Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Houston

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Lomonte's Italian Restaurant & Bar

4.9

4.9 (483)

$30 and under

Italian

Energy Corridor

About the restaurant

Lomonte's Italian Restaurant & Bar is located in Houston. It's an elegant restaurant that feels comfortable for guests on any occasion. The natural wood floors and furniture, painted stone walls and home-style decor pieces help to create an atmosphere that promotes conversation. This is a family-friendly restaurant and has been owned and run by the founder, Barbie Lomonte, since 1986.

At Lomonte's Italian Restaurant & Bar, guests can order an array of high-quality Italian dishes and pair a drink of choice from the full-service bar. Some of the popular dishes from the menu include Lomonte's beef lasagna, lobster ravioli, pistachio-crusted chicken, catfish picante, veal con limone and delicious eggplant parmigiana. We offer delivery through Doordash, UberEats and Favor. Lomonte's Italian Restaurant & Bar is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday and only dinner on Saturdays. We are closed on Sundays.

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PatVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Great experience with fabulous service and scrumptious food

Porta'Vino

4.9

4.9 (1627)

$30 and under

Italian

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

Houstons newest BYOB Restaurant.
Casual Atmosphere, Incredible wine prices, Amazing Food

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Julie

Dined 4 days ago

We had the Chef's Selection. They pick the food and wine pairings. Wonderful!

Tony's

4.9

4.9 (967)

$31 to $50

Italian

Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

About the restaurant

For over 50 years, Tony’s has been Houston’s pinnacle of fine dining. Under Donna Vallone's leadership, Chef Kate McLean brings a vibrant twist, blending live-action presentations with meticulous attention to detail. The menu features house-made pasta, seasonal ingredients, and signature dishes like Flaming Salt Crust Snapper and the indulgent Battle Axe Course. Alongside caviar and tasting menus, Kate’s creations merge her free spirit with the formal tradition instilled by her mentor, Tony Vallone. A Houston native, Kate became Tony’s first female Executive Chef in 2013. After a brief hiatus exploring writing and co-hosting a podcast, she returned in 2022 as Executive Chef and Partner, continuing Tony’s legacy. Located near Greenway Plaza and The Galleria, Tony’s remains the destination for upscale dining, offering a curated spirits list, extensive wine selection, and unforgettable experiences.

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DTVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Delicious meal as always. The highlight was the mini Grand Marnier souffle for two.

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Experience

Tasting Menu - Four or Seven Courses

Experience

The Ballpark at Tony's

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Mykonos WHITE OUT Party!

Amalfi Ristorante Italiano & Bar

4.9

4.9 (1567)

$31 to $50

Italian

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

The western coast of Italy summons visions of gorgeous views, salty air, and the freshest seafood & produce imaginable. Leave your passport at the door – Executive Chef/Owner Giancarlo Ferrara invites you to experience the tastes, aromas, and passions of his homeland right here in Houston through a culinary experience years in the making. The inspired menu at Amalfi emphasizes fresh seafood, vivid citrus, and cozy olive oil in addition to fresh pastas, an assortment of meats, family-made cheeses, cleanly crafted cocktails, and an extensive, thoughtful wine list. Here at Amalfi we strive to offer a warm setting in which to celebrate and cherish both everyday moments and significant milestones. Please visit soon; we look forward to sharing our kitchen with you.

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SergioVIP

Dined 7 days ago

All good, as always..great service, great food, good wine menu…one of m6 favorites

Amore Ristorante

4.7

4.7 (633)

$30 and under

Italian

Conroe

About the restaurant

Experience fine dining in our elegant new location. At Amore, guests are treated to five-star, genuine Italian cuisine in a relaxed, elevated atmosphere. Our menu is created by real Italian chefs who care about the food they make, and care about making it well. Ask any of our guests, and they’d tell you the pasta was delicious, the steak was succulent, and the seafood was to die for, and that they can’t wait to come back.

Amore specializes in savory Italian fare, especially seafood, using the finest ingredients and authentic, time-tested recipes to create the perfect meal for even the most discerning palate. Experience Dal Mare, Le Carni, or Paste/Risotti complemented with our fine offerings of Antipaste, Zuppe or Insalate. All finished off with decadent desserts.

Indulge in one of the fine offerings from Alfred’s Wine Room or share a top shelf cocktail with family and friends at our elegant Spirits Bar.

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DeborahVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Amore was my husband’s first choice for his birthday dinner. Past experience here has made this the top of our list for great, authentic Italian dishes. The food was amazing, and our service was impeccable.

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4.8

4.8 (1619)

$30 and under

Italian

Galveston

About the restaurant

Trattoria La Vigna is your very own little slice of Italy in Downtown Galveston. We offer delicious lunch specials, fresh pasta made daily, homemade desserts, and much more!

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Ram

Dined 5 days ago

Food here is FABULOUS. Everything we ate was delicious. Definitely worth the trip. Make reservations!

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4.9

4.9 (2025)

$50 and over

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

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.

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robert

Dined 2 days ago

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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Experience

High Heels & Happy Hour - Ladie's Night

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Secret Summer Menu

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Whiskey Burn Wednesdays

Fratelli's Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (1082)

$30 and under

Italian

Spring Branch

About the restaurant

Fratellis is happy to say we are still open and doing take out food and wine and curbside So come in or call to help us keep are doors open, thank you for support.
For over 10 years Fratelli's has always been known for serving homemade pastas, seafood, and fine meats, that is still the same. . The chefs have over 25 years of experience. Full service bar from the 1940's; a great part of Houston history. Serving award winning martinis, cosmos, Italian Ritas
Outside seating is available on our spacious patio. We all so have a area for the dog lovers in the neighborhood Wonderful wine list, Kid friendly menus, gluten free dishes.
Elegant reception room, perfect for small parties of 20 up to 120 ppl. with a band or DJ. Birthday Corp.Meetings
Graduation- All Day Seminars- Weddings
Customized menus for all occasions.
We cater all events from 20 to 400 Fratelli's has a large garden area on site or we can come to you. Come experience the best. EAT YOUR PASTA!

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Leonard A .VIP

Dined 6 days ago

Red fish on the regular menu was exceptionally great.

Laurenzo's Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (2298)

$31 to $50

Italian

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

Created by the founders of El Tiempo Cantina, Houston’s First Family of Tex Mex, Laurenzo’s Restaurant features the other side of their family’s Italian, Mexican and American Culinary Heritage. The menu, one of the largest in the city, is packed with recipes dating back generations, and includes fresh Gulf Seafood, Prime Rib, and home-made pasta. If you’re in the mood for good ‘old home-style cooking’ made from scratch daily with the freshest of ingredients, then Laurenzo’s is your place. The family has been cooking with love in Houston for over three generations, just the way their matriarch Mama Ninfa Laurenzo taught them.

Make your reservation today! Goza Cada Momento – Enjoy Every Moment!

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GingerVIP

Dined 7 days ago

I have eaten at Laurenzo's several times and it is one of my favorite places. The food is always delicious and the service is outstanding!

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Experience

Thursday's Prime Rib & Steak Night

Brossa's Cibo-e-Vino

4.8

4.8 (237)

$30 and under

Italian

Brenham

About the restaurant

Fresh Italian bistro in beautiful Brenham, TX. House-made pastas, sandwiches, soups and salads set in a a quaint converted craftsman home. Pair a bottle from our incredible wine list with our Wild Boar Pappardelle, Eggplant Parm or fresh branzino.

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BrianVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Awesome homemade, fresh pasta, Merit knows more about wine than I’ll ever know.

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