Damian's Cucina Italiana
Houston, TX 77006
Phone: (713) 522-0439
Fax: (713) 961-3052
- Price:
- $$
- Best of Citysearch:
- Italian Food 2006
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11am-2pm, 5:30pm-9:30pm , Fri 11am-2pm, 5:30pm-11pm, Sat 5pm-11:30pm
Editorial Review for Damian's Cucina Italiana – by Citysearch Staff
The Scene
Recognized as one of the top Italian restaurants in Houston, it was founded by Damian Mandola of Carrabbas fame. The sophisticated atmosphere prompted the Houston Business Journal to name it the best place to host a business lunch. Among its offerings is shuttle service to the downtown theater district.
The Food
Begin with the perfectly balanced Caesar salad prepared tableside. Antipasti selections like peppers and anchovies or steamed mussels in white wine sauce are delicate and served in a civilized portion size. But pasta is really the winner here. Besides veal piccata, grilled pork chop and filet mignon, expect a wide seafood selection including grilled swordfish steak. The wine list is a refreshing collection of white and red Italian finds. California choices are extensive and well chosen. Focus on the tried and true: the signature Infusione de Cioccalato--layers of brownie, chocolate mousse and whipped cream.
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User Reviews for Damian's Cucina Italiana
04/04/2008 Posted by MrsPickens
You must try Damian's for a memorable dining experience that includes delectable hot, homemade Foccacia Bread w/ dipping oils served at the table on arrival to start your meal & a menu variety to include such wonderful appetizers as Fried Calamari (lightly battered and very tender) w/marinara, asparagus with proscuitto and one of the best tableside prepared Ceasar salads as well as a good Tradit. Italian Salad (Insalada Mista).We have had many of their delicious entree's, most notable are their nightly fresh fish dishes (Halibut when in season & flounder prepared in light wine/ butter sauces and assorted toppings varying nightly and all quite tasty). The Beef Filet & Lamb Chops are cooked to perfection and one of my favorites is their Chicken Menichino (Balsamic Glazed Grilled Chicken with sundried Tomatoes and Goat Cheese). For Pasta Lovers, the Eggplant Parmasean is good served with Linguini and Marinara. There are truly too many wonderful dishes to mention all here. They serve a pork Ossa Bucco which is good but we prefer Veal. Lest I say we have never been disappointed. Please save room for their great Desserts...Infusione Cioccolate for the Chocolate Lovers and their Tre Latte (Italian version of Tres Leches) excellent and my personal favorite is their Italian Cream cake.. the best I have ever had anywhere!!! Moist and Delicious. Not too much coconut. The friendliness and professional service of the staff is second to none. Ask for Rueben's table and he will make your Dining experience one you will not forget. We have eaten all over the country, great restaurants in New Orleans, Paris& none can compare with the pleasure we have from Dining @ Damians with Rueben as our Server. Valet parking is quite convenient since the entrance is on a busy Mid-Town St. We have sent many friends here and they now send their family & friends.Well worth the $$ for the great Food/Service and overall Dining experience. You will not be disappointed. Great for private parties also
Pros: Service, Food, Ambience and complimentary Shuttle to Theatre District
Cons: None
03/28/2008 Posted by chiceater55
Word of mouth led me to Damian's, after hearing that it's been serving Houstonians amazing Italian for years. Once I found out it was a Mandola family restaurant, I had no doubt this was the truth. We were promptly seated for our reservation and had a spacious table for our large party. The bread and dipping sauce were a great start - totally scrumptious dipping! We got the mussels with white wine sauce appetizer and it was delicious. Salads and entrees were all so wonderful with great flavoring that was not run-of-the-mill. I particularly loved the spaghetti sauce - so full of flavor! The lasagna was out of this world! The only part of the meal that was a disappointment was dessert...so sad, but nevertheless a great experience overall! Great food, outstanding service, and a nice ambiance. I highly recommend this place for a classic Italian treat.
Pros: Italian Food, Flavor, Dipping Sauce, Service
Cons: Dessert, Valet Only
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