Damian's Cucina Italiana

4.9

3025 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Charming

Since 1983, Damian's Cucina Italiana has been known worldwide as the top authentic Italian restaurant in Houston, Texas. Set in an old-world atmosphere which is elegant, yet warm and friendly, diners at Damian's are accustomed to extensive menu offerings, specially tailored dishes, and weekly specials created by Chef Izzy Morfin.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
Phone number
(713) 522-0439
Website
http://www.damians.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Alejandro Rangel
Catering
Call the event planner for catering details.
Private party facilities
Our Private dining rooms seat from 10 to 140ppl.
Private party contact
Caroline Santillan: (713) 522-0439

Location
3011 Smith Street, Houston, TX 77006
Area
Montrose
Cross Street
Anita / Rosalie
Parking details
Complimentary Valet
Entertainment
Damian's offers complimentary shuttle service after dinner to the Wortham Center, Jones Hall, Alley Theatre, and Hobby Center.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Focaccia BreadUS$4.00
House made focaccia bread with herbed oil. Add BG Sauce - Fresh parmesan, garlic, crushed red pepper, balsamic vinegar, olive oil and herbs
Roasted Brussel SproutsUS$13.00
Oven roasted cherry tomatoes, sea salt, Calabrian chili aioli
Calamari FrittiUS$17.00
Fried baby squid served with pomodoro sauce
Gnocchi VerdiUS$12.00
Spinach and cheese dumplings baked in tomato cream sauce
Shrimp DamianUS$17.00
Gulf shrimp sauteed with garlic, white wine and butter

Insalate e Minestre

Insalata MistaUS$11.00
Lettuce greens, cucumber, celery, diced tomato, sliced red onion, pitted green olives, Italian vinaigrette and grated parmesan
Not Your Tableside Caesar SaladUS$13.00
Romaine lettuce tossed with Caesar dressing, parmesan cheese, house made croutons
Jack Lyon's Tomatoes SicilianoUS$13.00
Sliced beefsteak tomatoes with black olives, sweet onion, parmesan vinaigrette
Insalata Mona LisaUS$12.00
Mixed greens with creamy balsamic dressing, diced tomatoes, sweet roasted almonds, and feta
MinestroneUS$11.00
Traditional hearty vegetable soup
Lobster BisqueUS$16.00
Creamy lobster bisque served in a Tuscan bread bowl

Pasta

Spaghetti and Mama Mandola MeatballsUS$23.00
Spaghetti pasta with pomodoro sauce and Mama Mandola meatballs
Spaghetti BologneseUS$24.00
Spaghetti pasta tossed in our classic veal ragu
Eggplant ParmigianaUS$19.00
Baked eggplant with pomodoro and mozzarella cheese served with fettuccine pomodoro
Sweet Potato RavioliUS$20.00
Sweet potato stuffed ravioli in sage butter sauce
Lasagna BologneseUS$23.00
Pasta layered with ground veal, mozzarella, ricotta, and parmesan cheeses baked in pomodoro
Linguine e GamberettiUS$26.00
Linguine pasta tossed with gulf shrimp, black garlic, basil, cherry tomatoes, and olive oil

Pesci

Shrimp DamianUS$29.00
Gulf shrimp sauteed with garlic, white wine and butter, served with fettuccine alfredo
Snapper Nino Jr.US$38.00
Grilled red snapper topped with shrimp, tomatoes, fresh mint, and basil buerre blanc served with roasted potatoes and green beans
Branzino AzzurroUS$42.00
Grilled Chilean sea bass topped with white wine buerre blanc served over cannellini carrettieri and sauteed spinach
Snapper RussoUS$38.00
Gulf snapper lightly breaded then sautéed topped with scallops, sweet peppers, and caper butter served with fettuccine alfredo

Carni

Costolette Orrichietto ElefanteUS$25.00
Pork chop milanese topped with mozzarella cheese, basil pesto, tomatoes, and toasted pine nuts served with fettuccine alfredo
Veal PicattaUS$30.00
Sauteed veal scaloppini topped with white wine lemon butter sauce served with cappellini burro
Veal MarsalaUS$31.00
Sauteed veal scaloppini topped with mushroom marsala wine sauce and diced prosciutto served with fettuccine alfredo
USDA Prime Filet MignonUS$44.00
8 oz. Prime filet mignon brushed with italian baste served with roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus
Costoletta alla GrigliaUS$58.00
14 oz. veal chop rubbed with fresh rosemary then grilled, served with garlic mashed potatoes and green beans

Pollami

Chicken ParmesanUS$25.00
Chicken milanese topped with pomodoro sauce and mozzarella cheese served with fettuccine pomodoro
Chicken LambertiUS$26.00
Chicken milanese topped with lemon caper butter sauce served with penne marinara
Pollo CarolineUS$23.00
6 oz. chicken breast marinated then grilled, served with grilled carrots and broccoli

What 3,025 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

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Review summary

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Damian's Cucina Italiana, an iconic Houston favorite, is celebrated for its "great food, service, and value." Known for its "delicious Italian cuisine" and attentive staff, this beloved institution has delighted patrons for over 40 years. Though it's sadly closing, its "wonderful dining experiences" and memorable meals will be fondly remembered.

3,024 Reviews

PJ
PamJ
VIP
Houston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 18 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was great to be part of the last night! Staff and service amazing as always!
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 18 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely awesome place! So sad to see it close!!!!
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AaronD
Houston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 16 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. I had the Veal chop and it was perfect. It is too bad they are closing. It will definitely be missed.
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Linnie
Houston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 16 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Go while you still can. There are not many restaurants that offer a special evening of dining.
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Paul
VIP
Houston
59 reviews
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on 15 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved that we were able to come here one more time before they closed down. All was perfect. It will be missed.
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Sharilyn
Houston
43 reviews
5.0
43 reviews
Dined on 15 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always the food was fabulous, really hate to see Damian’s closing.
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Venetia
Boise
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 14 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So sad to be eating my last meal at Damian’s. Many wonderful memories there. ❤️Thank you for being a part of many wonderful meals shared with family and friends.
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Judy
Houston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 13 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have spent many family events here and last night was another! But it is sooo sad to say goodbye to this great restaurant! Damians — you will be missed!
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John
Houston
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 13 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I don't know why I'm bothering to take this survey since you are unfortunately closing
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Sally
VIP
Houston
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on 11 August 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Birthday celebration for my husband with the family. Excellent service. Appetizers were delicious especially the asparagus with crab and lemon butter. Shrimp pasta divine as was pork chop; sweet potato ravioli - a little bland. Desert presentation lovely. Barolo wine lovely and good value. Crazy good margaritas. Too bad it is closing. A wonderful experience especially for special occasions!
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FAQs

Damian's Cucina Italiana does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Damian's Cucina Italiana also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 522-0439.

Damian's Cucina Italiana is rated 4.9 stars by 3025 OpenTable diners.

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

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Order delivery or takeout

3011 Smith Street, Houston, TX 77006

Additional information

Cross Street
Anita / Rosalie
Area
Montrose
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 11:00–14:00 Dinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Complimentary Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Alejandro Rangel
Entertainment
Damian's offers complimentary shuttle service after dinner to the Wortham Center, Jones Hall, Alley Theatre, and Hobby Center.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.damians.com/
Phone number
(713) 522-0439
Catering
Call the event planner for catering details.
Private party facilities
Our Private dining rooms seat from 10 to 140ppl.
Private party contact
Caroline Santillan: (713) 522-0439

Damian's Cucina Italiana

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

There’s more to explore

Additional information

Not Your Tableside Caesar Salad

Spaghetti Carbonara

Branzino Azzurro

Antipasti

Focaccia BreadUS$4.00

Roasted Brussel SproutsUS$13.00

Calamari FrittiUS$17.00

Gnocchi VerdiUS$12.00

Shrimp DamianUS$17.00

Insalate e Minestre

Insalata MistaUS$11.00

Not Your Tableside Caesar SaladUS$13.00

Jack Lyon's Tomatoes SicilianoUS$13.00

Insalata Mona LisaUS$12.00

MinestroneUS$11.00

Lobster BisqueUS$16.00

Pasta

Spaghetti and Mama Mandola MeatballsUS$23.00

Spaghetti BologneseUS$24.00

Eggplant ParmigianaUS$19.00

Sweet Potato RavioliUS$20.00

Lasagna BologneseUS$23.00

Linguine e GamberettiUS$26.00

Pesci

Shrimp DamianUS$29.00

Snapper Nino Jr.US$38.00

Branzino AzzurroUS$42.00

Snapper RussoUS$38.00

Carni

Costolette Orrichietto ElefanteUS$25.00

Veal PicattaUS$30.00

Veal MarsalaUS$31.00

USDA Prime Filet MignonUS$44.00

Costoletta alla GrigliaUS$58.00

Pollami

Chicken ParmesanUS$25.00

Chicken LambertiUS$26.00

Pollo CarolineUS$23.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Damian's Cucina Italiana offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Damian's Cucina Italiana restaurant rated?

Is Damian's Cucina Italiana currently accepting bookings?

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

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