Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Houston

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Updated 05 December 2024

Looking for the best special occasion restaurants in Houston? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

TRIBUTE

4.9

4.9 (582)

$31 to $50

Southern

Westside

About the restaurant

Serving seasonal dishes inspired by great chefs, cultures, and families from Texas, Louisiana, and Mexico, TRIBUTE’s food is called “Tex-Lex” and is food Houstonians love to eat. Enjoy our new outdoor patio for breakfast, lunch, and during bar hours!
Reservations are not necessary but are recommended.
TRIBUTE’s exclusive Wine Room is available for private dinners, seating up to four guests.

TRIBUTE attire is business casual or casual elegance. Jackets are not required. Athletic wear and flip-flops are not permitted.

Top review

EugeniaVIP

Dined on 22 Dec 2024

Amazing food and service and beautiful environment The Manager at Tribute in the Houstonian is an amazing person and can help you celebrate amazing bdays there. I truly recommend them for family environment, great food, healthy options and beautiful place!

Teppay

4.9

4.9 (30)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Westside

About the restaurant

Serene Japanese restaurant with both traditional decor & dishes, plus an extensive sushi bar.

Top review

Bree

Dined 6 days ago

Teppay never fails to impress! The food is absolutely incredible—authentic, fresh, and bursting with flavor. The ambiance is cozy and inviting, perfect for an intimate dinner or a casual outing. Teppay truly sets the standard for Japanese cuisine, and I can’t wait to return for another amazing experience. Highly recommend!

The Fish

4.8

4.8 (242)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Montrose

About the restaurant

Proudly serving Houston since 2002, The Fish stands as Midtown's top destination for Japanese cuisine and sushi, boasting a vibrant social atmosphere. With an extensive menu featuring mouthwatering dishes such as Yuzu Shrimp & Noodles, Thai Chili Yellowtail, and Blue Crab Fried Rice, our dedicated and welcoming staff are here to exceed your expectations and ensure a memorable dining experience.

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Jessica

Dined on 22 Dec 2024

Food is delish! Staff did a wonderful job of taking care of us and making sure everything is on point.

Brenner’s Steakhouse Katy Freeway

4.8

4.8 (3193)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Westside

About the restaurant

Welcome to Brenner's Steakhouse! A Houston legend for more than seven decades, Brenner's Steakhouse on Katy Freeway features outside dining in an exquisite garden area, surrounded by waterfalls.. From prime steaks, fresh seafood and desserts to an extensive wine list, Brenner's continues its tradition of generous hospitality to guests. Nestled in house near Memorial City, Brenner’s Steakhouse offers an incredible setting for an unforgettable dining experience.

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JeffVIP

Dined on 25 Dec 2024

Our server was outstanding. Oysters and salads were superb. My wife and I both had seafood. Sea bass for her and scallops for me. Both were fantastic. Great Christmas Eve dinner.

Fig & Olive - Houston

4.8

4.8 (694)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

In Uptown Houston's Galleria, FIG & OLIVE Tasting Kitchen & Bar is an escape to the French Riviera for weary shoppers and residents. F&O Houston gives guests an accessible way to indulge with an elegant lunch or a late-night rendezvous. The buzzy bar scene makes for an evening that is effortlessly entertaining. And the Rosé Terrace is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of sparkling rosé or a signature cocktail. On weekends, we offer brunch twists on our menu for a South of France style Saturday or Sunday.

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Walter

Dined 5 days ago

We had a nice family dinner here. It was casual but very nice. Not at all pretentious. Delicious food and our server was very attentive. I would definitely go again.

Superica Houston Heights

4.8

4.8 (75)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Northside

About the restaurant

Superica
– “where sunshine spends the winter” – also known as Tex-Mex cuisine served in an Old-West-inspired atmosphere alongside music inspired by Austin.

The cuisine is a combination of 1950s Tex-Mex and the wood grill that has taken the food to another level by way of fajitas and more. An “evolved Tex-Mex menu,” includes the classics: tacos, nachos, tamales and enchiladas plus more intricate dishes such as wood-grilled fajitas and shrimp tacos always served with just-made flour tortillas, all while paying homage to the traditions and recipes that have been a part of the Texas culture for decades.

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JonVIP

Dined on 22 Dec 2024

Great food and service, music a bit too loud when arrived but level reduced on our request.

Stella's Wine Bar

4.8

4.8 (113)

$31 to $50

American

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

Tucked away in the southeast corner of the hotel, Stella’s Wine Bar is Houston’s newest and most alluring wine destination for both casual wine enthusiasts and serious oenophiles. Offering over 30 wine-producing regions through a variety of flights and close to 60 wines by the glass, Stella’s Wine Bar provides a unique journey of tastes from around the world. Guided by our unrivaled team of highly skilled yet incredibly approachable sommeliers, guests can learn and explore both the new and the familiar wines in a social convivial atmosphere with world-class wine resources to share as little or as much as you want to know. The full Cellar wine program can also be accessed within Stella’s Wine Bar, so options are near limitless.

Top review

mikeVIP

Dined on 29 Nov 2024

Fantastic selection of wine and tasty snacks. Very helpful and knowledgeable sommelier. A lovely evening.

Bandista

4.8

4.8 (230)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Downtown

About the restaurant

Discreetly located within Four Seasons Hotel Houston, Bandista is an intimate, modern-day speakeasy, reminiscent of a 1920s lounge that dazzles with a decadent Latin vibe. Guests of the 20-seat bar and lounge enjoy inventive and artistic interpretations of classic and contemporary cocktails, as well as rare spirits from around the world. Bandista's eight bar seats provide a center-stage show of the cocktail laboratory, where guests connect with the city's most talented bartenders and other discreet guests.

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Karen

Dined on 21 Dec 2024

Great ambiance and superior service. Very festive for the holiday season. Fun place. No food just drinks.

Pacha Nikkei

4.8

4.8 (69)

$31 to $50

Peruvian

Westchase

About the restaurant

"Pacha Nikkei will introduce the unique flavors, philosophy and techniques of Nikkei cuisine to Houston. In doing so, it pays tribute to a successful integration of cultures that goes back 124 years in Peru, and that has significantly contributed to the gastronomic wealth of the country. Pacha in the Quechua language of Peru means “world” and Nikkei is a Japanese word, widely used in Peru to refer to Japanese-Peruvian people. The encounter between these rich cultures has given rise to a delicious culinary expression that we would like to share with the world."

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CarlVIP

Dined on 22 Dec 2024

Delicious food. The ceviche dishes are superb. Black rice with seafood was one of the best dish I have eaten this year.

The Melting Pot - Houston

4.7

4.7 (2312)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

The Melting Pot Restaurant is where fun is cooked up fondue style. Our locally owned and operated restaurant is located 1.5 miles West of the Galleria on Westheimer. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, long overdue date night or celebrating with a group, Melting Pot is always a hit.

We are the premier fondue restaurant, providing a casually elegant dining experience and an intimate atmosphere. The relaxing four-course experience begins with a cheese fondue prepared table side and fresh salads while your entrée pot heats up. You’ll simmer a variety of meats, seafood and vegetables in the cooking style of your choice. Each bite is hot, fresh and delicious and all entrées are accompanied by an array of dipping sauces. Chocolate fondue a curated wine selection, crafty cocktails, local and popular beers.

Reservations are recommended but not required. Special events will sell out well in advance. Join Club Fondue for advanced notice and restaurant features and offers.

Top review

Jill

Dined on 25 Dec 2024

Excellent Christmas Eve tradition! Food and service were stellar! A little crowded with the loud table next to us. Felt like we were in the middle of their conversation. Other than that…PERFECT evening!

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