Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Houston

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Updated January 05, 2025

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Brenner's Steakhouse on the Bayou

4.8

4.8 (5559)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

River Oaks

About the restaurant

Welcome to Brenner's on the Bayou! A Houston legend for more than seven decades from the Original Brenner's Steakhouse, Brenner's offers a fine dining experience like no other. From prime steaks, fresh seafood and decadent desserts to an eclectic wine list and stunning backdrops, Brenner's continues its tradition of generous hospitality to guests. Brenner's on the Bayou is situated on a picturesque retreat along Houston's Buffalo Bayou.

Top review

Shauna

Dined 1 day ago

Great food and atmosphere! Thank you, Eder, for amazing service and great recommendations!

The Fancy at Hotel Lucine

4.8

4.8 (113)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Galveston

About the restaurant

An American Fine-ish Dining establishment inspired by local ingredients with a dash of artistic liberty and a lot of personality.

Our menu highlights locally sourced ingredients, celebrating our Galveston roots and coastal ties while supporting the Texas farms and Gulf waters that make it all possible. From the daily catch to fresh, house-made pastas, every dish is thoughtfully crafted to reflect the vibrant community around us. Enjoy our local cuisine with wall-to-wall Gulf views - no dress code required.

The Fancy at Hotel Lucine sits neatly at the intersection of 10th & Seawall Blvd - we're about as close to the water as a hotel can get without high tide lapping at your bedside.

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Maverick

Dined 3 days ago

We tried the ratsruant week menu and got upgraded to get the wagyu strip. Everything was fantastic. The service, the drinks, the embiance, and especially the food!

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Experience

Brunch in The Fancy at Hotel Lucine

Experience

Oyster & Martinis

Superica Houston Heights

4.7

4.7 (76)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Northside

About the restaurant

Superica
– “where sunshine spends the winter” – also known as Tex-Mex cuisine served in an Old-West-inspired atmosphere alongside music inspired by Austin.

The cuisine is a combination of 1950s Tex-Mex and the wood grill that has taken the food to another level by way of fajitas and more. An “evolved Tex-Mex menu,” includes the classics: tacos, nachos, tamales and enchiladas plus more intricate dishes such as wood-grilled fajitas and shrimp tacos always served with just-made flour tortillas, all while paying homage to the traditions and recipes that have been a part of the Texas culture for decades.

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DavidVIP

Dined 2 days ago

8 of us for lunch. Queso and nachos were good. Tortilla soup was tasty but would have liked thicker broth. Rice, beans, enchilada very good. Others liked tacos, tacos al carbon, other items. Server Kimberly was very good.

Flora

4.7

4.7 (801)

$30 and under

Mexican

Montrose

About the restaurant

While breathtaking park views and 40+ chandeliers are enough to make anyone fall in love with this glass treehouse, this dining destination also offers a top-notch culinary experience that explores the flavors and energy of the small towns of Mexico with a Texas touch. FLORA’s contemporary approach reimagines what Mexican food can be – offering familiar flavors and iconic dishes, newly interpreted. FLORA strips away the formality of dining with a focus on clean, organic, high-quality food made with love, made by hand. The stunning brass and marble bar, teeming with tequila and mezcal, sets the tone for a lively social scene and the unparalleled outdoor terrace is the quintessential Houston outdoor dining experience. For parties of 7+ guests, please submit a private dining request. Out of respect for our chandeliers, we do not allow balloons. We ask that you celebrate your special occasions with our desserts as we do not allow outside cakes. We ask that you leave your pets at home.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined today

Everything was great except thru were running super behind. We had a 7:45 reservation and they didn’t seat us until close to 8:30. Seems like they’re accepting more reservations than they can handle. However service was excellent once we were sat and the food was great!

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Willie G’s Seafood & Steakhouse - Galveston

4.6

4.6 (1828)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

Recognized nationally as one of the top upscale seafood restaurants, Willie G's® is known for providing the finest and freshest seafood, succulent steaks and unsurpassed service. Located on Pier 21, Willie G’s is Galveston’s most popular seafood destination with waterfront dining.

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Matthew

Dined 2 days ago

Second time here and enjoyed as much as the first time. Great service by Ali! I ordered the Romano encrusted asparagus, chicken and gumbo soup, and blackened snapper. My wife ordered the seafood bisque and shrimp fettuccine. Everything was delicious!

Escalante's Fine Tex-Mex & Tequila - The Woodlands

4.6

4.6 (31)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

The Woodlands

About the restaurant

Since 1993, Escalante’s has developed a well earned reputation for traditional, flavorful Tex-Mex food, hand-crafted margaritas and exceptional service. With seven locations across Houston, Escalante's serves the finest Tex-Mex cuisine close to your home or office in Houston. Tortillas made by hand, guacamole prepared fresh for every order, white queso that simmers for hours. Center-cut outer-skirt steak hand-trimmed, marinated, and cooked to order for every beef fajita. Consistent quality is our specialty. Join us for Houston's best Happy Hour Monday to Friday from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm.

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John

Dined on Dec 24, 2024

Our server was friendly and provided excellent service

Blanco Cocina + Cantina – Houston

4.5

4.5 (515)

$30 and under

Mexican

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

Blanco is more than your typical Mexican restaurant, it‘s an escape from the ordinary, a happy hour hang out, a place to sit back, recharge and party. It’s a vacation in your neighborhood that helps you relax with your favorite people. For food, margaritas, and good times, Blanco is the perfect place to find your bliss.

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Jordai

Dined on Dec 9, 2024

Great food and great service, drinks were good as well.

Fisherman's Wharf

4.4

4.4 (1270)

$30 and under

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

Located by the Historic Strand District, the Tall Ship Elissa and Galveston Cruise Terminal, come and enjoy waterfront dining at Fisherman’s Wharf. One of the best seafood restaurants in Galveston, Fisherman’s Wharf is a great place to enjoy a selection of daily fresh fish, signature combination platters, and more in our indoor dining areas or outdoor patio offering a view of the bay.

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Karly

Dined today

We had a party of 10 and went for my birthday. There was something on the menu for everyone and the food was delicious! Definitely recommend checking this place out.

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Popular dish

Fisherman's Wharf Fried Seafood Platter

Landry's Seafood House - Kemah

4.3

4.3 (630)

$30 and under

Seafood

Kemah / Seabrook

About the restaurant

The true flavor of Gulf Coast tradition is all about family, warmth and exceptional seafood. Landry's Seafood strives to bring all of those things together in each and every location, providing a fun-filled dining experience that will make you want to drop your anchor and never leave. So sit back, relax and take part in the Landry's Seafood experience.

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Jerry and Barbie

Dined 4 days ago

Great service Food presentation was right on Meal was very good Meal value is exceptional Very friendly staff

Fish Tales

4.1

4.1 (847)

$30 and under

Seafood

Galveston

About the restaurant

Located across the street from Pleasure Pier, break away from the beach and enjoy fresh fare on the most popular beachfront balcony on the Seawall in Galveston. Fish Tales specializes in seafood straight from the Gulf of Mexico, as well as pastas, steaks, salads and more. Start with our famous Shrimp Kisses – bacon-wrapped and stuffed with jalapeno Jack cheese. Then savor Galveston seafood by trying one of our signature dishes like Fresh Catch Redfish, Fried Shrimp, Blackened Stuffed Catfish Etouffée or Succulent Snow Crab Legs. After an incredible meal, indulge in our large assortment of ice cream and desserts that will satisfy any sweet tooth! Fish Tales in Galveston is open daily for lunch and dinner with great happy specials including beers & cocktails.

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Curtiss

Dined on Dec 30, 2024

We had fun. I thought it was noisy, but my daughter said it was noisier on the Pleasure Pier and FishTales was quiet in comparison. Our waitress was fun and hardworking. The food was good, but great is still out there. We’ve been eating out every night since Dec. 23rd as family is coming in from all over at different times. And each place we went to I ordered a Balvenie Doublewood and after dinner the Bread Pudding. FishTales had no Balvenie and the bread pudding ranked at the bottom. But, we really had a good time and my fettuccine was just swell.

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