• Restaurants + Bars
  • Entertainment
  • Arts
  • Society
  • City Life
  • Fashion + Beauty
  • Real Estate
  • Home + Design
  • Innovation
  • Travel
  • Sports
  • THE TOP 100
  • City Guide
  • Events
  • Charity Guide
  • Subscribe
  • Cities
  • Austin
  • Dallas
  • Houston
  • San Antonio
  • Fort Worth
Cities
  • Austin
  • Dallas
  • Houston
  • San Antonio
  • Fort Worth
culturemap logo
  • Restaurants + Bars

    THE LATEST

    Eric Sandler: These are Houston’s 9 best restaurants for 2022
    Restaurant of the Year
    These are Houston’s 9 best restaurants for 2022
    By Eric Sandler
    CultureMap Staff: Meet the couple behind the top-50-in-Texas BBQ joint in Spring, plus the hottest food news
    What's Eric Eating Episode 241
    Meet the couple behind the top-50-in-Texas BBQ joint in Spring
    By CultureMap Staff
    Eric Sandler: Bobby Heugel and Justin Yu fancy up new Galveston boutique hotel with 'fine-ish dining' fare
    so fancy
    Bobby Heugel and Justin Yu fancy up posh new Galveston boutique hotel
    By Eric Sandler

    SPONSORED BY

  • Entertainment

    THE LATEST

    Steven Devadanam: Texas' largest crystal lagoon dives into Memorial Day weekend with floating cabanas and more
    aquabanas are back!
    Texas' largest crystal lagoon dives into Memorial Day weekend
    By Steven Devadanam
    Steven Devadanam: Hilarious new comedy festival promises a real laugh riot in Montrose
    a real blast
    Hilarious new comedy festival promises a real laugh riot in Montrose
    By Steven Devadanam
    Alex Bentley: Emergency takes college friends through one dark and funny night
    Movie Review
    Emergency takes college friends through one dark, funny night
    By Alex Bentley

    SPONSORED BY

  • Arts

    THE LATEST

    John Egan: Texas philanthropist Anne H. Bass’ art collection hauls in $363.1 million at Christie's auction
    Big sale in the Big Apple
    Texan benefactor’s art collection nabs $363.1M at Christie's auction
    By John Egan
    Steven Devadanam: Creative Houston art duo unveils dreamy new tech world in downtown's hottest destination
    this is a simulation
    Creative Houston art duo unveils dreamy tech world in downtown
    By Steven Devadanam
    : Talented Houston author thrills with 2 hot new romance and murder mystery titles set in Texas
    made in texas
    Houston author thrills readers with 2 hot new titles set in Texas
    By Natalie Harms

    SPONSORED BY

  • Society

    THE LATEST

    Steven Devadanam: Dallas Cowboys legend scores big with Houstonians in revealing mental health discussion
    how 'bout that haley
    Dallas Cowboys icon tackles mental health in revealing Houston talk
    By Steven Devadanam
    Steven Devadanam: Houston Ballet renames its home in honor of legendary local benefactor
    bravo, Margaret!
    Houston Ballet renames its home in honor of legendary local benefactor
    By Steven Devadanam
    Steven Devadanam: Lady A and Houston's A-listers headline $2.5M Cattle Baron's Ball
    all hat, all cattle
    Lady A and Houston's A-listers headline $2.5M Cattle Baron's Ball
    By Steven Devadanam

    SPONSORED BY

  • City Guide

    THE LATEST

    : Stages
    Entertainment
    Stages
    : PH Design Shop
    Shops
    PH Design Shop
    : Westin Oaks Houston
    Hotels
    Westin Oaks Houston

    SPONSORED BY

  • Events

    THE LATEST

    : Candytopia
    5.26.22 | 10:00 am
    Candytopia
    : Color Factory
    5.25.22 | 1:00 pm
    Color Factory
    : Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
    5.26.22 | 11:00 am
    Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience

    SPONSORED BY

  • SportsMap
  • Subscribe
  • City Life

    THE LATEST

    Eric Sandler: Houston suburb's rank as No. 2 richest in Texas leads week's top stories
    This Week's Hot Headlines
    Houston suburb's rank as No. 2 richest in Texas leads our top stories
    By Eric Sandler
    Holly Beretto: Houston Zoo showcases stunning deepwater giants in new immersive exhibit
    Deep dive
    Houston Zoo showcases stunning deepwater giants in new exhibit
    By Holly Beretto
    Steven Devadanam: Houston's beloved community radio station KPFT finds new home in historic neighborhood
    stay tuned
    Houston's beloved community radio station KPFT finally has a new home
    By Steven Devadanam

    SPONSORED BY

  • Fashion + Beauty

    THE LATEST

    Julia Davila: Where to shop in Houston right now: 20 must-hit spots for May
    WHERE TO SHOP
    Where to shop in Houston right now: 20 must-hit spots for May
    By Julia Davila
    Steven Devadanam: Shimmering SoCal jewelry brand opening first Houston store at Montrose's hottest hub
    gorgeous gorjana
    SoCal jewelry brand opening first Houston store at hot Montrose hub
    By Steven Devadanam
    Holly Beretto: Giant online diamond retailer opens spacious new flagship showroom in Houston
    Diamonds are forever
    Giant online diamond retailer opens new flagship showroom in Houston
    By Holly Beretto

    SPONSORED BY

  • Real Estate

    THE LATEST

    Steven Devadanam: Prestigious Houston neighborhood unveils plans for game-changing town square
    hip to be square
    Prestigious Houston 'hood unveils plans for game-changing town square
    By Steven Devadanam
    John Egan: This Lake Travis mansion is the most expensive home for sale in Texas
    Livin’ large
    This Lake Travis mansion is the most expensive home for sale in Texas
    By John Egan
    John Egan: Houston sees a significant spike in mortgage payments, says Zillow
    Housing pain
    Houston sees a significant spike in mortgage payments, says Zillow
    By John Egan

    SPONSORED BY

  • Home + Design

    THE LATEST

    Holly Beretto: Galveston showcases 9 beachside beauties in annual historic home tour
    living history
    Galveston showcases 9 beachside beauties in annual historic home tour
    By Holly Beretto
    Holly Beretto: 6 sleek and stunning modern Houston homes open doors for in-person tour
    Modern Marvels
    6 sleek + stunning modern Houston homes open doors for in-person tour
    By Holly Beretto
    Steven Devadanam: Houston school's interior design program scores No. 2 ranking in Texas
    a good look
    Houston school's interior design program scores No. 2 ranking in Texas
    By Steven Devadanam

    SPONSORED BY

  • Innovation

    THE LATEST

    Steven Devadanam: Tilman Fertitta reveals his goals for University of Houston's medical school after his landmark $50M injection
    just what the doctor ordered
    Fertitta reveals his goals for UH's med school after $50M injection
    By Steven Devadanam
    John Egan: 3 Houston companies land on Inc.'s list of the best places to work
    A force in the workforce
    3 Houston companies land on Inc.'s list of the best places to work
    By John Egan
    : Houston hospital receives historic $50M gift from anonymous donor
    big time gift
    Houston hospital receives historic $50M gift from anonymous donor
    By John Egan, InnovationMap

    SPONSORED BY

  • Travel

    THE LATEST

    Teresa Gubbins: Texas city one of only 13 in the world to host hot Harry Styles pop-up
    harry in big d
    Texas city one of only 13 in the world to host hot Harry Styles pop-up
    By Teresa Gubbins
    Stephanie Allmon Merry: Step inside the Upside Down at Texas mall's new Stranger Things experience
    El, yeah
    Step inside the Upside Down at Texas mall's Stranger Things experience
    By Stephanie Allmon Merry
    Teresa Gubbins: Texas-based Southwest Airlines takes off with big suite of service upgrades
    attention, passengers...
    Texas-based Southwest Airlines takes off with big service upgrades
    By Teresa Gubbins

    SPONSORED BY

  • Sports

    THE LATEST

    Steven Devadanam: 'World's largest running event' races into Houston for a good cause
    wings up
    'World's largest running event' races into Houston for a good cause
    By Steven Devadanam
    : Houston Astros' Dusty Baker becomes first Black MLB manager to score 2000 wins
    dusty's 2k
    Astros' Dusty Baker becomes first Black MLB manager to score 2000 wins
    By ABC13 Staff
    Steven Devadanam: Houston Texans host free Draft Day bash for fans at Miller Outdoor Theatre
    with the third pick in the 2022 nfl d...
    Houston Texans host free Draft Day fan bash at Miller Outdoor Theatre
    By Steven Devadanam

    SPONSORED BY

  • Charity Guide
  • Tastemaker Awards
Ouisie's Table
Promoted articles are produced by CultureMap sponsors and not by the editorial staff.
Home » Restaurants + Bars
No Beard for Hou
Houston shockingly shut out of prestigious Oscars of food awards
Tastemaker Awards Winners
Houston's best restaurant, chef, more revealed at Tastemaker Awards
LATEST NEWS
Bobby Heugel and Justin Yu fancy up posh new Galveston boutique hotel
Southern Hospitality

Charming River Oaks restaurant saves you a seat at the table for dinner and beyond

River Oaks restaurant saves you a seat at the table for dinner

By CultureMap Create
Apr 24, 2019, 1:25 pm
Enlarge
Slideshow
Lamb chops
The elegant lamb chops. Photo courtesy of Ouisie's Table
Chicken fried steak dinner
Anytime is chicken fried steak time. Photo courtesy of Ouisie's Table
Assorted desserts
An assorted plate of desserts. Photo courtesy of Ouisie's Table
Bacon-wrapped tenderloin
Bacon-wrapped tenderloin. Photo courtesy of Ouisie's Table
Seafood paella
The colorful seafood paella. Photo courtesy of Ouisie's Table
Lamb chops
Chicken fried steak dinner
Assorted desserts
Bacon-wrapped tenderloin
Seafood paella

In a food-centric city like Houston, choosing a new spot for dinner can be overwhelming. If you're looking for something iconic, delicious, and tried-and-true, there's always a seat for you at Ouisie’s Table.

Tucked away in River Oaks, this hidden gem offers an elegant setting that feels just like home. In fact, the award-winning food will probably remind you of some family favorites. The chicken fried steak has won Best Chicken Fried Steak multiple times, the short rib tacos were grand champion winners with the title of Lone Star Entree, and the Black Magic Chocolate Cake and shrimp and grits boast their own impressive accolades. 

Started by Elouise “Ouisie” Adams Jones in 1973, the restaurant is a Houston icon with deep family roots. The current location, opened in 1995, was designed by Ouisie herself, to make sure everyone felt right at home. Step inside, and you’ll get the distinct feeling you’re in a large Texas farmhouse — not unlike the one Ouisie grew up in. 

Inside, there are three dining rooms, a wine room called Cooper’s Bin, two large stone fireplaces, and a bar. But for spring, the most sought-after dining spot is Lucy’s Porch, overlooking Bear’s Gardens. The al fresco space is brimming with Southern charm: You'll feel like you're sitting on a screened-in porch — fully air conditioned, of course, because this is Houston after all.

Ouisie's has been part of the fabric of Houston for more than four decades. Wafi Dinari has owned the restaurant for the past seven years and operated the eatery for the last 17, and he certainly feels like family to the Ouisie's crew. He’s rightfully proud of the longstanding eatery that he's been a part of.

Looking for more than dinner? Ouisie’s Table also serves an impressive weekend brunch and can accommodate private dining events and even weddings. To experience the charm for yourself, stroll in for a meal, or make plans for one of the restaurant's upcoming wine dinners. For information, call 713-528-2264 or email ouisiestable@ouisiestable.com. You can also sign up for the newsletter here and get event invitations, holiday menu previews, and more.

Read These Next
Lagoonfest sailing Lago Mar
Texas' largest crystal lagoon dives into Memorial Day weekend
Golfer looking at phone
Houston-based app aims to score with golfers of all skill levels
Stella's Wine Bar Post Oak Hotel interior
9 best Houston restaurants and bars to savor the city's top wines
Lagoonfest sailing Lago Mar
Texas' largest crystal lagoon dives into Memorial Day weekend
Golfer looking at phone
Houston-based app aims to score with golfers of all skill levels
Stella's Wine Bar Post Oak Hotel interior
9 best Houston restaurants and bars to savor the city's top wines
Related City Guide Listings
  • Ouisie's Table
  • Latest News
  • Most Popular
  • Houston suburb's rank as No. 2 richest in Texas leads our top stories
  • Texas' largest crystal lagoon dives into Memorial Day weekend
  • Hilarious new comedy festival promises a real laugh riot in Montrose
  • Emergency takes college friends through one dark, funny night
  • These are Houston’s 9 best restaurants for 2022
See All Latest News >
  • Houston suburb's rank as No. 2 richest in Texas leads our top stories
  • These are Houston’s 9 best restaurants for 2022
  • Texas' largest crystal lagoon dives into Memorial Day weekend
  • Affluent Houston suburb cashes in as No. 2 richest county in Texas
  • Prestigious Houston 'hood unveils plans for game-changing town square
Vote Now
Houston Tastemaker Awards 2022
5/20
These are Houston’s 9 best restaurants for 2022
5/18
9 best Houston restaurants and bars to savor the city's top wines
5/12
Houston's 10 best bartenders craft the coolest cocktails + experiences
Whats Eric Eating
5/19
Meet the couple behind the top-50-in-Texas BBQ joint in Spring
5/12
Houston’s Ultimate BBQ Draft picks smokin’ selections from top spots
5/5
Veteran Houston restaurateur dishes on his chic new Italian concept,
Hoffman's Houston
5/16
Barrier-breaking wrestler Nyla Rose goes beast mode with Ken Hoffman
5/2
Hoffman on Houston's wrestling all star's power move on ESPN 97.5 FM
4/25
Hoffman's travel nightmares: Bush IAH, horrible passengers, no masks
Where to Eat Houston
4/20
Where to eat in Houston: 9 new restaurants for steak, ramen, and more
3/21
Where to eat in Houston: 10 new restaurants from Wild fare to steaks
1/18
Where to eat in Houston: 9 fresh restaurants to sample in the new year
Home | About Us | News Tips & Suggestions | Submit An Event | Submit A Charity | Advertise | Media Sponsorship | Jobs | Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy
© 2022 CultureMap LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Be A CultureMap Insider
Get Our Emails
Sign Up

We will not share or sell your email address

Newsletters for exploring your city

Thank you for signing up Please verify your e-mail by following the link we just sent you.
Look for an e-mail from CultureMap <info@culturemap.com>