Top Dining Experiences in Houston

by OpenTable

Updated 06 December 2024

DECEMBER EDITION – Special dining experiences, brought to you by OpenTable & our restaurants.

Enjoy the best of Houston dining with OpenTable✨✨ Available through December only at participating Houston restaurants. Scroll down for a list of restaurants, menu pricing and availability.

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1. Georgia James Steak

4.5

4.5 (72)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Montrose

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Georgia Board ⭐️ Chef curated Georgia board is big enough to feed 4-6 people. It includes -36 oz. Porterhouse from 44 Farms -20 oz. Chateaubriand -16 oz Ribeeye -2 (8oz) branzino -4 sides of chefs choice

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JESUS

Dined 2 days ago

Our waiter Oliver was great and very knowledgeable, took the time to inform us about their menu items and specialty drinks. Great service

2. Cafe Rabelais

4.7

4.7 (1013)

$31 to $50

French

Rice Village

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Champagne Dinner ⭐️ Join us for our Annual Champagne Dinner on December 17th, where elegance meets exquisite taste! Indulge in a beautifully curated 5-course dinner that promises to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your dining experience.

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WandaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Good food, reliable service, reasonably priced wines, as well as expensive wines for those indulging. Quaint, charming ambiance, evocative of French bistros.

3. Emma Jane

4.3

4.3 (84)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

River Oaks

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Emma Jane Tea Service ⭐️ Discover the charm of Emma Jane Tea Service, where every detail is designed for a relaxed, welcoming experience. Enjoy an assortment of tea sandwiches with both classic and creative flavors, warm scones and biscuits paired with seasonal jams, and a delightful array of petite sweets,

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Denise

Dined 1 day ago

We had the tea service and it was a very pleasurable experience. I would never believe that you could feel full on finger sandwiches, but we did. They served us Champaign and our choice of three teas. For the teas we chose creamy Earl Grey, fig oolong and chamomile & lavender. Our favorite was the Earl Grey. The first level was sandwiches which were a wagu beef, a goat cheese w/ figs and a chicken salad. The second layer had two types of scones, savory and sweet and the third layer was what I would describe as a mini red velvet whoopi cake. Once we finished the three tier tray they brought us cucumber sandwiches with espelette pepper seasoning. I am going to have to buy some of that for my home! They finished it off with dessert of red velvet cheesecake with vanilla bean mousse. Before bringing our check they surprised us each with a chocolate covered strawberry on a bed of white marshmallows. This is a "special" occasion treat, as it is a bit expensive, but I look forward to the next time we get to go.

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Emma Jane Tea Service

4. Davis Street

4.7

4.7 (1188)

$50 and over

Seafood

W. University / Med Center

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Christmas Day Feast⭐️ After all the presents have been opened at the crack of dawn and festivities have settled, join us at Davis Street at Hermann Park for our Christmas Day Feast from 1pm-8pm. Come enjoy signature favorites such as our Thai Style Snapper for Two, or our classic Turkey Dinner if you missed it on Thanksgiving.

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Claire

Dined 2 days ago

We had a great time. Great server (Jazz? she had heart earrings on) and great food and service. Everything was terrific. We used to frequent Mr. Holley's restaurants and got out of the habit during Covid. We're back. I assure you we will be back.

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Popular dish

Thai Style Snapper for Two

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Down South Coconut Cake

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Nola Style Charbroiled Oysters

5. March

4.8

4.8 (58)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Montrose

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – New Year’s Eve 6 Course “Discovery” Tasting ⭐️ This season at MARCH, we’ll explore the culinary paradoxes and territories that propelled Genova to power and shaped the Mediterranean region and its food culture. We recommend approximately 2.5 hrs to enjoy the 6 course menu.

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Nicole

Dined 5 days ago

Menu is well curated and highlights a region in the Mediterranean and each dish has a story. The food is impeccable. The evening starts in the lounge with a welcome snack. The dining area is smallish with open view of the kitchen Overall very worth it. Well deserved star. Will return again.

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Exquisite Lounge Soirée

6. Potente

4.8

4.8 (1970)

$50 and over

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – New Year’s Eve at Potente! ⭐️ Join us for a luxurious New Year’s Eve dinner in Downtown Houston. Choose from two exceptional menus by Executive Chef Danny Trace. Reservations required.

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Sheldon

Dined 1 day ago

We’ve been to Potente numerous times and the food and ambience are always top notch. This time service was a little slow and chaotic; numerous servers bringing food to the wrong tables not just for us. The initial person who took our drink orders was actually at the wrong table but our waitress for the rest of the evening was excellent. Definitely recommend Potente.

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7. The Fancy at Hotel Lucine

4.8

4.8 (121)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Galveston

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – New Year’s Eve Dinner ⭐️ Ring in the New Year with a decadent 6-course prix fixe dinner at The Fancy, complete with Gulf views and a menu crafted by Chef Matt Sweeney just for the occasion. Join us afterward for a night of live music, a champagne toast, and a speakeasy experience that keeps the party going well past midnight.

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Evan

Dined 2 days ago

Food was amazing! Will definitely be going back. Cool vibes and friendly, helpful staff

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Brunch in The Fancy at Hotel Lucine

Experience

Oyster & Martinis

8. Toro Toro

4.6

4.6 (607)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

December Special Experience -Christmas Day at Toro Toro ⭐️ Join family and friends for a memorable Christmas dining experience crafted by Toro Toro Executive Chef Jonathan Esparza

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ScottVIP

Dined 6 days ago

I was traveling solo on business in Houston and made a reservation for one via Open Table. When I arrived there were seats available at the bar so I took one instead of sitting at a table in the main dining room. The service was just slightly slow initially (getting my order placed), but only because there was only one bartender. After that the service was exemplary. I started with a beet hummus and burrata salad, which was was an exquisite blend of wonderful flavors. I followed with the Peruvian ceviche, which, like any ceviche I have ever had at a Richard Sandoval venue, was outstanding. Not quite as good as the ceviche at Costa Verde in Lima, but pretty close. My seat mate at the bar offered me a taste of his ribeye steak, which was a perfect medium rare and maybe the most flavorful ribeye I have ever tasted anywhere, with the possible exception of Bones in Atlanta or a restaurant called The Refinery in Andover NH. I will definitely visit Toro Toro again soon!

9. Musaafer

4.7

4.7 (1127)

$50 and over

Indian

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

December Special Experience -12-Course Chef’s Tasting Menu⭐️ Indulge in an Unforgettable Culinary Journey; Musaafers Exclusive 12-Course Tasting Menu. Embark on a gastronomic adventure like no other with our meticulously crafted Chef’s Tasting Menu.

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Hugh

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent as always. Butter chicken experience, pani puri are hits

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Experience

12-Course Chef's Tasting Menu

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10. Le Jardinier - Houston

4.7

4.7 (210)

$50 and over

French

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – NYE at Le Jardinier Houston ⭐️ Enjoy a 6-Course dinner menu with celebratory add-ons available including caviar service and rare wine pairings.

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Monika

Dined on 7 Feb 2025

Absolutely amazing dining experience. Great service and host, lots of attention to detail.

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11. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.7

4.7 (1108)

$50 and over

Italian

River Oaks

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Pre Theater Dinner ⭐️ Enjoy a 3 course meal before the theatre

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Clay

Dined 2 days ago

Food and drinks were incredible. Waitress did a great job, but service was a bit slow. it was Valentine’s Day so that’s to be expected. Will be returning!

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Popular dish

Braised Lamb Ossobuco

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Tagliatelle Bolognese

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Black Truffle Beef Tartare

12. Brasserie 19

4.8

4.8 (2720)

$50 and over

French

River Oaks

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Tour de Alsace Menu ⭐️ Join us for our L’Alsace Menu, featured as part of our Tour De France Series! The L’Alsace Menu explores the flavors of Alsace/Lorraine/Franche-Comté through a delicious 3 course dining experience. Available only for from November 1 through December 31st. Enjoy the flavors of France without the jet lag!

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AlbertoVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent rest!!! Will come back soon!!! The food is delicious!! Veey well served!!! Just loved it!!! Will definitely pass the word and recommned Brasserie 19!!!

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Popular dish

Charcuterie & Cheese Board

Popular dish

Salmon

Experience

Tour de France Prix Fixe - Burgundy

13. Tony's

4.8

4.8 (931)

$31 to $50

Italian

Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – NYE Second Seating ⭐️ Ring in 2025 at Tony’s with a four course prix fixe menu, a champagne toast, and party favors at midnight | Reservation is for 9:15pm-1am

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Richard AVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Impeccable service and perfection from the kitchen makes Tony’s special!

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