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Houston - Yonge
As a proudly Canadian owned business, Houston Avenue Bar & Grill has a new attitude towards our food, decor, and our guests...We Take Your Fun Seriously!
Keeping up with the demands of the neighbourhood’s young professionals, our Yonge and Wellington location is leading the charge with a stylish and effortlessly classy decor, outstanding service from a dedicated brigade of friendly staff, and of course - exceptional food.
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Keeping up with the demands of the neighbourhood’s young professionals, our Yonge and Wellington location is leading the charge with a stylish and effortlessly classy decor, outstanding service from a dedicated brigade of friendly staff, and of course - exceptional food.
80 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 80 reviews
5 stars
(11)
4 stars
(42)
3 stars
(17)
2 stars
(9)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(31)
- hot spot(26)
- vibrant bar scene(25)
- special occasion(19)
- fit for foodies(16)
- great for lunch(14)
Houston - Yonge Reviews List
Review 1 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Night on the town...
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our party of 4 enjoys our food and drink. We found the menu chock full of choices to whet many a palette. The restaurant has a great vibe and our wait staff was very engaging, humorous and knowledgable. Her recommendations were spot on. I had the Icelandic Cod and it was amazing and was a nice complement to the aps we ordered, Goat Cheese, Tune Tataki and the Calamari. One of our party ordered a Napa Valley Zinfidel which complemented our meal perfectly.
Overall a fantastic dining experience on our way to see the Shoals at Koolhaus."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 2 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good value for the money...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Modern decor, attractive servers and excellent food. What else can you ask for. The only aspect that I really didn't like was the table arrangements. Everything is in rows and columns, like a classroom, so not very conducive to having a private conversation. But if you're there with some friends for some good food and drinks, this is definitely a place to try."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 3 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Cold food. Mid-to-low quality lobster. Slow service. Poor wine list.
Steak was nicely done."
Steak was nicely done."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 4 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not worth it.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I went there on a Saturday night for the first time. The food was good but not worth the price. It was empty. There were 2 tables in the restaurant but a big birthday party in the side room who were all obnoxious and noisy. It was my anniversary dinner and ruined by them and the ambiance. We rushed to leave within an hour and will not come back. Spend your money elsewhere."
Dined on 27/04/2013
2010
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Review 5 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was very nicely prepared
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very nicely prepared and the service was very friendly and quick (lunch hour, so appreciated)"
Dined on 22/04/2013
2013
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Review 6 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
ordered the Striploin; came
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"ordered the Striploin; came somewhat overcooked, and I'm not a big fan of over-spiced meat. A little too liberal with the rub. Great fries however. Great service."
Dined on 20/04/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 7 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was amazing (mac
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was amazing (mac n' cheese with Black Truffle & Bison Burger). The decor was very chic, accommodating both eating crowd and lounge/drinks afterwork crowd.
Unfortunately, the music was extremely loud when we were there (6:15 - 7:30) which made speaking to the person next you almost impossible without yelling (note: I am a young person and I love great loud music but this was TOO loud for a restaurant/lounge which didn't have a live band!)
Would highly recommend this place and will likely go back again to try other items on the menu."
Dined on 16/04/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 8 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wine selection did not match
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wine selection did not match food selections."
Dined on 16/04/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 9 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
SLOW Service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"don't go for lunch. It took 1.5 hours for items off of their lunch menu"
Dined on 15/04/2013
2008
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Review 10 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Despite our reservation, they
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Despite our reservation, they had no table for us. After waiting a long time for a table, we got stuck at a table for two even though our reservation was for three. Fortunately one of our group wasn't able to make it."
Dined on 05/04/2013
2008
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Review 11 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Our server was good but had
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our server was good but had too many tables initially so we were not serviced very well to start but it did get better.
Food was fabulous! And the new décor an amazing (long over due) update.
Def would recommend Houston's."
Dined on 26/03/2013
2009
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Review 12 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Refreshing Look
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Houston's has been one of my favorite spots dwntown for steak since it opened. I hadn't been there in awhile, and the new layout was a welcome site. Good job on the new? look, and the food was as good as it has always been."
Dined on 21/03/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 13 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and service was really good! It was supercross weekend and we expected it to be loud, as that is why we were in Toronto, so that wasn't much of a bother to us. However, those sitting around us were obviously bothered by it because I don't think that they were really aware of the Red Bull after party occurring that night. Really enjoyed our visit and will definitely be back."
Dined on 22/03/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 14 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, loud and happening spot
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went here on a whim and found, for a Wednesday, it was extremely loud. We discussed this with our wiatress who said it was actually quiet for a Wednesday and that weekends were even louder. However the food and ambiance matched or slightly outweighed the loudness. Appetizers, notably the ceasar salad were amazing followed by a fantastic steak. Service was sporatic but friendly, i.e. no check back on how our meal was or if we wanted anything else (luckily we were fine). Overall a great meal, maybe not for a quiet romantic evening, but certainly for upscale meal at a resonable price and a crowd to hang with."
Dined on 13/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 15 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
March 9, 2013
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ordered Peper Steak and it was too salty. I ordered it to be medium well and it was medium rare to medium. It should have been cooked a little longer. I have eaten there before and the steak was perfect previously."
Dined on 09/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view
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Review 16 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
very good food, excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"very good food, excellent service but VERY loud"
Dined on 07/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Hold the Salt?
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place has come a long way, but is still lacking on the food front. I'm pretty sure they have a kitchen policy to coat everything in salt before it goes out. There was way way way too much salt on my steak and my fries. The steak was actually cooked exactly how I wanted it, but it was unbelievably salty... and the fries were just ridiculously salty. Hard to know if either item actually tasted good... b/c all of the salt was basically burning my mouth. Maybe they do it to make you drink more? Bar area is happening, but don't count on getting a seat there, especially if you book a table (even with a special request) using OpenTable. Probably best to go to Houstons for a beer and then go somewhere else for dinner."
Dined on 27/02/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, scenic view
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Review 18 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
decent food. modern surroundings
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"decent food. modern surroundings and friendly but not highly experienced staff."
Dined on 25/02/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 19 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Okay but not great... Canyon
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Okay but not great... Canyon Creek and/or the Keg are vastly superior and about the same price. I would not eat here again."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2013
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Review 20 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Houston's is a very busy and
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Houston's is a very busy and noisy spot. The menu has enough variety to keep everyone happy. The pricing is reasonable compared to some other restaurants in the area. Service was good considering the restaurant was full and many diners had to leave to go to local events, in this case a hockey game at 7:00 p.m."
Dined on 21/02/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 21 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not a good place for lunch.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Not a good place for lunch. Food was very poor."
Dined on 19/02/2013
2008
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Review 22 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Houston's was awesome - love
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Houston's was awesome - love the new decor."
Dined on 15/02/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 23 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Place was nice, service excelent.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Place was nice, service excelent. Food was not as ordered. We did not complain, waitress did ackoledge it and took care of it. Overall service very good, food mixed."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
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Review 24 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Great looking upgrades to
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great looking upgrades to the restaurant but the food still doesn't cut it. Stick to the salads and avoid the lamb (sinewy, cooked rare despite odering medium and covered in a white sauce; potato cubes were straight out of bag and over-seasoned)."
Dined on 01/02/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 25 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Our party of 5 sat near the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our party of 5 sat near the front door- and we were quite cold. They only have a single door to the establishment and the frigid air swooshed in (Jan. 23) with every opening. Other than that, an OK place."
Dined on 23/01/2013
2008
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Review 26 for Houston - Yonge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious food, great service,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious food, great service, and very fun atmosphere."
Dined on 18/01/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Houston - Yonge
Based on the average of (54) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
3 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic