"If you’re in the mood for French food with a show, the people-watching at Brasserie 19 never disappoints. Most folks at this bistro in River Oaks are either showing off a recently acquired Cybertruck, divorce papers or some new Loubs from Tootsies. Share a plateaux de fruits de mer (or at least some oysters) or a delicate beef tartare with crispy lavash. And, if you are lucky enough to snag a patio table facing Brasserie 19’s front door, you’ll get to enjoy the entire scene from a front-row seat with the filet smothered in au poivre surrounded by a holiday wreath-sized pile of fries. Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - chelsea thomas, gianni greene, julie takahashi