Bocca Italian Kitchen

I like the place, the vibe is very pleasant.....great for a date night. BUT the music is just a bit too loud, sometimes I feel like I'm in a club and not a pleasant restaurant with background music. Can't even hear the waiter occasionally when they try to talk.

Bocca Italian was incredible. It's expensive but the atmosphere was great. The restaurant is beautiful and music fit the vibe perfectly. I ordered the Lobster spaghetti which was a special for the day and it was delicious. Highly recommend for a date night.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great Environment to enjoy a nice day!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great place for our lunch

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Excellent service from Ashley

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

My favorite spot for Happy hour! Everything on the menu is perfection! The service is great and I keep returning! Just order 1 of everything on the menu. You won't be disappointed!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Chicken parmesan sandwich 10/10 recommend. Mouth watering thinking about another. Crispy chicken. Flaky ciabata bread. Amazing pesto. Bravo.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wonderful restaurant!

We held our holiday party here — they set us up in a more private area than the main floor — and the staff did a fantastic job keeping up with our group. The music was perfect for the evening and the service was top notch. Scheduling was easy and go large groups they had some great options for setting a menu in advance.

The food was excellent — portion sizes are great if a little on the large size for the chicken parmigiana, and everything was seasoned perfectly and served quickly.
The drinks off their drink menu were delicious and strong. I definitely recommend the espresso martini if you’re a fan of coffee, the Italian margarita if you like citrus, and the cucumber mint lemon drop if you love cucumber-forward flavors.
The bread pudding was very good — if you have a chance get it.

Food: 5

I stopped in to try their Lobster Ravioli. When I asked for the wine selection, I was informed they didnt have one and only have one option for each type of wine. If you present as an upscale establishment and charge $39 a plate, you should have wine options, especially if you specialize in Italian cuisine.

The ambience and the service was terrific. HOWEVER, the Chicken Piccata tasted like mayonnaise, the chicken marsala tasted like McCormicks gravy, and the chicken was rubbery. Both sauces were broken. The cutlery shredded the chicken rather than cutting it, which was awkward. The mashed potatoes were overhydrated and under-seasoned. The artichoke dip, was terrific...and is the only reason the food is getting 2 stars. This has the potential to be something great...I hope they get their menu in order.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 4

Second time coming here and it is fantastic! Food is outstanding, asked the very lovely Victoria for recommendations and she did not disappoint. Had the off menu chicken piccata and the spicy lobster spaghetti. Everything was cooked perfectly. Staff was very welcoming and accommodating. The drinks are on point , had an old fashioned and espresso martini both done perfectly. Bocca is definetly the best Italian in the area and a hidden gem. I highly recommend coming for a date night or special evening out, it does have those fancy vibes. Great happy hour and outdoor seating. We were lucky enough to meet the chef/owner and able to tell him how wonderful our experience was. We look forward to coming back and to trying his future concepts.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We discovered Bocca Italian Kitchen in Houston’s beautiful Redemption Square through the Amex Resy app, and it turned out to be an unforgettable surprise. From the moment we stepped into this sleek, modern space, we felt transported into foodie heaven. The highlight of the evening was meeting Celebrity Chef Justin Turner. He is not only a culinary master but also kind, humble, and deeply passionate about his craft. Everything is made from scratch, his team clearly respects him, and he still took the time to chat with us and take a selfie, which left us completely starstruck. The food was extraordinary from start to finish. The lobster pasta was silky, rich, and full of fresh ocean flavor. The crab cake had a perfect crisp exterior with a tender, luscious center. The homemade bread was warm, crusty, and impossible to stop eating. The wine pairing complemented every dish beautifully. The strawberry dessert provided a sweet and elegant finale that truly left us speechless. Every plate felt like it was prepared with genuine love. The staff were just as wonderful as the food, attentive, friendly, and clearly proud of their work, a reflection of Chef Justin’s leadership. This is more than a restaurant. It is a full culinary experience in a stunning new space, and we are already looking forward to our next visit. Chef Justin Turner, thank you for giving us an evening we will never forget. Highly recommend. Make a reservation on Resy and prepare to be amazed.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

They keep changing their menu and recipes last visit was so bad

Food and our server were both fantastic, definitely recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

We hosted a baby shower at Bocca Italian Kitchen and everything was perfect. The team, especially the chef Justin and his crew, went above and beyond to make the day special. They were kind enough to let us use part of the Lupo side of the restaurant, which turned out to be the perfect space for our event. The food was delicious, the service was amazing, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. Justin and his team were professional, attentive, and so easy to work with. I’m truly grateful to them for helping me give my good friend and her family a beautiful and memorable baby shower. If you’re looking for a great place to host your next event, Bocca Italian Kitchen is the place to go. Thank you again to everyone there for making our day so special.