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Oxheart

Houston · Downtown

Oxheart

#63 in HoustonNew American$$$$

Awards

4.6
James Beard Outstanding

What People Are Saying

“My husband and I experienced the 7 course tasting menu and was blown away by the service and quality of food being served. This is probably one of the most unique experiences we have had, and certainly since we moved to Texas last year. The food was...”

Jacki Donnelly

Jacki Donnelly

13 years ago

Google Reviews

New Buzz

Eater

An Elegy for Oxheart, Houston’s Finest Restaurant

Eater · 9 years ago

CultureMap Houston

Justin Yu explains why he's closing Houston's best restaurant and what's next

CultureMap Houston · 9 years ago

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HRL Ranking

#49#55#61#67
Jul 20Aug 17Sep 14Oct 12
Justin Yu

Justin Yu

Head Chef

Justin Yu is the chef and owner of Oxheart in Houston, Texas, a New American restaurant known for its vegetable-forward tasting menus. He gained national recognition for his innovative, produce-driven cuisine before closing Oxheart to pursue new projects.

What to Order

Tasting Menu

Go for the vegetable-forward tasting menu. the mung bean pancake is a standout, and the garden menu holds its own against any meat option in the city.