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Top Dining Experiences in Houston

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Updated December 06, 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.

1. Georgia James Steak
4.5 (89)
$30 and under
Steakhouse
Montrose

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

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OpenTable Diner
Dined 2 days ago
Had a great time, service was amazing, food was very good, and the seating / ambience and overall vibe of the restaurant was great. For the price you pay you definitely get what you pay for here.

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

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OpenTable Diner
Dined 2 days ago
Had a great time, service was amazing, food was very good, and the seating / ambience and overall vibe of the restaurant was great. For the price you pay you definitely get what you pay for here.
2. Cafe Rabelais
4.7 (1021)
$31 to $50
French
Rice Village

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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OpenTable Diner
Dined on Mar 9, 2025
Always great food great people, I love this place

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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OpenTable Diner
Dined on Mar 9, 2025
Always great food great people, I love this place
3. Emma Jane
4.3 (97)
$31 to $50
Contemporary French / American
River Oaks

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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Shelly
Dined 4 days ago
We had high tea at 1:30 on a Saturday. Parking is a challenge but visitors can valet for $3 at lunchtime if needed (and we did.). The food was excellent and abundant. The service starts off with a glass of champagne. The service comes also with 3 pots of tea, and several savory and sweet treats. Our waiter was very cordial and helpful although a bit slow at times. We were not in a hurry so we enjoyed our leisurely tea. The ambiance is also lovely. This was my second visit—but it won’t be my last.

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,

Top review
Shelly
Dined 4 days ago
We had high tea at 1:30 on a Saturday. Parking is a challenge but visitors can valet for $3 at lunchtime if needed (and we did.). The food was excellent and abundant. The service starts off with a glass of champagne. The service comes also with 3 pots of tea, and several savory and sweet treats. Our waiter was very cordial and helpful although a bit slow at times. We were not in a hurry so we enjoyed our leisurely tea. The ambiance is also lovely. This was my second visit—but it won’t be my last.
4. Davis Street
4.7 (1197)
$50 and over
Seafood
W. University / Med Center

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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Maria Socorro
Dined 6 days ago
It was a great experience, great food and service!

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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Maria Socorro
Dined 6 days ago
It was a great experience, great food and service!
5. March
4.8 (71)
$50 and over
Mediterranean
Montrose

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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SevC
Dined 5 days ago
An amazing experience from the moment you walk in the door. The exploration 9 course menu was exquisite. Highly recommend.

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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SevC
Dined 5 days ago
An amazing experience from the moment you walk in the door. The exploration 9 course menu was exquisite. Highly recommend.
6. Potente
4.8 (1982)
$50 and over
Italian
Downtown

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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LeahA
Dined 4 days ago
It was a great experience and everything the waiter recommended was fantastic!

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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LeahA
Dined 4 days ago
It was a great experience and everything the waiter recommended was fantastic!
7. The Fancy at Hotel Lucine
4.8 (132)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
Galveston

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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OpenTable Diner
Dined 7 days ago
What a special place and a special meal! It was the perfect way to wrap up our spring break trip. Next time we will book a room as well! The food, view, service, all of it...were just right.

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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OpenTable Diner
Dined 7 days ago
What a special place and a special meal! It was the perfect way to wrap up our spring break trip. Next time we will book a room as well! The food, view, service, all of it...were just right.
8. Toro Toro
4.6 (612)
$30 and under
Steakhouse
Downtown

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 Feb 25, 2025
My favorite spot downtown for client lunches. Great menu, food is tasty and the servers are fantastic.

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 Feb 25, 2025
My favorite spot downtown for client lunches. Great menu, food is tasty and the servers are fantastic.
9. Musaafer
4.7 (1166)
$50 and over
Indian
Galleria / Uptown

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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FriscoFam
Dined 1 day ago
A wonderful experience with the best, most creative Indian cuisine I’ve ever had, infused with local elements that made each dish a journey worth savoring. Our favorites were the 72-hour Dal, the butter chicken experience (like you know it but with a twist!), the chipotle chicken appetizer, and the artistic and tasty lychee ceviche to start. Highly recommend everyone who enjoys Indian and related cuisine check it out.

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.

Top review
FriscoFam
Dined 1 day ago
A wonderful experience with the best, most creative Indian cuisine I’ve ever had, infused with local elements that made each dish a journey worth savoring. Our favorites were the 72-hour Dal, the butter chicken experience (like you know it but with a twist!), the chipotle chicken appetizer, and the artistic and tasty lychee ceviche to start. Highly recommend everyone who enjoys Indian and related cuisine check it out.
10. Le Jardinier - Houston
4.7 (220)
$50 and over
French
Heights / Washington

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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jonathan
Dined on Mar 11, 2025
Quiet, reserved elegant great wine list, great food, quality. Everyone was very polite and kind and tried very hard to make your experience wonderful. I like the way this is a small quality oriented 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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jonathan
Dined on Mar 11, 2025
Quiet, reserved elegant great wine list, great food, quality. Everyone was very polite and kind and tried very hard to make your experience wonderful. I like the way this is a small quality oriented restaurant.
11. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks
4.7 (1137)
$50 and over
Italian
River Oaks

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

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Linzie
Dined 5 days ago
Service was excellent and server gave great recommendations. Food was delicious

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

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Linzie
Dined 5 days ago
Service was excellent and server gave great recommendations. Food was delicious
12. Brasserie 19
4.8 (2724)
$50 and over
French
River Oaks

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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PegVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Love the vibrant scene here! Always festive! The patrons all seem to see each other as long time friends and it feels like a party we have all been invited to. I always leave with a new friend! The food is SPECTACULAR and the SERVICE IMPECCABLE!

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!

Top review
PegVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Love the vibrant scene here! Always festive! The patrons all seem to see each other as long time friends and it feels like a party we have all been invited to. I always leave with a new friend! The food is SPECTACULAR and the SERVICE IMPECCABLE!
13. Tony's
4.7 (941)
$31 to $50
Italian
Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

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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MariaVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Outstanding evening, wonderful menu and amazing service!

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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MariaVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Outstanding evening, wonderful menu and amazing service!
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