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1. Drake's Hollywood - Houston
4.6
Exceptional(154)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Montrose
Booked 58 times today
An Old Hollywood party - dry-aged steaks & cold martinis *Drake's Hollywood accepts reservations for parties of 7 or less. For parties of 8+ please contact houston@drakeshollywood.com. Happy Hour is available weekdays 4pm to 6pm and 9pm-C in the bar. Children under the age of 6 years of old are not permitted
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2. Lucille's
4.5
Awesome(2377)
Price: Expensive
• Regional American (Southern) • Museum District
Booked 9 times today
Nestled in a 1920s mission-style home in the heart of Houston’s Museum District, Lucille's specializes in well-refined Southern cuisine with infusions of international techniques and flavors. The restaurant serves as a tribute to the culinary tradition began by Executive Chef & Owner Chris Williams’ great-grandmother, Lucille B. Smith, who was a culinary pioneer and successful entrepreneur who founded her own food corporation. Today, the Lucille’s team continues to pay homage to their namesake by replicating some of her most famous recipes while embellishing others to create innovative takes on Southern food classics.
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3. Grace's
4.8
Exceptional(4299)
Price: Expensive
• American • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
Booked 48 times today
Grace's is all about comfort food. It's like a warm hug on a plate. The menu is packed with Southern comfort food, described by reviewers as 'great', 'phenomenal', and 'exceptional'. From the 'good comfort food' to 'upscale Southern comfort food', it's clear that Grace's is the place for classic American comfort dishes. Plus, the owner's grandmother, Grace, is the inspiration behind the restaurant, adding an extra layer of comfort and homeliness to the dining experience.
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4. Relish Restaurant & Bar - River Oaks
4.8
Exceptional(1031)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • River Oaks
Booked 18 times today
Relish Restaurant & Bar is a neighborhood eatery serving up classic American food with Mediterranean influences. At Relish, we aim to create an environment where absolute guest satisfaction is our highest priority. Through a shared commitment to excellence, we are dedicated to the uncompromising quality of our food, service, and people, while taking exceptional care of our guests and staff. We simply believe food should be uncomplicated, delicious and something to be relished!
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5. Rosie Cannonball
4.7
Exceptional(38)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Montrose
Booked 26 times today
At Rosie Cannonball, we’re serving European comfort food in a lively atmosphere. The restaurant celebrates the origins of cooking through open, live fire and is centered around a wood-burning oven and grill. The menu draws inspiration from individual ingredients: local vegetables, pastas and pizzas, simple seafood and locally-sourced meat cooked over live fire. Master Sommelier June Rodil curated an expansive list of delicious wines with a strong Italian, Spanish and French focus from their favorite producers new and old, along with options from progressive New World producers. The cocktail menu has strong Italian influences, mirroring the focus of the food. Chef de Cuisine: Matt Hamilton Sous Chef: Karla MorenoExecutive Pastry Chef: Samantha MendozaGeneral Manager: Brandi KinneyFront of House Managers: Lauren AllenGoodnight Hospitality Partners: Bailey & Peter McCarthy, Felipe Riccio, June Rodil
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6. State of Grace
4.7
Exceptional(3373)
Price: Expensive
• Regional American (Contemporary Southern) • River Oaks
Booked 37 times today
State of Grace is all about elevated comfort food, offering a jubilant medley of old favorites with new spice, accent, and freshness. Reviews rave about its 'delicious food', 'unique and delicious entrees', and 'fabulous food'. The restaurant's friendly service and great atmosphere add to its comfort food appeal. Chef-owner Ford Fry's culinary expertise and respect for every ingredient also contribute to the restaurant's comfort food status.
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7. McCormick & Schmick's - Houston (Uptown Park)
4.6
Exceptional(3367)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Galleria / Uptown
Booked 39 times today
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks brings the Pacific Northwest's favorite restaurant to Bayou City! We are conveniently located in the Uptown Park Shopping Center – off of Post Oak Boulevard and Loop 610 West. From fresh seafood and shellfish to Steak and garden fresh salads, our goal is to exceed your dining expectations. As our guest, you will experience culinary excellence at its best. Our menus reflect seafood from the Pacific Rim, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico. We also source products from local ranches, farms, and wineries to showcase regionally inspired dishes.
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8. Ouisie's Table
4.8
Exceptional(4766)
Price: Moderate
• American • Galleria / Uptown
Booked 38 times today
Known by generations for her hospitality, proprietress Elouise Adams Jones, a.k.a. Ouisie, serves an eclectic collection of Southern foods with an excellent wine list to match. High ceilings and fans in the main dining room it evoke the ambiance of a Texas manor house. The adjacent dining porch overlooking the patio and garden, as well as Cooper’s Wine Bin, provide additional dining and entertaining areas. The daily fare encompasses traditional offerings like her well-loved pimento cheese, the shrimp and grits, and the popular Gulf Coast oysters to the favorite Tuesday special Ouisie’s award winning chicken fried steak with corn pudding. A fine plate of grilled Prime beef tenderloin or a brace of quail stuffed with super lump crab meat with Cognac glaze are good examples of the daily specials one might find on the blackboard. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch on weekends.
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9. Maggiano's - Houston
4.6
Exceptional(3902)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Side
Booked 56 times today
Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Post Oak and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. Located in one of Texas' largest shopping malls, our location offers a delicious dining and luxury shopping experience. Visit us at 2019 Post Oak Blvd. and book your reservation today!
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10. True Food Kitchen - Houston
4.4
Awesome(1436)
Price: Moderate
• American • Galleria / Uptown
Booked 14 times today
True Food Kitchen in Houston serves comfort food that is also healthy. Reviews rave about the 'delicious food', 'excellent service', and 'great atmosphere'. With a menu that caters to various dietary needs, it's a place where everyone can enjoy flavorful and nutritious meals. As one reviewer put it, 'Great food, timely delivery, excellent service. A very pleasant dinner.'
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  • Paul
    St. Louis •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Drake’s Hollywood was amazing! The food was 10/10. The ambiance and atmosphere was electric! The wait staff was incredible.
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    Drake's Hollywood - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• American• Montrose
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    4.6
  • Mary AnneVIP
    Houston •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great lunch menu reasonably priced for quality. Must is the Cajun Hot Crab Dip and crispy chicken salad. Attentive, friendly service.
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    Relish Restaurant & Bar - River OaksPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• River Oaks
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    4.8
  • Kimberly
    Baton Rouge / Lafayette •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    This was our first visit to Lucille’s. Our waiter, Rick is amazing at servicing and hosting others. He shared the menu and directed us to things to try that didn’t disappoint. He treated us with so much grace and kindness. We enjoyed the time he took to get to know us and was so attentive to what our needs were while having dinner. When you visit you must ask for him to be your waiter. You will not regret it. We at the oxtail for the first time it was outstanding. Rick gave us the opportunity to try the bread pudding. Don’t leave without trying it. It was superb. The bread rolls were so good and the fried green tomatoes were excellent. We will visit again on our next visit to Houston. The atmosphere was quiet. The hostess was so sweet and welcoming. Thank you for a great experience.
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    Lucille'sPrice: Expensive• Regional American (Southern)• Museum District
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    4.5
  • ColinVIP
    Houston •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Ton and Trey were excellent servers and were very warm and welcoming. They took excellent care of us and even had their manager, Todd, help us with an extra question we had. We really appreciated Todd taking the time to talk to us! Probably one of the best times we have been to Graces!
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    Grace'sPrice: Expensive• American• Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
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    4.8
  • jacqueline
    Las Vegas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 6 Dec 2024
    Our waitress Amanda was very attentive. Enjoyed the music and the live DJ. The only thing with music it could be a "little...just little lower" cus it was sometimes to hear each other or the waitress
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    Victory Restaurant & Lounge - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• Comfort Food• Downtown
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    3.9

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