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A photo of Avenida Brazil - Southwest Houston restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1149)
Price: Very Expensive
• Brazilian Steakhouse • Stafford
Booked 42 times today
Avenida Brazil is a local traditional Brazilian steakhouse. Our gaucho chefs expertly grill and offer you continuous table side service. We invite you to enjoy the delicious preparations of our gaucho chefs along with our gourmet salad bar, hot side dishes, and extensive wine list. We invite you to come join us, sit back and relax.
A photo of Bistro Le Cep restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1011)
Price: Moderate
• French • Westchase
Booked 2 times today
Opened in 2001, Bistro Le Cep features French home cooking at its finest that can be best described as deeply flavored, elegant, yet straightforward. Combining traditional fine dining with a modern perspective, Bistro Le Cep will impress you and your guests with mouth-watering specialties inspired by authentic age old country recipes. We feature a well stocked bar and our extensive wine list includes an exceptional selection of grand vintages, as well as coveted wines from small producers.
A photo of Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - Galleria restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(8858)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Galleria / Uptown
Booked 93 times today
Elegant, award-winning steakhouse serving dry-aged prime beef, seafood & exceptional wines.
A photo of Le Colonial - Houston restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3766)
Price: Expensive
• Vietnamese • Galleria / Uptown
Booked 48 times today
Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Delray Beach, Lake Forest, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere of the River Oaks District. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations.Business CasualNo athletic wear or athletic attire, including designer athletic line of any kind and model, beach flip flops or any beach attire, tank tops (men), cut-offs, sweatpants, exposed undergarments, and excessively revealing clothing for indoor and outdoor dining. No baseball caps indoors. Seasonal changes may apply.Gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more. We only allow a maximum of 4 for splitting checks.
A photo of Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Sugar Land restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5259)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Sugar Land
Booked 49 times today
If you’re looking for a nice night out, Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille® in Sugar Land is the place to be. Offering our award-winning menu and outstanding service, we delight our guests with an eclectic setting featuring a cocktail lounge, private dining rooms, and partially covered outdoor seating area. And you won’t want to miss our 20-foot tall, climate-controlled wine tower — trust us!
A photo of Toulouse - Houston restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2531)
Price: Expensive
• French • River Oaks
Booked 46 times today
Toulouse Café and Bar recalls a Fin de Siecle Parisian Café where you are likely to bump into friends and find yourself in conversations with neighboring tables. At first glance you will notice the bustling activity that characterizes Toulouse: wait staff with wine openers and hot plates of food, people chatting and laughing, the clink of wine glasses… the atmosphere is sophisticated and good moods are contagious.In the tradition of all fine bistros, Toulouse has imaginative and seasonal menus that provide exactly what its patrons long for: cozy tables open to the street, mouth-watering specialties a la Française, delicious desserts made from scratch and an extensive wine list. Enjoy the tastes of France with our exciting yet comforting dishes such as our famous quiches, an expertly cooked trout almondine or the best mussels in the city.Dine with us and be transported to Paris, if only for a moment.
A photo of Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Memorial City restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6179)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Westside
Booked 63 times today
In the heart of Houston’s Energy Corridor and right near the premier Memorial City Mall, Perry’s Memorial City is serving our award-winning menus, iconic signatures and tableside presentations all with the impeccable service that can only be found at Perry’s. Our spacious main dining room is the perfect place to gather around and savor Perry’s redefined Steakhouse signatures, with our vibrant color palette and ravishing glass details serving as the perfect ambience to share in business dinners, weekday lunches, an evening out and more. With our open kitchen giving guests glimpses of chefs creating Perry’s innovations and our magnificent wine tower boasting our extensive, award-winning wine list, guests’ dining experience is elevated with the sights and scents that make up the Perry’s legacy. Raise your glass with handcrafted cocktails in Perry’s island Bar 79, opening to our outdoor patio where guests can enjoy al fresco dining along with our full menu.
A photo of State of Grace restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3377)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Southern • River Oaks
Booked 27 times today
State of Grace is a coastal, South Texas neighborhood restaurant in the refurbished Lamar-River Oaks Shopping Center. Elegant but casual, its elevated comfort food by executive chef Bobby Matos is executed at the highest level in a welcoming, beautiful space. The jubilant medley of old favorites played with new spice, accent, and freshness lends itself to southern, American, Latin, Gulf Coast, German and Asian influences. Chef-owner Ford Fry’s first venture outside of Atlanta, State of Grace is located in the neighborhood where Ford grew up and nods to his childhood memories fused with Houston’s evolution into a melting pot of cultures and cuisines.
A photo of Eunice restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2614)
Price: Moderate
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
Booked 38 times today
Eunice is a neighborhood gem due to its unique, modern Cajun-Creole menu, exceptional service, and inviting ambiance. As one reviewer said, it's a 'wonderfully hospitable atmosphere' that offers 'ingenious versions of traditional Cajun and Creole dishes.' The menu is diverse and always fresh, with 'everything tasted spectacular!' It's a great place to enjoy good food and have a nice conversation.
A photo of Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - Memorial restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1304)
Price: Moderate
• Tex-Mex • Westside
Booked 30 times today
Bienvenidos, y'all!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.
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  • Vinay
    Calgary / Southern Alberta •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Celebrated our 8th anniversary at Pappas Bros Steakhouse. The staff and manager were fantastic. Food was out of this world! Joyce took time to explain the options, showed us different cuts of meat and gave us suggestions. We had the Prime Ribeye (18oz), skillet potatoes and chocolate cake to finish. Every bite was delicious! Joyce even brought us a special dish (on the house) - sautéed jalapeños. I can’t even begin to describe how good this was paired with the potatoes. For drinks, we had red wine (glass), Moscow mule, Long Island, and a lychee martini. First time in Houston, first time at Pappas Bros. Will do it all over again the next time we’re in town.
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    Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - GalleriaPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Galleria / Uptown
    4.8
  • ScottVIP
    San Antonio •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had a wonderful family dinner! The service was great and the food delicious!
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    Le Colonial - HoustonPrice: Expensive• Vietnamese• Galleria / Uptown
    4.8
  • frank
    Houston •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    From the waitstaff to the owner coming to check in on us - the atmosphere has always been one of the best in the Houston area! We love it and you’ll love all the cuts of meat, chicken, lamb and pork! Merry Christmas!
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    Avenida Brazil - Southwest HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• Brazilian Steakhouse• Stafford
    4.5
  • laurie
    Houston •51 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 23, 2024
    The food is the best sushi in America. I go to restaurants in NY, LA, Vegas, Miami. This is the best sushi in the country. The dishes are creative and prepared like you would find at a Michelin-star restaurant. I have gone here for Christmas, New Years Eve, Anniversary, Birthday over the years. Always a great. Not inexpensive, but worth every dollar for the quality. Drinks are creative. If you are z champagne drinker they even have my favorite, Ruinart. The only opportunity was we brought a baby and a little tough for seating choices. But we were fine and the baby didn't make a peep. Eat, enjoy, celebrate.
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    Uchi HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Montrose
    4.9
  • lawrence
    Houston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 18, 2024
    My wife and I had the most outstanding dinner tonight. The service was first class! From the welcome when we arrived to the end of the evening and everything in-between was incredible. Dinner was delicious, our steaks cooked to perfection and everything was delicious. We look forward to a repeat soon! Highly recommended!!
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    Bistro Le CepPrice: Moderate• French• Westchase
    4.6
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