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7 restaurants available nearby

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1. La Lucha
4.7
Exceptional(1362)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Heights / Washington
Booked 16 times today
An homage to the San Jacinto Inn, La Lucha offers a unique and indulgent menu complete with the freshest Gulf Coast-only oysters, shrimp, crab, warm biscuits and satisfying fried chicken dinners. Meaning “the Fight,” in reference to the Battle of San Jacinto, La Lucha embraces it’s rebellious side with its beverage selections, surprising guests with a variety of bubbly wines, outstanding craft beers and the essential stellar tequila and mezcal offerings. La Lucha’s comfortable atmosphere pays tribute to chef-owner Ford Fry’s childhood memories, meshes timeless and industrial with a few nods to the 70s.
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2. CIEL
3.9
Excellent(544)
Price: Very Expensive
• French / Japanese • River Oaks
Booked 14 times today
CIEL is a vibrant spot where food, drinks, and entertainment come together for an unforgettable experience. Reviews rave about the exciting atmosphere and live performances, calling it a unique concept in Houston. The French and Japanese cuisines get high praise as well, with many reviewers saying the food is delicious and unique.
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3. Downtown Aquarium
4.6
Exceptional(3019)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 48 times today
The Aquarium Restaurant offers guests an exciting and unique dining experience in an extraordinary setting. Your underwater adventure begins as you are seated around the 150,000 gallon aquarium with excellent views of giant groupers, reticulated rays, majestic sawfish, and other fascinating creatures as they swim right by your table. The Aquarium is not only a feast for the eyes, but also for the palate. Make a splash with deliciously fresh seafood, steak, chicken and decadent desserts all served in an unbelievable underwater setting.
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4. Emilia's Havana
5.0
Exceptional(66)
Price: Very Expensive
• Cuban • Galleria / Uptown
Booked 1 time today
Discreetly located next to The Annie Café & Bar, Emilia’s Havana is an intimate, 50-seat lounge reminiscent of a vibrant 1950s Cuban club with a luxe Latin vibe. The latest from Berg Hospitality Group, guests will enjoy inventive interpretations of classic and contemporary Cuban-inspired cocktails by the James Beard award winning mixologist, Alba Huerta, along with an elevated wine list and bottle service. Perfect for a post-dinner snack, the light, Latin-inspired small plates by Executive Chef Brian Sutton are not to be missed.* The highlight of the evening? The live “bossa nova style” music performed at every seating by our house band along with tunes by local DJs on Friday and Saturday nights. *PLEASE NOTE: Emilia’s Havana has lounge-style seating with Cuban-inspired small plates but does not have a full dinner menu.
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5. Valencia’s Tex-Mex Garage - Oak Forest
4.3
Awesome(166)
Price: Moderate
• Tex-Mex • Northwest
A bright modern Tex-Mex spot serving made from scratch recipes, Penny Mimosas & giant margaritas
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6. The Melting Pot - Houston
4.7
Exceptional(2303)
Price: Expensive
• Fondue • Galleria / Uptown
Booked 10 times today
The Melting Pot Restaurant is where fun is cooked up fondue style. Our locally owned and operated restaurant is located 1.5 miles West of the Galleria on Westheimer. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, long overdue date night or celebrating with a group, Melting Pot is always a hit.We are the premier fondue restaurant, providing a casually elegant dining experience and an intimate atmosphere. The relaxing four-course experience begins with a cheese fondue prepared table side and fresh salads while your entrée pot heats up. You’ll simmer a variety of meats, seafood and vegetables in the cooking style of your choice. Each bite is hot, fresh and delicious and all entrées are accompanied by an array of dipping sauces. Chocolate fondue a curated wine selection, crafty cocktails, local and popular beers. Reservations are recommended but not required. Special events will sell out well in advance. Join Club Fondue for advanced notice and restaurant features and offers.
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7. Doneraki
3.9
Excellent(7)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Southeast Houston
Doneraki- The Authentic Mexican Restaurant is on OpenTable. We look forward to seeing you!
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  • Kristina
    Houston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    My overall experience with The Aquarium was 💯 gratifying! My experience with Open Table was appalling. When I made reservations for the Aquarium for the Thanksgiving buffet with Open Table, they sent me the confirmation for the reservation, however when I arrived at The Aquarium, the reservation was for regular dining, I explained to the manager, when I made the reservation with Open Table, it was for the Thanksgiving buffet, she immediately tried to rectify the reservation, but they were booked up to the fullest. So me and my family decided just to go ahead and eat in the regular dining area! She knew we were very upset because it was my grandsons birthday and he wanted the buffet. She felt really bad, I told her it wasn’t her fault. With her professional manager skills, she validated our 2 parking tickets and gave 5 all day passes so my grandson and his family could enjoy his birthday!! The waiter and the staff were just 💯➕ AWESOME!!!
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    Downtown AquariumPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Downtown
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    4.6
  • Carlosvip
    Houston •21 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Service was very good. The devil eggs, delicious as the chicken. We also had the tuna tostada, amazing. The shrimp tacos, were so so.
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    La LuchaPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Heights / Washington
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    4.7
  • Janine
    Houston •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Amazing ambiance ! Great service ! Would definitely return! Jenny was amazing from the beginning and I enjoyed my birthday!
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    CIELPrice: Very Expensive• French / Japanese• River Oaks
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    3.9
  • Kassidy
    Houston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 9, 2024
    For my first time ever coming to this place, it was amazing. Shout out to Vicky,Maggie, Fabion and Mary for making us feel at home and encouraging us to dance the night away. The live band knew how to set the mood. Food was absolutely amazing and the drinks were even better. Overall a nice little getaway.
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    Emilia's HavanaPrice: Very Expensive• Cuban• Galleria / Uptown
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    5
  • SallyS
    Dallas - Fort Worth •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Aug 31, 2024
    A great place. Highly recommend. Soft tacos outstanding. Great margaritas. Friendly service, clea and spacious. Cant wsit to go back!
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    Valencia’s Tex-Mex Garage - Oak ForestPrice: Moderate• Tex-Mex• Northwest
    •
    4.3

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