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4.7
Exceptional(75)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Rice Village
Booked 33 times today
Formerly known as Eau Tour, Milton's is an Italian-American trattoria from the same team that you already know and love! Milton's will feature homemade pastas and wood-fired meats, and an array of craft cocktails made to be enjoyed in our vibrant, revamped space. Opening soon!
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4.8
Exceptional(112)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Rice Village
Booked 41 times today
Crafted by the visionary minds who brought you Doris Metropolitan and Badolina Bakery & Café, Hamsa emerges as a radiant gem in the culinary landscape, celebrating the vibrant flavors of Israel. Revel in the artistry of our hummus creations, succulent grilled skewers, and perfectly charred pitas. Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our salatim, a delightful array of vegetable-based delights that promise to tantalize your taste buds.
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4.8
Exceptional(535)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Rice Village
Booked 89 times today
Coppa Osteria is the perfect paring of food and lifestyle, taking its personality from the affluent, family centric West University, Southampton, Rice and Museum District neighborhoods. Its clientele is an eclectic mix of professionals, university academics and young families – who all seem to know one another. With craft cocktails and an extensive wine list, it's easy to find the perfect beverage to pair with Coppa's modern Italian cuisine. Neapolitan-inspired pizzas are some of the most popular items on the menu – the Coppa Pepperoni and Carnissima are crowd favorites. Diners also flock for the Fritto Misto, Burrata Tartufo and Spaghetti Carbonara (Coppa's signature dish). Complete with a lively bar scene and a large outdoor patio that lends itself to sipping rosé and taking in the surrounding neighborhood scenery, Coppa is the ideal setting for an intimate all-day dining with family & friends.For group or private dining for 7+ guests, please submit a private dining inquiry below.
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4.8
Exceptional(976)
Price: Expensive
• French • Rice Village
Booked 16 times today
Houston’s Café Rabelais serves sumptuous French cuisine in its classic, European-inspired eatery. Fantastic starter options include the mouth-watering smoked salmon plate, the white bean and vegetable soup, as well as a variety of decadent cheese plates. Café Rabelais’s specialty dinner entrées include the seared duck breast with Szechuan demi-glace, the seared snapper in rich beurre blanc, the vegetarian orzo pasta with purple cauliflower and feta cheese and the red wine marinated ribeye with eggplant. Top off your Café Rabelais French feast with an unforgettable dessert, like the mixed nut and chocolate silk pie “fondant au chocolate sur croute de noix” or the fruity “sorbet du jour” and wash it down with a fresh, hot espresso.
A photo of Helen Greek Food and Wine restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(620)
Price: Moderate
• Greek • Rice Village
Booked 7 times today
Located in the heart of Rice Village, Helen is a revolutionary new Greek restaurant in Houston. Regional and modern Greek cuisine while featuring an entirely Greek wine list, Texas/Greek craft beers
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4.6
Exceptional(1270)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Rice Village
Booked 8 times today
Roma, a top-rated Italian eatery in Houston, offers a genuine dining experience. Patrons consistently praise its authentic Italian cuisine, with recipes free from Americanized modifications, keeping dishes like pasta carbonara in their original style. The ambiance is described as quaint, and the service is warm and inviting. The restaurant's commitment to high-quality ingredients and traditional preparation methods make it a favorite among diners with a taste for Italian fine dining.
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4.9
Exceptional(1837)
Price: Very Expensive
• Spanish • Southeast Houston
Booked 27 times today
BCN Taste & Tradition, the name gives a nod to Barcelona and the meld of traditional and modern Spanish cuisine. Chef Luis Roger relocated from Girona, Spain - trained under Michelin Chef Ferran Adria at elBulli- and taught at the renowned culinary school Aula Gastronomica de l’Emporada. Located on a 1920’s era Victorian home in the trendy Montrose/Museum District (4210 Roseland St.). BCN Taste & Tradition will recreate an authentic Spanish style dining experience with unparalleled service. The menu will showcase all the fantastic, cutting-edge haute cuisine that put Spain on the world stage. Credit card info required for reservations larger than 5 guests. A $50/person fee will be charged if you are unable to cancel within 48 of your scheduled time or if your party decreases in size within 24 of your reservation. No fee will be assessed for transferring the reservation to a different name.
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4.3
Awesome(631)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Montrose
Booked 16 times today
Fiori is a charming and cosy Italian restaurant and floral boutique in the heart of Montrose, led by chef Alessio from Rome. The restaurant is located in a cute two-story building, has a nice patio with lights hanging on the outside and a terrace; massive oak trees surround the building creating an unique atmosphere. The beautifully interior, decorated with fresh flowers, plants and paintings, offers a lovely and light ambience. Fiori focuses on using authentic traditional recipes. At lunch offers salads, pasta and Italian sandwiches. At dinner, Fiori transforms to a relaxed lounge atmosphere with a full bar and refined wine selection, where you can have a classic Italian aperitive and then taste a selection of true Italian dishes. Periodically Fiori hosts local artist to delight you with paintings and live entertainments. Moreover, you can surprise your guests with a table floral arrangement or a bouquet for your partner. Fiori is available for private parties/events of many sizes.
A photo of Annabelle Brasserie restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(895)
Price: Expensive
• French • Montrose
Booked 153 times today
Situated as the anchor restaurant of Autry Park, a 14-acre mixed-use Hanover development on Buffalo Bayou Park, Annabelle Brasserie will serve French cuisine lunch, dinner seven and weekend brunch in a lively atmosphere with picturesque views. *** Open for Grab & Go Coffee & Pastries Monday - Friday at 8:00am
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4.7
Exceptional(691)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
Booked 30 times today
Amore Italian Restaurant is a charming family-owned establishment in Houston, celebrated for exceptional dishes featuring the finest seafood and prime steaks served in an inviting atmosphere. Located in the heart of our vibrant community, we pride ourselves on sourcing the freshest ingredients and a commitment to top quality. Our diverse menu includes everything from handmade pizzas to sumptuous truffle pasta, with highlights like Chef Alfredo Mojica’s spaghetti all'astice and perfectly seared filet mignon with peppercorn brandy sauce.Amore has become a favorite destination for notable patrons who appreciate elevated culinary dining, often praising us as the most authentic Italian restaurant. In a city filled with restaurants, Amore stands out as a local gem, promising unforgettable meals, 5 star service and a dedication to Italian traditions.2024: Houston Chronicle Top 19 Italian RestaurantsHouston Chronicle Top 20 Pizza SpotsEater Houston 24 Essential Italian Restaurants

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  • WilliamVIP
    Tahoe / Reno Area •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great neighborhood restaurant in a good location. The service was impeccable including the employees who helped with my elderly mother and her walker. Our waiter was attentive but not intrusive. The food was fabulous and dishes were made with imagination, for example the brussels sprout salad. Excellent. We will definitely be back the next time we are in Houston.
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    Coppa OsteriaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Rice Village
    4.8
  • Raul
    Houston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Food and service were all phenomenal. Every dish continued to impress
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    Milton'sPrice: Expensive• Italian• Rice Village
    4.7
  • LauraVIP
    Greater Boston •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Christmas Eve at Hamsa—phenomenal food, wine-pairing (sommelier—so excellent), Yalla yalla experience—flavor, flavor! And the continuous flow of energetic servers capped off an evening with serious conversation, laughter amongst my family. The ambience was excellent. And all 5 of us genuinely appreciated the attention by our host/lead server Shawn—accent and all! Thank you!!
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    HamsaPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Rice Village
    4.8
  • GinnyVIP
    Austin •54 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We love this special little place in Rice Village. Whenever we are in town we try to get a reservation because they are consistently good and have a nice twist to traditional Greek offerings. As many restaurants going through and surviving the pandemic, they have had to adjust their offerings and we think they have planned well. We dined on the most beautiful chicken at Helen’s on Christmas Eve that took me back to the Greek home-cooking I grew up eating. Their selection of Greek wines are always wonderful and the appetizer and salad last night were delish! One would expect that a restaurant could be a bit “off” on a holiday evening, but not this kitchen nor the staff. It was perfection from start to finish and we just wish they were in Austin instead of Houston!
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    Helen Greek Food and WinePrice: Moderate• Greek• Rice Village
    4.6
  • Maureen
    New York City •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We’ve been going to Rabelais for close to Twenty years! Love the food, staff and ambience. It gives me so much joy just being there. We go there when we are sad and need to feel the love and to celebrate milestones! This was our first Christmas Eve! So warm and cozy!
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    Cafe RabelaisPrice: Expensive• French• Rice Village
    4.8

Discover best authentic restaurants in Rice Village

Discover the essence of authenticity in Houston's vibrant Rice Village, where a curated selection of restaurants offers genuine culinary experiences. Each establishment in this bustling area prides itself on delivering authentic flavors, whether through traditional cooking techniques, high-quality ingredients, or unique cultural presentations that transport diners to different parts of the world. The dining scene in Rice Village is notably diverse, offering everything from cozy bistros to upscale eateries, each with a commitment to maintaining the integrity of their culinary roots. These restaurants are celebrated not only for their authentic dishes but also for their exceptional service and inviting atmospheres, making each meal a memorable event. Patrons seeking an authentic dining experience will appreciate the dedication to originality and quality that these establishments uphold. This focus on authenticity ensures that every visitor can enjoy a genuine taste of global cuisines right in the heart of Houston.

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