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    Leo’s River Oaks

    3.8 (70 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Wedge Salad
    Ogechi O.

    Kennedy the floor manager was welcoming and accommodating. I initially was sat at a small table and she asked if I would offer a bigger table. I appreciated this because I knew we were about to order a lot of food. lol Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavor. The roasted chicken was incredibly juicy and perfectly seasoned, while the broccolini provided a fresh, smoky balance. The short rib over creamy potato purée was rich, tender, and comforting without feeling heavy. I do wish the pork chop had more of a flavor profile. It needed a sauce or more seasoning. The octopus was grilled to perfection and paired with delicious potato which elevated the dish. The crab cakes while small were delicious. The cocktail was refreshing, well-balanced, and the perfect accompaniment to the meal. To end the evening, we had some of the carrot cake which was my least favorite. Beyond the food, the atmosphere felt upscale yet welcoming. The live music made my night!!

    Umami Royale cheeseburger
    Brandi B.

    When I tell you this was the best cheeseburger I've ever had... just wow. Had to get that praise out of the way first and foremost. Leo's vibes are nice! We were tucked a bit behind a wall so I couldn't hear the pianist very well, but I love anywhere that has live music. Our waiter was incredibly professional and friendly, checking on us the perfect amount. We started with the whipped feta ricotta which was deliciousss, the bread it comes with was mouthwatering. I had the aforementioned perfect cheeseburger and my friend had the scallops and veal milanese, both of which he enjoyed. Also ordered the Bread Winner cocktail - our waiter suggested it after getting my cocktail preferences and it was a good choice! My friend accidentally left his glasses and since we had made a reservation they had my phone number on file and promptly gave me a call after clearing our table! The thoughtfulness was a much appreciated.

    Henry B.

    Came in with a reservation on a Friday night and seated immediately. There was a singer for live music. Dress code: business casual, jacket optional for men Food 5/5 : we ordered the oyster Rockefeller, veal Milanese, potato dauphinoise, Caesar salad and chocolate soufflé. The potato dauphinoise and the soufflé are favorites that I order every time and love. The veal was fantastic as well, not as big of a fan of the oyster but they were decent. Ambiance 5/5: beautiful ambiance with live music and romantic atmosphere Service 5/5: friendly, helpful and fast with food. Unfortunately ran out of the burger that I had been planning to try but tried to give alternatives. Value 3.5/5: fair value for what is being paid for. Overall 4.7/5: one of my favorite fine dining places in towns. I come here regularly for my fix of soufflé and dauphinoise. Great service, great food and great a atmosphere for a fair price Parking: kind of a mess. Valet is 7 or 10$ can't remember. There's also paid parking nearby and a garage across the 5 lane street.

    Pineapple Chantilly Cake
    Donna V.

    I celebrated my Birthday with my partner at Leo's River Oaks and it was everything I dreamed of and more. At first, we thought sitting close to the pianist would be too loud, but it turned out to be the best seat in house. Intimate, romantic, and tucked from the guests. We were in our own bubble, encapsulated by melody and completely blocked out the background chatters. We began our evening with Leo's Dozen (14 oysters) and cocktails -- Orange Foam Old Fashion and Strawberry Fields with Yuzu were both superb. For mains, the Scallops in brown butter was unfortunately lackluster, and the least impressive dish of the night. NY Strip with house Chimichurri and crispy Dauphinoise was substantial. The flavors and textures complemented each other well. For desserts, cake of day was Pineapple Chantilly offered complimentary to guests celebrating special occasions. It was, without a doubt, the best cake I've ever eaten. I wish it were a permanent item on the menu because I'm already looking forward to my next visit, hoping to taste that delicious Pineapple Chantilly Cake again.

    Lobster Thermidor
    Mike R.

    Yelp says 3 stars is an OK experience, therefore Leo's is getting 3 stars for our visit on Christmas Eve. I'll preface this review with the note that we thought the only option we were going to have at the restaurant was the Prix Fixe menu advertised for Christmas Eve. Once we got to the restaurant, we found out we could order off of the full menu, and even get items off the Prix Fixe - Sounded like the best of both worlds. It didn't necessarily turn out that way. When my wife and I arrived for our 5:15 reservation, the place was already pretty happening. There was a singer and a piano player playing which could have been a good thing, but the volume was SO loud. We were lucky we weren't seated near the singer, but the volume still was unbearable at the midpoint of the restaurant. We let our server know, and I'm sure some other tables did also, and the volume of the music was turned down 10 minutes into our experience. The ambiance was much better at that point. I will say the restaurant is beautiful and likely will be a great addition to the fine dining scene in Houston. The waitstaff was friendly and very attentive at the beginning. As the meal went on, and the restaurant got busier, service was less attentive for sure. As mentioned before, we found out we could order off of the Prix Fixe menu or the full a la carte menu understanding that the items from the Prix Fixe would be at a la carte prices. So ... we went with first courses off of the regular menu, and ordered each of the entrees from the Prix Fixe - The Prime Rib and the Lobster Thermidor. The first courses - a Caesar Salad and a lobster bisque were outstanding. Things were really looking up!! This was also the time where the service slowed down. After finishing the early courses, there was a very long wait for the entree's. When they did come, we were disappointed for sure. Neither of the entrees came with the sides that were described with them on the Prix Fixe menu (perhaps our fault for assuming), and the serving size, especially for the lobster thermidor was very small. We ordered the Potato Pave at this point since we had no side dishes. Once it came out it turned out to be pretty bland, and undercooked. We did not finish much of the potato. And I had myself pumped up for a nice slab of prime rib. I did get some flavorful well cooked meat, but it was shaved already and felt closer to roast beef perhaps because of the presentation than Prime Rib. It was tasty, but not what I expected. That could be entirely my fault to have different expectations. The potatoes were the only dish not cooked well or flavorful. We shared the chocolate torte with salted caramel ice cream and it was good. All in all the meal was an OK experience. We will probably return on a regular night and sample more of the a la carte menu. Perhaps I will update the rating at that time.

    Chi A.

    Leo's is a new fine dining spot tucked away in River Oaks, and it definitely brings an old school, upscale vibe to the area, fitting in nicely next to Perry's. We went on a Friday evening right at opening (5 PM), and although we originally planned to sit at the bar, we decided to grab a table since there were four of us. The dining area was beautiful and quite spacious. There's even an upstairs seating area which would make for a cute birthday dinner or date night. Right off the bat, the service stood out and became one of the highlights of the night. Our waiter, Rène, was attentive, warm, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. He helped us navigate our options and made thoughtful recommendations throughout the evening. We ordered a variety of dishes to share, ranging from the crab cake, kale salad, octopus, oysters, Brussels sprouts, and lamb chops. The crab cake was delicious, with a nice sear and flavor, and the kale salad was refreshing. According to my friends, the oysters were fresh and clean, and the lamb chops were decent. Where things fell a bit flat were the octopus and Brussels sprouts. The octopus lacked flavor and didn't have the tender texture I was hoping for. The Brussels sprouts, unfortunately, was also underwhelming and unseasoned. Leo's did redeem themselves with the chocolate tres leche desert. We all split it and the richness was top tier. Despite a couple of misses with the food, the overall experience was enjoyable, and the ambiance felt special without being too stuffy. Leo's has a lot of potential, and I'd definitely come back to explore more of the menu (and for Rene's great service). Just hoping they fine-tune a few things. Also, the parking is valet only and the spaces are quite tight so avoid coming on a crowded night. If you do, use a ride share service.

    Jackie C.

    We had an overall good meal here but my entree was disappointing. We got the bread and butter, steak tartare, crab cake, wedge salad, grilled octopus as appetizers, and the dauphinoise, truffle risotto, and broccolini as sides. My favorites were the dauphinoise and truffle risotto. Everything else was good but not super memorable - the flavors were solid but just didn't really pop. For my entree, I got the NY strip. I asked for medium rare but it was cooked more to medium. Compared to a quality steakhouse, it was pretty subpar so if you want steak, do yourself a favor and go to a proper steakhouse. My friend's braised short rib was quite tasty though. For dessert, we got the soufflé which was one of the best things we ate all evening - especially the ginger ice cream it came with. Service was pretty good and the food came out timely so no complaints there. And the ambiance was old-timey classy, with a piano player that we enjoyed. The parking situation is not great - either luck out with street parking or pay for valet. I might come back but given how many other amazing restaurants there are in town, I probably wouldn't hurry back here.

    8 ounce filet mignon
    Amenda K.

    Leo's River Oaks is such a bougie restaurant! My parents and I decided to come here for the first time to celebrate Mother's Day, and we were so happy with our choice. (It was thoughtful that we received a call day-of to confirm our reservation and were asked for dietary restrictions.) When you walk in, there's a bar to the left with a mix of cozy booths and high top seating. To the right is the dining room, which has both booths and standard seating available. There are two stories, and from what I could tell, the second floor seems to be more intimate, perfect for parties of two. The dim lighting, chandeliers, and candles created a lovely ambiance. Paired with the live pianist, it made for a great environment. There is also a patio area, which is used for happy hour. To start off, their Bread and Butter was absolutely PHENOMENAL. Hands down the best I've ever had. We also ordered the Gem Lettuce Caesar amongst the three of us. It was split into 4 portions, making it easier to share. The salad was okay; I just wish it had more dressing. For entrees, my parents ordered the 8 ounce Filet Mignon, which I tried and found delicious. I ordered the Roasted Half Chicken, which was so juicy. For sides, we ordered the Potato Dauphinoise, Portabella Mushrooms, and Butternut Squash. All were yummy, but the butternut squash was a tad bit too salty for my liking. We ended the night with their creme-brulee, which hit the sweet spot. The service was well-paced, and our server answered all our questions and gave us recommendations since it was our first time there. For parking, there's $10 valet and paid lot available. Overall, this is a very nice upscale and elegant spot for date night or for a special celebration. It's most definitely on the pricier side, but worth the splurge!

    Very clean restrooms
    Jen S.

    Really enjoyed the Happy Hour at the bar! Half price classic cocktails, tasty bar bites and small plates, and a fantastic bar tender giving exceptional service! Valet made parking easy and the bar area has a nice vibe. We didn't go into the dining area but we did hear the pianist playing - nice touch. I'm looking forward to coming back for dinner! If you like Old Fashions - try the Foam version... very different and very good !

    Menus
    Tara O.

    I had a great experience at Leo's. The best friend and I went for their Thanksgiving dinner special. I saw it advertised on Instagram and decided to give it try since a knew that I was not cooking this year or taking baking orders for cakes and pies. Upon pulling up, valet was ten dollars, and the ticket was sent to the phone number that you would provide the person at the stand. We had a short walk to the front door, said that name for the reservation and was seated immediately. Our server was great. She gave suggestions and descriptions that helped me decide on the turkey (dark meat), dressing and mashed potatoes with roll. For dessert they served pumpkin pie. Everything was great. Only suggestion was to cut the meat off of the turkey leg, I found it difficult to fight with the turkey leg without having the grab it with my hand caveman style. The lighting was low, but not too low and the piano player was excellent. As I was seated and needed to use the restroom, I began to look around, by the time I turned my head back around a manager was standing on side of me to ask if I was looking for something. He scared me at first but the attention to the little detail of me looking around being noticed was amazing and made this experience. I will definitely be back to try the full menu.

    Strawberry fields
    Chelle N.

    Dined in on a Wednesday at 7:00 PM for a party of two with reservations. Ambiance is dark, romantic, chic, glam, and the pianist was the finishing touch. We ordered: Lobster bisque: creamy goodness, perfect umami, lobster was cooked to perfection, we were sad to take our last sip! Roasted pork belly: tender juicy goodness! Flavors were similar to Chinese roast pork, not salty, you can taste the five spice A Leo's dozen oysters: we were wondering why this was 14 oysters instead of 12, it's because the Leo's zodiac numbers are 1 & 4! Delicious East coast oysters Ribeye 16 oz: a tad salty, we asked for medium rare and it came out more medium, but still was very good Leo's Shepard pie: great flavors, went well with the ribeye, it tasted like a chili cheese mash! Potato Dauphinoise: crispy and flaky yumness! I could take shots with the airy parmesan sauce that it was paired with Strawberry fields cocktail: very light, crisp, palette cleansing cocktail Request for Heather! She's good vibes! Chocolate soufflé: this was just ok, a tad dry, the soufflé is huge and the cardamom ice cream was too strong for me, tasted like pinesol Apple bread pudding: this was on the house and wasn't on the menu, but it is divine!

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    Excellent food and service. Love the ambience - live music.. Definitely on my fav rotation!

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    Great service and menu!! Love the piano player and the old-fashioned Steak House experience!

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    Came for the first time with my book club and had an amazing time!! Drinks were amazing and foo, will def be back!!

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