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CIEL, Houston, TX

CIEL

4.0
4
552 Reviews
$50 and over
French / Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
CIEL Restaurant and Lounge offers an elegant mix of modern Japanese and French cuisines complemented by craft cocktails and a curated wine and champagne list. CIEL, meaning ‘sky’ in French, is inspired by vibrant restaurants of the French Riviera and brings an elevated and festive dining experience to Houstonians.

Reservation times may be subject to change and final confirmation. Reservations may be subject to deposit and minimums and final confirmation.

NOTE: Dress Code Strictly Enforced!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French / Japanese
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Fri 5:30 pm–2:00 am Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 832-2435
  • Website
    http://www.cielhtx.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for all event and large party inquires at events@cielhtx.com
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator : (713) 832-2435
  • Location
    4411 San Felipe St, Houston, TX 77027
  • Neighbourhood
    River Oaks
  • Cross Street
    San Felipe and Westcreek
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Black Tie New Years Eve at Ciel - Final Seating

    US$175.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    3 course prix fixe menu - $175 This final seating brings ultimate entertainment and the New Year’s Eve countdown to welcome 2024 in style. Enjoy a festive atmosphere complemented by lively performances and celebratory moments that will make this New Year’s Eve truly extraordinary. 1st course – Choice Of: Crispy Rice Bluefin Otoro, Smoked Shoyu, Kaluga Huso Caviar Spanish Octopus Citrus Confit, Chickpea, Chimichurri 2nd Course- Choice Of: Ribeye Au Poive Josper Grilled, Poached Maine Lobster Tail, Bone Marrow, Hasselback Potato Chilean Sea Bass Pan Roasted, Poached Maine Lobster Tail, Yuzu Beurre Blanc, Aspargus, Smoked Trout Roe 3rd Course – Dessert Tarte Au Chocolate Chocolate Mousse, Caramel with Ganache, Hazelnut Praline
    Black Tie New Years Eve at Ciel - Final Seating photo

  • Black Tie New Years Eve at Ciel - 2nd Seating

    US$125.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
    Enjoy your New Year’s Eve celebration with elegance and style at Ciel. Our first seating offers a refined 3-course prix fixe menu for $125, featuring artfully prepared dishes that capture the spirit of the season. 1st course – Choice Of: Crispy Rice Bluefin Otoro, Smoked Shoyu Yakitori Koji Marinated Greener Pastures Chicken, Shitake Tare, Sunomono 2nd Course- Choice Of: Filet Au Poive Josper Grilled, Black Peppercorn, Bone Marrow, Hasselback Potato Ora King Salmon Pan Roasted, Sauce Vierge, Josper Grilled Aspargus, Smoked Trout Roe 3rd Course – Dessert Tarte Au Chocolate Chocolate Mousse, Caramel with Ganache, Hazelnut Praline Dress to impress and join us for a sophisticated celebration to set the tone for a dazzling New Year.
    Black Tie New Years Eve at Ciel - 2nd Seating photo

  • Black Tie New Years Eve at Ciel - 1st Seating

    US$65.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
    Enjoy your New Year’s Eve celebration with elegance and style at Ciel. Our first seating offers a refined 3-course prix fixe menu for $65, featuring artfully prepared dishes that capture the spirit of the season. 1st course – Choice Of: Crispy Rice Bluefin Otoro, Smoked Shoyu Yakitori Koji Marinated Greener Pastures Chicken, Shitake Tare, Sunomono 2nd Course- Choice Of: Filet Au Poive Josper Grilled, Black Peppercorn, Bone Marrow, Hasselback Potato Ora King Salmon Pan Roasted, Sauce Vierge, Josper Grilled Aspargus, Smoked Trout Roe 3rd Course – Dessert Tarte Au Chocolate Chocolate Mousse, Caramel with Ganache, Hazelnut Praline Dress to impress and join us for a sophisticated celebration to set the tone for a dazzling New Year.
    Black Tie New Years Eve at Ciel - 1st Seating photo

Menu

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What 552 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 3.7Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
CIEL offers an exciting atmosphere with standout entertainment and vibrant Miami vibes, perfect for a lively night out. Guests rave about the "fabulous" service and "amazing" ambiance. While the food receives mixed reviews, the drinks and entertainment never fail to impress. Ideal for special occasions with a lively twist.

552 Reviews

  1. Larry

    VIP

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic place after the program begins around 11pm. Bottle service however is outrageous. 175.00 of Tequila is a whopping 1900.00.

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  2. Carla

    VIP

    Houston

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun and unique dining experience in Houston. Great for a special occasion or girls night out. Fire cocktails were over rated but still good. Food is great!

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  3. Jhoanna

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Drinks & food were very good. Our server was awesome. We were surprised with a show. The restaurant is beautiful

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  4. Alejandro

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service!! Not for business meetings, music too loud. Place is awesome!

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  5. William

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    After being seated, my wife’s chair got hit by waiters/service workers twice, because they sat us in a high traffic area where restaurant staff walk through constantly. After the second hit to the chair, I requested that can be moved to another area, which they did (high top table), however they sat us right next to the stairs which seemed to be a popular hangout for the workers when taking a break, so every conversation they had, we heard. Also, while sitting at the high top table, my wife’s chair was hit twice by staff because the restaurant is so cramed. To continue, during the hour that we were there, we had around 5 different waiters attending to our service, which lead to them asking us more than twice if we needed something that we already ordered. Lastly, we had reservations at 7pm, and they were still setting up and having a meeting, which the hostess told us. The food was good, especially the steak and shrimp appetizer, but the experience was mediocre at best.

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  6. Vernett

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and very romantic setting performances and entertainment were great even valet super helpful

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  7. Gregg

    Houston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was okay.. wouldn’t go for the food again not even apps. Only go for drinks, the service was amazing all of the staff was welcoming.

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  8. Crystal

    Houston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    This was our third time coming and the first two times were a pleasant experience but this one was not unfortunately. Our waitress was all over the place and didn’t tend to our table very well. The entertainment was a repeat as before so that was nothing new. They do not support our military personnel. It’s about the all mighty dollar to them. Not about pleasing their customers.

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  9. Janine

    Houston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing ambiance ! Great service ! Would definitely return! Jenny was amazing from the beginning and I enjoyed my birthday!

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  10. Gustavo

    Houston

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We have been there many times and this time it appears the overall experienced dropped 3 notches. Music was very loud compared to other times, the disc jockey was more untuned with himself and not watching the crowd. Music selection was weak compared to the ambiance.

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FAQs

CIEL offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 832-2435.

CIEL is rated 4 stars by 552 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for CIEL

4411 San Felipe St, Houston, TX 77027

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    San Felipe and Westcreek
  • Neighbourhood
    River Oaks
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Fri 5:30 pm–2:00 am Sat 5:00 pm–2:00 am Sun 11:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    French / Japanese
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.cielhtx.com/
  • Phone number
    (713) 832-2435
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for all event and large party inquires at events@cielhtx.com
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Event Coordinator : (713) 832-2435
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