Award-winning

Le Jardinier - Houston

Name: Le Jardinier - Houston
Address: 5500 Main St, Houston, TX, United States, 77004
Telephone: (713) 714-3015
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

179 Reviews

$50 and over

French

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2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Fancy

Michelin-starred Le Jardinier is a unique and refined restaurant from Michelin-starred Chef Alain Verzeroli located in The Museum of Fine Arts Houston.

Rooted in timeless French approach, Chef Verzeroli has created a menu where plants play a prominent role: seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs, and greens are complemented by wild and sustainable fish with local Texas meats. All our breads are gluten-free and baked in house.

Le Jardinier's light-filled space will evoke a feeling of relaxed-luxury and incorporate custom art pieces with outdoor dining set within an Isamu Noguchi-designed sculpture garden. In 2024, Le Jardinier was awarded one Michelin Star at Texas' Inaugural Michelin Guide.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French
Hours of Operation
Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(713) 714-3015
Website
http://lejardinier-houston.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
5500 Main St, Houston, TX 77004
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
Neighbourhood
Heights / Washington
Parking details
None

Experiences

Christmas Eve with Le Jardinier
Dec 24, 2024 only
Join us at Le Jardinier this Christmas Eve, featuring an exquisite 5-course dinner menu curated by Executive Chef Felipe Botero, for $185 per guest. To begin with: Royal Kaluga Caviar 1oz $100 / 2oz $190 Corn blinis, traditional accoutrement Amuse Foie gras crème brûlée tartlet 1st course Citrus cured hiramasa, heirloom radishes, calamansi vinaigrette, Royal Kaluga Caviar 2nd course AOP Gruyère cheese soufflé, shaved black truffle, winter mushrooms, hazelnut 3rd course Saffron Carolina gold rice risotto, Maine lobster and bisque, winter greens 4rd course Red wine braised Chuck Beef, buttery mashed potatoes, Brussels sprouts, treviso tardivo Dessert Cranberry Nougat Log
NYE at Le Jardinier Houston: 2nd Seating $295
Dec 31, 2024 only
Enjoy a 6-Course dinner menu with celebratory add-ons available including caviar service and rare wine pairings. Amuse Foie gras crème brûlée tartlet 1st course Blue fin tuna tataki, herb pistou, avocado, marinated tapioca, Royal Kaluga caviar 2nd course AOP Gruyère cheese soufflé, winter mushrooms, hazelnut 3nd course Chestnut ricotta agnolotti, sunchoke fondant & chips, shaved black truffles 4rd course Poached Maine Lobster, buttery potatoes & cabbage, bisque, tardivo 5th course Dry Aged Ribeye, celeriac and artichoke macaroni, grilled broccolini, Périgueux sauce Dessert Marron Glacé Mont-Blanc, Chestnut Confit
NYE at Le Jardinier Houston: 1st Seating $175
Dec 31, 2024 only
Enjoy a 4-Course dinner menu with celebratory add-ons available including caviar service and rare wine pairings. Amuse Foie gras crème brûlée tartlet 1st course Blue fin tuna tataki, herb pistou, avocado, marinated tapioca, Royal Kaluga caviar 2nd course Chestnut ricotta agnolotti, sunchoke fondant & chips, shaved black truffles 3rd course choice of Poached Maine Lobster, buttery potatoes & cabbage, bisque, tardivo Or American Wagyu Beef bavette, celeriac and artichoke macaroni, grilled brocccolini, Périgueux sauce Dessert Marron Glacé Mont-Blanc, Chestnut Confit

What 179 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Houston
French
Houston
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Le Jardinier in Houston offers an elegant dining experience with "exceptional food," "phenomenal staff," and a "beautiful ambiance." Located within the Museum of Fine Arts, it combines "stunning flavors" with artistic presentation. While some reviews noted inconsistent service, the restaurant is praised for its "impeccable service" and "world-class" offerings. Perfect for special occasions or a sophisticated evening out.

179 Reviews

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Ian
VIP
Houston
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I booked this restaurant around 6 weeks ago. On arrival ( at my booking time) they didnt have availability in the dining room unless i waited at the bar. Alternative was a lounge seat which is like half a sofa. I was disappointed and we left. In my opinion all aspects of a Michelin restaurant should excel , not just the food. The Manager did come out as I waited for my valet car to be returned but at that point I was done with this place.
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Kami
VIP
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We recently visited Le Jardinier in Houston to celebrate a birthday. The restaurant is nestled inside the Museum of Fine Art in Houston and is small and private. It is a perfectly cozy and beautiful space. We selected the chef's 5 course dining along with the wine pairing and it was perfect. Our servers were excellent and knowledgeable with both the food and the wine. The sommelier is attentive and shared fun information regarding the different varieties of champagne and wines throughout the meal. overall, was a delightful experience and Houston is so lucky to have some Michelin star restaurants!
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Brian
VIP
Houston
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Food was great in all aspects from presentation to taste. Cocktails were nice as well. Beautiful setting for the restaurant’s location. Will be back again soon.
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David
New Orleans
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Beef is flank steak but prepared Parisian style unlike anywhere else in TX. Sole for 2 is the main of choice. Butterfly desert not to be missed, take photo of it. Order wine by the bottle, by glass is 4oz paring pour instead of typical 6. Well worth the wait for a reservation. Ignore sticker shock when the tab comes. A dining experience not to be missed. Don’t have to travel to France.
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Marcelle
VIP
New York City
33 reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Le Jardinier is one of my favorite Houston restaurants, and it has deservedly won a Michelin star. The food is innovative, fresh, and delicious; the service is professional and attentive but not intrusive; and the ambience is beautiful and sophisticated--quiet enough for conversation, a rarity these days. I look forward to dining here again.
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John
VIP
New York City
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service. Restaurant focused on the details.
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Connie
VIP
Houston
59 reviews
4.0
59 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We had to pour our own wine a few times and ask for water
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Kristie
San Francisco
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and service were wonderful but the guest checkin experience was awkward and problematic. Apparently they sat another party at my table but quickly sat my guest and I and all was corrected.
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Dwan
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding Michelin restaurant. It was an amazing experience. The food was divine and it was arranged like artistic masterpieces. So appropriate for a restaurant located at the art museum. Our server, Elvio, was professional and attentive. It’s obvious that he enjoys his job and making people happy.
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Nicky
Houston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Very enjoyable experience. Was very different food form what I’m used to but was very good. Would recommend.
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FAQs

Le Jardinier - Houston is rated 4.7 stars by 179 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

5500 Main St, Houston, TX 77004

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN 1 Star 2024
Neighbourhood
Heights / Washington
Hours of Operation
Mon, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Wed–Sun 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
http://lejardinier-houston.com/
Phone number
(713) 714-3015

Le Jardinier - Houston

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Christmas Eve with Le Jardinier

NYE at Le Jardinier Houston: 2nd Seating $295

NYE at Le Jardinier Houston: 1st Seating $175

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What 179 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

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