Best Lunch Restaurants in Central Southwest

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1. Just Lunch

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Price: Moderate

• American • Montrose

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2. Ouisie's Table

4.8

Exceptional(4774)

Price: Moderate

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 32 times today

Known by generations for her hospitality, proprietress Elouise Adams Jones, a.k.a. Ouisie, serves an eclectic collection of Southern foods with an excellent wine list to match. High ceilings and fans in the main dining room it evoke the ambiance of a Texas manor house. The adjacent dining porch overlooking the patio and garden, as well as Cooper’s Wine Bin, provide additional dining and entertaining areas. The daily fare encompasses traditional offerings like her well-loved pimento cheese, the shrimp and grits, and the popular Gulf Coast oysters to the favorite Tuesday special Ouisie’s award winning chicken fried steak with corn pudding. A fine plate of grilled Prime beef tenderloin or a brace of quail stuffed with super lump crab meat with Cognac glaze are good examples of the daily specials one might find on the blackboard. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch on weekends.

3. The Marigold Club

4.6

Exceptional(203)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Montrose

Booked 34 times today

Welcome to The Marigold Club, where the opulence of Mayfair London meets the vibrant energy of our beloved Houston. As the fourth jewel in the crown of Goodnight Hospitality, The Marigold Club embraces French cuisine while celebrating the global influences of London culture. Picture lavishly adorned interiors, exuding warmth and sophistication, where every detail whispers luxury.Helmed by Chef Partner Austin Waiter, our culinary journey transports you to the heart of French cuisine, reimagined through the lens of British dining clubs. From meticulously crafted dishes to impeccable service, and overflowing glasses of Champagne, every moment at The Marigold Club is a world where posh elegance meets lively Southern charm.

4. Eunice

4.7

Exceptional(2614)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 51 times today

Named affectionately after executive chef Drake Leonards’ South Louisiana hometown, Eunice offers a modern Cajun-Creole brasserie-style menu inspired by the flavors of his childhood.The seasonally-inspired menus marry European influences with the ingredients and foodways of the Gulf Coast. Enjoy the dining experience inside at the bar, at a table along the floor to ceiling windows, or outside on our patio. We offer happy hour every day from 3 pm to 6 pm including $1.50 oysters, Discounted Draft Beers, House Wine, and classic cocktails

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5. Le Jardinier - Houston

4.7

Exceptional(185)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Heights / Washington

Booked 9 times today

Michelin-starred Le Jardinier is a unique and refined restaurant from Michelin-starred Chef Alain Verzeroli located in The Museum of Fine Arts Houston.Rooted in timeless French approach, Chef Verzeroli has created a menu where plants play a prominent role: seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs, and greens are complemented by wild and sustainable fish with local Texas meats. All our breads are gluten-free and baked in house.Le Jardinier's light-filled space will evoke a feeling of relaxed-luxury and incorporate custom art pieces with outdoor dining set within an Isamu Noguchi-designed sculpture garden. In 2024, Le Jardinier was awarded one Michelin Star at Texas' Inaugural Michelin Guide.

6. Balboa Surf Club

4.8

Exceptional(57)

Price: Expensive

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 58 times today

Balboa Surf Club is an upscale American restaurant in the heart of Uptown, Houston, located in Post Oak Plaza. The menu places an emphasis on fresh seafood from around the country, including a curated sushi program, as well as salads, hearty sandwiches, a standout hamburger, and hand-cut steaks.Beverage selections include classic house cocktails, and an extensive yet approachable wine list.The dining room is made up of lush plants, intimate booths as well as a full service bar and lush patio.Balboa is open 7 days a week for both lunch and dinner.

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7. McCormick & Schmick's - Houston (Uptown Park)

4.6

Exceptional(3375)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 25 times today

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks brings the Pacific Northwest's favorite restaurant to Bayou City! We are conveniently located in the Uptown Park Shopping Center – off of Post Oak Boulevard and Loop 610 West. From fresh seafood and shellfish to Steak and garden fresh salads, our goal is to exceed your dining expectations. As our guest, you will experience culinary excellence at its best. Our menus reflect seafood from the Pacific Rim, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico. We also source products from local ranches, farms, and wineries to showcase regionally inspired dishes.

8. Bloom & Bee

4.6

Exceptional(1563)

Price: Expensive

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 26 times today

Bloom & Bee is an enchanting dining destination with a focus on fresh, locally-inspired cuisine. Reminiscent of a lush garden filled with gorgeous blooms, Bloom & Bee invites the outdoors in with extravagant floral accents, pastel colors and a wealth of natural light. Enjoy light sustainable dishes to hearty handmade pastas under an elaborate ceiling of blown glass flowers or on the elegant outdoor patio for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

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9. The Annie Café & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1458)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 51 times today

The Annie Café & Bar offers a fresh take on Texas-influenced American cuisine by award-winning Executive Chef Robert Del Grande. A concept from Houston-based Berg Hospitality Group and restaurateur Benjamin Berg, the revamped legendary restaurant provides Houstonians with a well-rounded, approachable menu in a vibrant, sophisticated atmosphere. We are open daily for lunch, dinner, happy hour and weekend brunch! We are also offering online ordering for curbside take-out and delivery at this link: https://www.theanniehouston.com/order-pickup#getting-started?location=houston

10. Brasserie 19

4.7

Exceptional(2685)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • River Oaks

Booked 42 times today

Brasserie 19, located in Houston’s 77019 neighborhood, offers a modern amalgamation of French brasserie fare and well-known American influences. The menu utilizes the freshest seasonal ingredients in thoughtfully prepared dishes. Brasserie 19 boasts an expansive, carefully developed wine list. Brasserie 19's sophisticated yet unpretentious interiors are bathed in deep blues, cool greys, and whites, with antiqued woods and white marble used throughout. Blue velvet banquettes are paired with woven chairs and complemented by white linen-covered tables to create a casually elegant setting for lunch, dinner or weekend brunch. Brasserie 19 serves lunch and dinner 7 days a week, as well as brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.

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Deirdre
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Beautiful restaurant, attentive service, delicious food and presentation. Perfect place for a special occasion or romantic meal. An unforgettable experience that makes you feel you are definitely not in Texas anymore.
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The Marigold ClubPrice: Very Expensive• French• Montrose
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4.6
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Misty
Orlando / Central Florida East •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Thr food was good, solid presentation and taste. It was not busy so there was a nice, relaxed atmosphere. The highlight to Eunice was our server, Wren. She was outstanding - super engaging! She took phenomenal care of us!
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EunicePrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
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4.7
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David
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great hospitality and fantadtic meal. Andres the somm was wonderful as was our server Fleming. Looking forward to returning for next seasons menu!
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Le Jardinier - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• French• Heights / Washington
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4.7
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Sheila
Austin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
I have eaten here several times and enjoyed both the food and the experience. It was a bit congested today, particularly as we were seated very close to where counter seats were located. The food I ordered required a substitute due to something not being available, which was a disappointment, but additional shrimp was offered and accepted as a substitute. The waitress was very competent and friendly. Valet service was timely and professional as previously experienced.
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Ouisie's TablePrice: Moderate• American• Galleria / Uptown
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4.8

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135 restaurants available nearby

1. Just Lunch

2. Ouisie's Table

3. The Marigold Club

4. Eunice

5. Le Jardinier - Houston

6. Balboa Surf Club

7. McCormick & Schmick's - Houston (Uptown Park)

8. Bloom & Bee

9. The Annie Café & Bar

10. Brasserie 19

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