Best Casual Restaurants in River Oaks

122 restaurants available nearby

1. State of Grace

4.8

Exceptional(3347)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • River Oaks

Booked 32 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.

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2. Relish Restaurant and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(1021)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • River Oaks

Booked 17 times today

Relish Restaurant & Bar is a neighborhood eatery serving up classic American food with Mediterranean influences. At Relish, we aim to create an environment where absolute guest satisfaction is our highest priority. Through a shared commitment to excellence, we are dedicated to the uncompromising quality of our food, service, and people, while taking exceptional care of our guests and staff. We simply believe food should be uncomplicated, delicious and something to be relished!

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3. Cru Food & Wine Bar Houston - River Oaks

4.6

Exceptional(199)

Price: Moderate

• American • River Oaks

Booked 1 time today

Cru Food and Wine Bar at River Oaks in Houston, TX offers many wine vintages for you and your friends or family to enjoy. The establishment also offers a wealth of quality food to sate your appetite. Some of the top options on the menu at Cru Food and Wine Bar at River Oaks include the lobster & shrimp pot stickers, ahi tartare, stone-fired pizzas, filet mignon, Scottish salmon, beautiful seafood options and our roasted half chicken.Cru Food and Wine Bar at River Oaks serves brunch as well. Some of the items on the brunch menu at the eatery include crab cake benedict, steak & eggs and smoked salmon board. Dessert options include tiramisu and chocolate lava cake. We provide great patio seating, a fun bar and beautiful dining room. Great promotions such as Champagne Thursday(half off bottles of bubbles), Pizza Monday (free pizza with a bottle of wine, and Swirl Sundays (1/3 off all bottles of wine).

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4. Drake's Hollywood - Houston

4.6

Exceptional(129)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Montrose

Booked 78 times today

An Old Hollywood party - dry-aged steaks & cold martinis *Drake's Hollywood accepts reservations for parties of 7 or less. For parties of 8+ please contact houston@drakeshollywood.com. Happy Hour is available weekdays 4pm to 6pm and 9pm-C in the bar. Children under the age of 6 years of old are not permitted

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5. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(1028)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 19 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.

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6. Hudson House - River Oaks

4.7

Exceptional(387)

Price: Moderate

• American • River Oaks

Booked 50 times today

With its East Coast-inspired “old-school casual” design and menu, Hudson House offers straightforward, timeless American dishes for lunch and dinner. Oysters are flown in daily and are best paired with their legendary “World’s Coldest Martinis."

7. Bari Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(489)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 44 times today

BARI THE SIMPLE JOY OF ITALIANThere is a casual, effortless style found in Italy that has us falling in love over and over. It’s an elegant simplicity that is found in legendary food, cities, art, fashion, and everyday life. A spirit the world is instinctively attracted to. A nuanced approach that crosses generations and always in style. When it comes to Italian food…a balance between classic and modernity. Along comes Bari where diners experience respect for Italian food in a setting that evokes the stylish glamour of Milan and Rome. Serving classic dishes found from the mountains to the sea.

8. March

4.9

Exceptional(33)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Montrose

Booked 8 times today

In the heart of Houston’s Montrose neighborhood, MARCH Restaurant is an intimate Mediterranean restaurant from Chef Felipe Riccio. Serving both 6 and 9 course tasting menus, we study the gastronomy, history, and cultures of the region to answer the question:“What is Mediterranean cuisine?”After many years of personal and professional exploration of the Mediterranean – including extended stints at three-Michelin-starred Osteria Francescana and Azurmendi –Felipe has brought this spirit of exploration back to his home in Houston.The word ‘MARCH’ signifies an area of land on the border between two territories; a frontier between realms. The menu is the team’s love letter to the Mediterranean where we will explore the unique, layered evolution of its many connected cuisines, with beverage pairings/selections artfully curated by partner and Master Sommelier, June Rodil, and the acclaimed beverage team.

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9. La Griglia - Houston

4.6

Exceptional(2754)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • River Oaks

Booked 47 times today

La Griglia continues its tradition of a true Houston staple at our new address, 2817 W Dallas Street. La Griglia’s menu is a blend of signature dishes with new creations featuring simple, uncomplicated ingredients elegantly presented. A significant portion of our exceptional ingredients are sourced from Italy and act as inspiration for the new offerings. With a striking, modern look and feel, La Griglia features sleek finishes such as marble and brass juxtaposed by the warmth of supple leathers and crisp white tablecloths. The restaurant includes an intimate main dining room, a wine room, and an expansive courtyard and bar for dining and cocktails, allowing for guests to experience a range of environments based on the occasion.As a courtesy to all our guests, we maintain a business casual dress code. No beachwear, gym attire, hats, baseball caps, shorts, flip flops, or athletic apparel is allowed. Admittance is at the discretion of management.

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10. Le Colonial - Houston

4.7

Exceptional(3727)

Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 39 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.

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heenavip
Toronto / Ontario •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I had the best time at Zanti. The food is extremely delicious. We had the pleasure of meeting Brian and he is by the far the best server I have ever had in a restaurant. I don’t return to most restaurants after eating there once. However I will always go back to Zanti
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Zanti Cucina Italiana - River OaksPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• River Oaks
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4.7
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Davidvip
Houston •167 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
6 of us for lunch. Server Verboon (spelling?) was excellent. Food was excellent. Deviled eggs, crab beignets, hamburger, onion soup. If the prices were a little lower, you could do much more lunch business.
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State of GracePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Southern• River Oaks
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4.8
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Kai
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our dinner at Drake’s was just what we needed for a date night and a special time together for my boyfriends birthday. I appreciate the grace as we were running late and the team was accommodating and kind, even though we were behind schedule and closing was at 10p. Thank you for the hospitality. A little bit of kindness goes very long way.
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Drake's Hollywood - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• American• Montrose
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4.6
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Peggyvip
Houston •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
A favorite location for a business lunch for me. 10 minutes from my office downtown, friendly and efficient service and always good food. My personal favorites are the chicken paillard and the salmon citrus salad. My colleague had the grilled cheese and bacon which looked amazing!
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Relish Restaurant and BarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• River Oaks
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4.8
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Yana
Dallas - Fort Worth •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 13, 2024
Server was a little confused with our orders but everything tasted really good and we had a great time!
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Cru Food & Wine Bar Houston - River OaksPrice: Moderate• American• River Oaks
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4.6

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122 restaurants available nearby

1. State of Grace

2. Relish Restaurant and Bar

3. Cru Food & Wine Bar Houston - River Oaks

4. Drake's Hollywood - Houston

5. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

6. Hudson House - River Oaks

7. Bari Ristorante

8. March

9. La Griglia - Houston

10. Le Colonial - Houston

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