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A photo of Hudson House - River Oaks restaurant

1. Hudson House - River Oaks

4.8

Exceptional(453)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • River Oaks

Booked 81 times today

With its East Coast-inspired “old-school casual” design and menu, Hudson House offers straightforward, timeless American dishes for lunch and dinner. Oysters are flown in daily and are best paired with their legendary “World’s Coldest Martinis."

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2. Fiori

4.1

Excellent(664)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Montrose

Booked 5 times today

Fiori is a charming and cosy Italian restaurant and floral boutique in the heart of Montrose, led by chef Alessio from Rome. The restaurant is located in a cute two-story building, has a nice patio with lights hanging on the outside and a terrace; massive oak trees surround the building creating an unique atmosphere. The beautifully interior, decorated with fresh flowers, plants and paintings, offers a lovely and light ambience. Fiori focuses on using authentic traditional recipes. At lunch offers salads, pasta and Italian sandwiches. At dinner, Fiori transforms to a relaxed lounge atmosphere with a full bar and refined wine selection, where you can have a classic Italian aperitive and then taste a selection of true Italian dishes. Periodically Fiori hosts local artist to delight you with paintings and live entertainments. Moreover, you can surprise your guests with a table floral arrangement or a bouquet for your partner. Fiori is available for private parties/events of many sizes.

A photo of Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - Downtown restaurant

3. Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - Downtown

4.6

Exceptional(2929)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 36 times today

Elegant, award-winning steakhouse serving dry-aged prime beef, seafood & exceptional wines.

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4. Weights and Measures

4.5

Awesome(419)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Midtown

Booked 6 times today

All of our dishes are crafted from scratch, including our handmade pastas and pizzas. We offer a selection of wood fired pizzas, including our famous Roasted Carrot Pizza (so good that it was feature in the Food Network). Our Lunch is great for Business Lunches and our Dinner is the best place to enjoy a relaxed & fair experience. Don’t miss Brunch, as some consider it the best in Houston.We have also partner up with Love Croissants, to offer the best croissants in H-Town. You can smell the baking of the croissants before opening our doors. Don't miss the almond one! They are available, starting daily at 7am, along with locally roasted coffee and fresh juices in our bake shop. Our bar stands ready to bring you the most delicious libations in the city. We offer a full array of spirits, beers and wines selected from the US and abroad.Our ultimate goal is to create a comfortable, sincere and welcoming place for everyone to dine, relax, socialize and share great experiences.

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5. The Nash

4.4

Awesome(114)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

The Nash, a Modern American restaurant and bar, offers diners a dynamic yet laid-back style, serving lunch, happy hour and dinner in the heart of downtown. Led by General Manager Timothy Contreras & James Beard Awarded Chef Tom Cunanan, the handsome space is located in the historic Star formerly known as the Texaco Building, that features an impressive floor to ceiling bar and open kitchen. This inviting ambience makes for the ideal spot for happy hour, late afternoon cocktails or dinner.

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6. Diana American Grill

4.4

Awesome(1351)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Diana American Grill is a pre-theater dinner or lunch dining experience. We are open only on show nights and lunch for weekend matinee shows. We would love to have you join us before your show!!!Our website www.dianaamericangrill.com for update menus and specials.

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7. Tavern By Hearsay

4.3

Awesome(51)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Situated in the heart of Downtown Houston, Tavern by Hearsay within the Market Square Tower Apartments invites you to experience the best of tavern-style dining, with a unique twist featuring Indian food. Embrace the historic charm of our modern building as you enjoy brunch, lunch, and dinner offerings. Start your day off right with our special breakfast menu, boasting a variety of delicious options. Join us and discover the perfect blend of tradition, contemporary flair, and flavorful Indian cuisine.

8. The Clock

4.5

Awesome(21)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to The Clock – Where Every Moment MattersStep into The Clock, a unique dining experience that blends the charm of a classic lounge with a modern, cozy atmosphere. Our concept revolves around savoring every moment, whether you’re indulging in our expertly crafted steaks, enjoying signature cocktails like the Timeless Martini or Midnight Hour Mojito, or simply relaxing to the vibrant beats of house and Latin music from our resident DJ.At The Clock, time stands still as you unwind with friends or celebrate special occasions. Our menu features a fusion of international flavors, offering mouthwatering Brazilian tacos, coxinha, empanadas, and more, all designed to complement our extensive drink offerings. Whether you’re here for an intimate dinner, a casual drink, or to experience our lively nightlife, The Clock is the perfect setting to create lasting memories.Join us at The Clock – where time never ends, and every moment is savored.

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John
Philadelphia County •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Great experience. Eddie took great care of our business dinner party. Thank you!
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Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.6
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SteveVIP
Houston •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Love this place. Great food. They never disappoint ! Thank you
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Hudson House - River OaksPrice: Moderate• American• River Oaks
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4.8
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Leora
Houston •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We were pleased to try out Weights + Measures for the first time today. The food was excellent. The staff was very accommodating with substitutions and allergy requests. We definitely want to come back and try something new next time.
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Weights and MeasuresPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Midtown
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4.5
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Angela
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Loved this place- food was fantastic, service was great! Only issue was with timing- we did an 8pm reservation and when we got there we were told the kitchen was closing in 10 min. That was odd- why allow the reservation time if the kitchen is closing? Anyway, we were able to order before they closed it and everything we got was really great…especially the tater tots and the short rib pasta…mmm…would definitely go there again and have already recommended it to others.
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The NashPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.4
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SherryVIP
Houston •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Food here is just delicious! Everything we had was very good.
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FioriPrice: Expensive• Italian• Montrose
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4.1

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