Best vegan restaurant in Houston! So good you wouldn't know it's vegan;) Just Falafel is more than just falafels! From beet burgers to quesadillas, to tumeric tea to yummy chocolatey desserts, this place is delicious! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant has a modern vibe. There is care, an attention to detail and a good energy you sense throughout the place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You can tell the small business owners have poured their hearts into it. The service was exceptional! They took really good care of us. Normally, I don't leave reviews, but this restaurant definitely deserves 5 stars. From the mouthwatering, delicious food to the thoughtful service, the restaurant is infused with excellence, kindness, and love! read more

just falafel vegan cafe was such a delight. [[HIGHLIGHT]]the decor is inviting and cozy. it feels like an escape, some where calm and peaceful.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] their motto is "be kind to every kind", an di wholeheartedly love this message. i am also happy to report that it is vegan, and you can dine-in or carry out. in addition to that, they also have a full bar. i ordered the beet burger and marsala fries. i love veggie burgers and i love beets; naturally i ordered the beet burger. it was great! it was filled with robust flavors and was very filling. definitely recommend visiting if you are the area, the service is extremely hospitable. bonné appétit read more

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Pretty solid spot ! I always drive by on 610 and seeing their sign, wondering what this is about. I committed to it today ! It's has a good amount of parking spots, sharing with other businesses but shouldn't be an in issue. Upon entry, you can choose to eat there or order to go. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place doesn't smell like a Mediterranean restaurant, like the name would suggest.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It has plenty of options. I chose a falafel wrap and a lentil soup. The wrap tasted good. The falafels weren't too dry. The sauce was a bit watery. They finish the assembly by pressing it on a pan. Unfortunately, one side was warm, the other was still cold, so holding that wrap was a bit strange. I also wished it was cut in half or using a thicker paper for how messy this can be. The lentil soup is on the watery side. Good amount of lentils, a few bits of celery and carrots. The other soup is creamier, so I'll look for it next time. They were serving a pasta dish and some salads were ordered and looked yum. Overall meal cost me about $20 ($13+7, if my memory serves me right). Kind gesture to serve me a cup of iced water without asking. So yes, I'll be back! read more

Just Falafel Vegan Cafe - Lentil soup - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was frustrating. The nachos tasted off, service was inattentive (had to repeatedly ask for water), and my dessert order was never brought out. As a ClassPass user, I expected to be treated like any other paying customer. I want to edit- my sister did pay and purchase the desi falfel plate and a chocolate mousse (which never came). Regardless you don't treat customers like that. read more

Very underrated falafel spot! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a nice restaurant right off the highway.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I like the interiors and it had its own parking lot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu was super interesting, they also have chipotle style bowls that you can customize and make your own. I got a custom bowl with jackfruit as my protein! Very unique and delicious! It tasted just like regular carnitas. The service was outstanding. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The music was good.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Falafels: 8/10 Salad Bowl: 7.5/10 read more

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Amazing vegan spot! Loved the options I tried, including the drinks and desserts. I like the variety and the fact that it's not limited to just middle eastern variety is great! Our server, was so patient and spent the time explaining the options and clearly liked his work. read more

Just Falafel Vegan Cafe - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

My new favorite is close to my work, special for my lunch's break[[HIGHLIGHT]]s. Great atmosphere, excellent service and the food and drinks amazing, I'll be back so[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]on. They will charge an 18% for Dine in, which I found fair for the amazing service. read more

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I had an amazing experience at this vegan restaurant. The food tasted fresh, and you could really tell the ingredients were high quality. The tacos were the highlight. The vegan taco meat had a great texture and rich savory flavor that honestly felt like I was eating regular meat. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant also has a welcoming sit-down atmosphere with excellent service, making the whole dining experience enjoyable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you're vegan, or even just curious to try plant-based food. I highly recommend this place. You won't miss the meat, and you'll leave impressed by the freshness and quality. Wish I had taken pictures. read more

Beautiful vegan meal. Gluten free options available. Absolutelyoved the atmosphere and everything we ate was delicious. read more

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The food was ok. (It made my stomach hurt after eating.)The owner is a nice guy, but most of the food prep staff and servers don't speak English. We've been here multiple times, but won't be back again. As they've adapted a mandatory 20% tip (service fee) to the bill. I don't think this is proper restaurant culture for this level of establishment. When I asked about it the gentleman(regular worker) said, "The owner couldn't keep any servers they kept quitting so he has decided mandatory tips would assure they get paid enough. read more

This was an unexpected, and delightful find, on the service road just inside the Loop near Westheimer. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the outside, I expected to walk into a little shopping center diner. What we walked into, was a chic bar setting, with various seating arrangements, including trios of love seats around tables, in lieu of booths.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]My girlfriend thought it was romantic.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] At first, I thought it was a salad bar where one would order a bowl and take it to a table, but we were soon seated and handed menus. There is no animal protein offered, hence the name: "just Falafel". What we got was a culinary delight! A robust lentil soup, a gorgeous beet hummus, and a beautiful rice pilaf topped with roasted tomatoes, onions, and falafel. Although we did not try any of the cocktails, the offerings looked really good. My girlfriend got a delicious spiced mocha with cinnamon, and cayenne! read more

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Upon arriving, I was wondering if it was a salad bar like chipotle ordering but a waitress eventually gave me a menu and said I could sit wherever and said I could do a bowl if I wanted. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I liked the decor it was a nice chill vibe[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and I was hungry and honestly should have ordered a larger order because my tacos didn't really fill me up. I was waiting to see if I would be asked if I wanted dessert but the guy was just hanging around until I finally got up to pay. I would have ordered more if asked but they didn't so I just left. Maybe next time I can try other items as the reviews look pretty good. read more

A friend and I got together for brunch and decided to check this place out early one Sunday Morning. I was running a bit late starting my Sunday, so didn't get a chance to make my own coffee, which was fine because thankfully this place serves some! Except that when we got there we were informed that they had just opened at 10am, (we got there at 10:15am) and they had no bartender on site. The coffee machine was in the bar vicinity and no one working at that time knew how to work the coffee maker. My friend and I were super sad, and we really are caffeine fiends, so we left to get some coffee from a place nearby. We got back an hour later, caffeinated and happier, and lo and behold a bartender was there! I know this place is new, and while I don't understand not planning for coffee fiends for Sunday Brunch, I am sure they are figuring things out, so they get a pass. When you enter you get seated and get a menu, but there's also the option to order from a salad/bowl bar. My friend opted for that while I ordered the desi falafel plate. My friend also ordered a rose coffee/tea thing they had and she loved it so much she wanted to get a second before heading home. Our food came out quickly and was pretty good. Lots of sauce options were also provided, and I love a good sauce. We ordered table friend (hello, Joey) and they were so fresh, also they had that thing going on that I find so rare- crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. Love me a good fry like that! My desi falafel tasted unique, and I enjoyed it, but I did find something lacking and found I needed the sauces to make that dish more serviceable. Still, I can see myself going back and trying more things. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Also I love the signage inside this place- so cute- be kind to every kind. Just love that concept![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Just Falafel Vegan Cafe - Masala Fries - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Checked out this vegan cafe because of a friend's recommendation and was extremely satisfied! I visited on a Saturday afternoon and it wasn't super busy. Parking was okay. Service was spectacular. I ordered the gyro wrap. It was super filling and flavorful! The texture of the gyro replacement felt as if it was actual gyro. Such a great and hidden gem! read more

Just Falafel Vegan Cafe - Gyro Wrap - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This place should be packed out the door.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Came here around 9 on a Thursday and was so glad it closes at 11. Most vegan places are closed early. Let me start by saying Ravi is such an amazing server, he really carried The Whole experience!! From his recommendations, to his playful banter, he was amazing!! Now the food... WOW. The portion sizes are huge!! Prices range from 10-20 and everything so good from the guac, has a nice spice kick, to the hummus trio which was sooooo good. To the star of the show the falafel plate. Honestly was genuinely surprised it was so good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It is so chic and has a beautiful aesthetic and ambiance as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Mint lemonade was fresh and wonderful. Will be back often. read more

Amazing selection of jain and vegan food! Jain falafel, tahini, hummus. Also food was a bit mild, a bit more spice would've been good. There were some mistakes on the receipt and the wait was quite long for the burgers and fries. Also it would be helpful if they mentioned which add-ons are additional cost (e.g. protein for the Mediterranean pasta) read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Stopped in on my way from an appointment and was pleasantly surprised with how beautiful it was inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute photo ops areas, nice service, and fresh food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I loved that they offer pink coconut water read more

Just Falafel Vegan Cafe - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

looking for a nearby vegan restaurant and found this place. I went for the hummus, but ended up getting the pasta with feta instead. I was not disappointed! In fact, I ate half of it and saved the other half for my flight back home. Something to look forward to! Flavorful and filling. It comes with two garlic bread slices. I would suggest that they heat it up more as it wasn't very hot when I received it, including the bread. There were many options that I would've liked to try, but one can only afford so much. I did order two baklava's to go, the chocolate and pistachio. I tried them later at home so it's hard to say what it would've been like if I ate it right away versus when I did eat it. They were pretty good, but I preferred the pistachio over the chocolate. The chocolate was a bit too dry. I do think they could've put more syrup on them to make it a little more sweeter as It was not very sweet at all. I really do love their ambience here! A really good place to get together with friends and catch up over a nice meal! The owner's husband checked on me a few times which I appreciated! He was very nice and gave me a sample of their gyro, which is delicious by the way. I definitely would come back & I suggest you give this place a try! We need to support our vegan restaurants as it is a struggle with any restaurant to stay alive in this economy. But this restaurant definitely is worth it! read more

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The food and Service is always amazing, one of our favorite go to spots! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sad to see it's always empty when we come.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]But the Ambiance is so great perfect for date nights![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Doing some events here would be so awesome! Maybe a Vegan Social, or something similar would be great! I want to meet more vegans and support awesome local businesses. Too many Vegan places are disappearing sadly. read more

*Actual visit was actually a few weeks ago* I immediately decided to try this place out as soon as I saw they offer no onion, no garlic options and I dragged a friend (omnivore, but will try everything once) along with me. As a note, I'm an allium free vegetarian and vegan eateries are often a challenge because they rely so much on alliums. The place is located off the feeder road of 610 on the first floor to a multilevel building, so it is pretty convenient with a shared parking lot. It's unassuming but they were definitely going for the Instagram vibe. Nice and airy, modern, and clean with an open kitchen. They gave out gyro samples (which I couldn't have) to get feedback on. Well, turns out it is (was) during the soft opening stage. They were planning on making a separate no onion/garlic menu for Jains but for now, they just have a short note under a few dishes. I was originally interested in the loaded falafel nachos, but he said that the falafel wrap was probably better. Turns out their main allium-free sauce is the spicy tahini sauce. I hope they expand it! As it is, I got the: FALAFEL WRAP: pretty good and perfectly filling (as in not too filling but I also didn't feel hungry). It was a little dry, but they brought over a small cup of extra sauce for dipping halfway through. Please do that, because it was a good move. TRUFFLE FRIES: my friend got this with the intention of sharing. We did it after they said that all their fries were allium free. Well, turns out they mean the fries base because they load it up because that sauce? There was a definite strong odor. I dug deep because the sauce is only on top and they were good! The fake parm was very flavorful, as vegan parm usually is, but it worked well! DESI FALAFEL PLATE: if I could have anything on the menu, I would have chosen this one. My friend did instead. :) It was epic! Considering how this is only a few dollars more than my wrap, this is definitely the better deal. I didn't really try it but it was a nice spread. My friend thought it was good but was confused by the huge onion halves in the middle. We were getting full but needed some caffeine so we got drinks after: SWEET FLOWERS LATTE - my friend got this. It's supposed to have rose and lavender notes but the lavender overpowered it. Not bad, but could have more oomph. ROSE BUSH MACCHIATO - yep, you can taste the rose and it isn't too strong. The caffeine level was great. I liked this drink! Overall, staff was nice? They only had one person on the floor (maybe a manager/owner) so service was slow as soon as they got more than 2 tables. I loved how they were offering Jain options but it was mostly limited to falafel, egg, and sides. The fun items were not available to me. I was thrilled to eat falafel I didn't need to make myself! That was nice. I got 12 falafels to go to have my family try them out. Hubby thought they were fine, but that's just what he says to everything but coffee. Picky daughter ate half and my youngest (multiple food allergies including wheat, peanuts, eggs, tree nuts, and avocado) made a face. He has texture preferences and I guess falafel didn't do it. I'm mostly glad there's another place we can go to for food. Thank you for thinking of us people who don't eat alliums! read more

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My husband and I decided to try this spot while we were in the Galleria area, and were so glad we did! [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a very cute place with a nice, chill vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had the beetroot burger, and my husband ordered the wrap, both were amazingly delicious. The fresh cut fries were a perfect addition. The customer service was amazing and everything felt welcoming and relaxed. The menu price range from $10-$30, which is very reasonable for the quality. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

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Wow, delicious vegan food! Everything we ordered was delicious! We had the cold lavender matcha drink with soy milk (really nice hint of lavender), green goddess soup and lentil soup, crispy baked Mac and cheese, gyro wrap, jackfruit carnitas tacos, desi falafel plate, and just egg scramble. Every dish we tried was absolutely delicious. Will definitely be back! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]As first time customers to this wonderful establishment, my wife and I were met with profound service, an elegant yet simple environment, and of course, amazingly healthy food![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We travel worldwide often and fancy a bit of vegan cooking ourselves; to enjoy delicious food outside of the home is truly a blessing! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambience here is delightful and the service is as warm as family.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] So many places to choose from and few to appease, Just Falafel Vegan cafe hits the top of our world charts for great dining! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nestled in an important epicenter of Houston, we've enjoyed the privilege of discovering such a beautiful place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Thank you all who make JFVC such an astounding retreat! From our home to yours, with love. Respectfully, Gracious wanderers and lovers of life. read more

So so so excited about this addition to the Houston vegan scene. I personally don't like falafel but was excited to read the menu and see that it includes sandwiches, pastas, kababs and soups! (All of which I ordered because I have no self control) Everything I got was incredible. The menu has obviously been meticulously crafted and perfected. Each dish was unique but equally as flavorful and beautifully presented. The atmosphere was incredible and well thought out.. even down to the coffee mugs matching the accent wall. So impressive. The restaurant was extremely classy and comfortable, versatile enough to be perfect for date night or study sessions. Service was friendly and knowledgeable. I had the joy of meeting the owner and it's clear he and his wife have poured an incredible amount of thought and passion into this place. I saw plenty of gluten free, nut free, and Jain friendly options to serve any of these dietary restrictions. They also have a full bar, which is so exciting! Their espresso martini is the best I've ever had and the bar itself is gorgeous. I can't recommend this place enough. 10/10 read more

Just Vegan Falafel Cafe - A Must-Visit Vegan Spot! * Finally Pulled Up & Was NOT Let Down! Been meaning to check out this spot, and WOW--totally worth it! * Vibe & Setting: The energy here is on point. The space is warm, inviting, and just the right mix of cozy and vibrant. Definitely a spot you can chill, eat, and vibe out. * Food is Fire! I had the quesadilla trio because I wanted to peep their proteins, and let me tell you--DELICIOUS! Flavor was on point, textures were amazing, and everything was perfectly balanced. Definitely getting it again. * Customer Service = 10/10: The ownership and staff? Absolutely unmatched. So welcoming, so hospitable--felt like I was a VIP guest the whole time. * Final Verdict? Just Vegan Falafel Cafe is one of those places you go once and immediately start planning your next visit. Can't wait to go back! #VeganHouston #JustVeganFalafelCafe #VeganEats #HoustonVegan #PlantBasedGoodness #VeganFoodie #EatMorePlants #VeganQuesadilla #VeganComfortFood #VeganLove read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great service, really great food and ambiance![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My meat eating fam can't wait to visit again for more tasty vegan delights. read more

Okay! Still 5 stars! I went back and tried the falafel nachos! Omg sooo good! I also tried the tumeric rice. Not bad but not my fave!These are also 10/10. Think about a deconstructed gyro! I think I have found my new fave Mediterranean spot. Also did I say the interior is soo cute! When I went this go round mid day there was no one there and there is plenty of seating! read more

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So happy to have a lovely vegan option in the middle of it all! The menu is extensive with some really fabulous options, that I can never make a decision without a sprinkling of FOMO haha! I LOVE the shredded/pulled jackfruit "carnitas" tacos! Fresh, plentiful, delicious. The staff is so nice--I even met the chef/owner (well, the mom of the owner, but the mother is the MOTHER of all things!). The decor is fresh, clean, minimalist, organic, and bright. Sit down service or counter to-go. Even if you're not vegan, this should be a regular rotation for most due to low amount of processed foods and the high quality of the meals themselves! read more

Just Falafel Vegan Cafe - Interior - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

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We love coming here. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Atmosphere is amazing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The food is always fresh. Owner is very passionate about his restaurant and you can tell in the details. Everything on the menu is great. You can dine in or go straight to the café style and build your own wrap or bowl. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Place just got TVs set up ready for the NBA playoffs and world cup[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

This place is amazing! Pros: #1 great service, he took our picuter #2 [[HIGHLIGHT]]love the style of the restaurant[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] #3 food was nice and hot #4 food was delicious #5 [[HIGHLIGHT]]very clean[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] #6 [[HIGHLIGHT]]open late[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] #7 100 % vegan #8 great parking Cons: Zero cons Definitely coming back! read more

I ordered the kebab plate, which was delicious and wonderfully flavored. The service was fast and top notch; met the owner/manager and he was really accommodating and just an all around nice guy. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place was very clean with nice furniture and decor selection.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Just Falafel Vegan Cafe - Kebab - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

Loved this place. Warm, friendly, relaxed and delicious and healthy food. My new go to for business lunch near the Galleria. Lest I forget, easy in and out along the frontage road vs traversing Westheimer Rd. read more

Just Falafel Vegan Cafe - Soup and salad with a side of falafel to take home. - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

I love to go there wen I want something creamy like Mac and cheese and delicious burger the taste is incredible I'm not a vegan person but I love it. The humus is so creamy and the sweet potato fries taste amazing, the coffee white spices is delicious, the micheladas are amazing and the matcha is make it from scratch the owner make the time to make this delicious menu and everything fresh every day read more

I don't get on here to review restaurants often, but I had to make an exception today. This afternoon a very new friend and I met to have lunch and Just Falafel could not have been more perfect and I'm not even vegetarian! Firstly, when I walked in, I was pleasantly surprised by the decor being so inviting and chic. I love a restaurant booth, but even the tables looked comfortable and lend themselves to staying and enjoying your meal and your time. Shah (the owner?), waited on us and asked about allergies, which I unfortunately have so I'm always grateful to be asked. The menu was very allergy friendly and even if Shah wasn't there to lend his expert knowledge, I could clearly see menu each item's allergens, if any. We started with the hummus appetizer that was fresh and topped with cucumbers, tomatoes(?), olives and parsley. It was an elevated presentation on the typical hummus offering--it will be hard to go back to regular hummus after this. I had the Desi plate and the falafel was flavorful and perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside-- served over fluffy rice. My friend had the jackfruit tacos and was equally happy with her order. The food styling included unique wooden serving plates and you could tell the owner took time to find what would perfectly work with the food and the restaurant interior. I used to do hospitality interior design--this place is what you want to see in a locally owned business--cohesive all the way through from the food to the interior with welcoming service. They have two really cute instagram moments for pics, a full bar and coffee bar, and a patio!! It's such a great neighborhood addition. As we wrapped up our lunch, Shah treated us to the best chai either of us have ever had. The clay cup it was served in was beautiful and the perfect end to the meal. I can't wait to go back and take more friends. read more

Pleasantly surprised by this vegan restaurant. We had a party of 7 and tiried various dishes. They were all delicious. We would not have guessed they were all vegan. The food was full of flavors. Also need to note that the coffee and tea drinks are amazing as well. The decor is modern and fresh. We will be back for a drinks and desserts on another day. Yes, they serve alcohol. Highly recommend this place. read more

Just Falafel Vegan Cafe - Vegan Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I had flown into town, it was getting late and my sister was looking for a place that might have vegan options. I was dubious, since it was almost 11pm. She found this place, and they were getting ready to close. We asked if it were too late to order something to go, and the owner said we should really eat there because the food would taste better (probably the mix of hot/cold items in the wraps that wouldn't taste the same later. He said they'd be closing up but we'd have 30 minutes. We got wraps, where we could pick from a wide selection of fillings, and sat down to eat. Everything was so fresh and tasty, the the spicy sauce I got with mine was also really good. I believe it's a husband and wife team who own and run this restaurant, the man, Shah, was there and he came over and talked with us. He told us some history of the place and the experience of having a vegan restaurant in Texas. He was very kind, very genuine. I'm glad we went at night (although next time we'll get there earlier!) because it had such a nice ambience. It's so well designed, the colors are perfect, the furnishings are great, and the lighting is low so the place just seemed to sparkle. It's very cosy and cute. Next time I'll take pictures, I didn't see any up here that captured the charm as I saw it. TLDR-this place is a gem, and I dare say many would like it even if they weren't vegan. The quality and flavor of the food is sublime. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Clean & quiet ambience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Food is great. Drink selection is excellent. Service even better!!! read more

Great food and ambience. Parking could be a pain depending on time of day but that Houston for you. Don't miss out on this place. Give them a try. read more

I've been here a number of times and the food is always alright but the service always exceptional . Recently I've noticed that any time I tip the employees at this location it's always denied or made to understand that they aren't allowed to receive tips. I love this place and would love so much more to be able to thank the hard working women and employees who work so hard to provide the amazing service. I would imagine that under the FLSA that the tips the business is receiving would be provided solely to the employee as it is their sole property by law. I'd be happy to know that these employees are receiving the gratuity that we as customers are making sure we provide them with in exchange for the great seevice, but it doesn't seem like they are. read more

Falafel was dry and rice was bland no seasoning. I will not be back. Service was nice.