a'Bouzy
Modern French restaurant · River Oaks
2300 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77098
Highlights
French-inspired American bistro with an extensive champagne list
French-inspired American bistro with an extensive champagne list
"The first thing the staff at A’Bouzy in River Oaks sets on your table is a paper bag full of warm popcorn—a not-subtle-at-all salty snack that suggests you’ll need a drink immediately. And that you should quickly order champagne. Given the length of A’Bouzy’s wine list, order a few bottles and add on moules frites or beef bourguignon. And while A’Bouzy is more of wine bar masquerading as an excuse to throw duck fat on a brunch omelet, when you’re tossing back one of the dozen types of caviar on the patio and trying to toss popcorn into your friend's mouth (you’ve had a lot of wine), labels don’t matter. Because even though this place has the look of a fancy River Oaks spot, everyone here’s in on the joke and mostly just wants to have a great time." - chelsea thomas, gianni greene, julie takahashi
"Named for the French village in the Champagne region of a similar name, this breezy River Oaks brasserie offers French classics like ratatouille and trout meuniere alongside Gulf-influenced dishes: think ahi tuna watermelon sashimi and Cajun popcorn shrimp. Don’t miss the labor-intensive seafood bouillabaisse — a colorful stew packed with saffron, citrus, shrimp, mussels, and white fish — that pairs well with French bread. A’Bouzy also hosts one of the best weekend brunches in the city, with lemon maple waffles made with lemon marmalade, eggs Benedict, and a killer croque-madame." - Brittany Britto Garley
"This River Oaks hangout is synonymous with brunch, which is offered from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends. Start with morning pastries or a selection of raw oysters, before exploring entrees like the French omelet with salmon Gravlax and corned beef brisket hash. As is the case with lunch and dinner, the main attraction at a’Bouzy is its impressive wine and Champagne list. Order a round of mimosas, and make your choice from more than 250 bottles of bubbly." - Brittany Britto Garley
"The name says it all at this Modern French restaurant, which is known for its boozy selections, and it’s no different this holiday. Light, bubbly, and brimming with holiday cheer, the Santa’s Spritz at a’Bouzy near River Oaks is made with gin, cranberry juice, lime juice, and prosecco for a bubbly toast to the season." - Marcy de Luna
"Named for the French village in the Champagne region of a similar name, this breezy River Oaks brasserie offers French classics like ratatouille and trout meuniere alongside Gulf-inspired dishes such as the ahi tuna watermelon sashimi and Cajun popcorn shrimp. A must-order is the labor-intensive seafood bouillabaisse — a colorful stew packed with saffron, citrus, shrimp, mussels, and white fish — that pairs well with French bread. A’Bouzy also hosts one of the best weekend brunches in the city, with lemon maple waffles made with lemon marmalade, eggs benedict, and a killer croque-madame." - Brittany Britto Garley, Sean Hekmat
