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Just because it’s Monday doesn’t mean your dining experience should be any less eventful.
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16 Essential Dining Destinations Open on Mondays

Find juicy steaks, tender dumplings, spiraling bowls of noodles, and more on any given Monday

by Megha McSwain and Katie Holtman Updated
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Just because it’s Monday doesn’t mean your dining experience should be any less eventful.
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by Megha McSwain and Katie Holtman Updated

Houstonians are not lacking in options when dining out. From Tex-Mex to Indian, Thai, and Vietnamese, there are restaurants open to fulfill any craving every day of the week. Although Mondays are commonly industry nights off, many of Houston’s most sought after restaurants are open and ready to elevate the beginning of the week.

Whether seeking solace at a casual neighborhood eatery, an escape from cooking at home, a Champagne-fueled evening after an epic workday, or a memorable date night locale, here are 16 restaurants you can count on for a superb Monday dining experience.

Is your favorite dining destination that’s open on a Monday missing from this map? Shout it out in the comments.

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d'Alba

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Open daily, this family-friendly Garden Oaks gem is a reliable place to hang for lunch, dinner, and everything in between. The dog-friendly patio, complete with group seating around a fire pit and a playground, stretches the entire length of the building, and on nice weather days, is prime real estate for diners. The menu of handmade pastas and wood-fired pizzas is complimented by clean eats like blackened salmon and roasted cauliflower, making it a solid choice for a Monday meal out.

3715 Alba Rd, Houston, TX 77018
(346) 319-5790
(346) 319-5790

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La Lucha

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Chicken dinners should be synonymous with Monday nights. La Lucha provides the Heights with some of the best Southern comfort in the city. Briny oysters and a frozen margarita provide a much needed reprieve from the Texas heat, while the shrimp and pork dumplings bring you back up to temp. The cajeta soft serve ice cream with 12 topping options offer a special twist on a nostalgic classic.

1801 N Shepherd Dr #A, Houston, TX 77008
(713) 955-4765
(713) 955-4765

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Kin Dee Thai Cuisine

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It’s not a bad idea to have a good Thai restaurant on speed dial should you come down with a bad case of the Monday blues. Kin Dee’s 30-dish menu is reflective of Thailand’s various regions, and includes comfort eats like pad Thai wrapped in a Thai omelet casing, creamy tom kha soup, and spicy panang curry. With its dreamy Thai decor and robust cocktail list, dining in is a fun alternative to spending a Monday at home.

1533 N Shepherd Dr Suite 160, Houston, TX 77008
(281) 826-2655
(281) 826-2655

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Field & Tides

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As the name suggests, both land and sea cravings can be satisfied on Mondays at Field & Tides in the Heights. Chef Travis Lenig helms the kitchen, incorporating local seafood, meat, and produce in dishes like cracklin’ crusted redfish, crab and brie fondue, and Low country fried chicken. For a taste of pure decadence, save room for the chocolate Alabama stack cake with bourbon ganache.

705 E 11th St, Houston, TX 77008
(713) 861-6143
(713) 861-6143

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Handies Douzo

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The U-shaped bar at this cozy hand roll restaurant creates a cozy, intimate atmosphere that’s sure to brighten anyone’s post-workday spirits. If sake in a juice box is not the vibe, the restaurant is BYOB. With limited dining space, seats at Handies Douzo can be hard to come by, but a new location open in Montrose has helped ease the burden.

3510 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007
(832) 831-0912
(832) 831-0912

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Jonathan's The Rub

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Diverse, bold flavors fill the menu at the upscale-yet-cozy Memorial staple. Rounding out the day with a steak seasoned in the restaurant’s namesake rub or the blackened shrimp and grits is sure to bring anyone back to life after a day on the work grind. The bar menu boasts a long list of cocktails as well as a wine list that will be sure to take the edge off.

12505 Memorial Dr #140, Houston, TX 77024
(713) 808-9291
(713) 808-9291

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Xin Chào

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Xin Chào, or “hello” in Vietnamese, greets you with delightful smells and flavors that chef Christine Ha is known for. The all-day Monday happy hour featuring $5 to $6 bar bites, $5 canned and bottled beers, and $7 select cocktails is a surefire way to end your day on a high note. Start with Viet-Cajun oysters, and then spring for hearty mains like like the smoked beef rib flat rice noodles and braised pork with crispy rice.

2310 Decatur St, Houston, TX 77007
(832) 740-4888
(832) 740-4888

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Bludorn

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Let the dreamy lobster chicken pot pie at Bludorn be your Monday motivation. The indulgent dish, topped with seasonal charred corn, roasted poblano crawfish, and lime creme fraiche, is the ultimate way to “treat yo’ self” after a long day. Plus, the restaurant’s bar, buzzy dining room, and neatly appointed patio serve as a welcome solace from the stress of the office.

807 Taft St, Houston, TX 77019
(713) 999-0146
(713) 999-0146

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Oporto Fooding House & Wine

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The fusion menu of Portuguese and Indian eats at Oporto has kept Midtown residents well fed since 2006. The warm atmosphere and the smell of patatas bravas, crispy potatoes with spicy piri piri and garlic aioli, will welcome any weary worker after a long day at the office. Looking to switch out your usual sandwich lunch for something different? Check out the 2-course Portuguese power lunch, available on weekdays from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for $25.

125 W Gray St #500, Houston, TX 77019
(713) 528-0115
(713) 528-0115

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Rosalie Italian Soul

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Located within the trendy C. Balwin Hotel in downtown, Rosalie’s old-school Italian fare pairs beautifully with the playfully designed space. The restaurant’s freshly made pasta, meatballs, and wood-fired pizzas are available for lunch and dinner service daily. Looking for something sweet? Don’t miss out on soft serve options like pecan, Negroni, and chocolate with olive oil and Maldon salt.

Baldwin Hotel, 400 Dallas St C, Houston, TX 77002
(713) 351-5790
(713) 351-5790

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Theodore Rex

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Justin Yu is one of Houston’s culinary heavy hitters, and his Warehouse District restaurant, Theodore Rex, is consistently one of the most sought after reservations in town. Luckily, it’s open on Mondays when tables are a bit easier to come by. Shareable plates include tomato toast, boiled beef dumplings, and roasted chicken in French curry. Whether you share or indulge all on your own, save room for warm blueberry butter cake, which pairs well with Cheerwine, a cherry soda favorite from the Southeast states.

1302 Nance St unit a, Houston, TX 77002
(832) 830-8592
(832) 830-8592

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The Original Ninfa's on Navigation

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Today, this iconic Tex-Mex restaurant has two locations — the original on Navigation and its counterpart at BLVD Place in Uptown — and both are open on Mondays. Score Mama Ninfa’s famed tacos al carbon, handmade pork, chicken or beef tamales, and sizzling fajita platters with all the fix-ins for lunch or dinner. Add a Ninfarita, the restaurant’s signature Tex-Mex margarita made with 100% agave tequila blanco.

2704 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX 77003
(713) 228-1175
(713) 228-1175

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Brasserie 19

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If steak frites on the patio isn’t on your Monday to-do list, maybe it should be. Known as “B19” to frequent flyers, this River Oaks hotspot serves up French classics with a side of excellent people watching. Have a little work waiting after dinner? Try a St. George martini, the restaurant’s take on an espresso martini, to get you through those last few emails.

1962 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019
(713) 524-1919
(713) 524-1919

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Uchiko

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The newest Hai Hospitality restaurant to come to Houston, Uchiko brings sophisticated Japanese fare to Post Oak Boulevard. Smoke and char are the key signifiers of the restaurant’s dishes, from nigiri to hot offerings. Like its sister restaurant Uchi, it touts a killer happy hour with discounted hand rolls and maki every day from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Seeking adventure on a Monday? Give the 10-course tasting menu a shot.

1801 Post Oak Blvd Suite 110, Houston, TX 77056
(713) 522-4808
(713) 522-4808

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Musaafer

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For those looking to ball out on a Monday, Musaafer is the place. The grandiose dining room serves as an appropriate backdrop to explore the menu which reflects the many distinct regions of India. The pani puri, malvani fish and lobster curry, and the beef vindaloo will take you on a flavorful journey, making for quite a memorable Monday. Fusion cocktails like the teekha peru — an Indian spin on a pisco sour with chaat masala and guava puree — give a surprising twist to classic libations.

5115 Westheimer Rd Suite C-3500, Houston, TX 77056
(713) 242-8087
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Street to Kitchen

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This modest, East End gem is one of the city’s lauded restaurants, and it’s open for dine-in and delivery on Mondays. Helmed by rising star Benchawan Jabthong Painter, a native of Thailand, the menu boasts traditional Thai comfort eats like drunken noodles, whole fried fish and made-from-scratch curries, but weekend specials like green curry steak and durian custard and sticky rice keep things interesting.

6501 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011
(281) 501-3435
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d'Alba

3715 Alba Rd, Houston, TX 77018

Open daily, this family-friendly Garden Oaks gem is a reliable place to hang for lunch, dinner, and everything in between. The dog-friendly patio, complete with group seating around a fire pit and a playground, stretches the entire length of the building, and on nice weather days, is prime real estate for diners. The menu of handmade pastas and wood-fired pizzas is complimented by clean eats like blackened salmon and roasted cauliflower, making it a solid choice for a Monday meal out.

3715 Alba Rd, Houston, TX 77018
(346) 319-5790
(346) 319-5790

La Lucha

1801 N Shepherd Dr #A, Houston, TX 77008

Chicken dinners should be synonymous with Monday nights. La Lucha provides the Heights with some of the best Southern comfort in the city. Briny oysters and a frozen margarita provide a much needed reprieve from the Texas heat, while the shrimp and pork dumplings bring you back up to temp. The cajeta soft serve ice cream with 12 topping options offer a special twist on a nostalgic classic.

1801 N Shepherd Dr #A, Houston, TX 77008
(713) 955-4765
(713) 955-4765

Kin Dee Thai Cuisine

1533 N Shepherd Dr Suite 160, Houston, TX 77008

It’s not a bad idea to have a good Thai restaurant on speed dial should you come down with a bad case of the Monday blues. Kin Dee’s 30-dish menu is reflective of Thailand’s various regions, and includes comfort eats like pad Thai wrapped in a Thai omelet casing, creamy tom kha soup, and spicy panang curry. With its dreamy Thai decor and robust cocktail list, dining in is a fun alternative to spending a Monday at home.

1533 N Shepherd Dr Suite 160, Houston, TX 77008
(281) 826-2655
(281) 826-2655

Field & Tides

705 E 11th St, Houston, TX 77008

As the name suggests, both land and sea cravings can be satisfied on Mondays at Field & Tides in the Heights. Chef Travis Lenig helms the kitchen, incorporating local seafood, meat, and produce in dishes like cracklin’ crusted redfish, crab and brie fondue, and Low country fried chicken. For a taste of pure decadence, save room for the chocolate Alabama stack cake with bourbon ganache.

705 E 11th St, Houston, TX 77008
(713) 861-6143
(713) 861-6143

Handies Douzo

3510 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007

The U-shaped bar at this cozy hand roll restaurant creates a cozy, intimate atmosphere that’s sure to brighten anyone’s post-workday spirits. If sake in a juice box is not the vibe, the restaurant is BYOB. With limited dining space, seats at Handies Douzo can be hard to come by, but a new location open in Montrose has helped ease the burden.

3510 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007
(832) 831-0912
(832) 831-0912

Jonathan's The Rub

12505 Memorial Dr #140, Houston, TX 77024

Diverse, bold flavors fill the menu at the upscale-yet-cozy Memorial staple. Rounding out the day with a steak seasoned in the restaurant’s namesake rub or the blackened shrimp and grits is sure to bring anyone back to life after a day on the work grind. The bar menu boasts a long list of cocktails as well as a wine list that will be sure to take the edge off.

12505 Memorial Dr #140, Houston, TX 77024
(713) 808-9291
(713) 808-9291

Xin Chào

2310 Decatur St, Houston, TX 77007

Xin Chào, or “hello” in Vietnamese, greets you with delightful smells and flavors that chef Christine Ha is known for. The all-day Monday happy hour featuring $5 to $6 bar bites, $5 canned and bottled beers, and $7 select cocktails is a surefire way to end your day on a high note. Start with Viet-Cajun oysters, and then spring for hearty mains like like the smoked beef rib flat rice noodles and braised pork with crispy rice.

2310 Decatur St, Houston, TX 77007
(832) 740-4888
(832) 740-4888

Bludorn

807 Taft St, Houston, TX 77019

Let the dreamy lobster chicken pot pie at Bludorn be your Monday motivation. The indulgent dish, topped with seasonal charred corn, roasted poblano crawfish, and lime creme fraiche, is the ultimate way to “treat yo’ self” after a long day. Plus, the restaurant’s bar, buzzy dining room, and neatly appointed patio serve as a welcome solace from the stress of the office.

807 Taft St, Houston, TX 77019
(713) 999-0146
(713) 999-0146

Oporto Fooding House & Wine

125 W Gray St #500, Houston, TX 77019

The fusion menu of Portuguese and Indian eats at Oporto has kept Midtown residents well fed since 2006. The warm atmosphere and the smell of patatas bravas, crispy potatoes with spicy piri piri and garlic aioli, will welcome any weary worker after a long day at the office. Looking to switch out your usual sandwich lunch for something different? Check out the 2-course Portuguese power lunch, available on weekdays from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for $25.

125 W Gray St #500, Houston, TX 77019
(713) 528-0115
(713) 528-0115

Rosalie Italian Soul

Baldwin Hotel, 400 Dallas St C, Houston, TX 77002

Located within the trendy C. Balwin Hotel in downtown, Rosalie’s old-school Italian fare pairs beautifully with the playfully designed space. The restaurant’s freshly made pasta, meatballs, and wood-fired pizzas are available for lunch and dinner service daily. Looking for something sweet? Don’t miss out on soft serve options like pecan, Negroni, and chocolate with olive oil and Maldon salt.

Baldwin Hotel, 400 Dallas St C, Houston, TX 77002
(713) 351-5790
(713) 351-5790

Theodore Rex

1302 Nance St unit a, Houston, TX 77002

Justin Yu is one of Houston’s culinary heavy hitters, and his Warehouse District restaurant, Theodore Rex, is consistently one of the most sought after reservations in town. Luckily, it’s open on Mondays when tables are a bit easier to come by. Shareable plates include tomato toast, boiled beef dumplings, and roasted chicken in French curry. Whether you share or indulge all on your own, save room for warm blueberry butter cake, which pairs well with Cheerwine, a cherry soda favorite from the Southeast states.

1302 Nance St unit a, Houston, TX 77002
(832) 830-8592
(832) 830-8592

The Original Ninfa's on Navigation

2704 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX 77003

Today, this iconic Tex-Mex restaurant has two locations — the original on Navigation and its counterpart at BLVD Place in Uptown — and both are open on Mondays. Score Mama Ninfa’s famed tacos al carbon, handmade pork, chicken or beef tamales, and sizzling fajita platters with all the fix-ins for lunch or dinner. Add a Ninfarita, the restaurant’s signature Tex-Mex margarita made with 100% agave tequila blanco.

2704 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX 77003
(713) 228-1175
(713) 228-1175

Brasserie 19

1962 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019

If steak frites on the patio isn’t on your Monday to-do list, maybe it should be. Known as “B19” to frequent flyers, this River Oaks hotspot serves up French classics with a side of excellent people watching. Have a little work waiting after dinner? Try a St. George martini, the restaurant’s take on an espresso martini, to get you through those last few emails.

1962 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019
(713) 524-1919
(713) 524-1919

Uchiko

1801 Post Oak Blvd Suite 110, Houston, TX 77056

The newest Hai Hospitality restaurant to come to Houston, Uchiko brings sophisticated Japanese fare to Post Oak Boulevard. Smoke and char are the key signifiers of the restaurant’s dishes, from nigiri to hot offerings. Like its sister restaurant Uchi, it touts a killer happy hour with discounted hand rolls and maki every day from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Seeking adventure on a Monday? Give the 10-course tasting menu a shot.

1801 Post Oak Blvd Suite 110, Houston, TX 77056
(713) 522-4808
(713) 522-4808

Musaafer

5115 Westheimer Rd Suite C-3500, Houston, TX 77056

For those looking to ball out on a Monday, Musaafer is the place. The grandiose dining room serves as an appropriate backdrop to explore the menu which reflects the many distinct regions of India. The pani puri, malvani fish and lobster curry, and the beef vindaloo will take you on a flavorful journey, making for quite a memorable Monday. Fusion cocktails like the teekha peru — an Indian spin on a pisco sour with chaat masala and guava puree — give a surprising twist to classic libations.

5115 Westheimer Rd Suite C-3500, Houston, TX 77056
(713) 242-8087
(713) 242-8087

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Street to Kitchen

6501 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011

This modest, East End gem is one of the city’s lauded restaurants, and it’s open for dine-in and delivery on Mondays. Helmed by rising star Benchawan Jabthong Painter, a native of Thailand, the menu boasts traditional Thai comfort eats like drunken noodles, whole fried fish and made-from-scratch curries, but weekend specials like green curry steak and durian custard and sticky rice keep things interesting.

6501 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011
(281) 501-3435
(281) 501-3435

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