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Artista Reviews List

Artista

A much-anticipated addition to the Houston restaurant scene, Artista offers creative cuisine, impeccable service and a perfect location to downtown Houston entertainment.
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263 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(263 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 263 reviews
5 stars
(119)
4 stars
(97)
3 stars
(31)
2 stars
(14)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(131)
  • scenic view(111)
  • fit for foodies(81)
  • romantic(76)
  • great for lunch(44)
  • good for groups(41)
Artista Reviews List
Review 1 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place to eat before a show!

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We eat here before every show we see at the Hobby Center. Convenient and delicious!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: scenic view, special occasion
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Review 2 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

GREAT Intermission

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"After a wonderful dinner, it was time for curtain. At intermission, we returned for fabulous dessert and waiting hot coffee. It was GREAT! LOVED our waitstaff!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, late-night find, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/14/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent staff, excellent food and excellent scene"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, late-night find, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Big Band

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had a great night out with another couple. Went to hear the Big Band and had a wonderful time!!! Would defintely go back !!!!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 5 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The Big Band and singers were great as well as the food, service and atmosphere!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view
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Review 6 for Artista
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Won't go back

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/06/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our service was extremely slow, the salad is served with the dressing on the bottom (and very little of it) and lettuce on top. The main course was very sparse. A disappointment all the way!!"
Dined on 5/06/2013
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Review 7 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Artista Rocks

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I am so glad the restaurant has included music, dancing, and dinner theater; it is now our one-stop place for a wonderful evening out. We wil regularly make it our "date night" feature."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for Artista
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

What a GEM!!

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Since this restaurant is housed in the arts complex ~ Hobby Center, I was expecting a mediocre experience. I WAS SO WRONG! The decor is chic, elegant and quite fun with yummy, but leather chairs, and a wonderful glassed wall that looks out over the street. The service is equally as impressive, with the waiter asking if we had a curtain time...and doing everything to ensure we met it...further, we were going to a rather unknown theater that our GPS would not locate, and when I mentioned this to Chris, the host, he took time to research the location and gave us wonderful directions!
The food was also a huge surprise. Wonderfully prepared, great presentation and a complexity of flavors that made you want to swoon!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 9 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Superb!!

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Artista has repeatedly delivered great service and impeccable food! The atmosphere and abiance far exceed other downtown spots!"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Artista
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

This was the third time I

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This was the third time I have gone to Artista. People had bragged on the plantain crusted chicken, so I decided to try it. I did not find it that good, in fact I found it disappointing. I will stick to the beef or fish in the future."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2010
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Review 11 for Artista
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

In general, we enjoyed our

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"In general, we enjoyed our dinner with one somewhat startling exception. We ordered iced tea, and the tea that was served was definitely not freshly brewed tea. It seemed to be from some fountain mix or possibly even "instant" tea, either way it was definitely very substandard for a restaurant such as Artista, especially in Texas."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 12 for Artista
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fantastic dining just before

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Fantastic dining just before the curtain goes up at Hobby Center! The waiters are very friendly and attentive. The food is always great! We love the empanadas."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 13 for Artista
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I would recommend Artista

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I would recommend Artista for the food, however the service was not very good two of the past three times I have visited. It is very convenient if you are attending a Broadway Across America production, but it is also overpriced."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2013
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Review 14 for Artista
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food is very good but it is

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food is very good but it is very pricey."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 15 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Business Lunch

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Artista is a great place to take important clients to lunch. It is a great atmosphere / view / menu and leaves the right impression."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 16 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a great evening. Wife

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a great evening. Wife said she had the best martini ever."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 17 for Artista
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Loved the restaurant, especially

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Loved the restaurant, especially its convenient location in the Hobby Center and great view. The pre-theater menu was rather restricted, but for the price the food was very good. Even though the restaurant was crowded, the waiter was friendly and helpful. i would definitely recommend Arista to anyone attending a show at the Hobby Center."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 18 for Artista
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Artisa has been a very good

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Artisa has been a very good restaurant for a long time, and they are lucky to have the captive audience attending events. However, it is time to update the menu. Some friends of mine who are season ticket holders have been seeing the same menu items for a LONG, LONG time and bemoan the repetitiveness. As a semi-regular attendee, I'm ready for some new stuff!
Thank you,
Rita
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Dined on 03/23/2013
 2002
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Review 19 for Artista
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Very scenic view. Food was

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very scenic view. Food was good, but pricey. Service was exceptional."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2010
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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Review 20 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful food and outstanding

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful food and outstanding service!!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dinner & a show...the place to go!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is my favorite spot to dine before a show at Hobby Center. Parking to eat early = easy exit after the show, as you're closer to the exit in early parking :) My friend had never been before & loved it, too."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 22 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

For my first time eating there

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"For my first time eating there I was very impressed. It is a very upscale resturant with moderate prices. The staff is wonderful and very helpful. The food was very good. I had the snapper which was out of this world. I would definitely recommend."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 23 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A little crowded.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Tables are a little too close together. Otherwise a lovely evening."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 24 for Artista
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

A good place to eat if you

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A good place to eat if you are going to a play because it was convenient. Overall the food was below par."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2011
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Review 25 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We have eaten here a number

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have eaten here a number of times over the years and have never been disappointed."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and service. Not

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food and service. Not rushed and finished dinner just in time to walk right in to the show."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 27 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect before a matinee.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Perfect before a matinee. Food and service was good."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always a great meal before

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Always a great meal before the theatre. Love it!"
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 29 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place for dinner before

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great place for dinner before the theater since it is right at the Hobby. A little too pricey for more than an occasional dinner for me. Food and service was excellent."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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Review 30 for Artista
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was very good, and the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food was very good, and the waiter asked us immediately if we were there before a show so that we would could have a relaxing dining experience and still make to the opening with time to spare. Very considerate. Having the banana chips and sauces on the table for all was a nice touch, one you do not find in many restaurants anymore."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view
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Review 31 for Artista
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Not worth the money

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Very disappointed in the quality of the food considering I paid $207.20 for a dinner for 2 (no alcohol, just food and 20% tip). Lobster was mushy and steak was lukewarm. I guess just because they are right there inside the Hobby Center they think they can get away with food like that for the theater crowd. When we arrived at 5:15 there were few people in the restaurant but it was full when we left at 7pm. Our show was at 7:30pm. The appetizers were delicious as was the dessert..I think that is all this place is good for. Our server, though, was attentive and excellent."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2013
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Review 32 for Artista
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food and service were very

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food and service were very good, but menu was over priced."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2007
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Review 33 for Artista
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Wonderful venue ....

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Charles was THE best waiter - so personable and very happy. We enjoyed him as much as the meal. Menu is a bit tired, quite limited selections. Food is good, just not much of a choice. If you're going the theatre, this is a perfect stop before (or after while the crowd clears!) I always enjoy Artista.
There was a bit of confusion when we were seated - the host took us to a location that was already occupied ... and left us standing in the middle of the restaurant while he figured out what happened.....awkward."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2004
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 34 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great for before & after Theater!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great for before & after Theater!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 35 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful meal and service--as

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful meal and service--as usual!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Artista
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was very good but

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was very good but my girl friend and I split an appetizer and dinner but the bill with $100. That was too pricey for me to go there again."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 37 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

When I booked the reservation

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"When I booked the reservation was just hoping for adequate food and was surprised to find great food. Rudy was our server and he was very helpful and quick with our dessert to make the show
Will be back.
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Dined on 03/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 38 for Artista
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Amazing food, but pricey for

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Amazing food, but pricey for the selection even if it is downtown and a fine dining restaurant."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 39 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place for a good meal

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great place for a good meal before going to the theater. They serve you in a timely matter. So nice to just walk out the door into the theater lobby."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 40 for Artista
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent for a pre-theatre

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent for a pre-theatre meal."
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2013
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Review 41 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best customer service ever...

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We showed up on the night of our tickets, but our performance had been rescheduled for the next week. Supposedly season subscribers had been notified in October and sent replacement tickets. Not us, though.
The general manager, Jeff, took our tickets to the box office, got them replaced, along with complementary valet parking, made us reservations for the next week, and comped our desserts. The next week we discovered he'd given us the best table in the house. He remembered us and came by to visit our table and chat. Tickets are not at all the responsibility of the restaurant, but he came through for us big time.
The food both nights was, as always, exquisite. Don't miss the Buffalo Churrasco, only available on performance nights."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 42 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great band, great food!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The swing band, the Houstonians, were FANTASTIC!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 43 for Artista
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Well, my date's food was outstandin

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Well, my date's food was outstanding. The wait staff was outstanding. My food however...they could not get it right. Nonetheless, the evening was a success. I will not bore you with the negativity. My meal ended up being comped. Everyone was happy in the end.
Thanks!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Can't say enough about the

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Can't say enough about the evening. It was exceptional."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 45 for Artista
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great View & Food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our first visit to Artista - we were celebrating my husband's birthday. The service was great; our waiter gave several suggestions and did a great job explaining the menu and specials of the day. The skyline of downtown Houston was spectacular. My husband had the surf and turf special - steak and lobster and I had the red snapper. Both entrees were very good. We enjoyed the plantain chips that they served as soon as we were seated. The Parmesan truffle fries were also very good. It was very pricey but we enjoyed the overall experience."
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 46 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A Great Experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I am writing again after giving Artista a second chance following a not-so-good experience on Valentine's Day. The management, after learning of our experience via Open Table, invited us back in to try again. I must say, it was a completely different experience. The food was excellent and the service was impeccable. I had the small Churrasco steak with a lobster tail and snapper and asparagus - everything was spot on and delicious. My date had the larger Churrasco steak and the lobster tail and enjoyed it very much. The seared tuna appetizer was amazing. We also had a TresLeches cake that was divine. The waiter was attentive & even knew to replace my white linen napkin with a black one without my having to ask. We will be coming back"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Artista
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Service and food quality have

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Service and food quality have really gone downhill"
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2010
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Review 48 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always a great dining experience!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Always a great dining experience!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 49 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food as always and our

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"Great food as always and our server, Charlie, was excellent!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 50 for Artista
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great ambiance and wait staff.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great ambiance and wait staff. Dinner was as fabulous as was the overall experience."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2010
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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