Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Southeast Houston

21 restaurants available nearby

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1. Drake's Hollywood - Houston

4.6

Exceptional(153)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Montrose

Booked 48 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

2. Lucille's

4.5

Awesome(2375)

Price: Expensive

• Southern • Museum District

Booked 78 times today

Nestled in a 1920s mission-style home in the heart of Houston’s Museum District, Lucille's specializes in well-refined Southern cuisine with infusions of international techniques and flavors. The restaurant serves as a tribute to the culinary tradition began by Executive Chef & Owner Chris Williams’ great-grandmother, Lucille B. Smith, who was a culinary pioneer and successful entrepreneur who founded her own food corporation. Today, the Lucille’s team continues to pay homage to their namesake by replicating some of her most famous recipes while embellishing others to create innovative takes on Southern food classics.

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3. Victory Restaurant & Lounge - Houston

3.9

Excellent(105)

Price: Very Expensive

• Comfort Food • Downtown

Booked 27 times today

Welcome to Victory Restaurant & Lounge. Victory Restaurant & Lounge was born out of an idea to create a place where people could enjoy 5-Star meals in a relaxing, welcoming environment. Rico, a decorated businessman, had visions of opening an elite restaurant with an ambiance Houston has never seen before. Our menu consists of elevated comfort foods that will leave you wanting more. Our restaurant is designed with indoor and outdoor seating that includes large booths, perfect for sharing a meal with friends and family. We look forward to serving you.

4. Rosie Cannonball

4.7

Exceptional(37)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Montrose

Booked 43 times today

At Rosie Cannonball, we’re serving European comfort food in a lively atmosphere. The restaurant celebrates the origins of cooking through open, live fire and is centered around a wood-burning oven and grill. The menu draws inspiration from individual ingredients: local vegetables, pastas and pizzas, simple seafood and locally-sourced meat cooked over live fire. Master Sommelier June Rodil curated an expansive list of delicious wines with a strong Italian, Spanish and French focus from their favorite producers new and old, along with options from progressive New World producers. The cocktail menu has strong Italian influences, mirroring the focus of the food. Chef de Cuisine: Matt Hamilton Sous Chef: Karla MorenoExecutive Pastry Chef: Samantha MendozaGeneral Manager: Brandi KinneyFront of House Managers: Lauren AllenGoodnight Hospitality Partners: Bailey & Peter McCarthy, Felipe Riccio, June Rodil

5. Grace's

4.8

Exceptional(4297)

Price: Expensive

• American • Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor

Booked 50 times today

Grace's is all about comfort food. It's like a warm hug on a plate. The menu is packed with Southern comfort food, described by reviewers as 'great', 'phenomenal', and 'exceptional'. From the 'good comfort food' to 'upscale Southern comfort food', it's clear that Grace's is the place for classic American comfort dishes. Plus, the owner's grandmother, Grace, is the inspiration behind the restaurant, adding an extra layer of comfort and homeliness to the dining experience.

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6. Bungalow Downtown Dining

4.5

Awesome(1220)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown

Booked 31 times today

Bungalow Downtown Dining is a collection of intimate spaces with multiple dining areas offering a host of options tailored to our guests' specific needs. Guests can choose from a vibrant and high energy bar that features a variety of luxurious libations, a beautiful dining room with gold accents and plush velvets booths, multiple private dining spaces as well as our state of the art roof top patio with downtown views. Bungalow's menus offers numerous options to suit almost any dining experience or preference. Our steaks are offered in small and large cuts, and side dishes are designed to please everyone at the table. The appetizer selections feature items that are a great beginning to dinner and can be enjoyed with your favorite libation from our wine or craft cocktail menu.If you are looking to enjoy a quick bite in the bar with a colleague or a great night out for dinner with family and friends, Bungalow can accommodate your needs. Please visit our website for full our dress code

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7. Relish Restaurant & Bar - River Oaks

4.8

Exceptional(1031)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • River Oaks

Booked 32 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!

8. State of Grace

4.7

Exceptional(3372)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Southern • River Oaks

Booked 40 times today

State of Grace is all about elevated comfort food, offering a jubilant medley of old favorites with new spice, accent, and freshness. Reviews rave about its 'delicious food', 'unique and delicious entrees', and 'fabulous food'. The restaurant's friendly service and great atmosphere add to its comfort food appeal. Chef-owner Ford Fry's culinary expertise and respect for every ingredient also contribute to the restaurant's comfort food status.

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9. The Federal Grill - Downtown

4.7

Exceptional(135)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 25 times today

Dress Up or Dress Down. A Bourbon or a Beer. A Ribeye or a Burger. Where precision cooking meets quality ingredients in a tribute to classic American cuisine. Dining experiences are complemented by an exceptional whiskey and cocktail list—the essence of the Federal Experience. This location also will serve lunch, happy hour, and dinner, as well as weekend brunches – and will offer catering to our downtown neighbors. New to this location will be a grab-and-go coffee bar, which will offer pastries, sandwiches, and salads throughout the day – and a variety of locally owned 4WD Coffee drinks.

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10. McCormick & Schmick's - Houston (Uptown Park)

4.6

Exceptional(3369)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Galleria / Uptown

Booked 29 times today

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks brings the Pacific Northwest's favorite restaurant to Bayou City! We are conveniently located in the Uptown Park Shopping Center – off of Post Oak Boulevard and Loop 610 West. From fresh seafood and shellfish to Steak and garden fresh salads, our goal is to exceed your dining expectations. As our guest, you will experience culinary excellence at its best. Our menus reflect seafood from the Pacific Rim, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico. We also source products from local ranches, farms, and wineries to showcase regionally inspired dishes.

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hannah
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
everything was sooo yum and candy was sooooo sweet
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Rosie CannonballPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Montrose
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4.7
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Kimberly
Baton Rouge / Lafayette •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This was our first visit to Lucille’s. Our waiter, Rick is amazing at servicing and hosting others. He shared the menu and directed us to things to try that didn’t disappoint. He treated us with so much grace and kindness. We enjoyed the time he took to get to know us and was so attentive to what our needs were while having dinner. When you visit you must ask for him to be your waiter. You will not regret it. We at the oxtail for the first time it was outstanding. Rick gave us the opportunity to try the bread pudding. Don’t leave without trying it. It was superb. The bread rolls were so good and the fried green tomatoes were excellent. We will visit again on our next visit to Houston. The atmosphere was quiet. The hostess was so sweet and welcoming. Thank you for a great experience.
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Lucille'sPrice: Expensive• Southern• Museum District
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4.5
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garyVIP
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
was nice date night experience, nice atmosphere, fun time
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Drake's Hollywood - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• American• Montrose
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4.6
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ColinVIP
Houston •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Ton and Trey were excellent servers and were very warm and welcoming. They took excellent care of us and even had their manager, Todd, help us with an extra question we had. We really appreciated Todd taking the time to talk to us! Probably one of the best times we have been to Graces!
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Grace'sPrice: Expensive• American• Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
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4.8
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jacqueline
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 6, 2024
Our waitress Amanda was very attentive. Enjoyed the music and the live DJ. The only thing with music it could be a "little...just little lower" cus it was sometimes to hear each other or the waitress
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Victory Restaurant & Lounge - HoustonPrice: Very Expensive• Comfort Food• Downtown
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3.9

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21 restaurants available nearby

1. Drake's Hollywood - Houston

2. Lucille's

3. Victory Restaurant & Lounge - Houston

4. Rosie Cannonball

5. Grace's

6. Bungalow Downtown Dining

7. Relish Restaurant & Bar - River Oaks

8. State of Grace

9. The Federal Grill - Downtown

10. McCormick & Schmick's - Houston (Uptown Park)

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