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4.5
- 4.6Food
- 4.4Service
- 4.5Ambience
- 4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
Grotto - Downtown Houston
4.5
1639 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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2 people
Apr 2, 2025
April 2025
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7:00 PM
About this restaurant
- Good for business meals
- Good for groups
- Good for special occasions
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesItalian, Pizzeria, Contemporary Italian
- Hours of operationMon–Wed 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Phone number
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Executive chefJosh Oakes
- CateringPlanning your next party has never been so easy or delicious! King Ranch Texas Kitchen offers online ordering for all your event catering needs. Build your order, checkout and let us take care of the rest!
- Private party facilitiesConveniently located Downtown Houston in the Convention District, Grotto is ideal for your next event. Within walking distance of Discovery Green, Minute Maid Park & Toyota Center, our Italian inspired fares offer plates for all to enjoy.
- Private party contactEvent Sales Manager: (713) 658-0752
- Delivery & takeout
- NeighborhoodDowntown
- Parking detailsValet
- Public transitValet is available. Self-parking at Avenida North parking garage, validate up to 3 hours.
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,639 people are saying
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Grotto - Downtown Houston offers a "delicious" Italian dining experience with a "cool, intimate ambiance." Guests appreciate the "great service" and "superb cocktails," making it ideal for pre-event dining. While some experienced service delays, the "food was amazing," especially the pizzas and salads. Perfect for a downtown culinary escape.
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FAQs
Grotto - Downtown Houston offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 658-0752.
Grotto - Downtown Houston is rated 4.5 stars by 1639 OpenTable diners.
Grotto - Downtown Houston does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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1001 Avenida de las Americas, Suite A, Houston, TX 77010
Additional information
- NeighborhoodDowntown
- Hours of operationMon–Wed 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu, Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesItalian, Pizzeria, Contemporary Italian
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Parking detailsValet
- Public transitValet is available. Self-parking at Avenida North parking garage, validate up to 3 hours.
- Payment optionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefJosh Oakes
- AdditionalBanquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Delivery & takeout
- Phone number
- CateringPlanning your next party has never been so easy or delicious! King Ranch Texas Kitchen offers online ordering for all your event catering needs. Build your order, checkout and let us take care of the rest!
- Private party facilitiesConveniently located Downtown Houston in the Convention District, Grotto is ideal for your next event. Within walking distance of Discovery Green, Minute Maid Park & Toyota Center, our Italian inspired fares offer plates for all to enjoy.
- Private party contactEvent Sales Manager: (713) 658-0752
Gift card
Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.