Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in The Woodlands

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Updated October 05, 2024

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Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar - The Woodlands

4.8

4.8 (2813)

$31 to $50

Seafood

The Woodlands

About the restaurant

Tommy Bahama combines a tranquil environment and good food with an emphasis on hospitality to make for the perfect place to recharge or unwind while indulging in a unique dining experience. The experience is sure to feel like a getaway, whether you’re on vacation or looking for a vacation from your everyday life. For more information: www.tommybahama.com.

Top review

Davidvip

Dined 1 day ago

Great food, service, and libations. Acoustics to deaden noise would make a nice improvement.

The Republic Grille -The Woodlands

4.8

4.8 (656)

$30 and under

Southern

The Woodlands

About the restaurant

Enjoy a relaxed dining experience in a rustic, yet classy setting featuring historical photos on the creation of The Woodlands by oilman George Mitchell. Owners Terry & Jennifer McBurney offer guests a variety of Texan and Southern inspired cuisine complemented by professional and courteous service. Enjoy mouthwatering appetizers such as Crab Cakes, Coconut Shrimp, Jumbo Grilled Wings or Caprese. Entrees include American Wagyu Chicken-Fried Steak, Texas Quail, Certified Angus Steaks, Blackened Flounder unique Pasta dishes and Salads. End your meal with one of many scratch made Desserts including a gluten free Strawberry Shortcake.

Featured on the TV show GoodTaste, it has received rave reviews in the Houston Chronicle, Zagat, Open Table and PKWY Magazine. This restaurant even provides a relaxing patio where guests can enjoy live music depending on the season.

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Tomvip

Dined 2 days ago

Great food and service from Chris !!! Always fresh delicious food.

Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - The Woodlands

4.8

4.8 (1204)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

The Woodlands

About the restaurant

Inspired by long days on the Gulf, late nights on the ranch and the colorful creations of our abuela, our family's Kitchen & Cantina showcases the rich foods and traditions we grew up with on both sides of the border.

Nothing matches the flavor of food grilled over mesquite. Try wood-fired Texas quail swaddled in homemade tortillas, jalapeno rellanos stuffed with house-made chorizo and sizzling, family-style parrilladas - huge mixed platters of wild game and fresh vegetables, topped with pico de gallo and queso fresco - a unique spin on Houston barbeque.

Our days begin roasting chilies and tomatoes, rolling fresh tortillas in our bakery and wringing every last drop of Ruby Red grapefruit for cocktails. We hand-grind our own sausage and hand-trim every ounce of meat in our butchery, then anoint it with the savory seasonings and marinades we've honed over generations.

A few margaritas on our patio and you've found your new casa sweet casa.

Top review

Areyanna

Dined today

Mackenzie was very attentive and kind. Wad helpful with any questions on the menu that we had and even helped out with our to-go items! Food was amazing and very delicious. I definitely recommend to anyone wanting to try!

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4.8

4.8 (110)

$30 and under

Sushi

The Woodlands

About the restaurant

Discover the best Japanese cuisine you have ever tasted at Sakekawa Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar.
Our restaurants boast a wide selection of delicious sushi and hibachi dishes, as well as a full service bar where you can enjoy our impressive selection of fine wines, saké, and specialty drinks.

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wilma

Dined on Oct 4, 2024

Hibachi is always great! Prices very competitive with other eateries & food is always outstanding!

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Experience

Hibachi Experience

Porta'Vino - The Woodlands

4.7

4.7 (568)

$30 and under

Italian

The Woodlands

About the restaurant

Discover delicious modern Italian & incredible wine prices at Porta'Vino in The Woodlands!

Porta'Vino offers an impressive wine list at prices competitive with local discount wine stores! In fact, many guests purchase cases of wine to go, so we consider Porta'Vino part wine store. You are also welcome to BYOB for a corkage fee.

Signature dishes include Calabrese Crispy Shrimp, Balloon Bread, Wild Boar Bolognese, Barramundi Sea Bass & our Double-Cut Smoked Pork Chop! Make sure to save room for our Coconut Cream Pie, Medium Rare Brownie, or Apple Crisp. You can't go wrong with our menu selections.

The restaurant has a welcoming dining room, a spacious patio, and private dining rooms for events. A free parking garage is located behind the restaurant. Park, Dine, then walk to the nearby Woodlands Pavilion.

Porta'Vino also hosts a Winemaker Dinner Series. To receive invitations to these special events, please email events@portavino.com.

Top review

Kyle and Melissavip

Dined today

We had a wonderful experience, as usual! Food and service were excellent.

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Azzurro Italian Coastal Cuisine

4.7

4.7 (418)

$30 and under

Italian

The Woodlands

About the restaurant

Set sail for an unmatched gastronomic adventure at Azzurro Italian Coastal Cuisine. The vibrant, seaside décor will allow the ambiance to fully reflect the emphasis of the coastal region of Italy. The cuisine showcases Italian coastal seafood specialties, handmade pastas, braised meats and steak options. Happy hours, business lunches, special celebrations, or intimate dinners, come discover the rich flavors of the Italian coast in an overlooking the beautiful Lake Woodlands.

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Glenn

Dined on Oct 3, 2024

Wonderful lunch experience. Sat outside with water view. Very pleasant. Fantastic lunch menu. Food was great! Highly recommend.

North Italia - Woodlands

4.6

4.6 (482)

$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.

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Evelyn

Dined 6 days ago

We had a wonderful dinner there last night. The service was quick and the food and drinks were amazing. My first experience with North Italia was at the Dominion in Austin, TX and it was amazing and the Woodlands location was no exception. A++++ ALL THE WAY AROUND!

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Hearsay on The Waterway

4.5

4.5 (1130)

$30 and under

American

The Woodlands

About the restaurant

Located in The Woodlands, our On The Waterway location offers a unique dining experience with a chic antique atmosphere. Combining exclusive historic architectural elements with a stylish modern edge, this setting is enhanced by its natural surroundings and outstanding amenities, all designed for amazing experiences.

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Bryan

Dined 1 day ago

The service here was great. The short rib was outstanding. I will be going back!

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Popular dish

Texas Cut Ribeye

Popular dish

Texas Charcuterie Board

Popular dish

Crab Crusted Redfish

State Fare Kitchen & Bar - The Woodlands

4.5

4.5 (626)

$31 to $50

American

The Woodlands

About the restaurant

One of the newest editions to Restaurant Row in Hughes Landing, State Fare Kitchen & Bar is an
upbeat contemporary American serving a hip twist on American Favorites. Whether a quick business lunch, casual dinner, or joining one of the Woodland’s most popular brunches, there are
options to satisfy every craving. We have semi private
and fully private rooms to celebrate all occasions

Top review

Donna

Dined 5 days ago

When you have a group of 11 people there is always one person who finds faults with at least one thing, service, quality of food, price, location. Well, not this group. Everyone loved the restaurant so much, they wanted to come back next month! Everyone there made me feel like a hero, I was so pleased to hear such wonderful feedback from my former co-workers. Thank you all so much, the staff was outstanding. See ya next month!

Back Table Kitchen & Bar

4.0

4 (1130)

$30 and under

American

The Woodlands

About the restaurant

Back Table Kitchen & Bar

Back Table is a casually stylish, festive and family-friendly gathering place for seasonal, southern-inspired fare with global accents, including Blackened Redfish, Steak Frites and Braised Beef Short Ribs, plus daily specials and a variety of seasonal salads like Coal Roasted Beets & Farmer Lee's Spinach.

Overlooking the 18th green and pond located on the wooded oasis of The Woodlands Resort, Back Table Kitchen & Bar features an outdoor terrace, The Back Porch, to enjoy year-round.

An expansive, three-sided bar is a focal point of Back Table Kitchen & Bar. A full bar with beer taps with local, micro and domestic brews, complements a well-curated selection of wines, plus a clever assortment of craft cocktails and decadent milkshakes.

Private dining is available in the Private Dining Room, which accommodates 20+ for corporate events, wedding rehearsal dinners and other festive occasions.

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Julie

Dined 4 days ago

From the friendly greeting at the hostess stand to excellent service on the patio, my girlfriends and I had a wonderful evening.

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