Crisp Heights

Houston, United States

3.8

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24 reviews

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+1 713-360-0222
Website:
crisphouston.com
Address:
2220 Bevis St, Houston, TX, 77008
The Heights
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Takes Reservations
Yes
Delivery
No
Take-out
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Accepts Apple Pay
No
Good For
Brunch
Parking
Valet, Street, Private Lot, Validated
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Good for Kids
Yes
Good for Groups
Yes
Attire
Casual
Ambience
Trendy
Noise Level
Average
Good For Dancing
No
Alcohol
Beer & Wine Only
Happy Hour
Yes
Best Nights
Thu, Fri, Sat
Coat Check
No
Smoking
Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wi-Fi
Free
Has TV
Yes
Dogs Allowed
No
Waiter Service
Yes
Caters
No

Today

Today 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Houston) 04:02 Thursday, 12 June 2025

Business hours

Monday 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Tuesday 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Wednesday 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am – 11:00 pm
Friday 11:00 am – 12:00 am
Saturday 10:00 am – 12:00 am
Sunday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

Description

History

Established in 2012.

CRISP’s recently renovated single story, 6,000 sq. foot building sits alone on a corner lot in the heart of Shady Acres neighborhood in the Heights. With a 5,000 sq. foot patio/​garden, CRISP is the perfect place to dine, meet friends or have drinks after work. CRISP offers a chef inspired menu focusing on a Stone Deck Fired Pizza, over 100 hand-​selected fine wines, and 24 craft beers on tap, for an elegantly casual dining experience.

CRISP’s climate controlled Wine Room houses over 1000 bottles of wines at optimum temperatures ensuring quality and consistency with each pour. Take a bottle of wine for a test run with the Enomatic wine dispensing/​preservation system, which gives guests the luxury to taste test before committing to a bottle.

If you’re hosting a get together or event, or simply want a restaurant style meal in the comfort of your home, simply order online or call in. CRISP Take-​Out has its own private entrance on the North side of the building on 23rd Street to ens

Meet the Business Owner

Al S.

Business Owner

The Sauce” finds its origins with the Scavelli brother’s great grandfather, Casto Caiazza (pronounced Ki-​azza). Casto was born in the late 1800s in the small village of Ciatz (pronounced See-​ots) near Naples Italy, an area known for its Pizza Pie. Around the turn of the 20th century, the oppression of the «Black Hand» (aka, the Italian Mafia) led Casto to flee to America with hopes for a better life and a dream of sharing his family’s secret sauce with the New World.

During this time a young girl, Maria Zeppetelli, also living in Naples, Italy, was working in a family restaurant making pizza in stone ovens for local villagers. She also migrated to America in the early 1900’s. Casto and Maria settled in an Italian community in western Pennsylvania where they were wed through a family arranged marriage. While Maria was baking her famous pizza dough, Casto was perfecting his sauce– not only was it an arrangement between man and woman but also between bread and sauce.

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24 reviews of Crisp Heights

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Place rating: 3
Houston, TX
Definitely not a good place for lunch if you only have an hour break. I have been here twice for lunch and both servers were extremely slow. Both times we had to call the waiter over to order our food and it took an extreme length of time for our food to come out of the kitchen. The food is decent. Not worth the regular price in the menu but the lunch specials are reasonably priced for the amount of food you get. Honestly, I wouldn’t be missing anything if I never went back.
Place rating: 5
Houston, TX
My girlfriend and I love this excellent, upscale eatery. We both work untraditional hours, so we love that they serve food late. We can get a delicious meal at 10pm with excellent service.
The crab bisque will have you thinking about it for days. After my first time having it, I was back for lunch three days later. Other highlights include the pizza, Caesar salad, beer can chicken, and chicken pot pie. Don’t sleep on the chicken pot pie. It’s phenomenal.
Also, I love that they have sports on at the bar in the middle of the restaurant. You can easily keep up with the game while having your dinner.
Place rating: 4
Houston, TX
I wasn’t sure what to expect, but a friend wanted to try it so we went for brunch on a Saturday. It was busy, but there was parking in the lot.
We sat outside, which initially was nice, but then birds made their home above our table and began having «accidents» near us so we decided to move to the covered patio since a table opened up there.
So, onto the highlights. We had a carafe of the delicious poinsettias (champagne and cranberry) for only $ 15. It was really tasty and a nice treat. We actually had a second one for dessert ;) For food, I had the chick pea cake, which was kind of a falafel burger, with fries for $ 10. It was really good and it was a very generous portion, so I took half of it to go. My friend had the shrimp and polenta and she said she liked it, although I’m not sure she loved it.
It’s just a bit out of the way for me, but I would definitely come back for a casual brunch — particularly for the poinsettias — or perhaps for happy hour.
Place rating: 3
Houston, TX
The food is okay, mostly fancy chef versions of what you eat elsewhere. The waitstaff is okay but constantly going through turnover. The volume is far too loud at 100 – 110 decibels so you can’t hear conversations with your table mates. Parking is difficult due to small parking lot.
Place rating: 4
Houston, TX
Cute little place in the heights with its own parking lot (valet spaces and self park spaces). The tables had wine barrels holding them up and there are seats at the bar, normal tables and a decent size outdoor patio. Wasn’t too crazy busy for Sunday brunch today and we got seated right away. We had two carafes of sangria — red and white. The red one was tastier! But there is so much ice it dilutes the drink so much and doesn’t seem like you get much alcohol content in these at all. The service was so so slow and they weren’t even crazy busy. The food was delicious though — my truffled potato pie was awesome! I love truffle and this breakfast pizza was yummy! Bacon, arugula, a fried over easy egg, potatoes and truffle — amazing flavors! Just enough of each ingredient! The brewer’s breakfast also looked fantastic — the flap jacks were soft and moist and yummy! Would definitely come back for dinner and brunch again!
Place rating: 3
Houston, TX
I’ve been here four or five times now and don’t think I’ll be back, solely because of the service.
I could understand service being a little slow for a packed restaurant on a Saturday night or Sunday brunch, but even on a Tuesday night I’ve been left wondering if my waitress suddenly decided to go home. Last night we had to ask for our appetizer 30 minutes after we ordered it and our waitress had a attitude because I didn’t want a glass of wine that I hadn’t ordered.
It’s a shame they don’t have better servers, because the restaurant looks really nice and the food is pretty good.
Place rating: 5
Houston, TX
I’m almost ashamed that I didn’t know this place has been here for 4 years, but then that whole area has transformed a lot and is pretty much part of Heights now so I won’t be too hard on myself.
The atmosphere is very nice and they actually have a large parking lot but I’d imagine on weekends it probably fills up. I was there for lunch and there were no issues however. I had a grilled chicken wrap with a side of salad and it was the perfect portion for a light lunch. Not tiny to leave you hungry at 3 pm and not so much where you’re faced with a choice of taking a doggy bag home or just sucking it up and finishing the whole thing and being in a food coma later.
I liked that the wrap was fresh baked (or if it wasn’t, bravo because it tasted like it was fresh baked). Will have to check them out at a more social hour but for lunch, it was very nice.
Place rating: 3
Houston, TX
The wine selection and pricing is great; the sampler area is cool too. Food was average, but still good. Mussels didn’t seem fresh, pizza crust was like slick willies pizza, cheese board was decent (would order it again).
Really loud place and lots of kids. I don’t like kids running around at happy hourish hours. Service was mediocre.
In summary, I won’t be back — too many options in Houston to settle.
I think I told my friends I would come back — small lie to end the night positively :)
Place rating: 4
Henderson, NV
Yum! Went for a friend bday dinner. Super cute spot with a super cute name. CRISP!
This place is perfect for the winos. Wide variety of bottles to choose from at different price ranges we got like 4– $ 36ish range bottle and got 25% off each after ordering pizza. Menu consists of pizzas, apps, cheese boards, and meatballs to name a few.
I got the San Fran pizza and crispy pork belly risotto. YUM! Both were great. Friend got the goat cheese melt appetizer but it mostly tasted like a bowl or marinara (skimping on the goat cheese are we?). The cheese board was Good, nothing to spectacular.
Get the pizza & apps. Drink the wine. Sit on the dope patio. Xo
Place rating: 5
South Main, Houston, TX
This is my second time at Crisp’s and I’m definitely coming back! Last time I got the waffle chicken sandwich and truffle fries, and both were delicious.
Today I got the Donut Burger and must say, Crisp’s chef had done a great job with the burger design as well as taste. You gotta love the combo of Angus beef, egg, and bacon inside a doughnut!
For dessert, I got their «Death by Brownie.» Nothing specta, but tasted pretty good!
Place rating: 5
Houston, TX
So I’m a first timer and I must say I’m pretty impressed. The inside is very nice and well kept. We decided to sit outside on the patio to enjoy the beautiful weather and view. They have the patio set up really nice with umbrellas and cozy chairs. There is also a little fountain that helps compete the scenery. Our waiter was very helpful by showing us what he recommends on the menu since it was both my friend’s and I first time. We orders the chicken and waffles sandwich and shared because I looked up the pictures on Unilocal and the portion was very big. When our food came out it was just enough for the both of us. We also had a pitcher of Mimosa which was very tasty. I would definitely be returning because I was pleased with their menu, customer service and appearance. Thank you for this awesome first dine in.
Place rating: 5
Katy, TX
Food here were excellent. It did take a little longer than we are use to but I feel like they were cooking it very fresh. I would definitely come back.
Place rating: 4
Houston, TX
We went at a peak time on Sunday for brunch so we had to valet, which was free. By the time we came out there were plenty of parking spots.
There was no wait at all when we went in. They had plenty of tables and some outside patio dining as well.
The pancakes were about the best I ever had and I love pancakes and have had them everywhere. My wife had a sake bloody mary and we had to spice it up some, but once we did it was really good. My wife had a breakfast pizza, she loves that, and this was one of the better ones she ever had.
The only real complaint is that that they serve coffee in cups and saucers. This is America, not England, we drink coffee from mugs not cups and saucers. And the cups were small.
Service was fine.
Place rating: 5
The Heights, Houston, TX
Crisp has about everything you need for a Sunday fun day. Checked it out with a couple friends after our first choice had a 45 minute wait, no thank you! The restaurant was busy but service was great. We started off with a carafe of poinsettia, basically a mimosa with cranberry juice instead of OJ. For brunch, they offer their regular menu along with a special brunch menu with reasonably priced items.
I was tempted by the donut burger but didn’t want to fall in a mid-​afternoon food coma so I went with the French toast with sunny-​side up eggs, bacon, and provolone hash browns. Big portions and everything was perfect. The eggs were cooked just right, the bacon was crisp, and the hash browns were crispy with the cheese really adding to the dish. Two large pieces of French toast with melted butter, powdered sugar, and a side of maple syrup. My friend has the gnocchi which came with garlic bread and I tried her bread. Also amazing, seems like you really can’t go wrong here.
After eating, we ordered some beers and chilled in their patio where they have a couple TV’s, corn hole, and picnic tables. They deliver to my office through Über Eats so I will definitely be placing an order soon.
Place rating: 1
Houston, TX
Crisp Wine, Beer & Eatery should be called Crisp Daycare. I came for happy hour on a Friday and decided to enjoy a glass of wine on the patio with a girlfriend. Bad decision. There were literally 28 children (I counted) aged 1 – 10 crying, running around, and splashing around in the fountain. It was bananas… totally not relaxing. We ordered the Buffalo chicken pizza which was decent, but I couldn’t enjoy it because there was soooo much going on. I thought it might be a kids night or something… nope, the Friday special is a flight of beer. All the parents drinking with minimal supervision of young children. It was so weird. Needless to say, not my cup of tea. BUT, if you and your family are looking for a playground that serves alcohol, I’d recommend checking this place out.
Place rating: 4
Houston, TX
Came here during happy hour. They offer different specials each day (see attached photo).
Shrimp & Polenta: cube of fried polenta, 4 pieces of shrimp, arugula (although it says basil on the menu), on top of tomato sauce. I’m honestly not a huge fan of tomato sauce, so not sure why I even chose this… With that being said, I used minimal sauce because the dish would have been too dry without it. The shrimp was cooked well and the polenta was nice and crispy. I enjoyed it (4⁄5)
Pork belly and corn risotto: This is the kind of dish that you could expect to find at a high end bbq restaurant. The pork belly skin was nice and crispy. The corn risotto and bbq sauce worked for me but not my friend. I wish the relish was more sour than sweet because the whole dish was too sweet and lacked texture, or maybe at some spice to give it a kick. And no, the crispy skin was not enough texture. (3⁄5)
Beer Can Chicken: You get half a small chicken (thigh, leg and wing). It was a bit on the dry side, but what can you expect with chicken breast. The beer flavor was not there. or any flavor for that matter lol. The french fries were amazing! I definitely enjoyed that more. It was nice, salty and crispy. Could not stop eating them. Without the fries, I would’ve given this dish one less star. (4⁄5)
Would I come back? Yes. Their brunch menu seems really good and there are a lot of other items that peaked my interest
Place rating: 5
Houston, TX
Crisp is a fantastic brunch spot. I enjoy their back patio and fair pricing.
I went for lunch today and had a pleasant experience. Mo is a very attentive waitress and handled our table well.
My favorite menu item is the crispy duck leg salad.
Great atmosphere
Place rating: 2
Sugar Land, TX
I’ve got a bone to pick with Crisp. For the price that they charge for each entrée, you’d expect to be blown out of the water, with your taste buds fist pumping like Kaskade was holding a concert in your mouth. Both times I’ve eaten here the food has been «okay» at best. I guess you’re paying for that awesomely hipster farm table you’re eating on, with uneven slats so when you put your wine glass down you risk having it spill all over, which I think is a scheme they’ve come up with so you’ll have to keep ordering their overpriced vino.
Our server in the private back room was an a-​hole named Orjon, who just hated me from the time I walked in and was staring daggers at me every time I asked him for something. When I requested dessert spoons for our entire party, I was sassed with, «Well I was on my way to get them but you guys stopped me to order some more wine.» A simple, «Ok will do,» could have sufficed, but he didn’t feel like being tipped well that night. After we paid for our meal and he picked up the black books with his tips inside, the lad just disappeared into the night. I needed a tall refill on my iced water as my thirst was very real. If Orjon hates his life and he wants to share his disdain for the universe with others, I’ll let him have his little cake.
Verdict: Not worth the drive all the way from Sugar Land, but will come back if any of my hipster friends want to have a dinner party here again.
Place rating: 3
Houston, TX
I’ve come here twice with large groups for someones birthday and just have never been impressed. Both times we were seated outside in the back at a string of picnic tables. There’s nice mood lighting but it feels very casual. Casual isn’t a bad thing for me but the menu prices just don’t reflect casual. Pizzas come in the $ 15-​$ 20 range which really adds up if you get a glass of wine or an appetizer. Food is good but not great. If I’m spending $ 18 dollars on pizza, I’ve have other places in mind.
Service was slow and food takes a pretty long time to come out despite the restaurant being mostly empty. Atmosphere inside seemed a little stuffy. Very relaxed outside with some «bar games» available to play. It’s really nice that they can accommodate large groups, especially in this neighborhood. However, long wait times and high prices will drive me elsewhere
Place rating: 4
Houston, TX
We have been to Crisp 3 or 4 times, all for Sunday brunch. We love the food and will keep coming back. The service is attentive, but not particularly friendly. Not enough to really detract from the experience.
Every time I have been, I have ordered the chicken and waffle breakfast sandwich. Sometimes I pretend that I want to try something different, but I don’t really mean it. It’s THAT good.
My boyfriend usually gets the Braised Short Rib Hash, and he loves it. This last time, though, he DID try something different. He got the burger, and now he swears he’ll get the burger every time. I had eaten ¼ of my chicken and waffle sandwich, when I looked over and saw him put the last bite of his burger in his mouth. I guess he liked it.
The sake bloody marys are delicious, with a skewer of pickled vegetables laying across the top.
The weather this last weekend was gorgeous, so we sat outside on their large patio.
Finally, I tend to be a bit of a point whore, so I like that they have a loyalty program. It keeps us coming back.
Place rating: 4
San Diego, CA
I came here for brunch last minute. They asked if we had reservations. Which we did not. Luckily they still sat us. I guess if you are coming here maybe you should expect to plan ahead for brunch. I did see someone having a baby shower here during my visit so maybe they were expecting alot of reservations.
We sat outside on picnic tables. They were nice. I saw some people with their kids. So it might be a kid friendly brunch place. The Mimosa carafes were $ 12 which wasn’t bad. This place is a wine and beer establishment so don’t expect a full bar. I tried the chicken and waffles and I swear 2 days later I still feel full. Huge portions! My sister had the monte cristo pizza from the brunch menu and it was amazing!
Place rating: 4
Houston, TX
Not sure why I haven’t reviewed this place yet! Come here all the time to take clients to lunch or coworkers from out of town to dinner! Amazing spot and they’ve opened a huge patio so cheers to that!
I would give 2.5 stars for the wait staff. They’re not so friendly and not attentive as they should be. I’ve worked in the restaurant industry so I get it can get busy, but when it’s not busy at all and you’re not checking on your table– that’s a problem.
Food though is AMAZING! Their truffle fries are pretty basic, but awesome.
Lunch specials are under $ 10! I mean come on– a crab bisque AND a small pizza?! The salmon BLT also amazing. Something about the perfectly cooked salmon and crunchy bacon just sets your tastes on another level. My regular order is the duck leg, beet and goat cheese salad! The way the goat cheese and beets pair with the arugula– mmmMm! The duck leg is friend with Dr Pepper?! Idk but it’s good.
So all together the place is near, great HH (I think half off wine bottles on Weds?) and greet area to be in.
Place rating: 3
Houston, TX
I’ve been here a few times for happy hour and dinner. The marinara and goat cheese dip with cheese-​covered garlic bread is a great accompaniment to booze, but it only came with four slices. That was not enough bread. Overall, they have an ok happy hour deal with $ 2 off beer and wine. They used to have the discounted beer flight deals every week night, but now it seems they’re only doing that on Fridays. They have nightly specials that can give you a little more bang for the buck. Somehow, I have not made it on a Monday for the buy one pizza, get a second one for half off.
The patio is really great in warmer weather. There’s a fountain, ping pong table, and a couple of wooden swings. Just be careful during happy hour — there’s usually at least one child at every table and they tend to run loose.
Place rating: 5
Corpus Christi, TX
Gluten Free Review
I randomly found this place on Unilocal under «Gluten-​Free Restaurants» within Houston Heights. It turned out to be some of the best gluten free food I’ve had yet! And there’s free valet parking as well!
Was seated immediately when I visited around 9PM Saturday night and promptly greeted by my friendly waitress and brought water for the table. Gluten-​free items are clearly noted on the menu, but I was disappointed when I learned that one dish — the Lone Star Beer Chicken — was not in fact gluten free although it was marked as such. Do they use gluten free beer or something? I need to email them and ask them or request that they remove it some how which I highly doubt. This could cause some pain for a person!
I ordered a bottle of wine with dinner and it was very tasty and reasonably priced. The Truffle Parm Fries that I had for an appetizer which were so damn tasty that as I write this I’m thinking of going back just for that! I also got the buffalo meat entrée which was some of the most melt in your mouth nom I’ve had in such a long time. It was perfeclty cooked and had an excellent flavor that went well with the Polenta. Definitely an A+ on food tastiness!
Summary: The restaurant is awesome, clean, and the staff is excellent and the food is great.
Just make sure the items you select are actually gluten-​free and don’t trust the menu! I will update once I hear back from management.