Best Casual Restaurants in Museum District

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1. Tourão - Montrose

4.9

Exceptional(636)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Montrose

Booked 5 times today

We bring Churrasco-Rotisserie and cook all of the meat on Rodizio skewers right in front of you. The aromatic flavors are so intense, they might steal the show. We prepare different cuts of Certified Angus Beef, pork, lamb, shrimp, poultry, and beef and pork sausages, roasted slowly to maintain their natural flavors. Next, you’ll watch our Gauchos slice the meat off the cooking skewers as the juices flow onto your plate.

2. March

4.9

Exceptional(54)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Montrose

Booked 5 times today

In the heart of Houston’s Montrose neighborhood, MARCH Restaurant is an intimate Mediterranean restaurant from Chef Felipe Riccio. Serving both 6 and 9 course tasting menus, we study the gastronomy, history, and cultures of the region to answer the question:“What is Mediterranean cuisine?”After many years of personal and professional exploration of the Mediterranean – including extended stints at three-Michelin-starred Osteria Francescana and Azurmendi –Felipe has brought this spirit of exploration back to his home in Houston.The word ‘MARCH’ signifies an area of land on the border between two territories; a frontier between realms. The menu is the team’s love letter to the Mediterranean where we will explore the unique, layered evolution of its many connected cuisines, with beverage pairings/selections artfully curated by partner and Master Sommelier, June Rodil, and the acclaimed beverage team.

3. Marmo

4.6

Exceptional(1416)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Montrose

Booked 34 times today

Marmo, meaning “Marble” in Italian, will feature fresh hand-rolled pastas, house-made charcuterie, and hand-cut prime steaks. To complement the food menu, Marmo will boast an impressive wine list, with selections from all around the world spotlighted by wines from Italian regions. The bar and lounge will include a baby grand piano where a rotation of Houston’s best singers will perform nightly.Happy Hour is offered daily from 3pm-6pm, on a first-come first-served basis, and is available at our bar, high top tables, and patio. (Please note that we do not accept reservation for our Happy Hour)

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4. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(1076)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 30 times today

Zanti presents authentic Italian cuisine in a high-end casual atmosphere. Contemporary décor will combine with a charming outdoor patio, bar lounge area, pizza station and lively dining room. Handmade pasta, prepared daily in our kitchen and our gleaming brick oven, in which we will bake pizza, piadinas and select main dishes, will add to the unique vibrancy of Zanti. It is a place to feel yourself among friends and enjoy the beauty of the Italian experience.

5. Davis Street

4.7

Exceptional(1173)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • W. University / Med Center

Booked 1 time today

Davis Street is home to Chef Holley’s iconic Southern cuisine, with Pan-Asian and Pan-American flair. The menu is composed of classics from Chef Holley and the previous Davis Street menu, as well as some new features. The menu is accentuated by its well-curated wine list and craft cocktails in an updated space featuring a fresh and modern concept of casual elegance accented by the iconic Davis St. chandeliers and sleek geometric wall décor. The patio will be a verdant and vibrant spot that is sure to become a prime Instagram-able scene.

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6. Hudson House - River Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(435)

Price: Moderate

• American • River Oaks

Booked 27 times today

With its East Coast-inspired “old-school casual” design and menu, Hudson House offers straightforward, timeless American dishes for lunch and dinner. Oysters are flown in daily and are best paired with their legendary “World’s Coldest Martinis."

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7. La Griglia - Houston

4.6

Exceptional(2808)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 30 times today

La Griglia continues its tradition of a true Houston staple at our new address, 2817 W Dallas Street. La Griglia’s menu is a blend of signature dishes with new creations featuring simple, uncomplicated ingredients elegantly presented. A significant portion of our exceptional ingredients are sourced from Italy and act as inspiration for the new offerings. With a striking, modern look and feel, La Griglia features sleek finishes such as marble and brass juxtaposed by the warmth of supple leathers and crisp white tablecloths. The restaurant includes an intimate main dining room, a wine room, and an expansive courtyard and bar for dining and cocktails, allowing for guests to experience a range of environments based on the occasion.As a courtesy to all our guests, we maintain a business casual dress code. No beachwear, gym attire, hats, baseball caps, shorts, flip flops, or athletic apparel is allowed. Admittance is at the discretion of management.

8. Coppa Osteria

4.8

Exceptional(557)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Rice Village

Booked 29 times today

Coppa Osteria is the perfect paring of food and lifestyle, taking its personality from the affluent, family centric West University, Southampton, Rice and Museum District neighborhoods. Its clientele is an eclectic mix of professionals, university academics and young families – who all seem to know one another. With craft cocktails and an extensive wine list, it's easy to find the perfect beverage to pair with Coppa's modern Italian cuisine. Neapolitan-inspired pizzas are some of the most popular items on the menu – the Coppa Pepperoni and Carnissima are crowd favorites. Diners also flock for the Fritto Misto, Burrata Tartufo and Spaghetti Carbonara (Coppa's signature dish). Complete with a lively bar scene and a large outdoor patio that lends itself to sipping rosé and taking in the surrounding neighborhood scenery, Coppa is the ideal setting for an intimate all-day dining with family & friends.For group or private dining for 7+ guests, please submit a private dining inquiry below.

9. ChopnBlok

4.8

Exceptional(147)

Price: Moderate

• African • Montrose

Booked 8 times today

Created by 2024 James Beard Emerging Chef Nominee, Ope Amosu, ChòpnBlọk is a nationally acclaimed restaurant that carefully unveils the West African culinary experience, serving fresh proteins, vegetables, grains, and beverages that are prepared under a West African flavor profile, packaged in a local, contemporary fashion.Freshness and integrity are embedded in our culture. We selectively source our ingredients and work with partners to procure natural, high-quality meats and vegetables.At its core, ChòpnBlọk is the cultural crossroads where local communities and West African culinary traditions intersect, to deliver a convenient, hospitable food experience with exquisite taste.

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10. Annabelle Brasserie

4.5

Awesome(947)

Price: Expensive

• French • Montrose

Booked 48 times today

Situated as the anchor restaurant of Autry Park, a 14-acre mixed-use Hanover development on Buffalo Bayou Park, Annabelle Brasserie will serve French cuisine lunch, dinner seven and weekend brunch in a lively atmosphere with picturesque views. To ensure the best experience for all of our guests, we kindly request that outside food or drinks not be brought into the restaurant. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to serving you!

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TiffanyVIP
Houston •57 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We sat at the bar because we came earlier than our reservation and no seats were available. Aaron was a wonderful waiter made great suggestions and provided excellent service. It was my second time here. We had the meatballs they definately needed more seasoning. The fried calamari shrimp etc were good. My husband had steak and risotto was good i had the black ink seafood pasta it was really good. Cocktails were great as well. Will definitely go again.
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Zanti Cucina Italiana - River OaksPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• River Oaks
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4.7
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Ivannah
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Incredible dining experience from top to bottom, soup to nuts. Our waiter, Val, was an absolute delight with the best recommendations. The Squid Ink Campanelle specifically is an absolute triumph and a must try. We will be back!
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MarmoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Montrose
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4.6
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ClaudiaVIP
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great lunch spot, the sushi was fresh and delicious. My salad was crisp and abundant, and the desserts were divine!
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Hudson House - River OaksPrice: Moderate• American• River Oaks
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4.7
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Irsan
Houston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 Jan 2025
This was a nice experience. It is intended to be an occasional, special event type of dining. Be prepared to be impressed, since it was indeed a michelin star restaurant experience for us. If you're on a budget with dining out, this place is not for you. They definitely spent time in crafting the menu and doing research on it. Presentation was remarkable. We appreciate this place, very much. Stop by one day and have a wonderful experience.
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MarchPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Montrose
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4.9
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Private
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined on 18 Dec 2024
The place has a nice setting and food I give it an 8 out of 10, you can never go wrong with Halal products but I do like the joint for the price it was my first time there.
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Tourão - MontrosePrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Montrose
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4.9

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121 restaurants available nearby

1. Tourão - Montrose

2. March

3. Marmo

4. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

5. Davis Street

6. Hudson House - River Oaks

7. La Griglia - Houston

8. Coppa Osteria

9. ChopnBlok

10. Annabelle Brasserie

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