Belly of the Beast

Upon entering, we had to wait a little bit for our table to be ready. However, I really love that our server came over to greet us and offer us a drink before we ever sat down. The restaurant itself was smaller than I had anticipated, and intimate. There were 3 of us, and we shared all of the plates we got. The appetizers (empanadas, ceviche, and birria) were delicious; you really can't go wrong with them. The pork belly was drier than I am used to, but the flavors were incredible. The carne asada was easily my favorite of the three entrées we got, but the short rib was close behind. The tres leche was phenomenal- the toasted passion fruit meringue on top really elevated the tres leche.

We enjoyed the Burrata and Ceviche. Both were on point! The fresh Tagliatelle pasta were a little too thick but "Al dente ", however the crab risotto was flavorful but slighly overcooked. My wife ordered Carne Asada and was also good. Attentive service, small restaurant but that's how you start something special. Hats off to Chef for following his dream and passion.

A friend and I, luckily, got into this place at the last minute. He was able to call and get a last-minute reservation for that day, which come to find out, is actually pretty hard right when you look online and try to book a table (because they are booked up for the next 6 weeks). This place was amazing, small and ntimate, not loud and the attentive service and knowledgeable staff topped off with the absolutely amazing food. I can see why this place is so popular. I would highly recommend trying to book a table and going to try this food. **2nd Visit** Went here again with the same friend for a 2nd rd og Belly of the Beast... amazing! This time we ordered dessert before the food as they had ran out of our first choice from last time (we also had later reservations last time). We also got

Delightful experience with good food. The was very knowledgeable on menu - recommended a good wine as I’m not into wines. Hats off to the chef for curating unique and delicious meals - everything we got was delicious. Touches such as salmon roe, caviar took many of the dishes to the next level. I’m usually not a fan of fine dining as portion sizes are typically ridiculously small. Though the portions weren’t huge, I think it was the best size to not leave feeling stuffed. Will be coming back soon to try the other options in the menu!

One of the very best restaurants anywhere near Houston, and quite possibly the whole state, as evidenced by our own experiences and the owner/chef's James Beard award as Best Chef - Texas in 2025. Simply outstanding dishes - bright, complex flavors, always in perfect harmony. Think Eagles on Seven Bridges Road - perfect, effortless harmony. Literally every bite made us smile, or even laugh, and we could not stop remarking on the amazing quality and clever flavor combinations of each and every dish. Don't be fooled by the modest exterior, or the plain interior either. The place was packed with foodies on a Thursday night, most clearly focused as much on the food as each other. We quickly felt the charm of the place is its simplicity - it's all about the food, and anything distracting from t