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Dining Out for New Year's Eve
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Besides attending one of the world's Top 10 Hot Spots for New Year's Eve, what could be better than celebrating the end of the year with a memorable meal? Whether you're looking for a party scene full of revelers or a more romantic space to share a midnight Champagne toast with someone special, we've compiled a list of the best restaurants in Houston to ring in the New Year.

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Branch Water Tavern American Regional
14/20
510 Shepherd Dr.
Houston, TX 77007
713-863-7777 | Menu
Retro chic décor and food from chef-owner David Grossman at Branch Water Tavern. More...

Brennan's of Houston Creole
14/20
Dining Room at Brennan 3300 Smith St.
Houston, TX 77006
713-522-9711 | Menu
The Houston sibling of Commander's Palace in New Orleans turns out fine renditions of Creole classics. More...

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House Steakhouse
14/20
The Galleria
5061 Westheimer Rd., Ste. 8060
Houston, TX 77056
713-355-2600 | Menu
The well-heeled flock to Del Frisco’s for big wines and big steaks. More...

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Steakhouse
14/20
Center at River Oaks
2405 Alabama St.
Houston, TX 77004
713-520-5959 | Menu
Prime beef and fabulous wines define this upscale steakhouse. More...

Mark's American Cuisine Contemporary
16/20
Dining Room at Mark 1658 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77019
713-523-3800 | Menu
Foodies and those in the know wax spiritual about this heavenly American cuisine. More...

Phil & Derek's Restaurant & Wine Bar American Regional
13/20
2811 Bammel Lane
Houston, TX 77098
713-529-1314
A regional-Cajun bistro in a charming century-old Texas cottage tucked away in River Oaks. More...

Philippe Restaurant + Lounge American Regional
14/20
Dining Room at Philippe Restaurant + Lounge, Houston, TX BLVD Place
1800 Post Oak Blvd.
Houston, TX 77056
713-439-1000 | Menu
French meets Texas chic at Philippe Restaurant + Lounge. More...

Rainbow Lodge Seafood
15/20
Dining Room at Rainbow Lodge, Houston, TX 2011 Ella Blvd.
Houston, TX 77008
713-861-8666 | Menu
A romantic, earthy lodge serving upscale wild game complemented by remarkable wines. More...

17 Contemporary
13/20
Dining Room at 17, Houston, TX Alden-Houston
1117 Prairie St.
Houston, TX 77002
832-200-8888 | Menu
Eclectic, contemporary Texan fare and whimsical desserts. More...

Strip House Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Strip House, Houston, TX The Shops at Houston Center
1200 McKinney St.
Houston, TX 77010
713-659-6000 | Menu
Both sexes find a lot to appreciate in a racy steakhouse designed to appeal to all the senses. More...

Sullivan's Steakhouse Steakhouse
12/20
4608 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77027
713-961-0333 | Menu
Live music along with the steaks, chops, traditional sides and cocktails keep Sullivan’s hopping. More...

Tony's European
15/20
Dining Room at Tony 3755 Richmond Ave.
Houston, TX 77046
713-622-6778 | Menu
Over-the-top luxury marks Tony’s, the culinary playground for the rich and famous. More...

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