Date night restaurant in Houston

A date night restaurant in Houston should be quiet enough to talk and slow enough to enjoy. Magnolia & Mesquite offers a calm table, a good red wine and a kitchen that takes its time. Book ahead for Friday and Saturday.

Good to know for date night

  • Book a table for two a few days ahead on weekends
  • Tell us if it is an anniversary or special night
  • Ask for a quieter table when you reserve
  • Wine suggestions are available from your server
  • Dinner usually lasts about 90 minutes to two hours
  • Share a starter and a dessert
  • Casual to smart casual clothes both fit in
  • Allergies are handled with a separate plate

What a date night looks like

  1. 1Reserve your tablePick a time and add a note if you want a quieter seat.
  2. 2Settle inYou are seated within 15 minutes of your reservation.
  3. 3Start with something to shareMany couples split a starter and a side.
  4. 4Main course off the grillSteaks and seafood come from the mesquite fire.
  5. 5Dessert and coffeeTake your time. We do not rush you off the table.

Date night options and typical Houston prices

Dinner for two, no drinks$90–$170 (usually)

Starter, two mains and a side.

Dinner for two with wine$140–$260 (usually)

Adds a bottle or two glasses each.

Shared dessert$9–$14 (usually)

A small sweet to end the night.

Table Club$10 a month

Reservations 30 days ahead and a free birthday dessert.

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

What changes the price

  • Wine and cocktails.
  • Starters, sides and desserts.
  • Steak or seafood choices.
  • The day and time.
  • Tax and tip.
  • Special requests.

See the full cost guide →

Good to know in Houston

Heights date nights often mean a stroll down 19th Street or a walk on the Heights hike and bike trail first. Houston evenings can be hot, so plan for a short walk. Friday and Saturday are busy, so a mid-week table is quieter.

Alcohol is served under TABC rules. Guests must be 21 to order, and we may ask for ID.

Questions about date night

Can I request a quiet table?

Yes. Add a note when you book and we do our best.

Should I book for a weeknight?

A reservation is not always needed, but it is safer, since the room can fill with groups.

Do you do anniversary desserts?

Tell us when you book. We can bring a candle with dessert.

Can we skip the wine?

Of course. Water, tea, coffee and non-alcohol drinks are on the menu.

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