Aquarium Restaurant
• 410 Bagby St., Houston, Texas 77002
(713) 223-FISH
• #11 Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah, Texas 77565
(281) 334-9010
An underwater dining adventure, Aquarium Restaurants offer delicious seafood specialties in a unique setting — guests are seated around elaborate aquariums filled with more than 100 species of colorful fish and marine life. The mouthwatering menu includes items such as Crab & Shrimp Wontons, Sixteen Spice Tuna, Rib-Eye Steak, and Thai Pepper Shrimp. After a leisurely meal, enjoy aquarium exhibits and the interactive touch tank Stingray Reef. It’s fun for the whole family!
Arcodoro Ristorante Italiano
Post Oak Centre
5000 Westheimer Rd., Houston, Texas 77056
(713) 621-6888
Chef Efisio Farris brings the rich culinary legacy of Sardinia to this charming restaurant, located in the heart of the Galleria. Here you’ll find hundreds of happy diners, many who’ve traveled from all over the world. The cuisine draws on specialties of Italy, while including touches of Spain, North Africa, and the Americas. Arcodoro’s veal medallions sautéed with a reduction of Vermentino di Gallura, one of the island’s finest white wines, and scallops honors the land, the sea, and the vine. And the Costata d’Oro, an aged rib eye marinated in Sardinian wine, garlic, rosemary, and balsamic vinegar, is not only a runaway favorite, but was also recently praised as “Best Steak” by the Houston Press.
Babin’s Seafood House
• Babin's Katy: 21851 Katy Freeway, Katy, Texas 77450
(281) 829-9200
• Babin's Kemah: #13 Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah, Texas 77565
(281) 334-0192
• Babin's Willowbrook: 17485 Tomball Parkway, Houston, Texas 77064
(281) 477-9300
• Babin's Woodlands: 19529 IH 45, Shenandoah, Texas 77385
(281) 296-8829
If New Orleans-style seafood is what you crave, head to Babin’s Seafood House. From the moment you walk in the door you will feel the ambiance that prevails in “the Big Easy” from the décor to the Dixieland jazz to delightful aromas that waft through the establishment. Babin’s offers the largest and most unique variety of Gulf Coast seafood in the area with fresh catch specialties offered daily. Patron favorites include Atchafalaya Blackened Catfish, Shrimp Lafayette, gumbo, and Zydeco Pasta, and the ethereal bread pudding.
Bistro Lancaster
701 Texas Ave. at Louisiana, Houston, Texas 77002
(713) 228-9500
Executive Chef Jamie Zelko presents a new seasonal menu that continues the bistro’s commitment to local, fresh ingredients of the highest quality. From refreshing summer soups to sizzling steaks and savory seafood, come in for a taste of delectable New American cuisine. Classic Bistro Lancaster favorites (like the Pan Seared Crab Cake) remain, with new entrées such as Braised Lamb Shank and Wild Mushroom Risotto. Local favorite Bistro Lancaster is ideal for a power breakfast, business lunch, or social evening.
Brenner’s on the Bayou
1 Birdsall Drive, Houston, Texas 77007
(713) 868-4444
Situated in a picturesque retreat on Houston’s Buffalo Bayou, the rustic, yet elegant restaurant is surrounded by lush landscaping, a waterfall, gazebo, and beautiful springtime azaleas. Inside, the dramatic two-story dining room offers breathtaking views from every table. Brenner’s classic dishes, such as prime steaks and succulent seafood, Crunchy German Potatoes, Homemade Roquefort Salad Dressing and an incomparable Apple Strudel are served daily with the personalized service and warm atmosphere for which Brenner’s is known. And, don’t forget about Sunday Brunch!
The Chart House
Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah, Texas 77565
(281) 334-3360
The Kemah Boardwalk Chart House offers a spectacular menu featuring an expansive selection of high-quality fresh fish, seafood, prime rib, and steaks. The menu includes Chart House specialties such as the crab, avocado and mango stack, macadamia crusted mahi, slow roasted prime rib, and the decadent hot chocolate lava cake. The Chart House experience is about the food and the atmosphere. From fresh seafood to exceptional steaks, The Chart House will offer a unique dining experience with a sensational menu and spectacular waterfront dining.
Cova Hand Selected Wines
• 5600 Kirby Dr., Houston, Texas 77005
(713) 838-0700
• 5555 Washington Ave., Houston, Texas 77007
(713) 868-3366
Enjoy perfectly paired wine and tapas at Cova’s two locations. Our West University location features a cozy and elegant reserve room, and our Memorial Park location features a fantastic spacious patio perfect for alfresco dining. Choose bottles, glasses, small tastes, and flights from our outstanding global wine selection. Our inventive tapas take advantage of the best flavors of the season. Both restaurants are ideal places for your office parties, business meetings, wine dinners, wine tastings, and brunches.
Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House
5061 Westheimer Rd. Suite 500, Houston, Texas 77056
(713) 355-2600
Located within the new “Restaurant Row” of The Galleria you’ll find the hot “See & Be Seen” Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House where the elite come to eat. Every detail has been attended to from the double grand staircase to six elegantly appointed private dining rooms. The views from the restaurant are surpassed only by the superior service and spectacular steaks. With every steak cut to order and prepared to perfection, paired with one of their 1600 wines, you’re sure to have a great time.
Danton’s Gulf Coast Seafood Kitchen
4611 Montrose Blvd., Houston, Texas 77006
(713) 807-8883
Owned and operated by lifelong friends Danton and Kyle Teas, the local eatery specializes in Gulf Coast seafood dishes. The walls are adorned with black and white photos of friends and family, some dating back to the 1920s. Antique maps of coastal areas and waterways and sketches of the Gulf Coast by artist Richard Fowles are also part of the décor. Everything is made daily from scratch. Try Crab Danton, a soulful blend of jumbo, lump, blue crab meat with Nix’s signature white garlic remolaude sauce.
Downing Street Ltd.
2549 Kirby Dr., Houston, Texas 77019
(713) 523-2291
A retreat as sophisticated as a private club, but with a warm friendliness that welcomes you on your first visit — and every visit thereafter. This casually elegant haven offers an extensive by-the-glass wine list, a superlative selection from the 90-plus single-malt Scotches, 24 different vodkas, and more than 40 bourbons. Select fine handmade cigars from the 400-square-foot walk-in humidor.
Grotto
• 4715 Westheimer Rd. (at Loop 610), Houston, Texas 77027
(713) 622-3663
• 9595 Six Pines (Market Square), The Woodlands, Texas 77380
(281) 419-4252
Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine in a warm, entertaining atmosphere that will transport you to the cozy setting of a trattoria in the Old Country. From the vivid antipasti display to a variety of spectacular entrées and made-from-scratch pastas, Grotto’s soulful Neapolitan-influenced menu is sure to please friends, clients, and business associates alike. With its winning combination of impeccable service, superb cuisine, and unsurpassed passion for detail, Grotto is the perfect dining destination.
Howl at the Moon
612 Hadley St., Houston, Texas 77002
(713) 658 9700
It’s a singing, clapping, stomping, dance on the piano rock-n-roll dueling piano show! It is part piano bar, part sing-along with two baby grand pianos all centered around audience participation. Located in Midtown near many major hotels and the convention center. Book your corporate parties of 10-400 people with full service catering packages, customized company songs and the most unique experience your group has ever had.
Guadalajara Hacienda
• 27885 I-45 N., The Woodlands, Texas 77380
(281) 362-0774
• 9799 Katy Fwy., Houston, Texas 77024
(713) 461-5300
• 2925 Southwest Fwy., Houston, Texas 77098
(713) 942-0772
Part of the reason for Guadalajara’s popularity is its atmosphere. Colored lights lend a festive air, ceiling fans give a rustic charm, and tropical plants create the feeling of a cool oasis. The same attention to detail is found in the kitchen, which creates the Tex-Mex standards Houstonians demand, but with a quality and an innovative touch that stand out among others. Special dishes including the Roasted Cream of Poblano Soup or the Piernitas, a dish of charbroiled quail legs stuffed and wrapped in bacon, build on the basics and surpass them.
India’s Restaurant
5704 Richmond Ave., Houston, Texas 77057
(713) 266-0131
India’s Restaurant offers an award-winning experience, where sophisticated, yet relaxed ambiance sets the scene for delicious Indian cuisine. Guests can enjoy cocktails form the bar and marvel a the menu, which includes dishes drenched in flavors that range from a mild, soothing yogurt-based sauce to zesty curry concoctions. There’s also a bountiful buffet offering hot and cold dishes, including tandooris and other tempting vegetarian and non-vegetarian regional specialties.
La Griglia
2002 W. Gray St., Houston, Texas 77019
(713) 526-4700
With a lively, festive atmosphere, La Griglia offers guests a delicious display of Italian dining. Colorful Italian murals and busy mosaics provide a playful ambiance, while fresh fish, creative pastas, chicken, beef, and fresh vegetables tempt guests with an array of fabulous choices. A great people-watching spot, La Griglia has a wonderful outdoor patio and a beautiful, well-appointed dining room. With inventive cuisine, attentive service, and a casual, energetic atmosphere, La Griglia is one of the most popular restaurants in Houston — a Houston favorite.
Landry’s Seafood House
• 22215 Katy Fwy., Katy, Texas 77450
(281) 392-0452
• 8816 Westheimer Rd., Houston, Texas 77063
(713) 975-7873
• #1 Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah, Texas 77565
(281) 334-2513
• 5310 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, Texas 77551
(409) 744-1010
• 1212 Lake Robbins Dr., The Woodlands, Texas 77380
(281) 362-9696
Classic seafood with fresh fare from the sea and spectacular scenery, Landry’s Seafood House echoes the sights and sounds of a 1940s seafood house. Its mouth-watering menu has the best of everything from irresistible appetizers such as Oyster Bar Trash, a combination of blackened shrimp and crabmeat, to fresh salads and its world-famous seafood specialties, such as freshly prepared Gulf snapper, stuffed flounder or Shrimp Fresca. For those who desire non-sea fare, Landry’s offers tempting steaks and chicken delicacies. Come taste why we’ve been pleasing guests for more than 60 years!
Magnolia Bar & Grill
6000 Richmond Rd., Houston, Texas 77057
(713) 781-6207
Rated one of the top 10 restaurants by Houston Chronicle readers and one of America’s top 50 by GQ magazine, the Magnolia Bar & Grill is devoted to the preservation of good Southern Louisiana Cajun-Creole cooking. Ceiling fans, plantation shutters, fresh greenery, and a 40-foot mahogany bar lend a genteel ambiance. Tangy raw oysters on the half shell, cornmeal-fried catfish, seafood gumbo, and crawfish étouffée are just some of the specialties, as is the live entertainment offered on the patio in good weather.
Mark’s American Cuisine
1658 Westheimer Rd., Houston, Texas 77006,
(713) 523-3800
Dining at Mark’s American Cuisine is a true epicurean adventure. Chef Mark Cox prepares not just one but four unique menus for his patrons. Houstonians and visitors will find food unlike that in any other restaurant. Mark’s American Cuisine is located in a 1920s renovated church. The golden ceilings, handpainted deco walls, and the candle-lit tables provide guests with an intimate escape from the outside world.
MAX’s Wine Dive
4720 Washington Ave., Houston, Texas 77007
(713) 880-8737
MAX’s Wine Dive combines the cool atmosphere of a “dive bar” with seriously decadent, upscale comfort food and a cutting-edge, world-class wine list. Reminiscent of an Upper-West Side shotgun-style bar, MAX’s provides you and your guests with the perfect venue for a memorable dinner or brunch for any corporate or social occasion.
Narin's Bombay Brasserie Contemporary Indian Cuisine
3005 West Loop South, Houston, Texas 77056
(713) 622-2005
Diners who want to experience exceptional Indian cuisine can take a short trip to Bombay Brasserie. The restaurant offers delicious Muglai, North Indian, food in a pleasant atmosphere just off Loop 610 near the Galleria and in the Rice Village. Try the Tandoori specialties such as Chicken Tikka Masala, Rack of Lamb, or Salmon Tikka. The impressive lunch buffet features 19 dishes. Dinner is served á la carte with an exciting menu that includes traditional Indian specialties and many vegetarian options. Call to reserve the wine room for your group or meeting.
Pesce
3029 Kirby Dr. (at W. Alabama), Houston, Texas 77098
(713) 522-4858
From the tasteful design and elegantly appointed dining room to the unparalleled cuisine, Pesce is truly a feast for the eyes as well as the palate. Renowned Chef Mark Holley has created a carefully crafted seafood menu featuring a melting pot of flavors. Fresh fish selections, crab cakes, Maine lobster, and filet mignon tempt guests to journey on a culinary adventure. Pesce is the perfect place to hold your next social event in our private banquet room. Reservations are recommended.
Rainbow Lodge
2011 Ella Blvd. (at East TC Jester Boulevard), Houston, Texas 77008
(713) 861-8666
Regional Wild Game and Gulf Coast seafood dishes complement this cozy log cabin on White Oak Bayou conveniently located inside Loop 610. Stellar cellar! Insider tip: Try the Food and Wine Safari — the nightly tasting menu. A Houston hot spot for quick lunches and comfortable Sunday brunches that feature 99-cent mimosas. Sunday Suppers start at 5 p.m. Wrap up the weekend with super specials and half price wines by the glass.
Rainforest Cafe
• 5310 Seawall Blvd., Galveston, Texas 77551
(409) 744-6000
• 5000 Katy Mills Circle, Katy, Texas 77494
(281) 644-6200
“It’s a Jungle in Here — a truly Wild Place to Shop and Eat!” Rainforest Cafe offers entertainment as well as exotic beverage and menu items served in an authentic rainforest environment. Visitors will be treated to a feast for all the senses: lush vegetation, cascading waterfalls, simulated rainstorms, and animatronics. Rainforest Cafe’s menu includes a variety of specialty items from seafood, beef, and chicken to pastas and pizza. If you’re interested in a lighter fare, try a unique salad or sandwich. There’s an award-winning kids’ menu for younger guests. Don’t forget dessert! The house specialty Sparkling Volcano lights up any meal and can be shared by two or more!
Red Sushi
Kemah Boardwalk, Kemah, Texas 77565
(281) 334-6708
Red Sushi features traditional Japanese cuisine in a chic and modern setting. With a fantastic waterfront view, the restaurant offers the finest, handcrafted sushi and sashimi, specialty rolls, fresh fish, steaks, tempura, sake selections, and more. The bar has the perfect happy hour, featuring an array of exotic, specialty cocktails including the Kumquat Mojito, the Samurai Sunset, and the Kimono Kiwi. Whether you’re visiting the ultra-modern bar for a cocktail, or coming for the full waterfront sushi experience, Red Sushi is the place to be.
Shay McElroy’s Irish Pub
909 Texas Ave., Suite A, Houston, Texas 77002
(713) 223-2444
Shay McElroy's in the Rice Lofts building downtown is an authentic Irish pub. The owner, a Dublin native, created the space that takes the Irish-pub-in-America concept to a new level. Dublin native and owner John McElroy created the space around a richly detailed, 19th-century bar he had shipped from Ireland. Shay McElroy’s is in the middle of all the downtown action. A METRO train stop is conveniently located at the corner and provides people watchers with a wealth of eye-catching and entertaining passersby. The crowd at Shay McElroy's is an inviting mix of young professionals and not-so-young merrymakers who enjoy colorful dialogue and witty conversation.
State Bar & Lounge
909 Texas Ave. Suite 2A, Houston, Texas 77002
(713) 229-8888
The State Bar & Lounge is a classic lounge located in the Historic Rice Hotel, President Kennedy’s last stop before Dallas. The bar offers sophisticated wines, beers, and a large selection of liquors, and specialty martinis. The delicious menu has everything from its many hors d’oeuvres to full buffets. Enjoy a drink overlooking the downtown nightlife on the grand balcony. Conveniently located one block from Main Street light rail and minutes from the Galleria. The friendly staff looks forward to helping cater hour happy hour party or business meeting. Open Mon.-Fri. 3 p.m.-2 a.m., Sat. 6 p.m.-2 a.m.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse
4608 Westheimer Rd., Houston, Texas 77027
(713) 961-0333
Sullivan’s specializes in steak, but proudly serves a range of other dishes. Favorites include fish and lobster, with a prime rib special on Sundays and an “All You Can Eat” stone crab claw feast on Mondays. In addition to the restaurant, Sullivan’s has a crowded piano bar that stays open through the night and a “Ringside” bar with live local bands Wednesday through Saturday nights into the wee hours.
The Tasting Room
• Uptown Park - 1101-18 Uptown Park Blvd., Houston, Texas 77056
(713) 993-9800
• Midtown - 114 Gray St., Houston, Texas 77002
(713) 528-6402
• River Oaks - 2409 W. Alabama St., Houston, Texas 77098
(713) 526-2242
The Tasting Room is a family-run wine bar, wine retail store, and gourmet café. It is "a comfortable place to get serious about wine." Guests come to TTR for the expansive selection of unique wines from around the world, our gourmet pizzas and other delicacies, the casually elegant atmosphere, and the superior service from our knowledgeable and highly trained staff. All three locations feature fine wines from around the world in all price ranges and delicious gourmet foods to pair with them.
Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse
1510 Texas Ave., Houston, Texas 77002
(713) 228-1111
With its prime location downtown, Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse features a blend of high-quality food in an intimate atmosphere. The menu offers USDA Prime grain-fed beef, including rib eye, New York strip, porterhouse, and filet mignon. For those with a taste for something other than beef, Vic & Anthony’s offers lamb and veal chops, live Maine lobster, Australian rock lobster, red snapper, tuna, and chicken. In addition to the breathtaking main dining room, Vic & Anthony’s offers three private rooms as well as its Piano Lounge & Bar. For a memorable meal, a sophisticated event or cocktails with class, Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse is an award-winning dining experience.
Vincent’s
2701 West Dallas Ave., Houston, Texas 77019
(713) 528-4313
The Mandolas opened Vincent’s restaurant in 1984 as a more casual dining experience. Vincent’s has become famous for the wood-fired rotisserie that displays their spit-roasted lemon and garlic chicken. Authentic pizzas, homemade Foccacia breads, and fresh roasted garlic are cooked in the wood-burning pizza oven. The menu includes veal, seafood, chicken, pastas, breads, and desserts. Vincent’s also serves lunch on the patio and offers a new private function area for your special events.
Willie G’s Seafood & Steak House
• 1605 Post Oak Blvd., Houston, Texas 77056
(713) 840-7190
• 2100 Harborside Dr., Galveston, Texas 77550
(409) 762-3030
Willie G’s, in Houston’s Galleria area, has established itself as America’s premier seafood house for more than 28 years. The extensive menu boasts the freshest Gulf Coast seafood with a New Orleans flair. In addition to making the top 10 list in the seafood house category, Willie G’s is celebrated for perfectly prepared, tender, and juicy Certified Angus steaks served in a unique style. Willie G’s offers guests a distinguished yet comfortable dining experience — a handsome atmosphere with rich, dark wood and granite interiors adorned with beautiful artwork and wall coverings. Enjoy Willie G’s extensive wine list. Banquet facilities available.
