Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar

4.9

746 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 4 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Bacaro Kitchen Wine Bar, often referred to as a hidden gem, is a casual fine dining restaurant and wine bar with a neighborhood feel in the Memorial/Energy Corridor of Houston. We offer Classic Italian cuisine with an emphasis on fresh Gulf Seafood along with daily specials.

We are open for dinner service from Tuesday-Thursday from 4pm to 8pm, and Friday-Saturday from 4:00-9:00pm. Lunch service on Thursday & Friday from 11am to 4pm. Reservations are required. Call 281-759-6300 to reserve a table, we look forward to serving you again very soon!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Hours of Operation
Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(281) 759-6300
Website
http://www.bacarokitchen.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Guilly Borja
Catering
Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar offers full service catering for your home, business, or school. For school catering, call the store for more information. Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar recognizes how busy life is for families. We have designed a pre-ordered, family-style, carry-out menu to ease the burden of dinner.
Private party facilities
At Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar, we offer a variety of ways to host your next event. We can offer hand passed Hors D'oeuvres, Buffet Style or a seated Plated Dinner. We can customize anything to fit your needs and budget.
Private party contact
Bill Loveday: (281) 759-6300

Location
14021 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77079
Area
West Side
Cross Street
S Kirkwood Rd
Parking details
Public Lot
Entertainment
Live Piano Every Tuesday and Saturday Evening
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Bacaro HouseUS$10.00
Baby Spinach, Nueske's Applewood Bacon, Pickled Onion, Tomato, Cucumber, Creamy Parmesan Dressing
Classic CaesarUS$10.00
Chopped Romaine Hearts, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan, House Caesar Dressing
Pear & PecanUS$12.00
Italian Greens, Gorgonzola, Poached Pear, Candied Pecans, Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
Insalata CapreseUS$10.00
Hot House Tomatoes, Burrata, Fresh Basil, Olive Oil, Balsamic
Tuscan White Bean & KaleUS$6.00
Fennel Sausage, Sourdough Crostini, Parmigiana-Reggiano
- CupUS$6.00
- BowlUS$9.00
Roasted PoblanoUS$6.00
Creamy Poblanos, Roasted Corn, Tomato, Pepper Jack Cheese
- CupUS$6.00
- BowlUS$9.00

Starters / Small Plates

Sautéed MusselsUS$14.00
White Wine Lemon Butter or Spicy Sugo
Bacaro MeatballsUS$10.00
Ground Beef, Sweet Italian Sausage, Sugo, Parmesan, Basil
Chargrilled OctopusUS$16.00
Romesco, Charred Scallion
Calamari FrittoUS$13.00
Sugo
Charcuterie BoardUS$18.00
Imported Salumi & Cheeses, Candied Walnuts, Seasonal Fruits, Sourdough

Bigger Plates

Veal MilaneseUS$28.00
Lemon Caper Butter, Whipped Potato, Chargrilled Vegetable Medley
Filet MignonUS$38.00
Halpern's Black Angus Beef, Whipped Potato, Asparagus, Bordelaise Sauce
Shrimp & Diver Scallop ScampiUS$38.00
White Wine Lemon Butter, Capellini
Chicken PiccataUS$22.00
Pasta Aglio e Ancho, Chargrilled Vegetable Medley
Chicken MarsalaUS$22.00
Whipped Potatoes, French Green Beans
Atlantic Salmon with Gulf ShrimpUS$28.00
Whipped Potatoes, Garlic Spinach, Lemon Beurre Blanc
Chicken ParmesanUS$22.00
House Made Sugo, Capellini, Mozzarella
LombatelloUS$30.00
Chargrilled Hanger Steak, Roasted Potatoes, Salsa Verde
Bacaro Steak BurgerUS$16.00
Ground Brisket, Short Rib & Chuck, Lettuce, Tomato, Deli Pickles, Pickled Onion, Brioche Bun, Applewood Bacon, Gruyere, House Fries
Eggplant al FornoUS$18.00
Pan Fried, Sugo, Whole Milk Mozzarella, Oven Baked, Capellini

Pasta / Risotto

Pappardelle al FrescoUS$19.00
Aglio e Olio, Tomato, Charred Lemon, Fresh Basil
Diver Scallop RisottoUS$38.00
Basil Risotto, Tomato-Bacon Jam, Parmesan, 15 yr. Balsamic
Pappardelle BologneseUS$22.00
Ragu of Ground Beef, Italian Sausage, Pancetta
Frutti di MareUS$39.00
Mussels, Gulf Shrimp, Nantucket Scallops, Calamari, Spicy Sugo, Capellini
Gnocchi Alla BacaroUS$21.00
Pesto Crème, Mushrooms, Roasted Red Peppers, Ricotta Salata
Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$22.00
Egg, Parmesan, Pancetta, Cracked Black Pepper
Maria's Meaty LasagnaUS$20.00
Ground Beef, Italian Sausage, Herbed Ricotta, Mozzarella, Sugo
Gulf Shrimp & Vegetable RisottoUS$27.00
Milanese, Seasonal Vegetables, Parmesan
Rigatoni AmatricianaUS$19.00
Stewed San Marzano Tomatoes, Pancetta, Chili Flake, Aglio e Olio, Parmigiana- Reggiano

Compliments

Tuscan Brussel SproutsUS$7.00
Crispy Polenta CakesUS$7.00
Creamed Spinach & KaleUS$8.00
Wild Mushroom RisottoUS$10.00
Garlic Spinach SautéUS$7.00
Capellini Aglio e OlioUS$6.00
Parmesan Truffle FritesUS$6.00

Bacaro Bites

Crispy Polenta ChipsUS$7.00
Parmesan, Lemon Basil Aioli
Italian Sausage SlidersUS$11.00
Spanish Romesco
Fried AranciniUS$9.00
Spicy Sugo
Artichochoke HeartsUS$10.00
Garlic Butter

What 746 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Houston
Neighbourhood gem
Houston
Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar is a charming, family-owned gem known for its "best Italian food" in Houston. Guests rave about the "amazing food," "wonderful wine," and cozy atmosphere. While some note service inconsistencies, the delightful dishes and intimate setting make it a "favorite local restaurant" for a memorable dining experience.

746 Reviews

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Karen
VIP
Houston
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Overall, a fantastic neighborhood, Italian restaurant where the owner is always there and working very hard. Happy to support locals, especially the ones that really work at it and Bacaro does! Food is really good and they have a great wine list for good value. Service is better than most, but under the watchful eye of the owner gets better.
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David
VIP
Houston
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great service and very tasty food. The veal Milanese was top notch.
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Diane
VIP
Houston
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My favorite restaurant. We live nearby. Love the staff and service. And the food delicious and consistent.
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Russell
VIP
Houston
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on 6 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was good. Enjoy your happy hour. Very friendly service
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Julie
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a lovely dining experience! Comfortable and quiet dining room, wonderful food, attentive staff. It’s the most pleasant meal we’ve enjoyed out in a long time. My only regret is not trying Bacaro sooner! We will be back soon.
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Haley
Houston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love getting dinner here. Great food, good wine selection, good service, and a cozy atmosphere. We are so thankful for this neighborhood gem.
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Richard
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 20 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my favorite local restaurant. Food is always well prepared and tasts great. The service is friendly and helpful.
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Deb
Houston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful time! Everything was top notch. We will definitely put this on our short list!!
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Angela
Houston
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 27 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ended our 2024 HRW experience at Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar on a high note and we couldn’t be happier! Bacaro is a very intimate, comfy spot with excellent food and service. Ashly provided great service, giving us a great wine recommendation. The HRW menu was outstanding. My friend and I both started with the Bacaro House Salad which was a light and refreshing start to our meal. I chose the Salmon Salmoriglio and she had the Chicken Picatta. Both entrees were well-prepared, generously-sized, and most importantly, delicious! We both chose the Double Chocolate Mousse Cake for dessert, which was a perfect end to a wonderful meal. Bacaro is a great spot for delicious food, great wine selection, and a neighborhood spot ambiance. Highly recommend!
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Otto
VIP
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 21 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was delicious. Nice wine list with interesting reasonably priced wine.
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FAQs

Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (281) 759-6300.

Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 746 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 4 times today

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Google Map for Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar

14021 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77079

Additional information

Cross Street
S Kirkwood Rd
Area
West Side
Hours of Operation
Lunch Thu, Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Guilly Borja
Entertainment
Live Piano Every Tuesday and Saturday Evening
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.bacarokitchen.com/
Phone number
(281) 759-6300
Catering
Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar offers full service catering for your home, business, or school. For school catering, call the store for more information. Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar recognizes how busy life is for families. We have designed a pre-ordered, family-style, carry-out menu to ease the burden of dinner.
Private party facilities
At Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar, we offer a variety of ways to host your next event. We can offer hand passed Hors D'oeuvres, Buffet Style or a seated Plated Dinner. We can customize anything to fit your needs and budget.
Private party contact
Bill Loveday: (281) 759-6300

Bacaro Kitchen & Wine Bar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Salads / Soups

Bacaro HouseUS$10.00

Classic CaesarUS$10.00

Pear & PecanUS$12.00

Insalata CapreseUS$10.00

Tuscan White Bean & KaleUS$6.00

Roasted PoblanoUS$6.00

Starters / Small Plates

Sautéed MusselsUS$14.00

Bacaro MeatballsUS$10.00

Chargrilled OctopusUS$16.00

Calamari FrittoUS$13.00

Charcuterie BoardUS$18.00

Bigger Plates

Veal MilaneseUS$28.00

Filet MignonUS$38.00

Shrimp & Diver Scallop ScampiUS$38.00

Chicken PiccataUS$22.00

Chicken MarsalaUS$22.00

Atlantic Salmon with Gulf ShrimpUS$28.00

Chicken ParmesanUS$22.00

LombatelloUS$30.00

Bacaro Steak BurgerUS$16.00

Eggplant al FornoUS$18.00

Pasta / Risotto

Pappardelle al FrescoUS$19.00

Diver Scallop RisottoUS$38.00

Pappardelle BologneseUS$22.00

Frutti di MareUS$39.00

Gnocchi Alla BacaroUS$21.00

Spaghetti CarbonaraUS$22.00

Maria's Meaty LasagnaUS$20.00

Gulf Shrimp & Vegetable RisottoUS$27.00

Rigatoni AmatricianaUS$19.00

Compliments

Tuscan Brussel SproutsUS$7.00

Crispy Polenta CakesUS$7.00

Creamed Spinach & KaleUS$8.00

Wild Mushroom RisottoUS$10.00

Garlic Spinach SautéUS$7.00

Capellini Aglio e OlioUS$6.00

Parmesan Truffle FritesUS$6.00

Bacaro Bites

Crispy Polenta ChipsUS$7.00

Italian Sausage SlidersUS$11.00

Fried AranciniUS$9.00

Artichochoke HeartsUS$10.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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