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State Of Grace Interior - State of Grace, Houston, TX

State of Grace

4.6
4.6
3379 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Southern

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–6:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (832) 942-5080
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Bobby Matos
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private full restaurant buyout events and private dining up to 26 guests with A/V. We also offer private cocktail events in our Oyster Bar.
  • Neighborhood
    River Oaks
  • Cross street
    River Oaks Blvd.
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet available
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentine's Day 2025

    $145.00 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    Join us on Valentine’s Day for a special four-course prix fixe menu prepared by Executive Chef John Quinn. Celebrate with that special someone at State of Grace for an unforgettable night!

What 3,379 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
State of Grace in Houston consistently impresses with "amazing" food, exceptional service, and a "wonderful" ambiance. Diners rave about the chef's table, attentive staff, and standout dishes like hush puppies and redfish. While some mention service inconsistencies, the restaurant's overall experience remains a "favorite" for many, with its Southern charm and delectable menu offerings.

3,379 Reviews
  1. David

    VIP

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful NYE dinner!! Food and services was fantastic!

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  2. Robb

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    State of Grace provided exceptional service. The servers, Nicolas and Parevaan, were only cheerful and courteuos. All waitstaff encountered, and some form of management or upper oversight which visited the table, treated guests with respect and kindness. The food itself was excellent; a varied taste for food preferences existed at my table of guests, but everyone was pleased with the variety and actual dishes rendered. State of Grace set a new bar for customer service. The restaurant has clearly prioritized curating a quality menu that delivers on the tangible people are coming for---super dishes-- while also clearly training and maintaining high standards for all servers in how to make guests feel heard, welcome, appreciated, and respected. This was restaurant service as good as it gets on planet earth. My party of guests was oozing with "glows" about this restaurant, for which this was a first-time visit for us. Overall, State of Grace made a 110 on a scale of 100 for customer service and fare: well done! I would especially commend the genuine cheerfulness, courtesy, and professionalism of our servers.

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  3. lee

    VIP

    Houston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    New brunch menu is less than desirable. Would skip it.

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  4. LiketoEat

    Houston

    19 reviews

    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Manager Parwaan and servers Dominic & Essence went above and beyond to make sure our dining experience was excellent. The food was exceptional as always. We will be back soon.

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  5. taelene

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I recently visited State of Grace for a Christmas date with my husband, and while I had high hopes for the evening, the experience was a bit underwhelming. We ordered 1/2 dozen raw oysters and Oyster Bienville to start, followed by two spritz cocktails and the Bistecca alla Fiorentina as our main course. While the service was attentive and the ambiance was inviting, the food itself left much to be desired. The oysters were fresh, and the Bistecca alla Fiorentina didn’t live up to expectations, especially considering the hefty $370 bill. Having traveled to Florence, we’ve enjoyed authentic Bistecca alla Fiorentina at Trattoria ZaZa and Buca Mario. The portions there were much larger, unbelievably flavorful, and cost around 70 euros—an experience we still miss to this day. Hoping to relive that memory, we decided to give State of Grace’s version a try, even at $225. Unfortunately, it fell far short of the real thing. Overall, while the service and atmosphere were enjoyable, the food fell short, making it hard to justify the cost. I wouldn’t recommend it for the price point, but it might be worth a try if ambiance and service are your priorities.

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  6. Graham

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great service and food. enjoyed the redfish dish and oysters

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  7. Tim

    VIP

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time. The waiter was fantastic. The food was fantastic and it was just a very nice experience with my family before Christmas.

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  8. Kattina

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good experience but not the place to have a conversation with your friends… loud!

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  9. Joey

    Houston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice server and experience. However didn’t place order until we had been seated 45 minutes. Missed an appetizer that was ordered and speed of food and delivery were just off. Just seemed like the restaurant was overwhelmed, understaffed, or just out of sync tonight. Quality of food and ambience was excellent.

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  10. todd

    Houston

    32 reviews

    3.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first visit since the re-launch. Frankly, it has just become another expensive steak house in a city with a glut of those. In that genre there is nothing that stands out here over any of the other steak houses. This was a fun place with a great oyster bar and interesting menu. That is all gone. Service is exceptional and the decor is great. My blackened redfish was very tasty but served lukewarm at best.

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FAQs

State of Grace offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (832) 942-5080.

State of Grace is rated 4.6 stars by 3379 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for State of Grace

3258 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77098

Additional information

  • Cross street
    River Oaks Blvd.
  • Neighborhood
    River Oaks
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–6:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet available
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Bobby Matos
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (832) 942-5080
  • Private party facilities
    We offer private full restaurant buyout events and private dining up to 26 guests with A/V. We also offer private cocktail events in our Oyster Bar.
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