The parking lot is very small that was my only problem. I called and was directed to an additional…read moreparking lot. Great food great service. Thank you stephanie!

Amazing blackened shrimp salad- burgers are also good- reasonably priced. Friendly efficient…read moreservice and the premise is very clean!

I'm doing the Daniel Fast and wanted to go to a restaurant that serves vegan and vegetarian food…read moreand I've found the best one. The servers are very kind and professionally answers questions to explain the food. The inside and outside looks very clean and nice place to sit and eat delicious food. I got Mother Earth bowl and it is so good that I'm already ready to go back soon to get it again. I also saw other entrees that I would like to try. My friend got Forbidden Rice and almost every time she ate it she said " this is so good and tasteful" and I totally agree. She got the chocolate pudding that is vegan she liked it. If you are healthy eating go here!

The different dishes were good. You place your order up front, they give you a table sign, and you…read moreseat yourself. They'll bring the food out once it's done. The place felt like a breakfast joint since they had the breakfast nook seating or like banquette seating. I got calm comforting vibes here. Salad The salad was fresh and was filled with kale. The Volume of the salad was pretty loaded. Stir-Fry Noodles with Chicken It had veggies, chicken, mushrooms, peppers, and cashews. The bowls flavors were balanced and it did not taste like a Chinese stir fry more like a healthier version of it. I will say the portion size was normal it wasn't overly huge or too small. For the price I did wish it had a little more.

Really delicious brunch spot with several locations in Houston. I loved the Brisket & Eggs plate…read morethat came with cheese grits. I also had a cup of decaf coffee with oat milk. My friend had a sausage, egg, and potato skillet that he said he was already craving to eat again a few hours later. You order at a counter, get a number for your table & our food came out within 5-10 minutes, so pretty fast service. The servers were all very polite. The place may have needed a little more AC because of the wall to wall windows, but I would still go back for the great food, and would recommend it to others. Free parking behind the building.

I found this gem on Yelp while I was just passing through, and it turned out to be a fantastic spot…read morefor a late breakfast or brunch. The staff were super friendly, taking the time to explain the menu, which I really appreciated. They offered fresh-squeezed orange or grapefruit juice, and I went with the orange. it was crisp, refreshing, and definitely hit the spot. I ordered the brisket breakfast with two sunny-side eggs, and it was absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was modern, hip, and full of good energy. I loved the vibe, and it felt like a great place to just relax and enjoy. As I was leaving, I noticed a long line forming, and I realized how lucky I was to get in so quickly. The freshness of the food was epic and every bite was tasty and vibrant. The restroom was clean as well, which is always a plus. I'm giving this a full five stars and definitely a place I'll keep in mind next time I'm in town!

I've had pizza here SEVERAL times and every time is spectacular…read more The service is 10/10, drinks are GREAT. And the cozy atmosphere is great for a solo adventure, a first date, or just a nice spot to bring your kids! Definitely one of the top 5 pizza places in the Houston area. I'm a loyal customer and will come back time and time again!!!!

You can always count on Gypsy Poet for consistently solid thin-crust pizzas. The crust is crispy…read morewith just the right amount of chew, the undercarriage is thin without being floppy. The menu is pretty small, only 8 pies to choose from and focus on more classic flavor combinations. Our go to are the Dream Catcher, Margherita, Fancy Backpacker and Pepperoni Madness. In addition to the pizza, they offer a good selection of drinks from the fridge and a few cocktails. For dessert, the tiramisu is a bit underwhelming and a little too sweet for me, but the Nutella pizza is a fun and shareable option for the table.

Located in MKT, plenty of parking spaces all around but it does get crowded during peak time…read more Mendocino provides a variety of sandwiches and salads, incorporating fresh ingredients. You can order at the counter, and they will bring the food to you. It's more of a self-served place. One of my favorite items to get is their Peruvian steak sandwich. Very filling portion, steak is cooked perfectly. The steak is tossed in a spicy aji amarillo sauce but it's not too spicy. The sandwich also comes with bag of Boulder potato chips. The staff are always friendly here. The space is clean with plenty of tables to sit at. This is a quick and easy spot to grab a bite to eat anytime you're at MKT.

Came here for a quick little meal and was reminded why I love this place so much! First off, the…read morearea itself is such a cute little spot--perfect for a casual dinner or quick bite with friends or family. Tonight we got the seasonal GOAT with pink lady apple, the "Not So Fried" Chicken Sandwich, and a large side of basil pesto salad shells. The seasonal salad was light, fresh, and full of flavor--definitely a hit--but I wasn't the biggest fan of the balsamic dressing it comes with. I swapped it for the Baja Green Goddess dressing, and that combo was perfect. The Not So Fried Chicken Sandwich was a winner as always--never a miss, especially with that mustard marmalade that ties it all together. And honestly, the basil pesto shells might've been the best part of the whole meal--so flavorful and comforting. The staff were super sweet and helpful, and the environment was very family-friendly. Overall, a great experience all around!

I'm actually really surprised with this place. The inside kinda gave me a farmhouse vibes. They had…read morea bar and seating around. It's not a huge restaurant but it could be the size of a cafe. I tried the pulpo for an appetizer. The potato's were soft. The octopus was easy to eat and seasoned well. I felt like paired well together. It did have a little oily flavor to the dressing they used almost like a sesame oil. I tried the red fish and that was a little dry on the inside. The dish itself was flavorful. I also tried the scallops and this one was my favorite. It was creamy and cheesy. The scallops were soft and each bite of the rice had some shrimp or crab in it. Service was a bit slow.

Went here for my birthday and had a wonderful experience. The restaurant is quiet and intimate, set…read moreinside a cute house that makes it feel very special and personal. We brought a group of 8 and everyone had a great time. The staff was incredibly personable and accommodating...they even kept my cake stored in the cooler for us! The food and drinks came out quickly and everything was delicious. I highly recommend the scallops...they were a standout dish. Our table ordered a variety of appetizers and entrées, and everything was excellent. Overall, a perfect spot for a celebration or special occasion.

We came here for an impromptu lunch after running weekend errands nearby at Total Wine and Home…read moreDepot. I had heard great things about the cafe at this new location, and had even tried their former location on Hillcroft a couple years ago as part of TooGoodToGo. While the concept is casual, the restaurant itself is very polished and feels like an upscale cafe. There is plenty of seating indoors as well as a huge patio outdoors. We opted to sit on the patio on a (rare) nice Houston day. The tables were spacious and the patio seating was very comfortable. We ordered the Kofta Kabob and Chicken Kabob specialty platters. These platters come with your choice of two sides - we went for the Fried Cauliflower, Tabouli Salad, Hummus, and Muhammara. The meats were so good and hit the spot. The Kofta Kabob had a complexity of flavor to it; so many spices that blended together really well. I will say that the post-meal burps of these spices were...smellier than usual. The Chicken Kabob was also flavorful and had a nice smokiness to it from the grill. I liked the slight crunch provided by the char along the edges. If I knew how to make chicken like this, it would be my daily meal prep! The Fried Cauliflower had a nice sear to it with lots of flavor. The Tabouli Salad and Hummus were comparable to those I've had at other Mediterranean places. The Muhammara was my favorite of the sides! It is a dip like hummus but also incorporates tomatoes, red bell peppers, and onions, among other spices; there was so much flavor to it and I could snack on this all day. The included pita bread was large, fluffy, and piping hot - perfect for dipping between the two side dips we got. Service was quick and friendly. The employee taking our order behind the counter was friendly and gave us the recommendation for the Muhammara - great rec. When our food was brought out and we had questions on some of the ingredients, the staff was very knowledgeable and knew right away what everything was.

What a delightful surprise on our first visit to Abdallah's after having so many bland,…read moredisappointing meals at some other Middle Eastern places in the Heights area. The food is flavorful and seems more authentic as it's family owned and staff is very welcoming, helpful and friendly. We went on Saturday, got two Combo Dinners as you choose two mains and two sides. My husband got chicken and beef kafta with sides of hummus and fried cauliflower and I had beef kabob and beef kafta with sides of baba ganoush and greek salad. Upon delivery to our table (you order at counter) I was pleased to see the generous portion sizes then as we dug in, the flavors were yum! Even though there with many people there, there was plenty of seating and a nice sized patio we should have sat and enjoyed the cool breeze as it's on the East side of the restaurant. I don't think beer/wine or available so it's probably BYOB, didn't ask. The sweets looked really good. Abddallah's will certainly be one of our regular dining spots from now on. We should have tried it sooner!

michelin recommended for a REASON!!! chop n blok was AMAZING!!! food was so flavorful, staff was so…read moreso nice - the owner was saying hi to all the tables and you can tell he truly put so much time and love into the food! highly recommend the black star - the curry was like nothing we've ever had and it was SO delicious!!!

Why 5 stars? Because it's elevated and unique cuisine…read more --- --- --- There is no shortage of restaurants you can enjoy in Houston, but a massive percentage of them are Tex-Mex and BBQ. Then there's the stuff you get plenty of in any city: pizza, chinese, sandwiches, chicken places, etc. But a real rare gem is ChopnBlok. It's West African cuisine, which is not exactly something you see on every street corner. But more importantly, this food is clearly made with love. It's not cheap: a couple of bowls and a tea comes out to nearly $100 after tip, but you're paying for real quality here. My dad and I both ordered a Golden Bowl and added steak. The steak was the best part. It had this amazing smokey flavor that made me wish I just ordered double steak instead of steak as an add on. I initially visited the ChopnBlok in POST, and was blown away with the flavors, so I've always wanted to come back and try their stand alone spot. If you're a person greatly adverse to spice, just be aware that there are some subtle hints of a kick in this dish, but I found it to be just the right amount: it let you know that it was there, but stayed in its lane.