Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Houston
  4. Houston
  5. Rice Village
Hamsa, Houston, TX
Icon

Hamsa

$31 to $50
Middle Eastern

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Healthy
  • Neighbourhood gem
Crafted by the visionary minds who brought you Doris Metropolitan and Badolina Bakery & Café, Hamsa emerges as a radiant gem in the culinary landscape, celebrating the vibrant flavors of Israel. Revel in the artistry of our hummus creations, succulent grilled skewers, and perfectly charred pitas. Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our salatim, a delightful array of vegetable-based delights that promise to tantalize your taste buds.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Yotam

From the OpenTable editors: With a Moorish arch-framed bar, clusters of olive trees, and colorful Turkish rugs, a meal at this buzzy Israeli spot is a fully immersive experience. Grab a seat in the energetic dining room or on the charming patio for shareable Middle Eastern-inspired small plates, grilled meat skewers, and arak flights. Come on Thursday evenings to be dazzled by belly dancers in traditional garb and beats from local DJs.

Additional information

  • Location
    5555 Morningside Dr, Houston, TX 77005-3240
  • Phone number
    (281) 612-3515
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Israeli, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed 11:30 am–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

  • Tel Aviv NIght

    Multiple dates available
    Our captivating belly dancers will still the show at 8:30 pm. Let’s make it a night to remember!
    Tel Aviv NIght photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 155 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hamsa offers an "authentic Mediterranean food experience" with "delicious" dishes like lamb hummus, mushroom skewers, and cauliflower couscous. The atmosphere is "charming," featuring a "gorgeous patio" and vibrant ambiance. While the service occasionally varies, standout servers like Rachel and Austin enhance the experience. A "must-visit" destination in Houston.

155 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lamb hummus is OUTSTANDING. And the chicken kabobs and the shrimp are AMAZING. The service and the atmosphere is always a vibe. Thursday nights are so fun with the belly dancing but it is SO loud- definitely suggest getting there a tad early to enjoy dinner/conversation then end with the party!

    Is this helpful?

  2. Patricia

    VIP

    Austin

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the lamb hummus, but the ground lamb seemed to be rare. Otherwise, it was so good, and the chicken schnitzel sandwich and fries were spot on! The server was very polite and courteous, but service was rather slow. Overall, we love Hamsa!

    Is this helpful?

  3. Jose

    VIP

    Baltimore

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went back to Hamsa and were not disappointed. Hamsa offers very professional service and outstanding food. The ambience remains the same: informal but yet sophisticated. We highly recommend Hamsa.

    Is this helpful?

  4. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meal was served quickly but one side dish was brought after we were half way through the meal, after we asked about it. The food itself was okay, I’ve had better food here before. The ambience was great!

    Is this helpful?

  5. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Pros: the place itself is perfect for date night. Cons: The waiter took our appetizer and entree order, but he only severed us the appetizer. However, I believe he forgot to place our entree order in the computer and we had to wait about 1hr for our food. He saw we were waiting for our food, he sends another waiter to tell us that, “sorry, the printer wasn’t working and I’m here to take your order again” AFTER 1hr of waiting, he didn’t have the courage to come up to tell us that himself! The service was terrible! I never got my entree! And I’m never coming back here again! It was supposed to be our wedding celebration dinner! Worst experience ever because I didn’t even get my food!

    Is this helpful?

  6. William

    VIP

    Houston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely, leafy outdoor dining with an excellent menu.

    Is this helpful?

  7. William

    VIP

    Western NC

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a delightful dining experience from appetizers to dessert ! Everything we tried was delicious.

    Is this helpful?

  8. BeeM

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The quality of the food you get at Hamsa is high. Great service and the food is healthy and delicious!

    Is this helpful?

  9. Randy

    VIP

    Houston

    101 reviews

    4.0

    101 reviews

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    As usual the food was excellent, as were the drinks. Our waiter was fine, but not really on the ball. I guess we’ve come to expect better service at Hamsa. Maybe he just needs more experience.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Raquel

    VIP

    San Antonio

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I love the good there and everything else. We live is San Antonio and we sometime go to Houston just to dine there.

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Hamsa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (281) 612-3515.

Hamsa is rated 4.7 stars by 155 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 43 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Hamsa

5555 Morningside Dr, Houston, TX 77005-3240

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (281) 612-3515
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Israeli, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed 11:30 am–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
  • Open for Business Blog
Join us on
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable Australia Level 22, 357 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo