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3.7 (90 reviews)
Open • 6:30 am - 11:00 pm

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Glenn C.

Good brisket pizza, good apple salad, and good choriso dip. Prices are high and pissed me off that they provided pop refills and charged me 5 dollars a piece. 20 dollars for 4 diet pepsi's is a rippoff. I am used to free refills up north. My wife didn't ask for one but was given it and barely drank the 2nd. You should indicate or tell that. They had no menus but only qr codes.

Cherry old fashioned
Courtney S.

It's a hotel bar, it's better than most but still fairly average. I had a few drinks and food. The bartender was absolutely delightful to hang out with. The Cherry old fashion did taste pretty artificial for me but it was decent. I did order their version of a black Manhattan which was good! The Brussel sprouts were good and crispy definitely on the sweet side. You get a decent amount so it can be shared. The fish tacos were easily my favorite! I would get those again.

Amber P.

I was a guest at the hotel i would never eat here again. I ordered a avocado toast and not knowing it came with bacon and i don't eat meat i seen it and sent it back would you believe they just took off the bacon and it was still meat on my breakfast i was sick for 5 days. This was not only a inconvenience and ruined my trip but i still can't believe this happened in a restaurant. I would never recommend this restaurant to anyone definitely not on vacation

Chips and guacamole
Maine B.

Food- ordered a chicken salad and it was delicious with apple cider dressing. My friend had the fish tacos which she says wasn't tasty. The spicy margarita was on point and I loved it! Service- they were busy at lunch time but waiter was attentive. Ambiance- seemed to be a lot of working people having lunch.

Shrimp n grits
Long T.

Cool casual bar and grill inside the JW Marriott in downtown Houston. We came here for lunch while at an event in the area, and the food was much to pur satisfaction (albeit a bit pricey due to being a hotel restaurant). The chorizo queso was creamy with thick hearty chips, the pizza was oven baked in a 600 deg oven with a nice flavor, the shrimp n grits were creamy, and srvice was excellent.

Diana J.

We came here for lunch to kill time. The service was ok, but the waiter kept pressing us to order more (??). I got the shrimp and grits. Looked like it would be a flavor boost but was kind of bland. The pizza was okay, it didn't come out hot. The chips and queso were really good and refillable chips.

chicken wings, french fries, and salad
Ben V.

This was a pleasant surprise. I wanted to find a seafood restaurant but didn't have much energy to leave much past my hotel. (Plus, they had some options) The atmosphere was unique, and the decor was really beautiful. There is an amazing piece of art when you walk in the front door that will keep you memorized for a moment. I was skeptical of the restaurant, but as soon as I tried the first bite of the wings, I knew that the chef/cook knew how to make a perfectly crispy wing. I seem to always search for that perfect crisp on a wing, and they truly nailed it. We also ordered the jalapeno shrimp app. Just wow. Beautiful flavors coming together - if you want that clean, fresh feeling in your gut, I highly recommend these fresh jalapenos, citrus juices, and shrimp lumps. It almost makes you feel good like a medicine. The Mahi was the Market fish - what a gorgeous presentation. The puree/corn/cilantro/slaw was the flavor star. I found that I was combining fish bites with a small fork full of this amazing slaw. When it came together, it was an addicting combination that I am already craving again. The fish was very tasty. The one critic I have is the texture of the fish. I feel like it could have been just ever so slightly more tender. I mean, if we were performing a Rockwell test on this meat (Steel hardness test lol), it's was only off by fractions of a decimal. At my request, the chef paired a glass of wine with the dish that also seemed off for the flavors. What a great stop! 5/5 will eat again.

Antonio B.

I give them a five!!! I wasnt expecting much when I found this place. I don't like how it's a part of the lobby.. but once you're over the setup, the restaurant is actually pretty nice... Nice decor and scenery. Back to my expectations... I didn't have any.. but what a surprise... Main Kitchen exceeded all my expectations... The fried cauliflower stole the show... Tasted like boneless buffalo wings without the chicken!!! Wonderful!!! The pork chop was amazing as were the fried catfish and grits! Will definitely be back with more people to try this food.

Farm Fresh Breakfast plate with carrot juice
Gabby G.

We stayed at the JW downtown and decided to make dinner an easy night and go here. The shrimp and grits were great - very saucy. The gnocchi with mushrooms was good too. I love these dishes so it was easy to decide on what we wanted. Our server was beyond well mannered and so kind and accommodating. We went in for breakfast the next morning as well! The breakfast plate with scrambled eggs and toast was great. Very simple, just what I needed. I enjoyed the morning juices too.

Beyond Burger
Anthony H.

Two words... Beyond Burger. Nothing more need be said... I'm very happy to see chefs putting plant based alternatives on their menus!! Thank you for the attention and focus on clean and sustainable options. The beyond burger was sooo good. It has blistered shishito peppers and a pickled green tomato slice. Genius! And the fries are absolutely delicious! Go here. Just for the plant-based burger... just sayin... your welcome...

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Not very good. Hotel restaurant. Expensive for what it is and food is very bland tasting. Would not recommend.

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Mutiny in the Heights  - The Farm House

Mutiny in the Heights

(115 reviews)

The Heights

My friend and I had the opportunity to dine at Mutiny in the Heights on their final night. We were…read moreable to snag a last minute reservation on the patio. When my friend made the reservation, she received an email encouraging customers to visit the tasting room before or after dinner. We showed up an hour early to visit the tasting room, however the host had no idea what we were talking about. Turns out they weren't doing tastings. Luckily, we didn't have to wait to be seated. We initially had a table that was not near a heat lamp, however an employee came over and let us know that we could switch to a table near the heat lamp which was appreciated because it was chilly. Our server was Laura. She was nice and funny. They had $25 flight specials. I went with the Sayanara Flight which had white wines. I really enjoyed them and they weren't too sweet. My friend had an NA wine which she enjoyed. We ordered the Truffle Fries and Meatballs. Both dishes were tasty. I enjoyed the aioli that came with the fries. They had discounted wines for purchase. Not all bottles were 50% off, however the gentleman that we spoke to went ahead and gave me a 50% discount on both the rosé and pinot grigio that I purchased which was so appreciated! It seems like there are quite a few businesses around town that are closing. I'm sad to see Mutiny go, but I'm glad my friend and I got to dine in on their final night.

"Closing time, you don't have to go home But you can't stay…read morehere." - Semisonic I have lived in the loop for 5 years now, and I'm sad to say that I finally tried Mutiny on their last day. I often pass by it going through a shortcut to I-45 and sometimes going home around the area. It's literally a 5-minute drive. I booked reservations Friday since I saw they opened up the 31st on Resy. It wasn't earlier in the week, but I knew it was the last day, and my friend and I really wanted to try. I'm glad we made reservations because they were at capacity (150 person capacity) and weren't taking any walk ins. We got there early cause Resy suggested checking out the Tasting Room before or after the reservation time. We got there about an hour earlier, and the host said he didn't know anything about that except that the Tasting Room area was used for events. Interesting. We were seated earlier on the patio on this freezing evening. At first, we were at a table that didn't have a heat lamp, but when one freed up, they were so nice to suggest that we move closer to the heat lamp since they saw us shivering. Lol. We were thankful for that. I wore fleece lined jeans and brought gloves and a beanie anyway having been in the below freezing winter in London. Laura was our server and was kind and funny. So was this other guy who checked in every now and then. He made light of their last day situation. The dining area is so beautiful inside. I love the limestone-looking interior and chandeliers. Reminds me of Fredericksburg or something. They had many large groups and a few small groups of friends or couples dining on this last day. Way to go out with a bang. A lot of the wines were selling out or already sold out around 7-8 pm. We tried the truffle fries and Sicilian meatballs with focaccia bread. I like the thick cut of the fries and the black garlic aioli. It reminded me of yuca fries. The Sicilian meatballs were a bit small, peppery and salty. I wish the marinara was a little more tart. The focaccia helped cut through the saltiness. I had 2 glasses of the NA Sauvignon blanc which was light and a little tart. They ran out of the NA red blend. My friend ordered Sayonara, one of their farewell flights which were aptly named for "goodbye". It was a great night on the patio but chilly. My friend purchased a rosé and a Pinot Grigio as part of their Last Sail wines. Actually, the Pinot Grigio wasn't part of the sale, and he was going to take off 20%, but he also made it 50% off. So nice!! I'm glad we got to try them on their last day. Bon voyage, Mutiny.

Padre's Wine - Bread platter

Padre's Wine

(75 reviews)

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The Heights

Location: white oak, corner…read more Parking: Limited but also street parking Staff: very nice, welcoming Wait time: none, staff is right away attentive, you are to pick your own seat as they don't seat you. Seating: Both indoor and outdoor. Place feels very homey as you can share tables with others and couches are very comfy. Price: wines can be high, a $15 bottle can cost $45-$60. Overall average prices Drink: Good wine selection Food: cheeseboard was well prepared with multiple options. Overall great place to hang out. Clean and welcoming.

Great date spot! I came here on a Thursday night with a…read morefriend and we ordered wine and hotdogs. What blew me away about this place was the ambiance. The place was dimly lit and there was a lot of seating, both indoor and outdoor. A lot of the seating inside was arranged as couches with low tables, which made for a very casual and relaxing vibe, while the overall atmosphere remained very classy. - Padre's Hotdog (4.5/5): I was told by my friend that this was the best hotdog ever so I had very high expectations and I wasn't disappointed. The bread was very buttery and nicely toasted. The frank itself was very juicy and I loved how the pico and mustard help cut through the fat. The thing that made this hotdog stand out was the cheese sauce. The cheese sauce was delicious and I could probably have just eaten that alone. One thing though, the hotdogs were a bit on the smaller size, you probably would have to order something else or a second hotdog if you were hungry. Would come back again just for this hotdog! Parking/Service: There was a small lot on the side of the building, but other than that you might have to street park in the neighborhood right next to it. The ordering system was a bit of a surprise for me. You have to walk in to the bar and order there.

13 Celsius - It's a vibe for sure

13 Celsius

(549 reviews)

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Midtown

I am SO glad we finally had the chance to check this spot out! We were in the room for some wine on…read morea Friday night and after reading great reviews about 13 Celsius, knew we had to try it. We were able to snag some free street parking and wandered our way into a cute setup with mood lighting and plenty of seating. There's a central bar and plenty of outdoor patio space. We were immediately helped as soon as we found a table which I really appreciated. The menu is HUGE and has anything you could possibly want. We're big red wine fans so we settled on that page. J opted for a cab while I decided on a couple to sample before ultimately choosing a red blend. I appreciate that they're more than happy to give you a taste before committing to a glass. You can choose between 3 or 6oz pours, or a bottle. We also decided to share a cheese board with the Willoughby cheese which was soft and delicious! I appreciated how kind and accommodating the servers were as they frequently checked on us. This is a great spot to enjoy some wine with friends, on date night, or anything really! It has a relaxed atmosphere and is a pleasure to visit. Till next time!

A friend brought me here to join in her favorite charcuterie board & wine. This place is very…read moreromantic with its dim lights and intimate ambiance. We sat at the bar and the server took our order. I got a sweet wine and we split a small board. I got the brie with prosciutto and she got cheddar with salami. They do charge extra for the prosciutto cut. The jam that comes on the board is her favorite and it's delicious. We chatted with each other and with some gentleman that said they were regulars there. It was a lovely evening. I will definitely return so that I can try their s'mores board.

Sonoma Wine Bar at Garden Oaks - Grazing table for a baby shower.

Sonoma Wine Bar at Garden Oaks

(32 reviews)

Oak Forest/Garden Oaks

What a great experience! I'm so glad I found this spot. A large wine selection- Reds and Whites…read morefrom multiple vineyards across the world. The food was incredible, I had the cheese board which was loaded with super fresh additions. We also had the flatbread, very crispy and delicious crust with amazing flavor. I also noticed the servers are professional sommelier's and they know what they are talking about. We had Seth as our server, he was very knowledgeable and recommended me a wine based off what I usually like and it was a beautiful French Red. The service and environment is great and would definitely be going back for more visits!

Cozy wine spot with a great selections. They even offer wine flights and happy hours! There's a…read moreback patio that's great for large party, we had a decent group turnout and it still felt spacious. They even had TVs out showing sports. Inside's a bit small with a few tables and a bar, but the outdoor seating is the real charm when the weather's nice. The service was excellent, the wait staff came out to our big group outside multiple times and even brought out samples for us to try. There are small bites for order and the menu is simple yet descriptive, we got to sample some of the charcuterie as well, and it did pair well with some of the reds I've tried. Overall, friendly atmosphere, relaxing vibes, attentive wait staff, not much more you can wish for from a neighborhood wine bar.

Barcelona Wine Bar - Empanadas

Barcelona Wine Bar

(286 reviews)

Montrose

Bayla is one of the best servers I've ever had. That's coming from someone who only cooks twice a…read moremonth, and thus frequently eats out. I spend ample time at high ends / Michelin star restaurants, and so I am familiar with all star service. Bayla really made our time special by going out of her way to make us feel comfortable and valued. She made it all seem effortless and at no point did she ever make us feel like a burden. Thank you for everything! The food and ambiance were also amazing! Truly a top notch restaurant experience.

Barcelona is a cute wine bar (also serves sangria and cocktails, btw) serving Spanish and…read moreMediterranean tapas dishes. I joined friends for Sunday brunch, which was highly recommended. Our friend booked a reservation and was able to add a fourth person without any issues. It's on Westheimer where all the restaurants and shops are, so it's pretty busy. You can either park on the street or in the neighborhood behind. There's bar, small table and booth seating available. One of our friends who arrived early got to switch us to a booth since we'd have a few plates to share for the four of us. My friend and I shared the NA red sangria. I liked that there was a NA option for that, and you can choose either red or white. We ordered a pitcher since we were sharing. It was delicious and refreshing. I think I had about 3 wine glasses of it. Our group shared the red fish à la plancha, patatas bravas, spinach frittata, olive oil pancakes and bacon-wrapped dates. Some of the dishes were bigger than others. Tapas is meant to be small plates, and they were, but it's a little overpriced. For example, the red fish was $15.50 for maybe 2 oz of fish. The stack of olive oil pancakes were small and thin for $8.50. If you're sharing, it's not that much food. I was going to order another personal stack of olive oil pancakes because that cinnamon butter was so good! I decided not to after I let all of what we ordered and drank settle for a bit after. The valdeon whipped blue cheese under the bacon-wrapped dates didn't taste very good and seemed grainy to me. It was my least favorite. The standouts for me were the olive oil pancakes, spinach frittata that was actually loaded with more veggies and bell peppers and the patatas bravas which was piled with potatoes topped with mayo that melted down and looked almost like melted cheese on top. It's a fun place for friends to gather or a cute date spot. You may or may not be hungry after depending what you order. There are larger plates/entrees like paella and branzino to share.

Main Kitchen - wine_bars - Updated May 2026

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