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- JJenHouston •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat food and experience for date night! Always enjoy this placeMore infoMcCormick & Schmick's - Houston (Downtown)Price: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown•4.5
- CChereeHouston •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat experience... delicious food..service was excellent. We were placed in room off of main dining room where it was quieter. Main dining room was a little noisy. So we appreciated the quieter room. The only thing I would say that could have been better is that the bread served was NOT already in small slices.... You kinda had to tear off a piece and it was not USER friendly.. They could take a lesson from Landry's Seafood Restaurant in how to serve the bread at the table. Other than that, all was outstanding. We had the octopus appetizer....the BEST octopus appetizer I have ever had and we have tried MANY. The steak was perfect and the salmon was outstanding! The valet parking is kinda tricky...cuz it is on McKinney city street and with a lot of traffic, the valet area really tends to "bottle neck"....so better to go really early or really late for dinner... We definitely will be back. Cheree K. Lake Jackson , TXMore infoPappas Bros. Steakhouse - DowntownPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Downtown•4.8
- WMWilliamMHouston •4 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoEverything was outstanding including the service, the ambience, the attention to detail, and especially the food. Four different meals including appetizers, drinks, main dish, and dessert - all were excellent.More infoThe Palm Houston – DowntownPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Downtown•4.6
- DDavidVIPHouston •4 reviews5.0Dined on 11 Dec 2024One of our best dining experiences in a long time, considering we dine out frequently. We enjoyed refreshing cocktails at the bar prepared by Kevin before moving to the dining room where we were attentively served by Yuli and her colleagues. The appetizers were so delicious - the swordfish dip, empanada and bison anticucho. We took on the recommendations from their F&B Head Likith and enjoyed sharing entree plates such as the octopus and Toro Toro churascho - the Colorado lamb was just amazing! The Napa Nook bottle of wine recommended by Gary was just the right pairing. We closed out with desserts La Bomba and churros, and got to meet Executive sous chef Jonathan so we could offer our compliments to the chef and his team. Outstanding evening, thank you Four Seasons!More infoToro ToroPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Downtown•4.7
- SSamHouston •27 reviews5.0Dined on 3 Oct 2024I believe our server's name was Sashika or something like that. A lovely human being that was so thoughtful about the service she provided...super! The drinks were spot on. Food was good for a hotel restaurant in particular.More infoMain KitchenPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown•4.8
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Houston’s celebration spots are as diverse as the rapidly growing city. And restaurants know how to add fuel to your festivities, whether that means a complimentary dessert, hand-written note, or a pitch-perfect Champagne bottle to match your epic night out. Your celebration might call for a round of margaritas and a queso or a stiff martini and a perfectly cooked steak. You’re in luck, because there’s no one way to celebrate in Houston. Read on for a guide to 11 restaurants made for special occasions.
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Downtown Houston's dining scene has something to offer any visitor no matter what type of cuisine they are searching for. The city boasts some of the finest barbecue joints in the state of Texas. The tantalizing scent of slow-cooked beef brisket will draw your attention to some of the best local spots. There are various types of eateries offering everything from the latest in African food to homestyle Italian dishes. The local restaurants are open early and late, so you'll have the opportunity for a quick bite before you start your day or after a long night out. You can also enjoy a relaxing lunch at a local French cafe or dinner options that range from fine dining at wine bars to casual menus that are perfect for starting off an evening.
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Celebrate special occasions at the best restaurants in Downtown Houston. Our customers recommend Birraporetti's - Theater District, Guard and Grace - Houston and Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - Downtown
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