Top Dining Experiences in Houston

by OpenTable

Updated 06 December 2024

DECEMBER EDITION – Special dining experiences, brought to you by OpenTable & our restaurants.

Enjoy the best of Houston dining with OpenTable✨✨ Available through December only at participating Houston restaurants. Scroll down for a list of restaurants, menu pricing and availability.

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1. Georgia James Steak

4.5

4.5 (83)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Montrose

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Georgia Board ⭐️ Chef curated Georgia board is big enough to feed 4-6 people. It includes -36 oz. Porterhouse from 44 Farms -20 oz. Chateaubriand -16 oz Ribeeye -2 (8oz) branzino -4 sides of chefs choice

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

I had the most amazing birthday dinner at Georgia James! from the second i walked in everyone was so accommodating and helpful, steak was cooked perfectly drinks and wine selection was extremely good! I will definitely continue to come back everytime i’m in Houston!

2. Cafe Rabelais

4.7

4.7 (1019)

$31 to $50

French

Rice Village

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Champagne Dinner ⭐️ Join us for our Annual Champagne Dinner on December 17th, where elegance meets exquisite taste! Indulge in a beautifully curated 5-course dinner that promises to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your dining experience.

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ThorndikeH

Dined 3 days ago

Told them it was a birthday for a friend, but they did not acknowledge the birthday. But food was excellent! Wine was great…recommended by our waitress.

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Experience

Domaine Rouge Bleu Wine Dinner: Meet the Winemaker

3. Emma Jane

4.3

4.3 (91)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

River Oaks

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Emma Jane Tea Service ⭐️ Discover the charm of Emma Jane Tea Service, where every detail is designed for a relaxed, welcoming experience. Enjoy an assortment of tea sandwiches with both classic and creative flavors, warm scones and biscuits paired with seasonal jams, and a delightful array of petite sweets,

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Arix777VIP

Dined 3 days ago

Best tea service in town. The staff is much younger than traditional tea rooms but are earnest and attentive.

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Experience

Emma Jane Tea Service

4. Davis Street

4.7

4.7 (1194)

$50 and over

Seafood

W. University / Med Center

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Christmas Day Feast⭐️ After all the presents have been opened at the crack of dawn and festivities have settled, join us at Davis Street at Hermann Park for our Christmas Day Feast from 1pm-8pm. Come enjoy signature favorites such as our Thai Style Snapper for Two, or our classic Turkey Dinner if you missed it on Thanksgiving.

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JacquelineVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We NEVER go wrong eating at Davis St ft. Chef Mark Holley. Tonight was the "Mardi Gras Experience" and it did not disappoint! The Blackened Redfish & sides were beautifully presented but tasted even better than it looked. My husbands BBQ'd Shrimp and all that came with it, was completely devoured including total sopping of all semblance of gravy. Needless to say, he all but licked the plate clean! (hehe). Chef Holley and his exceptional crew ALWAYS make us feel welcome & special as he personally visits every table to make sure everyone enjoy their experience at Davis St just as we do. We truly appreciated this special dining experience...esp considering the cost was remarkable as well. Can't wait to experience the next 'Super" special Mark!!!

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Popular dish

Thai Style Snapper for Two

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Down South Coconut Cake

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Nola Style Charbroiled Oysters

5. March

4.9

4.9 (65)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Montrose

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – New Year’s Eve 6 Course “Discovery” Tasting ⭐️ This season at MARCH, we’ll explore the culinary paradoxes and territories that propelled Genova to power and shaped the Mediterranean region and its food culture. We recommend approximately 2.5 hrs to enjoy the 6 course menu.

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FrankVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Wonderful fine dining. Great everything, from food to service!!

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Experience

Exquisite Lounge Soirée

6. Potente

4.8

4.8 (1976)

$50 and over

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – New Year’s Eve at Potente! ⭐️ Join us for a luxurious New Year’s Eve dinner in Downtown Houston. Choose from two exceptional menus by Executive Chef Danny Trace. Reservations required.

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NormanB

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing food, outstanding service. Will definitely return.

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7. The Fancy at Hotel Lucine

4.8

4.8 (129)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Galveston

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – New Year’s Eve Dinner ⭐️ Ring in the New Year with a decadent 6-course prix fixe dinner at The Fancy, complete with Gulf views and a menu crafted by Chef Matt Sweeney just for the occasion. Join us afterward for a night of live music, a champagne toast, and a speakeasy experience that keeps the party going well past midnight.

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Keleigh

Dined 7 days ago

The pasta dish with the crab is worth coming back for. Multiple times. The buttercake was delightful. As a recently converted Old Fashioned liker, I loved this one. Missouri was lovely. I'll definitely be back.

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Experience

Brunch in The Fancy at Hotel Lucine

Experience

Oyster & Martinis

8. Toro Toro

4.6

4.6 (611)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

December Special Experience -Christmas Day at Toro Toro ⭐️ Join family and friends for a memorable Christmas dining experience crafted by Toro Toro Executive Chef Jonathan Esparza

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JohnVIP

Dined on 25 Feb 2025

My favorite spot downtown for client lunches. Great menu, food is tasty and the servers are fantastic.

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Experience

Easter Brunch at Four Seasons Hotel Houston

Experience

Mother's Day Brunch at Four Seasons Hotel Houston

9. Musaafer

4.7

4.7 (1148)

$50 and over

Indian

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

December Special Experience -12-Course Chef’s Tasting Menu⭐️ Indulge in an Unforgettable Culinary Journey; Musaafers Exclusive 12-Course Tasting Menu. Embark on a gastronomic adventure like no other with our meticulously crafted Chef’s Tasting Menu.

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JosephA

Dined 3 days ago

Overall great experience. Some lag between dishes on the tasting but there was so much food it worked out.

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Experience

12-Course Chef's Tasting Menu

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10. Le Jardinier - Houston

4.7

4.7 (217)

$50 and over

French

Heights / Washington

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – NYE at Le Jardinier Houston ⭐️ Enjoy a 6-Course dinner menu with celebratory add-ons available including caviar service and rare wine pairings.

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined 3 days ago

5 stars in all categories - by far best special occasion restaurant in Houston right now. Worth the splurge !

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11. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.7

4.7 (1128)

$50 and over

Italian

River Oaks

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Pre Theater Dinner ⭐️ Enjoy a 3 course meal before the theatre

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OpenTable Diner

Dined today

İt was a Wonderfull experience our server and the food was very delicious

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Popular dish

Braised Lamb Ossobuco

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Tagliatelle Bolognese

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Black Truffle Beef Tartare

12. Brasserie 19

4.8

4.8 (2723)

$50 and over

French

River Oaks

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – Tour de Alsace Menu ⭐️ Join us for our L’Alsace Menu, featured as part of our Tour De France Series! The L’Alsace Menu explores the flavors of Alsace/Lorraine/Franche-Comté through a delicious 3 course dining experience. Available only for from November 1 through December 31st. Enjoy the flavors of France without the jet lag!

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DonnaVIP

Dined 3 days ago

The staff was extremely pro and very courteous. Escargot and carpaccio are a must as well as the mussels! Great wine and cocktail selection from Campari Group. We celebrated Fat Tuesday there and they had a brass band come out. It was a treat! Bonne fete!

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Popular dish

Charcuterie & Cheese Board

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Salmon

Experience

Tour de France Prix Fixe - Paris/Champagne

13. Tony's

4.7

4.7 (937)

$31 to $50

Italian

Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

About the restaurant

December Special Experience – NYE Second Seating ⭐️ Ring in 2025 at Tony’s with a four course prix fixe menu, a champagne toast, and party favors at midnight | Reservation is for 9:15pm-1am

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KateVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Delightful ambience for our birthday lunch, excellent service, delicious food (I had the Ahi Tuna poke bowl and thoroughly enjoyed it; lunch was followed by the mega-souffle, which was wonderful but very pricey). Overall, an excellent experience.

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