Restaurant Reviews

Experimental Dining

Texas's Wildest Fine-Dining Restaurant Is Back

Chef David Skinner revives Eculent, with playful interactive dishes, a new Liquid Lab cocktail program, and an AI-powered dining experience.

03/11/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley

OH-MY-AKASE

Indulge in an Adventurous Dining Experience at 5Kinokawa

Chef Billy Kin creates an intimate culinary delight that features fresh ingredients flown in from Japan’s Toyosu Market.

01/18/2023 By Rosemary Akpan

Nikkei-style

Restaurant Review: Pacha Nikkei Serves up Otherworldly Flavors

Peruvian-Japanese Chef, Masaru Fukuda, introduces Houstonians to the food of his homeland.

12/28/2022 By Mai Pham

Knives Out

At TEN, You’ll Pay for Good Sushi, but the Ambiance Is a Bonus

The new sophisticated sushi bar from Daily Dose Hospitality Group has finally arrived.

12/19/2022 By Shelby Stewart

O-FISH-CIAL

Aaron Bludorn’s Navy Blue Is Finally Here, and It Was Worth the Wait

The Rice Village-located modern American seafood restaurant won us over through a dinner full of high notes like mussel bisque, swordfish au poivre, and spaghetti vongole.

12/06/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

Mangia!

Tableside Cacio e Pepe Just Made Numero28 Our New Go-to Italian Spot

The new Highland Village Italian restaurant represents a crossroads of Italian cuisine.

11/18/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

LET’S GOW!

Tim Ho Wan Brings Michelin-Level Dim Sum to Katy

The Hong Kong-hailing restaurant will send you straight to dim sum heaven through its famous baked BBQ pork buns.

11/10/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

New Digs

Bungalow Is in a Soft Open Phase—Time to Make a Reservation

The new Downtown restaurant offers an elevated approach to surf and turf, with dishes like fried red snapper and filet mignon.

10/17/2022 By Shelby Stewart

On The Table

Out of the Box: Dim Sum Box Is Redefining Iconic Chinese Dishes

Dim Sum Box is reimagining classics for a new generation of Houston foodies.

09/28/2022 By Phoebe Gibson

TASTE OF TUSCANY

Roma Ristorante is a Taste of Italy Without Ever Leaving Home

The trattoria-style restaurant in Rice Village feels like a trip to grandmas.

08/02/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Free Spirits

There’s a New Coffee Shop and Dispensary in the Heights

The new Instagram-worthy coffee bar doubles as a dispensary.

04/07/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Mai Pham Favorites

Try These Pan-Fried Dumplings from This Family-Owned Spot in First Ward

Made lovingly by hand every day, Dumpling Haus’ pan-fried dumplings are better than the versions you’ll find in Chinatown.

03/16/2022 By Mai Pham

Fine Dining

Enjoy Unique Acadian Cuisine at Prey

The new restaurant takes over the former wine bar, Rise.

10/28/2021 By Shelby Stewart Edited by Stephanie Bartels

First Bite

The Delights Are in the Details at Kanau Sushi

Trust the chef to put his unique spin on the expected.

05/19/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

First Bite

You'll Pay for It, but Turner's Offers a Richly Rewarding Experience

This throwback of a restaurant features classic American and Continental fare.

10/16/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Review

Raise Your Glass to Mutiny Wine Room

The Heights spot has a wine list and food worth celebrating.

04/01/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Review

Coffee and Wine Bar Penny Quarter Is the Perfect All-Day Spot

Have an afternoon coffee meeting, happy hour, or date night at this Montrose café.

04/01/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Restaurant Review

Everything at Guard & Grace Is Big and Bold

The steaks are as exceptional as the glitzy environs at this Denver-based concept.

03/02/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Restaurant Review

Rosalie Italian Soul Is the Fine-Dining Italian Comfort Food Spot We All Needed

The cozy eatery inside the C. Baldwin is a love letter to Top Chef Masters winner Chris Cosentino's grandmother.

03/02/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Restaurant Review

Enjoy a Pint and a Slice at Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co.

The brewery is serving up Neapolitan-inspired pizza, and it's selling out.

01/30/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Houstonia Magazine

Restaurant Reviews

Texas's Wildest Fine-Dining Restaurant Is Back

Indulge in an Adventurous Dining Experience at 5Kinokawa

Restaurant Review: Pacha Nikkei Serves up Otherworldly Flavors

At TEN, You’ll Pay for Good Sushi, but the Ambiance Is a Bonus

Aaron Bludorn’s Navy Blue Is Finally Here, and It Was Worth the Wait

Tableside Cacio e Pepe Just Made Numero28 Our New Go-to Italian Spot

Tim Ho Wan Brings Michelin-Level Dim Sum to Katy

Bungalow Is in a Soft Open Phase—Time to Make a Reservation

Out of the Box: Dim Sum Box Is Redefining Iconic Chinese Dishes

Roma Ristorante is a Taste of Italy Without Ever Leaving Home

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