Masraffs - Houston (TX)

5 /5 Bo J: My dining experience at Masraffs for Houston Restaurant Weeks was truly exceptional. The elegant ambiance and impeccable service set the stage for an unforgettable meal, and the menu they offered for the event was outstanding. For my appetizer, I had the Jumbo Lump Crab Vol Au Vent. The pastry was light and flaky, and it was filled with a generous portion of delicious jumbo lump crab, served in a rich and savory mushroom and white wine sauce. It was a perfect start to the evening. The main course was the Pacific Lane Snapper. The fish was cooked to perfection—moist and flaky with a beautifully seared skin. It was served over a delectable sauce and alongside a flavorful rice and vegetable medley. The combination of textures and flavors was fantastic and showcased the chefs expertise. Dessert was the perfect ending. The Golden Delicious Apple Cobbler was a masterpiece. The crumble topping was buttery and crisp, complementing the warm, spiced apples inside. Topped with a generous scoop of what I believe was bourbon vanilla ice cream and a fresh mint leaf, it was a truly decadent and comforting treat. My wife had the Banana Bread Trifle, which was equally impressive. Served in a charming glass jar, it was a layered dessert with rich banana custard, fluffy vanilla whipped cream, and a satisfying Nilla wafer crumble. Masraffs delivered an incredible fine dining experience for a great cause. Every dish was a work of art, and the quality of the ingredients and presentation was top-notch. I highly recommend it for a special occasion or just to treat yourself to an amazing meal.

5 /5 Hannah W: Review of Masraffs Catering - I cannot recommend working with Brooke and the Masraffs team enough for your big occasion. If you want a seamless day with excellent service, delicious food (everyone told us it was the best food theyd ever had at a wedding), and a team that goes the extra mile for you, look no further. Masraffs provided full service catering (including set-up and tear-down), bar service, late-night snack, and cut and served our cake. The team also worked directly with our rentals vendor to ensure that our rentals (e.g., tables, bar facade, specialty plates, napkins, etc.) were perfectly placed and returned on time. Brooke, Jeffrey, and Mr. Masraff were flexible, professional, and so kind to us on the day and in the months leading up to it. From going to our venue to personally measure each space to ensure our tables would fit in a tight space, to giving us flexibility on a rain plan (down to a couple of days before!), to crafting a delicious signature mocktail--the level of dedication that we experienced was truly unmatched. Thank you to the team for making our day so wonderful--we are so, so grateful! (all photos c/o our wonderful photographer Allie Ryann Photography)

4 /5 Arun Kaipuzha: Masraffs provided catering services for our wedding at the Houston Museum of Natural Science back in April. They did an incredible job with the menu creation and quality of the food, with some issues in serving to the guests during cocktail hour. For the chef, we would give a 10/5 if we could! We asked whether we would be able to mix various Indian and Mexican dishes, and the head chef came back with a full fusion menu that we were surprised by! The tastings were incredible, and they worked with us to fine tune the menu. On our wedding day, the food itself was incredible. Our guests loved it, and we heard many glowing reviews. It tasted delicious the next day as well (when we were able to fully enjoy). We especially enjoyed the rose-infused fusion tres leches that they created. However, there were two issues with planning out cocktail hour. While we paid per guest, Masraffs did not send out enough appetizers for all of our guests to enjoy. We heard glowing reviews from the ones who were able to taste the appetizers, but a number of our guests mentioned that they were never able to try the appetizers since they were gone quickly as soon as the servers came out. In addition, Masraffs did not stock enough ingredients for one of our signature drinks, and they ran out within the first 20 minutes. Luckily, they were able to get more later in the night for dinner, but it was disappointing that we, as the bride and groom, were unable to try our own signature drink despite asking for it in the first hour of the reception. Overall, we had a great time and really appreciated Masraffs ability to create a custom menu.

4 /5 Allison Kojima: Valet is $10 but there is a free parking garage in the back. On days where it’s busy, it might take you a bit of time to find a spot and get situated so plan ahead if you made reservations. My friend and I came here on a Wednesday night around 6 PM so it wasn’t too packed inside the restaurant. Right when we got seated, the waiter took orders for drinks/appetizers and put down a bread basket in front of us. The bread was warm and had salt and rosemary on top- it was delicious with the butter! For drinks, I asked for their sweetest beverage and the server said he’ll surprise me. He brought out a pineapple cocktail which was refreshing, spritzy, and had the perfect amount of sweetness to it. For appetizers, my friend and I got the Hudson Valley Foie Gras which was spectacular. It was rich and buttery from the foie gras and thyme butter brioche (that had a nice toasted texture) and was balanced out with the tartness from the strawberries. I highly recommend this dish! In terms of the entree, I ended up getting the American Red Snapper. The exterior was nice and crispy, the filet was flaky, and the flavor was well done with the creamy sauce on top. I also enjoyed the polenta and veggies that came with the fish. I had a bite of my friend’s Bison Ribeye and to be honest, it wasn’t my favorite. It tasted very sweet like teriyaki jerky but if that’s what you look for in a steak, this dish might be for you! As for the sides, we got the jumbo lump crab fried rice and Masraff’s creamed spinach. Although I’m not exactly used to zucchini and bell peppers being in fried rice, the generous lumps of crab was appreciated and it was a decent side. The creamed spinach is rich and heavy but paired well with the bread. Overall, I had a pleasant experience at Masraff’s!

5 /5 Dr. Jacquie Baly: Masraff’s: A Timeless Favorite in Houston’s Foodie Scene Masraff’s has been a staple in the Houston dining scene for decades — and for good reason. The food and service are consistently exceptional, every single time. Let’s talk about the calamari. Hands down, the best in town. I devoured it so fast I didn’t even stop to take a photo (which says it all). For entrées, the Hubby ordered the cod while I went with the ribeye — both were well prepared and packed with flavor. The ribeye was a tad overcooked. I like my steaks medium rare. The steak I received was medium. But it still tasted yummy. And those Brussels sprouts? Massive and delicious! I genuinely love this place — and not just because Russell and Tony are longtime friends. They’ve created a formula that works: elevated cuisine, impeccable service, and an atmosphere that keeps you coming back. On our most recent visit, our waiter Barry was outstanding. Service is everything to me, and Barry — along with the entire Masraff’s team — gets it exactly right.