Meet the chef
Danny Trace
Executive Chef Danny Trace joined Potente and Osso & Kristalla in 2017.
The story behind the kitchen →Modern Italian · Downtown Houston
Sophisticated
atmosphere.
Elevated dining.
Daily seafood selections, homemade pastas and USDA steaks. An evening at Potente.
1515 Texas Ave, HoustonDINNER · MON–SAT
POTENTE / HOUSTON, TEXAS
SPAGHETTI AL TARTUFO NEROAt the table
Italian roots.
Houston spirit.
The menu features daily seafood selections, homemade pastas and USDA steaks. The kitchen is overseen by Executive Chef Danny Trace.
Potente focuses on sourcing local products whenever possible and uses only the highest quality ingredients.
Discover our menus →In good company
“One of the Best Pastas
in the Country”
Food Network · November 2020“Top Italian Restaurants
in Houston”
Houston Chronicle · 2025Diner’s Choice
Restaurant
OpenTable · 2025Make it an occasion
A space for
something special.
Thank you for considering Potente for your special occasion. No matter the need for your event, we will ensure we create the most memorable experience for you and your guests.
Explore Private Dining →
Beyond our dining room
Potente, at your place.
For intimate dinner parties, birthdays or any other celebrations, we bring our chefs and service team to your home or other location.
Explore Catering →On the calendar
Evenings to look forward to.
Give an evening at Potente
Good taste. Beautifully given.
Find us downtown
Your evening
starts here.
1515 Texas Ave
Houston, TX 77002
Dining roomMonday–Saturday · 5–10 PM
BarOpens at 4:30 PM · Closed Sunday
Happy HourWeekdays · 5–7 PM in the bar
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