Vinoteca Poscol

First time here and was incredibly impressed. Food - amazing, fresh, high quality. Service - fantastic, Gustavo was stellar! He took great care of us! Ambiance was exactly how I like, people talking, cozy and intimate, dim lighting. Great vibe! Not somewhere that is over the top trying to be extra. Quality restaurant and will be back! We ordered the margharita pizza and added spicy salami to half of it- it was so fresh, best thin and crispy pizza I’ve had in Houston. Then ordered 2 entrees off the specials menu, a veal entree and a burrata ravioli dish. Loved them both!! For dessert we got the doughnuts with a side of vanilla ice cream - amazing. Will be back asap!

The bruschetta with roasted peppers was great as the bread was crunchy and ricotta was creamy. The red wine risotto was not for me as it was too sharp and sour for my liking. But if you like the red wine taste then go for it. The pheasant papardalle pasta is great with the mushrooms and cheese. The place is so cozy and definitely recommend 👌

Vinoteca Piscol is probably the first restaurant that feels like home to me in Houston. It's a homely vibe that's really welcoming and enjoyable, whether you're on a date or with a group of friends, the atmosphere is impeccable. The staff is friendly and willing to walk you through any of the items on the menu and what makes them unique. They have rotating specials and the staff gives a great run down of what you get. They also did a great job at keeping water full, bringing new plates/utensils for the different items we ate, and they never lingered around bothering you if the food is good or not, they already know. Honestly the perfect staff experience. The food was great. We started with a farro salad, had a great touch of vinaigrette with very fresh tomatoes and the sweetest beets I've ever had. Salads never really interest me because they tend to be boring and repetitive, but this salad really stood out in both flavor and freshness. We were able to comfortably split it between two people as a small starter, so even the portions were rather generous. For our main course we decided to try one of their seasonal pizzas, I unfortunately cannot remember the name, but it had a special type of pork, tomatoes, and veggies (check the picture). The crust was perfectly thin and crispy, but was surprisingly buttery, which you wouldn't expect looking from it. The meat and veggies complimented the cheese perfectly with no overbearing flavors, and the roasted tomatoes practically melted in your mouth. We split this pizza between two people, it was honestly the perfect serving size. Finally we got the creme brulee tiramisu. Y'all just need to try this. Perfectly crisped top with a sweet and fluffy coffee flavored cake mixed with the filling was to die for. We honestly debated taking a second one home. Our whole order was like $48 before tip, which felt like an absolute steal compared other stuff I've had in the area. We will definitely be back to try more of their menu and would 100% recommend everyone to visit Vinoteca Poscol.

Baked tagliollini - That's like a pasta baked in cheese. Taste very much like the cheese wheel pasta. Taste heavy but good. Dolce Vita pizza - Not bad, had better but still enjoyed immensely. Dark chocolate tartufo - I was excited to try it but I think my expectation was too high. The chocolate ice cream melts pretty quickly. The dark chocolate shell too sweet. Didn't taste dark chocolate. I thought there were hazelnuts and turned out just pistachios. But it wasn't bad. Just too sweet overall for me.

We absolutely love Poscol. Atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. Great for couples , friends or families. Food is always 😊 this visit though wasn’t like that. Made a reservation and we were sat at a four top in front of the stairs. Every single wait staff or employee bumped and knocked into my chair as the squeezed by to get to waiter station. Our waitress wasn’t overly “friendly “ . We ordered several small Plates , then pizza and finally a few entrees . We ordered bread and olive oil. Waitress said she had to find a bowl for the olive oil. NEVER returned and we ate the bread. Of course I reminded her and she brought oil not even paying attention that we had no bread. Meatballs tasted wonderful but not warm in temp. Minimal sauce with three. Pizza and the wine risotto were the stars of the evening. Not going to rush back due to our experience.

This is a great hidden gem to enjoy Italian food with quick and friendly service. The waiter was very attentive and welcoming. The vibes are welcoming and remind you of eating in someone’s home. We celebrated my friends birthday and was an awesome experience. Parking is limited.

This restaurant was unique. Beautiful presentation of dinner, and very nice interior quality and display of design.

Really really good italian food! The prices are reasonable, their wine selection is great and the service is awesome. Great for a date night spot or a group dinner with some friends! I got the mushroom risotto, pizza and the butternut squash risotto. Would def recommend to anyone.

I treated myself to dinner here to celebrate an accomplishment, and I am glad I did. The general vibe is so cozy and intimate here, blending humble and refined elements - plain wood tables and ordinary glassware, with high quality items therein. I would recommend every item I tried. The charred carrots over lemon pistachio yogurt was far more flavorful than it sounds - a perfect balance of the earthy nuts and char with the tangy citrus yogurt. The Tagliatelle al Ragu Bolognese is a generous serving of their freshly made pasta and the sauce is so satisfying and tasty. The Mille Foglie is light and not too sweet, a delicate way to end the meal after the meaty entree. Don't forget the espresso with a lemon twist! The wine list is also good. They have a good selection of Italian wines. There is some room for improvement in terms of timely and organized service attention - I had to flag down the servers a few times, which feels awkward.

This is a great italian spot for an intimate date or *small* group dinner. The restaurant has a rustic vibe and is cozy. The staff is attentive, with frequent water refills and quick service. We usually get a cheeseboard with three cheeses, which is accompanied by warm, fresh bread, honey, and a marmalade. Do yourself a favor and say yes whey ask if you want olive oil on the side (they use a great quality oil!) The pastas are typically good and they have at least a couple vegetarian options on the menu. There is an attached lot for parking, but it is quite small.

I went here twice in one week if that tells you how much I enjoyed this place. I first went on a Friday with a party of 5 for a birthday celebration. We had a few dishes for the table: pheasant pasta - the star of the night. (5/5) Cacio e Pepe - could have used more pepper but very good (4/5) Chicken cacciatore - surprisingly good as it tasted like turkey dinner with the sage (4/5) Funghi pizza - if you like mushrooms get this pizza! Thin crunch crust (5/5) Dolce vita pizza - I like the concept of sweet and savory more than the actual execution of this pizza (3/5) We had four desserts with coffee; The coffee is out of this world good! The desserts were not worth it as they all. Crème brûlée- the custard consistency was too mushy and grainy Donuts - the biggest disappointment as they needed to change the oil Tiramisu - nothing to write home about The fourth I can't even remember so obviously we weren't impressed. Took my spouse back and tried another pizza (on the special) which we enjoyed, meatballs (large but too dense), charred carrots (surprisingly delicious with the lemon yogurt sauce and pistachios) and the calamari (nothing to write home about). The balance of their desserts which again disappointment. Solid Italian food for a great price if you order the right things!

Baked tagliollini - That's like a pasta baked in cheese. Taste very much like the cheese wheel pasta. Taste heavy but good. Dolce Vita pizza - Not bad, had better but still enjoyed immensely. Dark chocolate tartufo - I was excited to try it but I think my expectation was too high. The chocolate ice cream melts pretty quickly. The dark chocolate shell too sweet. Didn't taste dark chocolate. I thought there were hazelnuts and turned out just pistachios. But it wasn't bad. Just too sweet overall for me.

Super good Italian food and its affordable. I'm 100% going back to get the mushroom risotto and baked pasta again. Next time I'm gonna try the pear pizza and seafood risotto.

Waiter spilled and broke my wine glass on me. At no point did the manager come out apologize and they didn't even refill my glass to match what was wasted. When we got the check, we saw we were charged for the spilled wine. Once we realized that the staff was going to nothing - not even say sorry- we went to talk to the manager. It was only after us talking to the manager and her implying I was lying that she spoke the waiter and confirmed I was in fact correct. That was when she came out and acknowledged what happened. It should not take so much to confirm something everyone saw and to right a clear wrong. Food was slow coming out but was honestly delicious but with a manger like that, I won't be back anytime soon. Very much an embarrassment and a shame because this almost became my favorite Italian spot.

We've been here so many times. Nothing but good things to say! 1) food- amazing. Goes without saying. The cacio is my favorite. Truly spectacular. 2) service - fantastic. Speedy, informative, attentive, and friendly. 3) ambiance - a perfect date night spot. We recommend it extensively to friends going on dates! We will we back. We always come back!

We came here for a birthday dinner with a group of friends. In Montrose fashion, the place seems like you're stepping into someone's home - it's quaint and cozy. They had a nice wine list that was decently priced. We got a few starters: - Carrots - surprised these were cold, and honestly expected something better (3/5) - Brussels - these are not your typical Brussels - they're shaved and cold and we didn't love them (3/5) - farro salad with beets - this was pretty nice! (4/5) - Meatballs - pretty good - came with 3 large meatballs, so perfect to share (4/5) We also got a few bruschetta: - avocado - this was good! Basically like a mini avocado toast (4/5) - burrata - my favorite - it apparently has fish on it but couldn't really taste it (5/5) - whipped ricotta and peppers - this was okay, I love whipped ricotta but not sure if the peppers is the best combo with it (3/5) We all got separate main entrees - - the mushroom risotto was a favorite among the group (4/5) - cacio e pepe- was good, but left a bit more to be desired (4/5) - Harry's bar pasta - was good - tasted a bit like a carbonara (4/5) For dessert we had - dark chocolate tartufo- so yummy! If you like dark chocolate, gelato and m cherries- get it! (5/5) - tiramisu brûlée- yummy! Tiramisu with some crunch (5/5) - the team was nice enough to bring a panna cotta on the house for the birthday, which was also yummy Overall, nice ambience and service. Desserts were great, food was decent. Unsure if we'll be back given the great Italian options in the city.

I've been to Vinoteca Poscol three times now, and every time has been such a treat. It's quickly become one of my favorite spots in Houston...perfect for date night, catching up with a friend, or just treating yourself to a cozy, delicious meal. The atmosphere is warm and intimate, with a quiet buzz that makes it feel lively without being loud. It's the kind of place where you want to linger over a glass of wine and a good conversation. The service has always been incredibly friendly and genuine...never rushed, just really thoughtful and attentive in a way that makes you feel taken care of. One of my absolute favorite dishes here is the pheasant pasta. It's a pappardelle with this rich, deeply flavorful sauce that clings perfectly to every bite. The pasta has that ideal texture...tender but still with a little bite, and they definitely don't hold back on the meat. There's a small parking lot next to the restaurant, but more often than not, I end up parking on the street. Totally worth the extra steps. Just a solid, consistently great spot that I always leave happy from. Highly recommend.

Have been meaning to try Vinoteca for years now, and while I'm glad I did, it was just ok. The biggest downer was the service. Our waiter was very nice, as well as the crew that helped out, but there is a distinction between attentive vs intrusive. Was having a business meeting, albeit with a great friend, and the interruptions in the middle of our convo was endless. Middle of a business detail...interrupted just to clear a wine glass. Middle of the next discussion, interrupted to ask to clear a plate we were actually still working on. Next topic...you guessed it, interrupted again. Was the kitchen running out of stemware and plates? Again, they were very nice people, but just need to read the room and your guests' dining experience better. On to the food. The really good stuff was the bruschette of burrata, lemon, and botarga...excellent. As was one of the specials of the day, the cod ravioli...very nice. The altro of truffle egg toast was superb. Not only was the yolk kept creamily good, the aroma coming from the perfectly melted, crispy cheese was pungently beautiful. Last and not least, I'm always a sucker for good seared shishito peppers. The not so great dishes of the had to be the suppli and the pumpkin goat cheese crochette. The suppli tasted like taking the pizza you had in grade school, scraping off the toppings, ball them and fry them. Really...not an exaggeration. The crochette was just bland mush, not enough body to the crust to give any textural component to the bite.

We came to Vinoteca Poscol after an online recommendation of their pheasant pasta. We did order than in addition to the mussels, and for dessert a Mille feuille and an affogato. The service was adequate but the waiter kept rushing to take our plates out of the way which prevented me from truly enjoying the whole meal. The food itself was quite good, flavorful, and fresh. The pasta tasted delicious and the Mille feuille was great too. Unfortunately their coffee service is subpar to the rest of the experience. Their espresso is weak and for that reason the cappuccino that I ordered and the affogato tasted bland. The affogato was served inappropriate also. When it was served, the espresso had already been poured over the ice cream, which means the ice cream was already melted and the espresso was cold. Very disappointing coffee service which kind of ruined the overall experience. The waitstaff is friendly and try to accommodate to your needs but they have not been trained on PROPER table service. It self like the service you would expect at a fast food place. Apparently the owner hates to take advice so I'm dropping this here so others can read about their shortcomings since he's unwilling to hear them in person.

Trying to make it a special night for my partner's birthday, we made a reservation here about a month in advance. The ambiance of this place is wonderful - cute little mom and pop style restaurant, with warm, cozy vibes. However, as vegetarians, the food left much to be desired, despite a plentiful selection (and we are grateful for the numerous vegetarian options!). The best items of the night were pumpkin and goat cheese crochettes but it would have elevated the appetizer if there was a sauce paired with it. Both of our other appetizers, the brussel sprouts and shishito peppers felt a little void of complex flavor and tasted a lot like the oil it was tossed in. For our entree we ended up sharing the eggplant parmigiana which we were surprised that it was not breaded. While the charred style of the eggplant was interesting, we were grateful to have shared the entree as the taste was a little repetitive without much nuance. The service here was quick and really friendly!

Surprisingly, I had never heard of this restaurant. It is in the most adorable house to give the most welcoming feel. We had the baby artichokes for an appetizer and they were delicious and cooked perfectly with a hint of lemon. I had the bolognese and it was great. This is my favorite pasta so I am a harsh critic but I really enjoyed it. The only complaint would be the wine spritz cocktail. It is wine based but you could not taste the wine in it. It tasted like actual syrup. Overall we had a great experience and will be returning!

A cozy Italian spot I've shocked it took me so long to visit. The food was delicious and the dessert was debatably the best part of the meal. There was a small hiccup with our appetizer, but the service was impeccable and quickly resolved it!

Please keep that lamb shank on the menu! Wow. Everything else I've had there over the last year has been amazing as well. The risotto is always delicious as well. I could name all the food here and say the same things but you get the point. Mmmm

Such a hidden gem along the busy Westheimer Rd! I randomly stumbled on this place while looking for a good Italian spot for date night on Google. We made a reservation on Resy but came early and were seated immediately; it was surprisingly not that busy on a Saturday night. The ambiance was intimate and cozy - perfect for our date night. We started with the fried baby artichokes (which took me back to eating artichokes in Rome), and the "grilled cheese" prosciutto, fontina & black truffle - the grilled cheese, while not "authentic", was PHENOMENAL and one of the top bites of the night. For mains, we ordered the funghi pizza and baked tagliolini "harry's bar" bechamel & prosciutto. Both were solid, with flavorful mushrooms on Roman style pizza, and creamy bechamel in a hearty pasta dish. The tagliolini was a large portion that I would recommend to share with the table, as the creamy flavor profile did become tiresome. Service was good overall and we enjoyed a nice evening with Vinoteca Poscol. The restaurant does have its own gated small parking lot, but otherwise, there is street and paid garage parking around the area. We look forward to coming again to further explore their menu.

Such a nice restaurant with a cozy atmosphere. The staff is so nice and accommodating to us as a walk-in. Now we know in the future to reserve. The food was amazing and fresh. Desserts were on point ! -You can tell they have a really great chef who cares. We will definitely be back to try more options. Excited we found this place.

I love this place. Alex the bartender is so sweet and he has been with the company for ten years I believe, when Dolce Vida was around. I really love the specials so I tend to order from daily specials board and they're always different. There will be an appetizer a pasta and a meat special. I really love their pizza. It is super thin and they use really fresh ingredients. I typically get the margarita, but I've tried them all in like them. They have this calamari appetizer that's unbreaded and served with I believe fava beans, and it's in a Br spicy tomato-based soup. it is so good !! it's probably my favorite thing there. They actually have a lot of veggie appetizers they make cruciferous vegetables taste really good . I really like the beets I think it served with horseradish, and I really like the roasted carrots and pistachio. Another thing that's great on the menu is the truffle egg open faced sandwich . It's very rich, but very good. Their bruschetta is very good too. You can't go wrong here. Good wines too! The prices make this place a good value!

The pear prosciutto pizza is a winner. Truffle oil doused arugula was a fantastic addition. I am not a big fan of red sauce pasta in general so maybe that is why I didn't find the pasta special particularly amazing. I would still come back because I enjoy this restaurant. If you are planning to go, just be aware that parking is very limited!

Geeeez, this place is great! The dishes are essential and simple, beautifully executed. Everything is comfort -- the setting, decor, the vibe. Fantastic wine and cocktails, too. This place is a must for anyone who loves good food.

I don't know what's going on here. I've been to Italy and even though the menu is inspired by Italian fare, this is not what you're getting. I enjoyed the fried calamari, it wasn't perfect, but it was pretty good. The pasta, however, was mush ....not just mine, but even the person I was dining with. That's completely unacceptable. Italians are literally rolling over in their graves. And the desserts were excruciatingly sweet something that is not Italian at all.

It's an old house converted to a restaurant. Reminded me of Dolce Vita. Really good pasta. Cacio y Pepe was the best I've had. The mushroom risotto is the best thing you could ever hope to dream about eating. The baked tagliotini was good but I wouldn't order it again. It was drowning in cheese and I couldn't really taste any other flavors. Would be a great dish for children. There are so many small plates and I want to try them all. The fried eggplant was excellent. The buratta toast was just okay. I like that they offer half glasses of wine so you can try more.

Very good food. The donuts and the chicken cacciatore were very good. The shishio peppers were ok. The price point was great too. And the service was very good. I didn't like that they sat us by the kitchen, which was very busy and not great ambiance. And while the Italian food was great, it wasn't the best I've had.

Vinoteca Poscol blew it out of the water with their pasta and great service. We got Bread & Da Marco olive oil for starters. It was really solid, I just wished the oil had seasoning in it, but isn't a dealbreaker. Our main dishes were the Tagliatelle Al Ragu Bolognese & Reggiano and the Pappardelle, pheasant, mushrooms & reggiano. The pastas are house made to perfection, the sauces were flavorful but not overwhelming. I cannot emphasize enough how amazing this place is, I would highly recommend!!

Our experience at Vinoteca was great, but dessert unfortunately kept this from 5 stars. Their donuts were awesome texture, but all I could taste was the calamari from being fried in the seemingly same oil. Service was top notch, pasta delicious, but use different oil for dessert please! We will be back -

Very attentive wait and bus staff! Our waitress was very helpful in choosing what to order as well. Had La Dolce Vita pizza as an appetizer, highly recommend! Pasta was seemingly made fresh, and bolognese sauce was great as well. Not the heavy cream, barely-there-meat BS how some other places make it. Somewhat small place, would recommend making a reservation regardless but even more so for a bigger party. Great prices too! Looking forward to going back to try new things!

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Vinoteca Poscol deserves much more attention for their pizza. This very thin, crispy Roman style is so enjoyable and light, a departure from the status quo while still identifying as pizza, not flatbread. The dough has a great aroma after being fermented for 24 hours. And it comes with an undeniable heritage from beloved Dolce Vita (they've carried over many of their best DV pizza recipes, on this lighter crust). The dough smelled great, fermented for 24 hours. Very high quality traditional toppings -- San marzano tomatoes and fior di latte mozzarella. Appetizers and service were terrific. Our server was very knowledgeable about the pizza methods and restaurant history. Pro tip: Request the chili oil to add some spice to your pizza.

We made a reservation for dinner and loved the atmosphere. Service was great, and they were knowledgable about each dish. I ordered the La Dolce Vita pizza - it has truffle oil, arugula, pear, taleggio (mild, nutty flavored cheese). I enjoyed the thin, crispy crust, and the pairing of the toppings. However, I feel like it was lacking some flavor. I read in another review that you can ask for chili oil, and I would try it with this next time. For dessert, one of us ordered the tiramisu brûlée - IT WAS AMAZING. The burnt burnt sugar flavor on top paired super well with the creamy tiramisu.

The parking situation wasn't great. There is a parking lot in between vinoteca and Katz deli. An officer told everyone we aren't allowed to park there. But Katz has their own parking??? We parked on the street. Close to the neighborhood behind it. Booked a reservation Intimate setting, great food, good share able appetizers. Highlights: Truffle grilled cheese sandwich You can always dip in marinara from eggplant parmigiana Pasta was good, I always order lemon & chili on the side to add on. Reasonable priced wines!

Vinoteca Poscol, overall, I could tell had some really good ingredients and simple, well-executed dishes. But I didn't love the atmosphere. The restaurant was quite chilly and the tables were a little oddly spaced. I would have wanted it to feel a little more 'cozy' in the space. The wine selection was pretty decent and our server was very kind and always there when we needed him there. Three cheese board - I would recommend picking 3 very different kind of cheeses, because they provide pretty large portions, and it also comes with some jam and honey. Baked Cod "mantecato" - Which was really yummy, I would definitely recommend, but I sort of wish it came out with a different bread Farro, arugula, beets, tomatoes & reggiano Salad - which was pretty good, but I actually wish it came with less cheese because we already had a cheese board, and I didn't think it needed that much

Vinoteca Poscol used to be located on Westheimer closer to Dunlavy but they have moved to the present location by Assassin's tattoo for quite some time now and let me tell you, the food quality is still as great as ever! If you are lucky, you will find parking in their tiny lot. There is plentiful street parking around the neighborhood but as always be careful parking and read the signs for times, permits, and tow away zones. We were lucky to get reservations for their 7:30 dinner time. From the pesce we order the baby octopus with cannellini beans. It was served in a soupy base with baby octopus and white beans. It had a fresh seafood flavor with notes of Middle Eastern herbs. Maybe it was inspired by south Italian cooking. I am not sure but it was a bit on the salty side but paired really well. Next we got the bruschetta for all. It was a massive carb filled heaven consisting of chicken liver patè; burrata, lemon & bottarga; avocado, tomato, basil & balsamico; whipped ricotta & peppers; and fava beans & pecorino. My absolute favorite was the lemon and bottarga and my least favorite was the fava beans and pecorino. The chicken liver pate was delicious and was like one of those things that you are either going to love or hate. From altro, we got the truffle egg toast. It is a massive toast that has a beautiful golden yellow egg yolk inside that oozes out after you cut into it. The truffle is delicately placed on top which lends it's flavor to the rest of the dish quite beautifully. We each got ourselves an entree. I tried everyone's food and I will say that I was really impressed by the pasta in my pheasant dish. The pappardelle were equal length cut ribbons which were cooked to an aldente perfection. The pheasant was tender and the meat was easily pulled apart to touch. I just wish that this dish had some other flavor because while it was delicious, it was a bit too simple. Definitely something I would want on a cool spring evening. I honestly think the real winner of the night were all the desserts. The tiramisu, the jammy dates, and the zappole were all as good as it gets. I have such a sweet tooth and if I am craving a real Italian dessert, I am definitely coming back here just for these if not for everything else. I cannot wait to try the other dishes on the menu.

A casual counterpart to the elegant Da Marco, Vinoteca Poscole is named for a major thoroughfare in Udine, Italy, hometown of its founding chef, Marco Wiles. The emphasis here is on Old World wines, Italian small plates such as salumi and bruschette, and home-style pizzas and pastas. The environment takes the form of a dim but lively cottage, complete with a fireplace and wooden tables that are close enough to feel intimate but far enough to afford privacy. Everything is affordable, and it will be tough to leave anything but full. Carrots - aggressively charred batons, whose caramelized bitterness is soothed by a refreshing mix of olive oil, parsley, pistachios, and tangy yogurt Fritto - I found the Suppli (fried risotto balls) to be on the bland side, though texturally pleasant. The pumpkin and goat cheese crocchette were better: savory with a sharp, maple-y sweetness to the molten filling. Eggplant "La Parmigiana" - a simple dish with components that were good individually, but didn't necessarily come together into a greater whole. The gooey mozzarella-parmesan topping was yummy, and the well-rounded tomato sauce and breaded eggplant were solid, but there was something missing to smooth the edges. Maybe fresh basil? Crispy Calamari and Shrimp - not your typical heavily breaded sea critters served with marinara and lemon. This was a phenomenal zesty preparation of lightly battered and deftly seasoned seafood nestled among garlicky potatoes, sour capers, and acidic red onions. One of my favorites. Pappardelle with Pheasant and Mushrooms - long bouncy pasta in a deeply rustic sauce that sticks lovingly to each ribbon. Garlicky and earthy with an oily sheen. Maccheroni - bite-sized miniature pasta in a creamy sauce of prosciutto, peas, and scallions. Salty, decadent, and palate pleasing. Butternut Squash Risotto - this one was rich and heavy, but a tad sweet for my taste. Seasoned well, but I felt it could use more funkiness and perhaps the addition of an herb such as sage to brighten it up. La Dolce Vita - I used to love the original Dolce Vita before it closed, and unfortunately this pizza with taleggio cheese, pear, and copious amounts of arugula did not live up to the name. The thin crust was not crisp, there was barely any cheese, and the entire thing was cold. The worst item on the table. Chocolate Budino - solid but not amazing. More cake than pudding, which was unexpected. Was hoping for a denser, less airy mouthfeel with more sweet richness. The cookie crumble was necessary for crunch. Mille Fogle - a crunchy pastry lined with fluffy sweet cream and strawberries. A relatively light and interesting finish to the evening. I think the 4.5/5 rating that Vinoteca Poscol currently holds is just right. The pastas in particular and some of the smaller plates were fantastic, the desserts were slightly above average, but the pizza was a let-down. This is one of the best date night haunts in town, and writing this account made me crave another round.

This restaurant is a staple for me. Excellent food at affordable prices. Excellent wine selection at fair prices. Bit noisy but I love it. Get the spicy shellfish with black wild rice and the pheasant parpedelle but consider asking server to request the chef go easy on salt.

We came here on a Friday night with a reservation at 7pm and were immediately seated - do recommend making a reservation if you can as the space is intimate and popular. Our group of 4 opted to share all of the dishes ordered so we could sample many things. To start, we had the charred carrots, shishito peppers, truffle grilled cheese, and the on-special melon with burrata. All were yummy, but particular standouts for me were the grilled cheese 9comes in little 3-bite triangles, perfectly buttery and cheesy) and the shishito peppers (addictingly poppable!). For our mains we had their calabrese pizza, bolognese pasta, and on-special short rib risotto. All of these were delicious - you can see that everything is handcrafted in-house and that care is put into each dish. To end the meal, we somehow convinced ourselves that we could fit in dessert and ordered the tiramisu, chocolate cake, and zeppole. The chocolate cake was the star in my book, but all were excellent in their own way. Service throughout the night was attentive.

This place is amazing. I pass it by all the time and never knew what it was because there's no sign for it. Found it online while looking for a cute spot to go on a dinner date. Such a cool vibe - old building with lots of charm and character with a touch of modern updates. We had a reservation but we came early and they accommodated us. Staff is very friendly and polished and make you feel like you're in an "upscale" restaurant. We ordered 2 entrees - a vegetarian pizza and a pasta. Pizza was very nice. Pasta was just ok. When the check arrived we were surprised how inexpensive it was. Will be recommending to friends and family and visiting again soon!

I see their nightly specials come up on FB and knew we had to give this place a try. We came on a rainy Thursday night and while there is little parking, free street parking is available and there is security observing the area. Sister restaurant to Da Marco down the street gives it instant credibility if you don't already know the reputation. We always like to try HH at a new place for us in order to try as many things as possible for dinner. Their half price, half order is absolutely genius with so many choices to choose from. (the menu is amazing with meats, cheeses, pasta, pizza, risotto, etc.). We started with half serving baby octopus with cannellini beans, pumpkin & goat cheese croquettes, beets with walnuts & horseradish, charred carrots with lemon yogurt & crushed pistachios, single piece of gorgonzola. My favorites were the beets and carrots with incredible flavor and texture. They normally do nightly specials that include antipasto, pizza, pasta and either a fish or meat. I ordered the seared snapper filet with jumbo shrimp, sauteed mushrooms and broccolini. My lady ordered the Tagliatelle with bolognese and reggiano ragu. My fish was a little overcooked for my taste but everything tasted great. the bolognese with wide noodle pasta was amazing. So rich, so hearty. The wine list is not huge (which I like) but there are plenty of italian varietals to choose from. We enjoyed a bottle of the 2018 tenuta di arceno chianti classico (sangiovese) which paired very well with everything we ate. We started with with a HH glass of house white and red respectively. We finished with the panna cotta with strawberries that was creamy, decadent but light.

Beautiful restaurant. Delicious food with so many options. Very authentic italian food. The service was great, very knowledgeable and friendly staff. We especially loved the parppadelle pasta and the ribs. Paired very well with our wine. We ended our night with a delicious afogato and tiramisu brûlée talking away till closing. The restaurant had a very cozy and warm environment also in a great part of Montrose.

The food at this restaurant is amazing. It started with the meat platter, and the cheese platters. Since we had four people we ordered three cheese and five meats, which were amazing. Then we had a course of their pizza, which was so fresh and such a thin crust just like how I have tasted them in Italy. Then we had the pasta and ravioli, which wear another amazing set of dishes. The ambience within this restaurant is very beautiful with a nice cozy field. The service was amazing from the start till the end. The desert was another hit with a chocolate gelato, covered with hazelnut shell and cherries. The best dessert was the warm Roman dates in mascarpone and honey.

This is one of my favorite hidden gems serving up authentic Italian food in a cozy, dimly lit atmosphere. A couple of favorites: - bruschetta with avocado, basil & balsamic - octopus & canneloni beans - chicken cacciatore - spare rib w potato purée - tagliatelle w bolognese sauce - chocolate budino - tiramisu - bread & butter Haven't been disappointed yet. Check out their awesome wine list as well.

Dolce Vita forever we love you. No matter where you're from this will always be worth going to. I've traveled the world but grew up in LA and Houston and dolce vita was such a special restaurant. Found out it closed and Poscol is the same owners so they still have incredible things from DV amazing and will always be worth going here.

Ambiance was great but overall food didn't meet my expectations, we went here with 8 of our other friends and none of them seemed pleased after eating here, I think I have tried lot better Italian food in houston, service was ok, I won't visit again.

Prepare yourself and brings friends - order all the veggies for starters - Beets, carrots with yogurt and pistachios, escarole salad, shaved Brussels sprouts. ALL of them. The. Course your table's meal with the Truffled Egg on toast, mandatory pizza and pasta course. Get the Brûléed Tiramisu and espresso for last. And don't miss the wine selection!

Summary: delicious, handmade, authentic, affordable Italian food in the heart of Montrose. Must try! Pros/Good dishes: - Love the tagliatelle bolognese, a classic dish that's perfectly balanced. The marinara sauce is a little sweet and a little tart, and generously meaty. - Their macaroni "maccheroni" with prosciutto, peas and a light cheese sauce is one of my favorites - flavorful and not heavy at all. - Their shredded brussel sprouts in a light clear vinaigrette is very refreshing and a great palate cleanser! - The veal lingua appetizer is unconventional but something we really like. Braised veal tongue sliced and dressed in a clear vinaigrette. - Other dishes we like include all the pasta dishes (all hearty with great quality pasta), pizza (delicious thin crust), salumi (good spread of salami and cured meats). - We love to try their specials. One we really like is the rigatoni special, which is a baked pasta dish with marinara sauce, cheese, and sausage meat. - All their pasta has the soft quality of handmade pasta! - Portions are generous and designed for sharing, and fairly affordable for handmade pasta. - Service is good, waitstaff are polite, food comes out fairly quickly. - Consistent quality of food and service. Cons/Bad dishes: - I haven't had a bad bite here. - The tables can be a little small (?) - They're only open five hours a day, five days a week (?) Notes: parking right beside the restaurant can be a challenge - customers may have to park across the street or in the street behind (a 2-3 minute walk). It gets very busy on Fri and Sat evenings - worth making a reservation. Food: 5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Value: 5/5 Overall: 5/5 Consistency: 5/5

The ambiance was quaint, and the servers were very attentive. The food itself was decent - we were not impressed by the pizza at all. We ordered a simple margarita and a white pizza with anchovy (not sure of the name). We were very excited to try both, but every bite we had was bland. I am unsure if it was just the night we went, but I am not sure we will return for the pizza again. What saved our evening was the farro arugula salad and the baked pasta dish we got. The pasta was some carbonara variation. I wish we had skipped the pizza and just had this. It was excellent.

Food here is consistently good. I really like the Margherita pizza, the clam pasta, and pheasants pasta. We enjoy coming here and would come more if the parking situation was better. It's a pain to find parking.

Best risotto ever (especially the Valpolicella risotto- aaammaaazing). Service can sometimes be off, but food is always spot on. Great charcuterie boards!

I love this place and I tell anyone that's asking for recommendations in Houston about it. At this point I should be the VP ambassador! Order: the shaved Brussels sprouts, any of the cheeses/meats (comes with bread/oil, honey), any of the salads, mushroom risotto, la dolce vita pizza, and finally the star of the show for me: the tagliatelle al ragu bolognese. I cannot recommend the ragu enough, I've dreamt about it before. Avoid: not making a reservation! It's very cute/homely inside but a drawback is that it's not a very large restaurant. If you're coming on a fri/sat you definitely need a reservation.

I went here for my birthday and I absolutely loved it! The food was amazing (I got the Bolognese), they had an excellent wine and cheese selection, and the restaurant itself was beautiful. It was so cozy and had an amazing ambience. I will definitely be going back! I loved it.