50 Best American Restaurants in Houston

“This was an amazing restaurant to dine with family and friends. The service was great and decor was beautiful.“

“Excellent food and atmosphere“

“Great food Great service Great ambiance“

“Had Sunday brunch for my birthday and the food was absolutely delicious. I recommend the Rosewater Panna Cotta for dessert.“

“My husband and I had a lovely & delicious meal here. Service was attentive, polite, and very helpful. Atmosphere is pretty, relaxing, & it's possible to chat without shouting. My cocktail was delightful (golden martini) & wine selections are thoughtful. Seafood was fresh as can be & prepared expertly. I have a dairy sensitivity & they were very cool about making some substitutions for me.Parking: Easy if you valet.“

“The best food and service ! Ignore the bad reviews! Some people are just so cheap and have no appreciation for the art of dining! All around one the best restaurants I have ever gone.“

“Wow, the food was amazing! This was our first time and we will be coming back and inviting friends next time. Best green beans I've ever had in my life (I love green beans <3). I'm not much of a desert person but was so glad we ordered, so delicious. We had shrimp and grits and chicken enchiladas. Can't wait to try something different next time.“

“Beautiful, clean place, and hands-down the best fish tacos I've ever had.“

“Came here for brunch.The ambiance of this place is hard to find in houston, quality of the dishes are top notch, and the servers are super attentative.We orders the migas, cinnamon roll and crab cakes. All were really good portions and tasted super fresh.Parking is the only hassle here but can easily be found with a few minutes of looking around.Brunch is no rezy, just waiting. We waited for 45 minutes which wasn't bad.The menu isn't super extensive but the items are all high quality so wasn't an issue“

“Love this bar! It’s my new regular spot“

“Food was amazing and our server Destiny was also amazing!! The place sets a nice vibe and environment and the live Jazz player was a really nice touch. I will definitely be back!“

“I went in this morning for some breakfast my server was Kennedy she did great getting everything I ordered , she made sure to mention the holidays specials! I ordered the Sunny Seoul Hash which I loved flavors were amazing to finish up my order I got the ginger bread spice donuts they were delicious i loved the toffe sauce the comes with it ..I will definitely be back :))“

“A delicious date night. Terrific food and excellent service thanks to Dominic.“

“Fortune Nwahaiajuzie is the BEST server ever and she’s so nice and is always smiling and she smells like cotton candy. Will be coming back!“

“Great burger. Among the best I have ever had.“

“Wonderful food and service!“

“It's definitely a vibe. Mini golf for the grown and sexy!“

“I recommend you go back over and over again so you can get a little bit of greatness each and every time you visit. Great food, great atmosphere, great service, and a great time will be on your mind when you leave there.“

“I had a REALLY great experience here. Thank you so much Kay for creating such a comfortable feeling for everyone. Best attitude goes to you, no doubt. Amazing food, drinks, service, idk what else i could ask for. This will now be my go-to spot!“

“This is one of my favorite restaurants. Today I was sat with Karla and had the absolute best service I’ve had here to date. Request her if she’s there! Her service alone will keep me coming back!“

“When I tell you everything here was on point I mean EVERYTHING. Not only was the food amazing and cooked to perfection but every server should take a class from our server. He was amazing. knew exactly what to recommend. Went above and beyond, extremely attentive and kind. This is my go to spot for life.“

“I've been to Flight Club probably 5+ times now because it's just that great! Such a fun activity for everyone, large groups or small. The ambiance of the space is nice and servers are always incredibly attentive and friendly. When we've gone for a celebration like graduation or a birthday, they have always given us some sort of voucher or free drink which is such a great touch! There's a good variety of games on the dart boards so that you can mix it up throughout your game time, and I just love that it keeps track of everything for you. There are some really fun touches like videos of the moment you win a game or make a bullseye, and cute little cartoon videos explaining the game. At $15 per person, I've found this to be one of the most affordable activities in Houston! The 90 minutes will fly by, so you'll definitely want to ask about extending your game afterward if they're not booked up :)“

“Outdoor areas pretty greenery and flowers, friendly staff, excellent food and fun vibe“

“Exceptional to every last detail! The staff, ambience, and decor create a charming and welcoming atmosphere as soon as you walk in. An impressive menu is simplified with curated suggestions from the knowledgeable staff and the opportunity to enjoy the chefs' tasting menu! We were also able to add a couple menu items to our order, too tempted by descriptions of the bold combinations of flavors to leave them off the table! Meeting Chef Evelyn Garcia was another highlight; her warmth and kindness only added to the already amazing experience at Jun. Without a doubt, we will be back for more.“

“The meal was excellent and our waiter was engaging and professional.“

“Great drinks, food and staff. Relaxing atmosphere“

“Great atmosphere! Great service! Loved the starters ! The scallops and chicken piccata were amazing! The Brussels are to die for !“

“This was a solid place across the board. I made reservations here for a business dinner and it was perfect. The wait staff was excellent and the atmosphere was very modern and upscale without being too formal. The drinks were good but a bit expensive. The food was great. We got a seafood tower, oysters and a few other apps which were all great and the Branzino was excellent. Dessert was just okay so if you have a sweet tooth maybe save your money and wait until you get home. Otherwise this was a great experience and I would definitely go back if I am in the area.“

“Took the family for breakfast on Sunday and it was not busy at all. Food was fresh and fast!! We were in and out with full bellies;!Went again on Mothers day with my hubby and enjoyed a great dinner, they were not packed at all. In and out!! ???“

“Love this place really laid back and friendly staff“

“. Great Service. good attention. Tasty food. Recommendable.“

“Excellent! There are many great restaurants in Houston, but few offer truly original dishes without trying too hard. Riel finds the right balance. All dishes were original but so tasty and well presented. This is on my Houston short list. A few comments, not negative but for consideration. - The menu is relatively limited, but offset by the fact that every dish we tried (which were many) were outstanding. - Several of the dishes were pretty spicy which was perfect for my taste, but may not be for everyone. - Concerning the staff. They were efficient and courteous, but I really don't like being served by women with big rings in their noses.“

“Great restaurant in a lovely neighborhood. The food was delicious and the happy hour charcuterie board was great followed by a 3 meat pizza. The chocolate cookie is amazing.“

“Absolutely the best place I’ve eaten in a long time . Definitely will be returning“

“I went for brunch and really liked the vibe. Great food and extremely friendly staff. Will be going back soon!“

“The food was delicious! The service was excellent, and the atmosphere/ experience was awesome! I loved every minute of it, and also enjoyed the Photo Booth experience.“

“This is one of the coolest restaurants that was recommended and then I kind of found on my own. It is such a cool spot not only is it like a grocery store, but they also have a restaurant and it’s kinda like a throwback till like the 19th 20s to the 1950s. It has a really good feel around the whole restaurant kind of has that whole olden day farmhouse field to it of a grocery store. The people is super friendly and super kind and very accommodating and they really made sure that I was having a good experience while I was there from the staff to the management. They were all really awesome. Thank you so much for showing me such a good time here.!!!“

“If you are looking for a place that caters to both vegan and non-vegan preferences, look no further than this double restaurant. The food is delicious, the staff is friendly and attentive, and the drinks and atmosphere are superb. Whether you want a salad, a burger, or a pizza, you will find something to satisfy your taste buds. This is a restaurant that everyone can enjoy and recommend.Vegetarian options: Complete plant-based menu.Dietary restrictions: Gluten friendly and Nut Free options.Parking: Limited parkingKid-friendliness: Patio/ Terraza“

“First time Birthday Luncheon, food was excellent and the service was great. I’ll be back“

“Highly recommended for lovers, families, and friends with very good ambiance and food and drinks“

“Awesome little place… great drinks and great staff !! My new hideout !“

“Went to this place last Saturday to celebrate my best friend birthday. The place was nice and the food really tasty. We were a large party 10+ with kids (from 3-12 years old). Everything was ok and we were having a great time until we had some trouble with the checks (they messed up eventhoug we were very clear about who was paying what) anyway, this was ok because our waitress was very nice and patient so we didn’t care that much. When they already “fixed it “ there was a remaining amount to be paid but we didn’t know from where since we all have paid it all. This waitress call the “manager”and when this lady came out, she was with and attitude like “I’ll give you shots and a Margarita but I need this to be paid” let me clarify we never had a problem about paying, just wanted to understand why if we had already done it. We ended up paying and she brought this shots with that attitude but honestly we were having a great time. Later than this, we (the moms) saw her talking to our husbans and we noticed something was going on. When I approached them, I was told that we needed to leave. She said to them that our kids weren’t behaving so we needed to leave now. I didn’t understand at first because she didn’t say a word or someone else while we were there. She was mad because our kids were playing in the place right next to it and said they weren’t allowed, but the man in charge of that place said they were good. Anyway, she brought this plastic cups and in a very rude way was standing by us like we were criminals. No one else came to say anything, it was only her! She claimed that she had told us so many times (no even one) and that we needed to leave the place. She was rude, she had no respect at all, she made us have a really bad time which is sad because honestly the place was very nice and we went there because it was a “kids friendly “ place and all we wanted to do was to celebrate my friend! I never write reviews, but at this time I felt the need to do it. So sad to have to say this, but not returning to this place while still in charge of zero prepared person. (She never said her name)“

“Hickory Hollow is one of my favorite places to eat. The food is always excellent and the staff is always friendly, accommodating and very courteous.“

“SOOO AMAZING. Costumer service. YEAH. AMBIANCE. YEAH. FOOD. MMMMM DELICOUS. I would only fix the parking it's kinda bad lol. I would reccomend the garlic wings or the buffalo chicken sandwich, oh and they also got mad pizza. 10/10 WOULD RECCOMEND AGAIN.“

“The restaurant was very clean, staff was friendly, and service was prompt. Our waitress was very knowledgable, quick, and overall pleasant. The drinks and appitizers were good. We were not fans of our main entrees, however Bryan was very quick to address this issue for us. Everyone else in the restaurant seemed to enjoy their meal and time. It just could have been an off night for us. I would give this place a try if I was in the EADO area!“

“Great service and interesting twists on traditional cultural foods.. live music on the weekends is great ! It’s a vibe !“

“had a great time here with family. we got the crab hushpuppies and crispy brussels sprouts to start - both fantastic! then for mains we had the ribeye sandwich and bahn mi - both also fantastic. Our server, Jose, recommended both to us and they were wonderful recommendations. Jose was very attentive and knowledgable about the menu and a very nice and pleasant server! we will be back! thank you!“

“04/13/2024I just had lunch at Squabble.First off we got seated in Julian’s section per our request of seating in a booth. (2 of us)Julian is new to the floor as a few weeks ago after being a Bar back there.I must say this young man was nothing short of impressing me.He was funny and extremely knowledgeable of the menu and could definitely pick up the vibe of the table he was working on ( ours).The menu ; if you aren’t familiar with it; needs some details given the sophistication of what it offers andthis is where Julian shined.The rest of the staff was also very attentive.It is amazing to get such food quality and service at a reasonable price.Just an amazing experience I wanted to share.And I’m a snob..“

“I love the food! It was delicious and flavorful. I ordered a little bit of everything to try. I love the salad dressing. It was very refreshing and the fries was well seasoned. The chicken sandwich was crunchy and crispy. The hamburger was good. I didn't care much for the dessert. Maybe if it was straight out of the fryer it would be good but it was just dough to me. Overall, I enjoyed everything except the dessert. I will be back for the burgers.“

“Love this place and the vibe food and drinks are good . We like the all day happy hour.“