*Starting Tuesday, July 7, Rosie Cannonball will be open until 10:30pm. Our Reverse Happy Hour will take place nightly from 9:30-10:30pm, now featuring half-off pizza and wine.*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: Melven BatocabeGeneral Manager: Ricardo FloresGoodnight Hospitality Partners: Bailey & Peter McCarthy, Felipe Riccio, June Rodil
Coppa Osteria is the perfect paring of food and lifestyle, taking its personality from the affluent, family centric West University, Southampton, Rice and Museum District neighborhoods. Its clientele is an eclectic mix of professionals, university academics and young families – who all seem to know one another. With craft cocktails and an extensive wine list, it's easy to find the perfect beverage to pair with Coppa's modern Italian cuisine. Neapolitan-inspired pizzas are some of the most popular items on the menu – the Coppa Pepperoni and Carnissima are crowd favorites. Diners also flock for the Fritto Misto, Burrata Tartufo and Spaghetti Carbonara (Coppa's signature dish). Complete with a lively bar scene and a large outdoor patio that lends itself to sipping rosé and taking in the surrounding neighborhood scenery, Coppa is the ideal setting for an intimate all-day dining with family & friends.For group or private dining for 7+ guests, please submit a private dining inquiry below.
Experience the heart of Italy at Zanti River Oaks, where authentic cuisine meets high-end casual dining in a warm and vibrant atmosphere.Zanti brings the tradition of Italian hospitality to life with handmade pastas crafted daily, wood-fired pizzas from our signature brick oven, and classic dishes prepared with the finest ingredients. Whether you’re joining us for a relaxed lunch, intimate dinner, or celebratory gathering, our inviting space features a stylish bar and lounge, lively open kitchen, charming outdoor patio, and elegant dining room designed for connection and comfort.From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel like family. Zanti is more than a meal—it’s an experience of Italian culture, passion, and flavor in the heart of Houston.
Café Rabelais is an intimate French restaurant in the heart of Rice Village, known for its classic provincial dishes, thoughtful wine list, and warm, quietly elegant atmosphere. Inspired by the small cafés and bistros of the French countryside, the menu highlights seasonal ingredients, traditional techniques, and deep, layered flavor — from house-made quiches and slow-braised meats to daily market seafood and rustic desserts.Guests come to Café Rabelais to slow down, share good wine, and savor meals made with intention. The dining room is cozy and softly lit, filled with the familiar energy of regulars, neighbors, and friends gathering over plates designed to be enjoyed without rush.Whether you’re joining us for a leisurely lunch, dinner with close company, or one of our curated wine dinners with visiting winemakers, Café Rabelais offers a taste of France that feels timeless and heartfelt right here in Houston.
Oporto Fooding House & Wine is a Houston food and wine institution founded by chef-owners Rick and Shiva Di Virgilio located on the border of Midtown-River Oaks Houston.Inspired by Portuguese tradition, the restaurant celebrates bold coastal flavors, shareable petiscos, and vibrant energy, in a warm inviting dining room.The menu highlights fresh seafood such as mussels, piri-piri shrimp, croquetas de bacalhau, and Portuguese paella, alongside grilled meats including espetada de carne (table-side hanging beef skewers). Seasonal additions from the chef’s point of view round out the offering, paired with a curated selection of Portuguese and European wines and an exceptional cocktail program.From the same team behind Michelin Bibb recognized da Gama Canteen, Oporto remains a long-standing Houston staple known for warm hospitality and soulful Portuguese cooking—meant for lingering.
Cocody Restaurant & Bar is a design-forward culinary destination in Houston’s River Oaks District. Led by Chef Lionel Debon, Cocody blends French technique with global inspiration through an experiential approach to dining that is elegant and expressive. With refined interiors, elevated service, hand-crafted cocktails, and a curated wine list, Cocody invites guests to linger, explore, and return often.To preserve the privacy and atmosphere of the dining experience, photography is limited to your table only. Flash photography, roaming photography, professional photography or videography, and photography on the stairway are not permitted. Guests are asked to observe our dress code, which encourages smart wear, business casual, or professional attire. Management reserves the right to enforce these guidelines, including declining entry or pausing photography or service if disruptions occur.Thank you for helping us preserve an elegant dining experience for all.
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
