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1. Le Colonial - Houston

4.7

Exceptional(3727)

Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 38 times today

Le Colonial is a celebration of the seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s, located in the heart of one of America’s largest and most diverse cities. A lavish downstairs dining room is adorned with period photography, overhead fans and leather banquettes, and flanked by a Parisian-Style sidewalk café. A dramatic staircase leads to a second level lounge, where a large bar, mahogany millwork and plush seating create the perfect atmosphere for cocktails and light fare. Dress Code: 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.Seasonal changes may apply.Gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more. We only allow a maximum of 4 for splitting checks.

2. Eunice

4.7

Exceptional(2593)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 22 times today

Named affectionately after executive chef Drake Leonards’ South Louisiana hometown, Eunice offers a modern Cajun-Creole brasserie-style menu inspired by the flavors of his childhood.The seasonally-inspired menus marry European influences with the ingredients and foodways of the Gulf Coast. Enjoy the dining experience inside at the bar, at a table along the floor to ceiling windows, or outside on our patio. We offer happy hour every day from 3 pm to 6 pm including $1.50 oysters, Discounted Draft Beers, House Wine, and classic cocktails

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3. Mastro's Steakhouse - Houston

4.8

Exceptional(4002)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 80 times today

Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.

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4. North Italia – BLVD

4.7

Exceptional(4126)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 52 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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5. Toulouse - Houston

4.7

Exceptional(2507)

Price: Expensive

• French • River Oaks

Booked 63 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.

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6. Etoile Cuisine Et Bar

4.8

Exceptional(3823)

Price: Expensive

• French • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 29 times today

The owners of Étoile Cuisine et Bar, Chef Philippe Verpiand and Monica Bui, have created an inviting, warm European environment where both traditional and seasonal French food are front and center. "We want to dispel the notion that French food is heavy and pretentious," says the team, recently transplanted to Houston from San Diego, where they owned the famed Cavaillon Restaurant. Everything about Étoile Cuisine et Bar, from the inviting outside facade to the intriguing interior design to the high quality service, is meant to convey a feeling of truly being in France. With Chef Philippe's take on a seasonal menu using a French technique, it's a place where fine food lovers come together, not on a special occasion, but to enjoy every day.

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7. The Annie Café & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1437)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 41 times today

The Annie Café & Bar offers a fresh take on Texas-influenced American cuisine by award-winning Executive Chef Robert Del Grande. A concept from Houston-based Berg Hospitality Group and restaurateur Benjamin Berg, the revamped legendary restaurant provides Houstonians with a well-rounded, approachable menu in a vibrant, sophisticated atmosphere. We are open daily for lunch, dinner, happy hour and weekend brunch! We are also offering online ordering for curbside take-out and delivery at this link: https://www.theanniehouston.com/order-pickup#getting-started?location=houston

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8. Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - Memorial

4.7

Exceptional(1294)

Price: Moderate

• Tex-Mex • Westside

Booked 42 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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9. Artisans Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2858)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 8 times today

Artisans Restaurant, under the visionary leadership of owner Jacques Fox and the culinary expertise of Executive Chef Eric Cruz, delivers a unique dining experience that melds French eclectic cuisine with fine steaks and fresh seafood. The expansive menu includes French favorites such as Le Tartare de Bœuf, Les Escargots Bourguignon à la Crème d’Ail, La Poêlée de Foie Gras, Le Loup de Mer du Chili, La Longe d’Agneau Poêlée, Le Canard Confit with Sauce à l’Orange Pimentée, and La Côte de Veau. Each dish showcases artistic flair and is served in a setting of breathtaking décor. Guests at the Chef’s Table can watch as the culinary team expertly crafts these creations, making every visit a memorable event. Recognized as one of the "Best of the Best" by the Houston Chronicle, Artisans sets the standard for exquisite dining. For connoisseurs of the finer things in life, Artisans is the quintessential culinary destination.

10. Ouisie's Table

4.7

Exceptional(4739)

Price: Moderate

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 23 times today

Known by generations for her hospitality, proprietress Elouise Adams Jones, a.k.a. Ouisie, serves an eclectic collection of Southern foods with an excellent wine list to match. High ceilings and fans in the main dining room it evoke the ambiance of a Texas manor house. The adjacent dining porch overlooking the patio and garden, as well as Cooper’s Wine Bin, provide additional dining and entertaining areas. The daily fare encompasses traditional offerings like her well-loved pimento cheese, the shrimp and grits, and the popular Gulf Coast oysters to the favorite Tuesday special Ouisie’s award winning chicken fried steak with corn pudding. A fine plate of grilled Prime beef tenderloin or a brace of quail stuffed with super lump crab meat with Cognac glaze are good examples of the daily specials one might find on the blackboard. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch on weekends.

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Michellevip
Houston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We loved everything we ordered. The drinks were amazing, the food was delicious and flavorful. Everything served was impeccable. The service was excellent and was made even more special by Edgar. We’re happy we chose to celebrate our 7th anniversary here. The establishment is truly deserving of its michelin star.
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BCN Taste & TraditionPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Southeast Houston
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4.9
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Pamela
Houston •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. Everything was so good but you have to try the spectacular cornbread and gumbo! Great birthday celebration topped off with bread pudding. We will be back!
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EunicePrice: Moderate• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
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4.7
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Wade
Montana •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was our first trip to B&B, so we tried as much as we could. The 4 appetizers were some of the best that Houston has to offer! The crab cake was nearly 100% meat with almost no filler & was really mild. The cheese covered pork belly was better than any I've tried. Excellent tuna tartar & their calamari was atleast in the top 3 that we've had. For our main entrees, my wife had the wasabi crusted ahi tuna & it was really fresh. I had the prime rib. The prime was seasoned really well but not as tender as I was expecting. Over all, the food & service were excellent & we are looking forward to trying some different main entrees next time around.
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B&B Butchers & Restaurant - HoustonPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Heights / Washington
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4.8
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Robin
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Overall we enjoyed our evening! Service was excellent as was the ambiance
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Le Colonial - HoustonPrice: Expensive• Vietnamese• Galleria / Uptown
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4.7
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Katie
Houston •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Another wonderful meal at Mastro's. The lobster bisque and burrata and tomato salad were both exceptional, along with all the wonderful sides. The dry aged ribeye steak and Chilean sea bass were both standout stars of the meal. All our cocktails were delicious as well and served perfectly chilled to the table. The overall energy and ambiance of the restaurant added to the wonderful food and service. The Cinnamon Pecan butter cake which is the current dessert special was a wonderful way to cap off a satisfying meal.
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Mastro's Steakhouse - HoustonPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Galleria / Uptown
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4.8

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Le Colonial - Houston

2. Eunice

3. Mastro's Steakhouse - Houston

4. North Italia – BLVD

5. Toulouse - Houston

6. Etoile Cuisine Et Bar

7. The Annie Café & Bar

8. Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina - Memorial

9. Artisans Restaurant

10. Ouisie's Table

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