Tips

The Extras: The bar menu at Sidebar is ample, but for a memorable date night, book a table at Gravitas to sample more of Chef Jason Gould's exciting menu.
by Citysearch on April 05, 2008 from Citysearch
On the Menu: Gravitas has developed a reputation for its fries, mussels and fish.
by Citysearch on April 05, 2008 from Citysearch

Editorial Reviews

In Short Chef Scott Tycer, owner of Houston's Pic restaurant, and Executive Chef Jason Gould opened Gravitas in the 1930s-era warehouse and storefront where Antone's Famous Po'Boys once operated. The building was completely renovated and modernized, though with a respectful nod to the past. The menu features classic hearty dishes, including pan-fried trout, smoked duck salad, braised barbecue ...
Rated 4.45 stars by Citysearch on April 05, 2008 from Citysearch
The Gravitas restaurant bar is transformed into a weekend party scene with DJ Sun and entertainment by sexy 30-somethings.
Rated 3.5 stars by Citysearch on April 05, 2008 from Citysearch
Foodies and socialites come in droves to this industrial cinderblock building near downtown. Spacious and noisy, the bistro is decked out in warm hardwood floors, mesquite tables and a sprawling chalkboard wine list packed with global choices. Sit down to fresh crusty sourdough bread from owner Scott Tycer's Kraftsmen Bakers and dip into the extra-virgin olive oil and ducas seeds (a mix of almonds ...
by gayot on July 02, 2007 from gayot
Blue-chip chef-owner Scott Tycer's svelte, minimalist redo of the Houston sandwich joint known as Antone's Famous Po'Boys & Deli is a raucous blast. And the food, minus a bobble or three, has the same fizzy effect. Chef Jason Gould turns out soulful bistro classics (yummy steak frites, melting boeuf bourguignon), along with such market specials as smokey pork chops with read cabbage or corvina with ...
by houstonchronicle on April 11, 2007 from houstonchronicle