Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Spring Branch

18 restaurants available nearby

1. Balboa Surf Club

4.8

Exceptional(53)

Price: Expensive

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 63 times today

Balboa Surf Club is an upscale American restaurant in the heart of Uptown, Houston, located in Post Oak Plaza. The menu places an emphasis on fresh seafood from around the country, including a curated sushi program, as well as salads, hearty sandwiches, a standout hamburger, and hand-cut steaks.Beverage selections include classic house cocktails, and an extensive yet approachable wine list.The dining room is made up of lush plants, intimate booths as well as a full service bar and lush patio.Balboa is open 7 days a week for both lunch and dinner.

2. Bloom & Bee

4.6

Exceptional(1553)

Price: Expensive

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 46 times today

Bloom & Bee is an enchanting dining destination with a focus on fresh, locally-inspired cuisine. Reminiscent of a lush garden filled with gorgeous blooms, Bloom & Bee invites the outdoors in with extravagant floral accents, pastel colors and a wealth of natural light. Enjoy light sustainable dishes to hearty handmade pastas under an elaborate ceiling of blown glass flowers or on the elegant outdoor patio for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

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3. Amalfi Ristorante Italiano & Bar

4.9

Exceptional(1477)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 10 times today

The western coast of Italy summons visions of gorgeous views, salty air, and the freshest seafood & produce imaginable. Leave your passport at the door – Executive Chef/Owner Giancarlo Ferrara invites you to experience the tastes, aromas, and passions of his homeland right here in Houston through a culinary experience years in the making. The inspired menu at Amalfi emphasizes fresh seafood, vivid citrus, and cozy olive oil in addition to fresh pastas, an assortment of meats, family-made cheeses, cleanly crafted cocktails, and an extensive, thoughtful wine list. Here at Amalfi we strive to offer a warm setting in which to celebrate and cherish both everyday moments and significant milestones. Please visit soon; we look forward to sharing our kitchen with you.

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4. NoPo Café, Market & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(375)

Price: Expensive

• American • Heights / Washington

NoPo — an acronym for North Post Oak, which is designed to describe the emerging neighborhood that sits east of Spring Branch, north of the Galleria and west of Timbergrove — was termed by Berg Hospitality Group owner and founder, Benjamin Berg. Located at 1244 North Post Oak Rd., NoPo Café, Market & Bar is an all-day concept serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu features a variety of egg dishes and pastries for breakfast along with lunch and dinner options of appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, pizzas and entrées; plus wine and cocktail specials for weekday happy hour.Guests can enjoy café seating in the front and a 36-seat dining room in the back along with a 6-seat full-service bar. The rustic yet fresh, French country design includes white birch floors, high ceilings with chandeliers, vintage rodeo wall décor and a custom-made pewter bar.

5. Kamp Houston

4.5

Awesome(52)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mid West

Booked 7 times today

A Unique New Eatery Concept in the Galleria Area that focuses on Special Seafood & BBQ Dishes Paired with Craft Drinks.

6. Stray Horse

3.6

Very Good(15)

Price: Expensive

• American • Galleria / Uptown

Stray Horse is a new frontier for frontier cooking. Our on-site Tex-Mex restaurant serves a robust breakfast buffet, and features flavorful Texas cuisine for lunch and dinner. Enjoy local craft beers and creative cocktails as well. Just as in the past when travelers and workers alike sought a roof to sleep under and food for sustenance, Stray Horse continues that proud tradition by delivering a colorful, creative, and satisfying take on Tex-Mex.

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7. Bazille - Nordstrom Houston Galleria

4.4

Awesome(228)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 3 times today

This full-service restaurant with a casually sophisticated atmosphere features bistro cuisine and a full bar. Enjoy fresh salads, specialty entrées, signature cocktails, a wine list and housemade desserts.Bazille is located on the third floor of Nordstrom in the Houston Galleria Mall. Enjoy one of many offerings prepared in our scratch kitchen, like a Cilantro Shrimp Salad, Bazille Burger, or a Halibut & Chips. We welcome you to stop in for a refreshing hand crafted cocktail or a nice glass of wine. We look forward to seeing you soon. Join us for Brunch on weekends.;July 4th hours: 11am-5pm

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8. Le Jardinier - Houston

4.7

Exceptional(178)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Heights / Washington

Booked 2 times today

Michelin-starred Le Jardinier is a unique and refined restaurant from Michelin-starred Chef Alain Verzeroli located in The Museum of Fine Arts Houston.Rooted in timeless French approach, Chef Verzeroli has created a menu where plants play a prominent role: seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs, and greens are complemented by wild and sustainable fish with local Texas meats. All our breads are gluten-free and baked in house.Le Jardinier's light-filled space will evoke a feeling of relaxed-luxury and incorporate custom art pieces with outdoor dining set within an Isamu Noguchi-designed sculpture garden. In 2024, Le Jardinier was awarded one Michelin Star at Texas' Inaugural Michelin Guide.

9. Bayou & Bottle

4.6

Exceptional(132)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Conceptualized by Chef Richard Sandoval, Bayou & Bottle brings a chic bourbon bar to downtown Houston, serving flavourful cuisine inspired by Houston’s melting pot of cultures. Featuring over 200 whiskies, Bayou & Bottle is a bar destination complete with vintage barware, exquisite whiskey flights, large TVs to catch the game and even personalized bourbon lockers where the most discerning bourbon connoisseurs can store their favourite bottles. Each bartender is a Certified Bourbon Steward, masterfully knowledgeable in spirit, and happy to share – be it whiskey, wine, beer or craft cocktail. In between signature dishes, guests can enjoy the Topgolf Swing Suites, the first game simulator of their kind in the world.For large groups of 10 or more, please contact Clairesse.Harmon@fourseasons.com

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10. Bungalow Downtown Dining

4.5

Awesome(1222)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown

Booked 32 times today

Bungalow Downtown Dining is a collection of intimate spaces with multiple dining areas offering a host of options tailored to our guests' specific needs. Guests can choose from a vibrant and high energy bar that features a variety of luxurious libations, a beautiful dining room with gold accents and plush velvets booths, multiple private dining spaces as well as our state of the art roof top patio with downtown views. Bungalow's menus offers numerous options to suit almost any dining experience or preference. Our steaks are offered in small and large cuts, and side dishes are designed to please everyone at the table. The appetizer selections feature items that are a great beginning to dinner and can be enjoyed with your favorite libation from our wine or craft cocktail menu.If you are looking to enjoy a quick bite in the bar with a colleague or a great night out for dinner with family and friends, Bungalow can accommodate your needs. Please visit our website for full our dress code

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MichelleVIP
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food and service were fantastic! I love the decor just as much.
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Bloom & BeePrice: Expensive• American• Galleria / Uptown
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4.6
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NancyVIP
Houston •49 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Chef Giancarlo and his beautiful wife Lisa have created a neighborhood gem where one feels like family instead of unknown diner. The Profumata salad is as delicious as it is pretty, the "Roman-style" lamb chops flavor to die for, pastas and risottos perfect, and last night's special Dover Sole was ethereal. The waitstaff are friendly and knowledgable and make the dining experience warm and inviting. Always such a pleasure coming here!
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Amalfi Ristorante Italiano & BarPrice: Expensive• Italian• Galleria / Uptown
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4.9
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Wayne
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was my first visit with a friend today at lunch. First, kudos to the owners for the restaurant design!! Loads of beautiful walnut and leather, sophisticated lighting and special features including a skylight which graze-lights the fluted walnut walls!! Service was attentive and helpful. Water glasses were always full. The menu perfectly encompasses a broad range of seafood prepared from raw to fried - even a few beef items to round out the choices. I had the Sushi-Salad - perfect portions, nicely plated and tasty!!! My friend had the Niçoise salad which also got high praise. Balboa is on my “regular” list from now on - I am a fan!!
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Balboa Surf ClubPrice: Expensive• American• Galleria / Uptown
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4.8
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Dexterria
Atlanta Metro •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 Dec 2024
Our waitress Brooke was amazing. The food was good and the atmosphere was great, but the service was even better.
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Kamp HoustonPrice: Moderate• American• Mid West
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4.5
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JasonVIP
Houston •128 reviews
5.0
Dined on 8 Nov 2024
Great little local spot, quiet and good food. Always recommended
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NoPo Café, Market & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Heights / Washington
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4.7

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Balboa Surf Club

2. Bloom & Bee

3. Amalfi Ristorante Italiano & Bar

4. NoPo Café, Market & Bar

5. Kamp Houston

6. Stray Horse

7. Bazille - Nordstrom Houston Galleria

8. Le Jardinier - Houston

9. Bayou & Bottle

10. Bungalow Downtown Dining

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