William Price Distilling was the perfect venue for our wedding reception! The Barrel Room is…read morebeautiful, unique, and full of character, and the staff was wonderful to work with from start to finish. They were accommodating, responsive, and helped make the planning process stress-free. We loved being able to personalize the space and create a celebration that truly felt like us. Our guests raved about the venue, and the entire evening exceeded our expectations. We are incredibly grateful for the role William Price Distilling played in such a special day and would highly recommend them for weddings, receptions, and other events.

Specializing in Rye Whiskey, so if that's not your thing grab beer next store. I tried a flight…read moreonly so can't speak to the cocktails. There were some regulars there so it must be a good place for cocktails. The Rye flight was just ok. All of them were over 101 proof. None of them were all that different from each other. I wouldn't write them off after just one visit though. Seems to still be a pretty young distillery. The Ryes seem like they would make good cocktail spirits more than sipping ones.

I love a good, open venue space. So much beauty in one place, it's not a secret why so many book…read moretheir special events here. Beautiful views of the city from all directions, a trusted & large vendor list for you to choose whatever you need, the chandeliers, the drama. There were a few gimmicks I noticed that wouldn't deter me from coming again, but definitely are notable. One elevator for over 400 guests, come on. Difficult directions on where to park/how to access the building, unacceptable.

Wow, just wow. One of the most beautiful venues I have ever seen with hands down the best staff. I…read moreattended the most beautiful event here a few days ago and I have to say, this venue was an absolute show stopper. The attention to detail. The beautiful bar. The ambiance. The chandeliers. The view out of the windows. I have never experienced such luxury! I'm sure it costs a pretty penny, but there is certainly a reason why. This is a well known venue because of the gorgeous atmosphere and the luxury feel from the moment you step out of your vehicle. You are made to feel like YOU are the main character!

It's like going to Chapman, but without the Sundays...iykyk…read more We had a great time here for HH here. The mood is super intimate and quiet, but they play good music. Great for like a first date for cocktails and light bites! The bartender was super cool and spunky too. He even made us our own signature cocktails.

Restaurant Weeks is one of my favorite times of the year. It's the perfect opportunity to try…read morerestaurants you've always wanted to visit or ones you may have never considered at an affordable set menu price. It also helps support local restaurants during slower seasons while raising money for local charities, which is something I always enjoy supporting. Unfortunately, our first Restaurant Weeks experience at Private Client was underwhelming. We ordered from both the Restaurant Weeks menu and the happy hour menu. For our first course appetizers we had the Bang Bang Shrimp and the Ceviche Acapulco. The Bang Bang Shrimp were very hot, fresh, crispy and delicious. It wasn't mayonnaise forward like I would've liked but the portion size was more generous than expected. The Ceviche Acapulco missed the mark. The bowl was filled with juice, which took away from the dish. For our main course, we ordered the 14 oz ribeye with mashed potatoes and broccolini that we asked to be cooked medium well. Unfortunately, it came out fully cooked, hard to cut, and under seasoned. We also ordered the lamb chops with couscous and broccolini, also cooked medium well. Those were the best out of the main courses we ordered. They were tender, flavorful, perfectly cooked, and well seasoned. The sides were just average. For dessert we tried the molten chocolate lava cake that was heavily drowned in raspberry sauce. And a scope of vanilla bean ice cream both were decent, but nothing to rave about. From the happy hour menu we ordered the Golden Hour and As You Wish cocktails, along with a Brut and a Rosé. We really enjoyed the As You Wish cocktail and the Rosé. We also ordered the sliders, which were easily one of the BEST things we ate, second to the lamb chops. The restaurant itself is beautiful. The interior is warm, modern chic with rustic touches, and the space feels open and inviting. The service was good, but not good enough to justify what happened at the end of the meal. Every menu clearly states that a 20% gratuity is automatically added only for parties of six or more. Our party consisted of just two people, yet a 20% gratuity was still added to our bill without being mentioned. We NEVER mind tipping for good service, and we had already left a generous tip more than what was promoted as a suggestion before realizing the gratuity had already been included. Being charged an automatic gratuity that contradicts the restaurant's own stated policy on every menu and without informing guests is unacceptable. If you decide to dine here, be sure to carefully review your bill before paying, no matter how quickly the card reader is handed to you.

This is a nice spot in the Montrose collective! Wine selection is excellent, I really enjoyed the…read moreSavignon Blanc that I had. Beet labneh was tasty! Sandwiches took awhile to come out because there was a kitchen issue (something about the gas not working so they were dealing with slower electronic equipment) but they warned us about it. Only one guy working the room but he was hustling! The sandwiches were tasty but kind of tiny, you would definitely need more if you wanted a full meal.

Wow I'm really impressed…read more Cute spot, nice location. Able to snag some outdoor seating and people watch. Delightful wine menu. Wines I have never heard about, so I was able to venture out... not the typical "Duckhorn" which seems to be everywhere lol. The interior is finely decorated. Much character throughout the entire restaurant including the restrooms. I love when there is some much thought put into a lavatory. It's picture perfect - selfie perfect. Had a small menu, but what I tried for happy hour was very appetizing. I stuck with the hummus, I'm not a meat eater and couldn't do the dairy in the Beet Labneh. The hummus was AHMAZING. I could have licked my plate. Where am I? Heaven. Staff is super nice and attentive. Owner or Manager (?) came out several times for small talk. Anyways. I will be back. With friends. Before I wrote this reviews I checked in with friends and let them know how my adventure went. We are securing dates and times. Do yourself a favor and just visit!

Mr. Nice is a great intimate cocktail bar. I love the atmosphere with the dim lighting and upscale…read morecosmopolitan vibe. Since it is a smaller space, seating can be limited, but I visited on a weeknight, and was able to get a couch right away even with it being fairly busy. The service is great. It was quick to get a drink and everyone working was friendly and attentive, checking up on us. The espresso martini was wonderful - and I'm pretty picky about those. They had a DJ that kept the energy going! They have a valet parking lot and some street parking available (though hard to find).

Parking is a pain...and it doesn't get much better. There is a pricey valet lot, or you are at the…read moremercy of street parking or walking. The ambiance is chill, but dead. I went on a Saturday night for a friend's birthday, and it was nearly empty. We were given the impression there is a dress code when the venue was picked about a month ago, but they took that page off their site two weeks later. In fact, the who site looks different. We can only assume ownership changed, because it seems like they are trying to be a business casual sports lounge now. The drink I ordered is listed as a virgin drink, so I asked the bartender to add either vodka or gin. It wasn't bad, but the prices make it not worth it.

Made a visit with a friend for Houston Restaurant Week (HRW) $20 lunch…read more Entered a fairly quiet dining room with 3 other tables, and was greeted immediately by a friendly waiter. I opted for the charcuterie board and the salmon. Presentation was a beautiful work of art for both plates. Charcuterie board had a decent variation of meats and also had a sort of super rich salmon pate (initially I thought it was cheese). As far as the entree goes, I felt as if I had a plate of salmon alongside a bunch of random decorative vegetables. Presentation was very nice, portion was fairly large, just more so random to me. Taste was ok. We didn't opt for the $5 supplemental dessert, however we were given 3 delightful complimentary coconut and banana white chocolate truffles upon receiving the check. I'm thankful for opportunities like HRW to give me a chance to try places that I normally wouldn't go to. Not sure if I'd return though.

Le Bistro is a French restaurant located inside the Culinary Institute Le Notre. What initially…read morestarted off as a bad experience made a dramatic reversal. I tried to stop by on a Friday evening for dinner. Le Bistro is located on the north side of town, is not in the best area, so it was a bit of a drive. Once we arrived, we were asked if we had a reservation. We did not. They were unwilling to accommodate us as they require reservations. We had to leave and dine elsewhere. For the inconvenience, we were offered a free glass of wine on our next visit. Le Bistro is a small restaurant so I get it. But, when we visited the next week, the restaurant wasn't full. That's not to say it wasn't when we tried. Either we were unlucky or they use an antiquated system without the flexibility that diners expect in this day and age. Rant over. Fast forward to the following Friday and we stopped by for Houston Restaurants Week. They start you off with some warm bread, fresh out of the oven, with butter. A lot of it too. We demolished all of it. For my appetizer, I had the scallops which are served with risotto. Scallops are easy to mess up but they cooked them just right. Soft in the middle with a nice crispy sear on top. The risotto complimented the scallops nicely. For my entree, I had the waygu strip which is served with potato sticks (the fancy kind) and green beans. For all the steak eaters out there, you know that waygu is an expensive cut of meat. I was expecting a small portion as a result. It was not. 10 ounces which was a lot more than I expected. This dish alone is probably worth more than the $45 you pay for three dishes during HRW. This was my first time having waygu and it was as advertised. A little fatty on the outside but flavorful, chewy, and buttery when you take off the fatty ends. An excellent cut of steak that everyone should try at least once! The sides were also good. For my dessert, they were out of two out of three of the desserts listed but offered us some alternatives. I went with an apricot flan which was alright. Throughout the meal, we had a bottle of red wine which was also great. Eating at a culinary institute is an experience in itself. You're going to receive excellent service. The waiters and waitresses are students so they have an incentive to provide great service. Not only are they getting a tip but they're being graded. At the end of the meal, they give you a card to rate your experience and sign up for any culinary classes that you're interested in. Not only do they have several classes available, but you can also get a diploma as well as an associates or bachelors if you're trying to become a master chef. The chefs are from France so you're learning from the best. The presentation of the food should also be noted. The food looks like art. Which is what you would expect at a fancy French restaurant. We had a 5-star experience. The service was friendly and efficient. Just make sure to make a reservation.

It is a very nice venue! We were there for the Regis Gala. The staff was excellent, always…read moreattentive to our needs. We were at table 36. The salmon sauce was to die for- I need the recipe! It was a very special night at this venue, Thank you!

A handsome event space for those nights you are going big rather than going home to where the bags…read moreof Doritos and the xbox live. I was an invited guest at an impossibly posh private event here and I was very impressed with the space inside with multiple rooms of upscale decor touches as well as the polite valets that were handling a large crowd efficiently and pleasantly out of doors. I don't know anything about this part of town. The trip down here had mild "first few moments of an episode of Criminal Minds" vibes as the uber driver was taking deserted, dark back alleys through heavily industrial and/or abandoned industrial areas. I was not sure if I was going to find myself carved into pieces and safely stowed in his freezer in what I imagined what would not be a very nice apartment at all or what. But then the abandoned warehouse rows finally parted and then you could see the super upscale looking joint kind of sticking out off in the distance with the bright glam lights and the valet boys hustling about the lot. I don't like large crowds, but if I had to be a part of a large crowd again I would do so in the handsome event space within. It is part industrial Brooklyn nightclub vibes with the wide open spaces and reverberatory noise, but part family bat mitzvah vibes that you could bring everyone and really make it family style for the whole evening. Perfect space for wearing that fancy hat in your life out of the house where you mingle with fancy people where you don't know half of them half as well as you should like; and like less than half of them half as well as they deserve.

I made a reservation for 12:00 PM, and from the moment we arrived, I was impressed. The restaurant…read moreis in a beautiful, tall building with a gorgeous interior. Everything feels elegant and upscale, and the elevators are really nice too. Finding the restaurant was easy--we parked in the garage and walked over without any trouble. Also, don't worry about paying for parking because the restaurant gives you a QR code for complimentary parking. Once we were seated, the service was a little slow. There was only one waiter, and although it wasn't very busy (only about 2-4 other tables while we were there on a Friday), our drinks weren't refilled and no one checked in on us very often. It honestly didn't bother me much, but it's something to be aware of. We started with the homemade sourdough and butter, and it was delicious. The bread was fresh, and the butter had a slight sweetness that paired perfectly with it. I ordered the burger, and it was honestly one of the best burgers I've ever had. I asked for it medium rare, and it was cooked perfectly. The bun is made locally by a fresh bakery, and you can really taste the quality. Everything tasted fresh, the bun was perfectly toasted, the burger was incredibly juicy, and the cheese was amazing. The French fries were also fantastic! My mom and sister ordered the fish and chips, which was the day's special. They said the fish was light, delicate, and absolutely delicious with a crispy beer batter. For dessert, my sister and cousin shared the pistachio mousse cake. They both loved it and said it melted in your mouth, although they mentioned the portion was on the smaller side. The views are absolutely stunning and are worth visiting for on their own. We came here to celebrate my mom's birthday, and it made the occasion feel extra special. The bathrooms were very clean, and there's also a nice outdoor area where you can take pictures and enjoy the incredible views of Houston. Overall, we had a wonderful experience. Between the amazing food, beautiful atmosphere, and breathtaking views, I'd definitely recommend Strato 550!

You'll need to navigate to the building elevators to get to Strato, but this spot does reward you…read morewith an interesting view of the rest of downtown. There's something mesmerizing about being high up and looking at tall buildings. The view is doing all the heavy lifting for this space however. From carpeted floors, to chrome finishes, and a lack of ambient music or sound on my visit, the atmosphere was very lackluster. It gave the unsettling feeling of being in an empty office where the loudest noise is the air conditioning. Service was handled well by the sole employee we saw, aside from the cook when he waddled to the bathroom. As mentioned, she took care of hostess and waitress duties for the 5-7 tables sat during lunch hour and that's respectable for me. There needs to be at least 2 people staffed, cmon now. The food is just about a average or a notch above. Hummus appetizer was pleasantly spicy and had a crudite sprinkled on the use that played well to dip with. My Caesar wasn't the worst Caesar I've had, which was nice, and I thought the lamb chops were cooked to a delightful medium. The preparation and delivery of everything is what you'd hope to get at a business lunch $36-$46/ plate at a minimum. Can't say I had much to complain about, but I can't imagine coming back on my own dime.