Came for lunch on a recent Saturday afternoon and the place was literally packed. The "20 minute wait" became more like 40 minutes. At least it was nice relaxing on the patio. How it sits us at a booth directly next to the bar which had been empty since we arrived that 40 minutes earlier. Seriously? In the meantime, the bar overflowed with the usual selection of Boca, babes, and pretentious men with bad rugs. Service was good, however, and the food was definitely B or a Level,, in fact, my French Dip sandwich was one of the best I've ever had. My dining partner could barely finish their fish sandwich due to it's sheer size. It is worth mentioning that the menu definitely comes at a price point higher than most chain restaurants. If they can only provide the dining experience without all of the locals who jammed the place and carrying on conversations as loudly as they can, you really have something. read more

Went to Houston's for Mother's Day lunch. Been to this Houston many times in the past, but it's been a couple of years. Things have changed. For starters I always order Jack Daniels here now they don't have Jack Daniels. OK you have a chocolate martini so they tell us we don't have chocolate martinis. It's only the hottest drink right now out there in the market. It's not only she said we don't have it that it's the way she said that she was happy to say that she was allowed to say no to a customer. Service was good. The food was good of course what you pay there it better be, ambience was nice. The manager was on top of everything. It was a busy day for that Mother's Day so I understand how everything could be a little bit different. We did ask for a couple of other drinks and they didn't have them so we just ordered some cosmopolitans and I ordered a different whiskey. We did have some deviled eggs were really good and salad, Cesar, which is excellent. I had the chicken sandwich which is famous there. It was very good after it was a little bit on the not so hot side but other than that, it was good the sides coleslaw that it brought delicious too. My wife ordered the fish sandwich and it was amazing. Also, fries are very good. The server that took care of us was very nice and pretty good when it came to following up and taking care of us she even opened the bottle of champagne that we ordered, and she was very talkative and had a good conversation. It was a tough day, but they made it! Ps The key lime pie was good. Fish crispy yumm chicken too Moms fish was delicious and grilled well done like she like s it. read more

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PENNY was a professional server with great suggestions for appetizers and dinner. The place is a favorite with great service and a crowd no matter what day or night of the week. We enjoyed a great dinner, perfect wine pairing and celebrated a happy occasion for no reason at all! SUPPORT LOCAL "A MUST TRY" read more

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We live this busy place. The service is great and they pay very close attention to what you need. We ordered the salmon and French dip. Both of these dishes were amazing. We started off with the grilled artichokes. They only have them once in a while and what a treat. We enjoyed the meals very much. The staff always cleaned up and removed plates and stuff after everything and came by and asked all the time if we needed anything. It's a place that we would visit weekly. Very good staff read more

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Excellent date night spot in Boca Raton the restaurant has a fancy steak house vibe with plenty of seating. The service is always efficient and attentive. The food is top notch my must haves are the spinach artichoke chip which has beautiful chunks of artichoke to cream ratio. The burger and chicken sandwich are big enough to split both are mouthwatering delights. They both come with fries but you are able to substitute for any of the side options. I highly recommend a dinner date here as it will not disappoint! read more

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Wow, I used to come to this location several times a week because I thought it was so good, I was nearby today and I decided to take my family to come and have an early dinner, we have their $55 Hawaiian ribeye, which probably was the worst kind of meat I ever had this used to be my favorite, second favorite was the ribs and the ribs were overcooked and dry. My mother-in-law had a French dip. It was OK. I had a baked potato, always great. Their french fries, ouch, I don't know what they did to the recipe, but they're the worst i've ever had. They used to be thin and crispy, now they're average and soggy. Do not recommend. read more

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Went with my daughter, we enjoyed. Started with cocktails I had the crush which was really really yummy!! We shared the grilled artichokes, really good. I had the chicken sandwich side of kale salad (very very thin chicken); she had ribs, fries, kale salad. We enjoyed ALL. The ambiance was nice, the service by Emily was on par. read more

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I love this Houston's! The ahi tuna is so tender and tasty with a nice sweet kick to it. The mushrooms served with it are amazing. I subbed the cole slaw for a loaded baked potato which was really yummy. I highly recommend their smoked salmon appetizer it is one of the best I've had and the dipping sauce is so flavorful I think it has garlic and green onion in it. Pro tip make a reservation as it gets extremely crowded. Also they don't have it on their drink menu but they make a great mojito! read more

Houston's Restaurant - Ahí tuna with baked potato - New American Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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I never write reviews but we showed up to our 4:45 pm reservation with our 1 and 2 year old and Houston's turned us away because of my husband's outfit. The hostess told us his sandals weren't allowed in the dining room. After asking to speak to the manager, he then told my husband his entire outfit needed to be changed if we wanted to eat there. He said he would hold our reservation until my husband got back from changing his outfit. We left with 2 hungry kids because they wouldn't seat us. This is the WORST restaurant to take kids to also as they don't have high chairs and we had to bring our own. We took our business next door to Gallaghers Steakhouse (a NICER restaurant mind you!) where they happily sat us with our children and my husband in his shorts. Won't be returning to Houston's Boca. Can't believe the manager told my husband his outfit needed to be changed! Oh also, only women are allowed to wear sandals according to the manager! It's 2026 and we live in Florida!!!! :) read more

I used to like coming here pre-covid, but it's gone downhill. I ordered a grilled chicken salad and asked for a different dressing and I was told they couldn't do that. Instead, they offered less dressing on the salad and a second kind on the side. This made no sense. Switched to the cheeseburger (no cheese, no bun), and that they could do. First burger was way too salty, sent it back and asked for no seasoning, which helped. It was okay after that. Had coleslaw instead of fries. First batch with the salty burger was great. The second batch? Tasted like it was in a mustard dressing of some sort. Not even close to the first one. Service was slow. Our server barely checked on us and never came around to offer us drink refills. Also, kind of odd, but all the female servers looked the same. They had the same style makeup, same hairstyle (braid), and most of them had brown hair. Overall, this was just a very disappointing visit. The food wasn't great, service was worse, and prices were too high for what we got. Won't be going back, too many better options nearby. read more

Houston's Restaurant - New American Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

The service was excellent, the food delicious. They were out of the grilled artichokes the night we visited, however they had guacamole (not on the menu) which was excellent. I ordered the seared tuna salad, the tuna was perfect the salad fresh, my friend ordered the steak perfectly cooked. The place is always clean , maybe a bit too dark for some but we liked it. read more

Houston's Restaurant - Seared tuna salad - New American Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Most times, the experience at restaurants is not solely determined by how good the food and drinks are but more about how the people there made me feel. And for the price point and caliber of the restaurant, I would NEVER revisit this restaurant again. First impressions are a real thing and it's a huge factor in the overall experience. Outside of the fact that the place itself was nice and my food was delicious, the old fashioned I ordered was subpar. I've had a better old fashioned from the cigar lounge right up the street. I ended up ordering a Tito's & club instead. From the time I sat down to the moment I received my food, the bartenders never checked on me. It felt like the kind of restaurant where you had to reach out to them as opposed to them checking on you. I've had better food, drinks and service at other restaurants and for that reason, I'd never go back to this restaurant, especially this particular location. read more

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Rude hostess greets you with very unpleasant demeanor, not willing to accommodate or even listen to your concerns. Making and waiting for reservation at this place kills the joy of food experience as well as the mood. Time to look for another restaurant, I'm sure there are plenty of good ones in Boca read more

10/10 minus nothing ! Excellent food and service . Had the perfect girls night . The key lime pie was also delicious. read more

Houston's Restaurant - THE HAWAIIAN - USDA PRIME - New American Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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Houston's is a great restaurant. Very good food but a bit dated. I wish they would revamp the menu a bit. Servers are awesome very attentive! The restaurant itself is beautiful and if you are trying to get in especially for lunch I recommend getting a reservation unless you are ready to wait! read more

I have been coming here since they first opened in 1990. The food and service are always consistently very good. Had a lunch meeting with my financial advisor. I tried the SASHIMI TUNA SALAD, pan-seared ahi, mango, avocado, mixed greens, cilantro ginger vinaigrette but I got the tuna raw, very good. My friend chose the RUBY RED TROUT, lightly seasoned and hardwood grilled, served with coleslaw. That day, they substituted artic char for the trout. he enjoyed it. read more

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Houston's is a great classic American food that's not only tasty it's consistent at any Houston's location. I've had similar dishes at locations across the country and all are spot on and taste the same! Now about the Houston's in Boca Raton. Ample parking outside and easily accessible from two different street entrances. They have a nice bar, but it's often full, however they do have ample space around the bar to put your drink down and there's a cool outdoor seating area to wait while your table is ready. Our favorite is the Smoked Salomon appetizer served with aioli. The salmon is smoked/cooked to perfection and you can put on the toast points that come with it. Highly recommend! The Asian salad is amazing and you can get it with a side of protein. Their Caesar salad makes a fantastic and can come with chicken added. The Hawaii pork chop is to die for- come with an appetite ... this dish is huge. If you haven't tried Houston's, you must check them out! read more

We visit quite often- one of our date night rotations- we usually sit at the bar- the food & servers are top notch in Boca! Paige was excellent! We keep coming back because the food is always consistent! Every time! read more

Houston's in boca has gone wayyy down hill. The service is awful the last 2 times I've been there and the food just isn't as good. This last time I asked for toppings on the side for my potato and was charged $5 extra. If it's going to be extra just say there will be an extra charge for that. Crazy!!! Menus were also dirty and slimy. Won't be back. So many better options in boca. read more

I grew up going to Houston's and always loved it, so it's disappointing that this location has become a chore rather than a pleasure. Hillstone runs some of the best restaurants anywhere, and this is the only one I know of where regulars consistently feel let down. Tonight's visit at the bar summed it up. Service was slow, and the team wasn't proactive about taking orders. Maybe it was a staffing issue, but it felt more like disorganization. We asked for a dish to be split and for a side of mayonnaise. The dish arrived un-split, without a sharing plate, and without the side of mayonnaise. We had to ask for a plate twice before finally getting up to grab a plate ourselves from a stack several feet down the same bar. Hillstone is known for its obsession with service guidelines and timing, but here it backfires - the staff gets so caught up in the "right way" to deliver something that it doesn't get delivered at all, even when the item is sitting a few feet away. To be clear, everyone was friendly. They just seemed overwhelmed and not supported by a system that should make their jobs easier. Other Hillstone locations run smoothly and consistently; this one has the potential to, but it needs attention. I'm writing this in the hope that things improve, because I'd love to enjoy this Houston's the way I used to. read more

Reliable GooD food and suPerb Service! Pro Tip: Make a RESERVATION! Impressive well oiled restaurant. I haven't been to my local Houston's in ages but this Boca location was flawless. ++. Ambiance is expected darker moodier comfy space plus Western lodge / beams vibe. Their exterior garden waiting area was super cute and was tastefully done. ++. Food is updated American. We came here for their babyback ribs which were fall off the bone tender. They were well executed especially if you like their BBQ sauce which one of my family members would drink. I substituted fries for their sautéed purple cabbage with goat cheese that was delicious as always. For me, more impressive was their Caesar salad as it's rare to find one that I'll actually finish. I prefer mine made from scratch. Their kale salad was enjoyed as well. Most impressive was their grilled artichoke appetizer. We saw it on the grill on our way in, ordered it and it was astonishing!! The BEST artichoke ever :)) +. Price is slightly higher. +++. Service was impeccable at this location... best Houston's experience ever! I've tried both Atlanta and Pompano locations. They were helpful, efficient, courteous and not rushed. They do A LOT of business here and were fully booked. With declining service level at so many places, this Houston's has kept theirs in tact :) +. Parking is free in a semi private office-park lot in front of Houston's. MY RATINGS --- Inhumane -- Disgusted - Don't bother = Missed the Mark + Good ++ Better +++ EDIBLE... WHERE have you been all my LiFe! read more

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This was a Saturday night and even though most of the Seasonal residents went north, this place was still mobbed. It was difficult to get a parking spot at 6 pm. We were greeted and seated within a few minutes at a circular booth. It was very noisy but still bearable and I could hear my friends talk. All the tables are booths so it's hard to have a party larger than 4 people here. It's very intimate though and they have a large bar where lots of patrons gather and enjoy. The open kitchen overlooking the dining room is fantastic. I love watching them cook. Chelsea was our sweet waitress. She made us comfortable immediately and offered drinks and appetizers. We did order the spinach artichoke dip with chips for the table. Without asking, extra chips were delivered to fill our partially empty bowl. Paul and I shared the traditional salad which came with bacon bits, cheese, corn kernels, tomatoes and greens. It was fresh and delicious. I totally enjoyed my Red Ruby trout entree and tabbouleh side- right up my alley. Paul had the rib eye Hawaiian style which melted in his mouth with French Fries. He had asked the kitchen to slice the beef because of a handicap but they said "NO". Chelsea offered to do it but we said that I would do it. That was upsetting. My friend had a Caesar salad and the huge cold shrimp for dinner. There were 3 colossal shrimp which truly filled her up. Dave had the USDA PRIME FRENCH DIP thinly sliced roasted prime rib piled high on a house-made toasted French roll and Cole slaw. He enjoyed it. To our surprise, the restaurant does not offer decaf coffee. Therefore we did not order dessert. Unfortunately there was a double entry on our check which we caught. Chelsea was embarrassed and very sorry for the mistake and had it corrected. So to sum up, we enjoyed our dinner but there is room for improvement. read more

Houston's Restaurant - Ruby Red trout with Tabbouleh - New American Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

I went here with a friend the other day Quality is top notch. Martinis and wine were really good. I thought they were pretty fast at getting our orders. Martinis are expensive but it's to be expected I had salmon with Ceaser salad. I don't like my salad burned so I ordered medium and they made it to perfection. Key lime pie was awesome I thought the wait staff was trying to rush us but we ordered the key lime pie at 9:30 and I think they close near that time so I guess I understand. read more

Houston's Restaurant - Salmon and Ceaser salad - New American Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

Upscale casual restaurant, comfortable dark wood ambiance with open kitchen. Waitstaff was friendly and very welcoming. We started with the spinach and artichoke dip with chips- very good. My crispy chicken sandwich was tasty and very filling(loved the aioli sauce. As a former New Yorker, I always want to say Howstons instead of Houston's. Consistent and worth the visit. read more

One of my favorite places especially for lunch. They have a few dishes that are outstanding. My favorite is the French Dip that comes with French fries. They make a delicious hamburger that will never disappoint. The baby back ribs are perfect a huge portion that you're probably not going to finish also comes with French fries. The shrimp cocktail aren't jumbo shrimp. They're Colossal in size. Who doesn't love that. I sit at the bar for lunch and with 2 bartenders right there the service is not good...it's great. Im there for lunch twice a month! read more

We went to Houston's the other day for lunch with our family, and it was fantastic - but what truly made the experience exceptional was our server, Skyla. Our kids were indecisive and a bit moody, and Skyla handled it like a pro. She explained the menu in a way that made it easy (and fun) for them to choose, and somehow turned the whole mood around. She was warm, patient, and genuinely great with them. Everything we ordered was delicious. The kids had the cheeseburger and chicken sandwich, I had the French dip, and we shared the spinach artichoke dip for the table. Skyla made sure we were never waiting on chips or drinks - everything was perfectly timed and effortless. We've always loved Houston's, but service like Skyla's takes it to another level. She made an already great meal even better. We'll definitely be back soon. read more

Houston's Restaurant - New American Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

My go to favorite continues to be the trout, but recently a girlfriend and I shared two different entrées, the trout and the fall off the bone ribs. Both of them were outstanding! The ribs were delicious and the trout was perfect as usual! Our phenomenal service Was mastered by Yanni! He was very detailed in his descriptions of the various entrées, and continued to stop by throughout our meal to make sure we've had enough to drink, we're satisfied with our sides, and we're enjoying ourselves. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful, and we couldn't ask for a better place to catch up. Hat's off to the entire staff. From the hostesses to the food runners to the servers, while praising the excellent fare, every meal is delightful at Houston's! read more

Houston's Restaurant - Hardwood Grilled Trout - New American Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

I have a favorite lunch at Huston's the French Dip. But today I had a bad experience. The meat was so fatty that it was slimy, usually there isn't one bit of fat on this sandwich. I took half of the sandwich home showed it to my wife and she asked me why didn't you send this back. I was with someone and didn't want to bring attention to it. Being a previous restaurant owner I would have never let this item leave the kitchen. read more

Upon arrival, the hostess informed us that flip flops were not allowed. This was surprising, as we have dined at this location countless times over the years without any issue. When I asked to speak with a manager for clarification, the manager approached us with a sarcastic and dismissive attitude, showing no professionalism or courtesy. Rather than explaining the policy or attempting to resolve the matter respectfully, the manager told us, verbatim, that "it's best you don't dine here." After two decades of loyalty, being told to leave in such a rude and condescending manner was not only shocking but incredibly disappointing.!!!!! read more

We have been to Houston's numerous times, We love it. Mandy was our server today and I must say, as a person that was in the industry, she blew me away. She gave us fresh chilled glasses throughout our lunch for our cosmos ( A+ IMO). The table was always clear of dirty dishes, The apps to entrees timed perfectly. We never felt rushed. She entertained our stories - laughed with us and made us feel like we were her only guests. AMAZING SERVICE! Ask for Mandy - but only when we are not there, LOVE YOU MANDY! We will come back FOR YOU! read more

We always frequent Houston's when in the Boca area. It never disappoints!! We have wonderful service and wonderful food today. Kayden e was the most wonderful server..so sweet and so efficient. It seems like all the servers work together to make sure you are well taken care of and we never had to wait on anything. We started with the jumbo shrimp cocktail and the traditional salad with the creamy garlic dressing. Both were excellent! We decided to try the Rosemary Focaccia bread and it was so delicious. We had the Prime Filet with Fries and the Hawaiian Ribeye with the braised cabbage. Both were cooked to perfection at Med Rare with a little char on them. The braised cabbage with feta was a pleasant surprise and very tasty. We finished with the delicious Key Lime Pie and Cafe Americanos. The Key Lime had a wonderful graham cracker pecan crust. The whole meal and experience were excellent as always!! read more

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Always busy so I guess people love this place. Bar is fun, bartenders are terrific. Food is ok good not great. Good people watching ( Boca is a trip) Again, pricey but that seems to be the running theme for Boca restaurants. Restaurant is pretty inside, plenty of parking. read more

Always a great experience at Houston's. Came for lunch today and got sat immediately which usually doesn't happen as they're always packed for lunch. Our server wasn't too great and very attentive, food was good. I will say I hate how dark it is in there during the day, but that's my only negative factor. Wish their menu was bigger too and they would bring back the chicken tenders. read more

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my first visit to Houston's was in Nashville over 30 years ago! Today without too many changes it's still a place that continues to please! Food - i've never had a bad meal! The hickory burger is my favorite and it's not even on the menu but for those that have tried it - just fantastic- i order it always with extra cheese onions and sauce!! The bar area is always crowded and service is incredible! A happy laughing group of people! They don't encourage customers who don't control their children or dregs that dress like they've come out of a swamp!! Suits not necessary but it's great to be in a restaurant that encourages respectful behavior and appropriate clothing! A Restaurant that Is a staple for a great experience! read more

We had a nice dinner here on Saturday night without reservations. We did have to wait an hour for bar seating but we luckily were seated prior to what we were told was the wait time (1 hour and 45 minutes). Not sure if this place is worth such a long wait but I was happy we did. Parking was no issue but it's so dark outside, it's hard to spot pedestrians crossing the street. The ambiance is nice and service was nice. I enjoyed the French dip and chicken sandwich. The artichokes said they were gone for the season but luckily they had some and we got one order. A little burnt and not as cooked as I prefer but still yummy. All the sauces that came with the food was good. Prices are high but for good reason. Everything was served hot and fresh. I'd love to come back and try more. read more

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First and foremost, I would like to say Houston's Boca is one of my favorite restaurants and I feel like I am treated like family by the amazing bartenders , Brent, Caesar, Martine and Trish! We love them! So I tend to eat alone at times unless my daughter and ex husband, friends join. When I do eat alone, I like to bring out my iPad to read the news, sometimes the NY Post or a book. So today, I am sitting here and I have my little iPad out and reading the news. The junior general manger, Kevin, came out and said we now don't allow any iPads, lap tops, or any outside things. So we asked to speak to the general manager. I almost felt like I was in a Curb your Enthusiasm episode and I wish Larry David could come to my rescue!!! " No iPads and Pink tiny Straws Allowed! " Mind you, I come to Houston's Boca 4-6 times a week! And love everyone here. He also mentioned we are not allowed to put out skinny pink straws in the martini! When Kevin, the manager, who has now come back recently from another place... we explained to him our situation but he seemed to be pretty sure of his decision. He stated it was his choice with corporate , but in my impression, it seemed to be his. It brings to me back to old school( not in a good old school way) principal male mentality of controlling & condescending and should have, in my opinion, thanked me, my daughter, and my friend for our business! FYI, my daughter, and friends love the food, ambiance, and all the bartenders , service here! Just a little disappointing ! This could be a curb episode read more

This place is not as exclusive as they try to pretend to be. They have no high chairs and don't allow strollers. The food is usually pretty decent, service is often good for the most part. However, when trying to make a reservation, they often make it very difficult however, when you arrive half of the restaurant is empty. They definitely need to work on their funnel of clients and how they attend to them as this could offer for a much better inclusive experience. They've made changes to the menu such as adding different sauces to the burger and different toppings to the brownie, but it has not elevated it if anything, it now appeals to a smaller customer base (at least this has been the general consensus when visiting with family & friends on various occasions( read more

The food is good and the wait staff friendly, but the corporate decision not to have decaf coffee is both odd and maybe is about turning over tables? Never seen it anywhere else. A few mocktails would be nice. read more

Superb quality food with a professional wait staff. The chefs follow a consistent quality preparation! I have eaten there 30 times now and never had an off meal. The salads and soups are wonderful and they have a fabulous veggie burger. The only thing I could wish for there is that they would have a larger 10 ounce burger available on the menu. The roasted chicken is made to perfection and is always moist and never dry ! A top notch establishment with a wonderful charming atmosphere!! :-) read more

Houstans will consistently deliver. Service is military style. Timing is everything for them. Food... As for Appetizers; Artichokes take 1st place over any other chokes around. Spinach dip, smoke salmon, and their chili... can't go wrong with either. Main dish the ribeye, the salmon n baked potatoes, and the burgers are fire with homemade potato strings! Leave room for dessert. The brownie and keylime pie will not disappoint! I'm going to keep the 5 stars bc I've loved houstons for so many years. But I will say, during my last visit, there was a lap dog in the dining area. I strongly believe that if you must bring your dog to dinner, it should be somewhere with outside seating. I've worked at a Houstons many years ago and we would have the highest standards for our guests, no hats, no bathing suits (there was a dock at my old location), no flipflops and never did I encounter Pets in the dining room. I'm surprised and bothered as I'm highly allergic to dogs. read more

Houston's Restaurant - Grilled artichokes with the best sauce on the planet. Prove me wrong! - New American Near Me - Boca Raton, Florida

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