Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in Houston

OpenTable

Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best value restaurants in Houston? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Cafe at Brookwood

4.9

4.9 (528)

$30 and under

American

Westside

About the restaurant

Bring the family and friends and come enjoy the spectacular garden views, complimented with exceptional cuisine created by our Chef Pablo and his team. We truly believe that our food, service, and ambiance can compete with any restaurant. Please dine with us…we think you will want to come again and bring your friends.

Top review

DanielleVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Always enjoy how special Brookwood Cafe is.. especially at Christmas!

ChopnBlok

4.9

4.9 (105)

$30 and under

African

Montrose

About the restaurant

Created by 2024 James Beard Emerging Chef Nominee, Ope Amosu, ChòpnBlọk is a nationally acclaimed restaurant that carefully unveils the West African culinary experience, serving fresh proteins, vegetables, grains, and beverages that are prepared under a West African flavor profile, packaged in a local, contemporary fashion.
Freshness and integrity are embedded in our culture. We selectively source our ingredients and work with partners to procure natural, high-quality meats and vegetables.

At its core, ChòpnBlọk is the cultural crossroads where local communities and West African culinary traditions intersect, to deliver a convenient, hospitable food experience with exquisite taste.

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Cheryl

Dined 2 days ago

The server was knowledgeable and assisted with pairing food items with drinks. The appetizers and drinks were brought out very fast. Everything was served hot as expected. The food was delicious and tasted fresh.

Lucio's BYOB & Grill

5.0

5 (1241)

$30 and under

American

Montrose

About the restaurant

Lucio's is New American cuisine in a comforting yet upscale dining atmosphere, concentrating on seasonal and fresh local ingredients.
Life is to be enjoyed, if you want to go somewhere to appreciate your bottle of wine and be reminded of the simple pleasures of life, this is it.

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KenVIP

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

We always start with the calamari it is the best in town. The kales salad is very 🤤 yummy! The salmon melts in your mouth and is cooked the way you like!

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Popular dish

Filet Mignon

Brossa's Cibo-e-Vino

4.8

4.8 (187)

$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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SamVIP

Dined on 3 Dec 2024

Brossa’s is absolutely one of the best Italian restaurants I have visited anywhere. Easily the best overall food in the area.

Porta'Vino

4.9

4.9 (1521)

$30 and under

Italian

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

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

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Bill

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent food and service. Moderately priced. A good selection of meats, pastas, fish, etc. We ordered braised short ribs with creamy polenta and veal with risotto. Both were delicious. The wine list is very extensive and the prices are ridiculously low, even below retail in some cases. The waiters are very competent and attentive. They are assisted by other waitstaff who make sure you are satisfied with the service. I recommend getting reservations in advance becasue it's very crowded. The noise level is "energetic" but not so loud that you can't hear others at your own table.

Fratelli's Ristorante

4.9

4.9 (1032)

$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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JMichaelVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Aleah a flavorful dinner with a great staff , they all work together… and Shannon is back signing torch song in English and French, always entertaining after dinner.

Handies Douzo - Heights

4.9

4.9 (66)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

Handies Douzo is Houston's first hand roll focused sushi bar in the trendy Houston Heights neighborhood opened in 2019. With over 25 years of combined experience in award winning Japanese cuisine and sushi, rising star chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee present their first brick and mortar restaurant.

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AmyVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Handies consistently delivers amazing taste and excellent service every time we visit. The quality never disappoints, and we're always excited to return for another great experience. They are cautious about allergies as well! Thank you for always taking great care of us Hebert, Kalani, and Khoa!!

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Experience

Handroll Making Class

Benihana - Conroe, TX

5.0

5 (173)

$30 and under

Japanese

Conroe

About the restaurant

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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James

Dined 7 days ago

Great time celebrating a college graduation. Food was great and chef was entertaining!

Magnolia Society

5.0

5 (88)

$30 and under

American

Columbus

About the restaurant

WELCOME TO MAGNOLIA SOCIETY. Magnolia Society offers a food and wine experience like none other in Columbus, Texas. Sip on curated craft cocktails paired with chef-driven dishes or indulge in a bottle of your favorite wine. With a focus on providing hand-picked selection of premier wines paired with exceptional hospitality and crave-worthy cuisine, Magnolia Society sets the standard for an unforgettable affair where food and wine meet.

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Dined on 1 Dec 2024

Always the best!! Every time one of our family is in town they want to go back. My husband loves the short ribs & my sons too. I love the Parisian pizza. My daughter adores the chicken parmesan. We all split the baked cookie with ice cream for dessert. Great drinks and wine menu. Highly recommended.

Handies Douzo - Montrose

4.9

4.9 (54)

$30 and under

Sushi

Montrose

About the restaurant

Handies Douzo is Houston's first hand roll focused sushi bar. Following the popularity in the Heights, the team brings its second location to Montrose in 2022. With over 25 years of combined experience in award winning Japanese cuisine and sushi, rising star chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee are excited to join the trendy neighborhood.

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DanVIP

Dined on 7 Dec 2024

Food and service was outstanding. Menu isn’t huge, but what they do make is delicious and very high quality!

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