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CIEL, Houston, TX

CIEL

4.1
4.1
563 Reviews
$50 and over
French / Japanese

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2 people
19:00

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Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Hot spot
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
CIEL Restaurant and Lounge offers an elegant mix of modern Japanese and French cuisines complemented by craft cocktails and a curated wine and champagne list. CIEL, meaning ‘sky’ in French, is inspired by vibrant restaurants of the French Riviera and brings an elevated and festive dining experience to Houstonians.

Reservation times may be subject to change and final confirmation. Reservations may be subject to deposit and minimums and final confirmation.

NOTE: Dress Code Strictly Enforced!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French / Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Fri 17:30–02:00 Sat 17:00–02:00 Sun 11:00–16:00
  • Phone number
    (713) 832-2435
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for all event and large party inquires at events@cielhtx.com
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator : (713) 832-2435
  • Area
    River Oaks
  • Cross Street
    San Felipe and Westcreek
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Chef's Five Course Culinary Journey

    US$75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Explore Chef’s Tasting Menu! • 1st Course: Oysters & Pearls – Yuzu Caviar, Rock Melon, Cantaloupe • 2nd Course: Spicy Yellowtail Maki – Hamachi, Avocado, Cucumber, Wasabi Tobiko, Serrano, CIEL Ponzu • 3rd Course: Lobster Raviolo – Butter Poached Lobster, Saffron,Cream Sauce, Lime • 4th Course: Petite Filet – White Asparagus • 5th Course: Snick – Peanut Whipped Ganache, Milk Chocolate Cremeux, Salted Caramel Ice Cream. Wine pairing at supplement, $35 per person. Served Wed. & Thurs. nights.
    Chef's Five Course Culinary Journey photo
  • Sushi Flight

    US$50.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    This goes out to our sushi lovers. Enjoy our curated sushi flight featuring maki, nigiri & sashimi. • Surf & Turf Maki - Tempura Asparagus, Australian Wagyu, Smoked Salmon • 4 pc Yellowtail Sashimi • 2 pc / ea of Hotate & Ora King Nigiri. Wine pairing at supplement, $25.00 per person.
    Sushi Flight photo
  • Be My Valentine

    US$125.00 per person

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Indulge in our Valentine's Dinner, where every bite is a love story. Ignite your senses further with our signature CIEL live entertainment. Prix fixe 3 course menu at $125/pp. Optional Wine paring $30/pp. SPECIAL GUEST VOCALIST: LADY LAURANA 2025 Valentine's Day Menu 1st Course *(Choice of) Hamachi Crudo Blood Orange, Orange Ponzu Olive Oil, Serrano, Kaluga Caviar. Chicken Karaage Labne, Gojuchag, Togarashi. Vegetable Maki Roaste Squash, Marinated Mushrooms, Green Goddess Aioli, Avocado. 2nd Course (Choice of) Farfalle Ora King Salmon, Farfalle, Basil Pesto. Filet Elite Prime Filet. Chicken Katsu Garlic Panko Crusted Chicken Breast, Parmesan Orzo. 3rd Course (Choice of One) The Moon Cheese Mousse, Berries Snick Ganache
    Be My Valentine photo

What 563 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 4Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.7Value

NoiseEnergetic

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  • Houston

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ciel offers a vibrant and energetic atmosphere, perfect for a lively night out. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "incredible performances," creating a memorable dining experience. While the ambiance and music are highlights, some guests find the food overpriced. It's ideal for special occasions and energetic gatherings.

563 Reviews
  1. Wendy

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such an incredible night. It was my husband‘s birthday. They sat us in the VIP section, which was perfect. Our waiter Keaton was absolutely outstanding. He was super attentive, very quick, checked on us all the time. Make sure we were constantly drinking or eating something. He was fantastic. The energy, the vibes were absolutely everything. We will definitely be back.

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  2. stratton

    VIP

    Houston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I had an unfortunate experience during my recent visit, and I do not plan to return. I was disappointed by the lack of service and overall customer care. Upon entering, there was no host available, despite only five tables being occupied. When I approached the bar to request assistance, the bartender acknowledged me but then chose to engage in other tasks instead of attending to my needs. I hope the establishment addresses these issues to improve the experience for future customers.

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  3. Eder

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    This place was a literally a vibe! love the food, the shows during your dinner, the music, the food was very delicious. Only thing i complaint is the service is kind of hurry but overall highly recommend to feel you are in other city

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  4. Nikki

    Houston

    4 reviews

    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Black people stay away! It's always the same crap with this place!

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  5. Lyssion

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I had an 11:30 reservation and didn’t get a table until 12:21

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  6. Nadia

    Houston

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Our New Year’s Eve reservations were for 11pm we didn’t get seated until midnight. The prefixed dinner apps were cold. The steak was RUBBER we didnt stick around for dessert. Vibe and music was decent but food is BAD and overpriced.

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  7. Alexa

    VIP

    Atlanta Metro

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I recently visited Ciel Seal for their New Year’s package, and while the food was undeniably delicious, the overall experience was disappointing. At 11:45 PM, we were asked to leave our table and move near the bar area. This was frustrating because when I made the reservation, it stated a two-hour time limit for two people. For a total bill exceeding $600, I expected better. Additionally, I requested two glasses of champagne close to midnight, but neither the server nor the bartender fulfilled this request. The service was disorganized and poor, which dampened the festive atmosphere. While I understand the challenges of a busy New Year’s Eve, the staff should strive to remain more organized to ensure a seamless experience. I hope the restaurant addresses these issues for future occasions. Edit to add: After already paying a $175 deposit fee, I was surprised to find that it wasn’t applied to my bill. On top of that, we were told we’d need to pay an additional $100 fee just to continue sitting at our table which stated a 2 hour window 10-midnight at the time of booking. To make matters worse, I was asked to go to the back to complete the payment, which felt unprofessional and inconvenient. Overall, this was a frustrating experience, and I would not recommend this establishment based on their payment policies and lack of clarity for special events.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Monica

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal performance and experience, the food wasn’t not their typical high quality food but overall great ambiance and great NYE party.

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  9. Adam

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    That was the most epic New Years Eve party ever! This place was awesome!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Larry

    VIP

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic place after the program begins around 11pm. Bottle service however is outrageous. 175.00 of Tequila is a whopping 1900.00.

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FAQs

CIEL offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 832-2435.

CIEL is rated 4.1 stars by 563 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00

Select a time

Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for CIEL

4411 San Felipe St, Houston, TX 77027

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    San Felipe and Westcreek
  • Area
    River Oaks
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Fri 17:30–02:00 Sat 17:00–02:00 Sun 11:00–16:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French / Japanese
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (713) 832-2435
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for all event and large party inquires at events@cielhtx.com
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator : (713) 832-2435
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