Restaurants near Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History

27 restaurants available nearby

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1. Porters Dining + Bar

4.6

Exceptional(1251)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • College Station

Booked 16 times today

Porters Dining & Butcher features a wood-fired grill and premium cuts of meat, along with an extensive wine list and cocktail menu. Enjoy a drink at the bar or on the patio. Porters is open for lunch and dinner daily, as well as brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Private Dining available contact: portersdiningbutcher@gmail.com

2. Casa Mangiare

4.8

Exceptional(499)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • College Station

Booked 19 times today

We pride ourselves on our commitment to authentic Italian cuisine. Our team brings together the freshest and finest ingredients to craft a menu showcasing Italy's rich and diverse flavors. From handmade pasta dishes to succulent seafood and mouthwatering grilled meats, each plate is a masterpiece that tantalizes the senses and satisfies even the most discerning palate.Our extensive wine list features a carefully curated selection of Italian wines, ranging from well-known classics to hidden gems from small, family-owned vineyards. Our sommeliers are on hand to guide you through the choices, ensuring a perfect pairing that enhances your dining experience.

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3. The Republic Steakhouse

4.9

Exceptional(2397)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • College Station

Booked 21 times today

The only AAA Four Diamond rated restaurant in College Station, The Republic Steakhouse is known as the best fine dining steakhouse in central Texas. The Republic specializes in steak and seafood with a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list, stunning handcrafted cocktails, and one of the largest whiskey selections in Texas. Impeccable service along with timeless steakhouse decor, The Republic is a steakhouse at its finest.

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4. Primrose Path Wine Bar

4.9

Exceptional(640)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • College Station

Booked 13 times today

From the executive chef & owner of The Republic Steakhouse, Primrose Path is a Spanish & Italian style restaurant specializing in tapas, wine, & cocktails. Stunning industrial-chic decor and a lively courtyard patio scene with impeccable service is accompanied by some of the finest and most innovative food & cocktails in the region.

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5. Elia Cafe Tapas Bar

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4.8

Exceptional(114)

Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Bryan

Booked 6 times today

Join us for a culinary journey through Spain at Elia Cafe Tapas Bar. Our delectable tapas, paella, sangria, and mouthwatering dishes will transport you to the heart of Spain. Enjoy a glass of wine from our distinctive wine selection to bring out the flavors in every bite. Located in the beautiful Old Bryan Marketplace, Downtown Bryan's historic building dating back to 1910, the warm ambiance and relaxed elegance of our restaurant will have you feeling right at home. And, to make your experience even more special, we offer live music every weekend. Come for the food, stay for the music, and leave with unforgettable memories.

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6. Christopher's World Grille

4.9

Exceptional(3165)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • College Station

Booked 16 times today

Set in a 115 year old Texas Ranch House, just 2 miles from Kyle Field, Christopher’s World Grille is the most nationally and locally awarded restaurant in Central Texas including Top 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in the USA, AAA Four Diamond Award, and Open Table Diner’s Choice Awards. In an elegant New Orleans atmosphere, Certified Executive Chef, Christopher Lampo offers a menu of prime steaks, fresh seafoods and pastas. His signature dish is the House Filet with creamed spinach, fried potatoes, béarnaise sauce, crawfish tails, and Port Wine Sauce. Elegant outdoor dining with a wrap-around porch and covered Terrace with cozy fire pits. Highlights include Fresh Seafood, Great Steaks, Charcuterie Boards, Blackened Shrimp Fondue, Almond Crusted Brie, Spicy Shrimp Bisque, French, Italian, Louisiana and Latin American-inspired menu, Craft Cocktails and a Distinctive Wine List. Private Rooms Available.

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7. Juanita's Tex Mex Cantina

4.4

Awesome(95)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • College Station

Booked 14 times today

~ 2023 OpenTable Diner's Choice Award Winner ~Juanita’s Tex-Mex Cantina is a boutique culinary experience born out of diverse parts of Mexico where authentic recipes and creativeness meet familiar Tex-Mex dishes served in our Lone Star state. Our central location at the heart of Aggieland gives you access to the posh shopping around Century Square, superb accommodations right next to The George Hotel, and is within walking distance to Texas A&M University. From private events and caterings to birthday fiestas and social hours, Juanita's is an upscale and lively cantina where our Tex-Mex roots and culinary expertise will make your experience memorable. And if you prefer to stay in, we partner with DoorDash to bring the fiesta to you.

8. Ronin

4.6

Exceptional(1391)

Price: Expensive

• American • College Station

Booked 1 time today

Ronin features elgant farm cuisine with a constantly evolving menu. Set in the beautiful, newly-renovated historic Ice House on Main in downtown Bryan, our restaurant shares an open-air kitchen with our dining room, floor to ceiling exposed brick, and hand-built, suspension tables made from wood salvaged during renovation. Our menu is updated daily, based on what we have harvested from our garden during that given week. Our farm is located just seven miles from our restaurant. The climate and changing seasons play a major role in what we serve. It is our intention to always provide a variety of menu options and to accommodate any dietary needs.

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9. Messina Hof Estate Winery

4.7

Exceptional(1001)

Price: Expensive

• American • Bryan

Booked 3 times today

Dine by the vines!Located on the Messina Hof Winery Estate, The Vintage House offers dining with particular attention to fresh Vineyard Cuisine. Each and every dish incorporates one of our award-winning wines. Linger over quiet conversation in the romantic Barrel Room or looking out upon our vineyards. Savor a wide variety of appetizers, salads, and entrees, all designed with wine in mind. Located Lakeside on the Messina Hof Estate, our Tasting Room and Wine Bar offers an array of light bites, wine tastings, Tour experiences, and more! Soak in the sunshine on our Lakeside deck or catch up with friends over wine slushies in our Tasting Room. Recognized by Sante" Magazine for our high standards of quality in Fine Dining and Wine Hospitality and rated one of the Most Romantic Restaurants in America by Open Table. Vintage House Restaurant - *For parties of 6 or more an automatic gratuity will be added*Tasting Room Reservations taken

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10. The University Club

4.7

Exceptional(34)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • College Station

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to our room with a view! The University Club offers a delicious daily buffet menu for lunch Tuesday - Friday, 11 AM - 1:30 PM.We're open to all - visitors, faculty, staff, and students. Enjoy a fine dining experience at the very top of Aggieland!Reservations are recommended and honored on a first come, first served basis.

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Kerrievip
Houston •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food was delicious & our server Fabian was knowledgeable, attentive & had a great personality! Great night celebrating our daughter’s 21st birthday!
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The Republic SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• College Station
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4.9
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Jason
Houston •4 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
The saxophone playing was a little loud in the dining room. The food was outstanding except for the brocccolini.
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Casa MangiarePrice: Expensive• Italian• College Station
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4.8
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Toddvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Waiter was very good and explained everything to us. Food and atmosphere was excellent.
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Primrose Path Wine BarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• College Station
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4.9
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T .
Houston •1 review
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
We have been to several Tapas bars in Spain, so we were excited to try one in our own backyard. We were not disappointed. Everything was wonderful. Noise level was moderate only because there was great live music. We will definitely return.
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Elia Cafe Tapas BarPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Bryan
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4.8
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John
Central Texas •1 review
4.0
Dined on Nov 20, 2024
Very good place to take my lady on a date, food is a little overpriced but what can you expect
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Porters Dining + BarPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• College Station
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4.6

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27 restaurants available nearby

1. Porters Dining + Bar

2. Casa Mangiare

3. The Republic Steakhouse

4. Primrose Path Wine Bar

5. Elia Cafe Tapas Bar

6. Christopher's World Grille

7. Juanita's Tex Mex Cantina

8. Ronin

9. Messina Hof Estate Winery

10. The University Club

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