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Sambuca
(Now Closed)New American Restaurant and Bar$$$$
Houston
"The lobster enchiladas and something martini (ceviche) are amazing!"(3 Tips)
"The shrimp and crab bisque is great and surprisingly filling."(2 Tips)"... on the town. Try the Miso Sea Bass, or go a bit exotic with the Squid Ink..."(2 Tips)
"best Latin jazz in Houston with Norma Zenteno"(2 Tips)
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SambucaJanuary 14, 2018Enjoy our NEW SUNDAY BRUNCH with live music. Served Sundays, 11am-3pm. $3 Bloody Mary bar & mimosa specials.
- Tere PerryAugust 9, 2018The perfect spot for late-night dinner and dancing! Fine dining and live music combine for the perfect night out on the town. Try the Miso Sea Bass, or go a bit exotic with the Squid Ink Fettucine!
The flat iron is really good and the bacon sautéed green beans that accompany it are a special treat! Great service too!
Ashley RussellNovember 2, 2014The service here was awesome Sat night and there was live music. Our server Laura was so nice & the managers were really attentive & checked in with us. The chicken and shrimp tostadas were delicious!
CultureMap HoustonFebruary 28, 2012Known for jazz, but if that's not your scene, scat cat, check the Sambuca calendar and come when the band on stage is playing Latin, classic rock, acoustic rock, American standards or blues.- Tere PerryMay 11, 2018Fine dining and live music, for lunch or dinner. The perfect spot for late-night dinner and dancing.
ISC ChicagoFebruary 26, 2024ROASTED RED SNAPPER (with shaved zucchini, Chimichurri sauce, lemon zest & microgreens)
M BDecember 20, 2016Food is delicious but the portions leave much to be desired especially for the price. Live music, dancing area & valet. Decent staff. Fair place for a date...company event not so much
Houston PressAugust 12, 2014Sambuca, located beneath the Rice Lofts, is like a modernized version of an old-school supper club. Read more
Shannon RussellJuly 9, 2013Had a awesome Time. The band was great. Yvonne Washington has a beautiful Jazzy Voice :-). Drinks were great. #monday #greattime
Ricky AAugust 6, 2016Lobster enchiladas were quite good. Good live music, but a bit loud so it can be difficult to hold a conversation.
Sandra VazquezMarch 25, 2013Pretty much one of the few happening spots in Downtown Houston. I was surprised being such a big city that it was pretty much dead for a Friday night.
Fady GuirguisApril 7, 2014Try their Lemongrass or Asian Pear Martini (off menu), both are equally refreshing and tasty.
P MyersAugust 19, 2015Fun live music. Mediterranean lasagna was good but overly cheesy. Good drinks and service was pretty good.
Lisa AdamsAugust 3, 2014This is Our Band is playing tonight - fantastic grooves. Check out the rest of Aug.
Clifton MMarch 19, 2015Mark Dini band - live music - jammin Jazz - Mark was never this good in high school.
GulfscapesSeptember 30, 2011Try the Citrus Salmon, Miso Sea Bass, or the St. Tropez Salad - greek salad topped with peppered salmon.- GulfscapesOctober 4, 2011Try the Serrano Chicken Caeser Salad: smoked chicken, cilantro, pepper jack, tortilla chips, serrano pepper Caesar dressing.
Nice vibe, but be prepared to be disappointed from a sound standpoint. Soundman can't mix a show to save his life. Been here for various gigs and the sounds is always muddied vocally and too loud bass
Monica AntohiFebruary 9, 2018The service was awful. The manager had to TELL the barman to take care of us when he saw that we hadn’t yet been taken care of after being there for 20 min! I asked for a food menu. Never got it.
FezApril 21, 2014So expensive! A shot I had at a restaurant earlier was twice the price. Yes! Same shot (hornitos). I think 11 bucks for a tequila shot is overdoing it. I dont think my wallet can aford this place.
- Be sure to try the new pizzas that they have, especially the American Pie. Get there during happy hour and it's only $5.
David WApril 21, 2012Um...plastic glasses? Unseasoned everything and an overlooked steak. Definitely not worth the high end prices. I wish the food was as good as the presentation
Shara Patricia Ciravolo FesserJanuary 2, 2016Disappointing by closing at 11:00PM on the theatre district!you left the theatre and want a buzz and they are in a rush to go home...
T JOctober 14, 2014Just finished sittin in on the drums... Place is nice... Good good Good drinks...
- Come out on Thursday nights to hear the best Latin jazz in Houston with Norma Zenteno and her band.
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Sambuca, Houston's only rockin’ restaurant, features a savory new American menu and a variety of nightly live music.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:00 AM–Midnight
- Sat
- 4:00 PM–Midnight
- Sun
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(713) 224-5299
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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