What to order at Coltivare

Must order
The Margherita pizza and whichever pasta is on the day's board. Salads come from the back garden.
Signature dishes
Wood-fired pizza, Garden salad from the on-site beds
Editor tip
Walk-in only. Get there before 6pm or be ready to wait at the bar for 90 minutes.
CuisineItalian, Wood-fired
Price$$
NeighborhoodThe Heights
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Location

Address: 3320 White Oak Dr, Houston, TX 77007

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