Almost forgot to write a review of Marmo. We had pleasure to dine here with some friends while back. The interior and restaurant is beautiful. Very chic feel. Cocktails were little on weaker side. Had to ask bartender to add more liquor to all our drinks. Food is just average but pricey for pasta imo. We really wanted to like this place. But don't think we will be back. Nothing was spectacular or blow us away. We tried 10 different cocktails & 14 different varieties of dishes including Squid-ink Pasta, Porterhouse steak & Veal Milanese. Our bill was roughly $950 for 4 guest. 2.5/5 Stars read more

Terrific service, far and above what I've come to expect in post-pandemic Houston. Truly top notch and I'm already planning my next visit. The steaks are amazing, if not a little rich. All of the pastas are individual and show how good handmade pasta can be. The squid ink pasta is a home run. The desserts are oddly not great, but so much else is good it still gets the best review. They have valet parking and it is a disaster, but I think the parking is provided by the building and not the restaurant. Either way, the valet situation needs some help. Avoid it if you can. read more

Lobster Ravioli was delicious! I went on a Thursday evening, it was crowded but the service was still great. It's beautiful inside, the food and service is amazing! And the wine was delicious! I'll definitely be back. read more

Marmo - Ravioli & broccolini - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The food and atmosphere are pretty great but the valet service is questionable. They brought my car back with peeled off tires and scratched wheels and went silent on me because I noticed the damages a week later (I don't drive this car daily and travel for work) . Make sure you double / triple check your car thoroughly upon return so this does not happen to you at all ! read more

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Food was incredible. I am a bit of a meatball snob and I can say with confidence that Marmo had one of the best meatballs I have ever had. Service was amazing, absolutely loved our waiter. He was so knowledgeable about the menu and made the entire experience 10/10. Wish I could eat here everyday, absolutely will be going back!! read more

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I absolutely loved the food and ambiance Marmo had to offer! From the moment we walked in we were greeted by the manager and sat down by our friendly host. Everything thing we ate was delicious!! We started off with the Crab Bruschetta and also had the Beef Tenderloin, Squid Ink Campanelle, and Tortellini. All was tasty and we cleaned out plates but I must say the Beef tenderloin was my favorite because it was cooked perfectly to my liking thanks to the suggestion of our wonderful waiter Cole. He made our dining experience enjoyable. He was able to answer all my questions about the menu and make great suggestions. He was professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend Marmo for a nice date night out and ask for Cole to ensure a great experience! read more

Marmo - Beef Tenderloin - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

We tired two different dishes and both were very very salty. As for the price, I wouldn't consider it fair. The ambience is great. Wouldn't be back 1/5 read more

Had a great experience here, ambiance was great, food was great, and the hospitality was great. From the valet team to the waitress staff and manager. I will definitely plab to return sometime. read more

Marmo - Chicken parmigeana - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

I'm tired of loud restaurants. Yes I'm fifty five but this is just a horrible trend. I'm going to start measuring decibels Food was very good Might return in the winter when we can sit outside where it's not SO LOUD read more

Marmo 7:15 PM: Valentine's Day I was impressed by the ambiance. The dining room was well lit and the ambiance was warm and inviting. It wasn't too loud and the bar and wine room are very nicely situated and add to dining experience. The Waiter came by quick enough and was friendly but we did sit without bread and water for close to 15 minutes. When bread did arrive, it was a slice of cold bread no larger than my palm accompanied by what appeared to be crumbs of parmigiana regiana which were quite uninspiring as they served absolutely no purpose. I'm otherwise they complimented absolutely nothing. CORSINI This gin drink was just poorly made or just a poorly executed concept. It was just a very muted lemon pineapple drink that just tasted incredibly sour and off. There were no hints of sweet that you would expect from the supporting layers of the drink. This added with the fact that the drink, which is made with egg whites, was mostly foam, is definitely a reason I will be recommending forgoing this drink if you chose to dine at Marmo 0/5 TUNA TARTAR The tuna tar tar was just plain awful. I'm not sure if this was a Valentine's day creation or a regular menu item, but I truly hope it is not on the permanent menu. The dish was Incredibly acidic and tasted of straight vinegar. The topping was two thin slices of plain red radish that seemed incredibly misplaced and just had no flavor. They just did nothing for the dish, if the chef was trying to add a crunch element to the dish he would have been better going with almost anything else. The avocado was speckled and appeared to be a bit aged and not in good way. The Fresno chili added provided a good amount of heat and accompanied the fish well, but on a dish that was a complete flop this is not saying much nor was it enough to save the dish 0/5 LOBSTER RAVIOLI The lobster ravioli was ABYSMAL! Abysmal, disgusting and the reason I will be forgoing Valentine's Day dinners in the future. The dish was incredibly lack luster and the filling was dense and completely riddled with shells. The sauce was just lacking any form of seasoning, no salt whatsoever. There was a hint of lemon that would have paired nicely with the ravioli, but for the fact that it was devoid of any other seasoning, just made the dish taste like it had gone bad. I did not finish this dish because it was so under seasoned and just gross. While the dish was completely worth being sent back for the amount of shell I pulled out of it alone, the very minor positive note was that the chefs were generous with the presentation of lobster meat that covered the top of the dish. This lobster meat was pretty decent, it was still under seasoned, but better than the other parts of the dish and it was cooked to the right consistency you would expect from a good poached lobster. Additionally the other minor positive was that the portion was more than most restaurants of this caliber usually provide which would have garnered incredibly high marks in my book, but it was simply a large portion of bad ravioli 0/5 TIRAMISU I would like to preface this section by claiming that I am not typically a desert person. It takes quite an exceptional, unique, or nostalgic food item for me to get excited about desert. In full transparency I also consulted with my boyfriend before reviewing this item to give it a fair review, as he is quite the fan of tiramisu and one whose judgement I trust completely. I thought the dish was ok, he agreed that it was ok, but there were problems with the dish that we both agreed on. When eating, the dish is served in a chilled bowl. This choice in presentation resulted in the dish being much more saturated in the middle than the rest of the dish, so the desert was dry on the sides and completely inundated in the middle. This error was compounded by the fact that the liquid component of the dish, traditionally espresso, appeared completely watered down and was not strong at all. It just tasted like watered down coffee. So the conclusion that we both came to was, that the dish was ok, but that individuals that typically enjoyed tiramisu, would be disappointed 1/5 Overall, for the quality of the food this restaurant really seems like it is more of a "prestige" spot that is not necessarily worth the price you are paying for the quality of food you are receiving. I would not recommend Marmo for a dining experience. And as usual, for my skip to the recipe folks Corsini 0/5 Tuna Tartar 0/5 Lobster Ravioli 0/5 Tiramisu 1/5 read more

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Food is PHENOMENAL! I got the pistachio tortellini and I cannot recommend it enough! The oysters are fresh and delicious. There's usually a pianist and singer across the bar. The ambience and location is great as well. Marmo is located in a new shopping center in Montrose area. There's all kinds of shops around there that you can explore before or after your meal. You have a great view no matter where you're sitting There's complimentary valet but it's usually VERY busy so expect a little wait. If you don't want to wait, you can park in the parking garage but will have to pay. read more

Marmo - Pistachio tortellini (half plate) I added grilled chicken on top for protein - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

One of the few Italian places in Houston worthy of visiting. Was drawn to here because they had vodka pasta. Overall it's a very nice restaurant, definitely could dress biz casual or on the fancier side if you'd like. Definitely recommend a reservation on the weekends. We started off our meal with drinks. I had a glass of red wine & my friend had one of the tequila drinks. We both enjoyed our drinks. For apps we had a half dozen oysters, the horseradish concoction it's served with was really good, plus a little bit of lemon juice goes a long way. For meal I got a half order of the rigatoni alla vodka pasta & a half order of the smoked ricotta gnocchi, was impressed by both although the gnocchi was not what I was expecting. My friend had the special steak, it was very delicious. Also tried the mushrooms which were just ok. The service was good, waiters always came by to check on us & refill waters. Overall a good experience and will definitely be coming back to try some of their other pastas. read more

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Ambiance, food, service and drinks are all superb. Everything was delicious from the crab cake bruschetta to the duck, and tortellini. The service was very good, professional and hospitable. The out of the oven rosemary rolls with cheese complimentary appetizer was a nice touch. Everything taste fresh, and carefully handled. Very delightful. Highly recommend! read more

Marmo - Duck, wine, and tortellini - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Sat outside with sandy silverware and plates. They changed them after informing them but one would expect with this level of restaurant they should have thought about this. Food and drink were mediocre. read more

Had lunch here today and really enjoyed it. The squid ink pasta was excellent and had a nice spice kick to it. The lobster ravioli was fine but not extraordinary and most likely will not be ordered again (hence the four stars). The true star of this meal was the duck and the reason I will be going back soon. Wow, what a great plate and a must if your a duck lover (or even if your not). Nice guy helping us, and good atmosphere rounded out our visit. read more

This was my experience at Marmo: My friend and I (People of Color) had an early reservation. We were seated on the smaller side of the partition that divides the dining area roughly into three quarters and one quarter. At the time, there were several open tables in the main dining area. On the smaller side of the partition, there was one other table seated (4 women of color). As my friend and I left the restaurant roughly an hour after our reservation, we noticed that on the other side of the partition (the main dining area), every table was occupied by white patrons. Regarding the food itself, I found the prices to not reflect the value provided. We were charged $16 for sparking water for two people. The full serving of the scarpinocc ($46) provided roughly 6 bites of food. Similarly, the crescent duck was decent did not fit the price tag. Marmo charges upscale prices but doesn't quite fit the bill as an upscale restaurant. Hopefully in the future, their waitstaff will be more mindful of how they seat people of different demographics. I would not return to Marmo based on my experience and the value of the items on the menu. read more

Love the opportunity to have something different. An Italian steakhouse is what is advertised and delivered! The filet is what I got and it was outstanding. The spices were very different than your typical steak house and I welcomed that. Great drinks, cocktails and the vibes are excellent. read more

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-0 stars. I came out with my girlfriend for her birthday and said birthday girl goes first for ordering drinks - they ended up bringing a cake we didn't ask for. They charged us for the bday cake. We also ordered two pastas. They only brought one. read more

What a wonderful dinner we had here this week!! The charcuterie board was beautifully presented with a nice variety of foods. Lobster ravioli was flavorful and the racioli itself full of lobster along with large pieces of lobster in the sauce. The gnocchi also had a lovely presentation and flavor. The only complaint was that we had to keep asking the server for drinks, water and then our bill at the end. That was a minor inconvenience and worth the delicious meal!!! read more

I felt like I was due for a delicious Italian meal! This was it! Everything tastes fresh and was so so goooood! I went with a few girls for lunch, so I was able to taste some of the different appetizers they have. I ordered the blue crab bruschetta, which comes in four pieces, and depending on how hungry you are, it could be shared with two or three other people, which is how we did. They were definitely not stingy with the blue crab either. The toast was crispy and came with some micro greens and avocado smear. The other antipasto I tried was the Polpette- the Italian meatballs. There was like three or four huge meatballs with a couple of small pieces of toast with ricotta on top. It was a great combination for my palate. The Tuscan fried chicken were pretty good as well. They're very crispy and lightly bartered. I think the most impressive appetizer was the asparagus soup. I never had that kind of soup before. It was super creamy and delicious. I think this is what I would order the next time I come. Now for my main meal, I had the famous squid ink Campanelle pasta. When I say wow, I mean wow. This is my first time trying squid ink, and don't let the black color throw you off, because this was amazing! The pasta was perfectly made. It does have a little spice to it, so if you cannot do spice, then you might have to tell them to take out the chili, if they can. I am all about texture when it comes to food. And the tender pasta mixed with the crunch of the breadcrumbs and the soft crab meat, was the absolute best. I would highly recommend trying this. Since I've already wrote quite a bit just on their food, I won't go into too much detail about their decor. I will say that it is a bright and cheery indoor space. They had a pianist playing for us that Saturday, which was really nice. The place is very clean, and the wait staff was super nice and helpful. I highly recommend trying this place out. We all loved it. And unlike some other places, the food was worth the price. read more

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We can't say enough about this place. Our new favorite Italian place in town for sure. We love the atmosphere, it's great for date night. Very old school with giant menus, but the whole vibe is on point. Their bread service is a top five in town for us (maybe top 3?) primarily because they bring our fresh bread with chunks of parmesan - so good. Our first visit was with their previous seasonal menu, where we had (one of?) the GREATEST soups we've ever had. If you get a chance to try their asparagus soup, it's a must (rich asparagus soup with tiny delicate ricotta-filled pastas floating inside). We loved it so much we went back just for that soup - only to be disappointed with a new seasonal menu. Alas, the menu still had lots to offer, and we enjoyed a few pastas and cocktails. ALL good. The service has also always been fantastic. Definitely added to our list of regular spots. read more

Marmo is always a hit for friends, family, and date nights! On the weekends they have live music read more

I had a really good time at Marmo thanks to the attentive staff and a few absolutely astounding dishes... but there's definitely a little room to take them from good to greatness. Let's start with the good - the venue is gorgeous. The decor and design give off a vibe that straddles the line of casual and fine dining. The service is excellent. The staff is obviously well taught. Our server, Rey (or Ray), knew the menu front to back and had recommendations ready to go. Our glasses were never empty, and we even had several managers visit our table. Top notch! Now for the not so great... the acoustics are awful. For a place that seconds as a piano bar, I'm shocked that the design wasn't made to better absorb sound. While I loved the music, I found myself yelling at my husband and struggling to hear others speaking to me. As for the food, there were several huge hits at our table... but definitely more average dishes than not. Here's a detailed rundown of what we ordered: -Polpette meatballs appetizer: (4/5) Really delicious meatballs. Only wish they'd been served hotter. They were only slightly warm. -Caesar salad: (2/5) Standard Caesar salad. A little on the lemony side. Really pricey for a Caesar. -Burrata: (3/5) Decent burrata, though I've had creamier. The macerated strawberries felt a little cheap. -Halibut crudo (off the menu special): (1/5) Not sure this crudo fit the theme. The flavor altogether was just okay - nothing special. Wouldn't order again. -Smoked gnocchi: (4/5) The gnocchi was light and fluffy, and the boar ragu had a wonderful smokey kick. -Squid ink campanelle: (4/5) My favorite pasta dish of the night. A little spicy. Loved the lump crab meat and toasted bread crumb combo... but I couldn't taste the uni. Seems like an unnecessary addition to make the dish more costly. - Scarpinocc: (3/5) Imagine a half moon shaped ravioli stuffed with ricotta, but the pasta is colored green using peas. I wanted to love it but the dish fell flat. There wasn't enough flavor. The morel mushrooms and asparagus added great texture, but the taste was boring overall. -Cowboy ribeye: (5/5) I'm not sure I've ever had a ribeye so soft. My knife slid right through it! The aged meat was high quality, very beefy, and cooked to perfection. I don't recommend having it with the roasted garlic it's served with since it's very overpowering. -Fingering potatoes: (2/5) The potatoes were pretty dry and uninspired. Would opt for a different side next time. -CRESCENT DUCK: My God, can we just have a moment of silence to appreciate the Crescent Duck.......... This is the best duck I've ever had and easily my favorite dish in the last year. The fat was perfectly rendered and the duck melted in my mouth. The parsnip purée, sautéed morel mushrooms, and rich luxardo cherries made the whole dish a triumph. -Buttermilk panna cotta: (4/5) This dessert uses the same macerated strawberries as the burrata appetizer. The texture is spot on and the flavors mimicked that of a light strawberry cheesecake. I only wish I had skipped the burrata, because the two dishes are so similar. Though I loved many of the dishes, I feel like there were just as many that let us down. And as costly as this place is, I'd expect most of the food to wow me. The cocktails are also some of the most expensive I've paid for ($17-21) , and none of them were really great... which was unfortunate since my Coke was also flat. I would likely return to try other dishes (and for that incredible duck dish), but my husband is not so convinced. But their staff is so on point, and I have confidence that they'll make adjustments after hearing customer feedback. read more

We attended as a large group of 10 after my friends engagement and George Rojas took GREAT care of us! He was personable and treated us amazing. The food was very tasteful. read more

So good I came back twice... two days in a row actually. Well it was unplanned but I enjoyed both nights. No pictures to share but Marmo is located in a cute little area with other new businesses. Food was delicious and service was good as well. I highly recommend the Squid Ink Campanelle and Brussel sprouts. The Red Snapper all'Acqua Pazza is worth a try as well. We skipped the bread. I wish they wld serve warm bread and that the bread wasn't walked around in a big basket... too easily exposed to many germs. The appetizers were ok but not top on my list to order again. The live music was a night touch to enjoy while dining or at the bar. Overall, enjoyable dining experience. read more

If this were based on appearance alone, Marmo would warrant at least a 5/5, if not more. One of the nicer looking places to open up in recent memory, with a nice mix of comfy and upscale throughout. All of the marble in the bar area really stood out in particular. The service at the bar was pretty good and mostly quick throughout as well. No real issues there, besides waiting a bit at the end to get the check. The food was pretty good for the most part, with some slight hiccups along the way. Their Hamachi dish was arguably our favorite of the night. I'd typically expect a hamachi dish like this to have a spicy pepper/jalapeño slice on top, but the more tame one given was actually ideal as it allowed the flavors of the ponzu and avocado to really stand out. The Polpette was very good, but came out closer to room temperature than piping hot. I'd definitely order it again, but would hope it's a little more fresh in that regard. The Smoked Potato Gnocchi was exactly as described in a good way, especially as each bite of the dish was smokier than the last. The portion sizes of the main dishes were both pretty generous and I'd definitely recommend the half portion for anyone looking for their own dish. The overall taste of the Lobster Ravioli was fine, with the dish coming together more like a ravioli that was cooked in a lobster bisque. The amount of lobster was pretty generous as well, but the real downfall to the dish were the small pieces of shell that were in it. When we asked the team about it, they told us some pieces are left in for the sake of a crunchy element. Didn't really make any sense to us at the time and it definitely took away from the dish rather than add to it. read more

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Food was good but it was too loud in the dining area. The decor was beautiful. Definitely a trendy place to visit.

Our server Jorden was amazing and had some great recommendations really adding to the experience. We went for our son's 24th birthday and we ordered the porterhouse, squid ink pasta with blue card and rigatoni with vodka sauce. Everything was delicious and with the wine and cocktail recommendations from Jordan, it was like having a fantastic wine paring with everything. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised at the food, Im not big on italian but this is definitely going to be a staple for me and my friends to go hangout, its in a great area and the food was amazing for happy hour read more

Marmo - Prosecco Tuscan fried chicken Caesar salad - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas

Oooo! 5 stars!! I went to Marmo for GNO with some friends and had a great experience. Valet was easy, the service was phenomenal, there was a live pianist, and the food was so tasteful!! I love it here!! Can't wait to come back!! Thanks Marmo!! read more

This is much needed restaurant in the heart of Montrose. The steaks are perfection, quality of everything is topnotch. The meatballs for an appetizer was a great decision. Our server was really nice. Staff stopped by often to check on us. For my partner and I both had steaks and shared two sides. Total was $220 plus tip. We would recommend making a reservation. However we were lucky to get seated without one. We Highly recommend this new gem. read more

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The place is super super cute. I went on a Sunday and they had a pianist playing which is really nice, but I was def let down by the food. We had the Hamachi that's was good we also had the Italian MeatballsCaesar Salad and those were ok. Our main dishes were really salty we had the Lobster RavioliVeal Bolognese which I wasn't a fan of. I guess I like the traditional red sauce for a bolognese this one was different and both of the dishes were salty especially the lobster ravioli was just over the top with salt. Great atmosphere and great presentation I wish the taste of the food would've match that. read more

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Wow. That is how I will start this review. My husband and I are originally from Houston, and are in town visiting family. We got away for a kid free night, and our decision to go to Marmo did not disappoint. The ambience is gorgeous. Live piano near the bar area, and he was fantastic. We had no reservation, so we sat at the bar for our full service meal. The staff was fantastic. Our waiter/bartender was great, and knowledgeable about the menu and gave us great recommendations. We started with the Blue Crab Bruschetta. It was good. Not much more to say about it, though I would likely not get it again. Large lumps of crab meat, over avocado. Flavor was good, but just that, good. For the main meal, we got the Squid Ink Campanelle and the 18oz Cowboy Ribeye. The Squid Ink Campanelle was just outstanding. The pasta was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was just the perfect compliment to the accompanying crab meat. The steak. The steak. The STEAK! Was by far the star of the show. Cooked to absolute perfection with a seared crust Gordon Ramsey wouldn't believe. We finished the meal off with the Buttermilk Panna Cotta. Such a delicate dessert, and not too sweet. I would order this meal again and again, and wish for it on my deathbed. Marmo did not disappoint! read more

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Delicious delicate dishes. You have the option to order half portions and try more dishes ;) Great service! read more

I'll start with the positives and end with the negatives. From the moment you walk in, it's refreshing to hear a live piano and not just the typical mix you receive walking into other Italian restaurants. Sets the tone for sure! The way the menu is set up makes it very easy to understand portioning, and it is a definitely a plus that they have half orders of pasta available since it can be filling. Allows you to try a few at a time! My favorite item was for sure the Beef Carpaccio! Melts in your mouth. Next, the Burrata. The restaurant just recently opened so I know they are working out the typical kinks (timing, presentation of menu, that sort of thing). But you could really tell the servers and support staff are giving it their best. I'll wait all day for hospitality like that. Negative- I only have one stomach. Will need to return to try the other dishes. Overall great experience. Can't wait to enjoy the patio sometime this summer! Bon appetite read more

Not one complaint service food music made for an enjoyable night out next time in Houston we will be back

Upscale dining perfect for a night with friends, or a date night. The vibe is lively with a great live piano in the background. The courses are easily shareable family style and the dishes are elegant in taste but also seem to take note of what is in season. The service was above and beyond - thank you Hannah, and all the waitstaff were attentive. read more

One of the hard to get reservations in Houston right now esp Friday and or Saturday night. Love their food but I did find their dining room very crowded. I am glad that I did not have to formally dress up to have good food here. Most of the items on the menu were super good. I came here thrice now and all 3 experiences were good. read more

My friends and I really wanted a fun girls night out, and found the best spot to do so! The ambience inside was very classy; as soon as you enter there is live musician playing beautiful tunes with the piano. Upon being seated, we noticed the interior was stunning, paired with a beautiful view of the montrose area. We started with the hamachi, which had a touch of passion fruit that was so unique! Definitely a must try when trying this spot. I tried the rigatoni pasta, and it was the perfect and most classic item to try. I really enjoyed the flavor and was truly delicious! read more

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It had a nice ambience. I have worked for atlas restaurants in the past and know that they always take care of their guests, have a wonderful food, and give outstanding service. Overall, the food was really good the salad was a little small especially if the price point is so high due to the lobster. The asparagus were al dente and the hollandaise had sort of hardened. I would have given five stars so Lee based on food. However, the service was slow. I waited about three minutes to be seated when I had a reservation, because there was no one at the host stand at 1 PM prime lunch hours. Although they were not busy, service was rather slow. I was there for two hours and I had a one hour lunch break so it was a little frustrating always having to wait for the server to come by and check on us, drinks, or deliver the check. The server had an amazing demeanor and great service. He may have been spread a little too thin. I will be back and would be happy to have the same server, just when I have more time to spare. read more

Marmo - Lobster salad - Italian Near Me - Houston, Texas