16 Houston Restaurants That Are Great for Groups


Cottonwood’s spacious dining room.
With impressive eats and a great selection of cocktails and beers, Cottonwood is perfect for groups dining out. | Gary R Wise

With sharable dishes, spacious dining rooms, and delicious drinks, these crowd-pleasers are a go-to for gatherings

The Houston dining scene is by no means lacking in options, but grabbing a bite with a group can make any brave soul leading the pack feel stressed. After all, reservations, wait times, and split checks are all necessary considerations whether you’re looking for a casual brunch or a celebratory dinner.

Fear not, though. Clutch City is abundant in offering crowd-pleasing options, whether seeking a more casual dining experience with your best buds or an intimate option for a group of loved ones on a special occasion. Here are 16 spots that are sure to please a crowd.

Pro-Tip: If you’re dining with 6+ people and do not have a reservation, be sure to call ahead. Everyone loves a good heads-up.

Is your favorite go-to restaurant for groups missing from this map? Shout it out in the comments.