Tony's Inc

11/14/05

This longtime favorite of the power lunch set updates its decor and menu to remain one of Houston's premier restaurants.

by Contributor at Citysearch

In Short
A waterfall entryway, striking artwork (including a 12-foot sculpture in the main dining room) and sophisticated ambiance redefine Tony Vallone's namesake eatery. The decor is contemporary, done in warm reddish browns, while skylights and a glassed kitchen add to the feeling of openness. A mix of elite and casual diners chat amiably among the many tables. The updated European-style menu includes creative appetizers, pastas, steaks and a variety of fish. Don't miss the souffle for dessert.

09/19/05

lucky houston

by carladonetti at Citysearch

houston is so lucky to have a restaurant as fine as tony's one of the 5 or6 great restaurants in america! dept and quality of menu, pampering service an always there and directing owner probably the most beautiful restaurant anywhere and a wine list that has something for everyone and every budget.the osso buco is world class as are the short ribs and any of the fish dishes. for fine dining there is none other!

• Pros: cuisine, service, ambience
• Cons: none

09/18/05

User review by mannyleal

by mannyleal at Citysearch

Having dined at some of the finest European and U.S. restaurants I rate Tony's as a world class restaurant. I ordered a bone in rib eye medium rare and it arrived exactly as ordered with an incredibly good flavor, taste and appearance. The menu had something for everyone in our party, all gave their dinner superb accolades. I recommend the soft shell crab, Linguine Alle Vongole and Tony's assorted desserts. Overall rating, world class excellent.

• Pros: Food quality, Service, Consistency
• Cons: None

09/18/05

On the cutting edge of restaurant perfection.

by hybrid30 at Citysearch

From the time you pull into to the beautifully landscaped front driveway, to the time you walk out, everything in between is nothing short of phenominal. I had the truffled filet of beef, and the dish itself was simply beyond my ability to describe how incredible it was. The black truffle butter which stuffs the filet is unlike anything I have ever tasted and the vela jack cheese potatoes were an absolut symphony of flavor. On a scale of 1 to 10, 100.

• Pros: Finest quality, Supreme wine list, 5 star service
• Cons: Can't think of any.

08/03/05

New Tony's Needs Some Fine Tuning

by hughhiggins at Citysearch

Dinner at Tony's was somewhat disappointing. Rolls before dinner had burned bottoms and butter was slow in coming to the table. Red Snapper Milanese style was touted as having peppers but showed up with only a lone sliver. The fish also seemed to have been sauteed in an egg batter which gave it a faint taste of omelette. Grilled tuna arrived very rare despite request for medium rare. Ten minutes later the fish returned cooked to perfection. Truffled potatoes were swimming in oil. Service attentive and friendly. Overall, poor value.

• Pros: Interesting decor, Nice wine list
• Cons: Average food, poor value

06/03/05

Exceptional!

by amoyers at Citysearch

The ambiance, food and service are impeccable! I recommend that anyone staying in Houston must dine here. Also, while I was there, I saw Elton John.....I of course didnt go up to him but the fact that I was eating a few tables away was an extra treat!

• Pros: ambiance, food, service

12/17/04

Amazing

by NYC_Brunchers at Citysearch

I had the pleasure of dining at Tony's for my birthday dinner last night and it was heavenly. From the gracious hosts at the door to the last sip of port before leaving, the meal was nearly perfect. (I say nearly only because the junior waiter had a bit of trouble with the wine selection--but the rest was fabulous).

We just moved to Houston from Manhattan a few months ago, and this is by far my favorite find so far. I recommend it to anyone for a truly special meal, and when you go, try the Filet Nino. Fantastic!

• Pros: Wonderful food, great service, decadent decor

10/31/04

Good but it has problems

by melissamatsu at Citysearch

We don't frequent Tony's every week, but we go occasionally. Our most recent visit was mixed. There was water dripping from A/C vents in the ceiling and had to be cleaned while we were eating. Our table was so close to the next table that my husband couldnt get up without asking multiple people to move. Our food was excellent and the souffle was awesome.

The valet parked my car so close to the potted plants that I had to climb over them to get in my car.

I just don't know if this type of service and problems is worth the price of the food.

• Pros: food, service, decor
• Cons: , valet service

10/04/04

Very expensive but not top quality

by xenohumph at Citysearch

The most fancy restaurant of Houston? I was very dissapointed.

First, the food was not extraordinary. The crabcake appetizers were excellent but the duck dish was too dry, and the steak was not the best I have ever had. For the price, I expected better.

Second, in such a restaurant I expect perfect service. All waiters were great, really, except... the one responsible for our table, unfortunately. He was snobbish, would ask a question and instead of listening to our answer would prefer to answer other waiters. There was a clear discrepancy of treatment between the "usual" customers, and new ones like us. Result: we won't go back. I am sorry, but when I pay this price, I want to be treated like a queen.

If you have money to waste, it is worth going for the decor, the wine cellar, and people watching (the posh gentry of Houston).

• Cons: , food is average

07/28/04

A Fine Dining Experience

by bobturnbow at Citysearch

For those who enjoy all that a 'nice' restaurant has to offer, Tony's is on my list of restaurants to visit. Food, Service and Atmosphere. It's all there. Nothing better than good food and good wine.