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1. CASE Chocolates
4.9
Exceptional(104)
Price: Very Expensive
• Dessert • Southeast Houston
Booked 11 times today
CASE Chocolates is the world's first chocolate and cocktail speakeasy. Our tasting experiences take you through fine and unique cacaos combined with high-end spirits and cocktails. Our space is meant to spark delight and joy, and we can't wait to welcome you in soon!Our promise is a one-of-a-kind journey through chocolates in an unforgettable atmosphere.Please arrive on time for the best experience. Plan ahead as parking is limited to a small lot and street parking. You must enter through Sampson St., Suite E. No-shows and cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will be subject to a charge of $68 per person. Each tasting comes with 3 cocktail and chocolate pairings. Tastings start at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm Wednesdays and Thursdays and 6:30 pm, 8:30 pm, and 10:30 pm Fridays and Saturdays and are approximately 90 minutes per tasting.
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2. Street To Kitchen
4.7
Exceptional(906)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • East End
Booked 48 times today
Enjoy unapologetically authentic Thai food in the East End. All food is made from scratch by native Thai chef and James Beard Award winner for Best Chef: Texas Benchawan Jabthong Painter.Chef Benchawan and her husband—who also spend time in their Bangkok home each year—have painstakingly built out a restaurant that would fit into Bangkok’s hip Thong Lor neighborhood, but they have located it in Houston. Expect trendy Thai vibes, music, strong cocktails and an adventurous wine list to accompany Chef Benchawan’s acclaimed dishes.When booking your reservation, all children—regardless of age—must be included in the head count. The largest party Street to Kitchen can accommodate is 6 people. If more than 6, you can arrange a private Thai tasting menu, including a minimum spend. Please contact us via email at eatthai@streettokitchen.org.
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3. Aiko
4.9
Exceptional(362)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park
Booked 34 times today
Chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee have over 25 years of combined experience in Japanese cuisine and sushi. They established their culinary careers in Houston where they worked together for years before creating their own restaurants.Pham and Lee teamed up to bring new curated dining concepts to Houston’s food scene and kicked off a series of omakase pop-up dinners called Secret Taste. Pham and Lee then opened Kokoro in the Bravery Chef Hall in Downtown Houston followed by Handies Douzo in the Houston Heights.Aiko is the newest concept from the team featuring a sushi bar and seated dining.
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4. Taste Kitchen + Bar - Downtown
4.7
Exceptional(515)
Price: Moderate
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Downtown
Booked 34 times today
Taste Kitchen + Bar, located in Downtown at 420 Main Street, offers globally inspired comfort foods & craft cocktails in an energetic, casual dining environment.Reservation requests for 7ppl or more please send email to Reservations@tastedowntownhtx.com.
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5. Koya - Houston
3.4
Very Good(133)
Price: Very Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Midtown
Booked 32 times today
At Koya Houston, our vision is simple yet profound—to create a space where passion meets palate, where every detail, from the carefully plated dishes to the dynamic performances, contributes to an unforgettable experience. We strive to redefine the boundaries of dining, inviting you to savor not just exquisite flavors but to immerse yourself in a world of artistry and entertainmentJoin us at Koya Houston, where each night is a celebration of culinary excellence, performance, and the joy of shared moments. We look forward to making your visit an extraordinary one.
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6. The Rustic Houston Downtown
4.2
Awesome(105)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 56 times today
At The Rustic, we proudly serve American food with a culinary flair. Every dish is crafted from fresh ingredients right in the heart of Houston. Enjoy a diverse selection of authentic Texas beers, wines, and spirits, or handcrafted mocktails. Come by for great food and live music, and soak in the vibrant ambiance from our award-winning patio. For larger group dining of more than ten, just give our team a call—we're here to help make your gathering a memorable one!
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7. Diana American Grill
4.3
Awesome(1355)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 51 times today
Diana American Grill is a pre-theater dinner or lunch dining experience. We are open only on show nights and lunch for weekend matinee shows. We would love to have you join us before your show!!!Our website www.dianaamericangrill.com for update menus and specials.
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8. Kulture Restaurant
4.2
Awesome(350)
Price: Expensive
• Regional American (Southern) • Downtown
Booked 6 times today
We are on the strip of Avenida de las Americas with access from George R. Brown Convention Center. Kulture is an innovative dining concept providing a national platform where Chefs share & create their take on the diaspora of Southern/African cultures allowing the food to tell the story. Food influence span the Caribbean, Spain, Asia, Mexico, & European delicacies. Sharing this experience with the Houston Community and visitors alike. WE ARE CASHLESS. Reservations require a CC hold, NO EXCEPTIONS. No shows are automatically charged after 15 min. grace period. Large party reservations of 6+ must have full party present to be sat (Fri-Sun). If full party isn't present within 15 min. grace period, your table will be released.We offer complimentary 2hr. parking located at 701 Avenida N. Parking Garage behind the restaurant. Live Music offered every Friday & Saturday night from 9pm-11pm. After Hour bar bites available 9pm - 10pm. Brunch served every Saturday & Sunday from 11:30am-3pm.
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9. Birraporetti's - Theater District
4.4
Awesome(3388)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 59 times today
One of Houston’s original restaurants, Birraporetti’s opened in 1974 with the slogan “A great Italian Restaurant…A heck of an Irish bar.” For almost 40 years, Birraporetti’s has been the place to gather on a date, celebrating with friends and family, for happy hour or before or after the theater. We are noted for our award-winning stone oven pizzas, pastas such as lobster ravioli, & delicious main courses including hand-carved beef filet & fresh seafood. And don't leave without trying our signature Frozen Bellini’s, Irish Coffee, chocolate chip cheesecake, tiramisu, or the berries & cream.Located in the heart of the Theater District. Steps away from the Alley Theater, Jones Hall, Hobby Center, Wortham, Houston Ballet, Bayou Music Center, Sundance Cinema & a few blocks from Toyota Center and Minute Maid Park.Open late seven days a week. Join us for Sunday live Jazz Brunch Buffet, Live Music Mondays, or to enjoy our lunch menu for downtown business clients.
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10. The Federal Grill - Downtown
4.5
Awesome(176)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 30 times today
Dress Up or Dress Down. A Bourbon or a Beer. A Ribeye or a Burger. Where precision cooking meets quality ingredients in a tribute to classic American cuisine. Dining experiences are complemented by an exceptional whiskey and cocktail list—the essence of the Federal Experience. This location also will serve lunch, happy hour, and dinner, as well as weekend brunch – and will offer catering to our downtown neighbors. New to this location will be a grab-and-go coffee bar, which will offer pastries, sandwiches, and salads throughout the day – and a variety of locally owned 4WD Coffee drinks.

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