When you're stuck in town but want to feel like you're in a tropical destination, The Toasted…read moreCoconut is where you need to come. The team behind the popular restaurant Nobie's opened up this tiki inspired restaurant. Tiki bars happen to be one of my favorite varieties of bars so I was more than excited to finally check it off my list. I had recently seen them on the Food Network as well. They share a lot with another popular dining spot so parking can be a little difficult in their lot. You can find street parking or park across the street in an overflow lot. Customer service was great from start to finish. We had just ate next door and our intentions were to come in here just for cocktails, but I couldn't leave without trying some of the popular items. I wanted the most tropical drink I could find on the menu so I started off with the Blue Hawaiian. I saw fire on the description so my extra self needed to have it. I'm a big rum guy so this drink was right up my alley and very boozy with two types of rum. It was very coconut forward with pineapple being the secondary flavor. One was enough for me to feel just right. Since we had just ate, we decided to share the World Famous Cheeseburger. This was a great burger. I don't know if they were going for the smash effect, but it had smash burger characteristics. It had all my favorite things that are musts on a burger like American cheese and red onions. It also had a very nice chili aioli that added great flavor to the burger. I came on another stop for a drink visit shortly after and tried the pork dumplings and popcorn chicken. These were also very good. If I lived in the area, this place would easily be a place I would frequent often. I will most definitely be back!

Passed by this place multiple times and finally decided to stop in for drinks and appetizers…read more The ambience grabs your attention just walking into the restaurant they have string lights along the walkway and low amber lights as you go inside. They have an outdoor eating area, a bar area, and seating in the very back. It's very spacious, comfortable, and intimate. The theme of the restaurant is seen all over from the moment you enter, to the music, the menu and the restroom. They paid close attention to detail with decorating. We had an amazing server, delicious drinks (a must try), and ok food. We ordered four drinks the painkilla, vamos à la playa, captains grog, and the Hemingway daiquiri. All were great drinks and we loved how they give you flavor characteristics of the drinks on the menu. The appetizers that we ordered were the sweet and sour cauliflower and the pork dumplings, which is why I gave this place four stars. The presentation of both appetizers were excellent. However, the pork dumplings were disappointing. They came with only six dumplings for $17, were served cold, and are very bland. In my opinion, they weren't worth the price. On the other hand, the sweet and sour cauliflower was our favorite and is definitely a must-try.

The food is fresh and delicious! This is my go to when I want to wear my casual clothes but eat…read moreexceptional food! It's really a must-try place in Houston!

I miss Ruggles.. We…read morewalked in Friday afternoon about 3pm and it was about 25% full. It had been a while since we last visited, and of the post-Ruggles divorce, Bellagreen was our favorite. My vegetarian wife decided on a vege option from the seasonal menu and I chose a spaghetti. I waited at the empty order counter a couple of mins prior to the cashier greeting me. I placed the order and she politely informed me both items were out. I asked if anything else was out and she mentioned 2 or 3 more items. Our second try was tortilla soup and the cauliflower "wings". The wings came out and were good. The soup came out cold. The heated soup was so salty it was inedible. We gave up and left. The old Ruggles in Rice village was truly one of our favorite restaurants. The sandwiches, salads and desserts were outstanding. The descendants just are not the same :(.

Le Jardinier delivered a memorable date night dinner during Houston Restaurant Week, and it's easy…read moreto see why it holds a Michelin star. Located inside the Houston Museum of Fine Arts (MFAH), the space feels artistic, chic, and classy - every detail felt intentional, from the decor to the lighting, creating a genuinely elegant atmosphere without feeling stuffy. We started with the complimentary bread service, which set the tone nicely. For the HRW summer dinner menu, portions were a touch smaller than what I'd expect from their regular dinner offerings, but everything was so rich and satisfying that we left completely full. Standouts included the Atlantic salmon, the zucchini veloute, and the chocolate cremeux for dessert - each beautifully executed and packed with flavor. Service matched the quality of the food. For parking, they validate tickets from the museum garage, which is a convenient and budget-friendly option--though paid valet is also available if you prefer that route. Highly recommend Le Jardinier for a special date night or any occasion worth celebrating with excellent French cuisine.

Extremely disappointing experience with the reservation process…read more We made a reservation through Resy on July 25, 2026, for August 15 2026, more than three weeks before my planned arrival in Houston. I will be visiting Houston for only two days and specifically planned this trip around experiencing Houston Restaurant Weeks. Today, we received an email informing me that I would have needed a separate reservation specifically for the Restaurant Week menu. Unfortunately, by the time I found this out, those reservations were already sold out. We also reached out directly to the restaurant and spoke with Catherine Park from the Hostess Team. We were told there was nothing she could do, and I requested that she escalate this issue to management, as this situation is extremely frustrating and disappointing. The biggest issue is that this requirement was not clearly communicated on the Resy reservation page when I made my reservation. There was no clear indication that a separate Restaurant Week reservation was required, nor was there an option presented during the booking process. I have participated in Restaurant Week events in many cities across the United States, and I have never encountered a system where guests must make a completely separate reservation just to access the Restaurant Week menu. Typically, guests make a reservation and can decide between available menus when they arrive. Since Restaurant Week was the reason I chose this restaurant, this has been extremely disappointing. I will now be looking for a different restaurant for my Houston visit.

Came across this hidden gem from a food review. I didn't know there was a hotel in Montrose. So we…read moredecided to try out the restaurant for brunch. The atmosphere was laid back and the ambiance was very conducive for a great date spot. The service was impeccable. Never had to wait on anything and the food came out in a timely manner. The food was just like the reviewer had said: the pancakes were delicious and had a lemony taste to them, bacon was just like I like it, crisp but firm with a smoky flavor, roasted potatoes were firm and roasted to perfection and the added sea salt gave them that just right taste that lingers with you, but the star of the show was the Scallion biscuits. They were done to perfection from the texture to the taste and when you added your jam and butter to them, everything went to another dimension. Definitely will be one of my new brunch spots.

Perseid is truly unmatched--they bring the absolute best, so you just need to bring yours! The…read moreambiance is incredibly versatile; it can easily be a fun brunch spot with your friends or a vibey, premium date night location. ​I completely enjoyed everything, down to the details. The croutons in the Caesar salad are made from actual homemade sourdough bread, fried fresh to order, and they are absolutely delicious. Normally, I have to steer completely clear of bread due to gluten, but they use a high-quality, special flour here that my system handled with absolutely no issues or reactions. It truly makes you feel special dining here. ​A massive shout-out to my waitress, Sarah! She gave off the most pleasant, soft, kind, and compassionate vibes from the moment she stepped up to the table. She made an amazing experience even better. I will definitely be back!

This is an exceptional dining establishment. Each time we have been here, our expectations have…read morealways been exceeded. Recently my wife planned my 67th birthday and the amazing way we were treated was second to none! From the managers, DeDe, Robert, and Sarah who served our party, I was overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and genuine hospitality. We invited several friends and colleagues and they boasted of the quality of food, the ambiance and the red carpet treatment we received. If you're looking for a top notch restaurant in Houston, consider Granger's, you will not be disappointed! By the way, this location is Benz in the museum district. Rick and Monica Nance

Absolutely amazing! Perfect for a date night, the atmosphere was perfect and the staff were so…read morekind. Very accommodating and large range of wines and food. Definitely recommended

I love this place .... I went on a date here and it was very nice . Vibes were good. They have so…read moremany wine to try and they all are reasonably priced . I will deff come back . Next time I'll do a food review. My fav wine is red wine but his fav wine was the orange wine. It was very refreshing * you get a fake debit card and it collects all the prices for the wines you try . Which was pretty cool !!

I still like Roots. It's truly a unique concept and one-of-a-kind in all of Houston (self-serve…read morewine tastings). However, my recent visit was just okay. It was warm and humid inside (Texas summer is mostly to blame). That said, the handful of whites that I sampled were not very chilled. Kinda defeated the purpose of getting a refreshing chenin blanc or rose. And a lot of the tasting notes were not available above the bottles. By the time my friend made her way through the tastings, she had already spent $20+. They also charge a 20% auto-grat. Not a fan of that percentage for self-serve and counter service (you have to order food at the register). We ended up going to Mimo down the street to sit at the bar, taste complimentary samples, and then order a full glass. I'll still go back to Roots but have kinda lowered my expectations of the wine selection and value. Some of the novelty has worn off. Good news is that their food is still solid: loved the mushroom toast and ricotta toast last I tried it.

This place rocks the food is amazing the staff is patient…read morefriendly and kind!!! so great this gives the vibes Great Awesome Check em out !!!! Love it

On The Kirb is a fun play on words since the restaurant is right on Kirby! We came with a large…read moregroup at 9:30PM and got seated right away at the large, tall tables in the back. The ambiance and furniture were very nice - great for group gatherings. The brussel sprouts were probably one of my favorites -- nice and crispy with great flavor. The pizza photos look great so I got the Kirberoni pizza but was slightly disappointed. The crust around the edges was really good, but unfortunately the middle was pretty soggy, probably from having a little too much sauce. Good flavors overall, but I wish the center had held up better. The beef shawarma wrap was good and surprisingly refreshing, and the hummus was really good as well. Several friends ordered burgers, and they looked great. I didn't try the burgers themselves, but I did get to try the fries -- they were delicious! Overall, a fun spot with a good variety on the menu. I'd definitely come back, especially for the Brussels sprouts and fries.

Amazing genuine Indian cuisine with a modern twist. Absolutely delicious. The service was…read moreexcellent, top notch! The restaurant has a great ambiance and truly a great place to bring your date, family, friends or coworkers. I am on the east side of downtown working, loooooved soooo much, I will return for sure. Thank you so much for the amazing meal. I highly recommend anyone that wants a taste of this gem.

I'm happy when you stick anything in a bowl over some rice. It's nice to have a more flavorful…read morevariety for this type of fast casual in lieu of Chipotle or Cava. This is basically that with Indian food. The only issue is parking in that area can be difficult, so it's not a quick in and out. We'd definitely order on DoorDash.