What a gorgeous gem of a restaurant tucked away within a boutique hotel in the Heights. Hypsi delivered on all fronts: ambience (warm, cozy, and stylishly charming,) service (flawlessly anticipatory yet acutely respectful of our conversations) and, of course, the food. THE FOOD. Our parade of dishes was a glorious procession of flavorful, interesting, and unique creations. Highlights were the table side mozzarella service, the black truffle arancini, and the magnificent squid ink radiatori. Excellent spot! read more

Hypsi - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The ambience and décor are beautiful and definitely one of the highlights of the restaurant. The cocktails were also great, and the focaccia was very good. Unfortunately, the food overall fell a little short of expectations. The octopus was pretty good, but there was way too much sauce and it overwhelmed the dish. The squash blossoms were easily the best thing we ordered. The Steak Braciole was good, but nothing particularly memorable, and the Caesar had good flavor but was overdressed. I was especially disappointed because we were originally supposed to come here for my birthday, but the restaurant had to cancel our reservation about an hour beforehand due to an unexpected city water shutdown. We completely understood that the situation was outside of their control, and we were told that when we came back they would take care of us. When we finally returned, we were given a complimentary glass of bubbles to start, which was appreciated, but that was the extent of it. Between the circumstances surrounding the original reservation and how much I had been looking forward to trying the restaurant, I expected the overall experience to feel a little more special. Beautiful space, great drinks and a few standout bites, but ultimately it fell short of expectations. read more

Really great vibes and ambiance! We felt cool dining here haha. We found street parking easily but valet was also readily available. We started out with the truffle arancini and the focaccia, making sure to add whipped ricotta. Both of these starters were absolutely delicious! For our mains we shared the cavatappi and lumache alla vodka. Both were tasty but the lumache blew my mind with how good it was! Creamy, saucy, delectable. Something randomly picky is that their seating really varies in comfort level. We were originally sat in wooden chairs which were fine, but we asked to move to the couch-like chairs next to us and wow it was a huge difference! Service was good and the host wished my friend a happy birthday after seeing on the reservation that we were celebrating. The menu is on the smaller side but when you do everything well that doesn't matter! Will be back. read more

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Stayed at the hotel daphne and had an amazing breakfast. 11am on a Sunday and they were able to accommodate without a reservation. Our food was actually incredible. These were the best breakfast potatoes I've ever had. The breakfast sammie was soo good, Pantone waffle as well. The waffle and the perfect soft but crispy texture. We spent $42 on these 3 things and left full. The service was great and the place is so unique with a chic modern European aesthetic. Can't wait to come back here for an Italian dinner and to checkout Bar Daphne read more

Hypsi - Rosemary potatoes, croissant sandwich, Pantone waffle - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Nestled inside Hotel Daphne is a fabulous little resident made for an intimate date or celebrations. Service is stellar and you quickly feel well taken care of. We started with the focaccia, housemate, and added the whipped ricotta with pistachios. The bread was amazingly light with a crisp crust and the whipped cheese and pistachio combination was better than butter. We also ordered the prawns with pepperoni crust which arrived on a bed of bread that absorb all the drippings from the pepperoni and prawns. The bread alone was a flavor bomb. For entrees we had red snapper and braciole. The snapper came on an herbal sauce and was delicious. The braciole was surrounded by grape tomatoes which I ignored. The braciole itself was well executed. Since this was a birthday celebration, the dinner was ended with a complimentary raspberry sorbet. A worthy place for celebration. read more

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Five stars. Valet was friendly and complimentary. The lobby of the hotel was amazingly beautiful. The food. So good. The burrata with the pepper was so good with the sourdough! Ceasar was yummy and fluffy. The prawns were so good. The alla vodka we couldn't add chicken. They should work on that. Seems like a simple fix. Drinks also super tasty. Just a great all around dining experience with Rachel as our server. read more

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The restaurant is such a vibe! Beautiful inside and out, even the restrooms. We went during lunch service, so there were only sandwiches available. The focaccia was very tasty. We liked the Ashland. The pistachio pie was a tasty surprise, did not expect the agar, but it worked! For dinner, recommend bread service with ricotta and pistachios and squash blossoms. read more

Hypsi - Ashland and North Main - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place is all about the atmosphere and ambiance. It's absolutely beautiful--set in a stunning hotel in a gorgeous area. Honestly, you don't even feel like you're in Houston. The vibe is just right, especially sitting outside where the noise level was perfect for a relaxed experience. The service was good overall, but I wasn't very impressed with the menu. That said, the mozzarella cart was a standout, and the lamb meatballs were also delicious. Unfortunately, the main course didn't quite live up to expectations. I would definitely come back for drinks, appetizers, and to enjoy the ambiance--it's worth it for the experience alone. read more

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Beautiful restaurant and really good food, although I will say the appetizers were the stars of the meal. The house-made focaccia was some of the best I've ever had. Also loved the lamb meatballs and black truffle arancini. For dessert, we shared the tres leches tiramisu although frankly, it was so good I could have finished it myself. Service was also very on point all evening. read more

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Great new Italian restaurant inside Hotel Daphne in the Heights! It is a sister property to Perseid/Hotel Saint Augustine - so you already know it's going to be great! It is fairly small, so try to get a reservation if you can. However, this is also a plus, because it makes the space feel all the more intimate. Everything we ate was delicious. Be sure to try the mozzarella cart! They mix it table-side and it is so fun. read more

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A new gem! We came here on a Saturday night for dinner - had to make reservations about a week in advance and even then we could only get patio seating for an early dinner. So definitely make reservations in advance! We took the patio seating opportunity to bring our pup, since they're dog friendly. Located at the Daphne Hotel, the ambience is really nice and trendy. The patio was beautiful and is definitely going to be a popular place to hang out as the weather warms up. The food was all great! Homemade focaccia with ricotta spread and pistachios- 4/5. Can't go wrong with bread and cheese. Squash blossoms - 5/5- these were fried and filled with some sort of cheese. Very tasty - felt almost like an elevated jalapeno popper. Squid ink radiatori- 4/5 - this was tasty and different! Definitely had a spicy kick to it and I liked the texture difference with the fried calamari on it. Snapper - 5/5 - this was my favorite - perfectly cooked and crispy. Service was really friendly and quick. We'll definitely be back to hang out on the patio for some cocktails! read more

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Hypsi at The Daphne Hotel has a very chic, hip vibe and beautiful décor. Service was friendly but not especially attentive. The wine pours were very generous. We started with the lamb meatballs, beef tartare, and grilled octopus. The lamb meatballs were delicious and comforting, served with yummy toasted buttered bread. The grilled octopus was very flavorful and nicely cooked. The beef tartare was presented on top of a piece of bread, which was different, but I didn't love it. For entrées, we ordered the Cavatappi, Beef short rib brasato, Duroc pork Milanese, and Roasted snapper. The Cavatappi was hands down everyone's favorite dish. It was creamy, incredibly flavorful, not too heavy, and it just melted in your mouth. The roasted snapper was my second favorite. It was light yet robust with flavor. The short rib brasato was a bit dry and underwhelming. The Duroc pork Milanese was my least favorite. The pork was very bland, and the dandelion salad on top had a strange flavor that didn't work for me. For dessert, we tried the tres leches tiramisu and the pistachio pie, and unfortunately both were disappointing. The tiramisu portion was generous but all the ladyfingers and coffee flavor were concentrated at the very bottom. The pistachio pie was a miss for the whole table. It initially tasted like key lime pie. The top raspberry layer tasted citrusy orange and clashed badly with the pistachio base layer. None of us enjoyed it. That said, the atmosphere and the Cavatappi would bring me back. Next time, I'd love to try the roasted beets which looked really good. read more

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Nice atmosphere, but not the greatest service. Not a hospitable environment. The art form lost: Treating people like you want to be treated. The majority of people want to eat without being discriminated against. read more

Loved!! We went for a quick drink and snack and then the next morning for breakfast and both were great. Calamari with afternoon drinks was perfect - loved that it was not the same-old breaded calamari, they use cornmeal, it is really well-seasoned, and they serve it with a delishhhh arrabbiata sauce for dipping! Drinks are great, talented bartenders (shout out to Aaron) making signature cocktails but also being creative with some special ingredients! We sat on the patio and it was perfect! Breakfast was exactly what we needed, we sat inside at a lounge table and felt right at home but surrounded by beautiful decor, warm colors, great art, and very comfortable furniture! The breakfast sandwich was SO good. Perfect country style sausage, and croissant bun. We also got the waffle and the usual - the bacon is bonkers - so thick, loved the potatoes and the waffle was soooo good - get the waffle for the table, you will not regret it! read more

Hypsi - Waffle - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Came here for an early dinner after work. Ordered a lemon drop martini, focaccia, the beef short rib w Brussel sprouts, and the tres leches tiramisu (dessert to go). Everything was delicious. I feel like it's been a while since a dish stopped me in my tracks but the short rib did just that. From the start, I enjoyed my time here. I parked on the street, was met by the hostess who was so sweet! My waitress was also very friendly. The atmosphere and decor definitely has Instagram potential but in a classy way and non a neon-sign-catchy-slogan kind of way. Take your gal on a date night here! Order the short rib! It would be great if it had more options for someone with food allergies. There wasn't a lot of gluten free options. read more

Hypsi - Beef short rib w brussel sprouts - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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After the closure of Elro I was happy to see Terrence Galivan back in the mix with this new restaurant in the heights. I have been a couple of times since they opened in mid December and have been very impressed with both the food and decor. Good service, cool bar scene and even a cozy fireplace. Top dishes include the mozzarella cart, lumache alla vodka and roasted chicken. Also highly recommend the chocolate souffle! Excited to see how this restaurant evolves with the expansion of the hotel. read more

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Came for the first week of being open. The hotel and this restaurant are such a great cohesive design. It drips with elegance and comfort. The front hostess was so very nice upon arrival and gave us a great background on the hotel and restaurant. We got some lovely cocktails which all were perfect flavors and complimented the meals flavors very well. Tried the octopus and the cavatappi. Both were very decent but think there is room for the dishes to have a bit more flavor. Will definitely be back for happy hours to try more cocktails and appetizers. read more

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So disappointed by this experience! Hypsi could have been so great, but the service is lacking. TL;DR: The food was really good, and we liked our server. But after ordering $$$ of food/wine/etc., the hostess and manager kicked us out of our table before we'd finished eating because they "needed the table." The restaurant is beautiful. Located in the new boutique Daphne hotel in the Heights, Hypsi is located on the lowest level of the hotel, with a lovely bar, seating area, and more casual patio. The food was great. I really loved the caesar salad that our table shared (a little spicy, in a great way!), as well as the octopus appetizer. I wasn't a huge fan of the fried squash blossom, and I think that's the only appetizer that our table didn't finish, though it was fine. For main dishes, I really liked my cavatappi pasta with kale, sausage, and slightly spicy tomato sauce. And I would definitely recommend the pistachio pie dessert. We also ordered wine and cocktails--all great. Here's the interesting ending. Our server herself was very nice. However, while we were enjoying drinks and dessert, the hostess came over to our table to tell us to leave because she needed our table--our entire table let out a collective gasp as she left. We were still eating dessert and drinking wine, plus had spent a lot $$$! Our poor server was similarly offended and told the manager, who then surprisingly came over to double down on the hostess' message to leave because they wanted our table. While they comped our dessert that we didn't get to fully enjoy, we won't return to Hypsi for this reason. read more

Always a fantastic time at Hypsi. They have such delicious food, the restaurant is in hotel Daphne with beautiful decor, and the servers are very attentive. read more

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Had dinner at Hypsi recently and really enjoyed the experience. The food was delicious, and the portion sizes were perfect for sharing, making it a great spot to try a few different dishes. The drinks were yummy, and everything we had was well worth ordering. The service was friendly and attentive throughout the evening. The timing of some dishes coming out was a little different than expected, but it didn't affect the experience much. The atmosphere was definitely a standout--the vibes were immaculate. Cozy, stylish, and perfect for a date night. I'd happily come back and would recommend it to anyone looking for a great dinner spot with a fun, romantic ambiance. read more

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The waitress Austin (like the city!) was sooooo kind and wonderful!! We came for our anniversary and she helped make the experience so sweet and special. The food was also very good!! but really the wait staff was awesome. read more

We were looking forward to finally having an Italian restaurant in Houston heralded by someone with a reputation. We were very disappointed. While we've become accustomed to the grand plot of all Houston pasta chefs' refusal to cook past al dente, we've never paid New York/Chicago top Italian prices for pasta not cooked al dente. The cavatappi was actually over cooked. Pasta should never be overcooked for $15 let alone $30 We waited about 40 minutes after placing our pasta order to receive it, so it's possible the dish sat and that's why the pasta was overcooked. We don't fault them for the delay, they're new and it takes time to work out the kinks. The vodka pasta was fine but it was drowning in sauce and had no "kick". Not necessary to have so much sauce with that type of noodle. The service was attentive and kind, the ambiance is beautiful. Maybe they're just working things out, but take the pasta off 2 mins earlier, take it easy on the sauce, add some heat, and knock 15% off the price and this place has the potential to be a neighborhood gem. read more

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The best part of this restaurant is they're not afraid to make their food spicy. The burrata with chili crunch and spicy Caesar salad were my favorite. We shared beef tartar, orichette, rasiotori, and cavatappi. The orichette was my favorite. The pepperoncini martini and chenin blanc were good. The other cocktail were sweet for me. My friends really liked the calabrian chili whiskey sour. The hotel lobby and the restaurant are beautiful. Our waitress was amazing. read more

Hypsi - Chili burrata and our lovely waitress - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Hypsi is a place you wish you had in your neighborhood and if you're in this part of Houston, you're lucky you do. The area itself is great and Hypsi fits right in. Very comfortable inside and out. Blown away by the breakfast sandwich, it's a 10/10, sausage was perfect. The breakfast potatoes were crispy, well-seasoned, and way better than your typical side. Really great coffee. Other than breakfast, the drinks and calamari at happy hour also crushed. Service was awesome across the board. You can tell they care about what they're doing. Overall, this is a spot I'll definitely be coming back to. There's a lot more on the menu I want to try. read more

Hypsi - Cocktail - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place is a gem. Loved it. I went for happy hour with friends. The menu pricing was very reasonable. We had 6 drinks under $70. I had the Hypsi burger. It was delicious. Comes with Two 3oz Smash Patties, Sottocenere, Red Onion Jam, Pancetta, Truffle Mayo. Definitely will be returning for dinner. The service and attentiveness was on point and not over bearing being at the bar. Love the hotel/lounge vibe. Really made it feel cozy. read more

Super cute place with great service. I want these guys to win. But the food needs some work. We had the crispy fried stuffed squash blossoms- delicious! The mozzarella cheese with Calabrian chilis would have been much better if it was served room temperature instead of very cold. The bread that came with the cheese was tasty. The alla vodka sauce was very tasty but super watery and it splashed everywhere. The pasta was almost overcooked. The roasted chicken was ...yuck. It just tasted weird and didn't have any sort of interesting seasoning. This hotel is lovely and the staff are fabulous. With a little tuneup on the food Hypsi will be perfect. read more

Went out with my mom for my birthday on a Thursday and service was so rushed. They had us close our tab while I had a full martini left. We had been at our table for 1.5 hours at this time. I asked the server if there was a time limit on our table because we could feel it the whole time and they chalked it up to everyone checking on us because they wanted to provide "the best service" 10 minutes later while I'm trying to finish up my drink the manager approaches and asked us to move to the bar because they needed the table and he offered us both a HALF glass of wine. Overall food was mid. Vibe is cute but service is rushed. If I'm spending $200-250 on a dinner for two I should never have to check out before I'm done with a cocktail when I've only been at the table for 1.5 hours. read more

Looks pretty, but they apparently are not doing brunch, despite it being clearly posted and with a menu on their website. Witnessed several upset and confused customers get turned away. Disappointing, for sure. read more

Great new restaurant!! The staff from the hostess to the waiters were tremendously helpful and knowledgeable about everything on the menu. The restaurant is attached to the hotel, they offer complementary valet and you can sit indoors or outdoors while enjoying your meal. We had dinner inside then stepped out to the patio area for post dinner cocktails. read more

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We finally checked out Hypsi, the new spot attached to Hotel Daphne, and it honestly feels like nothing else in the Heights right now. From the second you walk in, you can tell how much thought went into the space. The decor, furniture, and overall design feel intentional but still warm and inviting. It's stylish without trying too hard. It did not feel like Houston. The patio is very private, and looks like an awesome spot for groups, dates, and brunch as well. The menu is small in a good way. Everything feels hand-picked, not thrown together, which made ordering easy. We had the squid ink radiatori, the lumache alla vodka, and the Duroc pork Milanese. All three were excellent. The pastas were rich, balanced, and clearly made with care, and the pork Milanese was perfectly cooked and not overly heavy.. it had a very flavorful salad with lemon and dill that really complimented the pork. We are excited to come back and try some of the other items, because they really all looked like solid picks. Dessert was the tres leches tiramisu, which was a standout. It's a fun twist and a great way to end the meal without feeling weighed down. More importantly, the service was fantastic. We were seated and taken care of right away, and our server Jesus was extremely attentive. Overall, Hypsi feels like a place you could come for a special night out but also one you'll want to come back to just because. I am so happy we have a nice boutique hotel in our neighborhood, and an incredible restaurant as well. Great food, a beautiful space, and a vibe that feels fresh for the neighborhood. Definitely worth checking out!!! read more

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Amazing venue for date night. Cocktails food and service all excellent. The decor is sublime and it's got a classy polished feel

Had dinner lastnight and we arrived a bit early so we sat outside and Ms. Dana was amazing getting our martinis out. Food was great! We had the octopus, arincino balls,squash blossoms, pasta with vodka, radiatore pasta, pork milanese and a nice bottle of wine. The best dessert was the pistachio pie! We'll definitely be back. read more

I ordered a caesar salad from the (limited) brunch menu. On the plate were many large lettuce leaves slathered with a pink dressing and sprinkles of parmesan. That was it. I tried to eat - rather difficult with such large leaves of lettuce, but gave up. They bought another plate of lettuce leaves with just the parmesan and the 'pink goo' on the side. Macdonalds could have presented a better meal. The worst caesar salad I have ever had - they should be ashamed. The waitress was indifferent and there was no ambience that i could discern. read more

Great drinks. Friendly people and good food. Happy hour place to be! The style is on point. read more

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The service was agonizingly slow and the food was mediocre. I started with a "Caesar Salad" that was made with leaf lettuce slathered in a an odd dressing. Not good. That was followed by an oddly seasoned tortellini that was hot because the chef added red pepper flakes. On to the main course. Pork that looked like chicken fried steak served up by a greasy spoon diner. It was dry and tough. I won't be back. read more

My son had the Octopus and ended up puking all night. He only had a few bites but was embarrassed to say he didn't like. Or maybe the octopus didn't like him. People .... Don't be scared to send crap back if it doesn't smell right! I had the vodka pasta and it was good, spicy as hell, but good. Wife had the fish and she really liked it. read more

Amazing culinary experience set in the heart of the heights... Not an overwhelming menu but still diverse... highlights from the appetizers: octopus, truffle arancini and steak tartare hit all the classic notes but each had their own unique twists. Main courses: snapper, chicken and tortellini were all shared family style. Highly recommend all 3. Didn't get to try the mozzarella cart but will next time. The dining experience feels almost more like a lounge vs traditional dining. The local art work throughout the entire restaurant and hotel sparks a natural conversation between patrons and the ambiance/setting. Easy place to relax, have a drink and enjoy good food. Staff seemed seasoned and knowledgeable for only being open a few days. Will be back for drinks and dinner. read more

We had a wonderful experience at Hypsi - until the end. Food and vibes were great. The mozzarella cart and lumache pasta stand out. Then, we were booted from our table about 2 hrs into the meal - glasses still full with the latest round of drinks we'd ordered with dessert. Experienced ruined. We won't be back. read more

Hypsi is the most stylish restaurant in Houston. Located inside the beautiful Daphne Hotel, they are both great additions to the Heights. The art and interior design is sophisticated and warm. Terrence Gallivan has created a curated menu which is inventive and absolutely delicious. The caesar salad, pasta and half chicken were favorites. Gallivan is one of the most talented chefs in town and he has brought some of the late great Elro items with him. Hypsi is an instant Houston classic. read more

The Caesar salad was the best Ive ever had. The spice was an amazing touch. The vodka pasta, snapper, and braised short rib were amazing. Tiramisu was delicious, we ate it all. Definitely recommend and the ambience and art is amazing. Our server Dana was amazing, she was very personable and recommended great options. read more

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