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Brenner's Steakhouse on the Bayou

1 Birdsall St, Houston, TX 77007-8022 (Washington Ave./ Memorial Park)
713-868-4444
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Ranked #358 of 6,056 restaurants in Houston
Price range: ₹ 1,701 - ₹ 2,195
Cuisines: American, Steakhouse
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Dining options: Reservations
Dining style: Fine Dining
Neighbourhood: Washington Ave./ Memorial Park
Cross street: Memorial Drive
Description: Situated in a wooded retreat on Houston's Buffalo Bayou, Brenner's Steakhouse offers an incredible setting for an unforgettable dining experience. Bask in the wonder of nature with our lush foliage & cascading waterfall. Inside, the dramatic two-story dining room features breathtaking views from every table. The rustic yet elegant restaurant, which formerly housed the Rainbow Lodge, boasts a stylish new decor, cozy cocktail lounge, wine cellar & spacious patio. Delight in our tender steaks & succulent seafood, while you toast from our award-winning wine list. Our delectable menu offerings include original Brenner's favorites such as Crunchy German Potatoes & Apple Strudel, as well as prime cuts of beef & the freshest seafood.
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Manvel
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10 reviews 10 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Perfect for any special occasion. Food is really good and service is great but what sets them apart is the atmosphere! From the cozy restaurant setting to the manicured gardens this place is great!

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See 4 more reviews by krpen71 for Houston
Houston, Texas
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

I went there last night to celebrate my girlfriends getting her real estate license... just champagne and appetizers. We sat down and I put my unbranded carbonated water on the table that I carry to avoid dehydration... Soda Stream... the bottles cost about $7 and I carbonate filtered water at home. When the waiter came to take our order he... More

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See 2 more reviews by Doug K for Houston
Atlanta, Georgia
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61 reviews 61 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

This place deserves a much higher rating, considering it has taken the place of the Rainbow Lodge (which is in the top 60 of tripadvisor restaurants in Houston). We were there for a friend's wedding. The grounds were immaculate and they did a great job setting up for the small wedding. Because of the wedding, the menu was limited. This... More

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See 3 more reviews by Snoweman for Houston
Austin, Texas
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64 reviews 64 reviews
59 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

Perfect for a celebratory "private party" business dinner in the "Red Room". Outstanding food, a huge and well represented wine list, and exceptional service. Perfect venue for a very special occassion. Be prepared to pay handsomely, but the experience will be memorable.

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See 2 more reviews by Foodwinegoofnut for Houston
Houston, Texas
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81 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013 via mobile

We reserved for 6PM and arrived around 5, in time for the happy hour at Blue Bar. Good atmosphere! Drinks and nibbles very reasonable and tasty - the Satay is yum! Table ready - the transition was well handled - our waiter, Chase, worked hard to insure that we got a wine that we liked from the bar.... We had... More

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See 11 more reviews by West_Tx_54 for Houston
Houston, Texas
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12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013 via mobile

Brenners on the Bayou is the perfect romantic setting, everything else is fine but that is just it, everything is fine but nothing more. The staff are pleasant but not especially welcoming. The food is well cooked but the menu is not inspired. It seems as if the management are happy to rely on the setting alone to bring the... More

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See 11 more reviews by scotslaydee for Houston
Chappell Hill, TX
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13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2013 via mobile

My husband and I looked forward to celebrating Valentines Day by dining at this restaurant. We have dined here several times in the past and enjoyed everything about it. Unfortunately, this visit fell way below our expectations. When given the menu we saw that it was a limited, price fixed menu. That was the first disappointment. But we made our... More

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See 2 more reviews by katkit for Houston
Katy, Texas
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

I was recommended this establishment from a good friend of mine, so with much anticipation!. I made reservations. For the sake of sound not sounding over negative. Let's just say the atmosphere is great, but the food and service was horrible to say the least. Long wait even with reservations, hostess was rude, steak and chicken over cooked, and waiter... More

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Houston
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39 reviews 39 reviews
19 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2013

The atmosphere and setting of this restaurant are wonderful, but maybe I had my expectations too high. We had a reservation well in advance for a special occasion, but our table was in a back corner, with 1 of our 4 seats facing the wall and 1 facing the restrooms. Not what you hope for with such an expensive dinner... More

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See 4 more reviews by Janet W for Houston
Katy, Texas
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Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 January 2013

Our first visit to this Gem, as we typically stay in the moderate range. We treated ourselves and were delighted to say the least. We opted to not order from the special menu for the specail event and try a few things. The service was top notch from the very start with prompt, attentive attention to even the small details.... More

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