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Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks, Houston, TX

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

4.7
4.7
1131 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (281) 378-4890
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Hilario Zamora
  • Private party facilities
    From executive dinners to family feasts, our spaces effortlessly adapt to every occasion. Whether indoors or enjoying the fresh air on our patio, Zanti has the perfect setting to make your celebration unforgettable.
  • Private party contact
    Events Sales Manager: (832) 948-0216
  • Neighborhood
    River Oaks
  • Cross street
    Driscoll St
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Zanti Power Lunch

    $35.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a three course lunch for $35. Choose from a list of appetizers, entrees and dessert. This menu includes ice tea or soft drink (not bottle water). Service is not included.
    Zanti Power Lunch Photo
  • Pre-Theatre Dinner Menu

    $55.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Enjoy a 3-course Italian dinner in the heart of River Oaks, just 10 minutes from Houston’s Theater District. Dine in under 90 minutes, without the worry of missing curtain call. · First Course: Cacio & Pepe, Salad Minestrone Soup, Arancini, or Shrimp Ceviche · Second Course: Chicken Piccata, Margherita Pizza, Truffle Cheese Ravioli, Flank Steak, Piedmont Beef Filet, Braised Lamb Ossobuco, or Tagliolini Frutti di Mare · Third Course: Panna Cotta, Homemade Gelato, or Sorbete Available Tuesday - Sunday from 4pm to 6:30pm.
    Pre-Theatre Dinner Menu Photo

What 1,131 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks offers a dynamic dining experience with "great food and service" and a "lively ambiance." Standout dishes like the saffron scallops and braised lamb ossobuco are highly praised. Despite some mixed reviews on noise level and pricing, many patrons appreciate its "excellent" service and "delicious" offerings, making it perfect for special occasions.

1,131 Reviews
  1. Z VIP

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The beet salad is one of the finest in the area, and the tagliolini lobster is consistently a top choice. I would also like to commend the hostess and the hospitality staff for their exceptional service. The team consistently strives to accommodate all guest needs, creating a welcoming and enjoyable experience.

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  2. LiliP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were excellent. However, we were charged an additional 3% as a surcharge for using a credit card and were not informed of that before being charged. We would have paid with cash had we known. They should have told us in advance, as is the law.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    İt was a Wonderfull experience our server and the food was very delicious

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Great service. Highly recommend and we will be back.

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  5. Elizabeth

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent celebration dinner. All dishes were delicious. Incredible wine.

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  6. Malcolm

    Houston1 review

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Artichoke appetizer, scallops with saffron risotto, and pasta were all very good. Hummus was barely present and so thin that it was not possible to dip or spread on the accompanying pita. The special snapper ($90, and suggested for two) was deep fried, presented whole, and when the staff was asked to plate it, the difficulty of doing so was obvious and the resulting pieces were full of bones. Overall, a very disappointing evening with special guests from out of town. Not heading back anytime soon.
    Zanti Cucina Italiana - River OaksResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to review us Malcolm. We're happy to hear that you enjoyed a few of the dishes, but would like to hear more about your overall experience. Could you please reach out with your contact information for us to reach out to you? We would love the opportunity to make things right.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Houston1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a relatively quiet Wednesday, so the restaurant wasn't too busy. The food was good, but nothing extraordinarily special in light of the prices. Wine selection seemed to be good, but the bottle we ended up choosing was not available, so they suggested an alternative. Service was the highlight as our waiter was attentive and friendly.
    Zanti Cucina Italiana - River OaksResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to review us. We're happy to hear that the service was a great part of the experience, but would like to hear more about your food and overall value. Could you please reach out with your contact information for us to reach out to you? We would love the opportunity to make things right.

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  8. Laisha VIP

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

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  9. Talia

    Houston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the ambiance and service at Zanti. The food is constantly great! I got a melon sparkler and husband got a Bloody Mary which is one of the best! It wasn’t too over powering with tomato juice or too spicy. The charcuterie board never fails. Love the natural honey that comes with it. We usually come here for dinner and was happy to know you can order from the dinner menu during brunch hours.

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  10. Rene

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was tasty except for the Brownie dessert. Truffled pizza and ravioli were very good. Service was exceptional. Ambiance is good — classy without being snobby or pretentious. I enjoyed our meal and experience. I look forward to returning soon.

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FAQs

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (281) 378-4890.

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks is rated 4.7 stars by 1131 OpenTable diners.

Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks 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.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Zanti Cucina Italiana - River Oaks

1958 W Gray St suite 101, Houston, TX 77019-4816

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Driscoll St
  • Neighborhood
    River Oaks
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Wed, Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Hilario Zamora
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (281) 378-4890
  • Private party facilities
    From executive dinners to family feasts, our spaces effortlessly adapt to every occasion. Whether indoors or enjoying the fresh air on our patio, Zanti has the perfect setting to make your celebration unforgettable.
  • Private party contact
    Events Sales Manager: (832) 948-0216
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