Cancel

Open app

Search

Install the Yelp app
Continue your search on the app. It’s easier!

Provaré

4.1 (214 reviews)
Open • 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM

Provaré Photos

Business Info

PROVARÉ ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Casual
Romantic
Classy
Moderate noise

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - Provaré

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

The complimentary welcome shots -- Westheimer I believe.
Joya-Nicole C.

This was my first time trying this place and they did NOT disappoint! From the moment we entered, the service was amazing! My cousins and I had reservations for a cousin's dinner since 2 of us are visiting Houston! Check in was seamless and it was lightly packed, so there wasn't much of a wait. Once seated, we were immediately greeted, given water and informed our waitress would be with us soon. She appeared shortly after, with welcome shots -- compliments of the house! I don't remember my servers name, but her service was amazing -- she was very tentative, friendly, and took good care of us! Because we planned to share, we ordered the shrimp and crawfish spinach artichoke dip, the parm fries, and the trio pasta with two lamb chops on the side. EVERYTHING WAS GOOD!! The food came out pretty fast and was soooooo fresh! There was meat in every bite of everything and every flavor complimented the next. I loved the bread they had with the dip, that was different than I was used to having but I loved it! The pasta was so flavorful and the spice wasn't as spicy as I thought it would be. The lamb chops were made to perfection!!! Everything about the place was amazing. They had music playing, then a live dj joined and they were raffling red bottoms, lol. They also had the ceiling open -- so I was able to look up and see some stars while enjoying my time. We also got a hookah -- which was cool because it added to the vibes! Will be revisiting whenever I'm in town again! Absolutely can't wait to try them in Chicago next!

Terrance F.

I wanted to see what the hype was all about. The vibe was ok. I'm not a fan of hookahs. The food was ok. It's more like for a younger crowd. The dress code seems to be just about anything. Lastly, you get a search down before going in.

Seafood Crab Cake Egg Roll
Gardesha W.

My first brunch experience in Houston! I absolutely loved the ambiance--it was classy, upscale, and had a really nice vibe. Upon arrival, just a heads-up: parking is not free.There's a parking lot behind the building and another one on the side. I'm not completely sure of the exact price because I thought the sign said $10, but I believe it ended up being $15. There is also security at the door. I actually appreciated that because it seemed like they were there to help maintain a safe environment for everyone and make sure no weapons or other prohibited items were brought inside. I made a reservation for 2 PM and was seated pretty quickly. My waitress, Yaya, was AMAZING! She knew the menu like the back of her hand and did a great job explaining what came with each entrée I ordered, as well as the drinks. She was very attentive and made sure I was taken care of throughout my visit. They also offer hookah, but I was seated in an area where no one was smoking, so it didn't bother me at all. The only issue I had was the temperature. It was VERY warm inside, which made it a little uncomfortable at times. Other than that, I had a great experience and would definitely come back!

Interior
Ifoma O.

This place is such a vibe - from the decor to the music and overall ambiance. Being a true Houstonian, I appreciated the nod to the Houston-themed drinks We got seated immediately and welcomed with Westheimer shots (frozen cocktail) that reminded me of a lemon drop so a bit on the sweeter side but very refreshing. I followed that with the Bellaire (espresso martini) that was a yummy I got the smash burger (with the lobster and garlic Parmesan fries) - yes all that is included in the menu price of $30 which is a deal on its own and even more so when I tasted this plate. The fries were so crispy and SO good, not too salty and very addictive. I almost cleared my fries basket before I actually tried the burger itself. The burger was delicious, very hearty with generous lobster pieces. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal, my only wish was for a bit more aioli on the burger so I could really get the full flavor of everything all together. I can't wait to return to try more menu items!

Morgan W.

Provare is consistently delicious, the ambiance is great, and I've never had bad service. I've been a few times for dinner. They always greet you with a welcome rum shot... my favorite things on the dinner menu include the crabcake egg rolls and the pasta trio. Their lamb chops are also really good. My favorite cocktail is the Montrose... It is kind of like a cherry limeade almost. The drinks are kind of average and strength. But if you like strong I feel like the River Oaks is up there... I also love their happy hour. I have been to their happy hour maybe twice now... I realized as I'm writing this that I must really like this place because I don't repeat places that often but this one I do. They now have brunch and we were welcomed with an espresso martini type of shot... I believe it was frozen. The brunch was decent but I love that they have a bottomless mimosa option that is worth the money. My go to for brunch would be the steak and eggs. The only con is the fact that you have to pay $20+ for parking or try to find free street parking. You can also park in front of the restaurant during certain hours for free or pay the meter. Check all the signs because they will boot you in that area.

Syreta G.

I enjoyed this place. Black-owned business and all are welcome. There is a dress code to adhere to. Saw several people having celebrations at the restaurant and locals filling up the bar. I recommend making reservations as it can get pretty busy inside. There is an outside lounge area with cabana style seating, which probably looks great lit up at night. The food was delicious and the portions were hearty enough to take home for leftovers. There is also the option to order Hookah for those who indulge. A nice addition to Houston!

Shontina K.

Provare' Houston was an absolute experience from beginning to end! The ambiance was beautiful, the service was exceptional, and the food and drinks were INCREDIBLE!! Every dish was flavorful, perfectly prepared, and beautifully presented. The cocktails were top tier and paired perfectly with the entire dining experience. You can truly tell that attention to detail goes into everything they serve. Whether it's a date night, girls' night out, or a luxury dining experience, Provare' Houston is definitely a place I would highly recommend. Can't wait to return!

Pasta Mardi Gras
Tribecca B.

We had a great experience at Provare for my friend's bachelorette dinner. The restaurant is very elegant and perfect for a date night or dinner with the girls. The wait staff were also all very kind and helpful (even when we needed our photoshoot outside). I had the Mardi Gras pasta and the Montrose cocktail. The presentation and taste was great for both. Everyone food looked great, and there were no complaints. Definitely recommend!

Desireah R.

Visited on a Thursday which is R&B night. It's very well decorated and the ambiance is 10/10. The staff is very attentive and friendly. They serve these complimentary espresso martini shots to get the party started, that are delicious. The menu is a bit limited which is not a bad thing, I just wish there were more non seafood options. For example offer a version of the spinach dip without seafood. The portion sizes are pretty good. I would definitely go back

Crab cake eggrolls
Valencia H.

Second time at this location. Glad the parking lot has finally been fixed last time it was full of craters; my cousin almost broke her ankle in heels. I've ordered the same meal at both the Chicago and Houston locations for dinner . The infamous seafood trio & the spinach & artichoke dip. The pasta is pretty consistent between both locations. In Chicago we had the option to add lamb chops for about $6 a piece. However, the spinach dip in Chicago comes with garlic bread. So i was surprised when the app hit the table in housing. I thought the kitchen made a mistake but it just doesn't come that way. It really takes away from the dish. One thing I'd like to mention is the welcome shot. Not sure what it is but it's tasty. The cocktails are also cute and delicious. This most recent visit I tried put their brunch. I went with one of my favorite foodies so we shared three items . We eased in with the crab cake eggrolls. No lie, I wanted to order another one just for myself. I'd go back for that alone. We were on some true big back behavior after being influenced by an IG video so we wanted something savory and something sweet. Both the shrimp po boy and chicken & waffle looked good! Indeed they were. The bread on the po boy was soft and fluffy not dry at all. Shrimp cooked to perfection and the perfect amount of remoulade to balance it all out. The waffle seemed simple but somehow after sighs we both had one more bite. Safe to say provare is a solid option for brunch or dinner. **only reason I'm not giving a 5star is because the parking has been a hassle both times. *The QR code or link doesn't want to open * cement was unbearable * it forced me to pay for 12 hr parking * the staff says oh sometimes it doesn't work but they do tow (as if there's another option) So now you're fighting to pay instead of enjoying your experience with friends/ family etc.

Jenell M.

I came to Provare with a friend for brunch. It has a very upscale appearance with a grown and sexy vibe. It's an Italian Creole fusion restaurant however I'd say that the brunch menu has primarily traditional brunch options. My server Yaya came very quickly to get my order an offer me there complimentary frozen espresso shot called the Sugarland. Heads up but on Sundays the kitchen closes at 3pm and reopens at 4pm for dinner service. I decided to get the chicken and waffles which was very tasty. The waffles were sweet and fluffy, almost didn't need syrup. The chicken wings were hot, fresh and well seasoned. If you enjoy hookah that is also offered. Great vibe and good food.

Tiffany T.

The Hubs and I celebrated our 9 year anniversary here and we're so happy we did. Didn't make reservations so we were seated at their table booths outside. Mind you there are fans blowing so sitting and eating outside was not bad. We were greeted with a complimentary shot of their new drink which was fruity delicious but I opted to order The Washington and the Hubs ordered The Woodlands bka a smoked old fashioned. Miy drink was served with a smile, his was in a smoky gift box LOL. Appetizers....yes indeed! We ordered salmon eggrolls and the seafood artichoke spinach dip. Both were 10/10. The cheesiness of the dip, the soft buttery bread,and they shonuff didn't skimp on the seafood. For entrée, i ordered the steak and it came with garlic fries. Wished I ordered another side instead. The steak was very good. The Hubs ordered the seafood trio pasta with a.....a $12 lambchop. The pasta was rich with flavor and full of shrimp, lobster, and crawfish. The lambchop was deliciously juicy. He wished he had more. We ended the night toasting with complimentary champagne and an anniversary ice cream dessert.

Pan seared branzino add crawfish

Food off the charts. Q is the best server ! Fast service Ambiance is grown, sexy , diverse Must order the crab cake egg rolls , lamb chops , pan seared branzino and add crawfish on top !! Lawwdddddd the need more locations in Houston !!

Branzino pasta , pasta Mardi Gras

See all

26 days ago

Imani was a great server! Very attentive and great service. Will be back for her. Come here and catch a vibe

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 month ago

Latonia was so sweet and very attentive. the food drinks and music was amazing. I'm coming back just to see her!!!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

10 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

12 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

21 days ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

21 days ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

25 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

18 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Moriah S.
442
11
4

4 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Erika J.
83
116
491

2 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 3
Love this 2
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 3
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 months ago

Helpful 4
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 days ago

Don't walk, RUN to Provaré. Good, food, drinks, and SUPERB CUSTOMER SERVICE! Q and Yaya was amazing!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 days ago

Great vibes, food and service. My girl Q got us right with the drinks and food choices. Look for her, yiu won't be disappointed!

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Helpful 3
Thanks 2
Love this 1
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Page 1 of 6

Ask the Community - Provaré

Is there parking fees in their lot? Automatic gratuities? Or Services fees?

Is it true about all of these fees before you even order?

I'm not sure what type of fees you are referring to but there is a $2.50 pre-paid deposit per person to make a reservation. However, we were walk-ins and didn't have to pay a fee. Gratuity is automatically included in the bill.

Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

You might also consider

Bar Buena - Ardilla

Bar Buena

4.6(17 reviews)
1.2 mi•River Oaks, Montrose

Bar Buena was a surprise find after we participated in a cooking class at Sur La Table across the…read morestreet. After the byob cooking experience, we figured "why not!?" So we walked on over to this little speakeasy and were immediately greeted by the bouncer. On a Thursday night, it was quite crowded, but were able to find the last remaining seats at the bar. We were seated at the left end of the bar, which was nice because we had our own little "nook" away from the rest of the bar. Adjacent to us was the server station - the one server tending to the tables, Marilyn, frequently came by and we immediately befriended her. She gave us excellent recommendations and provided her opinion on several drinks. Robin was the bartender who took care of us throughout the night. She was super friendly from the moment we sat down and gave us stellar recommendations on food and drinks. She was happy to tweak a couple of their seasonal drinks to our liking, and even offered to mix other drinks that weren't on the menu. Fantastic service from Robin throughout the night. I started out with Tommy's Margarita - this was just their take on a classic margarita, nothing super special. I then ordered the Oaxacan Old Fashioned - think of an old fashioned made with tequila and mezcal in lieu of bourbon. I was a bit cautious about this one since I am not a fan of mezcal, however the smoky flavor was not very apparent in this one, which was a huge plus! I also got the Ardilla - very unique drink made with mexican corn whiskey, cocoa nibs, sherry, and a milk punch. I award this drink for most unique I've had in a while, definitely give it a try if you're up for something new. To finish, I had the Cariña - their take on an espresso martini made with reposado tequila. I really liked this espresso martini - it was a great way to finish out the night and I left feeling inspired to make my espresso martinis at home using tequila now! With the little room we had left in our stomachs, we tried the Pato Tinga Memela, which was duck leg (no bone) with beans and onions and cilantro atop a memela. I haven't had memela specifically per se, but consider me a fan. It is basically a mini "cake" of masa that is pan fried to a slight crispiness. An Oaxacan speciality, where else can I find these in Houston!? We also tried the Guacamole y Tostadas. The guacamole was unique in the sense that it was Oaxacan style, so contains pepitas, pickled onions, and queso fresco. The tostadas were super crispy and reminded me of how they serve guacamole in Mexico (rather than with chips/totopos). Fun fact is that this bar is owned by Goode Company. Next door to this is Goode Co. Cantina, so it's nice that they created an adjoining restaurant + speakeasy concept within the same strip. At one point in our visit, Levi Goode was standing next to us. We didn't know until after he left and Marilyn informed us, that that was THE man. Just doing a casual check-in of his bar. We really had a good experience at Bar Buena and look forward to returning. The food menu has quite a few offerings I wanted to try had I not come from a cooking class. We were also told that the seasonal drink menu was set to change shortly after our visit, so I look forward to trying these drinks!

Dark, moody, took a minute to adjust from the bright sunshine into this little haven. But the…read moreMexican wine and tequila selection? Absolutely worth staying for.

Photos
Bar Buena - Bar is bueno

Bar is bueno

Bar Buena - Bar Buena

Bar Buena

Bar Buena - Interior

See all

Interior

Sante - Covered Patio seating

Sante

3.9(166 reviews)
2.5 mi•Upper Kirby
•$$$

Love the vibes here! House music & good drinks! They have…read morefire drinks which are so cool. Valet parking or uber def Quick and easy to get a drink! Lychee and pineapple shots were amazing!!

The ambiance at Santé was beautiful, and the food was good, but unfortunately, the service was…read morequite possibly one of the worst experiences we've had at a restaurant. Our server, Camille, took our order and then would disappear for 30+ minutes at a time. At one point, when we asked where she had been, she simply said she was "walking around." Her overall approach to serving us felt extremely nonchalant and inattentive. The atmosphere also made us feel as though the level of attention you receive depends on how much you're spending--particularly whether you're purchasing bottles. The servers seemed more focused on creating a bottle-service experience than providing attentive restaurant service. It gave the evening a very transactional, "pay for attention" feeling rather than genuine hospitality. What really sealed the experience for us happened after we had already paid our bill. A host approached our table and essentially said, "Can you leave now? We need to seat someone right now." There was no gracious transition, no "thank you for dining with us," and no polite explanation--just an abrupt request to leave. For a restaurant with such a beautiful ambiance and good food, the service and hospitality were incredibly disappointing. Guests should feel welcomed and valued from the moment they sit down until the moment they leave, regardless of whether they're ordering bottles.

Photos
Sante - On Richmond

On Richmond

Sante - Bar taken on iPhone 5s

Bar taken on iPhone 5s

Sante - Bar

See all

Bar

Kanpai Club - Late night bites

Kanpai Club

4.5(73 reviews)
1.5 mi•The Heights

Great drinks, friendly service, and delicious HH appetizers! We enjoyed our first time here and…read morehope to come back again!

After enjoying a late night snack at Handos, we decided to mosey on over to Kampai Club. I had…read moreheard good things for years, and I remember driving past it a couple times and not seeing it or any signage. Even this time the GPS took us to an entrance that had us going the wrong way down a one-way, but we eventually figured it out I will say that the parking isn't all that great, but we were able to find a spot. If the parking lot is full you should be able to find street parking nearby Kanpai Club is a sister location to Handos. They share a kitchen and you can walk through an inside door access either. You can find the same cocktails and bites from Handos on the Kanpai menu, but there's also additional drinks and bites The bar feels like a Japanese Izakaya. It's a narrow space resembling a Japanese outdoor bar. It's intimately lit and well decorated. We did have to wait for two spots to open up, but that didn't take too long The bartenders were friendly, professional, and efficient. We went on a Friday night (fairly late), and they had two dedicated bartenders The cocktails were fun and were beautifully crafted. Most were served in novelty glassware. You can order classic cocktails, but both Kanpai and Hando offer a variety of signature cocktails. Most having some sort of Japanese or Asian fusion. They have beer, wine, and extensive sake list, as well as green tea and other nonalcoholic options The cocktails were tasty. The only one I was iffy on was their Espresso martini. It was poured from a machine and I guess there were having issues with it. The presentation was phenomenal. There was a roasted marshmallow garnish. The drink itself was far too Smokey in flavor than I like, or at least in terms of my espresso martinis The Yuzu Kosho fries were incredible. The flavors really hit the spot. The Okinawa Potato salad was both questionable to looks and and to eat lol. This purple mound of potato's had an interesting taste, look, and consistency. It wasn't bad, just... interesting and new Some tips: If you can't find this spot from the street, look for Handos. It's part of this restaurant Ask the bartender about the happy hour menu. And most nights they're open until 12am, but on Fridays and Saturdays they are open until 2am If you order food online (technically from Hando's) you can get 10% off using code: HANDO10. This is part of their "Hando and Chill" special Cheers!!

Photos
Kanpai Club - Welcome to yam rock

Welcome to yam rock

Kanpai Club
Kanpai Club

See all

Hidden Bar - More mini cranes!

Hidden Bar

4.6(64 reviews)
3.2 mi•West University

Now THIS is a speakeasy. I had no idea that I was going to get this experience when coming to…read moreHouston, but I couldn't be happier. The origami ceiling, lively bar, friendly staff, unique cocktails, fun bathroom, and photo booth in the corner made for an unforgettable experience. My friend said it was the busiest he had ever seen the place, and it was loud. But we got some awesome drinks that I swore I could've taken pics of -- the lighting was a little crazy, so I think I ultimately changed my mind with that. One was the periscope which was a refreshing and summery gin drink... And I think I tried the naked and famous too because I like mezcal. I had already eaten so I skipped the restaurant the speakeasy's connected to, but I cannot wait to return to Houston outside of a Con so I can really go all out on exploring. It was an amazing way to end my first night!

Super cute speakeasy hidden inside a sushi restaurant. We went on a weekday evening and had no…read moretrouble getting a table. I ordered the Side to the Sun Rises (gin, yuzu, mint, cucumber) which was light, refreshing, and well balanced. I would recommend it if you enjoy gin-based cocktails with a slightly fruity flavor. My friends really enjoyed their drinks as well. They have all day happy hour on Sundays/Mondays. We did not get a chance to try the food, but the menu looked great. Overall, a fun spot with great vibes and definitely worth checking out!

Photos
Hidden Bar - Love the decor!

Love the decor!

Hidden Bar - Ceiling

Ceiling

Hidden Bar

See all

Provaré - seafood - Updated October 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...