisine, innovative cocktailsand one-of-a-kind experiences. Here, that immersion feels like agetaway to somewhere alluring and high-energy and, most of all,unforgettable.

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9. Sambuca Restaurant - Houston

3.9

Excellent(1412)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Happy Hour Specials!Weekdays, 4-7pm$6 > ALL HOUSE WINES BY THE GLASS • ALL WELL DRINKS$8 > WOOD-FIRED MEATBALLS • HEIRLOOM TOMATO BRUSCHETTA • FRIED SHORT RIB RAVIOLI • RICOTTA WITH GRILLED CIABATTA • ALL CALL DRINKS$10 > ALL PREMIUM DRINKS • ALL SAMBUCA SPECIALTY DRINKS

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10. El Big Bad - Downtown

1.5

(0)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown

Welcome to El Big Bad, featuring 62 revolving tequila infusion flavors. We are the downtown hotspot for to go drinks, tequilas, and daiquiris by the glass or by the gallon. Upon entering, Downstairs, you’ll find our full-service restaurant and bar, offering a fresh fusion of Mexican, Latin, and Texas cuisines that will tantalize your taste buds. Upstairs, is a vibrant bar with a lively atmosphere and bar service only, perfect for those seeking a casual and energetic bar vibe. Open late into the night, we provide both late-night dining options and convenient take-out services. Don't miss out on experiencing one of the BEST Rooftops in town! Our 10,000 square foot space features an elevated wraparound terrace with stunning views of Market Square and the Historic District.Please note that the Kitchen accepts its last order 30 minutes before the posted closing time, with extended hours until 1:30AM on Fridays and Saturdays.