Magnifico bar de vino. We found this amazing Italian wine…read morebar in Memorial a few nights ago and thanks to Aaron the Sommelier . Tonight was a special Portuguese wine flight tastings with a light vino, a medium bodied wine and a port dessert vino. We choose to sit outside in their comfy chairs outside with a cool breeze . Servizio was excellent with owner Ricardo coming outside to check on us and give us his history of the cafe . He even gave us generous sampling of a Lambrusco after our discussion. Would highly recommend a look if you want a casual but upscale wine bar off Memorial that offers a light menu of food and equally good service.

Great experience for a Portuguese wine tasting a few weeks back…read more Service was especially memorable with a visit outside where we were sitting by the owner. Although we came just for the tasting , would return for dinner or dessert. There is outside seating and on a breezy night it was perfect for us.

You're telling me there's a local winery in Houston near I-10 with actual grapes growing? Such a…read morecool find. The space is pretty and welcoming with friendly staff, open walls, and big windows. I sat on the patio with some girlfriends with memberships who invited me out for the day. It overlooks a few rows of vines along with herbs and vegetables, which makes it feel peacefully designed. The cheese board was fantastic with a generous spread and variety. The wines were lovely too with bottles from different regions. If you're in Houston I recommend checking out Nice Winery and considering a membership. My friends all do the monthly one red and one white option, pick up at the winery, and enjoy a glass together on the patio. It is a great spot for a relaxed day!.

I attended a wine tasting with college sisters this week. Nice Winery is such a nice haven in the…read moremidst of a busy city. Upon arrival, we had time to peruse wines and chat in the rustic lobby. Then our educator Katie gathered us and led us to the Founders' Room, where we found wine, charcuterie and coziness awaiting. We sampled six wines, including two from their charity series and one from their virtue series. Katie walked us through how they became involved with charities, the meaning behind their virtue wines, and what Nice does to create and partner with other vineyard producing sustainable wines. We walked the property, seeing where grapes, herbs and other fruits are grown. This visit was a delight. As a non wine connoisseur, I thoroughly enjoyed myself and will likely visit again.

They have a wide variety of craft beer at reasonable prices. The staff are always welcoming and go…read moreout of their way to create a pleasant experience. Overall, it's a nice atmosphere to be in. I would recommend it.

We'd been saying for a while that we wanted to try different meads, and last night someone pointed…read moreus in the right direction. What a sweet recommendation! From the outside it has that charming little hole-in-the-wall look, but the moment you step inside, you're wrapped in a warm neighborhood vibe. It's comfy, cozy, and the perfect place to relax, catch up with friends, and sip something delicious. We sampled a few different meads, and Saint Michael quickly became a standout. One mead had a bright blackberry soda flavor, another featured smooth vanilla notes that reminded us of a creamy cream soda, and the last tasted like pure honeyed goodness, my personal favorite. The bartender was incredibly friendly and happy to guide us through the options, and the half pours made it easy (and fun!) to try more. If you're looking for a place to just come as you are and hang out with friends, this is it.

If you've ever wanted to live out your 007 fantasies without the international espionage, this is…read moreyour spot. From the moment you step through the doors, the atmosphere wraps around you like a tailored tuxedo. It is a fabulous retro escape that feels less like a restaurant and more like a high-stakes scene from Casino Royale. The Vibe The decor strikes that perfect balance of mid-century glamour and modern sophistication. It's moody, elegant, and impossibly cool. Whether you're tucked into a plush booth or perched at the bar, the "James Bond" energy is palpable. The Menu * Cocktails: These are the stars of the show. They aren't just drinks; they are gorgeous works of art. Precisely balanced and served in stunning glassware, each sip feels like a luxury. * Food: The menu offers delectable southern options that go far beyond standard "bar food." Everything we ordered was seasoned to perfection and presented beautifully. The Service This is what truly sets the place apart. The staff is professional and on point every single time. They are attentive without being intrusive. Bottom Line: Whether it's for a high-end date night or a sophisticated nightcap, this is an incredible experience from start to finish. Don't miss out.

Bludorn set the bar very high for Houston dining, Michelin recognition, flawless execution, warm…read morehospitality, and food that earns every dollar. Bar Bludorn, unfortunately, is not there yet... and that contrast is impossible to ignore. Let's start with the good: the food is delicious. An honest 8/10. You can absolutely get a fantastic filet mignon here, arguably one of the best in the city. The kitchen knows what it's doing, no question. Now the problem: the service. For a restaurant charging Bludorn-level prices, the hospitality was shockingly absent. Our server seemed completely disengaged, as if we were an inconvenience rather than guests. There was no warmth, no attention, no sense that anyone cared whether we were enjoying ourselves, or even planned to come back. It felt transactional at best, indifferent at worst. Bar Bludorn positions itself as a polished, elevated dining experience, but the service told a very different story. When the hospitality misses this hard, it overshadows even good food. And in Houston, where you can get incredible steaks, thoughtful service, and better value all over the city, there's simply no reason to settle. Bludorn remains exceptional. Bar Bludorn, at least for now, feels like a concept still finding its footing while charging full price for the destination it wants to be. Until the service catches up to the ambition, we won't be returning.

Slowpokes has been a wonderful addition to this little shopping center…read more Their coffee is always so good, their sandwiches are peak- I loved the Brie/fig/ and arugula pretzel sandwich. The churro donuts are so yummy. Don't sleep on slowpokes!

There's something special about having a place like this just a short walk from home. No matter the…read moretime--morning sunrises, afternoon resets, or quiet evenings before bed--it's my go-to spot to slow down and enjoy a perfect cup of coffee. The atmosphere is always on point: chill music, a welcoming vibe, and genuinely cool baristas who make every visit better. Easily one of my favorite places--beautiful energy, beautiful location. Es un lugar especial a solo unos pasos de mi casa. Ya sea en la mañana, tarde o noche, siempre es perfecto para tomar un café, disfrutar el ambiente tranquilo y la buena música. Sin duda, uno de mis lugares favoritos.

My girlfriend and I had a lovely experience coming in for dinner on Friday around 7:30pm. The…read morewaiter informed us there will be live music in the evening and gave us the option to sit near the performance area. We ordered a few items to share and enjoyed a few glasses of wine while catching up. Our waiter recommended the Albert Bicho Pinot Noir and it was really good. We shared the signature board, crispy calamari, and crab cake. We weren't a fan of the green olives but loved everything else. The calamari was a bit over fried but we loved the remoulade sauce it was served with. I enjoyed the crab cake there was plenty of crab meat. As the night went on the place began to fill and the ladies who came in for the live performance liven up the warm space and really set the vibes as did a version of Sade. This is a cute spot for date night or just catching up in the Memorial City center area.

Cute little place right next to the hotel. We came for drinks after dinner and they have a great…read morehappy hour that seemed to be all day. The bartender said it might not be like that forever but we took advantage of it! They have some food items and the cutcurerie board looked yummy! There was live music and the restrooms were very clean. We will definitely be back when in the area! It's right next to the Escape Game also so perfect place to hang out before or after a game!

Eat, Drink, HTX…read more Made a reservation for a Sunday night dinner for three. The restaurant is so cute and cozy with tables and booths. Lots of TVs to watch the Olympic Games while you wait for dinner. I liked watching the open pizza oven. They make a lot of pizzas here. The Eat, Drink, HTX menus are a great way to try new restaurants while giving back to the Houston Food Bank. A starter, an entree and a dessert. $25 for dinner. So many choices on this menu. A great deal while helping out those in need. "Started" with the Turkey Samosas. Four crispy pastries that are filled with seasoned ground turkey, potatoes and parsley served with cucumber yogurt. Delicious! The Ember & Greens Soup that my family had was hot, hot, hot and so tasty. The fresh soup was filled with a blend of spinach, parsley, and cilantro with chickpeas, caramelized onions, pinto beans and quinoa. My FIL polished off his bowl! For dinner, we all had the Blackened Salmon. The salmon with lemon butter and avocado salsa served on roasted carrots, broccoli and potatoes and a bed of quinoa. It was a full plate, which we all took home for dinner the next day. Note: it is quite buttery. My FIL had his butter and avocado salsa on the side which worked for him. I loved mine as is. Even though we were pretty full, we still enjoyed dessert. The tiramisu was so indulgent. Loved the layered mascarpone custard, whipped cream, coffee liqueur and coffee-soaked ladyfingers. My FLI had the Chia Seed Pudding with fresh berries. What a great meal. We had a slight hiccup where the appetizers came slightly after the main meal was served, but they were so honest about what happened that I still have to give them five stars for their food and their service. Would try them again for their generous, delicious meals. Lots of parking. Water glasses were frequently filled both with and without meals. Thank you for a really nice Sunday night dinner with family.

Ember & Greens is a nice little restaurant with in door and outside seating. The setup inside…read morewasn't what I was expecting, but it wasn't bad. It was a beautiful day, so it would have been the perfect day to eat outside if you like that. I'm an eat indoors kind of person, but if you like to eat outside, they do have a few tables for that. I was meeting a friend for lunch and she suggested Ember & Green. We really couldn't decide what to order, so we decided to order a few things and share them. We started off with the Persian Cucumber Sald. It had Persian cucumbers, heirloom cherry tomatoes, red onions, and Kalamata olives with oil and lemon dressing and topped with parsley and feta cheese. Let me tell you, thats lemon dressing was delicious! It went so well with the cucumbers. Next we ordered Blackened salmon with lemon butter and avocado salsa, served with charred broccolini, roasted carrots and potatoes on a bed of cilantro green pea quinoa. I'm really not a huge fan of salmon, but I'm trying to like it more by trying it different ways. The spices that they put on the salmon were really good, not too spicy, but also, not bland. It was also cooked perfectly. Oh, and that lemon butter... that lemon butter made the meal if you ask me. It was so good. So good in fact, I had to try and make salmon with lemon butter at him the very next week. Mine didn't come out as good as Ember & Greens, but it was decent. That just means that I need to leave the cooking to the professional. For dessert we decided to share the Skillet Cookie. Its a house made chocolate chip cookie baked in a cast iron skillet and topped with Amy's Mexican Vanilla Ice Cream and chocolate sauce. This was the only thing that we ordered that was a nope. I dont know what happened, but it didn't seem like it was cooked at all in the middle. We took a few bites, that was all we could eat of it. All and all, it was a good experience and I will go back. I'll just skip dessert next time.

Pastaio Wine Bar is an absolute gem. The pasta is fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of authentic…read moreflavor -- you can truly taste the care and quality in every dish. Everything feels thoughtfully prepared, comforting yet elevated. The wine selection is excellent and pairs beautifully with the food, whether you're enjoying a full dinner or just stopping in for a glass and small plates. The atmosphere is warm, stylish, and inviting, making it perfect for date night or a relaxed evening with friends.

$18 for bruschetta or the $25 special where you get the board with a bottle of wine. The special is…read morea no brainer! Come on Monday or Tuesday night after 8pm. Be careful though, it's only the bruschetta not the other boards. For us it was fine. For another couple at our table they felt they got screwed over. The place has a nice vibe. The bruschetta board itself was nice. I enjoyed it. But not worth $17 normally to me.

Elite neighborhood gathering place... and worth the trip if not nearby! Their pizza dough is the…read morebest in town and the ambiance and service are great, too. Two adults only visits with friends so far, but we'll be bringing the kids next time to enjoy the family friendly green space out front. Focaccia & burrata, wild mushroom pizza, and not-hawaiian pizza are must-orders, but we haven't yet found anything on the menu we don't like.

The ambiance was great with plenty of indoor or outdoor seating. Our waiter was quick to address…read moreour needs, respectful, professional, and certainly knew the menu. We got the local lettuce salad to start. It was vibrantly acidic with a good balance of textures from the nuts and cheese. My wife and I split the sausage alla vodka pizza. The fermented dough is a winner. Deep and complex flavors without tasting like sourdough. The Italian sausage and ricotta paired nicely with the peppers. I would say it packed a mild to moderate amount of quick heat. We finished the meal with the horchata tiramisu,m which was light, airy, without being overly indulgent. Definitely looking forward to returning and trying the other pizza flavors! The total ended up being a little pricey for a small pizza but the flavors and quality were worth it.

The food was really good . The ravioli were my favorite but the truffle fries were amazing as well…read more. Service was very professional. The lady was very knowledgeable and helpful. Ambiance is very dim outside and very nice and elegant. It's giving high end so dress causal or to impress but not too much going on lol they could be a little more welcoming to poc . ( seemed shocked to see us ) but all good . I would love to come back .

stella's has an excellent wine selection and extremely knowledgeable staff…read more we sat in the sun room on a rainy day, and it was a little leaky... but we took the chance since it was freezing cold inside of the wine bar. the fried raviolis were so good, we got two rounds! we did three flights: bubblicious, one i forgot, and the wanna be a somm all of the wines were great and i would definitely recommend trying it out if you are in the area. it's located in the post oak area. bonne santé