BEAUTIFUL venue! Can't beat $35 3-course brunch/lunch menu with a View!! Service was superb! read more

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I've been into Aperitivo many times since they opened to help support a new neighborhood business. I've even brought friends to try to introduce them to a new spot. The food and drinks were overpriced, but we overlooked it because the space is nice and we like the view. That ends tonight. I went in to meet my husband and a friend for a cocktail. Both of the receptionists looked at me like I had two heads when I told them I was there to meet someone already upstairs. I gave them the name on the reservation, they told me they wouldn't be able to help me because it was for two. I understand. I was going to ask about just sitting at the bar, then I get told they can't let me up because I'm wearing a graphic tee. Mind you I'm wearing tailored jeans, nice leather drivers and a very nice tee. I've been in several times and have seen countless folks in nice tees, including the DJ EVERY time I've been in when they have a live DJ going. The hostess turning me away looked like she was wearing a Zara crew and hadn't washed her hair for days. Like... come on. I looked at OpenTable out of curiosity to see what availability was like tonight, wide open all evening. I can't imagine why. You've lost a frequent visitor and I will make sure all that ask me about your establishment get the same message I'm leaving here: don't waste your time with this overpriced, pick and choose, wanna be pretentious place. You're better off going downtown to literally anywhere else. read more

Monthly girl dinner was here. And I could not recommend this restaurant enough!! The vibes, ambiance, views, and the service is spectacular!!! Our server Carlos was well knowledged on the menu and offered to show us pictures of the dishes and his opinion of family style dishes!! We tried the beef Wellington bites, arancini, spicy coppa pizza, spina mushroom cannelloni, and the chicken parmesan. All the dishes were delicious and no complaints. Ask for Carlos!!! read more

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The service was very good, and the food and cocktails were great. During the daytime, there really isn't a view of the City of Houston, because the side that faces it is closed (no tables set up) so the only view is Edo--not much of a view. That said the atmosphere is nice and scent of jasmine is in the air. Also, this place has a rather pretentious "dress code" listed on their website, but every item on their list was violated by every table except ours so apparently it's just a list they put up to seem exclusive and justify the prices, which are a bit high. We saw sports attire, ball caps, revealing clothing, etc. so don't let the dress code fool you. Oh and you can't get up to the place without the person at the lobby desk using a fob to let you up there, which is a nuisance, since she isn't always there. read more

Diego was amazing ! So sweet and understanding! this best looking restaurant in Houston the food was amazing read more

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Our waiter saved our experience, because he was friendly, helpful, and attentive. The start of our trip was less than ideal for a mid week date night. The host on the first floor was rude to us, and the host on the rooftop was rude to us too... The feeling you get when someone doesnt speak to you like another human was how we started the night. Sure, we were a few minutes late past our rezy grace period, but there is no need for the attitude. If you can't seat us fine, but dont give us a hard time when the rooftop is less than 50% full. We were about to leave, but our waiter came to took our order with a welcoming smile. He was awesome. We probably won't go back even though they have a great view of the city. There are too many great places to hang in Houston to deal with being treated poorly. read more

In kinda a developing development. Make reservations so you can get a good seat with a view of the city. They have decent charcuterie options and a full menu. They do get busy and it is small so in certain instances they may give you a time limit on sitting. My date did not like it but it is kinda small. Not bad but I don't have to come back. read more

Racial profiling! We recently visited Aperitivo in Houston, and unfortunately, our experience was disappointing. We completely understand and respect dress codes, but the way it was handled left us feeling uncomfortable, disrespected, and racially profiled. We checked Instagram and the OpenTable reservation email before our visit, and neither mentioned any dress code. Upon arrival, we saw a sign indicating a dress code, but since we requested and booked to seat outside, we presumed there might be more flexibility due to the heat. We also noticed two gentlemen inside (white aka French as manager stated) and one seated outside, wearing caps without any issue, which made us think exceptions were being made. Before we ordered food and drinks, we spoke to the manager, Rico, and asked him for a photo. He didn't mention that my husband needed to remove his cap. The owner, Sebastian, who also acted as the manager, didn't say anything either when he brought us drinks. However, when the hostess later came to our table, she insisted my husband remove his cap. Rico and Sebastian were both staring at us at this point, which made the situation feel even more uncomfortable. We pointed out that others were wearing caps, and the hostess seemed understanding, but when we addressed Rico, he explained that the man wearing a cap inside was French and someone he knew, which felt like an unfair explanation, especially since the individual was also White. He also stated that he was only staring at us because he assumed we wanted a tour of the location while we were eating. To make matters worse, when we spoke to Sebastian (aka the owner), he didn't offer an apology or explanation. Instead, he asked our daughter what she did for a living lol, as if she weren't qualified to question the policy. If there's a strict dress code, it should be enforced consistently from the start. The inconsistency in handling the situation, combined with how we were approached, left us feeling racially profiled and disrespected. Our plans were to enjoy the afternoon, after this we felt completely uncomfortable we asked for our check and left. We will not be returning. read more

If you're looking for something new and aesthetically, pleasing to the Eye, great bar service and a magical ambience this is the place! The decor is retro, but inviting the service is impeccable. read more

Carlos really took care of us. It was my wife's birthday and the whole crew were aware attentive and ensured we had the best experience. Definitely coming back...thanks to Carlos read more

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First time going to this Rooftop with my girlfriends for a Sunday Brunch. Made sure you make a reservation ahead of time since it gets full. The drinks are perfect and the Brunch menu and food were really good. Small portions and overpriced. Our service outstanding. Perfect for a Sunday afternoon. There is a 20% tip automatically added in your bill just be aware and a "very strict dress code" policy. So not a place to go randomly. read more

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Aperitivo has an incredible environment!! I've gone back many times! It's warm, welcoming, and full of great vibes. The food is delicious, and the atmosphere makes every visit memorable. As a Hispanic, I can confidently say there is no racial profiling here; just friendly, inclusive service. The dress code is reasonable and helps maintain the classy, enjoyable feel of the place. Some of the complaints I've seen feel more like nitpicking. Overall, I highly recommend Aperitivo to anyone looking for a great time with amazing food and ambiance! read more

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The food, service & ambiance was great; seating arrangements not so much. The area my reservation was for, was occupied due to their videographer filming content. We were reseated elsewhere, but it turned out to be someone else's seats! We stayed put after explaining the situation, but the ordeal was time consuming and a bit of an inconvenience. read more

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Great rooftop bar and restaurant good service great music tasty appetizers try it you'll like it

Absolutely love the views. Impeccable service and a well thought out menu. Will definitely return and recommend for an upscale experience

Kelby was a great server. He went out of his way to accommodate our large group on the patio when the temperature unexpectedly dropped. Excellent service on a very busy night. read more

Beautiful ambience and service! Everyone we encountered was so nice. The food was also pretty tasty!

What a fucking fantastic experience. My husband and I were drinking that crisp white shit- Sauvignon blanc from Sancerre loire valley. Stared at the ceiling a little while in admiration and awe between snipits of the Astros game. Rico was fantastic as always and very hospitable. The general manager was fantastic- his hair was even better. Come and have a pizza and a bottle of wine or two . read more

I came to celebrate my wife's birthday with 12 of her closest friends. The reservation was booked multiple days in advance. When we got there they had us sitting in a hallway when the dining area where everyone was sitting would have been a better location. We had planned on sitting outside but due to weather, they had us in the hallway. When the rain stopped, they transferred the multiple tables that were in the hallway outside right after placing the food on our table. We ended up letting our food get cold while we waited for them to set the table outside. The food was ok but the worst part of the night was getting robbed $200 from the waiter and paying the bill. When confronting the manager, the waiter denied not getting the money and told us that we need to check the cameras. We agreed that the cameras needed to be checked to confirm the cash payment. Quickly after, the manager refunded the $200 to on the bill. He said he didn't like my attitude when I brought it up. Use this message as a warning. You ruined my wife's birthday. Expect to see a complaint from me to the better business bureau. read more

This place sucks. I've visited Aperitivo twice now. I thought the first time might have been a fluke but it wasn't. The second time was worse. Visit 1. We had a reservation and were promptly seated at 4pm on Sunday. Several of us had hats and t-shirts. No problem (wait for visit 2). The upstairs is decorated nice. The view is not at all as advertised. You can only see the skyline if you lean over the edge. Otherwise, you see homeless encampments along the bayou and a sea of white townhomes. There are places in the same neighborhood with much better views. When our waitress came over, she informed us it was last call! Why were we be allowed to make a reservation at last call?! We ordered a round of drinks and around 30 minutes later we got our 4 drinks and a sparkling water. The bar was dead. We were practically the only people there so 30 minutes for a drink is ridiculous. The drinks were subpar for $18. The price point isn't an issue, I don't mind paying that price for a cocktail if it's good. These drinks were just fine. Since it was apparently last call, we went ahead and made a reservation on the spot for another visit where we would have time to "enjoy" this new east side spot close to our house. Visit 2. We showed up for the reservation we made on our last visit and the rude front desk staff claimed the reservation didn't exist. Ugh. Great start. Took a while but we eventually convinced the front desk that our reservation existed even though they didn't have it. The front desk staff also told us we didn't meet the look even though we were wearing a similar fit to our first visit. I had to turn my shirt inside out to be allowed inside. Just my opinion but an inside out shirt looks trashier than what my shirt originally had printed on it. Enough edits were made to our fits that we were allowed up. When we got up, I was surprised to see other people with hats. Kind of like it was selective as to which people were allowed to wear hats. Hint, be white and wanderlust. Also hilarious that I had to adjust my fit to get in but the upstairs was loaded with ill-fitting, falling apart, wrinkled Zara. : / Anyway, we tried to shake off the unwelcoming welcome and ordered drinks. Drinks took 45 minutes to arrive! And 1 in our group never got their drink after an hour of waiting. By this point we were over it. So we closed out early and went to the neighbor dive bar for better cocktails and better service. End thoughts. This place isn't the vibe. Unwelcoming, rude staff, bad service, and inconsistent rules are not for me. It desperately wants to be bougie but doesn't meet the standard. Won't be back. read more

Great first experience here! The atmosphere was a vibe, the food was great, but the drinks and the service were the best part thanks to Cici! read more

Monthly dinner did not disappoint! We were new to apertivo and immediately were impressed with the service from elevator to table! Ambiance = on point! Nice view and live music for a lively Wednesday night social. Our waiter, Carlos, was attentive, amenable and definitely hits the gym. We never felt like we were waiting or pressured to speed up our dinner. Food was a solid 8/10 recommend the nonos marg for a sweet pre dinner drink. Starters: arancini was a solid dish, flavorful and perfect amount of crunch on the crust. Beef Wellington is a must, savory galore. Main: chicken parm was pretty mid, spicy coppa pizza is a must, and spinach mushroom was good but nothing to call home about. Overall, great experience at apertivo. We will be back, cheers! read more

Food was delicious. Went for a girls brunch, the drinks were good and the ice cream espresso dessert was amazing. read more

I recommend this as I had very decent pasta. Friends were pleased with their meals as well, and service was very attentive. Great wait staff and nice ambience. 5 star read more

I had a terrible experience at this bar. Very poor service overall. The restaurant has a 15 min grace period for your reservation, which is fine. However, we got stuck in traffic due to a very heavy rain which left many of adjacent streets partially flooded. We arrived at the place 3 min over our grace period and were told that we no longer had a table. After complaining and waiting for a while the hostess finally agreed to go upstairs and check the availability and we were able to get in. The food was mediocre, I ordered the" seasonal crudo" the fish was not fresh and was drenched in the dressing which looked more like a soup. The bartender is the highlight of the place, she is professional and the cocktails were delicious. Overall, It is a very pretentious place with poor service and overpriced food. read more

Really wanted to like this place.. had heard mixed reviews but unfortunately when finally deciding to book a reservation we were really disappointed. The food was actually.. not great. And I'm not critic! Also it's tough to get a drink wrong, but the drinks were super average. Very unfortunate because they have a great patio. Idk yall find out for y'all's selves. read more

Went on Thursday night and had a nice time until I realized I was charged for an extra drink. The receipt was never shown to me itemized before they charged my card and asked me for a tip. Luckily I asked for a printed receipt or I would have never known. I have now called 4 times and left two voicemail messages for there to be no response. Incredibly disappointed. Do not come here unless you want to be scammed. read more

Our visit here could have ended very badly but thanks God it didn't. We came here to celebrate a friend's birthday The place is absolutely beautiful! The prettiest rooftop bar in the city with flavorful small plates (our favorite was the lamb sliders) and our waitress, Kat, was amazing. However, we will not be returning due to how management handled a situation that put our entire party's safety at risk. One of my friends was approached by a woman sitting with the group next to us with a very passive aggressive comment in regards to her outfit. My friend politely dismissed her as the establishment has a strict dress code enforced (sign at the desk when checking in). Also, this is not a place you can just walk into. An employee has to come down and escort you on the elevator to the rooftop. There were no complaints from any employees or manager, just this one woman who is a customer like the rest of us. Once being dismissed by my friend, she went and sat back with her group while proceeding to make tasteless comments and eventually the whole group (40-50 year old women) was harassing us (23-26 year old women). One woman was threatening us! Saying things like "catch us outside", "we can fight about it" and so on.... She even aggressively attempted to charge at our table a few times. When management finally came around they did a terrible job of deescalating the situation. They had no patience, zero understanding, and approached the situation with a much too authoritative demeanor. It was as if they wanted us to shut up like we were children that's were embarrassing them. They didn't really care about us being harassed but did to how visible aggressive the other party was, they did kick them out. They kicked the other party out and sent them in the direction opposite of our table, yet the woman who first approached my friend still managed to get in front of our table waving her finger in our faces while management stood there and let her. We pleaded for them to get her away from us to which they responded with a threat to kick us out. We stayed for about another 20-30 mins and upon leaving out the building the group of women were outside waiting for us in a Range Rover. We then had to beg security to walk us to our car to which they did not want to do. Management needs to work of their mediation skills and learn how to ensure that customers can feel safe in side of and as well as out front of their establishment. read more

we had a great experience here! the ambiance after the sun goes down is great, the live music really made it special. the service was acceptable but slow at times. cocktails were solid, i had the non as margarita which was a unique take on a popular drink. espresso martini was solid! For food the bread service was just okay, charcuterie board was better. wellington bites and sliders were the best things but would prefer the sliders and likely try the pizza instead next time. overall we will be back, great for date night or girls night read more

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Angelina was extremely rude and not accommodating. Did not try to offer any help. Very disappointed in the service and likely won't come back. read more