The food, the service and the atmosphere all matched this great vibe, which is rare. Outstanding…read moreservice by Alex!

We were in town for a massive competition, and one of the girls had Celiac disease, so we had been…read morerecommended to The Grotto as having safe gluten-free options so we made reservations for our first night in town. Our girl is hyper-sensitive to cross-contamination, but the service staff asked all the right questions and took her needs so seriously even on an insanely crowded night, that we felt so comfortable. She LOVED the food, and the rest of our party did too - which is rare at many places with GF options! She begged to go back the next night, but with the size of the crowd in town, there were no reservations to be had. We stopped by, explained to Kate at the front desk why we were so hopeful to eat there again, and she was able to move mountains to get us in that night. It completely made our night, and we are so so grateful for her accommodation so we could have another safe AND delicious dinner! Thank you, Kate, and the rest of the Grotto staff and chefs - we will absolutely be back next year (with reservations for both nights this time!).

Stopped by this establishment for drinks and really enjoyed the vibe--super chic and perfect for a…read morequick night out. I ordered a French 75 with a raspberry twist and it was so good; light, refreshing, and just the right amount of sweetness. It felt like a fun upgrade to the classic. Even though we only came for drinks, the atmosphere and service made it feel like a full experience. Parking can be kind of hassle since you're right by the Astros stadium Definitely a cute spot if you're looking for a place to grab cocktails and unwind. I'd come back to try more from their menu!

Our group of 9 came for a Mother's Day brunch the day before. Parking was very easy in front of the…read morerestaurant, head in pkng and pay at the meter. We had reservations but there were only two other parties present so it wasn't busy for this downtown restaurant near Daikin Stadium. Our waitress was attentive brought us cocktails that were well done and apps also well made. Our mains didn't disappoint and we took out desserts home. They did a good job accommodating our large party.

I've been to travelers cart several times. I've actually only visited traveler's table for…read morecocktails and to go food. I actually did an in person visit this time for dinner on Sunday. Just a note they close at 2:30 and reopen again at five for dinner service...some of the brunch items like the crab samosas and the oxtail empanadas are on both menus (dinner and brunch) The crab samosas are amazing. I wish I had more even at this moment. Everyone is always so welcoming and helpful here....Everyone but the rude ass valet drivers outside. I mentioned to my dining mate who arrived before me how rude the guys were. He told me that he got into it with them also and another person almost got into a fight with them Having a nasty attitude and expecting a tip for a free service is crazy to me. So it's wasn't just me they just have attitude. They also had attitude when I went before for drinks.

Jack of all trades, master of none. Especially the Asian food…read more The dishes weren't bad but the pad see ew was not complex at all. Only tasted salt. Would be fine if it were $15, but was expecting much more for $30. I got this before the unfortunate situation with the owners so I'm not sure how things have changed.

Absolutely exquisite! I love the open kitchen concept and how the menu is always new each visit…read more The service is excellent and the ambiance is so special. Every detail is beautiful.

I apologize for the low quality pictures but, everything was so good I couldn't wait to eat…read more Nancy cakes are a MUST TRY! The ricotta cavatelli was light and zesty and the shrimp was cooked to perfection. A phenomenal spring/ summer pasta parmesan & pancetta croquettes were crisp to perfection and are a must try if you're a cheese lover like me. Not pictured was their cocktail the green flag which was a 10/10! Service was out of this world. Our waitress was so kind and gave great recommendations! We got seated out in the patio and they have fans they can bring to the table if it gets too hot in this Houston heat but, the vibes were perfect for date night once the sun went down and the small table lamp turned on.

Rattlesnake (sangria margarita) is absolutely amazing, one of my favorite cocktails ever and…read moredecently strong Nanny Goat was one of the best burgers I've ever had. Cheese fries surprise also amazing and insanely huge portion Lots of street parking and paid parking lots nearby. Fast and friendly service, would definitely come back. Great place for both lunch and dinner/chill night with friends

When planning out me and my friend's itinerary, we were trying to find a food spot that would be…read moreclose to Truck Yard and I just happened to come across Rodeo Goat on Maps, and it didn't disappoint! Their burger menu was great, and had many different loaded burger options, which I loved! I ended up getting the Sugar Burger which came with the patty, candied bacon, grilled peaches, caramelized onion, and jalapeño jam. The peach was a great addition and added a faint sweet touch to it. The burger also came with a huge side of fries! If you're a burger fan, I would definitely recommend this spot, because there's burger options that would satisfy anyone! It is also right next to Truck Yard, so perfect dinner spot and then you can hop next door for drinks! I also thought service overall was great, and the ambiance was very casual and relaxed.

In H town for a few days this was my first dinner on my list to try in downtown. Great experience…read more Service was on point. Hostess was incredible and our server took great care of us with some quick draw recommendations. Nice setting with a view of downtown. Quiet, which was perfect for catching up with an old friend. We got sushi, apps and a steak. All of it was awesome. Short rib tacos were awesome. The Angry Scorpion Roll was my personal fav. Can't go wrong.

Came here for my wife's birthday last weekend because all she wanted was a good steak. And that's…read moreexactly what she got! The restaurant is on the third floor of the Four Seasons hotel. It's warm, cozy and perfect for a date night. The staff is super attentive and nice, they really made sure we had the best dinner possible. We got the filets, potatoes three ways and asparagus. The steaks came with their homemade chimichurri sauce that I honestly could have just drank. It was so good and the perfect addition to dinner. The potatoes were a fun take on mashed potatoes with an absolutely unreal oxtail gravy. They brought out a sundae with a candle to celebrate the occasion and it was the best ending to a wonderful meal.

Great spot to visit before and after the Astros game. They also have televisions in the bar area…read more I appreciate V&A for a before and after the Astros game (particularly the bar area) for a pre/post Astros game snack and drink. The food is better than what we can get in the stadium (they even have a burger in the bar if that is what you are in the mood for). The service is always great as you would expect from the main dining room. The bar usually has a piano player and the people in the bar always respectful, fun, energetic as most are headed to or from the game. On Sundays in the evenings, the bar opens at 4 p.m.

After a very long weekend of exhibiting at the convention center, this meal was the absolute cherry…read moreon top of the entire weekend. We had it recommended to us and decided to send it. The best decision we made all weekend. The restaurant has a nice steakhouse vibe, with dark lighting with a piano singer in the bar that was absolutely crushing it. The entire bar staff became friends with us immediately. Big shout out to Brit who was the absolute MVP of our trip. Not only did she provide top-tier service but she gave us great local recommendations for some pool and dive bars that sealed the Houston experience for us. We got the bacon and quail appetizers. I would literally come back down to H town just for that. So incredibly good. We also ordered the chef special, a surf and turf Filet with shrimp scampi on top on a bed of whipped potatoes and broccolini. Absolute fire. Our other colleague got the ribeye that also crushed. The accompaniments were mac and cheese and fries. The mac was soo good. Really you need to stop reading this and go ahead and go there now. Like right now. Go on!

Part of the duckstache hospitality group (which I can't not support because I love Handies duozo…read moreand you can find me at Handies every week) The nigiri and the chicken fat rice was great, just how I expected. However the maki here is pretty average, not what I expected of this group. Very casual location in a little food hall like area. Next to a fried chicken place and a pho place. Horrible parking nearby tbh since it's downtown Overall considering the experience, the food, the location, the parking, the price, I likely won't return

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Federal American Grill ended up being the PERFECT pivot for our night…read more We sat at the bar and were greeted immediately--service was on point from start to finish (shoutout to Freddie!). The real win here is social hour. $10 appetizers that are normally closer to $18? Say less. We ordered a few things to share: Cheeseburger egg rolls (slightly overcooked on the outside, but still good flavor) Cheeseburger sliders (simple, but my partner enjoyed them) Meatballs over mashed potatoes (THIS was a surprise--it's basically a full meal and very good) Bang bang shrimp (probably my favorite--great flavor and presentation) Drinks were also well done and consistent. The vibe is definitely more relaxed, social, and comfortable--not super fancy, but still nice enough for a casual night out. Overall: Good food, great service, and excellent value. I'd definitely come back.

I ended up here on a busy Wednesday around lunch time. I had originally planned on having lunch at…read moreMorton's but they were closed for a private event. This was the only place opened nearby that I hoped had a decent filet. When I arrived it was busy, a few people standing at the front waiting to be seated. Typical lunch time rush. I was able to snag a seat at the bar. My bartender (the bow tie guy) was as always very accommodating. I asked him if he thought the filet was good here and he told me they were excellent. Taking his advice I order a filet, Brussels sprouts and a loaded baked potato's for my lunch. My cosmopolitan were great too. I was a bit apprehensive about ordering a steak here instead of a traditional steak house but they did not disappoint! It was a delicious perfectly cooked steak. Literally melted in my mouth so yummy. I like my steak medium but Pittsburgh style and they followed that to a T. The Brussels sprouts were divine as well. I took my potato home for a snack latter. I've only ever dined here for happy hour light bites so this was a pleasant surprise. Will be back soon.

After visiting Off The Record for the night, my friends and I took the short walk over to the…read moreUnderground Hall for some late night bites. I really appreciate the fact that this food hall stays open late for those enjoying downtown Houston. They had a wide variety of food options including chicken, burgers, and my personal favorite, tacos. Our group of 4 ordered from Birria Los Primos and got settled at one of the nearby tables. My friend saw that they had $1 champagne shots at the bar, so she ordered 4 for the table. We dug into our phenomenally tasting food and order two more rounds of champagne shots. This was the perfect place to end our wonderful day in the city and I would defiantly come back to try the other food they offer.

Great spot to get a quick bite or drink (or both hehe). Tried Wokker for the first time to get the…read morebbq brisket egg rolls and they were okay but didn't wow me, wish they had more flavor to them. The food from Los Primos never fails, always consistent and flavors are amazing. Service is always great, food comes out quick and they have a great happy hour Monday- Friday. Great, chill place to eat, drink and play some games as well.