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Potente Bar - Potente, Houston, TX

Potente

4.9 (2026)
$50 and over
Italian
1515 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Romantic
Potente is where elegance meets energy in the heart of downtown Houston. Whether you're here for a celebratory dinner or cocktails at the lounge, we combine luxury with a lively atmosphere. Expect rich flavors, beautifully plated dishes, and a vibe that feels indulgent.

Led by Chef Danny Trace, every dish uses the highest quality ingredients and when possible, we source locally. Our truffle pasta was featured as “One of the Best Pastas in the Country” by the Food Network.

We have also been listed as “One of the Most Romantic Restaurants in Houston” by Eater Houston, the Houstonia and Thrillist, as well as one of the “Best Date Night Spots” by the Houston Chronicle and "One of the Most Romantic Bars to Impress Your Date in Houston.”

Join us before or after an Astros game at our bar and lounge. We are just steps away from Daikin Park. Astros gear is permitted on game days only.

Our attire is business casual. Shorts, hats, sneakers, torn clothing and sweat pants not permitted.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Cajun
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 237-1515
  • Website
    http://www.potentehouston.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Danny Trace
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for considering Potente for your special occasion. No matter the need for your event, we will ensure that we create the most memorable experience for you and your guests.
  • Private party contact
    Event Coordinator: (713) 237-1515
  • Location
    1515 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Crawford
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Secret Summer Menu

    $75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a specially-priced 4-course menu during the summer.
    Secret Summer Menu Photo

  • High Heels & Happy Hour - Ladie's Night

    Multiple dates available
    Ladies night at the lounge every Thursday 5pm- Close. Sip in Style with your first drink free from Tito's Vodka For all ladies & enjoy elevated bites from our exclusive happy hour menu.
    High Heels & Happy Hour - Ladie's Night Photo

  • Whiskey Burn Wednesdays

    Multiple dates available
    Join us in our lounge & patio 5pm-close for 25% off select cigars and special weekly rotating whiskey features. Enjoy our elevated Happy Hour selections designed to compliment our high end cigar & spirits program.
    Whiskey Burn Wednesdays Photo

Private dining

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 2,026 people are saying

Potente reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Houston

    Great for fine wines

  • Houston

    Romantic

  • Houston

    Italian

  • Houston

    Great for fine wines

  • Houston

    Romantic

  • Houston

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Potente offers a sublime dining experience with "impeccable service" and "exquisite" Italian cuisine. Guests rave about the "amazing" food, notably the truffle pasta and cacio e pepe. The elegant atmosphere and attentive staff, like Valentin, enhance the overall experience, making Potente a must-visit for fine dining in Houston.
2,026 Reviews

  1. Andrew VIP

    Houston59 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quiet night at potent with great service and some newer menu items. Happy to see kitchen and overall staff still hitting on all cylinders.

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  2. robert

    Edinburgh/Midlothian1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, an outstanding experience. All was amazing except the noise but I attribute that to the table of 3 guys next us. For us, Potente is top 3 in Houston, possibly the best.

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  3. Katy VIP

    Houston158 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience at Potente! Food and service were outstanding. Best Italian Fine Dining in the area.

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  4. Jeff

    Minneapolis - St. Paul5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience Had challenges with arrival time of some of my guests (client), but the restaurant staff was SUPER cool about it. Wine selection was good & the food was fabulous. Our server knew the menu very well & he made excellent suggestions. Sometimes people are unsure of what to order so suggestions are really appreciated. We split the the famous truffle spaghetti & they portioned it out for the 4 of us. I can't wait to go back!

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  5. Terry VIP

    Houston49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The branzino was ok but was a small portion, the taste was good but it was sitting in vegetable juices making it a bit soggy.

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  6. Martin

    Central Texas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent and service was great. Old fashion bourbon is superb

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  7. Abdelmajid

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole experience was great from start to finish

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  8. Emma

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service was amazing. Atmosphere was very classy and elegant.

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  9. Steven

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love their food. It is served by an attentive and interactive waiter who knew the menu thoroughly. I will definitely go back.

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  10. Renee

    Houston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Potente never disappoints. The food was fantastic, we had our favorite booth and the server was great. You have to get the noodles.

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FAQs

Potente offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 237-1515.

Potente is rated 4.9 stars by 2026 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Potente

1515 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Crawford
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Cajun
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Danny Trace
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.potentehouston.com/
  • Phone number
    (713) 237-1515
  • Private party facilities
    Thank you for considering Potente for your special occasion. No matter the need for your event, we will ensure that we create the most memorable experience for you and your guests.
  • Private party contact
    Event Coordinator: (713) 237-1515
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