Potente

4.8

1982 Reviews

$50 and over

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 17, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Potente is a sophisticated and upscale Italian restaurant located in downtown Houston led by Executive Chef Danny Trace. Every dish is locally sourced and uses only the highest quality ingredients. Try our chef favorite homemade pasta with black truffles shaved table side, petite filet with pistachio gremolata and homemade desserts sure to delight!

Our attire is relaxed formal. Shorts, hats, sneakers, torn clothing and sweat pants not permitted.

Dining areas

Additional information

Location
1515 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002
Phone number
(713) 237-1515
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Cajun
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Dress code
Formal Attire
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Danny Trace

Private dining

What 1,982 people are saying

Potente reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Houston
Romantic
Houston
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Potente in Houston offers an exceptional dining experience with its "super Italian cuisine," "impeccable service," and "upscale ambiance." Known for its "amazing truffle pasta" and "excellent wine selection," this elegant restaurant is perfect for special occasions. Guests praise the attentive staff and "wonderful dining experiences," making it a must-visit.

1,982 Reviews

J
Jennifer
Dallas2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hands down, the best experience we've had in Houston, and we've been here 8 years. We felt like family and can't wait to go back!! Hugs were given as we left. Family!! Jose and Andrea were the BEST!!
Is this helpful?
LA
LeahA
Montreal4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a great experience and everything the waiter recommended was fantastic!
Is this helpful?
RR
RyanR VIP
Houston2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Quality of the food is next level, especially the cacio y pepe.
Is this helpful?
P
Patricia VIP
Houston42 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best cacio e pepe in town! Patrick provided outstanding service. Highly recommend.
Is this helpful?
H
Hans VIP
New Orleans63 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The service was fantastic and the food was good, although my veal chop had a lot of fat on it. For $89.00 I expected better. My colleagues had the homemade pasta which is a house special. They said it was very good but the portion was small for a $65.00 price tag. There were no red sauce options which I expected from an Italian restaurant. Overall we had a good experience but the prices were extremely high for what we received.
Is this helpful?
NB
NormanB
Houston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Amazing food, outstanding service. Will definitely return.
Is this helpful?
C
Christine VIP
Houston42 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, great food and service. Hands down, the best Italian in the city.
Is this helpful?
OT
OpenTable Diner
Edmonton2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely amazing service from the check in with the valet right to the time we left. Food was on time the right sized portions and such amazing flavour that it’s a definite must to go back. Kaci took care of every request right to food allergies preparation of the food. Never felt pushed to prefer the next course, it was all hut the perfect flow of food ambience and energy within. Definitely recommend trying what ever is on the chefs special. Thank you all for an amazing experience.
Is this helpful?
P
Paul
Houston49 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a beautiful place! Food was terrific, and the service was wonderful!
Is this helpful?
E
Eros VIP
Houston12 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great bar while waiting for your guests. Amazing Italian food that is consistently perfect.
Is this helpful?

FAQs

Potente offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 237-1515.

Potente is rated 4.8 stars by 1982 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 17, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 7 times today

1515 Texas Avenue, Houston, TX 77002

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(713) 237-1515
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Cajun
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 5:00 pm–7:00 pm
Dress code
Formal Attire
Parking details
Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Danny Trace

Potente

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Private dining

Wine Room

Private Dining Room

Indoor Dining Terrace S

Buy-Out

Custom inquiry

Menu

What 1,982 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Potente offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Potente restaurant rated?

Is Potente currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information