Ava Soodek Ava Soodek | February 3, 2022 | Food & Drink, Food & Drink Feature, Food & Drink,
Here are the best tasting menus in Houston for all your culinary desires!
Located off West Alabama, marked only by its iconic comic book entrance, Hidden Omakase is truly a hidden gem. Reservations are booked weeks in advance, given the restaurant has only two seatings a night, at the intimate 18 person chef's counter. Chef Niki Vongthong, a veteran Uchi Houston chef, curates the menu with highlights including kampachi ceviche with charred avocado and mushroom nigiri topped with brown butter. The promise of an unforgettable night comes at the price of $175 per person, allowing guests to bring their own bottle. 353 W Alabama St. #102, hiddenomakase.com
Reopening February 10th to present its latest and greatest menu, Occtiania, March is a myriad of Mediterranean foods drawing inspiration from cities like from Bordeaux in the South of France to Marseille on the Mediterranean coast. Prior to indulging in a six to nine course meal, diners are welcome for drinks such as handmade vermouth in The Lounge. Building on flavorful Atlantic ingredients such as garlic, olives, salted fish, and olive oil, the handcrafted menu from Chef Felipe Riccio will not disappoint. To complete the experience, Executive Pastry Chef Shawn Gawle is present to seal the deal. 1624 Westheimer Rd., marchrestaurant.com
Co-chefs Javier Becerra and Rico Mackins fuses Spanish and Mexican Cuisine with Japanese culinary techniques at newly arrived Degust. “Mi casa es su casa, ” he says, as there are only three seatings a night at a 20 person intimate round table hoping the customers are left with the feeling of comfort and family. A seat at this table is $75 with an optional beverage pairing for an additional $45. Opening menu items include dishes such as gulf fish, cilantro and blue corn, and a salsa flight served with duck carnitas, short rib, and pork al pastor, with red corn tortillas. 7202 Long Point Rd., degusthouston.com
At ReikiNa, rather than feasting on the wonders of former Uchi chef Thomas Stacy, guests dine at a Stacy’s table while indulging in art made from local Austin artists. With its 8 course menu rotated every six weeks to accommodate seasonal ingredients, diners will never eat the same dish twice. Sitting no more than 20 at a time, don't miss out on your chance to try the flavors of the month such as Lobster dumplings, Caviar and Fried Oyster, and 72-hour Wagyu Short Rib. 799 Town and Country Blvd. Ste. 200, reikina.xyz
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