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Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks, Houston, TX

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.8 (1234)
$50 and over
Italian
1958 W Gray St suite 101, Houston, TX 77019-4816

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Hilario Zamora
  • Private party facilities
    From executive dinners to family feasts, our spaces effortlessly adapt to every occasion. Whether indoors or enjoying the fresh air on our patio, Zanti has the perfect setting to make your celebration unforgettable.
  • Private party contact
    Events Sales Manager: (832) 948-0216
  • 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, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Zanti Power Lunch

    $35.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a three course lunch for $35. Choose from a list of appetizers, entrees and dessert. This menu includes ice tea or soft drink (not bottle water). Service is not included.
    Zanti Power Lunch Photo

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What 1,234 people are saying

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks delights with its elegant atmosphere, exceptional service, and delectable Italian cuisine. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "delicious food," with standout dishes like the lamb ossobuco and branzino. The ambiance is lively yet refined, making it ideal for celebrations and special occasions.
1,234 Reviews
  1. Donald VIP

    Houston47 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a fantastic restaurant with great food and a wine

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  2. EJ

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Easy, amazing food, amazing atmosphere, amazing service. I've gone here a few times and I plan on coming back several more great, great, great restaurant

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  3. Nancy VIP

    Houston55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First of all, start with the handsome restaurant itself. So attractive with its crystal chandeliers and clubby ambiance, one feels welcomed to something special right away. The specified areas within the well-designed space meld perfectly and allow some privacy in each. It got livelier as time went on so we were happy there was no musician playing to make it even louder. We loved our Pepperoni Margherita pizza as a shared appetizer along with the Zanti Artichoke and Eggplant Parmigiana (it needs a little work). All the pastas were delicious (Rigatoni, Pappardelle, Truffle Cheese Ravioli and Beef Ravioli). Wild mushrooms were perfect and desserts were downed despite our being full! What really impressed us was the cordiality of the staff. Our server, Carolina, was patient and smiled through a barrage of questions. The bartender nailed our martinis and Cristopher gave us a tour of the rest of the plant afterwards, another reason to return soon. We also appreciated meeting the owner, Santiago, who broke from a meeting with private clients in the wine cellar to greet us. Zanti is a welcome addition to Houston's culinary scene.

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  4. Maher

    Houston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and ambience. Prices a bit too high.

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  5. Rae VIP

    Houston59 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Zanti is a lovely restaurant with excellent service. My rating is based on the fact that my chicken piccata was swimming in butter sauce and was much too rich.

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  6. Alice

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came here for my birthday dinner and had a great time. Louis, our server, was amazing—and we found out we share the same birthday, which was such a fun surprise! He was attentive and made everything smooth. Most dishes were tasty and fit our preferences well. The lamb was tender but a bit too gamey for me. They even brought out a little sparkler with dessert, which made the night feel extra festive. Big thanks to Louis and the team for making my birthday feel so special!
    Zanti Cucina Italiana - River OaksResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to review us Alice! We’re glad to hear you had a great birthday dinner and that Louis helped make the evening feel extra special. We appreciate your feedback on the dishes and are happy to hear most met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  7. Barbara VIP

    San Antonio2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and our server, Brian was one of the best I’ve had. He made great suggestions, including wine, and answered all of our food questions very knowledgeably.

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  8. Sheila

    Houston17 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Not many Italian dishes on the menu, which is a little odd given the name, but the food was good. Very loud music that’s hard to escape. Beautiful atmosphere.
    Zanti Cucina Italiana - River OaksResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to review us Sheila! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food and atmosphere. We appreciate your feedback and will be sharing your comments with our team. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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  9. Gina VIP

    Houston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice place with great food. Lively Ambience. Enjoyed the pizza, beef ravioli, and crispy potatoes.

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  10. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment you pull up to valet you are going to experience the most amazing service. Every single individual at Zanti is so kind and accommodating. We celebrated our friend who is a mommy to be and they went above and beyond to help set up a memorable experience. The food was phenomenal and remember, do not skip dessert. We will definitely be going back.
    Zanti Cucina Italiana - River OaksResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to review us! From valet to dessert, we’re thrilled every part of your experience felt special. We’re glad we could celebrate the special occasion with you and made it memorable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

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FAQs

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (281) 378-4890.

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks is rated 4.8 stars by 1234 OpenTable diners.

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks 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.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Experiences are available.
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, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Hilario Zamora
  • 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, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    From executive dinners to family feasts, our spaces effortlessly adapt to every occasion. Whether indoors or enjoying the fresh air on our patio, Zanti has the perfect setting to make your celebration unforgettable.
  • Private party contact
    Events Sales Manager: (832) 948-0216
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