Brennan's Houston

Fine dining a la New Orleans: Brennan's opened in 1967 as a sister restaurant to the famous New Orleans original, and it's a perennial favorite on most local "Top Restaurant" lists. It's now independent and offers some great dishes that the original doesn't. The various dining rooms are strikingly elegant. (I don't think you'll find a lovelier table in all of Houston.) The service is superb, and the menu will be new territory to all but those coming from Louisiana. The selection of dishes varies daily but usually has a few classic Creole specialties such as rouxless seafood gumbo and turtle soup. Brennan's is also known for its chef's table, which is located in the restaurant's kitchen. The table must be reserved far in advance and can accommodate between 4 and 10 people at $75 per person. For that price, guests are treated to several of the chef's special creations right as they come off the stove. Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

Price

Main courses $27-$32,V

Credit Cards Accepted

AE, DC, DISC, MC, V

Reservations

Reservations recommended

Directions

Take Smith St. (one-way headed south from downtown); when it crosses Elgin/Westheimer, look for the restaurant on your right. Be careful not to pass it or you will get fed onto the Southwest Fwy

Area

At Stuart

Hours

Mon-Fri 11:30am-2pm and 5:45-10pm; Sat 11am-2pm and 5:45-10pm; Sun 10am-2pm and 5:45-10pm

Information by Frommers