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Sambuca

Sambuca

New American Restaurant and Bar$$$$
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    Sapna P.
    "The lobster enchiladas and something martini (ceviche) are amazing!"(3 Tips)
    Nicholas B.
    "The shrimp and crab bisque is great and surprisingly filling."(2 Tips)
    Tere P.
    "... on the town. Try the Miso Sea Bass, or go a bit exotic with the Squid Ink..."(2 Tips)
    Luis C.
    "The Zentenos band are really good!"(2 Tips)
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  • Sambuca
    SambucaJanuary 14, 2018
    Enjoy our NEW SUNDAY BRUNCH with live music. Served Sundays, 11am-3pm. $3 Bloody Mary bar & mimosa specials.
  • Tere P.
    Tere PerryAugust 9, 2018
    The 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!
  • Bobby W.
    Bobby WitcherMay 3, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    The flat iron is really good and the bacon sautéed green beans that accompany it are a special treat! Great service too!
  • Ashley R.heart icon on user image
    Ashley RussellNovember 2, 2014
    The 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 Houston
    CultureMap HoustonFebruary 28, 2012
    Known 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.
  • M B.heart icon on user image
    M BDecember 20, 2016
    Food 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
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoFebruary 26
    ROASTED RED SNAPPER (with shaved zucchini, Chimichurri sauce, lemon zest & microgreens)
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoFebruary 26
    SHRIMP & CRAB BISQUE (creamy broth with shrimp & crab meat)
  • Houston Press
    Houston PressAugust 12, 2014
    Sambuca, located beneath the Rice Lofts, is like a modernized version of an old-school supper club. Read more
  • Ricky A.heart icon on user image
    Ricky AAugust 6, 2016
    Lobster enchiladas were quite good. Good live music, but a bit loud so it can be difficult to hold a conversation.
  • Tere P.
    Tere PerryMay 11, 2018
    Fine dining and live music, for lunch or dinner. The perfect spot for late-night dinner and dancing.
  • Sandra V.
    Sandra VazquezMarch 25, 2013
    Pretty 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 G.heart icon on user image
    Fady GuirguisApril 7, 2014
    Try their Lemongrass or Asian Pear Martini (off menu), both are equally refreshing and tasty.
  • Shannon R.
    Shannon RussellJuly 9, 2013
    Had a awesome Time. The band was great. Yvonne Washington has a beautiful Jazzy Voice :-). Drinks were great. #monday #greattime
  • Melissa T.
    Melissa ThamesJune 20, 2015
    Food and atmosphere are great. Also great for post theatre drinks
  • Nicholas B.heart icon on user image
    Nicholas ButtlerNovember 24, 2021
    The shrimp and crab bisque is great and surprisingly filling.
  • P M.heart icon on user image
    P MyersAugust 19, 2015
    Fun live music. Mediterranean lasagna was good but overly cheesy. Good drinks and service was pretty good.
  • Gulfscapes
    GulfscapesSeptember 30, 2011
    Try the Citrus Salmon, Miso Sea Bass, or the St. Tropez Salad - greek salad topped with peppered salmon.
  • Nicole R.
    Nicole RedoMay 9, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    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
  • Sou S.heart icon on user image
    Sou S.October 10, 2016
    The smoked pork chop and the Sambuca 75.
  • Clifton M.heart icon on user image
    Clifton MMarch 19, 2015
    Mark Dini band - live music - jammin Jazz - Mark was never this good in high school.
  • Monica A.
    Monica AntohiFebruary 9, 2018
    The 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.
  • Lisa A.heart icon on user image
    Lisa AdamsAugust 3, 2014
    This is Our Band is playing tonight - fantastic grooves. Check out the rest of Aug.
  • Gulfscapes
    GulfscapesOctober 4, 2011
    Try the Serrano Chicken Caeser Salad: smoked chicken, cilantro, pepper jack, tortilla chips, serrano pepper Caesar dressing.
  • marvin c.
    marvin cornejoJune 26, 2013
    I love the place music is quite loud though. Hard to keep a conversation
  • Nicole M.
    Nicole MonachinoMarch 17, 2013
    Shrimp and crab dip is a must have to start out with... It's Delish!
  • Sapna P.
    Sapna PatelJuly 10, 2010
    The lobster enchiladas and something martini (ceviche) are amazing!
  • Kymberlie M.
    Kymberlie McGuireJanuary 12, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    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 W.
    David WApril 21, 2012
    Um...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
  • Cynthia A.
    Cynthia AmadorSeptember 10, 2013
    Try the shrimp and crab bisque! Delicious!
  • Fez
    FezApril 21, 2014
    So 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.
  • Rob F.
    Rob FarmerFebruary 26, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Try the Blackened Red Snapper Etouffee
  • Luis C.heart icon on user image
    Luis C.November 15, 2013
    The Zentenos band are really good!
  • Nana
    NanaNovember 23, 2014
    Serrano chicken Caesar salad, spicy but good
  • T J.
    T JOctober 14, 2014
    Just finished sittin in on the drums... Place is nice... Good good Good drinks...
  • Lori V.
    Lori VanceJuly 23, 2013
    Ask for Jason! Great bartender!
  • Ashlee L.
    Ashlee LydiardJanuary 19, 2014
    So much fun! And dancing!
  • David L.
    David LangleyJuly 14, 2013
    The shrimp and crab dip is great!
  • george h.
    george hoytOctober 5, 2012
    Ask for Christopher- the best server!
  • Ashley M.
    Ashley MJanuary 6, 2013
    If there's a live band, they add on an "entertainment fee" per person. Not worth it.
  • Justin K.
    Justin KadisMay 15, 2010
    Great live music. The sticky toffee bread pudding is really good
  • Tammie W.
    Tammie WilliamsJuly 7, 2013
    It was awesome, great food & great drinks
  • Paula M.
    Paula MartinezOctober 12, 2010
    Lobster enchiladas are the best!
  • Hilary B.
    Hilary BartlettMarch 18, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Great lunch spot and patio!
  • Bradley E.
    Bradley Evans IIIApril 9, 2014
    Lemon Grass Martini
  • Wes G.
    Wes GautierAugust 26, 2011
    The ladies never like me after I eat the asparagus.
  • Patrick H.
    Patrick HeidenreichJuly 16, 2013
    Great Ribeye!
  • Shara Patricia C.heart icon on user image
    Disappointing 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...
  • Debra O.heart icon on user image
    Debra OliverMay 18, 2013
    Surprisingly good Escargot
  • Debra O.heart icon on user image
    Debra OliverMarch 12, 2013
    Delicious Escargot
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