Top River Oaks Dinner Party Venues

• Spaces for 25-100 Guests
• 4 Restaurants

AT MONTROSE CHEESE AND WINE… We're highlighting small producers in our rotating selection of 12-15 cheeses and 125 wines. We've personally selected each cheese and wine we carry--some are more familiar than others, and we're here to help you find exactly what you're looking for. Shop. Pick up a bottle or two for the house or a meat and cheese tray for a party. We also have a selection of gifts, home goods and wine and cheese accessories available here and at our sister concept, Biscuit Home, located next door. Dine and Drink. Enjoy a glass of wine at the bar or on the patio, or stop by for a sandwich at lunch. Grab a pastry and a coffee to go in the morning. Collect. We can help you build your personal cellar, from consultation to ordering as many cases as you’d like. Learn. We love sharing stories about the people behind the products we carry, how they're made and why we chose to share them with you. Visit our events calendar for upcoming tastings and events. From baby showers to engagement parties, company happy hours, & private tastings – we've hosted it all! Our beautiful patio & shop is versatile & can accommodate any budget.

• Spaces for 50-100 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

At Rosie Cannonball, we’re serving European comfort food in a lively atmosphere. The restaurant celebrates the origins of cooking through open, live fire and is centered around a wood-burning oven and grill. The menu draws inspiration from individual ingredients: local vegetables, pastas and pizzas, simple seafood and locally-sourced meat cooked over live fire. Master Sommelier June Rodil curated an expansive list of delicious wines with a strong Italian, Spanish and French focus from their favorite producers new and old, along with options from progressive New World producers. The cocktail menu has strong Italian influences, mirroring the focus of the food. Sous Chef: Valentin Garcia Executive Pastry Chef: Shawn Gawle General Manager: Joe Harris Goodnight Hospitality Partners: Bailey & Peter McCarthy, Felipe Riccio, June Rodil

• Spaces for 24-300 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Our story begins in Provence where fig and olive trees are a symbol of peace and prosperity. Located between the Alps and the Mediterranean Sea, Provence has always been a crossroads of people, cultures and flavors. Inspired by such abundance and diversity, we founded FIG & OLIVE to pay tribute not only to the French region, but also to the Mediterranean gastronomic heritage. We believe in the magic of the Mediterranean cuisine, concentrating on the freshest and simplest ingredients to feed both the body and the mind. Traditional recipes are reinvented in a contemporary way to showcase our passion for food and what we stand for: family, authenticity and creativity. Step into any of our restaurants and you will be met with an abundance of natural light, outdoor terraces and the casual chic ambiance typical of the Mediterranean. Our sophisticated yet relaxing atmosphere is the perfect location to celebrate with your friends and family. Join us at the bar for a delicious cocktail, in our lounge to enjoy a relaxed meal, or in one of our dining rooms for a unique culinary journey. Bienvenue.

• Spaces for 50-100 Guests

Celebrate overlooking the beautiful Buffalo Bayou Park through floor to ceiling windows under a canopy of vintage chandeliers and a vibrant accent wall guaranteed to make your party pop. Relax and let our expertly trained staff provide top notch service for you and your loved ones while enjoying the flavors and energy of the small towns of Mexico with a Texas touch. Our Private Dining Coordinator will guide you throughout your planning process and ensure that every little detail is taken care of during your celebration. Reserve your private treehouse getaway and start planning today! The Frida Private Room is available for lunch and dinner every day at a food & beverage minimum based on the time of day, day of the week, and month of the year.

• Spaces for 219 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 space at this venue

The Hilton Garden Inn Houston Galleria is the premier destination for both business and leisure travellers. At just a fifteen-minute walk from the Galleria Mall, our hotel boasts 182 guestrooms, a lush tropical pool and whirlpool, ample onsite parking, and 2800 square feet of meeting space. Our bright-hearted and experienced Sales Team is at your service, making planning your next event easier than ever before.

• Spaces for 10-130 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 11 Event Spaces

Our family welcomes you to indulge yourself in our warm hospitality and impressive cuisine that continues to make us a culinary destination. Our expansive wine list boasts many bottles from different regions in Italy and California. Experience the unique richness of our Tuscan Village whether choosing to dine indoors, on one of our beautiful patios, relaxing with cocktails and live music. We welcome large parties and provide personalized rooms for any occasion. The Vincent Mandola Family, for over 38 years, has been proud to share authentic Italian recipes passed down from generations. Vincent and Mary Mandola, childhood sweethearts, began their dream with the opening of Nino’s Restaurant in 1977. This exciting story was inspired by family, determination and a vision. One small quaint restaurant grew into a city block of Tuscan and Sicilian inspired venues. Their two daughters, Vinceanne and Dana joined the empire in the early 90’s, fresh out of college. They worked alongside their parents and helped to continue the dream. For the love of food, culture, family and friends this helped them thrive and succeed in the growth of Nino’s, Vincent’s, Grappino di Nino, La Gelateria and Pronto Cucinino. Through their travels, the family has been inspired to bring Houston the tasteful foods and wines of Italy. The relationships they have formed with pasta and olive oil producers, well known wine makers have influenced today’s menus. Nino’s, Vincent’s, La Gelateria, Grappino di Nino and Pronto Cucinino are still owned and operated by the Vincent Mandola Family. Our family welcomes you to enjoy our original family recipes, genuine Italian ambiance and our spirited, sincere, hospitality.

• Spaces for 12-125 Guests
• 7 Hotels
• 7 Ballrooms
• 2 Outdoor Spaces

We can’t wait to welcome you to Houston, where Texas hospitality meets global sophistication. Nestled in Montrose, Houston’s most dynamic neighborhood, La Colombe d’Or merges global appeal with unsurpassed, 5-star accommodations. Named for the famed hotel in France (home to Picasso’s favorite water hole), the property is a landmark of artful design and good cheer. Steps from the cultural heartbeat of the city, the hotel welcomes you with 32 suites in three unique stay experiences with elevated hotel amenities, 425 pieces of original artwork, a sculpture garden, a park and unsurpassed food and drink. Whether an intimate dinner, executive board meeting or a wedding, we invite you to explore our spaces within the reimagined La Colombe d’Or for your special event. Discover the variety of flexible rooms that can be privatized or combined to meet your event space needs. As always, our on-site valet will make your guest’s arrival and departure a seamless experience.

From intimate gatherings to signature celebrations, The Parlor at Hawthorne offers a warm, versatile backdrop that honors its historic charm while providing you with every modern amenity. Each event is uniquely tailored. Whether a bridal shower, cocktail reception, or corporate dinner, we will ensure a seamless and memorable experience for you and your guests.

• Spaces for 200-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Conveniently located in the prestigious Houston Galleria, Dukessa is a locally owned Houston event venue that combines the best of Southern hospitality with an award-winning culinary team. Our full-service event facility delivers a turnkey experience to our clients and can accommodate unique and inventive events of all kinds ranging from 50 to 300 attendees, with a variety of facilities including adaptable floor plans. Enjoy cocktails on our beautifully illuminated patio or in our classic and magnificent Chloe-Rose Room, which features iron cellar doors and hand-carved stone columns. Our main ballroom's floor-to-ceiling windows bring the "outside in" as your guests dance and party the night away! At Dukessa, providing a 5-star experience is a top priority, and we work hard to achieve it every day, in every aspect - we look forward to being your go-to special event location in Houston! Weddings As you arrange your perfect wedding day at the right venue, our experienced and professional staff is available to be your trusted consultants! Dukessa, conveniently located in the Galleria area, offers beautiful indoor and outdoor alternatives for your one-of-a-kind, unforgettable wedding. Dukessa, a full-service event venue with an award-winning culinary team on staff, offers various floor layouts and cutting-edge technology and processes to help you stage a Stress-Free, Smooth, Customized event. Most significantly, we provide Exclusivity - we only host ONE event at a time – ensuring that you are our top priority! Social Events Dukessa is the favorite venue for private, social events such as proms, wine tasting dinners, quinceneras, bar/bat mitzvahs, product launches, birthday parties, and more, thanks to its unique, adaptable, and timeless design. As a full-service venue, our knowledgeable and trustworthy staff will take care of everything for you, ensuring a memorable, enjoyable, and stress-free evening.

• Spaces for 25-200 Guests
• 5 Event Spaces

This white-box gallery is located in the heart of the hustle and bustle of the Montrose/Midtown area. Known for their open floor plan and gorgeous lighting, the space is the perfect venue to host art exhibitions, design events, fashion pop ups, or other private events. On the highest traffic corner of the area and across the street from several popular restaurants, the venue has high foot traffic, drawing crowds from a variety of areas. The space is known by the Houston creative scene as an innovative and dynamic space, this gallery is a great blank canvas to bring your vision to life. Different rental space sizes are available depending on your needs. Please view our other listings for more information or send us a message for more information.

• 6 Hotels
• 6 Ballrooms
• 8 Total Spaces

Hotel ZaZa is one of the best hotels in Houston, Texas for weddings and special events. Hotel ZaZa offers a host of art-inspired Houston meeting facilities reflecting the grand style of Texas just outside the hotel. Encouraging productivity and creativity, Hotel Zaza Houston's stimulating meeting and event spaces pair dramatic interiors with fashionable touches for hosting an important conference or special celebration. Ensuring your event is unlike any other, Hotel Zaza Houston's expert event coordinators will ensure your event unfolds exactly as you imagined it.

• Spaces for 200 Guests

Host your next event on Rice's campus amid world-class art. The Moody Center for the Arts offers over 6 flexible spaces in a creative modern atmosphere, making it an ideal location for cocktail parties, seated dinners, corporate breakfasts and luncheons, executive retreats, business meetings, academic seminars, film screenings, and lectures. To learn more, please email moodyevents@rice.edu.

• Spaces for 30-150 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

With over 10,000 restaurants in Houston, finding a place to dine for special occasions is stressful. At Brennan’s, we create memorable dining experiences in both a la carte and private dining so you can worry less and enjoy the occasion as much as your guests. Since our 1967 opening as a sister restaurant to the world-famous Commander's Palace in New Orleans, Brennan's of Houston has evolved into the city's premier destination for memorable dining served with true Southern hospitality. From the reservationist to the waiters, chefs and every associate behind the scenes, our team is focused on the highest standard of excellence and equally dedicated to creating enduring memories of snapshots in time: the sealing of business deals, wedding proposals, joyful celebrations, and the marking of significant milestones along life's way.

• Spaces for 160-500 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor

Celebrate with up to 400 guests at our award-winning event space. We have contemporary ballrooms and a roof terrace complete with downtown views. Every wedding package includes catering, table decorations, and an event planner to fine-tune every detail. We were recently awarded the Traveler Review Award from Booking.com, and also the 2022 Top New & Renovated Meeting Site Award from the ConventionSouth Media Group. We are thrilled to announce that the readers of OutSmart Magazine awarded our property BEST LOCAL HOTEL in the Greater Houston Area.

Few venues in Houston offer surroundings quite like Glenwood. Large windows overlook mature trees, seasonal gardens, winding roads, and one of Houston's most treasured historic landscapes. Guests often remark on the sense of calm they feel upon arrival. Natural light, beautiful views, and thoughtful design create an atmosphere that encourages both reflection and connection. History outside. Inspiration inside.

• Spaces for 100-900 Guests
• 6 Museums
• 6 Landmarks
• 1 Outdoor

It’s an intimate seated dinner surrounded by the brilliance of Houston Museum of Natural Science's Gems and Minerals Collection. An elegant corporate event in Houston Museum of Natural Science's state-of-the-art Wiess Energy Hall. Or a spectacular wedding reception for several hundred people held in the shadow of towering dinosaurs. With so many opportunities for creating imaginative atmospheres, the Houston Museum of Natural Science makes every event truly unforgettable. Houston Museum of Natural Science offers architecturally stunning and educationally rich spaces from which to choose in a complex that houses the Burke Baker Planetarium, Wortham GIANT Screen Theater, Cockrell Butterfly Center and four floors of magnificent natural science halls and exhibits. Create the ideal environment to fit any event from 20 to 5,000 guests at Houston Museum of Natural Science. From sophisticated and dramatic to out-of-this-world, the distinctive venues at Houston Museum of Natural Science offer beautiful settings beyond compare.

• Spaces for 600-1,000 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

With over 18,000 sq. ft. of event space, choose from 9 unique meeting rooms and an elegant ballroom for your group program or social celebration at the InterContinental Houston Medical Center. Find inspiration with an abundance of natural light, indoor and outdoor space, and city views – perfect for events of all types and sizes. Truly memorable meetings and events with authentic local flavor – that is the inspiration behind the InterContinental Houston is located just adjacent to the Rice Village and Museum District of Houston. It is also borders the Houston's finest Medical District and West University Place Neighborhoods.