Best Restaurants for Birthdays in W. University / Med Center

54 restaurants available nearby

1. March

4.9

Exceptional(41)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Montrose

Booked 8 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.

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2. Annabelle Brasserie

4.6

Exceptional(866)

Price: Expensive

• French • Montrose

Booked 131 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. *** Open for Grab & Go Coffee & Pastries Monday - Friday at 8:00am

3. Grace's

4.8

Exceptional(4299)

Price: Expensive

• American • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 49 times today

Brunch on Saturday and Sunday is primarily first come, first served. If you do not see the time you want available online, please call us directly. When owner Johnny Carrabba set out on his next restaurant venture, he knew his vision would include the fond memories he had of his dear grandmother Grace Mandola. Grace, also known to the family as Mama, was a Sicilian woman born to immigrant parents in Louisiana. She had a flair for cooking, hospitality, and deep faith.She was known to make bread from scratch every Saturday for her legendary three-hour Sicilian Sunday lunches; and, her newly established family roots in Louisiana added interesting flavors to her home cooked meals. The entire Mandola family, including her five children and fourteen grandchildren, was regularly greeted in her home with smells of warm bread, well brewed sauces and homemade soups. It was around her table that her family learned the true meaning and value of relationships, friendships and good food.

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4. Sophie Cocktail and Terrace Bar

3.7

Very Good(141)

Price: Expensive

• French • Montrose

Booked 24 times today

Art meets fashion in a deliciously romantic South of France setting. Sophie Cocktail & Terrace Bar will debut in the Montrose neighborhood, July 2024. The next see-and-be-seen nightlife destination will feature two distinct concepts, including Downstairs, Sophie's living room, an intimate cocktail bar, and an expansive second-floor open-air terrace bar. The menu will boast both signature and presentation-based cocktails, extensive selections of domestic and French wines, plus a delightful selection of Mediterranean tapas-style bites. Poised to be a neighborhood staple, Sophie Cocktail & Terrace Bar will be open seven days a week, offering guests a variety of programming from happy hour, DJ nights, live music, weekend brunch, and more!

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5. La Griglia - Houston

4.6

Exceptional(2776)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 61 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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6. Guard and Grace - Houston

4.8

Exceptional(1831)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 34 times today

Named after our daughter Grace, along with the idea that a steakhouse can be graceful, whimsical, and elegant without being dark and moody. What started as a vision to keep the vibe light and airy while letting the outside in, has turned into an Award-winning design of which we couldn't be prouder. This menu is truly meant to offer something for everyone, with often found steakhouse features as well as a plethora of seafood to truly highlight the best of the gulf and beyond. Prime, Dry Aged and local Wagyu cuts of beef in 4 to 40 oz. portions are available to satisfy any sized appetite. Innovative cocktails and wines from around the world top it all off -making Guard and Grace the place to be for happy hour, a couple's night out or your private event. Our family, or Ohana, is a passionate group of culinary obsessives who strive to make memories that will last a lifetime. Houston is a special city that has stolen our hearts, and from the bottom of them, we thank you for joining us.

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7. Brenner's Steakhouse on the Bayou

4.8

Exceptional(5540)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • River Oaks

Booked 46 times today

Brenner's Steakhouse on the Bayou is a prime spot for celebrating birthdays. As per the reviews, the restaurant's excellent service and top-notch food make every birthday dinner a memorable event. With its beautiful setting and personalized attention, it's a favorite for birthday celebrations, as noted in the reviews such as 'We celebrated a birthday and it was fabulous!', 'We celebrated a friend’s 60th birthday and it was fabulous!' and 'We spent my birthday here and the food, service and ambience were all perfect.'

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8. Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - Galleria

4.8

Exceptional(8831)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 38 times today

Elegant, award-winning steakhouse serving dry-aged prime beef, seafood & exceptional wines.

9. Eunice

4.7

Exceptional(2612)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 38 times today

Named affectionately after executive chef Drake Leonards’ South Louisiana hometown, Eunice offers a modern Cajun-Creole brasserie-style menu inspired by the flavors of his childhood.The seasonally-inspired menus marry European influences with the ingredients and foodways of the Gulf Coast. Enjoy the dining experience inside at the bar, at a table along the floor to ceiling windows, or outside on our patio. We offer happy hour every day from 3 pm to 6 pm including $1.50 oysters, Discounted Draft Beers, House Wine, and classic cocktails

10. MaKiin

4.6

Exceptional(284)

Price: Very Expensive

• Thai • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 47 times today

The ultimate culinary journey at our award-winning Thai fine dining restaurant, where our masterful chef's innovative and unparalleled creations are sure to impress. With numerous accolades and awards, our chef uses only the finest and freshest ingredients to create culinary experiences like no other.

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Rick
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Food and service were both very good. Better than I remembered from the old location. Salads were large and very tasty. The service was great despite a big holiday crowd. The new building is very nice.
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La Griglia - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• River Oaks
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4.6
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Maria
Houston •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a wonderful experience. Service was very on point and timeliness was perfect. Our server was amazing, friendly and provided awesome service. The food was sooo delicious. Everything was fantastic, including the drinks and desserts. The ambience is great. I took my sister for her birthday and she had such a great time. Most of all I appreciate how kind everyone was and amazing food and ambience.
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Annabelle BrasseriePrice: Expensive• French• Montrose
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4.6
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Evelyn
Central Texas •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Absolutely loved our experience! Incredible food and service. Worth every penny.
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MarchPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Montrose
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4.9
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ColinVIP
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Ton and Trey were excellent servers and were very warm and welcoming. They took excellent care of us and even had their manager, Todd, help us with an extra question we had. We really appreciated Todd taking the time to talk to us! Probably one of the best times we have been to Graces!
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Grace'sPrice: Expensive• American• Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
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4.8
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Landon
Houston •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 Dec 2024
Beautiful bar with wonderful staff. They were lovely and very attentive to our needs. Drinks were a bit pricey but delicious so I couldn’t complain.
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Sophie Cocktail and Terrace BarPrice: Expensive• French• Montrose
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3.7

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54 restaurants available nearby

1. March

2. Annabelle Brasserie

3. Grace's

4. Sophie Cocktail and Terrace Bar

5. La Griglia - Houston

6. Guard and Grace - Houston

7. Brenner's Steakhouse on the Bayou

8. Pappas Bros. Steakhouse - Galleria

9. Eunice

10. MaKiin

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