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MAD, Houston, TX

MAD

4.6
4.6
2442 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 51 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
No passport required for a journey to MAD. An innovative experience that blends Madrid's famous nightlife and the very best of Spanish gastronomy. Creative tapas and small bites, wood fire cooked rice, fish and meats, terrific gin & tonic, craft cocktails and a wine cellar with a selection of the best the world has to offer. Using the highest quality ingredients, creativity in every corner, and a passion for surprises, are the cornerstones of MAD's philosophy.the moon is the limit.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (281) 888-2770
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Luis Roger
  • Private party facilities
    For private events, or for parties of 9 guests or more, please visit https://app.perfectvenue.com/venues/mad-restaurant-group/hello
  • Neighborhood
    River Oaks
  • Cross street
    Bettis
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking provided at entrance and free self parking in attached parking garage. Street parking nearby is metered.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • *OPTIONAL* | 10 or 12-course Chefs Tasting Menu

    $150.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Pre-selection of the Tasting Menu is not restrictive or pre-paid and you can choose at the restaurant on the day of your reservation. From Executive Chef Luis Roger comes our Chef's Tasting Menu. Your choice of 10-course for $150.00 or 12-courses for $175.00 with optional $55 5-course wine pairing. This menu will sample a new interpretation of classical Spanish cuisine, influenced by the whimsical style of MAD gastronomy. Availability is not guaranteed as supplies are sometimes limited, pre-selection of the experience helps us better prepare for your participation. Price is not inclusive of tax or gratuity. Please allot 2-2.5 hours for the dining experience. Tasting menu only available Sunday-Thursday. *Full table participation required*.
    *OPTIONAL* | 10 or 12-course Chefs Tasting Menu Photo

Offers

  • Wine Wednesday

    Multiple dates available
    Wed - 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM
    Enjoy 50% off any bottle of wine priced $160 or less

    Wine Wednesday Photo
  • MAD Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 12:00 PM - 2:15 PM, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Mon - 5:00 PM - 9:15 PM,Tue - Thu - 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM,Fri - Sat - 12:00 PM - 2:15 PM, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM, 10:00 PM - 11:00 PM
    *ONLY AVAILABLE IN THE BAR AREA* 5:00pm CST means MIDNIGHT IN MADRID! Available all day on Mondays and select hours every other day, from our $14 MAD Burger to a large variety of Tapas & 50% off Signature Paellas, this deal is not one to miss! AVAILABILITY: Monday - ALL NIGHT Tuesday - Thursday 5:00pm - 6:30pm. Friday - Saturday 3:00pm - 6:00pm AND 10:00pm - Close Sunday - 3:00pm - 6:00pm

What 2,442 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
MAD offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food," a vibrant atmosphere, and "excellent service." Known for its authentic Spanish cuisine and standout dishes like the paella and small bites, MAD combines "unique decor" with a lively vibe. Ideal for special occasions, this River Oaks gem promises memorable meals and "exquisite cocktails."

2,442 Reviews
  1. Elizabeth

    Washington DC

    68 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    68 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is one of the best and most innovative restaurants I’ve eaten at in Houston. The food was delicious. Our server Erik was amazing. Excellent cocktails. Thank you to MAD! We left very HAPPY.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent cocktails, starters and entrees! Service was attentive and timely!

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  3. Christopher

    Atlanta Metro

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Experiencing the 12-course meal at MAD was extraordinary. From the moment we were seated, the service was impeccable, with each course presented cleanly and described with expertise and passion. The staff was attentive, anticipating every need while allowing us to fully savor each dish. Each course offered a balance of flavors, crafted with precision, and presented as true culinary art. The progression from one dish to the next felt seamless, each course adding depth to the overall experience. The pacing was impeccable, giving us ample time to appreciate each creation without feeling rushed and enjoy conversation. MAD delivered a dining experience that was not only a feast for the senses but also a showcase of exceptional service. While we were unable to get a reservation at BCN taste tonight (because they were closed celebrating their Michelin star). MAD was more like an upstart younger sibling rivaling to overtake the former rather than a second choice. MAD provided a meal that left a lasting impression—an elegant, immersive journey that defines fine dining at its best.

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  4. Samantha

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing birthday dinner! It is definitely a vibe, and a great experience. The food is amazing, the server and staff made sure that we were taken care of! Will definitely be back

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  5. Peggy

    Houston

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful experience! Food was amazing, server was so friendly and helpful. Everything was perfect. Love the vibe and decor as well. Definitely a splurge $$$ from our regular dining budget but worth it! Will definitely go back!

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  6. Amanda

    Seattle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    This is my second time going to MAD. The first time we were blown away, talk about it often with friends. Which is why when we had family come visit we had to take them. We had the astronaut experience, every single corse was rushed and piled of top of each other. The weight staff didn’t take their time to explain it. They didn’t ask us about drinks or try to explain any drinks to us. The food this time was okay, I wasn’t blown away. Which is unfortunate because the first time I definitely was.

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  7. Leticia

    Houston

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful time celebrating my birthday. We were even given a tour of the restaurant that included several of Picasso's original art.

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  8. Mayte

    Houston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    My boyfriend and I had reservations here for indoor dining room, standard table at 9pm. Arrived 30min early and we were willing to wait for a table. They sat as down immediately but it was not the table I reserved for. I asked kindly to move to a standard table that was available instead of a high top. The hosts told us no because that table was reserved already. I told her I originally booked a standard table not a high top and she came back to tell me I didn’t reserve a standard table. I had to get up and show her the email where I did book a standard table. She then told me both standard and high top were the same thing and it didn’t matter what I reserved. At this point the host was getting upset that I was proving her wrong and she didn’t know what else to say to me. I was so upset that she tried to lie to me about my reservation. A different host then offered we sat and had a drink while a table we reserved for became available and we would be seated by 9:15. I told her that was fine and we could wait. While waiting another group of 2 asked to sit at the table we requested to be moved to as soon as we got there and they moved them when they had already told us that table was taken. We weren’t seated at our reserved table for 9pm until 10pm. The service here is horrible and the communication was poor. I do want to say we were the youngest group there and the staff did not prioritize us.

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  9. Nancy

    Houston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a marvelous experience at MAD. Food & service excellent. Atmosphere is so fun, chic and lively.

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  10. Michael

    Houston

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is AMAZING! Truly AMAZING! Our server Stephen was outstanding. The portions were perfect and we enjoyed one of the best meals in Houston in a long time!

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FAQs

MAD offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. MAD also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (281) 888-2770.

MAD is rated 4.6 stars by 2442 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 51 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for MAD

4444 Westheimer Rd Suite C180, Houston, TX 77027

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bettis
  • Neighborhood
    River Oaks
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking provided at entrance and free self parking in attached parking garage. Street parking nearby is metered.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Luis Roger
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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