Best Casual Restaurants in Southeast Houston

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1. Tourão - Montrose

4.9

Exceptional(636)

Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Montrose

Booked 15 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. Marmo

4.6

Exceptional(1406)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Montrose

Booked 91 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.

3. March

4.9

Exceptional(53)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Montrose

Booked 10 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.

4. ChopnBlok

4.9

Exceptional(133)

Price: Moderate

• African • Montrose

Booked 36 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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5. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(1070)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 66 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.

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6. La Griglia - Houston

4.6

Exceptional(2804)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 52 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.

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7. Hudson House - River Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(423)

Price: Moderate

• American • River Oaks

Booked 64 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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8. Clark's Oyster Bar - Houston

4.8

Exceptional(417)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Montrose

Booked 48 times today

Located in a former auto shop in the vibrant Montrose neighborhood near The Menil Collection and Museum District, Clark’s Houston is the third and largest location of our popular neighborhood oyster bar and seafood restaurant. Opened in Fall 2023, Clark’s features freshly shucked oysters, crudo, lobster roll, daily fish specials, caviar and blini, bowls of chowder and cioppino as well as a much-loved burger and shoestring fries.The restaurant specializes in martinis and signature cocktails as well as an extensive Champagne and wine list. The design is light, bright, and airy with nautically-themed touches including a centerpiece fish tank, teak wood furniture, bright white walls, and blue and turquoise tones.In addition to a marble-topped oyster bar and dining room, there’s a large, covered patio for prime people watching and oyster slurping. Clark’s Houston also offers a semi-private dining room for special occasions and events.

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9. Annabelle Brasserie

4.5

Awesome(931)

Price: Expensive

• French • Montrose

Booked 109 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.

10. Fiori

4.2

Awesome(637)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Montrose

Booked 19 times today

Fiori is a charming and cosy Italian restaurant and floral boutique in the heart of Montrose, led by chef Alessio from Rome. The restaurant is located in a cute two-story building, has a nice patio with lights hanging on the outside and a terrace; massive oak trees surround the building creating an unique atmosphere. The beautifully interior, decorated with fresh flowers, plants and paintings, offers a lovely and light ambience. Fiori focuses on using authentic traditional recipes. At lunch offers salads, pasta and Italian sandwiches. At dinner, Fiori transforms to a relaxed lounge atmosphere with a full bar and refined wine selection, where you can have a classic Italian aperitive and then taste a selection of true Italian dishes. Periodically Fiori hosts local artist to delight you with paintings and live entertainments. Moreover, you can surprise your guests with a table floral arrangement or a bouquet for your partner. Fiori is available for private parties/events of many sizes.

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Michelle
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The food was great!! It is a little loud in there but that’s expected. 10/10 experience
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MarmoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Montrose
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4.6
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CindyVIP
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was so so good Very different and very delicious! Service was very good I ‘ll be back
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ChopnBlokPrice: Moderate• African• Montrose
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4.9
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ChristyVIP
Texas Panhandle •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food, wine, and cocktails were incredible. The bartender was our waiter and he gave the best service we have probably ever had anywhere! He was very knowledgeable about the food and drink options, and gave great pairing recommendations. The ambiance was wonderful and the meal was outstanding. This was a wonderful experience and we will be back soon!
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Zanti Cucina Italiana - River OaksPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• River Oaks
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4.7
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Irsan
Houston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
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. Marmo

3. March

4. ChopnBlok

5. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

6. La Griglia - Houston

7. Hudson House - River Oaks

8. Clark's Oyster Bar - Houston

9. Annabelle Brasserie

10. Fiori

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