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Downtown is definitely the new "in" place to host an event around Houston, whether you are looking to host a formal wedding, a casual breakfast, business luncheon or an association meeting. One hot spot that is flexible enough to provide something that meets just about everyone's needs is Houston Center.

As an event location, Houston Center offers the best of all worlds to an event planner. Access to covered parking, convenience to the Theatre District, sporting events and the George R. Brown Convention Center and a variety of catering and dining choices. Houston Center also has an additional bonus of being just a quick sky bridge away from the Four Seasons Hotel for events requiring overnight stays.

The Shops at Houston Center has created a food court that features over 15 dining options and seating for more than 600 which provides ample opportunity to create exciting events like a children's birthday party with a carnival theme, a holiday party or an adult after-hours work event with plenty of room for the entire company. The food court is adjacent to two outdoor balconies which overlook the new urban park located directly across from the George R. Brown Convention Center. Combined, the balconies hold approximately 200 guests varying upon catering setups.

In addition to food court options, Houston Center also provides several sit-down dining choices with cuisines ranging from Tex-Mex and Texas style cooking to comfort dining and seafood. Ninfa's provides the best of Tex-Mex with a great facility for an after-hours party or a rehearsal dinner with the best margaritas around! The Ninfa's name is synonymous with quality and they provide turnkey catering with excellent menu options and down home customer service. A recent renovation opened up the location to allow for even more comfortable and roomy seating for parties of all sizes up to 170.

Massa's Seafood Grill is another well-known local restaurant at Houston Center which touts a devout following. Corporate events are handled here just as smoothly as wedding receptions due to years of experience. With an impressive menu that is updated regularly and a wait staff that is trained in exceptional customer service, every event hosted is turnkey for the party host. Longhorn Cafe Uptown is an expert at hosting large events whether coordinating an after work happy hour for the office or a party for 300 celebrating a special event. With the flexibility to create menus and an expert event staff, parties at Longhorn go off without a hitch. With the Texas themed décor, party planners can coordinate an event for rodeo just as easily as for a casual rehearsal dinner with little effort in regards to decoration!

As evidenced by the diverse dining options and creative event locales, Houston Center is an event planners dream. With skilled party planners available at each sit-down restaurant and several party location alternatives in-house with differing level of formality, every event came be as unique and as special as the planner! Nearby florists make arrangements easy to "arrange", cabs available across the street at the Four Seasons Hotel and convenient METRO and Trolley routes, as well as the light rail which is just a 2 block walk, make transportation a breeze for guests no matter their preference of arrival. For additional details, please call 713.655.5581.