Share(713) 581-8212
415 Westheimer Rd
(Whitney Street)
Houston,
TX
77006
29.7446
-95.3861
Neighborhoods: Neartown/ Montrose, Central
Sorrento's Risturante
Last updated 11.20.09
What People Are Saying About Sorrento Ristorante Italiano
The Owner
Sorrento Ristorante Italiano
Owner
Sorrento Ristorante is a complete Italian experience located on the lower Westheimer strip. At Sorrento, receive attentive service from their experienced, knowledgeable, and professional staff. They serve a sophisticated, creative and contemporary Italian menu along with an extensive wine list that ranges from the rolling vineyards of Tuscany to California. Some of our menu items include-the double lamb chop stuffed wth goat cheese. The atmosphere is completed by their live piano bar. Zagat Survey rated Sorrento "Excellent" for fine, Italian dining 2006-2007.
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – Handsome and inviting, this Italian eatery on Lower Westheimer offers high ceilings and higher prices, but the experience is worth it. Impeccable service, romantic atmosphere and quietly attractive, multiroom design foster an air of luxury without ostentation. A pocket-sized bar at the entrance provides an excellent vantage point while the solarium-like side room is a haven for less formal diners. – – The Food – Though the name salutes the resort town near Naples, the food isn't that provincially specific. It's neo-Italian fare, often sleek and delicately…
11/03/09
Best italian food in all of Houston
by The Restaurant Critic at Citysearch
As owner of HoustonRestaurants dot com I dine out frequently and when I do not have a new place to try, I spend my time at Sorrento Ristorante on Westheimer sampling their fine food and excellent wines.
I have know Abbas for 20 years and he always delivers. His staff is very attentive and makes you feel like family.
I have very few "Favorite Italian Restaurants" and this is one of the best.
You have to try the Sea Bass and the lamb!
- Pros: Fine dining, great wine, excellent food
- Cons: need more locations in Houston!
10/28/09
Pleasantly Peaceful
by Jeremy Turner at Citysearch
As soon as we walked in the door we were greeted by a pleasent valet parking staff and the host at the door was very professional and accomadating. The food took a little longer than expected but our waiter was very professional and apologized because our food had been ordered after a larger party which is why it took so long. Other than that the environment and service were wonderful and I will certainly be visiting again.
- Pros: Great food, good wine selection, and quiet atmosphere
- Cons: smaller restaurant
08/14/09
A Disappointing Anniversary
by txfoodie2009 at Citysearch
We went to Sorrento for our 10th Wedding Anniversary. But the night was pretty disappointing. The foie gras was bitter, and the toast it sat on had been burned (literally black in parts). The calamari was mediocre, but nothing special. My husband's lobster bisque was great. But my butternut squash soup was really bland and very very thin -- almost watery. I had to ask for a salt shaker because it wasn't properly seasoned. Our entrees were okay (a snapper special and the filet/lobster) but for $36 each, I was expecting something that made me say "wow" -- and I just thought, "this is okay -- good, but not great." Finally, we had a chocolate souffle for desert. Again, good but not great (and slightly overcooked). To add insult to injury, the table next to us was celebrating their 11th anniversary. For some reason, they were brought a desert "on the house" and a big deal was made. Our desert was brought with a candle (they knew it was our anniversary) but not comped.
I love food, and I'm usually pretty easy to please. I did have high hopes for Sorrento. But at the end of the day, we had a bill of more than $150 and a big feeling of disappointment. Maybe we just visited them on an off night and got a bad waiter. But if I were celebrating an anniversary or special occasion, I wouldn't take a chance on Sorrento.
- Pros: free parking if you get there early; live piano
- Cons: bad food; not great service; not good for special occasion
The Details on Sorrento Ristorante Italiano
Where to Sit:
The bar is a smoking area and opens into the main dining room; make sure to request a table far removed if that's a concern.
Know Before You Go:
Best buy: A prix-fixe menu ($45 per person) takes you through five courses.
The Extras:
There's also a thoughtful wine list, with several by-the-glass options.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Late Night Dining, Romantic Dining, Quiet, Private Rooms, People Watching, Online Reservations, Live Music, Notable Wine List, Prix Fixe Menu
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
At the bar
Message from Sorrento Ristorante Italiano
- Zagat Rated "Excellent"
- Fine Italian Dining
- Extensive Wine List
Sorrento Ristorante is a complete Italian experience located on the lower Westheimer strip. At Sorrento, receive attentive service from their experienced, knowledgeable, and professional staff. They serve a sophisticated, creative and contemporary Italian menu along with an extensive wine list that ranges from the rolling vineyards of Tuscany to California. Some of our menu items include-the double lamb chop stuffed wth goat cheese. The atmosphere is completed by their live piano bar. Zagat Survey rated Sorrento "Excellent" for fine, Italian dining 2006-2007.
