I'm looking for a 20 person reception venue in Houston probably a restaurant that is a little funky. Ideas?

Question

I've been to all of the recommended restaurants in Houston and they all seem to be the same. The cuisine may be different, but they are all big rooms with valet parking, etc. I'm from Chicago and don't know Houston that well. I'm looking for something a little more interesting, something with some history. Anyone know Houston and have some suggestions?

Answer 1

RAINBOW LODGE HANDS DOWN!!!

Answer 2

Check out:

Rainbow Lodge

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2011 Ella Blvd

Houston, TX

Also, Vargo's, Mark's American Cuisine, Bice,

The Lancaster Hotel, The Brownstone. and La Columbe d'Or --- all ($$$$$).  These are all beautiful places with outstanding food.  Sorry, but I am drawing a blank on anything funky.

Answer 3

There is Vargo's which I totally recommend if you want a little classy and historic.  

Answer 4

Sambuca's in downtown is a nice restaurant/jazz club.

Answer 5

When you said that you were interested in a historic place I immediately thought of Mark's - http://www.marks1658.com/.  It's a restaurant that was once a church and it is beautiful inside.  They have both private and semi private rooms for a reception.  I haven't personally eaten there because I'm vegan and they don't have that much to offer me, but all I have heard were raves from other foodies.

T'afia is a little funky.  Very minimalistic design and food.  Highest quality ingredients you will find in Houston.  http://www.tafia.com/  The chef, Monica Pope, has won many culinary awards.

Answer 6

RUGGLES off of Montrose. The best food, awesome atmosphere, Elegant, comfortable, small but spacious. Check it out...unique!

http://www.rugglesgrill.com/  

Answer 7

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse.

Answer 8

Vargos!  It is just off Westheimer and Fondren.  It has it's own lake with Swans and a few gazebos for romantic walks.  It has a few reception areas and it is quiet.  Check it out!

Answer 9

Vargo's is great. Also, Rockefeller's, The Corinthian,America's,The Downtown Aquarium, La Colombe D'Or, & Bella Terrazza.