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    Fratelli's Ristorante

    3.7 (249 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Seafood
    Closed • 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Romantic
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Salmon Mostarda
    Ciara N.

    I came here bc I saw the menu on HRW 2026. I love Italian food and have never been here before. I ordered the salmon, calamari and tiramisu. Thr portion was perfect. . Flavors of the food was excellent. Price was very affordable. I would come back. The calamari came with 2 sauce: marinara and the other sauce was an Kalamata olive with sautéed onions in Evoo. I thought it was different and delicious Im an olive lover. The salmon had and very nice lemony cream sauce on time. Very very delicious. Everything I had was very fresh as flavorful. Will be back here. Look for my detailed reviews with pictures on yelp. As far as parking, they are located in a shopping center so there's plenty of space if you're willing to walk. Inside the restaurant is a beautiful mural. Ok I'm going to take a nap now. But I do think the food here is good. Give it a try.

    Spaghetti & Meatball Bolognese Dinner
    Kasey Y.

    Came here for a double date and really enjoyed the experience. The environment is lively and welcoming -- you can tell this spot has a lot of tradition and has been a neighborhood favorite for a while. There were plenty of locals dining, which gave it a nice community feel. The food was solid overall. I had the spaghetti and meatballs -- the meat sauce was flavorful and the meatballs were decent, pretty classic and straightforward. The service stood out as especially friendly and attentive, which made the night even better. Definitely a fun place to come with friends or a date if you're looking for a casual, classic Italian spot with a warm atmosphere.

    Cannoli
    Cassie C.

    Came here on a Friday night with my family and it was awesome! Love the ambiance, they have a whole 2 walls of painted mural, very Italian feel. They have a couple seats outside too. The service was great. Food was really good and tasty. The warm chocolate cake with ice cream was amazing. We will definitely return. The first time before this I had the truffle pasta and that was amazing. There is a lot of parking in the lot.

    Truffle Pasta Dinner
    Rachel W.

    Not sure why this place has seemingly low reviews, but I had a good dinner at Fratelli's. The pizza was the best dish that we ordered - I loved how thin the crust was. The crust was more on the crispy side, whereas I wished it was a little softer. The Truffle Pasta was alright, but not as rich in flavor as other truffle pastas that I've had; however, it was a much more affordable price point, so I understand. The Eggplant Parm was solid and a good dish that balanced out the richness of the Truffle Pasta. Their bread basket is good too but sadly only the first basket is free, there is a charge for each basket after. The service was quick and the waitstaff was attentive - they were quick to take plates away. The interior has more of a dated feel, but it carries its own charm. Given the current review average on Yelp, I was a little nervous to try this place, but I'm glad I did! Solid Italian food without breaking the bank.

    Wine by the glass in $10 range and affordable bottles of wine as low as $35.
    Walter M.

    Lovely neighborhood Italian restaurant with good dinners at affordable prices. Coordinated and professional hostess and wait staff. Plenty of free parking. Highly recommended.

    Pasta Primavera
    William L.

    Tucked away in the corner of a strip center off Wirt, Fratelli's is a longstanding staple of our Spring Branch community. I came with a group on a weekday evening and since we had a private back room, I didn't get to fully experience the main dining room's ambiance (I know they have live music on certain nights). I am not the best judgement of Italian cuisine due to allergy constraints but I thought the Pasta Primevera was pretty delicious. I loved having a medley of veggies on my plate and the garlic sauce was a great pairing. It belongs to the empty plate club for me although I could've definitely used a bigger portion. I did see my friend ordered the "Linguine Pescatore Bianco" and if I had the chance to customize my order I would probably get that the next time. Overall fairly happy with my order, service was attentive and got everyone's order/drinks out fairly quickly. Would give this place another try!

    Fettuccine Pescatore Bianca
    Ben P.

    Food: Excellent, Fresh and Clean Ingredients. Service: No complain, super tentative to guests and made sure you're taken care of. Ambiance: Cozy, as if you're dining in a neighbor Restaurant in Italy Conclusion: 10/10 will be my weekly.

    One of the bigger private rooms
    Annalisa P.

    I came here for a holiday work party. The restaurant is beautiful inside and decorated tastefully for Christmas. We reserved the larger private room that can fit about 15 people. The service was ok. It took a while to get iced tea and a straw for it. I even walked around before they got busy just to look for a server. There's only one male and one female restroom for the entire restaurant. There's plenty of seating and small patio seating, so I'm not sure why there's a lack of restrooms. My co-workers raved about dishes they liked here. I went with the pollo piccata over the eggplant parm. I was worried that the eggplant would be underdone. I didn't really like what I ordered, so I ate one of two chicken filets, picked at the veggies, and had the noodles. I tried. The chicken was bland without the sauce. I love Italian food, and this was not my favorite. There weren't that many lunch options. It's a bit overpriced for the food quality. I'd rather go to Carrabba's or Olive Garden. There were a lot of people dining here when we left. It's just not for me.

    Very good service. Great food. Wonderful ambiance. Tina is the best. Please ask for her when you go in. She'll take wonderful care of you and goes into great detail what is on the menu and what specials there are.

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    Any server any food item you will be a happy camper. I promise you feel like you are at home they treat you like family .

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    The food and service is great. The place is very warm and the waiters check up on you to make sure you're doing great. Love going there

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    Great and friendly service. Beautiful musical duo. Great happy hour prices. Delicious pizza

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    Ask the Community - Fratelli's Ristorante

    Is this a casual restaurant?

    Yes it is, but most do dress fairly nice.

    Has anyone been here since chef mark cox came aboard!?

    Yes, and it was extremely disappointing... went from a great neighborhood Italian restaurant to an overpriced average restaurant. Best dishes were taken off the menu.

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    Yummy Seafood & Oyster Bar - Delicious edamame!!

    Yummy Seafood & Oyster Bar

    4.3(110 reviews)
    5.8 mi•The Heights
    •$$

    The yummy house sauce is the freaking best... it's so good... I'm still thinking about it a few…read moredays later... We got the 6 Ibs medium spice level with corn and potatoes. Unfortunately adding corn and potato's is an additional cost but it's so worth it. Curious to try the leftover sauce with the rice next time We also got the gulf oysters which came with your typical oyster dressings. They were so fresh and plump!!! Next time I would try the premium seasonal oysters :)

    I really wanted this to be a hit. Seafood, oysters, alcohol....vibes and a time right? It wasn't…read more I tried the bang bang shrimp, fried pickles, and chargrilled oysters. Something simple that should be an easy win. Unfortunately, everything leaned the same direction: either it was heavy, over-sauced, or overly garlicky. It tasted more like dressed-up frozen food than something thoughtfully prepared. And listen...I don't mind indulgent. But there still has to be balance and fresh food. Fresh like it was raw and delivered today, not fresh like fried in the last 15 mins. When everything is coated, covered, and competing, nothing actually stands out. The drinks didn't help either. They leaned hard on alcohol without much flavor behind them--more "this will get you there" than "this tastes good." Nothing was terrible. But nothing made me want another bite, either. And with seafood, that's kind of the whole point. The atmosphere is friendly, great music, and the service was very attentive. Even the presentation wasn't bad. It just wasn't enough. But at some point, you stop asking what's missing and just accept that it's not landing. I was still hungry so I went next door hoping for a better experience. I want to be clear: It's not bad. It's just not working.

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    Goode Company Seafood

    3.9(939 reviews)
    6.0 mi
    •$$
    Casual dining
    Takes reservations

    Probably the best seafood I have ever eaten! Staff is friendly and I loved the unique decorations…read moreon the walls. The grilled salmon and the gumbo are both absolutely amazing, but I would recommend you come for oysters in the fall and winter. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for delicious seafood in Houston!

    Back at one of my favorites!…read more Started with the Smoked Redfish Dip and, as always, it did not disappoint. Creamy, smoky, flavorful, and paired with warm crackers... an easy 10/10. I decided to step outside my comfort zone and try the Oysters Rockefeller... and let's just say they weren't my speed. They weren't bad, just not for me. So naturally I sent them back and ordered my tried-and-true favorite... Chargrilled Oysters with extra garlic butter, Parmesan, and bacon. Now THAT'S what I came for! Rich, buttery, cheesy, smoky, and absolutely loaded with flavor. Every bite reminded me why these are my go-to. And because brunch rules apply... it was only right to enjoy a pineapple mimosa (or two ). Light, refreshing, and the perfect pairing for all that seafood. If you're visiting Goode Co. Seafood, my advice is simple: Don't skip the Smoked Redfish Dip. Order the Chargrilled Oysters. Add extra garlic butter. Thank me later. 9.5/10 -- I'll definitely be back! #LoveJonesEats #HoustonEats #GoodeSeafood #ChargrilledOysters #SeafoodLover #HoustonFoodie #BrunchVibes #MimosaMood #SupportLocal #FoodieFinds

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    KP’s Kitchen - Bread pudding with ice cream

    KP’s Kitchen

    4.6(324 reviews)
    0.8 mi•Memorial
    •$$

    I wandered in not expecting much, but my experience here ended up much better than I thought…read more I went with their August prix fixe and went with their Truffle Deviled Eggs, Crispy Sweet & Sour Shrimp, and Key Lime Tart. The deviled eggs make good comfort food and was satisfying. This version doesn't have much of a kick, but it's very creamy and you can definitely taste the truffle oil. The homemade potato chips also add to the texture and salt between bites. The shrimp dish was fun with a light and crispy batter, well-seasoned and drizzled with sweet chili sauce. The cool ranch surprisingly added to the shrimp and enhanced the chili sauce rather than overwhelming it. The made-in-house fries were far better than expected. I was somewhat expecting dense, oily, boring fries, but these were very crisp and somehow didn't feel too greasy as far as fries goes. Almost seemed like an injustice for it to be served with ketchup as it was too good for it. Lastly, the tart was a great way to end the meal without it being too much. Loved the crust. The tart shell tasted really good and went well with the filling, which had a lighter consistency than pudding. Fruits tasted like they were on season, even though it should be a bit too late for strawberries. I'm also a sucker for meringue. I'll have to come back to see if it wasn't a fluke, but there were a lot of dishes here that looked good. Maybe even swing by for happy hour, we'll see. Definitely a nice spot to visit in this neighborhood.

    Came here with a friend for Happy Hour and it was a good time!…read more It was pretty empty when we got here around 4 but got pretty packed after ~5:30. We ordered the following: - Mama Pauly's Meatballs - Buttermilk Popcorn Chicken Bites - White Truffle Devil Eggs - Single Cheeseburger Separate from the Happy Hour Menu: - KP's Wicked Wings (BBQ Flavor) - Crispy Sweet n/ Sour Shrimp Out of everything we ordered from the happy hour menu, I would personally recommend the meatballs, truffle devil eggs, and cheeseburger. The meatballs and tomato sauce were both solid and I loved the toasted bread on the side. As for the truffle deviled eggs, that's something you don't see often on the menu! The truffle flavor/aroma was solid and the fresh chips on top were nice. The cheeseburger was pretty good and I enjoyed all the veggies that came with! Aside from that, the restaurant had a neat interior/decorations and good service!

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    Balboa Surf Club

    Balboa Surf Club

    4.3(222 reviews)
    3.5 mi•Galleria/Uptown
    •$$$

    Wow this place really blew me away. It's a near perfect spot for a business lunch or dinner (or if…read moreyou're willing to splurge with your own money for a good meal or a hot date). I wasn't sure what to expect based on the name of the restaurant, but essentially their seafood options are spectacular. And it feels like an exclusive club because the decor and service are both very much high class and special. We tried the coconut shrimp as the appetizer and really liked it. It was lightly fried and the shrimp was cooked to perfection - not under and not over. I would highly recommend this one to start. Loved it. If you're looking for a fair-priced meal, they have lots of salad and sandwich options. I tried the salmon poke bowl and it was so delicious. The fish was extremely fresh, and all the flavors blended together really well. It was like a healthy party in my mouth. It was great decision. You wanna splurge a bit and live large like YOLO? You gotta get the crab cake. Now, how good can a crab cake be? Well, if you're paying close to $50 for one crab cake, you better believe it's gonna be freaking awesome. And alas, it was. Best crab cake I've ever had in my life, no joke. And I've tried a lot of crab cakes in my many decades of dining out. Overall, I would highly recommend this restaurant and will be coming back many times. Enjoy! Quick note on parking - plenty of parking in a huge lot shared by many businesses such as Kenny and Ziggy's. Only annoying part is several sections of the lot are designated for specific businesses, so just look for the signs and be willing to park a little bit further away towards Taco Deli and Bluestone.

    I was excited to finally try Balboa Surf Club since I drive by it all the time and it's located…read morenear several of my favorite restaurants. Unfortunately, this turned out to be one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've had in quite some time. We had an 8:00 PM reservation but weren't seated until around 8:30 PM. While delays happen and I was willing to overlook that, the experience only went downhill from there. We ordered Palomas to kick off our Friday night. The drinks took quite a while to arrive, and when they did, they were noticeably watered down. I politely mentioned it to our server, who quickly took them back and brought replacements, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, the second round was nearly identical to the first. When I brought it up again, instead of acknowledging the feedback, the server responded by saying it was "just not a sugary drink." That completely missed the point. I wasn't expecting a sweet cocktail--I was pointing out that the drinks tasted diluted and poorly made. What bothered me most wasn't the drinks themselves, but how the feedback was handled. I wasn't looking for free drinks or trying to be difficult. I was simply offering honest feedback, and it felt like my opinion was being dismissed rather than heard. Unfortunately, the food didn't redeem the experience. We ordered several dishes to get a good sense of the menu, and most were overwhelmingly salty. The salt overpowered any other flavors to the point that we couldn't finish some of the dishes. The sushi was the best thing we had, but even that lacked the presentation and quality I would expect at this price point. To be fair, the manager did remove the drinks from our bill as a courtesy, and I appreciate that gesture. However, by that point the damage had already been done. A resolution is only effective when guests feel heard and respected throughout the process. Instead, I felt like I had to defend my opinion and justify my feedback before anyone took it seriously. At the end of the day, a restaurant can be trendy, crowded, and beautifully designed, but none of that matters if the food and service don't deliver. Balboa Surf Club has the atmosphere and location, but in my experience it falls short where it matters most. Overall, I'm glad I finally tried it because I had always been curious, but now I know I won't be back and cannot recommend it. If you're looking for a similar concept, I'd recommend Hudson House. The atmosphere is comparable, but the drinks are consistently well-made, the food is much better, and the service has always been far superior.

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    Boil House - Crawfish!!

    Boil House

    4.4(536 reviews)
    5.6 mi•The Heights
    •$$

    Came in on a Friday night, to get some crawfish! But we ended up with wayyyy more two strawberry…read moredaiquiris, a pound of shrimp with corn, sausage and potatoes later we were good! The crawfish was as good, but had a very different taste than what I was used to, I think they added lime juice in the crawfish. It wasn't bad but very weird lol. My only gripe is the parking and the daiquiri. *there's street parking ofc, but you can end up walking a little far. But there's also parking in the back and enough room for about 6 cars. There's also parking in the front as well. For the Patrice of the daiquiri I didn't think I'd be getting a kiddie sized cup. My total was 26.25 and I added 1 dollar for a tip Overall.. I'm half and half on coming back, but we will see

    Came here for the first time towards the end of crawfish season, after hearing good things…read more Parking- on the street. Small lil place. Patio outside not covered, so when it's hot you have to try and hide near the sides with benches that are closer to the building for fake shade. Service- easy, order at the counter. No wait time. As soon as I placed my order I had my crawfish bag in hand. I belive $9.99 a lb right now. Food- unfortunately, the flavor was overly salty for me. I was done after 1 lb. But I see alot of folks enjoy this place, so they won't be hurting without my business. Try them out, you may love it.

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    Crawfish Cafe - Plump

    Crawfish Cafe

    4.2(761 reviews)
    4.5 mi•The Heights
    •$$$

    3rd time to this location,(best) Bellaire is 2nd and the Pearland location comes in last place(food…read morewasn't hot and a little salty) and now we've tried them all! I got my usual Kickin Cajun Crawfish - spicy -so much flavor and it really isn't too spicy! Hubs got the 1lb headless shrimp with Texas Cajun- spicy with garlic butter and they were perfectly cooked. Okra-5/5 very lightly breaded Crawfish eggrolls- meh Wings- Cajun buffalo 5/5 taste like Franks with added Cajun flavors We didn't get it this time but get the red beans and rice- yummmm(better here because it isn't dry like the Bellaire location) service is quick and friendly and the time to come is at lunch or early because they get really busy!

    Nut allergy friendly: Pretty much no issues here!…read more Parking: There's some in the strip mall but definitely less than at the Bellaire location. Time to Appetizers: 20 Minutes Time to Crawfish: 25 Minutes It's a solid branch from the main location in Bellaire, but they're missing some things. For example, the Bellaire location has the new Viet-Cajun flavor of sauce that hasn't debuted here yet (though you can DIY a mix). (Review is for July 2026 if they've updated since then) We got here at 6:05PM and got seated with no issues. Ordered the following: Combo #1 with extra corn and potatoes (3.5/5): Crawfish isn't in season, so don't be surprised at my low rating. It's still great and flavorful all around. Garlic Noodles with Shrimp (4/5): Still incredibly rich and buttery and garlicy and great for a palate cleanser. I'd skip the shrimp; you get eight pieces for $10 extra and that's not really worth it. Crawfish Beignets (4.5/5): Still a fantastic appetizer. Comes out hot, crispy, buttery, and is a really indulgence. 1 lb. Little Neck Clams (4.5/5): I liked these more than the crawfish tbh. It really does depend on what's in season. Very easy to eat, very flavorful. Service was generally good but our server seemed slammed; it took a long time to get water refills and to place extra orders (we got a second order of beignets to-go). Market price for crawfish is high and they're not in season, so don't be afraid to ask. The Combo #1 in July 2026 was $22. Overall, I'll probably be back during crawfish season especially because it's more convenient for me than the Bellaire location, but the Bellaire location has it beat for general atmosphere after the remodeling and much better options for mixes there.

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    They recommended the Chargrilled Oysters and the Crawfish. In this photo there are lots of happy people eating .

    Crawfish Cafe - Golden fried oysters served over crispy wonton chips, finished with chipotle tartar sauce and fresh pico de gallo. Includes four pieces.

    Golden fried oysters served over crispy wonton chips, finished with chipotle tartar sauce and fresh pico de gallo. Includes four pieces.

    Crawfish Cafe - Tender shrimp smothered in a zesty, buttery sauce! Packed with flavor and ready to dig in.

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