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Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in The Woodlands

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Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in The Woodlands? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Amrina restaurant
4.9
4.9 (474)
$50 and over
Contemporary Indian
The Woodlands
About the restaurant
Located off the beautiful Waterway of The Woodlands, Amrina is a fine-dining eclectic restaurant. The menu is a testament to the artistry of Chef Jassi and his chefs, crafted with an unparalleled devotion to culinary excellence. From the opulence of oysters and caviar to an array of tantalizing vegetarian, meat, and seafood delights, every dish reflects the diversity and richness of Indian gastronomy. Steaks include succulent filet mignon, mouthwatering bone-in ribeye, ever-popular New York strip, and sumptuous A5 Miyazaki ribeye.

The restaurant has been honored Restaurant of the Year 2022 by several publications, including Eater Houston. Alison Cook of the Houston Chronicle, has hailed Amrina “one of Houston’s most exciting restaurants, with destination-worthy dining”. Amrina has also been awarded the Best of Award of Excellence by Wine Spectator.

Enjoy Happy Hour with colleagues, a date on the Patio, business in the Private Dining Room, or intimate experience at the Chef's Table!

Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 3 days ago
What an incredible restaurant! The food is unique and so delicious. It is so beautifully presented and the taste is equally impressive. The service has also been excellent both times we have eaten here. Our waiter Jackson and the managers all helped to make our anniversary celebration extra special last night!
A photo of Uni Sushi restaurant
4.8
4.8 (367)
$31 to $50
Sushi
The Woodlands
About the restaurant
Uni Sushi excels in what is most attributed to Asian cuisine, Sushi. From the best quality of sushi, to some of the largest selections, and to the greatest eye appeal: Uni Sushi has it all!

Uni Sushi is a sophisticated Japanese/European fusion experience that’s not all about fish. You can cozy up to your dining partner over such delicacies as the Chilean Sea Bass, Kobe Beef Hibachi, Firecracker Chicken, and the ever popular Rib-Eye Beef Rolls.

Uni Sushi also offers an extensive drink list from domestic and imported beers to the finest sakes. The bar is the perfect place to enjoy a selection of fine wines as well as creative and calming martinis.

Top review
ruthie
Dined on Oct 26, 2024
Food as always was delicious. Our server Maxamilio was great. The music wasn’t to our taste and it was way too loud. We felt the place needs to have a deep clean and a “facelift” to get it back to the higher end feel it had. The menus are tacky, curtains were dirty and restrooms were not in a good way and certainly not being checked by staff. All this being said we still enjoyed our meal and drinks but just a little disappointed.
A photo of TRIS restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2121)
$50 and over
American
The Woodlands
About the restaurant
Chef Austin Simmons combines worldly flavors with classic culinary techniques presented in familiar, yet sophisticated dishes at TRIS.
Top review
Peter
Dined 3 days ago
The more things change the more they stay the same. My wife and I continue to be amazed out how Tris can change parts of their menu and consistently create apps, main courses, mixed drinks, and desserts that are delicious, every time. The service continues to be prompt, informative, and focused on our experience being impeccable.
A photo of Costa Fina Latin Cuisine restaurant
4.8
4.8 (113)
$30 and under
Latin American
The Woodlands
About the restaurant
Costa Fina brings a contemporary twist to culinary methods infused with Latin-coastal flavors. Visitors are welcomed to embark on a gastronomic adventure through Latin America within an elegant tropical ambiance. Complemented by a varied wine selection, artisanal cocktails, and an extensive range of tequila and mezcal, these offerings perfectly complement the freshly prepared Latin dishes.
Top review
Kathy
Dined on Oct 3, 2024
The food was delicious and service was very attentive & friendly. Unique restaurant.
A photo of The Federal Grill - The Woodlands restaurant
4.7
4.7 (971)
$30 and under
American
The Woodlands
About the restaurant
Dress up or dress down. A bourbon, or a beer. A ribeye, or a burger. Once you're here, you'll find that "Yes is the answer!" is our culture and genuine service is the reason we are Houston's premiere spirits and scratch kitchen destination.
Top review
Denuchvip
Dined 4 days ago
Our first visit here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. The entire experience was outstanding. Not only did we get a special dessert but the staff signed and gave us a card! Who does that? Needless to say we will be back as the staff and food were great! Thank you
A photo of Xalisko Cocina Mexicana restaurant
4.7
4.7 (475)
$31 to $50
Mexican
The Woodlands
About the restaurant
Chef Beatriz Martines
When ideas, hard work and talent meet, there's only one thing to look forward to...
~XALISKO~
A new Mexican gastronomy experience has been created with thought of heritage and the ingredients of your life experience.
Tradition pasted down for generations accompanied by years of cultivating a personal touch to this amazing cuisine. You will see signs of utilizing the most important crops of the Xalisko area: rice, corn, avocados, etc... traditional dessert from the area of Jalisco, Michoacan and Nayarit, and smart seleccion of Mexican, Mexican Spirits and artisanal beer.

Top review
Aracely
Dined 5 days ago
Food is the excellent!!! Over all great place! Really enjoy our time here with family!
A photo of Bosscat Kitchen - The Woodlands restaurant
4.6
4.6 (584)
$31 to $50
American
The Woodlands
About the restaurant
Bosscat Kitchen & Libations perfectly meshes upscale and casual dining with an expansive whiskey selection and unique offering of American comfort food. It offers high energy, open spaced concepts to promote a lively dining experience. With the rustic industrial aesthetic, brick metal and barrels are prevalent in the space. One of its best attractions is the famous whiskey room, that houses hundreds of whiskies from several countries. From high end whiskies like Pappy Van Winkle, to a shot of Jameson & Coors Light, there is something here for everyone's taste; and Bosscat prides itself on being this type of environment. New flavors and recipes are often brought into the kitchen. All cooks on staff are encouraged to brainstorm and eat with the executive chef, Peter Petro. This collaborative process is the foundation of their culinary art. Encouraging and fostering new ideas with seasonal produce, meats and spices fosters the fun and unique dining experience they so strongly emulate.
Top review
Camillevip
Dined 3 days ago
We were first time patrons celebrating my daughter’s birthday. It was an absolutely fantastic experience from beginning to end.
A photo of North Italia - Woodlands restaurant
4.6
4.6 (496)
$30 and under
Italian
The Woodlands
About the restaurant
At North, we set the standard for crave-worthy by serving delicious handmade food daily. Our chefs use only the freshest ingredients to create Italian dishes that consistently satisfy. Enjoy pastas made from scratch daily. Favorites like Bolognese and Chicken Parm. And unexpected bites that go above beyond, like savory Zucca Chips and White Truffle Garlic Bread. Plus an assortment of house-made cocktails, expertly curated wine, and local craft beers that will beckon you to relax, sip and savor every moment you are here.
Top review
Elainevip
Dined 1 day ago
Great good, fun vibe and Daniel our bartender/waiter delivered excellent service! We will be back often!
A photo of Avenida Brazil - Woodlands restaurant
4.5
4.5 (686)
$50 and over
Brazilian Steakhouse
Shenandoah
About the restaurant
Avenida Brazil stays true to the foundations of the traditional Brazilian churrascaria. We offer a world class upscale dining experience with several of the finest cut meats, amazing side dishes, desserts and a full bar that includes red & white wines from across the globe.

The experience is split up into two parts

Part 1: Salad Bar - After being seated, guests can help themselves to our gourmet salad bar stocked with more than 30 fresh items.

Part 2: Meat - At each of our seats, we include a coaster with a red side and a green side. Once back at their table, guests can start signaling our gauchos (meat servers) by flipping over the coaster to the red side. This indicates that the guest is ready to enjoy the 13+ succulent meats, which include lamb, beef, chicken, and fish. As an accent to the meat, we provide five delicious side dishes.

Top review
Veronicavip
Dined 5 days ago
One of our favorites. Gauchos are never rushed, just ask and they will quickly bring your preferred cuts. Cocktails are wow! Try their smoky old fashioned!
A photo of True Food Kitchen - Woodlands restaurant
4.5
4.5 (852)
$30 and under
American
The Woodlands
About the restaurant
True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Woodlands for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located in Woodlands at Market Street, across the street from Drybar and lululemon. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.
Top review
Aurielvip
Dined on Oct 26, 2024
We ordered the same items but noticeably salad ingredients were not consistent in both the components and amount that provide the excellence of the item. Our server seem relatively new in the job with exceptional attempts to provide above and beyond service.
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