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    Houston's Restaurant

    3.9 (4.4k reviews)
    Closed • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Dressy

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    Amy L.

    This Houstons never disappoints. Everytime i come, service and food are always amazing. Ribeye medium rare, house salad with thousand island and sushi//crab cakes are my usual go tos. I love that they give seasoning salt for the fries and extra thousand island without us asking for it. Crab cakes are only sold at dinner time now.

    Black Beans & Brown Rice
    Erin K.

    This is my second time here, the food is always delicious and our waitress was so sweet and attentive. The spinach and artichoke dip is always a favorite and is a good size, they also will give you extra chips. The california burger was good, I also love their fries and the seasoning it comes with. The french dip was also delicious, but I think this time when we got it, the dip was not as salty and the bun was not as soft as last time we had it. This was my first time trying the beans and rice, it was super flavorful. The beans tasted similar to barbeque sauce. The brownie was also really good, I like how most of the nuts were on top vs inside of the brownie Although this is a pricier meal, it is a good meal & ambience for a date night or girl's night'

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    Ara G.

    The last word 4: Going to Houston's is always an experience that I look forward to. I always rave about the highly professional servers and the excellent service, but during my last visit they came a little short of their usual attentiveness and attention to detail. Still a favorite restaurant of mine and highly recommended! Location 4: On the SE corner of S Arroyo Pkwy (a.k.a. Route 66) and Del Mar Blvd in the busy Pasadena, CA. Fortunately they offer free parking on the restaurant lot. Metered parking on the street is possible but limited. Venue 5: Upscale and trendy setting with comfortable indoor tables and booths. No outdoor seating. It is always very busy so be sure to make reservations way ahead of time Service 3.5: Our server this time was a little slow and casual, and not very attentive. This is unusual for Houston's. Food 5: Excellent, upscale comfort food. You simply cannot go wrong with anything on their menu. Drinks 3: Excellent (but small) list of creative specialty drinks. Full bar. Good list of beer and wine. While they do serve Espresso and Cappuccino and have a full bar, can you believe that they will not make you an Espresso Martini??? :D They also do NOT have decaf at all which is kind of unexpected.

    Grilled Artichokes I need more so good
    Suzy B.

    One of our favorite place in Pasadena, absolutely amazing place excellent food and service. Our lunch today was delicious and Natalie was absolutely fantastic. There's No Place like HOUSTON'S

    Allen L.

    One of my favorite places to come to for drinks and dinner. Some of my favorite dishes is the pressed sushi, cheese burger, and a crisp martini. The ribeye was really good as well, it was super flavorful and tender. Service is always top tier which I really love.

    Nigiri plate
    Christine L.

    This was my first time at any of the Hillstone restaurants and it did not disappoint. We had reservations and was seated relatively quickly, highly recommend making a reservation. We absolutely loved everything we ordered: -nigiri plate -rotisserie chicken -prime rib sandwich Everything tasted amazing (surprisingly the sushi was delicious!). We got cocktails and mid-cocktail the server came by and refreshed my martini glass to a cold one. The food quality and the service made our first visit so great that we are excited to try the other Hillstone restaurants.

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    Kit T.

    I came here for an early Valentine dinner but everyone seem to have the same idea as us so the wait was long. Note to self: Make a reservation next time. While waiting, there was a waitress who took drinks orders for people waiting. Other than the long wait, when my bf and I got seated, we were seated at the Bar. I ordered the Hawaiian steak and he ordered the wood grilled ribeye. I kept stealing my boyfriend's fries, the baked potato was alright. However for the medium Hawaiian steak, I ordered it was really good, the marinate was sweet and flavorful. My bf's wood grilled steak was very juicy. The service was friendly and kept asking us if we needed anything.

    Jeannie Y.

    Houston's has been one of my favorite steak restaurants in Pasadena for years, and I'm happy to say it is just as good today as I remember. Even though it's part of a chain, the restaurant consistently delivers quality food, reliable service, and a comfortable atmosphere that keeps me coming back. The steak was cooked perfectly and paired well with their classic fries, which were crisp, flavorful, and always a satisfying side. The salad was also exceptionally fresh, with high-quality ingredients that made it feel more thoughtful than a typical steakhouse starter. What I appreciate most about Houston's is its consistency--whether visiting years ago or today, the food quality and service remain dependable. Service was attentive, professional, and efficient throughout the meal. The only downside is the long line at the entrance, even for guests with reservations. However, the staff manages the crowd well, and despite the wait, we were seated earlier than expected. Overall, Houston's continues to be one of the most reliable dining spots in Pasadena, offering a great steakhouse experience with solid food, excellent service, and a level of consistency that is increasingly hard to find.

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    Arlene B.

    I wish Yelp had half ratings because I would give this place a 3.5. Some dishes were great but others fell short. Reservations are a must, it gets busy even for lunch. And honestly if I were to come back, I would only go for dinner. The price you pay is too high for lunch. Inside is dimly lit, another reason it's better to go for dinner, has a more romantic vibe. Service was really good 5/5. We got some sushi and the spinach dip. I would skip the sushi, it was mediocre, not worth the price. Spinach dip as also just ok. They can do without the sour cream on the side. Main dish which was the sole was actually really good. Amazing flavor, I would recommend it for sure!

    Tequila margarita
    Malinalli L.

    Fast service on Thursday 5 pm . Party of 2 gets seated pretty fast and the bar is also available for singles . Courteous and friendly staff- the food is Delicious . I got a cheeseburger with cheddar cheese. Medium rare- delicious . I got a tequila shot with no additives anejo tequila. Best , best night ever. Come over and enjoy a lovely early dinner.

    Hawaiian steak
    Melinda C.

    I probably would have given the restaurant a 3.5 but the main entrees were delicious. Okay, so I think the appetizers and sushi were lacking, especially for the price. The layered sushi roll is 5 pieces of low quality sushi. The spinach dip is like eating Applebee's spinach dip. I was scared our main dishes were going to be similar. Fortunately, the main dishes were great. We ordered the Hawaiian steak, which was seasoned and cooked well. The prime rib sandwich was delicious as well. Don't waste money on the appetizers or sushi.

    Hawaiian Rib Eye
    Brent Y.

    My wife and I came to Houston's for my birthday dinner, but we've actually been here many times because the food, service, and ambience are consistently top notch. Our go-to dishes are the Hawaiian Steak (medium rare) and either the Baby Back Ribs or the French Dip. The Hawaiian Steak is super juicy and flavorful, and the loaded baked potato is to die for. The Baby Back Ribs have a great barbecue flavor with a nice crisp texture, and the fries are always solid. The beef in the French Dip is also really tender and moist, which makes it another favorite. The service is excellent, from the hosts at the front to the wait staff. Everyone is friendly and attentive. The ambience is modern and dimly lit, which makes it a great spot for a date night or special occasion. Another plus is the free parking lot with plenty of spaces, which is always convenient. It does get pretty busy, so I'd recommend making a reservation ahead of time. Overall, Houston's is one of those places that's consistently good, which is why we keep coming back.

    Spinach Artichoke Dip (tortilla chips, salsa and sour cream)
    Joe C.

    Reservations were easy and was made directly through their website (https://houstons.com/locations/pasadena/). I made reservations the night before for a late lunch and was able to lock one in. We were a couple of minutes early and they already had a table set up for me and my wife. Leilani was our server and she was simply amazing! From the time we sat down, to ordering and food arriving to our table, everything was quick. Our go to items are always the Pan-Asian Noodle Salad and The Hawaiian (medium-rare). Food was made-to-order and portions were large enough to share between the both of us. The Spinach Artichoke dip is a must for us, but we were so full trying to finish everything. EVERYTHING was delicious! Overall, the staff was extremely attentive and were always checking in on us to see if we needed anything. At one point, we ran out of chips for the artichoke dip and they brought some more for us immediately. Houston's is always a nice treat for us when in the area and we can't wait to come back again!

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    Ask the Community - Houston's Restaurant

    Do they serve baked Alaska?

    I go there pretty frequently and have never seen it on the menu or in the restaurant.

    Are Dogs allowed on patio?

    There is no patio

    Is there motorcycle parking?

    I think there is. Their parking lot is ginormous.

    Can it accommodate a party of 6?

    The restaurant is styled for more intimate gatherings. Four are comfortably seated in some of the larger booths, six would be a squeeze. You can call to ask if their large circular booth would hold 6

    Is there any dress code? Is jeans acceptable?

    This is from the horse's mouth (a.k.a. the restaurant website). Now how literally they will enforce it may vary from case to case. I usually go there dressed casually but not in beach attire. Nice jeans should be fine. I've won them before:… 

    Can any of the vegetarian options be made vegan?

    How is the parking?

    Not great for bicycles, but ok for cars....

    Do you do take out?

    Yes they do.

    Open Christmas day?

    Yes

    Open thanksgiving day?

    Houston's is closed on Thanksgiving.

    Do they serve bread?

    Bread is not served.

    Do they do take out?

    No they do not

    Adding my name to waitlist?

    If you call ahead,you can be added

    Is it true that Houston does not allow you to dine in when you have a family or party of more than 4 people??? I just called to make a reservation & a female hostess said they do not allow parties of more than 4 with or without reservations to dine.

    Yes, not sure why, but the Pasadena restaurant has tables that are fastened to the floor which prevents multiple tables from being moved in together for larger groups. So, the layout is set up for tables with two to four chairs. When it's crowded… 

    Is the restaurant dog friendly?

    Service animals only, but registered service animals, not some barking or easily distracted animal posing as one (which is a felony)

    Are there high chairs now or a kids menu?

    No there is not no high chairs or kid menus

    Do you have to make a reservation or is walk ins fine?

    With a reservation you will not have to wait if you just walk in it depends on how busy the restaurant is at the time you decide to go

    Can my gf and I pop in here for a drink at the bar without having dinner? Is it realistic to think we could get a seat at the bar?…

    Yes, you can no issue.

    Can you accommodate a party of 20?

    No. You can reserve a table for two or for four, but not for a table of 6 which is walk-in (first come first serve) only. Other than those tables, there is seating at the bar.

    Do they do anything special for birthdays or anniversaries?

    Nothing crazy the regular like other restaurants but it's a treat to go there and I just visited the Irvine one where they had their key lime pie .... OMG now I felt like it was my birthday cause I got an extra slice to go.

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