Current ranking based on review analysis and technical signals.
At a glance
| # | Place | Score | Reviews | Stands out for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aquarium Restaurant | ⭐ 9.5 | 11 799 | Editors' pick |
| 2 | Taste of Texas | ⭐ 9.5 | 10 890 | — |
| 3 | The Breakfast Klub | ⭐ 9.5 | 10 081 | — |
| 4 | Taste Kitchen + Bar | ⭐ 8.9 | 6 911 | — |
| 5 | La Fisheria | ⭐ 9.7 | 4 838 | People's favorite |
| 6 | Brennan's Houston | ⭐ 9.3 | 3 335 | — |
| 7 | Brenner's on the Bayou | ⭐ 8.9 | 3 012 | — |
| 8 | Pappas Bros. Steakhouse | ⭐ 9.5 | 2 888 | — |
| 9 | Nancy's Hustle | ⭐ 9.5 | 2 228 | — |
| 10 | State of Grace | ⭐ 9.3 | 2 010 | — |
Highlights
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Editors' pick:
Aquarium Restaurant -
People's favorite:
La Fisheria
Opening hours
Open late: Aquarium Restaurant, Taste of Texas, Taste Kitchen + Bar, La Fisheria, Brennan's Houston, Brenner's on the Bayou, Pappas Bros. Steakhouse, Nancy's Hustle, State of Grace.
Open early, from 8am or sooner: The Breakfast Klub, Taste Kitchen + Bar.
Check the hours before you set out — they shift on holidays and out of season.
Full ranking
1. Aquarium Restaurant · ⭐ 9.5
(11799 reviews)
+9 photos
410 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002, United States
Cuisine: Seafood
A striking themed restaurant in downtown Houston (4.7 over 11,000+ reviews): a room wrapped around a giant cylindrical tank with fish and sharks, plus an entertainment complex nearby. Seafood, steaks, American classics — in an unforgettable setting. Families with kids and a memorable experience.
«Really loved watching the fish while eating. Lunch next to a 500-pound grouper. Also sting…»
2. Taste of Texas · ⭐ 9.5
(10890 reviews)
+9 photos
10505 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024, United States
Cuisine: Steak & grill
A beloved Houston steakhouse (4.7 over 10,000+ reviews): steaks, a signature salad bar and genuine Texas hospitality. Steaks of your choice, the salad bar, signature bread, desserts.
«Taste of Texas was an experience of a life time. Starting with our waiter Chase. We visi…»
3. The Breakfast Klub · ⭐ 9.5
(10081 reviews)
+9 photos
3711 Travis St, Houston, TX 77002, United States
A legendary Midtown spot (4.7 over 10,000+ reviews): a soulful Southern breakfast people have queued for over years. A real Southern breakfast. Be ready to queue.
«Absolutely amazing experience at The Breakfast Klub! The food was fresh, flavorful, and wo…»
4. Taste Kitchen + Bar · ⭐ 8.9
(6911 reviews)
+9 photos
420 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, United States
Cuisine: American
A popular Houston spot (4.4) with a modern American menu, a strong bar and a cosy atmosphere. Modern American dishes, brunch, cocktails.
«I REALLY loved this place! ❤️❤️
My server was Tay, and I highly recommend asking for her i…»
5. La Fisheria · ⭐ 9.7
(4838 reviews)
+9 photos
213 Milam St, Houston, TX 77002, United States
Cuisine: Mexican
A well-known Houston spot (4.8) with coastal Mexican cuisine: fresh seafood, ceviche and authentic recipes. Ceviche, grilled seafood, fish tacos, mezcal cocktails.
«Came here for dinner before a show at 713 Music Hall. The food is very tasty! Their guacam…»
6. Brennan's Houston · ⭐ 9.3
(3335 reviews)
+9 photos
3300 Smith St, Houston, TX 77006, United States
Cuisine: American
An elegant city institution (4.6): refined Creole cuisine with a Texas accent and the signature tableside Bananas Foster. Turtle soup, Creole dishes, Bananas Foster, the Sunday jazz brunch.
«Q was an incredible server. We were celebrating our 19th wedding anniversary, and it was n…»
7. Brenner's on the Bayou · ⭐ 8.9
(3012 reviews)
+9 photos
1 Birdsall St, Houston, TX 77007, United States
Cuisine: Steak & grill
An elegant steakhouse (4.4) in a scenic spot by Buffalo Bayou: steaks, seafood and a lovely patio amid greenery. Steaks, seafood, signature sides, a large wine list. A romantic dinner and special occasions.
«Today I celebrated my birthday here, and if I could give this place a million stars, I wou…»
8. Pappas Bros. Steakhouse · ⭐ 9.5
(2888 reviews)
+9 photos
5839 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77057, United States
Cuisine: Steak & grill
One of the city's most respected steakhouses (4.7): in-house dry-aged steaks and an award-level wine list in a classic, elegant room. Dry-aged steaks, seafood, signature sides, award-winning wines. Special occasions and steak connoisseurs.
«We were here with business partners during our trip to Houston. It's a typical elegant ste…»
9. Nancy's Hustle · ⭐ 9.5
(2228 reviews)
+9 photos
2704 Polk St A, Houston, TX 77003, United States
Cuisine: American
A foodie favourite (4.7) in EaDo: seasonal cooking, natural wines and signature Gulf Coast dishes in an intimate format. Seasonal dishes, the signature Nancy cakes, natural wines. A gastro dinner and lovers of seasonal cooking.
«We were a party of four, so we got to try most of the menu. This place is incredibly tasty…»
10. State of Grace · ⭐ 9.3
(2010 reviews)
+9 photos
3258 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77098, United States
Cuisine: American
A stylish Ford Fry restaurant (4.6) in River Oaks: modern Southern-Texan cuisine, seafood and an elegant atmosphere. Seafood, seasonal Southern dishes, oysters, cocktails. Dinner with friends and special occasions.
«State of Grace offers a wonderful dining experience with an elegant and welcoming atmosphe…»
Questions & answers
Which place tops the ranking? Aquarium Restaurant — score 9.5/10 (Editors' pick).
How many places are in the list and how were they chosen? The selection includes 10 places chosen by our editors based on rating and reviews.
What is the average rating in the top? 9.4/10 — average score of 10 places in the list.
Which place has the most reviews? Aquarium Restaurant — 11799 visitor reviews.
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