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Sambuca


#182 of 2,616 restaurants in Houston
3.5 of 5 stars 85 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Neighborhood: Museum/West University
  • Price range: €15-28 ($21-$40)

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4 of 5 stars
catperson2008   10 contributions
Michigan's West Coast
Jun 27, 2009

Great food, great service, and a live band on a Thursday night. We searched for a live band; the websites and reviews indicated that live jazz on a week night seemed to be a rarity. The band (with singer) did perform a wider variety beyond jazz, which was okay with us. There was even a small dance floor. I recommend... more

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1 of 5 stars
Onix1   3 contributions
Houston
Jun 8, 2009

It is expensive. Menu does not have many options. Food is greasy and terrible. Service: 1 guy for 6 tables on a Friday night. If you want a 10+ table need to fill a contract give a $250 deposit and food options are even more limited. Houston has plenty of good restaurants all over the city. Do not waste time... more

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2 of 5 stars
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Jan 18, 2009

Food is ok. Jazz is great! more

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5 of 5 stars
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Nov 20, 2008

Love the downtown location and the live jazz. Great gourmet worth the price. more

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4 of 5 stars
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Aug 28, 2008

Nice music. more

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1 of 5 stars
TexasLawCat   4 contributions
Austin, Texas
Aug 17, 2008

Went on a Sunday night. There was no jazz--just a guitar player singing very moldy oldies from the 80's and beyond. The volume was so loud we could not hear the people on the other side of our table. A request to the waiter to see if the volume could be turned down did no good. The food was boring,... more

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2 of 5 stars
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Jul 27, 2008

The food here is ok. A little bit pricey for what you get. The fish and chips were really bland. more

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5 of 5 stars
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Jul 25, 2008

really love this place!! great "date" night place! more

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5 of 5 stars
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Jul 9, 2008

I LOVE the atmosphere. Haven't tried the food... more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jul 1, 2008

Romantic atmosphere. The shrimp cocktail is off the hook more

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Sambuca Address

909 Texas St, Houston, TX 77002
Tel: (713) 224-5299 Fax: (713) 224-5290
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.