Best Seasonal Restaurants in University of Houston

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1. Le Jardinier - Houston

4.8

Exceptional(161)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Heights / Washington

Booked 14 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.

2. Uchi Houston

4.9

Exceptional(4442)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Montrose

Booked 79 times today

Bringing its hallmark level of quality and service to an urban location, Uchi Houston made its debut in 2012 in the former historic Felix space on Westheimer. Melding culinary innovation with an approachable vibe, the menu features items culled from both Uchi and Uchiko in Austin, along with signature seasonal items created by our Chef team. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

3. CASE Chocolates

4.9

Exceptional(59)

Price: Very Expensive

• Dessert • Southeast Houston

Booked 10 times today

CASE Chocolates is the world's first chocolate and cocktail speakeasy. Our tasting experiences take you through fine and unique cacaos combined with high-end spirits and cocktails. Our space is meant to spark delight and joy, and we can't wait to welcome you in soon!Our promise is a one-of-a-kind journey through chocolates in an unforgettable atmosphere.Please arrive on time for the best experience. Plan ahead as parking is limited to a small lot and street parking. You must enter through Sampson St., Suite E. No-shows and cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will be subject to a charge of $68 per person. Each tasting comes with 3 cocktail and chocolate pairings. Tastings start at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm Wednesdays and Thursdays and 6:30 pm, 8:30 pm, and 10:30 pm Fridays and Saturdays and are approximately 90 minutes per tasting.

4. State of Grace

4.8

Exceptional(3350)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • River Oaks

Booked 37 times today

State of Grace is a coastal, South Texas neighborhood restaurant in the refurbished Lamar-River Oaks Shopping Center. Elegant but casual, its elevated comfort food by executive chef Bobby Matos is executed at the highest level in a welcoming, beautiful space. The jubilant medley of old favorites played with new spice, accent, and freshness lends itself to southern, American, Latin, Gulf Coast, German and Asian influences. Chef-owner Ford Fry’s first venture outside of Atlanta, State of Grace is located in the neighborhood where Ford grew up and nods to his childhood memories fused with Houston’s evolution into a melting pot of cultures and cuisines.

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5. Guard and Grace - Houston

4.8

Exceptional(1799)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 56 times today

Named after our daughter Grace, along with the idea that a steakhouse can be graceful, whimsical, and elegant without being dark and moody. What started as a vision to keep the vibe light and airy while letting the outside in, has turned into an Award-winning design of which we couldn't be prouder. This menu is truly meant to offer something for everyone, with often found steakhouse features as well as a plethora of seafood to truly highlight the best of the gulf and beyond. Prime, Dry Aged and local Wagyu cuts of beef in 4 to 40 oz. portions are available to satisfy any sized appetite. Innovative cocktails and wines from around the world top it all off -making Guard and Grace the place to be for happy hour, a couple's night out or your private event. Our family, or Ohana, is a passionate group of culinary obsessives who strive to make memories that will last a lifetime. Houston is a special city that has stolen our hearts, and from the bottom of them, we thank you for joining us.

6. Októ

4.5

Awesome(68)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Montrose

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to Októ, where Mediterranean flavors and vibrant ambiance converge. Named after the Greek word for "eight," Októ offers an upbeat atmosphere with a jazzy bar featuring exclusive spirits. Our menu, crafted by Sof chefs Yotam Dolev and Hai Avnaim, showcases innovative, nutritious dishes inspired by Greece, Spain, and the Levant.Guests can enjoy a seasonal selection of approximately a dozen shareable plates, reflecting the rich culinary traditions of the Mediterranean. Complementing the food, our bar serves a curated wine list and a range of classic and creative craft cocktails. Októ is designed for communal dining, making each visit a memorable celebration of Mediterranean cuisine and culture.

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7. B&B Butchers & Restaurant - Houston

4.8

Exceptional(6725)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Heights / Washington

Booked 80 times today

With locations in Houston and Fort Worth, B&B Butchers & Restaurant is a Texas-based upscale steakhouse and traditional butcher shop specializing in high-quality meats and elevated customer service.

8. Eunice

4.7

Exceptional(2594)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 27 times today

Named affectionately after executive chef Drake Leonards’ South Louisiana hometown, Eunice offers a modern Cajun-Creole brasserie-style menu inspired by the flavors of his childhood.The seasonally-inspired menus marry European influences with the ingredients and foodways of the Gulf Coast. Enjoy the dining experience inside at the bar, at a table along the floor to ceiling windows, or outside on our patio. We offer happy hour every day from 3 pm to 6 pm including $1.50 oysters, Discounted Draft Beers, House Wine, and classic cocktails

9. MF Sushi

4.9

Exceptional(1662)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Museum District

Booked 22 times today

We are now offering Omakase reservations Tuesday-Wednesday at 7:00 pm, Friday at 7:30 pm. Please contact us directly at (713) 637-4587 for Omakase reservations and large party reservations.

10. a'Bouzy

4.7

Exceptional(2670)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French / American • River Oaks

Booked 14 times today

Restauranteur Shawn Virene put the POP into Houston with his wildly successful a’Bouzy. This champagne-fueled spot located in the tony River Oaks neighborhood of town attracts a stylish crowd all day. The bar is always bustling and the patio echoes with the cry – “a Bouzy!” every time a bottle is sabered tableside. In fact, most tables will have multiple wine buckets close by, keeping the bubbly cool. The fresh, ripe American menu features seasonal seafood, salads, small-shareable plates, large raw bar and prime meats. The wine list curated by Virene, is both the best-priced on bubbly and wines in the city. The interiors have a sophisticated rustic vibe with exposed brick, reclaimed woods and a color palate of creams and blues. The effervescent appeal of bubbles is reflected in a light installation that mimics bubbles floating overhead. The spacious patio is a magnet for the stylish clientele that enjoy the year-round garden. The best thing is Champagne and wine is at or below retail

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Terryvip
Houston •47 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had dinner for three in their private dining room - great ambiance, lower noise level. Two dozen east coast oysters were delightful, served ice cold, opened to perfection, with delicious condiments - as always at State of Grace. Being regulars at SOG, we ordered our usual - Caesar salad, blackened redfish, Cacio et pepe pasta, and topped it off with their chocolate pecan ball. All were delightful, which, along with the normal friendly, efficient serving staff and attentive management team, keep us coming back again and again. Keep up the great work SOG team!
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State of GracePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• River Oaks
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4.8
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Antonio
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My first time going to this restaurant and I felt very welcome to come inside and partake in the experience it was my delicious food in which I enjoy eating.
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Guard and Grace - HoustonPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.8
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Natasha
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent mixology both in the drinks and the chocolates!
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CASE ChocolatesPrice: Very Expensive• Dessert• Southeast Houston
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4.9
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OpenTable Diner
Denver / Colorado •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Took our friends to dinner to celebrate their recent wedding and our wedding anniversary. Had the chef’s tasting with wine pairings. Everything was exceptional. The food was excellent and the wine pairings were perfect. The service was fantastic as well. Overall, a wonderful experience. We will definitely return. Unlike some of the Michelin starred restaurants we have visited in Europe, this is a more relaxed experience which we appreciated.
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Le Jardinier - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• French• Heights / Washington
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4.8
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Zachvip
Houston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Always stellar. The server treated us with two pieces lump crab roll since our favorite foie gras is —understandably—no longer available.
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Uchi HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Montrose
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4.9

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110 restaurants available nearby

1. Le Jardinier - Houston

2. Uchi Houston

3. CASE Chocolates

4. State of Grace

5. Guard and Grace - Houston

6. Októ

7. B&B Butchers & Restaurant - Houston

8. Eunice

9. MF Sushi

10. a'Bouzy

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