Top Dining Experiences in Houston

by OpenTable

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.

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1. Georgia James Steak

4.4

4.4 (35)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Montrose

About the restaurant

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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ChadVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Service was great. Eddie is an excellent server & the managers were very attentive.

2. Cafe Rabelais

4.8

4.8 (975)

$31 to $50

French

Rice Village

About the restaurant

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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Dany

Dined 2 days ago

Great food (we had foie gras, mussels, quails, sandwich marocain). It was excellent and the atmosphere was very nice

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Experience

New Year's Eve Prix Fixe

3. Emma Jane

4.1

4.1 (45)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

River Oaks

About the restaurant

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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Melanie

Dined 5 days ago

Super cute, delicious food, but a bit noisy. Definitely want to go back as the menu changes.

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Experience

Emma Jane Tea Service

4. Davis Street

4.8

4.8 (1158)

$50 and over

Seafood

W. University / Med Center

About the restaurant

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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GloriaVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Ultimate Christmas dinner. And amazing service and food as always at Davis Street.

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Popular dish

Thai Style Snapper for Two

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Down South Coconut Cake

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Nola Style Charbroiled Oysters

5. March

4.9

4.9 (41)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Montrose

About the restaurant

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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Evelyn

Dined on Dec 18, 2024

Absolutely loved our experience! Incredible food and service. Worth every penny.

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Exquisite Lounge Soirée

Experience

Exquisite Lounge Soirée

6. Potente

4.8

4.8 (1942)

$50 and over

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

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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PatrickVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great food. Top service. Amazing Christmas Eve Dinner

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Experience

New Year’s Eve at Potente!

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7. The Fancy at Hotel Lucine

4.7

4.7 (105)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Galveston

About the restaurant

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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KristinVIP

Dined 1 day ago

We had The Seven Fishes Christmas Eve menu tonight at The Fancy with the wine pairing. Everything was excellent!!! Everyone from the moment we walked in the door we felt at home. The staff took great care of us and the chef out did himself!

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Brunch in The Fancy at Hotel Lucine

4.7

4.7 (587)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Downtown

About the restaurant

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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DavidVIP

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

One of our best dining experiences in a long time, considering we dine out frequently. We enjoyed refreshing cocktails at the bar prepared by Kevin before moving to the dining room where we were attentively served by Yuli and her colleagues. The appetizers were so delicious - the swordfish dip, empanada and bison anticucho. We took on the recommendations from their F&B Head Likith and enjoyed sharing entree plates such as the octopus and Toro Toro churascho - the Colorado lamb was just amazing! The Napa Nook bottle of wine recommended by Gary was just the right pairing. We closed out with desserts La Bomba and churros, and got to meet Executive sous chef Jonathan so we could offer our compliments to the chef and his team. Outstanding evening, thank you Four Seasons!

9. Musaafer

4.7

4.7 (1045)

$50 and over

Indian

Galleria / Uptown

About the restaurant

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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StephanieVIP

Dined 1 day ago

PHENOMENAL food, service, and ambiance. Would definitely come again in the future for special occasions. It’s earned a michelin star, but I see it receiving another one soon.

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Experience

12-Course Chef's Tasting Menu

Experience

NYE Lunch at Musaafer

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10. Le Jardinier - Houston

4.7

4.7 (181)

$50 and over

French

Heights / Washington

About the 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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David

Dined 2 days ago

Great hospitality and fantadtic meal. Andres the somm was wonderful as was our server Fleming. Looking forward to returning for next seasons menu!

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Experience

NYE at Le Jardinier Houston: 2nd Seating $295

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11. Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.7

4.7 (1049)

$50 and over

Italian

River Oaks

About the restaurant

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

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Christina

Dined 3 days ago

Celeste was absolutely amazing. We had a show to get to and she timed our courses very well. Inside is beautiful. The wine list is extensive and they have a great selection of Super Tuscans. We will be back!

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Popular dish

Braised Lamb Ossobuco

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Tagliatelle Bolognese

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Black Truffle Beef Tartare

12. Brasserie 19

4.7

4.7 (2684)

$50 and over

French

River Oaks

About the restaurant

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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Ro'sean

Dined 2 days ago

The food needed salt lol. That’s it. Pretty creative and diverse menu but was lacking in the seasoning department for me and my guest.

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Popular dish

Charcuterie & Cheese Board

4.8

4.8 (919)

$31 to $50

Italian

Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

About the restaurant

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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Anyoleth

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

We had a lovely time, and the food was both inventive and delicious. The cotton candy foie gras was a real treat!

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Experience

New Year's Eve 1st Seating

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New Year's Eve 2nd Seating

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