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Very Good Restaurants in Houston

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Contemporary15/20
 
1103 S. Shepherd Dr.
Houston, TX 77019
713-521-2239
  
 Brunch picks are standouts along with the multitude of appetizers and entrées. Read GAYOT's Backstreet Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Contemporary15/20
 
The Lancaster
701 Texas Ave.
Houston, TX 77002
713-228-9502
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 The intimate, genteel dining room of The Lancaster hotel, featuring creative American cuisine and impeccable service. Read GAYOT's Bistro Lancaster Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian15/20
 
1520 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77006
713-807-8857
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 Italian cooking from an imaginative chef in a charming Montrose house. Read GAYOT's Da Marco Restaurant Review

 
 
European15/20
 
219 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77006
713-529-7788
  
 British and European recipes inform the cooking at this Montrose area establishment. Read GAYOT's Feast Restaurant Review

 
 
Asian/
Contemporary/
Dim Sum
15/20
 
The Galleria
5085 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77056
713-629-8889
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 Gigi’s serves up style with substance, which includes impressive dim sum. Read GAYOT's Gigi's Asian Bistro & Dumpling Bar Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican/
Contemporary
15/20
 
1600 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77006
713-524-7744
  
 One of Houston’s best restaurants features cuisine from Mexico with heart, soul and a culinary twist. Read GAYOT's Hugo's Restaurant Review

 
 
Mediterranean/
Wine Bar
15/20
 
2450 Louisiana St.
Houston, TX 77006
713-524-0004
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 Sexy surroundings and sensational Mediterranean fare in a hot Midtown location. Read GAYOT's Ibiza Food & Wine Bar Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian15/20
 
2002 W. Gray St.
Houston, TX 77019
713-526-4700
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 River Oaks Italian trattoria still playful and special after all these years. Read GAYOT's La Griglia Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Provençal
15/20
 
1985 Welch St.
Houston, TX 77019
713-533-0200
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 Epicures flock for owner-chef John Sheeley’s seasonal American-Provençal fare. Read GAYOT's Mockingbird Bistro Restaurant Review

 
 
Mediterranean/
American
15/20
 
The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa
111 N. Post Oak Lane
Houston, TX 77024
713-685-6713
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 Oft-overlooked gem at The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa offers flavorful Mediterranean cuisine. Read GAYOT's Olivette Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood15/20
 
3029 Kirby Dr.
Houston, TX 77098
713-522-4858
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 Million-dollar setting near River Oaks features global upscale seafood. Read GAYOT's Pesce Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
Contemporary
15/20
 
2520 Amherst St.
Houston, TX 77005
713-529-2420
  
 Welcoming contemporary Italian trattoria known for great wines. Read GAYOT's Prego Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood/
Steakhouse/
American
15/20
 
2011 Ella Blvd.
Houston, TX 77008
713-861-8666
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 A romantic, earthy lodge serving upscale wild game complemented by remarkable wines. Read GAYOT's Rainbow Lodge Restaurant Review

 
 
American Regional15/20
 
BLVD Place
1800 Post Oak Blvd.
Houston, TX 77056
713-840-1111
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 Robert Del Grande’s RDG + Bar Annie is the spiritual successor to Café Annie. Read GAYOT's RDG + Bar Annie Restaurant Review

 
 
Steakhouse15/20
 
10505 Katy Fwy.
Houston, TX 77024
713-932-6901
  
 Sprawling, affordable Texas steakhouse serving first-rate certified Angus beef. Read GAYOT's Taste of Texas Restaurant Review

 
 
European/
Italian/
American
15/20
 
3755 Richmond Ave.
Houston, TX 77046
713-622-6778
  
 Over-the-top luxury marks Tony’s, the culinary playground for the rich and famous. Read GAYOT's Tony's Restaurant Review

 
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