Best Casual Restaurants in W. University / Med Center

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1. Coppa Osteria

4.8

Exceptional(512)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Rice Village

Booked 69 times today

Coppa Osteria is the perfect paring of food and lifestyle, taking its personality from the affluent, family centric West University, Southampton, Rice and Museum District neighborhoods. Its clientele is an eclectic mix of professionals, university academics and young families – who all seem to know one another. With craft cocktails and an extensive wine list, it's easy to find the perfect beverage to pair with Coppa's modern Italian cuisine. Neapolitan-inspired pizzas are some of the most popular items on the menu – the Coppa Pepperoni and Carnissima are crowd favorites. Diners also flock for the Fritto Misto, Burrata Tartufo and Spaghetti Carbonara (Coppa's signature dish). Complete with a lively bar scene and a large outdoor patio that lends itself to sipping rosé and taking in the surrounding neighborhood scenery, Coppa is the ideal setting for an intimate all-day dining with family & friends.For group or private dining for 7+ guests, please submit a private dining inquiry below.

2. The Marigold Club

4.6

Exceptional(175)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Montrose

Booked 60 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.

3. Milton's

new

4.7

Exceptional(57)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rice Village

Booked 35 times today

Formerly known as Eau Tour, Milton's is an Italian-American trattoria from the same team that you already know and love! Milton's will feature homemade pastas and wood-fired meats, and an array of craft cocktails made to be enjoyed in our vibrant, revamped space. Opening soon!

4. Rosie Cannonball

4.8

Exceptional(29)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Montrose

Booked 51 times today

At Rosie Cannonball, we’re serving European comfort food in a lively atmosphere. The restaurant celebrates the origins of cooking through open, live fire and is centered around a wood-burning oven and grill. The menu draws inspiration from individual ingredients: local vegetables, pastas and pizzas, simple seafood and locally-sourced meat cooked over live fire. Master Sommelier June Rodil curated an expansive list of delicious wines with a strong Italian, Spanish and French focus from their favorite producers new and old, along with options from progressive New World producers. The cocktail menu has strong Italian influences, mirroring the focus of the food. Chef de Cuisine: Matt Hamilton Sous Chef: Karla MorenoExecutive Pastry Chef: Samantha MendozaGeneral Manager: Brandi KinneyFront of House Managers: Lauren AllenGoodnight Hospitality Partners: Bailey & Peter McCarthy, Felipe Riccio, June Rodil

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5. Sophie Cocktail and Terrace Bar

3.7

Very Good(135)

Price: Expensive

• French • Montrose

Booked 20 times today

Art meets fashion in a deliciously romantic South of France setting. Sophie Cocktail & Terrace Bar will debut in the Montrose neighborhood, July 2024. The next see-and-be-seen nightlife destination will feature two distinct concepts, including Downstairs, Sophie's living room, an intimate cocktail bar, and an expansive second-floor open-air terrace bar. The menu will boast both signature and presentation-based cocktails, extensive selections of domestic and French wines, plus a delightful selection of Mediterranean tapas-style bites. Poised to be a neighborhood staple, Sophie Cocktail & Terrace Bar will be open seven days a week, offering guests a variety of programming from happy hour, DJ nights, live music, weekend brunch, and more!

6. Emma Jane

new

4.6

Exceptional(20)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • River Oaks

Booked 20 times today

Emma Jane is refined yet relaxed gathering place where friends can enjoy a delightful afternoon tea service along with a wonderful list of wines, champagne, and handcrafted cocktails. Our menu is designed around shared plates, with offerings for breakfast and dinner. Every dish is crafted to be savored together, creating an inviting and social dining experience. Whether you're with us to celebrate or simply unwind, Emma Jane brings a sense of unity to every occasion.

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7. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(1032)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 36 times today

Zanti presents authentic Italian cuisine in a high-end casual atmosphere. Contemporary décor will combine with a charming outdoor patio, bar lounge area, pizza station and lively dining room. Handmade pasta, prepared daily in our kitchen and our gleaming brick oven, in which we will bake pizza, piadinas and select main dishes, will add to the unique vibrancy of Zanti. It is a place to feel yourself among friends and enjoy the beauty of the Italian experience.

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8. Rumi's Kitchen - Houston

4.8

Exceptional(687)

Price: Expensive

• Persian • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 117 times today

The premier destination for Persian Cuisine in Uptown Houston.

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9. Hudson House - River Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(390)

Price: Moderate

• American • River Oaks

Booked 71 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."

10. a'Bouzy

4.7

Exceptional(2675)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French / American • River Oaks

Booked 26 times today

Restauranteur Shawn Virene put the POP into Houston with his wildly successful a’Bouzy. This champagne-fueled spot located in the tony River Oaks neighborhood of town attracts a stylish crowd all day. The bar is always bustling and the patio echoes with the cry – “a Bouzy!” every time a bottle is sabered tableside. In fact, most tables will have multiple wine buckets close by, keeping the bubbly cool. The fresh, ripe American menu features seasonal seafood, salads, small-shareable plates, large raw bar and prime meats. The wine list curated by Virene, is both the best-priced on bubbly and wines in the city. The interiors have a sophisticated rustic vibe with exposed brick, reclaimed woods and a color palate of creams and blues. The effervescent appeal of bubbles is reflected in a light installation that mimics bubbles floating overhead. The spacious patio is a magnet for the stylish clientele that enjoy the year-round garden. The best thing is Champagne and wine is at or below retail

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Victor
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Wonderful dining experience. Food was fantastic and the service was top notch. Recommend.
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Coppa OsteriaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Rice Village
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4.8
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Landon
Houston •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Beautiful bar with wonderful staff. They were lovely and very attentive to our needs. Drinks were a bit pricey but delicious so I couldn’t complain.
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Sophie Cocktail and Terrace BarPrice: Expensive• French• Montrose
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3.7
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andrewvip
London •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Really loved the different approach to Houston Fine Food. We’re not fans of all the rich sauces that Houston tends to thrive on and smother the key ingredients with - TMC focuses more on accentuating the core flavors, which we really liked, a lot!
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The Marigold ClubPrice: Very Expensive• French• Montrose
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4.6
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jason
Atlanta Metro •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It’s a nice restaurant. Good place to come with friends or date night. The staff is helpful from host stand to stop a random worker walking by.
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Milton'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Rice Village
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4.7
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bethany
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined on 20 Nov 2024
Start to finish everything was incredible. We had the classics and also branched out to new items. The beet dish was the hit of the night! The spaghetti al limone was perfection.
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Rosie CannonballPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Montrose
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4.8

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184 restaurants available nearby

1. Coppa Osteria

2. The Marigold Club

3. Milton's

4. Rosie Cannonball

5. Sophie Cocktail and Terrace Bar

6. Emma Jane

7. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

8. Rumi's Kitchen - Houston

9. Hudson House - River Oaks

10. a'Bouzy

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