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Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks, Houston, TX

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.6
4.6
315 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian
Zanti presents authentic Italian cuisine in a high-end casual atmosphere. Contemporary décor will combine with a charming outdoor patio, bar lounge area, pizza station and lively dining room. Handmade pasta, prepared daily in our kitchen and our gleaming brick oven, in which we will bake pizza, piadinas and select main dishes, will add to the unique vibrancy of Zanti. It is a place to feel yourself among friends and enjoy the beauty of the Italian experience.

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2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 106 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (281) 845-4990

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Executive chef

    Stefano Ferrero

  • Private party facilities

    www.zanticucina.com

  • Neighborhood

    River Oaks

  • Cross street

    Driscoll St

  • Parking details

    Valet

  • Additional

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

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What 315 people are saying

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. DavidM

    Houston

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was outstanding!! The wines were perfectly matched with our meal!!! The waitstaff was beyond great!!! This place is amazing
  2. JenniferK

    Houston

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was wonderful and our server Justin was amazing- will be back and request him again. His knowledge of the menu and the food was impressive-
  3. Tony

    Houston

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a fabulous brunch Sunday. Excellent service by Andres, delicious pasta and pizza. The drinks were tasty too!
  4. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Honestly, one of the best restaurants that I’ve been to in Houston so far Chris was absolutely amazing very down to earth and knowledgeable guy. He made our anniversary a wonderful experience. The food was absolutely amazing most definitely coming back.
  5. MariaT

    Houston

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great ambience and food Not kid friendly Fun for special occasion or friends night out DJ great music
  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing atmosphere great date night! And the food was superb.
  7. JasmineB

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Prices are super fair compared to other restaurants. Fresh food. Interactive dishes. Staff is wonderful.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time there, and let me say it exceeded expectations. Beautiful vibe, spacious, and our waiter Justin was the cherry on top. The food was 12/10. Everything was so good, including the drinks—specifically the handmade pasta. Anyway can’t recommend it enough. I will add this place to my must-return list.
  9. OpenTable Diner

    New Mexico

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    Front doors were impassable - being worked on. Restaurant was very cold due to doors being wide open. Manager breezed by, didn’t seem genuine in his inquiry re our experience.
  10. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were Celebrating Women and had a great experience with Dominique. We shall return to experience other menu items, the patio and bar. I would like to be offered a dessert on the house. The Lemon Meringue sounds tasty.
  11. AlexisP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Only issue was the music. The live piano player was playing covers of radio friendly pop songs and it took away from the classy feel of the restaurant. He was belting out and it was very distracting. Soft jazz or covers with little to no lyrics would have been better. Other than that the staff, food & experience was great!
  12. ToriL

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    salmon was plain. cheese ravioli was pretty good, only because of the added truffle oil. Too bright, too loud. could hear every conversation and fork/knife hitting the plate.
  13. OKCfoodies

    Chicago

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great experience! L no seated in the bar area with an An extremely talented entertainer directly in front , he knows a wide range of tunes and can sing! The service is spot on in every aspect. No rush, but any finished dish removed quickly. They have great people and management. Then there’s the food. Pasta is al’ dente and amazing. Sauces spot on, all items taste great and are well plated. An outstanding evening. Don’t miss this gem!
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful dinning experience for my Wife’s birthday. She and I both enjoyed all aspects of our evening. Service was amazing beginning to end. The drinks and food were equally enjoyable. Would recommend to try this restaurant if you have not before
  15. Mgee

    Houston

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Food was great but service didn’t match. Might have been out waiters first night on the job. Didn’t know a lot but hovered a ton!
  16. JohnnyC

    Houston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best restaurants I’ve been I have been to in a while
  17. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great experience!! Went with my parents for my birthday last night, and everything was great. The food was amazing and so was our waitress!
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sam, the waiter, was awesome! He created the best experience
  19. JenB

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food!! We will definitely return. The pizza crust is to die for.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love the restaurant and the service
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Our waitress, Anne, was attentive and helpful. Chef came by to do his rounds and I found that sweet. It lets you know that the people who cook your food care about what you’re consuming. Finally, the manager stopped by our table and asked us how we’re doing. We had a late dinner, but that didn’t stop the employees’ hospitality — from the moment you arrive up til the end of your meal. Or desert, if you choose to stay for something sweet. I made this reservation for my mom’s birthday. We enjoyed everything that was going on. Drinks were served before our meals and the appetizer came in steaming hot. Live crowd, everyone is having a good time, and the decor is great to look at. I also like that they have these racks for your jackets and purses. Last but not least, dolce. I’m a huge fan of Italian deserts and the tortino di latte bruciato tied the knot. Comes very close in rating to the vanilla exotic panna cotta I had from Olio e Più in New York. By the way, there’s this cake you can only get at Zanti’s and it was delicious. It reminds me of Christmas! We will be back.
  22. HeatherH

    Houston

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    It was my birthday and we loved celebrating there. The food was great and the chef came out to speak with guests to make sure everyone was enjoying their meal.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Amarillo

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    It was my birthday, and I told the servant that we are here to celebrate it with my boyfriend. The servant said it will be little celebration with chef recommended sweet, we left without celebration and I was little disappointed since this restaurant was my first choice to celebrate my birthday.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall3food5service4ambience3
    We got stuck at a table by the bathrooms again when we have reservations far in advance
  25. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food. Good wines. Good service!
  26. PaytonB

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my second time to enjoy Zanti. I was not QUITE the fabulous experience we had the first time mainly because my favorite waiter Giggy was off, but our waiter was excellent none the less. Besides that, last night it was VERY noisy to the extent that we had to raise our voices to hear across a 2 top. Otherwise it was fabulous! The interior design is the very best, the food is really wonderful, and the service impeccable. I highly recommend this restaurant.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food2service5ambience1
    Nice but way too noisy - could barely talk. Food was good. Service was great.
  28. lulu

    Houston

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent Menu. Food was really good
  29. RobinW

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Attentive wait staff and delicious food! The steak tartare and artichoke appetizers were delicious, as was the gnocchi.
  30. Tipsy

    Washington DC

    62 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    62 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Elegant and energetic restaurant with great food and profesional service!
  31. Globaldiner

    Houston

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Great service but scallops and fish both rubbery slightly over cooked
  32. MartinS

    Houston

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Great experience for special occasions. The price was a bit higher than other similar venues.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    39 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience4
    The service was absolutely awful. My dining companion had to keep refilling my water as our waiter rarely come and that’s IF we even had water on the table to fill as our glasses sat empty majority of the meal. My husband needed a napkin so I had to go and get it myself. The reservation was for 6 and you originally try to make a table of 4, for 6 which would have been way too small. when we asked to move to a table that was actually in deed for 6,the hostess rolled her eyes and let out a sarcastic remark. No one came by to see how we were doing and when we asked for the check- we never received it after 40 minutes and went and specifically asked the manager for the check since our waiter had clearly forgotten about us. Probably the worst service we have had in a very long time and don’t appreciate how we were treated by the hostess when we didn’t do anything wrong.
  34. Mimi1103

    New Orleans

    57 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Rowdy crowd, but lots of plain clothes security ! We were gone by 7:45!
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfect dinner for any occasion. Service was amazing, food was fantastic.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    The food was good, although overpriced - nothing exceptional or special. It was nice to have live music, but service was only essential and adequate.
  37. Foodie

    Houston

    157 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    157 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience4
    This one of the new places to be seen. Full of young people taking selfies of themselves. Trying to dress up for pictures. The dress up part I like since most places are too casual now. The place is deafeningly loud. The food is good and highly priced. It was annoying to be told you get get a smaller portion of pasta to try as an appetizer. How hard is it to put less pasta in the boiling water.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amy was our server and was excellent - she was the right amount of attentive and made great recommendations for both drinks and food! We will be back and request Amy.
  39. JasonS

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My new favorite restaurant! The food is excellent and the service is thorough. I love the vibe and ambiance of this place. I left full and content and didn’t break the bank lol
  40. Vacationers

    Houston

    56 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    First time trying Zanti. Here is our review: Pros - Decor was stunning - Rib eye steak was delicious - tiramisu in the metal coffee pot was perfect Cons - noise level was unbearable so much that we couldn’t even hear each other talking or the poor singer on the piano. - Twice the bread came burned black on the edges & when we asked the waiter about it, he said ‘sorry I don’t make this bread or I wouldn’t burn it’ - sounded condescending. - my guest ordered wine & another server spilled couple ounces over the edge of the glass. Then placed the dripping wine at another spot on the white linen creating more rings of red wine on the white table cloth. Either the servers are not trained fully or in super hurry / stressed. We are going to wait a while till they get settled to try their delicious menu again.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

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

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (281) 845-4990.

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks is rated 4.6 stars by 315 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

11:30 PM


Booked 106 times today
Google Map for Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

1958 W Gray St suite 101, Houston, TX 77019-4816

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Driscoll St

  • Neighborhood

    River Oaks

  • Hours of operation

    Mon–Wed 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Business Casual

  • Parking details

    Valet

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Stefano Ferrero

  • Additional

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

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