J. Alexander's Restaurant

Did they rebrand from Merus to J. Alexander?

Yes

Is there outdoor space for kids?

No outdoor seating or area of any kind.

Is there a happy hour?

No, there's no happy hour.

Does restaurants take reservations?

Yes, you can either call or make a reservation through the website at https://merusgrill.com/

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Taste of Texas

4.6(5.5k reviews)

6.2 mi•Memorial

The food and service is A÷. This is my favorite place, you must put this on you Bucket List.read more

All of the above ! Loved the service food ,everything will definitely be back! We went to celebrate…read morebirthdays!

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Taste of Texas Center Cut Filet

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4.4(2k reviews)

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Sometimes a good dinner at the bar is all you need, and 48 definitely understood the assignment!…read more Stopped in for dinner and treated myself to the fried lobster and a cocktail. The lobster was the star of the evening! There's something about a good seafood dish, a well made drink, and being able to sit at the bar and enjoy your own company that makes for a lovely night out. I also appreciate restaurants where you can have a full dining experience without necessarily needing a table or a special occasion. Sometimes you just want to pull up a barstool, order something delicious, and enjoy your evening. Definitely a nice option for a solo dinner, a casual date, or an evening out when you're in the mood to indulge a little. And yes, I'm always here for a restaurant that makes dining at the bar feel like an experience of its own. Good seafood and a cocktail will get me every time!

This place is interesting. I've always heard of it but never quite found interest in going. Well I…read morearrived and it was everything I expected it to be. I found this place to be underwhelming. Our server was nice enough service was not bad, they were efficient. The seafood is not wild caught and the prices do not align. I ordered the superfood salad um...there was nothing super about it. It was very underwhelming and quite disappointing. I also ordered the whipped sweet potatoes and the crispy shrimp. Crispy they were not and they weren't good they weren't either..

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Toro Toro

4.0(225 reviews)

5.7 mi•Downtown

Ok, we like this place. Tonight just didn't hit. We were sat in the bar area where most tables and…read moregroup were eating. The energy level was high and good. Atmosphere is inviting. We started with some champagne and French fries. It's our thing. The champagne was cold. Really nice and fries were the right amount of crispy. The Aguachile will bring us back. It was the Bone-In Beef Rib Al Carbon that threw us off. We've had it before and were looking forward to it again. Tonight it just didn't taste right. Seasoning was bland/missing. Temperature was not hot and barely warm. I'm not going to kill the place over it. We like it here. Tonight was just a miss.

Three of us patronized ToroToro for breakfast after picking up our friend whose flight landed at…read more730am, so of course our friend hadn't eaten breakfast. Between us we had Avocado toast, Huevos Rancheros, and eggs Benedict with a fruit plate. The service was excellent with an amazingly kind waiter and all food was as ordered and arrived quickly (thank goodness since we're starving at 820am). The entire restaurant was a calming vibe and we never heard the street sounds during our meal. I would highly recommend this place for an early breakfast meeting, business lunch, or a nice dinner date and if you're up for it, try Bandista!

Open concept inside Four Seasons

Peruvian Ceviche. Very fresh and done quite well.

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Toro toro churrasco.

93' Til

4.4(279 reviews)

3.8 mi•Montrose

•$$

I originally came to 93 'Til specifically to visit The Tippling Point and try their coffee and…read morematcha, but let me tell you--the food coming out of that kitchen kept catching my eye! Everything looked SO good. I didn't order a full meal this time, but I did have the yogurt with granola and fruit, and it was extremely good. If something that simple was that delicious, I can only imagine how good the rest of the menu is. I really enjoyed the coffee and matcha from The Tippling Point, but now 93 'Til has given me another reason to come back because I absolutely need to try the food. I was watching plates come out like, "Okayyy, what did THEY order?" Definitely coming back--and next time, I'm hungry!

The vibes here are sooo immaculate! Vinyl records on deck, never thought Houston would have this!…read moreThe last time I saw this concept was in a little hipster joint called Brillobox in Pittsburgh, PA in the Lawrenceville neighborhood. Their chicken sandwich is moist and flavorful, top five in my book, made headlines in the newspaper, salute. The staff is so engaging and tip top service, everyone from the bartenders to the servers. I try to make it out every Thursday for the dj nights. Thank you for a wonderful time always.

4.8 mi•Midtown, Fourth Ward

Inside

Amazing grilled cucumbers...who knew??

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Carrot cake tres leches

Medium Rare

4.0(211 reviews)

The steak fruits was really good. I really loved for the fries the sauce that they pair with it is…read moredelicious really flavorful and robust. I had the hibiscus margarita and it was really good as well.

0/5 Service was…read moreslow. The tequila sunrise & aperol spritz were not good! I had the eggs benedict - nasty!!! The steak was disgusting and chopped up like dog food. No flavor, no tenderness. The egg was not a good eggs benedict, hollandaise sauce was watery. I never take back food, but I could not eat it so I got the steak and eggs with fries. Again, horrible. No seasoning, peppercorn sauce was nasty and fries were cold and not even fried. Ambiance was fine.

Right above the bathroom entrance for everyone to see

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The Post Beer and Wine Garden

4.4(116 reviews)

5.5 mi•The Heights

Met for a girls night in this cute little restaurant. The music was good and the atmosphere was…read morecomfortable. The bartender recommended a really nice wine and we shared a bottle over dinner. Two of us had steak, one strip the other filet. We shared French fries and green beans. Everything was so good!! The steak was cooked perfectly. Another friend ordered the grilled cheese with Gouda and loved it. It's definitely a do again!!

Post Beer & Wine is one of those neighborhood spots that instantly makes a bar crawl better. We…read morestopped in during a crawl and ended up lingering longer than planned, which feels like the best compliment you can give a place. We enjoyed a glass or two of wine, tossed some darts, and soaked in the relaxed, unpretentious vibe. It is casual in the right way. Easy to talk, easy to stay, and not trying too hard to be anything other than a solid local bar. The real highlight, though, is Posty the bar cat. An adorable black and white cat who clearly runs the place. Getting to know Posty outside was an unexpected and genuinely charming moment that made the stop memorable. If you are a cat person, this alone will win you over. Even if you are not, it is hard not to smile. Great drinks, darts, friendly energy, and a bar cat that steals the show. Post Beer & Wine is exactly the kind of place you hope to find when hopping around Houston, and absolutely worth a stop even if you are not on a crawl.

Wine selection

Chimichangas!! New off menu!!!

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JOEY Uptown

4.4(1.7k reviews)

1.1 mi•Galleria/Uptown

Friends and I had a blast here for a long time reunion. Jany was so sweet and made our dinner extra…read morefun and special! Excellent service!!

Had a wonderful dinner last night at Joey Uptown. Brittany service was excellent and the food was…read morevery good. It was really great to get a welcome glass of champagne. That started the tone for a great evening.

Interior

Szechuan Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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Old Fashioned and Espresso Martini

B&B Butchers & Restaurant

3.9(1.6k reviews)

5.0 mi•Sixth Ward

Outstanding dinner. Food was perfectly prepared and service was excellent. Highly recommend !read more

Me and a friend came here on a whim. We were in Houston and was headed to one place when we…read morestumbled across this place. We walked and and you had to have reservations however they had 2 spots at the bar upstairs so we sat there. It was a fine dining place and we were a bit casual but still nice where we didn't stick out so terribly..lol SERVICE: We were probably at the bar I would say at least 10 mins before anyone greeted us. And 2 ladies to our right may have been there I would say about 15 mins before us, only b/c they didn't have anything in front of them just yet. Looked like thwy hadn't been there long, however, evwrytime I turned around this guy kept checking on them making sure they were good. He seemed to be some sort of manager. Anyhoo, finally a server came and greeted us. She had a unique name that now I have forgotten, but anyhoo, she was really nice. It was restaurante month there so we took advantage of there pre-made menu that came with a 3 course meal excluding drinks. We were served our drinks and not to long our apps. And the ladies next to us may have been 5 mins in between us ordering. However their food would come out fast. Once our apps were finished I know it had to have been 20 mins or longer before our food came out whereas the ladies next to use finished there apps not to long before us and had their food in the next 10 mins or so. They were actually just about done eating their main course and our food hadn't even came out yet. Then a server brought us over the desserts and I was like we hadn't had our meal yet. At this point I was a bit upset b/c I felt like since we were 2 women of color we were being over looked. There wasn't many ppl of color in this place. Matter-of-fact I think I only saw one other table that had ppl of color sitting at it. Other than that it was just us. So I th3n ask for a manager. He came, same guy that had been fawning over the ladies next to us, amd he gave some lame excuse for th3 delay and mix up with the desserts and offered us a glass of Champagne, I don't even like Champagne, he could have offered either a drink of our choice of maybe a bit off the bill for the delay. I understood it was busy, but they also know it was restaurant week and they wasn't a delay with the ladies next to us. So I felt like he was a bit dismissive and I did t appreciate it. If it hadn't been for the service or our waiter we might not have stayed. FOOD: Now I will say the food was soo good. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I had the beef salad although it came stacked and looked so great and my friend had the meatballs which she raved about. For dinner we both had the salmon which was superb. So no complaints here. Then the desserts. I had the carrot cake and she had the chocolate genache cake. They were delightful AMBIANCE: It was packed but not uncomfortable it was just a lot of ppl. But it also was quite a big place. They had a downstairs, upstairs and an outside area, so lots of seating, however they were extremely full. The bar was quite roomy and luckily we were able to take the end corner part which was perfect, b/c not a lot of ppl passing by us. Like we had our own little section. All in all is was nice, I would only go back during restaurant month or with a date who was paging b/c outside the prepaid menu which was $55 (not including drinks) most meals went from $40-$200pp and that is no exaggeration. So yea it was quite the fine dining experience.

4.1 mi•Montrose, Fourth Ward

Interior second floor

Warm butter cake is sooooo good

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Espresso martini & watermelon mule

Marmo

4.1(841 reviews)

Dan was absolutely incredible. So personable and so kind. Anytime we asked for a food suggestion or…read morea drink suggestion he gave us the best options and was so honest as well. The food was delicious the pastas were great. I think we literally ordered everything off the menu. We had the oysters on a half shell calabrian chili mignonette and that was a good 7 out of 10. It had a tangy or citrus aftertaste I didn't like too much. We have the Polpette which are classic meatballs with tomato sauce and with ricotta. I'd say these were a good 9 out of 10. A solid meatball with good flavor. Robust. Rich. The rigatoni ala vodka was delicious. It had tomato cream sauce with Parmigiano-Reggiano and it's a good 9 out of 10. We actually had a second order of this! The Caesar salad was delicious and rich. All the flavors and seasonings on top.. just like I like it. Every lettuce was covered in Caesar dressing and it was super yummy. The cacio e pepe was yummy. I had a parmigiano and black pepper. Overall the pastas were just really delicious. I would give this a 10 out of 10. We ordered another round of this one as well. The Tuscan fried Chicken had artichokes and lemon and garlic aioli and we would say this is a solid 9 out of 10 as well. It was well fried and well coated with good ingredients and flavor. The veil Bolognese was okay. Not my favorite but it wasn't bad. But definitely not something I would order again. Maybe a 7 out of 10. We also had the grilled shrimp skewers that were covered in Olive oil, salt, calabrian garlic butter, and lemon. A solid 8 out of 10. I mean, I know you can mess up shrimp but.. not shrimp skewers. So these were quite yummy. I will certainly visit again because we just had these happy hour items since we were there for business meeting. I would love to have dinner and see how that menu is!

Came here for a girls' night out with friends, and unfortunately the experience was a bit mixed. We…read morewere seated outside, but it took over 20 minutes for anyone to come by our table just to take our drink order, which was frustrating. The biggest surprise was toward the end of dinner when a cockroach jumped onto our table. Definitely not ideal, especially for a restaurant at this price point. We ended up moving inside to finish our wine at the bar, and I will say the atmosphere inside was MUCH better. There was live music, and it made the space feel lively and fun. The food itself was good, and we enjoyed our dinner, but overall I felt the prices were high for the level of service we received. I think there's potential here, especially with the great indoor atmosphere and live music, but I'd hope the service and cleanliness issues were just an off night.

Bar seating

Carrot Salad

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Credence

4.4(280 reviews)

4.8 mi•Memorial

Family-owned & operated

Locally owned & operated

Credence was such a good experience from beginning to end. The food was outstanding, the service…read morewas attentive without being overbearing, and our server gave genuinely great recommendations. The ambiance was beautiful too, and the speakeasy was such a fun bonus. The monkey bread was the perfect way to start ! Warm, soft, and dangerously easy to keep eating. The baked potato was probably one of my favorite sides; it was super creamy with this crusted layer that basically melted in your mouth. The NY Strip steak was perfectly seasoned and definitely lived up to expectations. The branzino was fresh and cooked well, but the seasoning was a little too subtle for me, so it didn't stand out as much as the other dishes. I also wasn't a huge fan of the cabbage. Overall though, Credence absolutely delivered. Great food, great service, beautiful atmosphere, and plenty of dishes I'd come back for.

I loved the cornbread gnocchi!! But didn't feel like it needed to be a whole meal. Would recommend…read moreas a side to share with the table. Nice place , a bit pricy

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Earthlynn O.

341

4 months ago

i am up at 2 am with an upset stomach from the meal i just paid almost $100.00 for my dad and i. i used to work at your overland park kansas location back in the late 90s and the food is not quality like i remember and tastes old expired and the ribs were all bone and hardly any meat. for $33 plus tax fees and tip plus i paid $20 tip to have a girl deliver it, i paid almost $100 yesterday and im not happy with the quality of the food. 1- the baked potato that came as side for bony ribs was hard, not warm and i had to cook all over again the next day. there was hardly and butter bacon cheese and sour cream for it, so i have to add what i have at home for that too! i am disabled from a car accident and unable to cook had a terrible week and wanted to treat myself and the carrot cake i've loved is too sweet, i could barely eat it! i only took 2 bites! photos are also taken for my google maps review, im top 10 percent steakhouse restaurant reviewer and have millions of views on social media. the mac and cheese was bland and hard, not appetizing and i added garlic onion powder salt pepper and butter to make it palatable and still didnt finish it. the smoked salmon dip is disgusting, nothing like the houstons/hillstone smoked salmon which i love and i am dissapointed. i made an anchovy sauce to try to eat it but the salmon isnt fresh and i dont want to be food poisoned. i know with take out sometimes the restaurant gives you subpar food they wouodnt serve you dining in person. i want a full refund of my $71.00 i paid yesterday and i want extra $20 for the tip i had to pay to have it delibered since youre not on uber eats or doordash. a $100 refund or gift certificate to come in and eat is the only resolution. this review and photos will also be posted on google, yel0 and pissed consumer. very dissapointed, i did more cooking and prepping than shoukd have been done and thats not the purpose of ordering take out. read more

Sharia V.

2 years ago

actually love the food at this place. over heard someone talking about management, saying they don't like to hire black people because they are a cancer. that was all I needed to hear at the Houston location. I will never spend another dime there. read more

Jeffery S.

9 months ago

Everything was good, went for my mom's birthday. The only thing I was upset about was the cake was not on the house and it was added to the bill. Kinda unfortunate for celebrating a birthday. read more

Steven W.

124

6 years ago

Great food, ambiance and service! Dinner amazing... Dinner date when many others in area were booked, no reviews on yelp then, but we were very impressed... read more

Chad I.

6 years ago

Best salmon in Houston. Not sure about the other things they have to offer, but the salmon is to die for.

Caiiler P.

3 months ago

The racist staff and clearly complicit owners on dealing in such a manner. Needs to be shutdown.

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This is one of my favorite go to restaurants in Houston. They have a keto menu, CBD menu, and a…read morefull menu of multiple options. I love the dynamite shrimp and my go to entrée is the goat cheese stuffed chicken, you will not regret it. I've also tried their cocktails in my favorite is the blueberry hummingbird. I believe it's a vodka drink. 10/10 ** valet parking only**

I was really disappointed with how an issue with my meal was handled. I ordered the Baked Goat…read moreCheese Salad and added chicken. When I began eating it, I immediately tasted cilantro on a portion of the chicken. I strongly dislike cilantro and am very familiar with its very distinctive taste, so I sent the dish back. The cilantro itself wasn't even what bothered me most. Mistakes and cross-contact happen in restaurant kitchens. Since I didn't taste it on every piece of chicken, I assumed some of it may simply have been accidentally garnished or come into contact with cilantro. What bothered me was how the chef/owner handled it. He came to my table and proceeded to tell me that what I was tasting wasn't cilantro. He insisted that I was either tasting the microgreens or green onion. I know what cilantro tastes like. I certainly know the difference between cilantro, green onion and microgreens. Instead of simply acknowledging that something could have happened in the kitchen, he spoke to me as though I didn't understand what I was tasting. Eventually, I just agreed with him because I wanted the conversation to end and wanted him away from my table. I wasn't agreeing because I suddenly believed I had mistaken green onion or microgreens for cilantro. I simply had no interest in continuing to argue with the chef/owner over what I had personally tasted in my own food. I have no interest in engaging with a man who acts like that and wants to argue. A much more professional response would have been, "I'm sorry about that. We'll replace it." That would have been the end of the matter. Instead, a minor and completely understandable kitchen mistake became an uncomfortable interaction because of the way it was handled. Food mistakes happen. I don't expect perfection. But I do expect to be treated respectfully rather than patronized and argued with over something as simple as cilantro. Unfortunately, the way the situation was handled is what left the lasting impression.Definitely not coming back. This was my third and final visit here.

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Memorial City

3.8

(810 reviews)

EXCEPTIONAL CULINARY EXPERIENCE FROM BEGINNING - END…read more LUXURY, PALATE PLEASER, ELEGANCE AT ITS FINEST From the moment we arrived, this dining experience embodied sophistication, impeccable hospitality, and culinary excellence. As my husband and I celebrated the special milestone of our 20th anniversary of finding our way back to one another, every detail was thoughtfully curated to make the evening unforgettable. The experience began with the valet attendant, who greeted us with a warm smile and genuine welcome, immediately setting the tone for what would become a remarkable evening. Upon being escorted to our table, we were greeted by delicate red rose petals beautifully displayed across the tabletop, creating an ambiance that was both romantic and elegant. It was evident that this was not simply a restaurant visit, but an experience designed to make guests feel celebrated and valued. What truly elevated the evening was the exceptional level of service. Our server, Mya, was nothing short of extraordinary. Her gracious demeanor, extensive knowledge of the menu, and sincere attentiveness made us feel as though we were the only guests in the restaurant. She anticipated our needs effortlessly and guided us through the menu with confidence and enthusiasm. Her ability to provide attentive service while remaining poised and humble was impressive and worthy of recognition. We often joke that we wished we could bring her home to serve every meal. The hospitality continued with Kellen, the Bar Manager, who personally stopped by to ensure we were enjoying our experience, and Ed, who also took the time to welcome us and make us feel appreciated. Their personal touches reinforced the restaurant's commitment to excellence and made us feel genuinely cared for throughout the evening. The cuisine was equally impressive. We began with the creamy Spinach Dip, which was rich, flavorful, and the perfect introduction to the meal. Our selection of Aqua Panna water and two glasses of Moscato complemented each course beautifully. The seasonal Chickpea Soup was comforting and well-balanced, while the Lobster Bisque was velvety, luxurious, and bursting with flavor. The Signature Wedge Salad, topped with bacon, green onions, and tomatoes, offered a refreshing contrast and showcased the quality of each ingredient. The highlight of the evening was undoubtedly Perry's Famous Pork Chop, expertly carved tableside and served on a cast-iron plate. The presentation alone was impressive, but the flavor surpassed expectations. Perfectly caramelized, tender, and exceptionally moist, it was a masterclass in preparation and execution. The Cedar Plank Fired Redfish was equally memorable, delivering delicate texture and subtle smoky flavor that showcased the freshness of the fish. We concluded our meal with a Lemon Bar that was light, refreshing, and the perfect ending to an extraordinary dining experience. This establishment delivers far more than exceptional food. It offers an atmosphere of refinement, heartfelt hospitality, and attention to detail that transforms an evening into a cherished memory. The elegant surroundings, impeccable service, and outstanding cuisine combined to create a celebration worthy of our special occasion. For anyone seeking an elevated dining experience, whether for an anniversary, milestone celebration, or simply an unforgettable evening out, this restaurant exemplifies luxury, sophistication, and excellence in every sense of the word.

I generally love this place especially their $24 pork chop lunches on Fridays. I mean I've been…read moregoing here for years. I also have gotten the full pork chop on weekends and never had issues but today was a bad day. 1) we ordered to go and we came more than 40 minutes after it was supposed to be ready and still had to wait 10 minutes even though I paid for curbside to go inside and try to get it 2) Perry's Pork Chop today is Perry's Pork Jerky because it is soooo dry and overcooked! I paid $34 for this and I am so disappointed I can't eat it, even with the apple sauce. I never had this issue with their River Oaks location which is sadly closed. It was a sad lunch today. I may give them one more chance on a Friday. They must not have their best cook today. Their staff was not very friendly with the to go also. Not recommended today. Also their health score is lower than before. Ugh!!

Willie G's Seafood

3.6

(892 reviews)