Tips About This Business
On evenings when there are performances at the Hobby, reservations are an absolute must.
Trying to make curtain at the Hobby (or nearby)? Tell your waiter. The staff can shift gears for ultra-quick service.
Editorial Reviews from the web
The Scene Reaction to the hulking Hobby Center for the Performing Arts downtown has been mixed, but its in-house restaurant deserves a standing ovation. Created by Michael Cordua, of Americas and Churrascos fame, this stylish eatery offers sophisticated fare in a stunning setting. The large, open dining room on the second level offers a panoramic view of the Theater District through...
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Posted by Contributor
on April 21, 2009, (Edited August 14, 2003)
Other Reviews from the web
Went there with a friend before a show and had a fabulous girls' night out. Although the restaurant is definitely upscale, our waiter was very attentive and friendly. Everyone starts with fried plaintains with three different sauces that were delish. We had the empanadas as an appetizer and loved them. I chose the salmon for the entree, and it was cooked perfectly. We ended the night with...
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Posted by tulips479
on April 21, 2009, (Edited January 11, 2009)
Wonderfull after show dininng expereince. Fabulous food, great service and the interior is very interesting. Nice view of the Houston skyline. The dinner menu is a bit expensive, but that's what you'll pay for upscale dining with a highly recommended rating. The lunch menu is a better value. Go often. If you like the restaruant, then you'll need to try Churasco's next. Cordoba is doing a...
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Posted by bmwm5driver
on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 03, 2008)
I really wanted to love Artista because I am huge fan of the other Cordua restaurants (Americas and Churrascos and Amazon Grill) BUT twice I have had bad experiences for weekday lunches. First, the menu is an unsophisticated pick and choose. As a fine diner, I want the menu to describe the dishes as the chef makes them and not just list the entrees like a burger joint. A pro: the executive...
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Posted by luckyblond
on April 21, 2009, (Edited October 28, 2008)