Best Restaurants for Quiet Conversation in W. University / Med Center

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Houston

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BellaireDowntownGalleria / UptownHeights / WashingtonMontroseRiver Oaks

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

10 restaurants available nearby

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1. BCN Taste & Tradition

4.8

Exceptional(1897)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Montrose

Booked 27 times today

BCN Taste & Tradition, the name gives a nod to Barcelona and the meld of traditional and modern Spanish cuisine. Chef Luis Roger relocated from Girona, Spain - trained under Michelin Chef Ferran Adria at elBulli- and taught at the renowned culinary school Aula Gastronomica de l’Emporada. Located on a 1920’s era Victorian home in the trendy Montrose/Museum District (4210 Roseland St.). BCN Taste & Tradition will recreate an authentic Spanish style dining experience with unparalleled service. The menu will showcase all the fantastic, cutting-edge haute cuisine that put Spain on the world stage. Credit card info required for reservations larger than 5 guests. A $50/person fee will be charged if you are unable to cancel within 48 of your scheduled time or if your party decreases in size within 24 of your reservation. No fee will be assessed for transferring the reservation to a different name.

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2. Le Jardinier - Houston

4.7

Exceptional(210)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Heights / Washington

Booked 7 times today

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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3. Capone's Oven & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(149)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Capone’s Oven & Bar is located at 2303 Richmond Ave, Houston, TX 77098 and our phone number is (832)767-1794. We are a 1920’s style bar and oven offering the finest in gourmet pizzas, salads, and appetizers all prepared right in front of your eyes and cooked to perfection in our state of the art brick oven. A few of Capone’s specialities are the Capone’s pizza made with arugula, procuitto and topped with truffle oil, or The Godfather pizza made with pepperoni, Italian sausage and jalapeños. Food is served Wednesday through Saturday until 1:45 am and Sunday through Tuesday until 11:45 for your convenience and go beautifully with Capone’s wine list or wide selection of bourbons and single-malt scotch. Also, we feature LIVE MUSIC Wednesday – Saturday evenings, cover charges do not apply. Please see our calendar of events page to get the latest information for our live music line up.

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4. Costa Brava Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(1928)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Spanish • Bellaire

Booked 4 times today

Owners Angeles Dueñas and Kitty Bailey have created a home where they explore the rich traditions of the food and wine from Spain and France with a modern, personal approach.Open Table's 2016 list - "100 Best Restaurants for Foodies in America"

5. Ouisie's Table

4.8

Exceptional(4814)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 41 times today

Known by generations for her hospitality, proprietress Elouise Adams Jones, a.k.a. Ouisie, serves an eclectic collection of Southern foods with an excellent wine list to match. High ceilings and fans in the main dining room it evoke the ambiance of a Texas manor house. The adjacent dining porch overlooking the patio and garden, as well as Cooper’s Wine Bin, provide additional dining and entertaining areas. The daily fare encompasses traditional offerings like her well-loved pimento cheese, the shrimp and grits, and the popular Gulf Coast oysters to the favorite Tuesday special Ouisie’s award winning chicken fried steak with corn pudding. A fine plate of grilled Prime beef tenderloin or a brace of quail stuffed with super lump crab meat with Cognac glaze are good examples of the daily specials one might find on the blackboard. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch on weekends.

6. Brasserie 19

4.8

Exceptional(2720)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • River Oaks

Booked 58 times today

Brasserie 19, located in Houston’s 77019 neighborhood, offers a modern amalgamation of French brasserie fare and well-known American influences. The menu utilizes the freshest seasonal ingredients in thoughtfully prepared dishes. Brasserie 19 boasts an expansive, carefully developed wine list. Brasserie 19's sophisticated yet unpretentious interiors are bathed in deep blues, cool greys, and whites, with antiqued woods and white marble used throughout. Blue velvet banquettes are paired with woven chairs and complemented by white linen-covered tables to create a casually elegant setting for lunch, dinner or weekend brunch. Brasserie 19 serves lunch and dinner 7 days a week, as well as brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.

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7. Sol7 - Thompson Hotel

4.5

Awesome(88)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Southeast Houston

Sol 7 is our poolside oasis featuring global flavors and contemporary cuisine, offering a light-filled, upscale environment for locals and travelers alike to gather over brunch, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails. Surrounded by lush greenery, this buzzy hangout with retro vibes offers expansive views of the Houston Skyline. Chef Alexandre Viriot’s Sol 7 menu is rooted in many of the cultural and culinary influences that make Houston great. Equally matched is the dynamic beverage program showcasing bespoke cocktails with in-house-made elements, wine, and beer. We invite you to enjoy an afternoon soaking in the sunlight and an evening admiring the city lights while you enjoy Sol 7's many offerings.

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8. State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial

4.3

Awesome(2165)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Westside

Booked 50 times today

A hidden Memorial City Gem, State Fare Kitchen & Bar is an upbeat contemporary American serving a hip twist on localFavorites. Whether a quick business lunch, casual dinner, or joining one of Houston’s most popular brunches, there are options to satisfy every craving. We have semi private and fully private rooms to celebrate all occasions

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9. Maggiano's - Memorial

4.4

Awesome(924)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Westside

Booked 30 times today

Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Memorial City and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. Whether celebrating a special occasion or gathering the family for an informal dinner, this is the perfect place to gather. Visit us at 602 Memorial City Mall and book your reservation today!

10. Bistro Le Cep

4.8

Exceptional(1024)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Westchase

Opened in 2001, Bistro Le Cep features French home cooking at its finest that can be best described as deeply flavored, elegant, yet straightforward. Combining traditional fine dining with a modern perspective, Bistro Le Cep will impress you and your guests with mouth-watering specialties inspired by authentic age old country recipes. We feature a well stocked bar and our extensive wine list includes an exceptional selection of grand vintages, as well as coveted wines from small producers.

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From verified diners like you

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Deborah
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Enjoyed the Valentine’s Day 3-course dinner for our anniversary. All courses were delicious! Lovely food based in Barcelona, Spain cuisine.
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BCN Taste & TraditionPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Montrose
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4.8
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Anthony
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
It was fantastic , I would recommend to anyone and everyone
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Capone's Oven & BarPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Downtown
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4.7
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Sheila
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Three 40 year friends, plus the husband of one, celebrated our February birthdays at Ouisie's by choice as each of us has previously dined there. We were not disappointed from the arrival to our exit, to include parking service, greeting by the front clerk and our table server. The food was delicious as expected and served with a smile. The three birthday ladies were treated with a dessert. It was another memorable occasion and I look forward to future visits, soon! A+ service from start to finish! It's a winner!
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Ouisie's TablePrice: Moderate• American• Galleria / Uptown
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4.8
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Shauna
1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always great service and delicious food! We had duck, paella, and rainbow trout - all delicious!
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Costa Brava BistroPrice: Very Expensive• Spanish• Bellaire
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4.9
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LarissaVIP
Houston •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 9, 2025
We always love coming here and love to see the restaurant being celebrated. I love the changes they've done to the menu design. Beautiful ambiance, great staff and really solid food.
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Le Jardinier - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• French• Heights / Washington
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4.7

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