"Named after the French word for sky & inspired by the lively restaurants in the French Riviera, CIEL brings Houston a festive & tantalizing approach to dining. The elevated menu features an elegant blend of modern Japanese & French cuisines, complemented by imaginative craft cocktails, elevated champagne & wine selections. The sophisticated restaurant boasts fresh modern interiors with private and semi-private spaces for bespoke events. The highly sought-after San Felipe location perfectly places CIEL in close proximity to the renowned Galleria area & River Oaks District, offering guests an unforgettable destination to dine, drink, & socialize Wed. - Sun., or paired with live entertainment and DJ sets Thurs.-Sat. evenings."
"If someone created an ’80s nightclub with the theme “Poseidon’s Paradise,” it would look like Ciel. Mirrors on the ceiling, rays of blue and pink light filling up the room, and a giant statue of Poseidon in the center of the space tie the theme together. This French River Oaks restaurant is where you get your ravioli with a 75-minute deep house DJ set, or if you’re lucky, a “Ciel Angel” will do a fan kick over your head." - gianni greene, chelsea thomas
"The ideal restaurant for a Leo is one that will be the center of attention (after them, of course). And we can’t think of a more main character spot than Ciel. This French River Oaks clubstaurant is where you get your ravioli with a 75-minute DJ set, or if you’re lucky, a “Ciel Angel” will do a fan kick over your head on the weekends. It also has mirrors attached to the ceiling so the lions can stare at their reflection while waiting for their tuna tartare. There’s nothing too bold for Ciel, so Leos should come here when they’re feeling their fiercest or needing compliments on their sparkliest outfit." - gianni greene, chelsea thomas
"This vibe dining destination merges Japanese cuisine and French sensibilities with the glitz and glam of Vegas and the style and architecture of Europe. Aside from being a great spot to pop a bottle, though, the menu boasts intriguing dishes like Chilean sea bass plated with miso pomme puree, wasabi, and chives, and the Ora King salmon, which is served with charred cabbage, dashi, and creme fraiche." - Brittany Britto Garley
"Experience dinner and a show in fine fashion at this ultra-trendy River Oaks restaurant, where no dining experience is ever the same. Guests are treated to impromptu performances by singers and dancers taking to tabletops throughout the course of the evening, while they indulge in a menu of French and Japanese cuisine." - Marcy de Luna, Brittany Britto Garley
"This vibe dining destination merges Japanese cuisine and French sensibilities with the glitz and glam of Vegas and the style and architecture of Europe. Aside from being a great spot to pop a bottle, though, the menu boasts intriguing dishes like Chilean sea bass plated with miso pomme puree, wasabi, and chives, and the Ora King salmon, which is served with charred cabbage, dashi, and creme fraiche." - Brittany Britto Garley, Sean Hekmat