1. Julep
8.9
1919 Washington Ave. (White St.), Houston, TX
Cocktail Bar · 39 tips and reviews
Maureen B: This place is classy, great for girls night or date night!
candycane: Everything is good. That is all.. Staff is very knowledgeable. Good for after work, date night, or hanging out with friends. And I LOVE their music. Eclectic and smooth.
Cruz Katherine: Excellent bar!! Very charming and romantic!! Definitely we come back! We orden Gin Gin Mule and Julep, delicious!!
Laura Chan: Best of Houston 2011 - Top 10 Romantic Restaurants - #3
Dustin Lyday: The window seat towards the back left and up the stairs is a nice romantic spot.
Clifton M: Expansive views, romantic scenery/landscaping. Sit by a window. Expensive, but excellent food, service and wine list. Try the bacon wrapped quail appetizer and the Osso Buco entre. Or get a steak....
6. Star Pizza 2
9.0
77 Harvard St (at Washington), Houston, TX
Pizzeria · 47 tips and reviews
Leprechaun Cider Company: ALWAYS THE BEST PIZZA CHOICE! And... They have LEPRECHAUN DRY CIDER! Gluten Free and perfect with any dish!!
Jef With One F: No matter where I live in Houston I come to Star for pizza. There is just no good reason to go anywhere else.
Local Houston Magazine: Their deep dish pizza is prepared on a whole wheat crust with mounds of veggies, cheese and sauce, this is what I like to call a fork and knife slice. Read more.
10. Cafe Brussels
8.2
1718 Houston Ave (at Crockett St), Houston, TX
French Restaurant · Washington Avenue - Memorial Park · 15 tips and reviews
Robyn Pass: Great selection of Belgian beer, both on draft and in bottle. Plenty of gluten free options. Get some mussels and split with your date. Open for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch.
Stephen Schwarz: Houston Avenue location
Desireé: Soft live music for brunch. Try the Epinard Quiche (spinach quiche).
Local Houston Magazine: Their specialty is TX-raised wagyu beef & inhouse, dry-aged prime steak, sourced from Idaho or Colorado. Many highlights on the menu that I cannot include but you must know there is a upstairs patio! Read more.
ArtJonak: Dual concept butcher and upscale steakhouse that serves carpet bagger steak in the half-shell. What's not to like? 😉
Fernando Covas: Top quality meats, excellent sides, impeccable service, and a really nice space. The meat is cooked to perfection, unlike any other place in the in the city. Try the prime aged ribeye.
14. Samurai Noodle
7.8
1801 Durham Dr Ste 2, Houston, TX
Ramen Restaurant · cotta · 12 tips and reviews
Local Houston Magazine: The latest ramen joint comes to Houston by way of Seattle. For your first time, you need to try the tonkotsu ramen. The second suggestion would be the spicy miso. Read more.
J W: Such a phenomenal place! We came here for one of my best friend's birthdays and they stayed open late especially for us and were absolutely hospitable! Wonderful people. Amazing food.
Pal A: Ramen is great. Love the tofu/ vegan options and the spicy sauce.
15. Cyclone Anaya's
8.4
1710 Durham Dr (Inker), Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 52 tips and reviews
zach galifianakis: Vegan Options: Cilantro Rice, Refried Black Beans, Corn Tortillas, Guacamole (Claro!), Bottomless Mimosas.
Jenny Dees: Always add fresh jalapeños to your ceviche!
W. Ross Wells: Carne Asasa A La Tampiquena is the best.