Rosie Cannonball

The way Rosie Cannonball was first described to me was the kind of date friendly restaurant where I could go back to enjoy a New York vibes with equally quality Euro style foods. The bad news is that this reminds me nothing of NYC. The good news is I still enjoyed the overall experience and hold the place in high regard.The setting is modern yet casual and it looks like an ideal place for all occasions. I saw dates, work dinner groups with a smattering of young and old faces in a fairly open dining area with a nice bar, booths along the edge, and a tiny open kitchen. Bonus points for a super clean bathroom and complimentary valet. I managed to find street parking as well as space in the nearby lot.One of Houston's biggest food holes is the lack of abundant European (#1) cuisine and on some level, Rosie Cannonball does its best to fill this void with a multitude of Italian inspired dishes. The first kudos I give is to their cocktails ($14) which were among the highlights of the evening. I was impressed with their extensive mocktail ($10) list and really happy with their wine selection.On an appetizer front, the charred broccoli ($14) was so simple, but had a nice smokey crunch. The marinated beets ($20) were refreshing and beautifully presented. The scallop crudo ($18) and steak tartare ($22) were misses for me, but I would consider ordering them again. My group and I were particularly happy with the focaccia di recco ($22), which was a pizza-like flatbread stuffed with mortadella and rabiola cheese with a super generous honey drizzle. It almost reminded me of a phyllo consistency, but was sweet, savory, and salty all in one bite.For our mains, we enjoyed a several pizzas, which included the pepperoni pizza ($20), cacio e pepe ($20), and clam ($22). They were "fine" but did not stand out enough for me to consider ordering more. The pastas were much of the same, cavatelli alla bolognese ($18) tasting a tad flat and the blue crab carbonara ($26) feeling more creamy than crabby. I was extremely excited for the penne alla vodka ($34), seeing as many Italian places here don't even have it, but aside from the flaming show, it felt like a routine baked pasta dish with not enough vodka sauce.Service was lovely overall. The wait staff came by often, was pleasant each time and was solid with making recommendations. They were quite honest with me about the shortcomings with certain dishes and I really appreciate the transparency.Reservations aren't required, but are highly recommended. A perfect time to come here would be during their happy hour, which includes a generous 20% off the entire check. __________(#1) Yes, all of them. Take your pick.

My friend made reservations here for my birthday and it was absolutely perfect. The service was fantastic, our waiter made great recs, offered complementary Lambrusco, and was very attentive. We had cocktails, cacio e Pepe pizza, and bolognese. I did not remember to take a picture. However we did split the meal and ate every single bit of it. The portion was a great size and I will be dreaming about that bolognese for days. Dessert was paired with espresso martinis. It was very hard choosing which one I liked best because they were both phenomenal but the honey cake was perfection.

I've been wanting to go to this place since forever and we finally made it here for dinner. We didn't have a reservation and got a high table overseeing the kitchen and pizza oven. All the food coming from the kitchen looked so delicious. It made it really hard to decide what to get. The waiter was helpful and patient with our indecision. Turned out that all our food choices ended up being great.

We've been to Rosie a couple times and are fans! During this time we visited with some friends, so we were able to try a few different things. To start, we got a few drinks - which were good, but nothing to write home about.We started with the focaccia di recco without meat. Which was interesting- I wished I saw a picture in advance because it was not what I was expecting. It was more like light flatbread with honey and cheese. It was okay.We got two pizzas - the Cacio e Pepe pizza is what we visit for and it's great! The other margarita like pizza was just okay. Their crust is pretty yummy for what it's worth. We decided to get a side of their grilled carrots - which was INCREDIBLE. Even the folks at the table who were making fun of the fact that we ordered a side of carrots were blown away by them. Get them! It was definitely the best thing we had all night.We finished it off with a couple desserts- the chocolate hazelnut tort was delicious. Honey cake was okay too! And they were very nice to bring a cookie out for one of our birthdays.We will definitely be back to get the Cacio e Pepe pizza and maybe to try more of their vegetable sides!

Cannonball me.Went in for a birthday celebration for the bestie. She's been before and we had a 5:30 pm reservation.Valet parking. Complimentary (tips).The ambiance was nice. There was a mix of people dressed very casual, casual (jeans), and then nice dinner attire. My friend said they were known for their happy hour drinks but neither one of us really drink so we did mocktails.We had the Rosie Rivera. Delicious. Would def order again.We started off with the yellowtail crudo and blistered bean salad. We also ordered the cacio & pepe pizza and the gtilled redfish.Yellowtail crudo - (raw), this was so delicately delicious, the flavors worked well together, def recommendBlistered bean salad - I hate salads BUT I could not get enough of this one. It was so scrumptious. Very addicting. Cacio y pepe pizza - it was more than what I expected, the pizza was perfectly cooked in their brick oven and the ingredients were fresh and not overpoweringGrilled redfish - surprisingly this dish rocked me bc I was so confused by the combination of ingredients, they all complimented each other and the fish was so delicate and flavorfulOverall, the whole experience was a plus plus plus. Our waitress was amazingly attentive but not overdone. She was very friendly. Def recommend everyone give it a try. I will def be returning.

Best. Happy. Hour. EVER! From 9pm-10pm Tues-Sun they have half off ALL alcohol and pizzas! The pepperoni pizza was my favorite! Whoever's playlist they use creates an unmatched vibe. The service is excellent, the atmosphere is so elegant and quiet. Highly recommend for an intimate date night!

Another great experience my second time at Rosie Cannonball. The scallop crudo was good.... But the green bean salad was unbelievable! Love the charred beans and flavors. Definitely recommend getting that dish.

With an infant in tow, a number of restaurants within walkable distance in the Montrose strip were hotly debated until we agreed on this sparkly Italian spot. We chose an umbrella-ed table out front with a prime Houston-trademark view of automobiles and pavement, but we were just happy to be outside on this cool, sunny Saturday morning. Our waiter kindly brought us some complimentary pours of chilled Lambrusco, which further augmented our experience. We watched as cadres of well-dressed young women stepped out of vehicles to engage in the hallowed ritual of brunch. We started with the Yellowtail Crudo, which seemed tailor-made for al fresco dining on a nice day. It was a gorgeous and vibrant plate with sweet orange, crumbled marcona almonds, tart ribbons of apple, and a parsley-infused jus, all of which was lovely... minus the fish. I normally love the buttery and sharp bite of yellowtail, but no matter how conscientiously I chewed the slices, I could not detect any flavor whatsoever. The delicate fish maintained the textural balance of the dish, but it felt like there was a key note missing. The Mushroom Toast was enjoyable if not memorable. The fungi atop thick-cut toast were smoky and spongy, and there was a zesty sauce that added some punch. The Pasta al Limone was far and away the standout dish for me. The spaghetti was bouncy and tender, luxuriating in a sweet, creamy glaze that was uplifted by the bright citrus; the sour relish on top further refined the complex simplicity of this dish. Finally, the Cacio e Pepe Pizza was a potent finish to the meal. The taste was delightfully peppery and funky, but my gripe is mostly with the consistency. The paper-thin crust had become so moist as to sag woefully under its own weight and require a second hand for guidance. The three of us were satisfied but not stuffed. Ultimately, I would categorize Rosie Cannonball as a strong 3/soft 4 out of 5 on the merits of the food alone: a slightly flawed but undeniably enjoyable meal.

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Houston. Wonderful happy hour, drinks, food and pizza. Excellent service and staff and great music. Was this restaurant made for me? Prolly...

Rosie Canonball is known for European comfort food in the heart of Montrose and is one of my favorite restaurants in Houston. It was founded by the Goodnight Hospitality group which is behind Montrose Cheese & Wine and MARCH Restaurant. The kitchen is an open concept with live fire and is centered around a wood-burning oven and grill. On the menu, you'll find local vegetables, pastas, pizzas, seafood, and locally-sourced meat. You'll also find an extensive wine list and amazing Italian-influenced cocktails.The parking situation is a bit tough as there isn't a private parking lot. They do offer tipped valet parking. Although they have limited seating outside, there is a lively atmosphere indoors. I would recommend getting a reservation when coming here as it's usually packed.As for the menu, it does tend to change slightly over the seasons. I have tried so many cocktails and dishes at Rosie Canonball, it's been hard to keep track of! Luckily, I wrote some notes below:[COCKTAILS]+Wonderful Performance (vodka, coconut, pineapple, citrus, and eggwhite) for $14 - This tastes like a piña colada! - 4.5/5+Rosie's Old Fashioned (bourbon and cardamom-rhubarb) for $14 - 4/5+Late Monsoon (bourbon, spiced pear, apple, and sparkling wine) for $14 - 4/5+Space Somm (rums, pedro ximenez sherry, passionfruit, and pineapple) for $14 - 4/5+Written & Directed By (old tom gin, amaro, oloroso sherry, and italicus) for $14 - 4/5+Featherweight (dry vermouth, genepy, chartreuse, apricot, and citrus) for $14 - 4/5+Antilles Hour (rhum agricole, cocchi americano, banana, and absinthe) for $14 - 3.5/5[MOCKTAILS]+Safe & Sound (pineapple, citrus, peach, and spices) for $10 - 4.5/5+All Together (seedlip spice 94, citrus, and passionfruit) for $10 - 4/5+Rosie Riviera (grapefruit, pomegranate, and soda) for $10 - I wished this had more carbonation in it as it has soda. It also feels like this would be better chilled. - 3/5[STARTERS & SHARES]+Focaccia di Recco (Warm flatbread with mortadella & robiola cheese) for $22 - 5/5+Tuna Crudo (pomegranate agrodolce, citrus, and salsa verde) for $20 - 4.5/5+Burrata & Fire Roasted Tomato (confit garlic, cuquillo olive gremolata, and baguette) for $20 - 4/5[VEGETABLES]+Blistered Bean Salad (pea shoots, shallots, fresno peppers, olives, and candied almonds) for $16 - 4.5/5+Marinated Beets (burrata, sunflower seed vinaigrette, oleppo honey, and pain de campagne for $18 - 4/5+Melon & Cucumber Salad (colatura, colabrian chili crisp, and ricotta salato) for $18 - 4/5+Grilled Romaine (green garlic dressing, boquerones, parmesan, and breadcrumbs) for $16 - 3.5/5[PIZZA]+Cacio E Pepe (white souce, formoggi al pepe, and pecorino) for $20 - 5/5+Fennel Sausage & Peppers (colabrian chile, allium cont. scamorza, and fresnos) for $20 - 4/5+Caramelized Onion and Bacon/Date Jam (grand cru gruyere, bacon date jam, and arugula) for $24 - 4/5+Pineapple & Schiacciata (mozzarella, lardo, and hot honey) for $22 - This pizza is really sweet, like a dessert, if you're into that. It's also really soggy. - 3.5/5[PASTA]+Gnocchi (cauliflower, truffle, and balsamic) for $36 - 5/5+Cavatelli Alla Bolognese (lambrusco bolognese and parmigiano reggiano) for $20 - 5/5+Penne Alla Vodka (creamy tomato sauce, caciotto, mozzarella, and latterio cheeses) for $24 - 5/5+Fregula with Clams (saffron, fennel, and chili oil) for $28 - 3/5[FROM THE FIRE]+Grilled Redfish (colatura glaze, butter beans, and chive crème fraîche) for $34 - The butter beans were okay, I think this item could have been better with the choice of sides. - 3.5/5[DESSERT]+The Honey Cake (burnt honey, dulce de leche whipped cream, and crème fraiche gelato) for $14 - 5/5Overall, Rosie Canonball is always an amazing experience. Their pastas are handmade in the morning and taste super fresh by night. The pizzas are cooked in their wood-burning oven and are incredible. If you want to have European comfort food in a lively atmosphere in Houston, Rosie Canonball is your best bet. Highly recommended!