17 at Alden-Houston

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The wine list could use some additional moderate, but good wines and the reds are poured at room temperature. more»

The wine paring for the three course meal was perfect both in selection and `` volume . '' more»

Been there twice , had great service and good but expensive food the first time and lousy service , mismade drinks and average food the second time. more»

We had the same server and the service was excellent ; the sommelier came over to offer wine suggestions and a `` mini-paring'' for the fixed menu. more»

My room was great hip decor , gorgeous bathroom , cozy bed , DVD player I felt like I was on vacation , even though I was only in Houston for a couple of days for a conference. more»

The decor and the ambiance of the restaraunt is great , but for some reason the food didn ' t capture my attention like I thought it would. more»

17 is dedicated to offering guests bold, unpretentious food while focusing on the freshness, seasonality and origin of the ingredients. Since opening, the restaurant has received outstanding local, regional and national recognition including: Bon Appetit, Food & Wine, Gourmet, Town & Country, Travel+Leisure, USA Today and ?Best New Restaurants ?04? by Esquire. According to Texas Monthly, ?I like just being in 17, with its glittering crystal lights and sleek chocolate-and-white color scheme set off by froufrou red wallpaper on one side of the room.??Rated #1 Where to Eat Now (February 2005)