Hudson House - River Oaks

Hudson House - River Oaks reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Claudia VIP

   Austin1 review

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Our server could use better customer service. He was servicing the table with dogs more than other tables. Kept refilling the dog bowls with water and noticed he wasn’t refilling our water and a lot of other tables. We were there for three hours, and the water was not refilled, even when asked. Pretty much we left without getting another refill of water, cause he was taking too long. Still gave him a great tip, but not deserved.
   

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   John VIP

   Houston14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The extra cold martinis, the delicious brunch items, and the attentive service at Hudson House are always good! I used to be disappointed with the breakfast potatoes (undercooked every time I had them and so the texture and flavor were unimpressive), but the fries are amazing (!) and they are always happy to swap out the breakfast potatoes (the only thing on the menu I don’t like) with the perfect fries. BRUNCH IS SAVED!!! Also, we love to sit outside on the patio with the dog, and so it’s frustrating that you cannot reserve an outside table. It would be nice if you knew whether there was a spot outside available before we bring the dog (it’s not a big problem because there’s often outdoor seating at the larger dog-friendly patio next door when there’s no room on Hudson House’s patio).
   

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   WhiskeyPorterhouse VIP

   Houston8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a fabulous meal…incredible food, impeccable service and overall great place!!
   

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   Barbara VIP

   London18 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was amazing. A little noisy but a great vibe
   

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   Kevin VIP

   Houston19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 27, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Although the service was excellent. There were times we were wondering when our waitress would come by our table for refills, additional needs, etc.
   

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   Isabella

   Houston5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything here is amazing. The food is great, the service is great, the value is great. HOWEVER, if you are someone who like to sit and talk and enjoy your evening talking post dinner, maybe pick a different spot. They give you a heads up that reservations are 90 minutes and I definitely experienced some eyes as I was trying to catch up with a friend I hadn’t seen in months that gave me the inclining to leave and feel a bit rushed.
   

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   Kathleen VIP

   Houston44 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 22, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   If servers would take off their blinders they would get much better ratings and gratuity.
   

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   JENNIFER VIP

   Houston4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 21, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a great experience and the espresso martini is one of the best I’ve had! We will definitely be coming back!
   

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   Brett

   Houston2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 21, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was at its best. Lobster roll just amazing. Deviled eggs were good but eat them with a fork. We had chicken parm, French chicken , cheeseburger and of course Mac n cheese which is to die for. Ambience is lovely. Service it typically attentive but tonight not so good. Perhaps since it was a holiday. She served two dinners and then much later served the other two. Did not refill water until we had to ask twice. Left dirty dishes in front of us. Just not the entire dining experience we hoped for BUT food shown strong !
   

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    Linda VIP

    Houston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Excellent food, service, and ambiance. Totally enjoyed our meal tonight.
    

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