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    4.1 (341 reviews)
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    Closed • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    Outdoor seating

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    Deviled egg with hot honey sauce
    Goldie O.

    Met some friends here for happy hour because they over it on the weekends from 3-5:30 (gotta love it). This was my first time here and it was really nice. I was able to park my own car in the lot although I'm not sure how much parking would be available if the lot was really busy. It wasn't super busy this day so it worked for us. I started with a margarita and it wasn't don't favorite if I'm being honest. It was a little too tart/ sour for me. I then got the rose 75 which was much better! My friends ordered deviled eggs for the table which was pretty good with the hot honey sauce they provided. I also ordered the chargrilled oysters as they were $3 waxy (but you have to order at least 6 of them). They were really good as well! I would come back for them. It had a cheesy spinach fondue on it which made it good. They also offered $2 raw oysters as well but Indians try them. My friend ordered a cheeseburger with fries and so I had a bite of that which was cool. Overall I think this is a nice spot to grab lunch or dinner with friends. I heard they had some good fried chicken so I'll have to come back and try them out again soon.

    Cappuccino
    Traci D.

    Relish absolutely nailed it from start to finish. Let me start with the service--truly exceptional. From the moment we walked in, the staff made us feel welcomed, taken care of, and genuinely valued. Attentive without being overbearing... the kind of service that sets the tone for an unforgettable meal. We kicked things off with the hot crab dip, and WOW--rich, flavorful, and perfectly indulgent. It was one of those appetizers you keep thinking about long after the last bite. For our main course, we both ordered the chicken Caesar salad, and it did not disappoint. Fresh, crisp, perfectly seasoned, and topped with tender, flavorful chicken--it was simple done exceptionally well, which is harder than it sounds. And just when we thought it couldn't get better, we wrapped up the evening with cappuccinos that were nothing short of perfection. Smooth, rich, and the ideal ending to a flawless dining experience. Every detail--from the food to the atmosphere to the service--was spot on. Relish isn't just a meal, it's an experience. Already looking forward to the next visit!

    Happy hour, Rita's
    Servando G.

    First time at Relish and we had a great brunch experience. The food portions were generous, well-seasoned, and full of flavor. Our waiter, Bryan, was fun, outgoing, and helped make the experience even better. The drink happy hour specials were surprisingly good, especially for being in an upscale area and shopping center. Even with the higher-end location, the atmosphere felt welcoming and comfortable for everyone. Definitely a place I'd come back to.

    Jason Z.

    Dandy and chic spot in the River Oaks area. Service was decent and quick for sit down service. Tried their seasonal burrata, which came with cheese, some arugula, bread slices, etc. fairly tasty when combined, 4/5. Their tuna tartare was a bit non traditional with the quinoa and dressing, 3/5. I tried their lobster roll (believe it was $32 despite pricing not stated on the menu). The fries were fairly okay, standard tasting fries but the lobster roll itself was toasted and buttery, with ample amounts of nicely seasoned lobster meat, 4/5. Some decent options but a fairly limited menu. I'm sure their sandwiches are similar in quality as well.

    Beef Carpaccio
    Riley E.

    I have been here on multiple occasions and it has never disappointed. Relish is a delicious and unique restaurant with some of the best food in Houston. I always love bringing large groups of friends and family when we visit so that we can order as much as possible! Everything is fantastic, there's isn't a single dish I've ever had that disappointed. I would highly suggest visiting for a birthday because such a special occasion should be spent at an equally as special place. I would highly suggest their happy hour during the weekdays and always sit at the bar!

    East Coast Oysters
    Tyler H.

    Finally made it in. Saturday night at 8:30, made reservations but don't think they were necessary because there were a few open tables still. Service was great. I've read a few reviews saying service was slow, but ours was on point. Have a few "dry" weeks so started off by ordering an Iced Tea. From there we got started with six of their east coast oysters, which were amazing and even come with some seasoned crackers. For entrees we both decided to get filets so we could share sides. Ordered medium rare, mine was perfect but my partner was definitely rare with a cold center. Unfortunately we sent it back to get cooked a tad more (something we try to avoid at all costs). The staff was accommodating to this request, took care of it quickly, and brought it back out cooked to a perfect medium rare. For sides we opted for the Parmesan cauliflower and Mac & Cheese. Both were great choices! Mac & cheese is salty, so if you're sensitive be mindful. The ambience is dark and relaxing, gives very Hampton's chic vibes. Excited to come back and enjoy the bar once this dry run is over and give some other items on the menu a shot.

    Menu
    Jay F.

    Tonight saw four of us checking Relish out for dinner. The Parker House rolls as an appetizer, I don't recommend them. A slightly sour herb basting of the top (garlic? oregano?). And they came out warm but hardened up quickly. Probably they just microwaved them for a few seconds, my guess. Sour taste lingered. Skip them. My dining partners went for oysters, tuna tartare, carpaccio, and artichoke first courses. All good thumbs up from the group. Except the artichoke that was overcooked and meh. Our waitress, Jenny. And the general manager also. The level of attention. And the professionalism. Impressive. Put smiles on our faces. I will have to save the fried chicken or pasta entrees for another time. I went low key with just their cheeseburger. I wanted to sample the bread. And the fries. My dining partners went bigger, with steak frites, quail, clam linguine. The burger was fine. A big burger. Priced very fairly at $19 plus tax and tip. The fries were unremarkable. Very McDonald's like. When they cooled to room temp, well, I left them uneaten. I think that the Lamb Weston colossal crispy fry would be a good option for them to consider. Carrot cake was not memorable. I think they might enjoy trying this recipe to see if they like it more. Pecans seemed to be pulverized instead of being in larger pieces. Carrots seemed to be pureed instead of in shreds. Carrot Cake Recipe 2 medium carrots (8 ounces total, 230 g) peeled 2 large eggs 1 cup sugar (7 1/2 ounces, 210g) ¾ cup neutral vegetable oil (not canola)(180ml) 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 cup AP flour (5 ounces, 140g) 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup pecans (2 ounces, 55g) Grease and flour an 8 1/2 by 4 1/2 by 2 1/2 inch loaf pan. Preheat the oven to 325 F. Shred the carrots with the fine or medium shredding disc of a food processor. Set aside. Process the eggs, sugar, oil and vanilla with the metal blade until just blended, a few seconds. Evenly sprinkle the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon over the mixture and process until smooth, about 5 seconds. Sprinkle with the pecan halves, add the carrots and process until the pecans and carrots are distributed evenly, about 4 seconds. Turn into the prepared pan and bake for 60 minutes.

    To go carrot  cake
    Ahlyssa C.

    Came for dinner with my mom and sister on a Friday evening. Private lot with valet if needed. Got there at 6:45 and still open tables for seating. By the time we left at 8pm, almost all tables were full. I would recommend reservations on the weekends. The general manager and waitress were both amazing. Other waiters also passed by to refill our drinks a few times. Rolls 10/10 Cajun hot dip with saltine crackers 8/10 Mediterranean meat balls 8/10 Copianno 8/10 (don't like clams/mussels) Herb roasted chicken 9/10 Watermelon Rita 10/10 Carrot cake 9/10 I loved that everything was made from scratch (except the bread). The ranch was delicious as well... you could tell it was homemade. My son ordered a kids meal and it was huge!! I would be full of that. I would def go back again when I am in the area. The place is ritzy, trendy, upscale, but also casual. Can't wait to try more menu items.

    Neil F.

    I am in love! I have been for brunch and had the lox plate and deviled eggs and happy hour and had the burger and both times the food, the vibe, the service was very good. I absolutely will be bringing folks when they visit here. I was impressed with my off menu non alcoholic cocktail too.

    Caesar Salad
    Timothy P.

    This was a random pick of places on my date night to go list. The ambiance of the restaurant is nice, sort of middle of the road classy. Prices aren't extremely crazy, got out with a $105 bill before tip for two. Drinks are good, food was good. I highly recommend the French fries the most of anything. Super tasty and crispy, and you get a ton. The Harissa chicken was a whole lot of food!! Was overall good but the inside of the chicken was pretty plain. The side that came with it were good as well. The carrot cake was DELISH!! Super moist, not too sweet, nuts were a great addition. My date ordered the Caesar with came minimally dressed and was a little dry. We just requested extra dressing and that fixed the issue. The rolls on the menu were also pretty good. Not Texas Roadhouse or anything but pretty solid. Overall, great date night spot if you have a little coin to spare on something more than a casual spot.

    Cesar Salad.
    Taylor D.

    Relish is one of those places that I've had on my to try list for some years now. Finally I got a chance to try it and I definitely wasn't disappointed.. Food: I ordered a cheese burger, A lemon drop, the Cajun hot crab dip and a Cesar salad. I ordered my cheese burger well done but it was medium well, so that was the only thing, I took the burger home and cooked it and it was still delicious. The Cajun dip was amazing! The crackers they served along with the dip tasted homemade, super fresh and very well seasoned without being salty. The Cesar was perfectly dressed, the croutons were perfectly crunchy anddd big enough lol! My lemon drop was the perfect balance of alcohol and flavor. Service: our waiter was knowledgeable, friendly and attentive without being too pushy or hovering. Ambiance: the restaurant is very pretty. Overall this was a great experience and they have a permanent customer out of me

    75
    Shatoyia N.

    I had high expectations for this restaurant. It gives date night/lunch with the girls vibes. The food was okay. We had the Cajun crab dip and turkey club sandwich. The 75 was really good. Our service was horrible! Megan was not attentive at all. She was constantly waiting on the surrounding tables and passing by us like we weren't even there. The manager, Michael, ended up taking our food and drink order. Plus, he brought the check and Togo boxes. My mom spoke with the manager and he assured us he would speak with Megan regarding her service. They have valet parking or you can self park. Probably would stop in for a drink but that's it's.

    Pear & Brie Grilled Cheese
    Ella H.

    I really enjoyed the atmosphere and decor. The tables were all full but well spaced out so it never felt crowded. I LOVED my food, the pricing I felt was quite reasonable. We were a table of six in and out in barely over an hour. My only complaint is our server was just clearly not in a good mood. Happens to the best of us but it definitely stood out.

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    Great atmosphere and service. Lobster roll was really delicious. Will be back for cocktails.

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    Ask the Community - Relish Restaurant & Bar

    Hi is your patio dog friendly? I see a person asked the question before but it was few years ago. Thanks

    Hi! We are dog friendly on the patio :)

    Is the bar open for dinner?

    Yes

    Is this a good upscale date night spot?

    Yes for sure! Great ambiance, good service, and great food

    Is this restaurant open for brunch/lunch on Saturday? The website states it doesn't open until the evening on Saturday and the brunch menu says coming soon.

    Hi Katy, We are not yet open for our Saturday Brunch service. We are hoping to start brunch very soon! You can sign up for email updates on our website - we will make sure… 

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