Birthday dinner in Houston, TX

A birthday dinner in Houston should feel easy for the host. At Magnolia & Mesquite we set the table, bring the candles and cut the cake for free. Book a table for a small group or the private room for a bigger party.

Good to know for a birthday dinner

  • Tell us it is a birthday when you book
  • You can bring your own cake
  • We cut and plate it for free
  • Groups of six or more should book ahead
  • Ask about the private room for up to 30
  • Allergies are handled with a separate plate
  • Split checks are fine for small groups
  • Table Club members get a free birthday dessert

How a birthday dinner works

  1. 1Pick a table or roomA table works for small groups. The private room seats up to 30.
  2. 2Tell us your plansAdd a note about candles, a cake or a surprise.
  3. 3Arrive and settle inWe set the table and seat you within 15 minutes.
  4. 4Dinner and sharingOrder a mix of plates for the table.
  5. 5Cake and candlesWe cut and plate the cake at no charge.

Birthday dinner options and typical Houston prices

Dinner for a small group$45–$90 a guest (usually)

Depends on what you order and drinks.

Private room dinner$68 a guest, four courses (our price)

Plus a 20% service charge. Dinner has a $1,500 minimum.

Wine pairing, up to 20$500 (our private room add-on)

For groups in the private room.

Dessert platter$90 (our private room add-on)

A shared platter for the table.

Typical Houston ranges for planning. Your written price comes after we see the job.

What changes the price

  • Group size.
  • Food and drink choices.
  • Private room or main dining room.
  • Add-ons like centerpieces or a dessert platter.
  • Tax, tip and service charge.
  • Date and time.

See the full cost guide →

Good to know in Houston

Birthday dinners in Houston book up around holidays and long weekends. The Heights has street parking, so tell guests to leave early. Summer birthdays are best inside, where it is cooler.

Alcohol is served under TABC rules.

Questions about birthdays and celebrations

Can I bring my own cake?

Yes. We cut and plate it for free.

Can you make it a surprise?

Tell us the plan when you book and we help.

How many can you seat?

Tables seat small groups. The private room seats up to 30.

Do you do kids’ birthday dinners?

Yes, with family-style plates. Ask for a table that suits the age of your guests.

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