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Looking for the best restaurants in Houston Texas? We’ve got you covered! Houston’s restaurant scene has grown despite the pandemic. Plant-based menus are thriving alongside barbecue. The city’s diversity makes it ideal for sampling global flavors and fusion menus. Whether you want Vietnamese, Cajun, or a seven-course tasting menu, it’s all here. Check out the best restaurants in Houston Texas below!
The Best Restaurants in Houston Texas Right Now!
5Kinokawa
Chef Billy Kin and former Degust chef Brandon Silva opened this omakase experience in the former Golden Bagels on White Oak. Tesseract, a casual izakaya, will follow. Expect flawless preparations of fatty otoro (tuna belly), A5 Wagyu, tako (octopus), and fresh uni. Kin’s silky Uni Pasta is redux of his famous Blackbird Izakaya Uni Carbonara. Bring your own alcohol and enjoy.
3119 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007, United States
832-823-3848
Service options: Dine-in · No takeout · No delivery
Wild Oats
Underbelly Hospitality brings native Texas to the Houston Farmers Market. Nick Fine (One Fifth, Georgia James) uses a custom-built live-fire grill to explore the Lone Star’s diversity. Local vegetables flash fried until crisp and tossed in Los Cavazos mole, R-C Ranch Wagyu done CFS-style with bacon poblano gravy, Bellaire Campechana swimming with crab, shrimp, and spiced tomatillo, and Crispy Pork Shank and späetzle pay homage to Central Texas’ German heritage. It’s Old Texas reimagined.
2520 Airline Dr Suite C-315, Houston, TX 77009, United States
Service options: Dine-in · Takeout · No delivery
Nancy’s Hustle
Every city should have a few outposts that match its energy. Nancy’s Hustle is H- town’s. This bistro has only been open for a little over two years, but it’s already gained a loyal following. If you want to see the hype, expect to squeeze. Start with Spicy Beef & Butter Dumplings and Nancy Cakes (fluffed up johnnycakes with smoked trout roe and cultured butter), chow down on flaky Roasted Tilefish with melted tomatoes and sweet corn puree, and grab a glass of good wine at the bar while hopping between bites of crispy, gooey Cheeseburger on english muffin brioche, thick-cut Fries, and a housemade Pickle Party.
2704 Polk St A, Houston, TX 77003, United States
Service options: Dine-in · Takeout · No delivery
Le Jardinier
Alain Verzeroli, who worked for Jöel Robuchon for 20 years, is the culinary director and Michelin-starred chef at this French restaurant. Felipe Botero Sanchezas is the new Chef de Cuisine. On the MFA campus, guests can dine while overlooking the sculpture garden. Le Jardinier—French for “the gardener”—offers a well-balanced menu, so guests of all palates can find a nutritious dish. Buttery King Kampachi is topped with squash and white sesame, while grass-fed Tenderloin is served with ratte potatoes and gem lettuce. Salvatore Martone’s desserts, like the Venezuelen Dark Chocolate Crémeux, are equally stunning.
5500 Main St Suite 122, Houston, TX 77004, United States
Service options: Dine-in · No takeout · No delivery
March
The Goodnight Hospitality team (Rosie Cannonball, Montrose Cheese & Wine) opened this Mediterranean tasting menu emporium last spring. Chef-partner Felipe Riccio takes diners on a modern, travel-oriented journey in six or nine courses, from Levant regional specialties like Snapper Crudo with chermoula to the foods of South France’s historic Occitania region, like Rock Shrimp and Pernod Bouillabaisse, Cod Belly Brandade, as well as Clapassade, a slow-cooked mess of lamb, honey, olives, and star anise. The wine and cocktail programs, overseen by beverage director Mark Sayre, master sommelier, and partner June Rodil, and bar manager Alex Negranza, use the 11,000-bottle cellar below.
1624 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006, United States
Service options: Dine-in · No takeout · No delivery
Bludorn
Aaron Bludorn’s New American restaurant may be Houston’s best in 2020. The former Café Boulud chef is married to Victoria Pappas of the Pappas restaurant empire. Bludorn, in the former Pass & Provisions space on Taft, showcases the chef’s European technique and Gulf Coast love with dishes like Foie Gras with churro and cherry, a perfectly balanced Gulf Cioppino, and instant classics like Lobster Pot Pie as well as Short Rib Ravioli. Furthermore, make a reservation and get excited for Bludorn’s next concept, Navy Blue, opening in Rice Village this fall.
807 Taft St, Houston, TX 77019, United States
Service options: Dine-in · Takeout · No delivery
93 ‘til
Gary Ly (Underbelly) and Lung Ly cooked and hung out in NYC dives before opening this restaurant, bar, and lounge. The name is a nod to Souls of Mischief’s song “93 ‘Til Infinity,” and the vibe is chill. Expect good tunes and even better food, like Foie Gras Torchon PB&J as well as Fried Chicken Sandwiches.
1601 W Main St, Houston, TX 77006, United States
Service options: Dine-in · Takeout · No delivery
Hidden Omakase
This sushi hideaway in West Alabama offers creative tastings. Executive chef Niki Vongthong crafts a world-class journey through Japanese delights inspired by her Northeast Thai and Lao upbringing and travels to Granada, Seville, and Morocco. While Norigami waits for permanent digs, the space hosts monthly sushi pop-ups. A5 wagyu sliders with Hudson Valley foie gras, truffle and scallop sushi, as well as oysters with Japanese salmon caviar are highlights. Moreover, Vongthong serves a multi-course, chef-led omakase to 18 lucky diners (trust).
5353 W Alabama St #102, Houston, TX 77056, United States
Service options: Dine-in · No delivery
Musaafer
Dubai’s Spice Route Co. tapped rising star chef Mayank Istwal to showcase Indian cuisine in an over-the-top dining experience set over 10,000 square feet of ornate interior and terrace space with antique rugs, Empire ceilings lit by chandeliers, and a “Palace of Mirrors” room with more than 200,000 hand-cut mirrors on its walls. This Indian concept’s traditional and modern dishes reflect its majestic atmosphere. Expect dramatic presentations of Pani Puri (filled with fresh ceviche), Stuffed Squash Blossoms, and Smoked Goat, plus power lunches, social hours, and also multi-course tasting menus from the chef.
5115 Westheimer Rd Suite C-3500, Houston, TX 77056, United States
Service options: Dine-in · Curbside pickup · Delivery
Squable
The mod, Euro-style bistro is from Better Luck Tomorrow’s Bobby Heugel, Justin Yu, and Steve Flippo. Furthermore, with Mark Clayton and team in the kitchen, menu items like Pasta a la Béarnaise, Mussels Bruschetta, and the French Cheeseburger should hit the spot. Its perfectly fatty beef patty and also house-baked pain de mie bun are made more mouthwatering with Raclette cheese. Include retail-priced wine and Sunday brunch.
632 W 19th St, Houston, TX 77008, United States
Service options: Dine-in · Takeout · No delivery
Gatlin’s Fins & Feathers
Greg Gatlin, the owner of one of America’s best BBQ joints, puts his spin on Gulf Coast comfort food at this hot fried bird and seafood spot, also opening at the end of June in his childhood neighborhood. The chef and co-owner Michelle Wallace honor their hometown. Crispy chicken, buttery biscuits, Third Coast gumbo, BBQ shrimp, fresh oysters, as well as an excellent hot chicken sandwich with a Vietnamese twist.
302 W Crosstimbers St, Houston, TX 77018, United States
Service options: Dine-in
LORO Asian Smokehouse & Bar
Chef Tyson Cole (Uchi) and Aaron Franklin (Franklin BBQ) have teamed up to create an Asian smokehouse in a remodeled church on 11th. Bring a partner (or crew) so you can try everything: Candied Kettle Corn with togarashi and brisket burnt ends, Malaysian Chicken Bo Sssam kissed with yellow curry-yuzu, Smoked Beef Brisket with Thai herbs (and seasonal House Pickles) and Coconut Scented Rice. Happy hour also features the Loro Cheeseburger and Crispy Smoked Chicken Sandwich with sweet and smoky brisket jam.
1001 W 11th St, Houston, TX 77008, United States
Service options: Dine-in · Curbside pickup · Delivery
So, if you’re looking for the best restaurants in Houston, Texas – or any other city for that matter – look no further. We’ve got you covered! And don’t forget to check out our other blog posts on the best bars, experiences, parks, and supermarkets in Houston.
