Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Houston

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Updated November 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Houston? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Arturo Boada Cuisine

4.9

4.9 (800)

$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.

Top review

Eva

Dined 3 days ago

Each time we eat at Arturo Boada’s Cuisine is better! The food is just awesome, we tried this time the French Onion Soup that was the day’s special and it was like being in Paris! Also the Shrimp Hennessy, delicious, I even finish the sauce which was like a very flavorful soup! For our main we had the Mama Sonia Ravioli with Crab, so delicious that I still have the delicate flavor in my mouth! The Snapper was extra fresh and cooked to perfection! To end that delicious dinner we had a spoon of Crème Brûlée, perfect size as the portions of the appetizers and the entrees are quite large. The ambiance is good for a quiet meal, for a birthday or anniversary celebration, or any friends meeting. Service is 1A, kind and professional. There is enough parking spaces, so no problem. Arturo, the owner and chef, came to our table to greet us, he is very friendly! Absolutely recommended! Great cuisine!

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Popular dish

Snapper Al Fresco

Brossa's Cibo-e-Vino

4.9

4.9 (185)

$30 and under

Italian

Brenham

About the restaurant

Fresh Italian bistro in beautiful Brenham, TX. House-made pastas, sandwiches, soups and salads set in a a quaint converted craftsman home. Pair a bottle from our incredible wine list with our Wild Boar Pappardelle, Eggplant Parm or fresh branzino.

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Samvip

Dined 1 day ago

Brossa’s is absolutely one of the best Italian restaurants I have visited anywhere. Easily the best overall food in the area.

Trattoria la Vigna

4.8

4.8 (1502)

$30 and under

Italian

Galveston

About the restaurant

Trattoria La Vigna is your very own little slice of Italy in Downtown Galveston. We offer delicious lunch specials, fresh pasta made daily, homemade desserts, and much more!

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Jeromevip

Dined 4 days ago

Four different entrees were ordered and everyone thoroughly enjoyed ever entree. Love the restaurant, the food and especially the service.

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4.9

4.9 (1114)

$30 and under

Italian

Galveston

About the restaurant

Riondo's serves a casual lunch and upscale dinner with unmatched hospitality on the strand in Galveston. Riondo's also provides a private banquet room for rehearsal dinners, small weddings and all your special occasion needs. Chef Rico provides housemade pastas, mozzarella cheese, artisan breads and Gulf Coast Fresh Seafood, Wagyu beef and local farm to market produce from Moon Dog farms. Located in the historical Strand District in Galveston, come enjoy a romantic night at Riondos.

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Barry

Dined 5 days ago

Once again, our experience was great. Had some very tipsy girls there at the beginning but was no big deal. They were cutting loose and having fun. Just loud lol. Our bartender was amazing. He makes the best manhattans and every drink we asked him to make. I’ll return again and again. It’s my go to favorite in my home town.

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Popular dish

Tiramisu Crepes

Potente

4.8

4.8 (1930)

$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.

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Samuel

Dined 3 days ago

Amazing dining experience and a wonderful night out. Our server was top notch and went above and beyond to make sure that our dinner was well paced and enjoyable.

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Experience

New Year’s Eve at Potente!

Mia Bella Trattoria - Greenway Plaza

4.9

4.9 (999)

$30 and under

Italian

Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

About the restaurant

Mia Bella Trattoria – which translates as “My Beautiful” Trattoria, is a delightful combination of Italian tradition and regional American twists. With multiple locations, the dining destinations are fun, intimate and moderately priced just like the traditional Trattorias where Italian families gathered for wine and delicious food. In a tradition of his own making, Owner/Chef Youssef Nafaa has created an exciting menu of familiar foods pushed to a new level with daring preparations and imaginative ingredients. Wine lovers will find a pleasingly extensive list of evenly priced wines while those seeking cocktails will find the same combination of classic recipes and creative mixings which set the menus apart.

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Lyndavip

Dined 7 days ago

Consistently good food and service! Server Emilio and Chef Juan do a terrific job!

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Mia Bella Ceasar Salad

Piatto Ristorante (Galleria)

4.8

4.8 (1042)

$30 and under

Italian

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

Piatto Ristorante is owned and operated by John Marion Carrabba of the famed Carrabba family, who created the menu from recipes passed down through four generations. The home-style Italian food found at Piatto Ristorante pleases the palate, as well as touches the heart. John personally oversees all details, making sure that his guests have a fantastic culinary experience. Piatto Ristorante offers full-service catering, private banquet rooms, box lunches and delivery.

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Barryvip

Dined on Nov 23, 2024

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Tony's

4.9

4.9 (908)

$31 to $50

Italian

Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

About the restaurant

For over 50 years, Tony’s has been Houston’s pinnacle of fine dining. Under Donna Vallone's leadership, Chef Kate McLean brings a vibrant twist, blending live-action presentations with meticulous attention to detail. The menu features house-made pasta, seasonal ingredients, and signature dishes like Flaming Salt Crust Snapper and the indulgent Battle Axe Course. Alongside caviar and tasting menus, Kate’s creations merge her free spirit with the formal tradition instilled by her mentor, Tony Vallone. A Houston native, Kate became Tony’s first female Executive Chef in 2013. After a brief hiatus exploring writing and co-hosting a podcast, she returned in 2022 as Executive Chef and Partner, continuing Tony’s legacy. Located near Greenway Plaza and The Galleria, Tony’s remains the destination for upscale dining, offering a curated spirits list, extensive wine selection, and unforgettable experiences.

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garyvip

Dined 1 day ago

Tony's is consistently the finest restaurant and dining experience in Houston--always first class from top to bottom! Not trendy, always great food and great service, I hope Donna keeps her fine restaurant going for many years to come!

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Experience

New Year's Eve 1st Seating

Experience

New Year's Eve 2nd Seating

Porta'Vino

4.9

4.9 (1514)

$30 and under

Italian

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

Houstons newest BYOB Restaurant.
Casual Atmosphere, Incredible wine prices, Amazing Food

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Robvip

Dined 2 days ago

Wonderful meal! Jeff took great care of me! Truffle pasta was sensational!

Sorrento Ristorante Italiano

4.9

4.9 (3354)

$31 to $50

Italian

Montrose

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of the Montrose area, this quaint, award-winning restaurant serves up modern, creative, and classic Italian cuisine. As you enter the front door, you are warmly greeted by a rounded bar with a beautiful piano. The dark, romantic ambiance continues into a spacious main dining area where you are seated at a candlelit table in view of an exquisite Sorrento mural as well as Picasso and Chagall paintings. Sorrento Ristorante has become a favorite Houston Italian restaurant of locals and out-of-towners looking for the perfect Italian dining experience in Houston. Additionally, our private dining options are outstanding both for dinner parties and luncheons. Sorrento is here to provide you with the finest cuisine with the best service in Houston. Sorrento has been voted as one of Houston’s finest Italian Restaurants and also Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in America.

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David

Dined 5 days ago

ALWAYS meets or exceeds expectations! Food was delicious and outstanding service. Thanks for another wonderful culinary delight!

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Popular dish

Caprese Salad

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