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il Bracco - Post Oak, Houston, TX

il Bracco - Post Oak

4.7
4.7
47 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 39 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
il Bracco is an upscale Italian restaurant in the heart of Uptown, Houston, located in Post Oak Plaza. Our menu features handmade pastas, fresh salads, hand-cut steaks & seafood, and an extensive yet approachable wine list.

Breads, pasta and dessert are made from scratch, in house daily.

Our dining room is made of intimate booths with a full service bar and cocktail lounge, as well as a quiet patio with an outdoor fire place.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 532-9950
  • Website
    http://www.ilbraccorestaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    1705-A Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056
  • Area
    Galleria / Uptown
  • Cross Street
    Post Oak and San Felipe
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

Starters

  • SICILIAN CRUDOUSD 22.00

    raw Big Eye tuna, Orka King salmon, jumbo scallops, capers, onions

    • STEAK TARTAREUSD 21.00

      USDA Prime filet, olives, capers, Dijon, Reggiano, toast points

      • CRISPY ARTICHOKESUSD 19.00

        fresh baby artichokes, olive aioli (limited availability)

        • HOUSEMADE FOCACCIAUSD 12.00

          with whipped ricotta, roasted garlic and thyme

          • MEATBALLSUSD 22.00

            beef, lamb and pork, tomato gravy, Reggiano, housemade focaccia

            • Kale SaladUSD 10.00

              almonds, ricotta salata, citrus vin

              Salads

              • WHOLE LEAF CAESARUSD 14.00

                old world dressing, bread crumbs (jumbo shrimp +10)

                • Jumbo ShrimpUSD 10.00

              • BURRATA SALADUSD 21.00

                fresh burrata cheese with dressed market produce

                • TUSCAN GRAINSUSD 24.00

                  jumbo shrimp, farro, cucumbers, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, corn and green goddess

                  • THE PLAZAUSD 23.00

                    roasted chicken, golden beets, pancetta, marcona almonds, goat cheese, honey vin

                    • CHOPPED SALADUSD 19.00

                      salami, aged provolone, Castelvetrano olives, piquillo peppers, pepperoncini vin

                      Sandwiches

                      • CHEESEBURGERUSD 18.00

                        house ground chuck, aged provolone, Calabrian chiles, arugula, fennel and red onions

                        • FRIED CHICKENUSD 17.00

                          provolone, sundried tomato aioli, pickled onions, dressed arugula and fennel

                          • THE COMBOUSD 19.00

                            thinly sliced Italian charcuterie, fresh mozzarella, LTO, cherry pepper spread, oil and vin

                            • ITALIAN DIPUSD 23.00

                              shaved tri-tip, melted provolone, sautéed broccolini, giardiniera spread, served with au jus

                              Handmade Pastas

                              • SPINACH TORTELLONIUSD 24.00

                                ricotta, tomato gravy, basil, pine nuts

                                • CACIO E PEPEUSD 23.00

                                  bucatini, black pepper and Pecorino

                                  • SPICY GEMELLIUSD 24.00

                                    gemelli, spicy vodka sauce, basil and Reggiano

                                    • AL LIMONEUSD 26.00

                                      linguine, shrimp, lemon, chives and breadcrumbs

                                      • MARSALA TRUMPETSUSD 25.00

                                        trompetti, seasonal mushrooms, garlic and Marsala

                                        • BOLOGNESEUSD 28.00

                                          mafaladine, house-made beef, lamb and pork ragu and Reggiano

                                          Entrees

                                          • EGGPLANT PARMUSD 24.00

                                            crispy eggplant, fresh mozzarella and our house tomato gravy

                                            • MEDITERRANEAN SEA BASSUSD 34.00

                                              pan roasted, with mint gremolata, paired with broccolini

                                              • PESTO CRUSTED SALMONUSD 35.00

                                                sourced from Patagonia, filleted in house daily, served with our seasonal vegetable

                                                • CHICKEN PICCATAUSD 28.00

                                                  lemony chicken, capers and paired with a kale salad

                                                  • ROASTED CHICKENUSD 27.00

                                                    served over white beans with sausage and sage

                                                    • NY STRIP STEAKUSD 57.00

                                                      boiled USDA Prime, topped with salsa verde, service with heirloom carrots

                                                      • CENTER CUT FILETUSD 59.00

                                                        hand-cut USDA Prime, broiled, paired with a caesar salad

                                                        Sides

                                                        • BROCCOLINIUSD 9.00

                                                          marcona almonds and Reggiano

                                                          • ORZO SALADUSD 9.00

                                                            roasted squash, sweet peppers, pine nuts and French feta

                                                            • SAUTEED MUSHROOMSUSD 9.00

                                                              with garlic and thyme

                                                              • WHITE BEANSUSD 9.00

                                                                Italian sausage and sage

                                                                • HEIRLOOM CARROTSUSD 9.00

                                                                  whipped ricotta, pistachios

                                                                  • SEASONAL VEGETABLEUSD 9.00

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                                                                    Last updated: 8 October 2024

                                                                    What 47 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
                                                                    • 4.7Ambience
                                                                    • 4.5Value

                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                    Review summary

                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                    Il Bracco - Post Oak offers a "wonderful dining experience" with "incredible homemade pastas" and "the best meatballs." Known for its "classy ambience" and "friendly staff," the restaurant is perfect for "date nights" or "business meetings." Enjoy "delicious cocktails" on their "beautiful patio," and don't miss the standout Chicken Piccata and tiramisu.

                                                                    47 Reviews

                                                                    1. Maryanne

                                                                      Anchorage

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      5 reviews

                                                                      Dined today

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We are from out of town, and this was our first time dining here. We were craving Italian food, and they certainly did not disappoint! The service was amazing, and the food was mind-blowing! We had the meatball appetizer, spinach tortellini, marsala trumpet, carrot ricotta side dish, and the tiramisu for dessert. Our waiter, Anson, and the rest of the crew made us feel like regulars. We will definitely return when we come back to visit!

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                                                                    2. patty

                                                                      Houston

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      3.0

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      Dined today

                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                      3. Service 2
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      The waitress was lost when it came to serving food items, clearing dishes, and refilling water glasses. Our appetizers and entrées were served at the same time.

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                                                                    3. Jordan

                                                                      Houston

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      Dined 2 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      We went for my fiancé’s birthday, the service was top tier. The entire staff was warm, welcoming and attentive. We will absolutely be back.

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                                                                    4. Kirby

                                                                      Atlanta Metro

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      1 review

                                                                      Dined 3 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Great experience and phenomenal service from Michelle, Sam, and the entire staff! We celebrated my mom’s 63rd birthday and she was over the moon! Food was delicious! Will be back again & again!

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                                                                    5. Troy

                                                                      Dallas

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Outstanding! The food and service were off the chart.

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                                                                    6. Laura

                                                                      Houston

                                                                      11 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      11 reviews

                                                                      Dined 5 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      When you first walk in, the smile on the hostesses face was genuine. She acted like we were her favorite customers. This started the night out beautifully. Our waiter was attentive, but let us visit with each. He was great! Again- a genuine smile and seemed happy to have us there. I ordered the chicken piccata. It was excellent!

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                                                                    7. Hank

                                                                      Houston

                                                                      22 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      22 reviews

                                                                      Dined 6 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                      Great food, fast service and kept our iced tea full

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                                                                    8. MAGGIE

                                                                      Nashville

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      3 reviews

                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      UNREAL FOOD AND SERVICE!!! 100/10! The food was some of the best Italian I’ve had EVER. Skyler and Kyle were amazing and so hospitable!
                                                                      il Bracco - Post OakResponded 6 days ago
                                                                      Maggie, Thank you so much for your kind review. We're so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience. We will be sure to pass along your compliments to Kyle and Skyler. We hope to see you again soon!

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                                                                    9. Kyle

                                                                      Houston

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      5.0

                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 13 November 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      Had an amazing lunch! The staff was attentive, never had to ask for my water to be filled, and the featured Cioppino was phenomenal!! This had become my go to spot for lunch and dinner.
                                                                      il Bracco - Post OakResponded 6 days ago
                                                                      Kyle, Thank you so much for the kind review. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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                                                                    10. Joan R

                                                                      Houston

                                                                      46 reviews

                                                                      vip
                                                                      5.0

                                                                      46 reviews

                                                                      Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                      The food and ambiance were outstanding! Will definitely return and recommend to my friends.
                                                                      il Bracco - Post OakResponded on 11 November 2024
                                                                      Joan, Thank you for your kind review. We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your experience! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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                                                                    FAQs

                                                                    il Bracco - Post Oak offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 532-9950.

                                                                    il Bracco - Post Oak is rated 4.7 stars by 47 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 39 times today

                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                    Google Map for il Bracco - Post Oak

                                                                    1705-A Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056

                                                                    Additional information

                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                      Post Oak and San Felipe
                                                                    • Area
                                                                      Galleria / Uptown
                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                      Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm
                                                                    • Price
                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                      Italian, Contemporary Italian, American
                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                      Smart Casual
                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                      Private Parking
                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                    • Additional
                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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