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MAD, Houston, TX

MAD

4.6
4.6
1940 Reviews
$30 and under
Unspecified
No passport required for a journey to MAD. An innovative experience that blends Madrid's famous nightlife and the very best of Spanish gastronomy. Creative tapas and small bites, wood fire cooked rice, fish and meats, terrific gin & tonic, craft cocktails and a wine cellar with a selection of the best the world has to offer. Using the highest quality ingredients, creativity in every corner, and a passion for surprises, are the cornerstones of MAD's philosophy.the moon is the limit.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am

  • Phone number

    (281) 888-2770

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Chef Luis Roger

  • Private party facilities

    For private events, or for parties of 9 guests or more, please visit https://app.perfectvenue.com/venues/mad-restaurant-group/hello

  • Neighborhood

    River Oaks

  • Cross street

    Bettis

  • Parking details

    Complimentary valet parking provided at entrance and free self parking in attached parking garage. Street parking nearby is metered.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Midnight in Madrid

    Multiple dates available
    5:00pm CST means MIDNIGHT IN MADRID! In addition to our full menu, we offer a limited tasting menu that blends affordability and flavor. The Midnight in Madrid supplemental menu is available Tuesday - Friday, from 4:30pm - 6:00pm, and all day on Mondays.
  • 10 or 12-course Chefs Tasting Menu

    $150.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Pre-selection of the Tasting Menu is not restrictive or pre-paid and you can choose at the restaurant on the day of your reservation. From Executive Chef Luis Roger comes our Chef's Tasting Menu. Your choice of 10-course for $150.00 or 12-courses for $175.00 with optional $55 5-course wine pairing. This menu will sample a new interpretation of classical Spanish cuisine, influenced by the whimsical style of MAD gastronomy. Availability is not guaranteed as supplies are sometimes limited, pre-selection of the experience helps us better prepare for your participation. Price is not inclusive of tax or gratuity. Please allot 2-2.5 hours for the dining experience. Tasting menu only available Sunday-Thursday. *Full table participation required*

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What 1,940 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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  1. Jassy

    Houston

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious but portions are very small for price.
  2. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall2food3service4ambience2
    The only place you can spend $300 on dinner for two and still need to stop by whataburger on the way home. I won’t go back
  3. TracyN

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From beginning to end best experience in dining. All staff are highly trained and knowledgeable. Eric our guide through the experience was much more than a waiter. He and surrounding staff literally guided us through the Chef’s vision. The food was delicious and artful. The atmosphere was upbeat and fun. Each dish served was thoroughly explained and enjoyable. Will recommend MAD to all our foodie friends.
  4. Finediner

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    Food was excellent. The wine recommendation by the sommelier was excellent. The service was very mediocre. At least three times I had to leave my table to walk to find our server.
  5. SPJ2019

    Houston

    30 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food3service1ambience4
    Waiter did not abide by our explicit dietary restrictions. Forced us to not eat an entire dish.
  6. TeresaC

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We (3 of us) went on a Friday for brunch. The food and service were excellent. We had several excellent appetizers that we shared, an entree that we shared, and dessert. Our drinks were also excellent. Even the walk to the restroom with the cool lights was a delight. It was my second time to this restaurant, and I'll definitely be back.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Excellent highly recommend for insta pics and boujee food and cocktails. However they close early so that was a bust
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have a friend visiting from out of state and we decided to bring him here. It was our first time and we had a very interesting experience. The only mention I would make is for those serving the water to know the prices between stilled, bottled, and sparkling. That would be helpful. We got the “I don’t know” answer, which isn’t what I’d recommend for a place requiring reservations.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and great service
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    Too expensive
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always amazing! If you haven’t tried I highly recommend
  12. NinaH

    Houston

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    First, let me say that this restaurant is beautiful. The ambiance is cool, and the decor is luxe. The drinks were interesting, but fairly good; however I was most looking forward to the tapas. I was disappointed. The tapas at MAD were underwhelming — they didn’t really have the flavor we were expecting. The bone marrow dish - all we could really taste was the hash brown; the calamari - it was our least favorite, the textures just weren’t working; and the potatoes brava were drowning in their aioli. We also had the wagyu beef tapa, and while it was good…it gave off definite jalapeño popper vibes lol. If we come back, it’ll be for the vibes + the cocktails because again, the space is fabulous.
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Horribly loud
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    17 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    The food quality has gone down. It used to feel more special ambiance and elegant and great choice for special occasions; but now feels too causal.
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Could have been more 3 shrimp for $18 is crazy but she love it
  16. RickC

    Houston

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went in on Friday night for a birthday dinner. Surprised by a live DJ, great music, beautiful people and great food
  17. PeggyI

    Houston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    MAD is a great place to go early. Great cocktails and very different tapas. The only problem is around 7:40 a dj starts blasting music so loud conversation becomes impossible. It is really a shame.
  18. Johnr

    Mississippi

    139 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    139 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We all really enjoyed this restaurant, it was hard to find at first but we are glad that we found it. Great food and great drinks. The service was spot on.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super padre todo, muy rico y muy buena música, 100% recomendado!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great brunch spots and amazing vibes!! The music and drinks were awesome.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience5
    Amazing service and food. Everyone there is so polite. The food was exceptional. A little pricy for the amount you get but the service makes up for it.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Was disappointed for sure. Parts of the restaurant are very cool but a lot of things just missed the mark. Price for what you get each dish was super disappointing. As well with their veg options. The beet ravioli was delicious tho and same with the mocktails. But other than that disappointing
  23. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sexiest vibe in town !
  24. MARCUSK

    Houston

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing birthday dinner
  25. SheridanT

    New Orleans

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was fantastic.
  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    Tried one of their tasting menus that partnered with a Cirque de Soleil show. Quite simply: the food was just not good. They tried to be unique but the flavor profiles were strange and off-putting. We did the wine pairing and the wines were ok but very small pours. Everything was wildly overpriced for what they offered. Servers were kind and attentive and ambiance was unique but I definitely won’t be back.
  27. ChrisB

    Houston

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience5
    I have been to MAD many times. Last night was an important night with my lady. I had a $300 bill but yet the waitress came and told us that if we didn’t order dessert we need to leave because we were going to eclipse the 2 hour mark. We still had wine left in our bottle. I counted at least 6 empty tables at the time so needless to say this infuriated me. My girl and I were celebrating going back for the first time since we met there on our first date. I still tipped the waitress $100. She didn’t really ever smile in her service to us which my girl made a couple remarks to me after noticing. All the other times I have taken clients we have spent more than 2 hours in that restaurant. This was the last time I will dine at MAD after being abruptly booted last night because of a time limit which no one ever mentioned.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great, never disappointed when dining here!
  29. AdamA

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    The food was fantastic! Great ambiance. The service was not good
  30. RickyG

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything we ate here was fantastic! Our favorite was the grilled octopus. Juan, our server was knowledgable, friendly, and adaptive to our needs. The food came out fast, and our seating was upgraded from hightop seating to one where my wife could see into the kitchen. Few places she leaves raving about, this was one of those experiences.
  31. JasonR

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 23, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Everything was great. Price was high for the drinks that are the same bottles everywhere else has.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s was a great vibe!
  33. JEMA

    Houston

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Kooza -Cirque de Soleil -inspired menu was amazing!
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Had a great brunch with very good drink and service. Most of the dish was also very delish! Would return and recommend!
  35. whitewine31

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible food and service levels!
  36. Shelly

    Houston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Overpriced for tapas. Overrated place. Service was great though.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, especially the beet ravioli!
  38. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience3
    Very disappointed in the experience. I have been wanting to check MAD out for a long time. Service was good but not the food. Food did not taste or look fresh. Too greasy and too expensive for the quality and quantity.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    Cool spot. Great vibe and music. Drinks were very good and tastefully strong. Had a classic old fashioned and the Joya Solar. Initial plan was to eat here to experience the chefs tasting…they apparently only offer this on the weekdays which would be great to know when booking. Outside of that being a disappointment, the tapas weren’t what we’ve expected. The Jamon was not tender at all. We had about 6 items from the small plates menu and none were memorable. Service was ok. The food runners had more personality than our server and made an effort. All in all won’t go back for a date but would stop at the bar for a drink and a couple snacks.
  40. ElenaH

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Fun! Eccentric diners, Beautiful ambiance, and tasty tapas. Loved it.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from MAD using the Order Online button. MAD also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. MAD also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (281) 888-2770.

MAD is rated 4.6 stars by 1940 OpenTable diners.

MAD does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 49 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
  • Logo image for Uber Eats
Google Map for MAD

4444 Westheimer Rd Suite C180, Houston, TX 77027

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Bettis

  • Neighborhood

    River Oaks

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am

  • Cuisines

    Unspecified

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Complimentary valet parking provided at entrance and free self parking in attached parking garage. Street parking nearby is metered.

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Chef Luis Roger

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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