Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Houston

OpenTable

Updated October 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Houston? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Greek's 205

5.0

5 (51)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Port Lavaca

About the restaurant

For the past 3 decades, the Charkalis' have been serving and entertaining their customers with the best food and live entertainment in South Texas. Everything from Country and Classic Rock cover bands to Original Texas and National Touring Artists. Our famous stage has hosted such artists as Leon Russel, Rodney Crowel, Randy Rogers, Pat Green, Luke Bryan and Eric Church.

Top review

Debbievip

Dined 3 days ago

Always great food and atmosphere at Greek’s 205!! Thanks George and Crew.

March

5.0

5 (15)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Montrose

About the restaurant

In the heart of Houston’s Montrose neighborhood, MARCH Restaurant is an intimate Mediterranean restaurant from Chef Felipe Riccio. Serving both 6 and 9 course tasting menus, we study the gastronomy, history, and cultures of the region to answer the question:

“What is Mediterranean cuisine?”

After many years of personal and professional exploration of the Mediterranean – including extended stints at three-Michelin-starred Osteria Francescana and Azurmendi –Felipe has brought this spirit of exploration back to his home in Houston.

The word ‘MARCH’ signifies an area of land on the border between two territories; a frontier between realms. The menu is the team’s love letter to the Mediterranean where we will explore the unique, layered evolution of its many connected cuisines, with beverage pairings/selections artfully curated by partner and Master Sommelier, June Rodil, and the acclaimed beverage team.

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Georgevip

Dined 6 days ago

As always, March dining is subtle, delicious, and sublime. The s, cuisine offerings were wonderful, and the staff are attentive and very informed. They are an important part of the best dining experience we have had in Houston, if not anywhere. We always look forward to the next visit adventure. Thanks for another great evening. George Santos MD

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Experience

Cocktails in The Lounge

Costa Brava Bistro

5.0

5 (1888)

$50 and over

Spanish

Bellaire

About the restaurant

Owners Angeles Dueñas and Kitty Bailey have created a home where they explore the rich traditions of the food and wine from Spain and France with a modern, personal approach.
Open Table's 2016 list - "100 Best Restaurants for Foodies in America"

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KPMCvip

Dined 6 days ago

Michelin star worthy cuisine in a cozy neighborhood-like restaurant with upscale ambiance and discerning clientele.

Lucio's BYOB & Grill

5.0

5 (1217)

$30 and under

American

Montrose

About the restaurant

Lucio's is New American cuisine in a comforting yet upscale dining atmosphere, concentrating on seasonal and fresh local ingredients.
Life is to be enjoyed, if you want to go somewhere to appreciate your bottle of wine and be reminded of the simple pleasures of life, this is it.

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p.c.

Dined on Sep 28, 2024

The foods were very good and the BYOB is great so we can enjoy our favorite foods with our favorite wines.

Arturo Boada Cuisine

4.9

4.9 (787)

$31 to $50

Italian

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

This neighborhood eatery serves up an eclectic blend of Italian, Spanish and Latin cuisine not to be missed. Try unique tapas like the camarones henesy en hamaca, mussels tomatillo, ceviche and many more. The wood burning-oven puts out authentic thin crust pizzas, with favorites such as the carnitas pizza. We offer a flavorful selection of fresh seafood and steaks. Our home made desserts are a must, from wood oven baked apple pastry to Arturo’s famous crème brulee. The hand picked wine list offers a variety of boutique and exclusive wineries. We are very happy to accommodate any of your special requests.

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Charles

Dined on Sep 27, 2024

First of all, this restaurant is family owned and operated and is not a chain. This was our first visit here. Had dinner with our daughter, SIL, two grandkids, son and our other SIL (8 total). Wife and I were first to arrive; sat at the oven bar (not really a bar but more of a counter). Our server Luis greeted us warmly and presented us with a nice wine list. whilst we waited. Not knowing what we wanted, he brought us several bottles of wine both white and red and allowed us to taste. Being from New Orleans, hospitality is foremost to an exceptional dinner in our opinion. We were made to feel right at home granted to us with the personal service here. With the arrival of our dinner guests we were seated immediately. The staff welcomed the grandkids with open arms allowing them to visit the back of the bar and roll and prepare their own pizzas! Meanwhile, Luis attentively presented the evening specialties. We all ordered the recommended appetizers, enjoyed the flavors of the numerous appetizers and entrees that we ordered...Fried calamari, mussels, etc prepared perfectly with no additional seasoning needed (a rarity here in Houston!). It was a special evening topped off when the owner and chef Arturo stopped by to introduce himself and personally inquire about our experience. After dinner we enjoyed a delicious dessert wine with ice cream and creme brulee served on a spoon! This place reminded us of our European experiences in that we were never rushed during our 3 hour meal. I must admit that I’m not a fbig an of strip center dining but I highly recommend Arturo Boada’s. We will be returning often.

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Popular dish

Snapper Al Fresco

Handies Douzo - Montrose

4.9

4.9 (41)

$30 and under

Sushi

Montrose

About the restaurant

Handies Douzo is Houston's first hand roll focused sushi bar. Following the popularity in the Heights, the team brings its second location to Montrose in 2022. With over 25 years of combined experience in award winning Japanese cuisine and sushi, rising star chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee are excited to join the trendy neighborhood.

Top review

Rajeev

Dined on Oct 4, 2024

Wow! One of a kind intimate dining experience at the sushi table. Outstanding service and delicious rolls.

Handies Douzo - Heights

4.9

4.9 (45)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

Handies Douzo is Houston's first hand roll focused sushi bar in the trendy Houston Heights neighborhood opened in 2019. With over 25 years of combined experience in award winning Japanese cuisine and sushi, rising star chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee present their first brick and mortar restaurant.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 7 days ago

Great food, excellent service. Definitely going again, make sure to make a reservation since it gets crowded.

MF Sushi

4.9

4.9 (1645)

$50 and over

Sushi

Museum District

About the restaurant

We are now offering Omakase reservations
Tuesday-Wednesday at 7:00 pm, Friday at 7:30 pm.
Please contact us directly at (713) 637-4587 for Omakase reservations and large party reservations.

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Jonathan

Dined 6 days ago

Overall this was a great experience, the food was good and priced appropriately. Staff was extremely helpful kind and attuned to what the guest needed. We will most certainly visit again.

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Experience

Omakase Reservation

CASE Chocolates

4.9

4.9 (43)

$50 and over

Dessert

Southeast Houston

About the restaurant

CASE Chocolates is the world's first chocolate and cocktail speakeasy. Our tasting experiences take you through fine and unique cacaos combined with high-end spirits and cocktails. Our space is meant to spark delight and joy, and we can't wait to welcome you in soon!

Our promise is a one-of-a-kind journey through chocolates in an unforgettable atmosphere.

Pricing $68 per person

Top review

Danielle

Dined 7 days ago

Michael, the host, was exceptional. All the chocolates and cocktails were delicious. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and highly recommend it!

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Experience

Chocolate & Cocktails Tasting Experience

Potente

4.9

4.9 (1906)

$50 and over

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

Potente is a sophisticated and upscale Italian restaurant located in downtown Houston led by Executive Chef Danny Trace. Every dish is locally sourced and uses only the highest quality ingredients. Try our chef favorite homemade pasta with black truffles shaved table side, petite filet with pistachio gremolata and homemade desserts sure to delight!

Our attire is relaxed formal. Shorts, hats, sneakers, torn clothing and sweat pants not permitted.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 6 days ago

Ambiance and service were impeccable! Food was excellent.

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