Sunday AM. Pick-up Breakfast for Wife: Avacado Toast with Ham. Service for takeout was fast and…read morefriendly, but I don't remember any French Cafe Music playing? A perfect ambiance enhancer: Perhaps I'll contribute Edith Piaf's CD including "La vie en rose," to Madame. At any rate, Wife liked the dish with one small exception: the Balsamic Glaze liberally drizzled across the top. I was surprised to find this addition to the dish, but the ingredient is not that unusual for a French Breakfast condiment, given the following "rules:" Use sparingly: A teaspoon or two is enough to brighten flavors without overpowering. Choose quality: Aged balsamic has a sweeter, syrupy texture ideal for fruit; standard balsamic works well for savory dishes. Pairings: Works beautifully with basil, black pepper, honey, ricotta, yogurt, tomatoes, and stone fruits The balsamic did not prevent her from inhailing the dish, nor did it discourage our dog from licking the dish.

Sadly they get a 1today due to poor service. Had 2get my own coffee because our waitress was busy…read moreringing up a 2to order while workers stood around eating and talking. Why are they eating at the front of the house? Our meat patty was flavorless and when waitress went back to tell the chef he got angry and she said they don't season it because people have allergies. What? Had to flag them down to get refill on coffee and water but only our waitress could bring us refills.

C'est une tuerie! The souffles are truly to die for and I didn't expect Houston to have such a…read moregreat restaurant for souffles, much less Texas! I went with the prix fixe, starting with the half marshmallow soup, which was like a tomato soup with an amazingly delightful and light goat cheese souffles with a drizzle of pesto. Wow, what a start! I also indulged myself with a French Bubbles Flight, because why not? It's Sunday brunch and I've worked 6 days last week, so let's go! I went with the Truffle Infused Mushroom Souffle for my entree and I savored every bite (or scoop?). I'm going to be dreaming about this one and the seasonal Key Lime souffle for dinner? Shout out to my server Eric for recommending this one, because it's a winner! Not overly sweet, not too sour, letting the melty and fluffy souffle be the star of every bite with a bright fragrance of lime each time. Am I dead and in heaven? My favorite new French restaurant, and I'm counting the ones from NYC. Can't wait to come back, perhaps with a worthy date next time. J'adore ca!

We settled into the patio, wrapped in greenery with a soft overcast that sets the mood for the…read moreafternoon. We had a voucher for a complimentary dessert soufflé, but the savory option sounded too far tempting to pass up. So we gave in and ordered both! The Jambon & Gruyère Soufflé was the perfect balance of a custardy, airy, and fluffiness. The Strawberry Soufflé arrived looking stunning, the dramatic slow pour built the right amount of excitement, and the first bite was absolutely worth the wait. A cappuccino was essential to round out the sweetness of the dessert. While the lack of latte art was a bit letdown, it was still a great pairing. We truly enjoyed every moment with one more voucher waiting to redeem. We're excited to return during night time for a different experience.

Sweet Paris is a household favorite that is consistent in service and food quality…read more Often winning us over with their free Nutella crepe days (my kids wish they would add the lemon sugar as an option to the freebie). Our savory fan favorites are the kids chicken Alfredo (hold the mushrooms), Philly cheesesteak, the steakhouse, & the aforementioned dessert. Each crepe (minus dessert) comes with a side salad; which makes for a hefty serving that allows each plate to be shared easily. Freebie nights (sometimes not even requiring a purchase) can be overly crowded. So opt for Wednesday if you have littles each adult entree allows a free kids meal. They have some really pretty fancy drink options from various mimosas and roses to lattes (hot/cold). I have the iced Lavender Dreams Matcha Latte a try on one visit and it was a dessert in a glass. Both indoor/outdoor seating available (get it to go and find you a seat on the green). There is plenty of parking in all directions. Enjoy.

Great place to have coffee and crepes! You can watch them make your crepe too. They have lots of…read moresweet and savory crepe options as well. You order at the counter and they give you a number you place on your table and they will bring your order to you. The ambience is casual and they also have outdoor seating that is pet friendly. Tip: Join their rewards program. It's free and you earn points towards free menu items.

Omg. Im so glad I finally got around to sashaay my way into the beautiful restaurant! As soon as…read moreyou walk in you immediately feel the like a rich aunty lol. The chandeliers are the main characters for sure. Lol. We popped in for happy hour and was blessed to be served by Argelis, the most handsome bartender on the block. Not only is he eye candy, he makes you feel right at home for the moment you are there. The specialty cocktails were tasty and just the right amount of booze to keep you classy hehe. We had lite bites such as the beef carpaccio and chicken cobb salad. Both were yummy. The only complaint was the ranch dressing wasn't ranching. However the manager was delightful enough to rectify the situation with grace. I love that customer satisfaction is top tier here in a world where it has become a lost art! So kuddos to the team for being GREEEAAAT*in my Tony the Tiger voice! I would definitely come back for a brunch and get dolled up in vintage swag for an expensive day out with the girls. Pinkies up lol. They also have $10 theater tix on Tues! Take notes. This restaurant is #BarbieApproved

The Audrey is very cutesy and aesthetically pleasing. The food is good, but the Rose Water Lemon…read moreDrop is a must try! I got the short rib, it was very tender but lacked a little in taste. My husband got the NY strip from the Chef's specials; it was a little over cooked but the taste was there. Overall, a hidden gem in The Woodlands! Check them out. Ask for Avery! Service 10/10!

5 stars all the way for location, vibe, food, and service. A tad shocked though, as to how pricey…read moreit all got in the end - essentially a drink (cocktail and beer)-sandwich - dessert meal for two costing $92, including tax and tip. Ordered Prickly Pear Mezcal margarita, Sierra Nevada Hazy Little Thing light IPA beer, cup of Cream of Cauliflower Soup, Caprese Panini on Focaccia bread with Herbed Fries, West Coaster Panini (Ham, Avocado, Arugula) on Ciabatta bread with Herbed Fries, and a Coffee Fudgy Brownie with Vanilla Ice Cream to go. Service was fantastic with our server (Will) being very knowledgeable and friendly. Drinks and food arrived quickly and were fantastic - the drinks were on point, the food ample in quantity and flavorful in taste. The Fudgy Brownie was divine! Well-done! As I mention above, the final tally was a bit shocking. Otherwise, a great place to hang out; planning to return to avail of the Mon/Tue $25 Wine and Bruschetta Board special.

[EDIT only to correct to "Postino"]…read more I use the one-stars sparingly, I really do. This has nothing to do with the food, as we never got that far in the course of my miserable experience at this location (not sure if it's a chain or not). Walked into a relatively quiet restaurant somewhat later in the evening after strolling a bit in the summer Houston heat around the Woodlands. A couple of people recommended Postino. The issue arose when I asked for a possible menu modification. Specifically, I was trying to avoid GOAT CHEESE on the meatball dish I had my eyes on (which otherwise looked pretty tempting). The server indicated that they probably couldn't do it but I nevertheless requested this... a couple of minutes later the server returned with the bad news. Apparently, it simply had to be served as-is, according to the menu. This in itself wouldn't have got me to the point of writing this review. However, I, incredulous, was kind of laughing (you have to laugh) and said something like "so I can only order exactly what's on the menu, and the kitchen can't do anything different?" (slight paraphrasing, perhaps). There wasn't much further conversation with the server but within about 30 seconds of this exchange, a "manager" stormed over to the table and borderline-abusively shouted "is there a problem?!". This "mini-manager" as I will refer to her, proceeded to inform me that they could NOT accommodate changes because it would "violate the integrity of the restaurant" ... I of course I also found a bit humorous, and in this state inquired further about what sense it made to be so obnoxiously strict for someone just trying to grab a quick bite about 30 minutes before closing. I'm sensitive to the work involved in running restaurants and serving obnoxious customers, but I was NOT rude, obnoxious, or difficult. Just blown away by this treatment. I was then informed by the mini-manager that she was from LONDON which I assume meant I should accept that her cosmopolitan background and (I assume vast and high-level culinary experience) meant that I should shut my trap and stop being so picky. At this point I was compelled to mention that I, too, grew up overseas and was very surprised at this complete lack of flexibility. Within another 30 seconds or so of this dialogue, the mini-manager tipped the menu over on the table and abruptly shouted, "you know what, I'm refusing you service!" That made it all easy from there as we promptly (while laughing, partly out of shock) exited the facility. Huge disappointment and embarrassing in my view for a restaurant that seems otherwise to have maintained a great reputation - and especially so for the fact that service (and people in general) in Houston tend to be kind and accommodating, not typically RUDE or reactionary. I'm encouraging this restaurant to have a look at the service model. I can't say I'll try Postino again the next time I'm in Houston, but I certainly hope it continues to truly earn its 4.5 star rating, 'cause they sure did NOT when I was there this weekend.

We like this restaurant. This is fine dining Indian restaurant. Food are delicious. However,…read moreportions sizes are quite small and food is relatively expensive. Ambience is good. Service Ok to good. Restaurant is good for infrequent visits may not be regular visit for cost conscious customers

Went to Amrina to celebrate our anniversary, and experience their Tasting Menu. The experience…read moreitself was incredible, and everything was delicious. If you're searching for a culinary experience that's local, I highly recommend Amrina. We were greeted with a wonderful sign from the Amrina team wishing us a happy anniversary. The service was exceptional, and the entire experience felt so special. Every bite of food was flavorful. The presentation was creative and beautiful. All the staff were knowledgeable in the dishes and shared great suggestions for cocktails. Thank you to Chef Jassi Bindra & team for making our anniversary so memorable. Looking forward to going back for the chef's table experience.

Monarca is the best restaurant in The Woodlands! This was my third time coming here, but the best…read moreexperience I've had, and the others were already extremely good, but I'll describe this trip. We entered to a friendly staff who sat us immediately. The vibe is very modern with some Mexican influence. We were with another couple and I think they were under the impression that this would be Tex-Mex, but it is not. For drinks I got a Mezcalina, my wife got a normal margarita normally I don't love Mezcal, but was feeling adventurous and this drink did not disappoint, it exploded with flavor and was my favorite drink I have had here. The bar program might be the best of any restaurant in the area, as it should be since they have a speakeasy as well. In my previous trip they brought us complimentary chips and salsa, but the time they brought Mexican hummus and pita. I was initially disappointed, but this was one of the more unique complimentary dishes I have had, and loved it. For starters, we got the TOSTADA CHUTORO, which was a tostada with raw fish and caviar. There were two, and although smaller bites to share, the flavor once again really shined through. I would say this is similar to a ceviche dish with really fresh fish and bright flavors.

Beautiful, chic venue, tucked away in a corner of the shopping strip. I joined a friend for a…read morelunch date on a Thursday. It was rather empty, with perhaps 2 other tables being served. Food was good, but I'm not sure if I could consider anything spectacular enough to justify some of the prices. I decided on the Aguachile Wagyu, which was perfectly cooked and paired with charred herbs. Very enjoyable for a small high-protein meal. My friend ordered Tacos de Filete, which she said were, "okay." We also had a few drinks... They were heavy pours. My only complaint is that the tajin-salt rims were more for decoration (smeared across the side of the glass and not very hygienic) rather than for the palette. Worth mentioning: We were never offered any chips or salsa, although I've read reviews where other patrons enjoyed some before their meal. Our server was friendly, but a bit disconnected.... Maybe that was the biggest problem - - the experience was diminished due to lackluster service.

If you're a wine lover like myself this is a cool place to go have drinks. They serve wine flights…read moreand when we went they were very detailed and informed about their wine selections. They have a long wait for food though. So make sure to order drinks and an appetizer before your main dish. You'll maybe have to order two rounds of drink before the food gets to your table. I enjoy their pizzas, esp the pear and Gorgonzola. I'm a charcuterie board girl, but the build your own cheese flight here is the best idea.

What a great place to hang out. Chill vibe and great people watching on the patio with our dogs. We…read moreloved our bubbles flight (pretty good pours) and our neopolitan style pizza. Service was really friendly and attentive. We'll definitely be back b

amazing and fresh food the service was nice and the staff…read morewas kind vibe is chill I would recommend thank you

This was my first time at Capital Grille. Went with a group and enjoyed it. A couple of people got…read moresick but not sure if it was from what they ate there or not. I didn't have any ill affects. We shared apps and they were delicious. The Brussels, jumbo lump crab, calamari and bacon were a hit. I didn't try the bread because I didn't want to get too full. Jumbo lump crab could have been my whole entree. It was one of my favorites. The calamari was tender and fried perfectly. Bacon too. My entree was the scallops and they were delicious. Also had crème brûlée. The pictures speak for themselves. They offered valet parking but didn't need it since it was Monday night and the lot was pretty empty.

Wait til you see this!! Most amazing birthday celebration at…read moreTerra Vino!! The guest of honor from Houston was craving the one of a kind fabulous salmon pizza !! And another honored guest from Atlanta was looking forward to trying this unusual delight! The most tasty pizza you can imagine on the thinnest , crunchiest most delish crust anywhere- which never gets soggy! Thrilling-- Careful if you order coffee- regular fill ups not possible here any more. Only if you are ordering a fresh cup of Americana in tiny cup like espresso will you receive another cup now!! The spinach omelette Florentine cannot be beat for light fluffy flavorful taste and fingerling sautéd potatoes with house terrific green salad served on beautiful plates! The accompanying Italian toast is complimented by the best fig preserves I have tasted. Wow! For all of these showcase standout items eagerly tasted and finished off by us all-- We all enjoyed dining in the beautifully and tastefully appointed booths with surrounding tables and attractive lighted wine choices. The dessert choices were marvelous, but we could not manage another bite. The birthday guy received his tiny cold cannoli on a decorated plate. Please notice how water is served and fresh flavorful shredded top quality cheese is delivered in style to top awaiting plates. The service here can add to the classy Italian atmosphere and continues to make our meals better. See attached photos of beautiful tables, service, food outdoor patio choice, and even sparkling clean green marble restrooms! Again, top reviews in every category. The photos will reflect why we will be back again soon!!

We came here with some friends for a lunch date! They picked the place and I've never been here! It…read morewas the perfect way to try something new then write about it! Authentic Italian dishes is flavorful from the table soft focaccia with olive oil. Our group ordered the top three recommended dishes by our waiter Brice. I ordered the jumbo shrimp linguine dish. It was a fun surprise to know the waiter lived in the same area as our friend, simply through a conversation about the restaurant's shrimp! This dish is incredibly generous with their shrimp portions. The ambience is relaxing with a semi - casual yet elegant atmosphere, making it a great spot for every occasion. We came for a Sunday brunch menu. Though, there is not a kid menu, you can ask for kid's portion, I'll be happy to return and explore more of their menu!