Restaurants near Rice University

218 restaurants available nearby

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1. Steak 48 - Houston

4.9

Exceptional(8519)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • River Oaks

Booked 187 times today

At Steak 48, we serve the finest steaks and high-quality seafood in an intimate and vibrant setting. Our diverse menu will satisfy any personal craving, as we serve the best USDA prime steaks, succulent seafood, and shellfish along with inventive and classically inspired side dishes and appetizers. Also enjoy classic cocktails and an extensive award-winning wine list. At Steak 48, we encourage all of our guests to get dressed up for a great experience. In order to maintain an enjoyable environment for all guests, athletic wear, excessively revealing clothing, exposed undergarments will not be permitted. We prefer no printed t-shirts, hats or visors and always appreciate collared shirts or sports coats. Please dress as your elegant selves. You are going to have a great time!If you need any special accommodations or flowers reach out to us at the host desk! We look forward to seeing you soon!

2. Marmo

4.6

Exceptional(740)

$$$$

• Italian • Midtown / Montrose

Booked 97 times today

Marmo, meaning “Marble” in Italian, will feature fresh hand-rolled pastas, house-made charcuterie, and hand-cut prime steaks. To complement the food menu, Marmo will boast an impressive wine list, with selections from all around the world spotlighted by wines from Italian regions. The bar and lounge will include a baby grand piano where a rotation of Houston’s best singers will perform nightly.

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3. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.6

Exceptional(328)

$$$$

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 99 times today

Zanti presents authentic Italian cuisine in a high-end casual atmosphere. Contemporary décor will combine with a charming outdoor patio, bar lounge area, pizza station and lively dining room. Handmade pasta, prepared daily in our kitchen and our gleaming brick oven, in which we will bake pizza, piadinas and select main dishes, will add to the unique vibrancy of Zanti. It is a place to feel yourself among friends and enjoy the beauty of the Italian experience.

4. State of Grace

4.8

Exceptional(2901)

$$$$

• Contemporary Southern • River Oaks

Booked 59 times today

State of Grace is a coastal, South Texas neighborhood restaurant in the refurbished Lamar-River Oaks Shopping Center. Elegant but casual, its elevated comfort food by executive chef Bobby Matos is executed at the highest level in a welcoming, beautiful space. The jubilant medley of old favorites played with new spice, accent, and freshness lends itself to southern, American, Latin, Gulf Coast, German and Asian influences. Chef-owner Ford Fry’s first venture outside of Atlanta, State of Grace is located in the neighborhood where Ford grew up and nods to his childhood memories fused with Houston’s evolution into a melting pot of cultures and cuisines.

5. Eunice

4.7

Exceptional(2131)

$$$$

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

Booked 57 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

6. MF Sushi

4.9

Exceptional(1422)

$$$$

• Sushi • Midtown / Montrose

Booked 33 times today

We are now offering Omakase reservations Tuesday-Wednesday at 7:00 pm, Friday-Saturday at 7:30 pm. Please contact us directly at (713) 637-4587 for omakase reservations and large party reservations.

7. a'Bouzy

4.7

Exceptional(2020)

$$$$

• Contemporary French / American • River Oaks

Booked 67 times today

Restauranteur Shawn Virene put the POP into Houston with his wildly successful a’Bouzy. This champagne-fueled spot located in the tony River Oaks neighborhood of town attracts a stylish crowd all day. The bar is always bustling and the patio echoes with the cry – “a Bouzy!” every time a bottle is sabered tableside. In fact, most tables will have multiple wine buckets close by, keeping the bubbly cool. The fresh, ripe American menu features seasonal seafood, salads, small-shareable plates, large raw bar and prime meats. The wine list curated by Virene, is both the best-priced on bubbly and wines in the city. The interiors have a sophisticated rustic vibe with exposed brick, reclaimed woods and a color palate of creams and blues. The effervescent appeal of bubbles is reflected in a light installation that mimics bubbles floating overhead. The spacious patio is a magnet for the stylish clientele that enjoy the year-round garden. The best thing is Champagne and wine is at or below retail

8. Uchi Houston

4.9

Exceptional(4089)

$$$$

• Sushi • Midtown / Montrose

Booked 62 times today

Not seeing the time you're looking for? Additional reservations available on our website at www.uchihouston.com.Bringing its hallmark level of quality and service to an urban location, Uchi Houston made its debut in 2012 in the former historic Felix space on Westheimer. Melding culinary innovation with an approachable vibe, the menu features items culled from both Uchi and Uchiko in Austin, along with signature seasonal items created by our Chef team. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance for parties of up to 7 guests. For parties 8 & larger, please visit our website for more information. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

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9. Le Colonial - Houston

4.7

Exceptional(3113)

$$$$

• Vietnamese • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 76 times today

Le Colonial is a celebration of the seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s, located in the heart of one of America’s largest and most diverse cities. A lavish downstairs dining room is adorned with period photography, overhead fans and leather banquettes, and flanked by a Parisian-Style sidewalk café. A dramatic staircase leads to a second level lounge, where a large bar, mahogany millwork and plush seating create the perfect atmosphere for cocktails and light fare. Dress Code: Business CasualNo athletic wear or athletic attire, including designer athletic line of any kind and model, beach flip flops or any beach attire, tank tops (men), cut-offs, sweatpants, exposed undergarments, and excessively revealing clothing for indoor and outdoor dining. No baseball caps indoors. Seasonal changes may apply.Seasonal changes may apply.Gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more. We only allow a maximum of 4 for splitting checks.

10. MAD

4.6

Exceptional(1949)

$$$$

• Unspecified • River Oaks

Booked 58 times today

No passport required for a journey to MAD. An innovative experience that blends Madrid's famous nightlife and the very best of Spanish gastronomy. Creative tapas and small bites, wood fire cooked rice, fish and meats, terrific gin & tonic, craft cocktails and a wine cellar with a selection of the best the world has to offer. Using the highest quality ingredients, creativity in every corner, and a passion for surprises, are the cornerstones of MAD's philosophy.the moon is the limit.

Restaurants near Rice University

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218 restaurants available nearby

1. Steak 48 - Houston

2. Marmo

3. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4. State of Grace

5. Eunice

6. MF Sushi

7. a'Bouzy

8. Uchi Houston

9. Le Colonial - Houston

10. MAD

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