Riel

Full bar

Outdoor seating

Went here for lunch for the first time today. It was chill vibes, great music, and our server…read moreNatalie was amazing. Very attentive, very sweet, and went above and beyond for our drink accommodations. The ultimate burger was great- we'll definitely be back!

Came here to catch up with a friend I hadn't seen in a while and it was the perfect spot !…read more Food: The menu had a lot more options than I expected and everything looked delicious. I never order tacos, but I ordered them here and they were probably the best tacos I've ever had (filling, flavorful, and not too much food). They also had an extensive drink menu. I wasn't drinking but if I was there were some great options Parking: The parking was challenging. There was street parking but I was coming with a baby so unloading the stroller on the street was a no for me. There was a garage and supposedly valet parking. I couldn't find the valet anywhere in the block so I just went to the garage. It was $7 for 2 hours Service: Our server was great! It seemed like she was the only one and the place was packed ! Seating: There were 2 tops, 4 tops, and booths. They also had high chairs. They did let us pull the stroller up to a table for my little guy to sit . The space is larger than expected and was packed the entire time. They also have a large patio but none of their fans weee working Other: They have 1 unisex restroom. Luckily it was large as I had to bring my stroller in to use it as a changing table since they didn't have one. The challenging part was the door wouldn't fully open so I had to really push it to get it open far enough to get the stroller in

1.0 mi•Montrose, Fourth Ward

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Ristretto Martinis

Traveler's Table

4.4(2.5k reviews)

I went for Brunch and had great company. I had a basic breakfast, eggs, bacon and biscuit. But I…read moremust say the eggs were scrambled perfectly with a little cheese and that biscuit was so delicious it was to die for. The service was great our server did not have us waiting so I appreciate it that. The atmosphere was light and it was family friendly.

Food1: The eggs, potatoes, fruits, and biscuit were delicious. 5 Stars…read more Food2: Their house coffee has sweetness baked into their coffee. They don't have any coffee that is not sweet. Their biscuit gravy didn't do it for. They added stuff into it that I didn't like. And their Tabasco sauce was too salty. 1 Stars Service: Friendly and warm, from the valet parking, the hostess, and the server. 5 Stars Ambiance: Trendy and hip. 5 Stars Overall: 4 Stars

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Ube Pancakes

Perseid

4.4(80 reviews)

0.7 mi•Montrose

Dinner was exquisite and service was excellent!! We had a wonderful experience celebrating…read moreArmando's birthday!!

Came across this hidden gem from a food review. I didn't know there was a hotel in Montrose. So we…read moredecided to try out the restaurant for brunch. The atmosphere was laid back and the ambiance was very conducive for a great date spot. The service was impeccable. Never had to wait on anything and the food came out in a timely manner. The food was just like the reviewer had said: the pancakes were delicious and had a lemony taste to them, bacon was just like I like it, crisp but firm with a smoky flavor, roasted potatoes were firm and roasted to perfection and the added sea salt gave them that just right taste that lingers with you, but the star of the show was the Scallion biscuits. They were done to perfection from the texture to the taste and when you added your jam and butter to them, everything went to another dimension. Definitely will be one of my new brunch spots.

Unisex restrooms

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Nancy's Hustle

4.4(1.3k reviews)

3.2 mi•EaDo

Great service, delicious food, high quality ingredients!…read more Our server was incredibly attentive to us without having to appear every ten minutes to interrupt our conversation. When you first walk in, the interior is dimly lit, warm, and welcoming. The arugula salad appetizer was the perfect balance of light and flavorful with a good peppery kick from the fresh arugula. The Nancy cakes were simple but comforting, and with the roe made it an incredible experience. We also tried the lamb tartare and the burger, and both blew our minds away. Just the quality of the ingredients spoke for themselves. The flavor was perfectly balanced, and I was very impressed by the consistency of all the dishes. Highly recommend!

This was our second visit, and unfortunately, it didn't quite live up to the hype this time around…read more We arrived earlier than our reservation and they weren't able to accommodate us inside, so we opted for the patio. I was actually pleasantly surprised, it was spacious, shaded, and really comfortable. We started with the Nancy Cakes, which are always a 10/10 and easily the highlight of the meal. We also tried the yellowtail aguachile with roasted poblano and sunflower seed za'atar, which was just okay--nothing particularly memorable. For my entrée, I ordered the burger and specifically asked for the aioli on the side. Unfortunately, it came on the burger, and there was so much of it that it completely overpowered everything else. Coming back after a few years, we were hoping to be reminded why this place is so popular, but overall we left a little underwhelmed. I'm not sure we'd go out of our way to snag a reservation again.

1.5 mi•Fourth Ward, Midtown, Montrose

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Grilled snapper-$35 and the silver lining- $15. My last meal request. The best combo I've had in 2025. Perfect portion size.

Bludorn

4.3(778 reviews)

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We had British as our waiter and he was phenomenal. We had a few allergies and he did a wonderful…read morejob at making sure everything worked out for us. It was incredibly busy but the restaurant was beautiful. A bit crowded because booths were shared across walls, but it wasn't much of a problem. We loved our food, my friends got the steaks and they were cooked perfectly. The dry-aged duck was incredibly sweet and flavorful with the rice. Would definitely come again :)

Excellent food and environment. If you have the chance to make it please go…read more The octopus is a stand out! Save room for dessert if you can.

2.3 mi•Downtown, Fourth Ward

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Chestnut Cinco Leches Cake

Guard and Grace Modern Steakhouse

4.2(629 reviews)

Locally owned & operated

Fine dining

I've been here SO many times and I've never left them a review. Shame on me! Maybe I'm trying to…read morekeep it a secret (insert shushing emoji) This place is my favorite steakhouse in all of Houston. They cook the steaks to perfection every single time. For appetizers, I highly recommend the yellowtail sashimi. I'm sorry I didn't post a picture - I was SO hungry. I literally ate it like candy. Speaking of candy, it has Pop Rocks on top of the yellowtail. See how I tied that in, kids? My friends (also Yelp Elite) and I decided to do everything family-style. Since it's Restaurant Week (really Restaurant Month), we ordered a bunch of appetizers. The blue crab hush puppies were my second favorite. I wasn't a huge fan of the heirloom tomato because the wheat bread was way too thick for my liking. I would have preferred sourdough. But let's be honest - the reason I come here is for the mac & cheese and steak. I got the steak flight, which is about $110, but it's worth every penny. The Wagyu literally cuts like butter. The sides are HUGE and easily shareable with four people, so keep that in mind when ordering. Unfortunately, my friend did not enjoy his swordfish. His exact words were, "It tastes like dried chicken." My wife ordered the salad and absolutely loved it. Once again, the portion was enormous. If I'm judging this place solely on the wine, steaks, sides, and atmosphere, it's an easy five stars. You just have to know what to order. I was definitely disappointed to hear about the fish, but everything else keeps bringing me back.

I came in on a Saturday night and absolutely loved the ambiance of this restaurant. When I pulled…read moreup, there was valet service available for $15, or you can try to find street parking if you're lucky. I was quickly escorted to my table, and I later noticed that the restaurant also has some private dining areas, which I thought was a nice touch. One thing I found a little unusual was that you have to walk through the kitchen to get to the restroom. The staff does announce when someone is walking through the kitchen, so it felt safe, but it was still a little unexpected. For dinner, I tried one of the specials that evening: an 8-ounce steak served with asparagus and potatoes. The steak was cooked perfectly, and the potatoes were nice and crispy around the edges. The steak could have used a little more seasoning, but it was still flavorful overall. My boyfriend ordered the redfish, which was a very generous portion and seasoned really well. However, the crab fries that came with it were very bland and definitely could have used more flavor. I ordered a blackberry margarita, and it was absolutely amazing! Definitely one of my favorite parts of the meal. For dessert, we ordered the Snickers ice cream. It seemed more like an ice cream sandwich with peanuts on top and chocolate on the side. It wasn't my favorite dessert, but it was still a nice sweet treat if you're someone who likes to finish dinner with dessert. Our bill was around $180 for two meals, dessert and two drinks. Overall, I really enjoyed the ambiance, the service was quick, and most of the food was good. There were a few things that could have been better, particularly the seasoning on the steak and crab fries and the dessert, but I would still consider coming back.

Black truffle Mac and cheese- yummy!

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Nobie's

4.3(718 reviews)

0.7 mi•Montrose

One of my favorite restaurants I have taken out of town…read morefriends here as well and they love it My favorite things are appetizers and the pies And well duh the dilly bread

Walked in around 10:30 p.m. on a Saturday. The host offered several seating options, a regular two…read moretop table, the bar or a high top. I opted for the high top right by the kitchen, and honestly, great choice -- it smelled amazing. Most people prefer not to sit by the kitchen with all the foot traffic but I didn't mind it at all. Nobie's is a house that's been transformed into a restaurant. One of the bartenders told me it's a 104-year-old house, and the whole place has very "house party" vibes in the best way. The music is LOUD. And it gets progressively louder as the night goes on, so if that's not your vibe, keep that in mind. But I was very into it. Lil Flip was playing when I walked in and it took me back to high school house parties. On shuffle were more throwbacks and classics: Ludacris and "Notorious Thugs" by Biggie. The chairs, however, were not my favorite. They're low-backed and kind of cage-like, with only a thin cushion, so they aren't exactly the most comfortable for a long meal. Started with a cocktail: the Remolacha del Corazón -- beet tequila, mezcal, watermelon (house-made syrup), lime and a tajín rim. You can hardly taste the mezcal, which I'm assuming is the point. I like mezcal so it would have been nice to taste it but the beet tequila is definitely the star, with the watermelon and lime adding a nice balance. Appetizer: Don't Worry, Brie Happy ($18). Brie, local honey, smoked grapes, toast. There was basically no local honey on my plate, but those smoked grapes?! They're topped with flaky salt while they're still hot and OMG!! The combination of warm, smoky, sweet and salty was fantastic. My only complaint was the amount of toast. There was a little too much toast for the amount of brie and grapes, so the ratios felt slightly off. Main course: Jamón With Your Bad Self ($45). Ibérico secreto pork steak, tonnato, shaved Brussels sprouts, salsa verde and almonds. I'm particular about pork, so I was taking a bit of a chance here, but this dish sounded too interesting to pass up. The pork steak was cooked perfectly and had some wonderfully crispy pieces around the edges. The tonnato underneath the pork was really good. It almost reminded me of a Caesar dressing and added this rich, savory element to the dish. The shaved Brussels sprouts were great, too, especially with the almonds and Parmesan. Everything worked really well together. Dessert: Olive Oil Cake. A house staple, and for good reason. A lovely way to end the meal. Overall, Nobie's has a really fun, unpretentious energy. Between the old-house setting, loud music and memorable dishes, it feels like somewhere you go to hang out as much as you go to eat. Just know what you're getting into with the volume and the seating -- this is not exactly a quiet, polished fine-dining experience, and that's kind of the charm.

Bar interior

Clam chowder croquettes

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Robobby's back-$20. my 2 favorites! Mezcal and egg whites! Wasn't worth the price tag! Zaddy spilled the first one so had to get another!

93' Til

4.4(278 reviews)

0.7 mi•Montrose

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

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

3.5 mi•Warehouse District, Downtown

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Amazing grilled cucumbers...who knew??

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Theodore Rex

4.3(305 reviews)

This is a very intimate setting with a friendly, engaging staff and "fine dining style" food.read more

I was finally able to try this Houston staple last weekend!…read more Food: 4.5/5 - I loved the tomato toast and warm broth the best! The tomato toast was not overhyped and definitely worth getting. The bread is nice and oily yet still crusty and crunchy. The tomatoes and greens on top paired perfectly with the sourdough. - The warm broth doesn't seem like much from pictures and description but it was just so comforting and had nice umami. The green onions really bring out the rest of the flavors. - Ratatouille: this was one of our server's recommendations. I thought it was pretty good but slightly too sour/over-pickled for me. (I'm also not a big pickle person) - Butternut squash: This was probably the next best dish after the toast and broth. All the flavors and texture were there except the squash was a little hard. It could've been cooked a little longer to make it easier to cut through. I guess it is out of season, but still. - Squab aka pigeon: Also pretty good. The dried raspberries actually pair very well with it. Ambiance: 4/5 - The space is extremely small so you really need reservations. - It's so small that the tables are quite close together. But they were also not evenly spaced out so we tried to move our table away from the people next to us (we were practically touching!) and the staff insisted that we don't move them because they need to access the cutlery in the drawer on the side of the table?? First of all, they could've still accessed it after we moved the table. Second, if the space is that tiny, why not just store the utensils elsewhere? Very odd and didn't like that vibe.

0.8 mi•Museum District, Montrose

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The Toasted Coconut

4.3(603 reviews)

The food, the service, the drinks and the whole atmosphere was amazing! We were pleasantly…read moresurprised by how great the music was while we ate.

Passed by this place multiple times and finally decided to stop in for drinks and appetizers…read more The ambience grabs your attention just walking into the restaurant they have string lights along the walkway and low amber lights as you go inside. They have an outdoor eating area, a bar area, and seating in the very back. It's very spacious, comfortable, and intimate. The theme of the restaurant is seen all over from the moment you enter, to the music, the menu and the restroom. They paid close attention to detail with decorating. We had an amazing server, delicious drinks (a must try), and ok food. We ordered four drinks the painkilla, vamos à la playa, captains grog, and the Hemingway daiquiri. All were great drinks and we loved how they give you flavor characteristics of the drinks on the menu. The appetizers that we ordered were the sweet and sour cauliflower and the pork dumplings, which is why I gave this place four stars. The presentation of both appetizers were excellent. However, the pork dumplings were disappointing. They came with only six dumplings for $17, were served cold, and are very bland. In my opinion, they weren't worth the price. On the other hand, the sweet and sour cauliflower was our favorite and is definitely a must-try.

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Painkillers that really do what their name implies.....

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Aaron M.

174

3 years ago

Ah, Houston, a city of rich culinary experiences, and RIEL is no exception. Stepping into this restaurant, I was immediately struck by the stylish and modern atmosphere. As someone who has traveled the world and tasted many cuisines, I must say, RIEL managed to surprise me in the most delightful way. Their TABASCO TOAST is simply divine. The maple crema adds a subtle sweetness that complements the marinated tomatoes in a harmonious dance of flavors. It's a dish that's both light and satisfying, leaving me eager to taste the rest of the menu. Now, let's talk about the KOREAN CRUNCHWRAP. The skirt steak was cooked to perfection, and the crispy rice added an exciting textural contrast. Gochujang lent a hint of heat to the dish, while the egg yolk and pickles created a delicate balance of richness and tanginess. This dish is a true testament to the fusion of flavors and cultures. But the star of the evening, my friends, has to be the FISH-R-FILET. This fish sandwich was nothing short of exceptional. The fish fillet was tender and flaky, encased in a light and crispy batter. The dill tartar sauce brought a brightness to the dish, and the potato bun was soft and pillowy, providing the perfect vessel for this culinary masterpiece. In conclusion, RIEL is a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts in Houston. With its unique and inventive dishes, I have no doubt that this gem of a restaurant will continue to impress and delight its patrons. And if you find yourself there, do yourself a favor and order the FISH-R-FILET - it's an experience you won't soon forget. read more

Na L.

1251

375

19110

9 years ago

Oh my, Where should I even start! The experience here is amazing! The logo outside is made of an old tree. Very unique. When you enter the restaurant u can feel the contemporary decor. You will see the kitchen right In front of you. The whole place is cozy but not super noisy or crowded. We start off with their happy hour menu. Sweet beets chips are amazing. It's thin and crispy. Then came the new item which was even on the menu yet: water melon salad. The watermelon cube was soaked in water Melon juicy for a while so it's super juicy and refreshing. Almost all their sauce and dips are made in house. Taste totally different than the other restaurants. The soft shell crab was wheeler crab so it has lots meat in there but other it's deep fried so it's crispy. Their fried rice with Chinese sausage probably the most memorable dish for me on the menu. Difference is instead of regular rice it's rice crisp. They go thru a process first then mixed with other ingredient. Fried alligator was soft and juicy. It's new American Restaraunt, so the food is fusionend with Ukrainian and French. The corn dish was definitely something you never had before. They try to make it soft as tamale. We had 3 deserts and all are amazing. But my favorite was the lemonade cake, take like lemonade pancake. Lol. Everything on the menu was displayed nicely and very creative. You can tell they put a lot of thoughts into it. It's a great Restaraunt to visit. Price might be bit high, but definitely worth it! read more

Desiree C.

10 years ago

This place has so many great things about it. I just had dinner here and enjoyed it so much. the place is tastefully designed and has a great atmosphere. Im glad we had made reservations because the place was pretty packed when we got there. The food is very interesting and the variety is amazing. They change there menu at least once a week. They had everything from delicious appetizers which were also great for my vegetarian friend that joined us, (I was afraid she would leave there hungry) The desrt was my favorit, we ordered the chocalate cake which had a sticky texture to it and it came with a side of ginger ice cream to die for. The service was outstanding, our waiter was friendly and super patient, He gave us some more options because we also could not eat any shell fish. Prices are decent and we also ordered a bottle of wine. Great hangout for any occasion read more

Peter V.

5 years ago

The good service was their only saving grace. We came with a party of 8. We ordered a few appetizers and they were ok. I ordered the red snapper and my friend ordered the hanger steak. I must have gotten the tail end of the red snapper because I was told it would be 4oz-6oz but when the red snapper came out the portion couldn't have been bigger then 3oz at most (3 small bites) and over cooked. Maybe they meant 4oz-6oz total for the whole entree. The hanger steak was 3 medallion and hard to cut into. With both dishes being $30 each we all felt that the food quality went way down hill and the portions were way to small for the price. This use to be my favorite place to have get togethers, bring friends and clients who are in town. I will be choosing a different local restaurant now. read more

Jennifer C.

9 years ago

My husband (also a chef) and I frequent this delicious and sultry restaurant as often as we can. It's in our neighborhood and Chef Ryan and his sous Chef EJ never disappoint. Neither does the GM Chris, who is also the absolute best at recommending wine, never based on price, always based on your preference/tastes. We couldn't wait to get in for dinner when they were building the restaurant and now they probably want to kick us out since we are there so often, but it's that good. Don't forget to try the caviar service, a total surprise and crazy impressive if you go with a group of friends... so is the buffalo style cauliflower (gluten free friendly too)... love this place! read more

Katie G.

5 years ago

I recently had the worst experience I have ever had at a restaurant. Upon entering, I was greeted by a 2Pac song playing through the speakers. I was seated at the Chef's Table and I could not help but noticing that one of the "chefs," and I use this term loosely, was choosing to remove his mask quite frequently as he was cooking and interacting with other kitchen. Waitress was not only very rude, but incompetent as well. I paid $17 for a bowl of burnt rice. The waitress said it would be crunchy and "plenty" for two, but I soon discovered she referring to it being burnt and "plenty" for two toddlers. read more

Eleanor M.

9 years ago

Very limited menu, only 5 entrees and 9 starter. Is kind of pricey for the portion we get. Also the food come very fast, it seem like the food is precooked and just warm up. Culf fish karaage was great, the mushroom risottos is on the cold side when it came out, but was tasty. The restaurant only have one woman and unisex restroom, no man restroom. Men most likely have to wait longer. Overall, if you want a fine dinning, go somewhere else. read more

Janice B.

10 years ago

This place is very unique in it's own way as the decor stands out and the food is well presented in a luxury manner. I can here at aroun 7pm with a few friends and ordered a few drinks to get ourselves loosen up. The drinks are very tasty and they complement the food very well. read more

Bob J.

5 years ago

Food is overpriced and tasteless, staff is inattentive and rude, and ambience is non-existent. Go for the "experience" they say. If you like to experience of paying $150 for two to dine and still be hungry, this is an experience you won't ever forget. read more

Ellie D.

9 years ago

Food is okay because almost all of the vegetables have something that make them taste sweet. The looks are better than the food. The eating style is different here and if you are looking to something similar I recommend going to Underbelly. read more

Carmen C.

9 years ago

Amazing food, fresh locally sourced as much as possible. Eclectic menu decent wine list friendly professional staff.

Joe R.

9 years ago

A remarkable take on some classic Canadian dishes. Yum!

Melody G.

9 years ago

The food was very delicious and yummy i love it :*

Riel - newamerican - Updated October 2026

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Great spot for date night or girls night! Came here with a friend and we thoroughly enjoyed…read moreourselves. There aren't as many menu options as I would have liked, but the options that are there a tasty! I ordered the hummus & the Jolly Farms Chicken. Hummus: very creamy/smooth. Nice flavor. A little saltier than I'm used to, but it's good! The roasted chickpeas are a nice touch. Jolly Farms Chicken: tasty dish!!!! I have no idea how they actually make this but the crispy chicken skin is sooooooo good & the rice is a MUST have. The staff were okay! The manager was really nice though, he came over to check on us multiple times in such a casual way. Would definitely come back here.

Had reservations for 4 at 8:45 on a Wednesday. We were seated immediately in the cocktail area…read more It was pretty quiet and were told belly dancing is only on weekends at 10 pm. We mainly came for cocktails, next time I'll feast! We ordered: Assortment of breads: all the breads and spreads were delicious Bluefin tuna tartar: melt in your mouth! Flavors had a hint of tikka masala Shahs of sunset: fruity and flavorful Ahlan: light and smooth Rose petal martini: MY FAVORITE! The waiter spritz the glass with rose scented oils Waters of Petra: super strong licorice flavor from othe cardamom, least favorite

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An eatery that serves Uzbek cuisine that's cooked over an open fire…read more We ordered the crispy garlic chicken tabaka and the beefy hand pies (somsa). Overall, the food was pretty unremarkable. The portion size of the chicken was on the smaller side and both items were slightly dry and overcooked. The garlic sauce had only a faint hint of garlic, which was disappointing. The one positive was that the bun was fresh and soft. Service was also a bit slow (no prior customers/take out orders to us) and the worst part was that the person who took our order came across as curt and disinterested. They have a few tables directly in front of the storefront, which were tidy and clean. They also have a self serve fountain drink area which was somewhat sticky and messy with garbage and previously spilled drinks. Unfortunately, there wasn't much here that stood out to me and given the poor service that accompanied the lackluster food and price points, I would not recommend this place.

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Delicious 3 bread type starter with unique dips that were delicious, the server definitely made…read moresure to tell us what they were :) The 14oz ribeye was prepared perfectly, they place the salt and pepper to the side so you season to your hearts desire. The root puree was absolute perfection (I ordered a second helping) and wonderfully prepared with the buttered asparagus. The service was eloquent and very friendly, we happened to find this beautiful spot and still decided to go despite not dressing up [sadly t-shirt and pants and sneakers] (you'll want to be dress up at least semi formal), regardless we were treated like royalty from the very moment we arrived. Very quiet and ambient and low lit, definitely an upscale feel with welcoming layout and staff. Very attentive staff who made sure each moment was taken care of and it was lovely to be treated with so much hospitality. The gentleman at the front wished us a great stay for the rest of the time we're in Houston. Definitely will return. Pricing is higher than the average steakhouse but we split our large steak and the portions and quality were definitely worth the price point. Please make it a point to come here a gem in Houston

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(103 reviews)

Ambiance is great for intimate small date night experience. Service was nice. The waitress is very…read morefriendly, sometimes too social which slows her down. The food is ok. Was good. The menu had no prices. Everything must be "market price" because our meals were over $60 each. At that price the food should have been fantastic, high quality, & plentiful. We had an appetizer, 2 entrees, water, no dessert. Which added to just a few $ under $200. Plus tip. I'm glad we tried it but if I want delicious seafood I'll go to my favorite place on Richmond Ave.

The restaurant is VERY SMALL!!! The owner waits all the tables herself and so service is VERY…read moreSLOW!!! This is not a place for a large group. The food was just ok... the Gumbo is supposed to be their best but I thought it was just ok and a bit watery. This is an OLD SCHOOL restaurant. The food is good and service is good.

Brasserie 19

3.6

(808 reviews)

3.5 ~ Service was great, the experience of eating here was memorable, amongst live piano music,…read morenicely dressed patrons and retro interior definitely adds to an overall positive impression. For such a big restaurant it's nice to see that the details were not lost. Great for groups or smaller parties alike. The oysters were probably my favorite, followed by the trout which was perfection. Some dishes not too memorable. This meal lost a bit of impact for me because two of our dishes tasted a bit stale, moulles and the pate. Otherwise, a nice bustling place to dine and enjoy the ambiance.

I am quite pleased with this place! It's a good French restaurant. You can find free parking in the…read moregarage behind the restaurant if you don't want to do $10 valet. The service is amazing here - servers told us all the recommendations and can describe how they cook each dish. The place is nicely decorated - good for special occasions like birthdays and corporate team dinners. You first get complementary bread and butter - they're so good especially the salted butter. We got the streak tartare, burgundy escargots, buncatini & claims, and duck two ways. They're all so good and highly recommend!!

Exilio Latin Flair

4.1

(18 reviews)

Everything is outstanding The rainbow ceviche is the best u…read moreever tasted All around good Margaritas are amazing

Ambiance= nothing stands out as memorable. It seemed like a good place to have a conversation if…read moreyou're on a date or a late dinner. Food looks appetizing, but the flavor is not there. I also went to a restaurant month, which is a great cause. Was the meal worth the tab of 90 bucks a person by far no. I ordered the sirloin which was paperthin. There was no point in me, asking for it to be medium rare when it was cooked fully. The beans were very strong in cumin to where they felt grainy. The dessert was hot considering it was cheesecake and not very flavorful. I ordered a lychee martini. It had no lychee garnish that automatically for me is a no-no. My sister-in-law ordered the fish that looked again flavorful but once you tasted it, it was all just color. It need salt. Would I go here again, no. Is the food amazing? no. The service was decent that's about the only good thing.

Flor y Miel

4.8

(16 reviews)

It was a great new find! The food was delicious and great ambiance. We had the mofongo with shrimp…read moreand Chofan dish.

Highly Recommend!…read more Puerto Rican Fiancé approved!! Great service and the restaurant was very nice and organized with good ambiance. Service was excellent. Staff were very nice and helpful. Food was excellent. Everything we had was fresh

Pasha

4.2

(435 reviews)