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Hamsa, Houston, TX
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Hamsa

$31 to $50
Middle Eastern

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2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Vegetarian-friendly
  • Healthy
Crafted by the visionary minds who brought you Doris Metropolitan and Badolina Bakery & Café, Hamsa emerges as a radiant gem in the culinary landscape, celebrating the vibrant flavors of Israel. Revel in the artistry of our hummus creations, succulent grilled skewers, and perfectly charred pitas. Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our salatim, a delightful array of vegetable-based delights that promise to tantalize your taste buds.

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Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Yotam

From the OpenTable editors: With a Moorish arch-framed bar, clusters of olive trees, and colorful Turkish rugs, a meal at this buzzy Israeli spot is a fully immersive experience. Grab a seat in the energetic dining room or on the charming patio for shareable Middle Eastern-inspired small plates, grilled meat skewers, and arak flights. Come on Thursday evenings to be dazzled by belly dancers in traditional garb and beats from local DJs.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Israeli, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed 11:30 am–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (281) 612-3515
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Let us bring Hamsa to you! Enjoy a full Hamsa spread for your next event either at home or in the office!
  • Area
    Rice Village
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Tel Aviv NIght

    Multiple dates available
    Our captivating belly dancers will still the show at 9 pm. Let’s make it a night to remember!
    Tel Aviv NIght photo

What 92 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hamsa offers a delightful Middle Eastern dining experience with "wonderful food" and a "lovely menu." Guests rave about the delicious hummus, falafel, and lamb dishes. The restaurant boasts a vibrant ambiance and attentive service, though some mention occasional service delays. It's a "go-to" spot for many, promising "amazing food" and a lively atmosphere.

93 Reviews
  1. Lucinda

    Houston

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great outdoor space, interesting cocktails and fresh food

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  2. Keith

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is exceptional. We loved the innovative style of the food. Great wine list and somo was knowledgeable.

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  3. Cyrus

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service from Boris! Ambiance and food were great.

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  4. Bethanie

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were there for our anniversary and my son’s 18 birthday. We all enjoyed the food and experience very much!

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  5. Eyal

    New York City

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding Restaurant. Great food.. Large variety of dishes. Services impeccable. Highly recommend.

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  6. GeneP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food. Good service. What more can you ask for

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  7. Sherri

    Houston

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Pretty restaurant. Turkish coffee was WEAK. Dont tell me it’s Turkish coffee. It is NOT. Not in color, taste or depth. Just because it’s served in Turkish copper serving dish doesn’t make it Turkish coffee. Chicken kabob presented at the table with skewer which is then dramatically taken of is just silly. Take the chicken off the skewers in the kitchen. I don’t need the unnecessary presentation. Furthermore the chicken was flavorless and rubbery. The dips were good as well as the bread. Star of the show was mushroom hummus. It was very good. But not worth returning for. Service was ok but our waitperson acted as if he was moving heaven and earth when I asked for something. Borderline rude and pompous but I ignored him and eventually he calmed the hell down with the tude. I will never go back. Ever.

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  8. Ivy

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We reserved a table for five, but it appeared only to accommodate four. Additionally, there were many empty tables available then. This small table was inconvenient for us as we had five meals and bottled water to manage. However, the service was excellent, and the meal was amazing. We had a good time there.

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  9. Bonnie

    Oklahoma City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love Hamsa middle eastern cuisine! The small plates make tasting several of the creative food combinations most enjoyable. The sourdough bread with tahini butter and exceptional jam is a tasty starter. We followed that with the outstanding and tender octupus , the cauliflower and eggplant dish. Can’t wait for return visit.

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  10. Tom

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always great food great service great drinks, wonderful atmosphere

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FAQs

Hamsa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (281) 612-3515.

Hamsa is rated 4.7 stars by 92 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Hamsa

5555 Morningside Dr, Houston, TX 77005-3240

Additional information

  • Area
    Rice Village
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue, Wed 11:30 am–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Middle Eastern, Israeli, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (281) 612-3515
  • Catering
    Let us bring Hamsa to you! Enjoy a full Hamsa spread for your next event either at home or in the office!
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