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    Leo’s River Oaks

    3.8 (68 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Umami Royale cheeseburger
    Brandi B.

    When I tell you this was the best cheeseburger I've ever had... just wow. Had to get that praise out of the way first and foremost. Leo's vibes are nice! We were tucked a bit behind a wall so I couldn't hear the pianist very well, but I love anywhere that has live music. Our waiter was incredibly professional and friendly, checking on us the perfect amount. We started with the whipped feta ricotta which was deliciousss, the bread it comes with was mouthwatering. I had the aforementioned perfect cheeseburger and my friend had the scallops and veal milanese, both of which he enjoyed. Also ordered the Bread Winner cocktail - our waiter suggested it after getting my cocktail preferences and it was a good choice! My friend accidentally left his glasses and since we had made a reservation they had my phone number on file and promptly gave me a call after clearing our table! The thoughtfulness was a much appreciated.

    Henry B.

    Came in with a reservation on a Friday night and seated immediately. There was a singer for live music. Dress code: business casual, jacket optional for men Food 5/5 : we ordered the oyster Rockefeller, veal Milanese, potato dauphinoise, Caesar salad and chocolate soufflé. The potato dauphinoise and the soufflé are favorites that I order every time and love. The veal was fantastic as well, not as big of a fan of the oyster but they were decent. Ambiance 5/5: beautiful ambiance with live music and romantic atmosphere Service 5/5: friendly, helpful and fast with food. Unfortunately ran out of the burger that I had been planning to try but tried to give alternatives. Value 3.5/5: fair value for what is being paid for. Overall 4.7/5: one of my favorite fine dining places in towns. I come here regularly for my fix of soufflé and dauphinoise. Great service, great food and great a atmosphere for a fair price Parking: kind of a mess. Valet is 7 or 10$ can't remember. There's also paid parking nearby and a garage across the 5 lane street.

    Pineapple Chantilly Cake
    Donna V.

    I celebrated my Birthday with my partner at Leo's River Oaks and it was everything I dreamed of and more. At first, we thought sitting close to the pianist would be too loud, but it turned out to be the best seat in house. Intimate, romantic, and tucked from the guests. We were in our own bubble, encapsulated by melody and completely blocked out the background chatters. We began our evening with Leo's Dozen (14 oysters) and cocktails -- Orange Foam Old Fashion and Strawberry Fields with Yuzu were both superb. For mains, the Scallops in brown butter was unfortunately lackluster, and the least impressive dish of the night. NY Strip with house Chimichurri and crispy Dauphinoise was substantial. The flavors and textures complemented each other well. For desserts, cake of day was Pineapple Chantilly offered complimentary to guests celebrating special occasions. It was, without a doubt, the best cake I've ever eaten. I wish it were a permanent item on the menu because I'm already looking forward to my next visit, hoping to taste that delicious Pineapple Chantilly Cake again.

    Chi A.

    Leo's is a new fine dining spot tucked away in River Oaks, and it definitely brings an old school, upscale vibe to the area, fitting in nicely next to Perry's. We went on a Friday evening right at opening (5 PM), and although we originally planned to sit at the bar, we decided to grab a table since there were four of us. The dining area was beautiful and quite spacious. There's even an upstairs seating area which would make for a cute birthday dinner or date night. Right off the bat, the service stood out and became one of the highlights of the night. Our waiter, Rène, was attentive, warm, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. He helped us navigate our options and made thoughtful recommendations throughout the evening. We ordered a variety of dishes to share, ranging from the crab cake, kale salad, octopus, oysters, Brussels sprouts, and lamb chops. The crab cake was delicious, with a nice sear and flavor, and the kale salad was refreshing. According to my friends, the oysters were fresh and clean, and the lamb chops were decent. Where things fell a bit flat were the octopus and Brussels sprouts. The octopus lacked flavor and didn't have the tender texture I was hoping for. The Brussels sprouts, unfortunately, was also underwhelming and unseasoned. Leo's did redeem themselves with the chocolate tres leche desert. We all split it and the richness was top tier. Despite a couple of misses with the food, the overall experience was enjoyable, and the ambiance felt special without being too stuffy. Leo's has a lot of potential, and I'd definitely come back to explore more of the menu (and for Rene's great service). Just hoping they fine-tune a few things. Also, the parking is valet only and the spaces are quite tight so avoid coming on a crowded night. If you do, use a ride share service.

    Jackie C.

    We had an overall good meal here but my entree was disappointing. We got the bread and butter, steak tartare, crab cake, wedge salad, grilled octopus as appetizers, and the dauphinoise, truffle risotto, and broccolini as sides. My favorites were the dauphinoise and truffle risotto. Everything else was good but not super memorable - the flavors were solid but just didn't really pop. For my entree, I got the NY strip. I asked for medium rare but it was cooked more to medium. Compared to a quality steakhouse, it was pretty subpar so if you want steak, do yourself a favor and go to a proper steakhouse. My friend's braised short rib was quite tasty though. For dessert, we got the soufflé which was one of the best things we ate all evening - especially the ginger ice cream it came with. Service was pretty good and the food came out timely so no complaints there. And the ambiance was old-timey classy, with a piano player that we enjoyed. The parking situation is not great - either luck out with street parking or pay for valet. I might come back but given how many other amazing restaurants there are in town, I probably wouldn't hurry back here.

    8 ounce filet mignon
    Amenda K.

    Leo's River Oaks is such a bougie restaurant! My parents and I decided to come here for the first time to celebrate Mother's Day, and we were so happy with our choice. (It was thoughtful that we received a call day-of to confirm our reservation and were asked for dietary restrictions.) When you walk in, there's a bar to the left with a mix of cozy booths and high top seating. To the right is the dining room, which has both booths and standard seating available. There are two stories, and from what I could tell, the second floor seems to be more intimate, perfect for parties of two. The dim lighting, chandeliers, and candles created a lovely ambiance. Paired with the live pianist, it made for a great environment. There is also a patio area, which is used for happy hour. To start off, their Bread and Butter was absolutely PHENOMENAL. Hands down the best I've ever had. We also ordered the Gem Lettuce Caesar amongst the three of us. It was split into 4 portions, making it easier to share. The salad was okay; I just wish it had more dressing. For entrees, my parents ordered the 8 ounce Filet Mignon, which I tried and found delicious. I ordered the Roasted Half Chicken, which was so juicy. For sides, we ordered the Potato Dauphinoise, Portabella Mushrooms, and Butternut Squash. All were yummy, but the butternut squash was a tad bit too salty for my liking. We ended the night with their creme-brulee, which hit the sweet spot. The service was well-paced, and our server answered all our questions and gave us recommendations since it was our first time there. For parking, there's $10 valet and paid lot available. Overall, this is a very nice upscale and elegant spot for date night or for a special celebration. It's most definitely on the pricier side, but worth the splurge!

    Very clean restrooms
    Jen S.

    Really enjoyed the Happy Hour at the bar! Half price classic cocktails, tasty bar bites and small plates, and a fantastic bar tender giving exceptional service! Valet made parking easy and the bar area has a nice vibe. We didn't go into the dining area but we did hear the pianist playing - nice touch. I'm looking forward to coming back for dinner! If you like Old Fashions - try the Foam version... very different and very good !

    Menus
    Tara O.

    I had a great experience at Leo's. The best friend and I went for their Thanksgiving dinner special. I saw it advertised on Instagram and decided to give it try since a knew that I was not cooking this year or taking baking orders for cakes and pies. Upon pulling up, valet was ten dollars, and the ticket was sent to the phone number that you would provide the person at the stand. We had a short walk to the front door, said that name for the reservation and was seated immediately. Our server was great. She gave suggestions and descriptions that helped me decide on the turkey (dark meat), dressing and mashed potatoes with roll. For dessert they served pumpkin pie. Everything was great. Only suggestion was to cut the meat off of the turkey leg, I found it difficult to fight with the turkey leg without having the grab it with my hand caveman style. The lighting was low, but not too low and the piano player was excellent. As I was seated and needed to use the restroom, I began to look around, by the time I turned my head back around a manager was standing on side of me to ask if I was looking for something. He scared me at first but the attention to the little detail of me looking around being noticed was amazing and made this experience. I will definitely be back to try the full menu.

    Strawberry fields
    Chelle N.

    Dined in on a Wednesday at 7:00 PM for a party of two with reservations. Ambiance is dark, romantic, chic, glam, and the pianist was the finishing touch. We ordered: Lobster bisque: creamy goodness, perfect umami, lobster was cooked to perfection, we were sad to take our last sip! Roasted pork belly: tender juicy goodness! Flavors were similar to Chinese roast pork, not salty, you can taste the five spice A Leo's dozen oysters: we were wondering why this was 14 oysters instead of 12, it's because the Leo's zodiac numbers are 1 & 4! Delicious East coast oysters Ribeye 16 oz: a tad salty, we asked for medium rare and it came out more medium, but still was very good Leo's Shepard pie: great flavors, went well with the ribeye, it tasted like a chili cheese mash! Potato Dauphinoise: crispy and flaky yumness! I could take shots with the airy parmesan sauce that it was paired with Strawberry fields cocktail: very light, crisp, palette cleansing cocktail Request for Heather! She's good vibes! Chocolate soufflé: this was just ok, a tad dry, the soufflé is huge and the cardamom ice cream was too strong for me, tasted like pinesol Apple bread pudding: this was on the house and wasn't on the menu, but it is divine!

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    Excellent food and service. Love the ambience - live music.. Definitely on my fav rotation!

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    Great service and menu!! Love the piano player and the old-fashioned Steak House experience!

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    Came for the first time with my book club and had an amazing time!! Drinks were amazing and foo, will def be back!!

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    Came to Steak 48 in Houston for my birthday dinner and had a great experience. My boyfriend and I…read moreshared a ribeye (medium-well). I'm not even a steak person -- I usually order chicken -- but I actually ate a good amount and really enjoyed it. We ordered the sweet potato soufflé, mac & cheese, and corn. Everything was equally good. The sweet potato soufflé was smooth, creamy, buttery, and perfectly seasoned. The mac & cheese was rich with nicely toasted breadcrumbs, and the corn was solid. Only disappointment was the rolls. They weren't bad, just nothing special. Texas Roadhouse still has the best rolls . Service was top tier, and overall Steak 48 absolutely delivered. It rivals Little Alley Steak in ATL, which says a lot coming from me. Great birthday dinner.

    My partner treated me to Steak 48 for a birthday dinner and we had a very pleasant time. The…read moreservice was a clear standout. From the moment we walked in, they were welcoming and friendly, the server patiently explained their highlights and recommendations. It's clear the restaurant is very intentional about their food choices. The manager even wrote a personalized birthday card for me and gave us a follow up call the next day to check in on our experience which was very kind of them. In regards to the food, it was delicious but we didn't find it exceptional enough to justify the high price point. The meal started off with complimentary bread service that you could choose with sea salt or garlic parmesan topping. The bread was so fluffy, warm, and comforting. We ordered the Braised Pork Belly, which was surprisingly tender and juicy, and the sauce complimented it very well. We ordered the regular size bone-in KC Strip to share. It was a huge portion and they give you extremely hot plates so that the steak stays warm and sizzly on your plate once you eat it. We were pretty impressed by how juicy and tender it was. The corn creme brulee and Boursin cheese whipped potatoes we had as sides were great complements to the dish. At the end of our meal, they treated us with a complimentary Cookies and Cream Popcorn Sundae which was super unique and really delicious. Overall, I would recommend this restaurant if you're willing to ball out and celebrate for a special night.

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    $$

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    Super vibey spot with house music on the speakers, friendly staff, and tons of seating for dining…read moreon their delicious food or doing work. 93' Til has been on my bucket list for so long and I'm so glad I finally got to visit! The only unfortunate part of my experience was that the two of us at my table got the same dish - biscuits and gravy. The biscuit was dense but softened under the rich and savory gravy, and I got my eggs over easy to get the yolk mixed in. I also added some of their house-made habanero curry hot sauce, which is absolutely delicious. I'll definitely have to try a few other dishes next time! Their coffees are also great, with unique flavors for their lattes like spiced guava and molasses. Both of these were super tasty, hot and iced! Ultimately 93' Til is staying on my brunch list as a top tier choice, I can't wait to come back!

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    Medium Rare

    4.0(196 reviews)
    1.9 miMidtown, Fourth Ward

    How do you like your steak? Though I like mine on the medium well side, Medium Rare is the place to…read morebe! This place is a whole vibe! Located in Midtown this cute spot offers good music, fine food, and great ambiance. The mood is set with a soundtrack of classic hits playing in the background, and let's not forget about that bathroom, it's wild! I mean, I got a whole "duolingo" French lesson (the language of love) while washing my hands! Things like that definitely set this place apart from the rest. I was greeted warmly from the second I stepped in the door! While I waited for my party to arrive I sat at their bar area and ordered a Pineapple Mule served with a smile. Right off the bat I connected with James , one of the waitstaff who also happened to be serving our table. He was so the BEST! Hands down the most awesome waitstaff I've ever met. He made our time there special. I felt like I've known him for years, and he knew just how to connect with each person in our group! We all fell in love with him instantly! Tonight (likely due to the Valentine's Day crowd) the meal was pre-set for every guest. This meal included bread, salad, and Collette steak in their special sauce, with fries. There were dessert options as well, from which I chose a key lime pie. And an assortment of after dinner coffees. What blew my mind was that they came around and offered more food to us after finishing our first entree plate! I wasn't expecting that, and was pleasantly surprised. Parking for this location sits right behind the restaurant, a parking garage that is free. Because of the number of shops and restaurants around (an especially since this was Valentines weekend) parking can be at a premium during certain points of the day, so think about that when coming. There is also street parking available too. Seating for Medium Rare is offered both inside and outside (patio). The price average for this place is moderate, and folks can dress up or down. It is a beautiful place for a girls night out, date night, celebrations, brunch, etc! I had a wonderful time here! An amazing experience for sure. P.S. they give you Bazooka gum at the end of your meal! That brought back good memories for sure! This was my first time coming, and it won't be my last. This place is definitely worth checking out! Enjoy!

    Made a reservation for brunch on a Saturday but honestly didn't need one - a walk in would've been…read morefine. We were seated immediately and our server was very attentive throughout our time there. I opted for the benedict and mimosa and the salad to start. The food was pretty average overall - my highlights were the mimosas (I chose orange over cranberry) and the fries that came with my benedict. The steak bits were too well done for my preference. The interior is really bright and there are lots of tables as well as some seating outside. A good value for brunch tbh as you get bottomless drinks + a starter + a main. There is free parking in the garage behind the restaurant.

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    4.4(113 reviews)
    4.0 miThe Heights

    This is the best bar burger in Houston. Juicy meat, fresh tasting, well-seasoned. 10/10 no notes…read more Drinks were good but we stuck to beer/wine since we drove here. The burger was the highlight. Moody lighting and not too loud (unless someone brought their kids) so you can actually converse with your party. Will absolutely be back for the burger. Fries were great too. Highly recommend adding jalapeños to your burger, the up charge is worth it. They're fresh and actually spicy!!

    I came in on a Tuesday evening with my girl friend for their Steak Night special. I've driven by…read moreplenty of times and can't believe I haven't ate here yet. It's a nice lowkey neighborhood spot with a bar and outdoor seating as well. The ambiance was chill and casual which I am all for. They are pet friendly as I got to see some fur babies come in which is always nice. We started with some glasses of Cabernet and told our waiter we were celebrating my birthday. The food didn't take long to come out and was so darn good. It was probably one of the best steak nights I've had in a while. We had the ribeyes, mash potato, mac and cheese, green beans, and French fries. The steak was seasoned perfectly and grilled to the perfect temperature to my liking. We are still talking about it, I can't wait to come back and try their chimichurri sauce. We ended with the strawberry and Cinnamon Toast Crunch cheese cake. They weren't too sweet and just the right amount of richness. If they aren't on your list for steak night I definitely recommend!

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    Credence

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    4.4(251 reviews)
    7.7 miMemorial
    Family-owned & operated
    Locally owned & operated

    After hearing non stop great things about Credence from friends and on social media, we finally…read morewent for dinner the other night to celebrate my birthday with some friends. The dining room is chic and feels very upscale but comfortable with a large open fire kitchen that was really fun to watch while dining. They were very on top of service with both our dining captain and waiter checking on us throughout the evening. For appetizers we ordered the deviled crabs, tuna tostada and wood roasted carrots. All were great but I especially loved the carrots which were cooked and seasoned perfectly. For my main course I had the chicken and dumplings, husband got the NY strip, our friends shared the whole fish and we had the cabbage and crab rice as sides. Everyone was very happy with both their main courses and the side dishes. We were too stuffed to order dessert but they sent out a s'mores inspired sunday for my birthday which was both thoughtful and sublime. Overall we were very impressed with our meal. Food was delicious but veeeery indulgent. We will be back.

    Made a reservation on Open Table and noted that it was our anniversary, so we were gifted a couple…read moreof glasses of champagne. We were greeted by three different people - one that took our drink order, one that cleared our plates, and one that took our order. All were very nice people and gave excellent service! I forgot their names unfortunately. My receipt said Zachary but not sure which waiter that was. Between me and hubs, we had a Pan de campo, an order of Gulf Oysters "casino", (4) dressed oysters, a 16 oz dry aged ribeye, a snapper entree and a side of crab fried rice. We finished almost everything except a quarter of the Pan, about a quarter of the rice, and about a third of the ribeye. All were great dishes and would definitely order again. We skipped dessert because honestly none stood out to us. He said their popular dessert is the souffle but they were sold out. Our total before gratuity was about $250 and that included one cocktail. Hubs had their "classic" old fashioned which he said was excellent! Overall, highly recommended if you don't mind the splurge or for a special occasion!

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