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    The Ginger Mule

    4.7 (350 reviews)
    ModerateVegan, Cocktail Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Cute bathroom door- because everything was thought about
    M R.

    Ah Houston please share this restaurant with So Cal!! Great portions and delicious food. I have never been a fan of mushrooms but the Sesame Garlic Noodles have me rethinking that opinion- though I would have loved more garlic. The enchiladas were hands down the best I have had since going meatless and my husbands gyro was incredibly flavorful (though he got the salad with it and that was only so-so). We sat at the bar area and the wait staff was thoughtful and efficient. Would definitely go back if the option came around

    Potato mushroom soup
    Elizabeth B.

    Such a cut and inviting space. The service was friendly and relaxed. It's completely vegan, and completely full of flavor. The potato mushroom soup was delicious, as was the hot shroom burger. I had to take the guava cheesecake home, it was great. There is no lack of flavor, I can't wait to go back!

    Fish tacos on corn. Enchiladas in the back.
    Nina T.

    Never too late to eat healthy! After two visits, decoration + service + food + overall vibes all were met with outstanding presentation, surpassing some of the opportunities they could do. Check-in: no reservations online but the wait time isn't insanely long. Their estimate is usually a bit extra. With some catch up and some menu browsing and vibe checking, your time will be up and ready to sit! Parking is a bit difficult as the plaza is shared amongst many other great businesses (common bond, hopdoddy and many others). We parked once on the street, once we got a lucky spot. The place is super nicely decorated, very green and light. Those huge oversized windows bring a lot of natural light in. Note that the bathrooms smell nice and look clean, somewhat a good indicator right ? Service: both times, we were helped with really nice staff. Soft spoken yet attentive. Ready to answer any questions or recommend their favorites. The food also came out super promptly! Maybe that's a way to help in shortening the wait time at check-in. Food: the rice based dishes are humongous portions, definitely good for a second or third round at home. The salads are good looking, not too heavy on sauces but you can specify this or ask for more later. Most memorable dish: crab puffs! Not my favorite: key lime pie, a bit too jello tasting for me. Pricing: in this era, we have to all appreciate a good value meal. Because I'm taking more than enough for an additional meal, or two more, I'm really satisfied with my experience. First visit for a table of 4 with 1 appetizer + 4 dishes + 1 dessert = $96 before tips. Second visit for 2 with 2 dishes + 1 drink = $35. Leaving satisfied mentally, happy belly and did not break the bank - what a win! I will be back!

    The back door for employee entrance. If you see this door, you're on the wrong side.
    Jennifer W.

    The food is so good that you won't believe it's an all vegan restaurant! I was amazed by the wide variety of menu options for appetizers, specialty entrees, pizzas, sides, salads and dessert; there's something bound to peak your interest, regardless of your taste palate, and even something to cater to your kids as well. The reason for the one star short of five is due to some particular experiences during my visit. We had a group of six for brunch and was charged a 20% premium for gratuity while receiving minimal service in comparison to any other table. The 20% up charge was automatically included in our checks without explicit advanced notice when we were seated nor when we were asked to swipe our cards. Additionally, I joined the group late to order food to go about ten minutes before we left the restaurant together, and I was still automatically charged 20% premium, which we felt was unreasonable. Given that some of us were unaware of the automatically included gratuity, we all paid extra tips on top of the charged amounts, which in retrospect was unnecessary. Overall, we had hoped for more transparency and less up-charge for such a small group; typically other restaurants have up-charge for maybe 10 or more people and that's usually communicated before being seated. One additional tip I have would be to keep stocks available for weekend demands. I had my eyes set on the truffle mushroom pizza but was told at 11am on a Sunday that they were already all out of pizza for the day, and the day had barely begun at 10am given their opening time. However, generally I will say the impression of the food and restaurant is positive. Everyone at our table enjoyed their orders, and the vegetarian in our group is definitely going to be returning to this location again for the great flavor options available. I tried the patacones, which is new to the menu, and would highly recommend. I especially appreciated that the packing for the to-go box was just as aesthetically pleasing as it would've been served on the plate. There's also option to dine indoors or outdoors, which is a nice to have in Houston for those occasional perfect weather days.

    Jennifer B.

    This restaurant is simply the best. Calling all vegans and non vegans. The food is that good that you will appreciate just how fresh and essentially farm to table that it is. It represents how food should be prepared and presented. The dishes are a work of art and the flavors are insane. Sitting on their beautiful patio on a beautiful day is just icing on the perfect cake. The menu is quite diverse and it motivate you to keep coming back for more. I cannot remember our server's name, but he was amazing as well. His recommendations were a slam dunk. It is so refreshing going to a restaurant where the servers know the menu and know how to read their customers. He did just that!!

    Fish tacos made with fried heart of palm.
    Yolanda S.

    If you're in the mood for healthy food that actually tastes amazing, this is the spot for you!!! Whether you're vegan or not, you'll find yourself loving the creative dishes and the trendy vibe. I started with the tostones appetizer and ended up placing a second order before I even finished the first one. Yes they're that good! Followed by the fish tacos which were citrusy and crunchy, paired with the refreshing beet juice mocktail. I was torn with the dessert choices! I know the cacao experience is a fantastic and unique treat but this time I went with the key lime pie and it was so yummy. All the stars to this amazing restaurant!

    Buffalo Hot Shroom Sandwich no bread with sweet potato fries
    Martina M.

    5 A Great Vegan Experience! The food was amazing and the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful! While we're not vegan ourselves, we love exploring different cuisines and food options and this place definitely didn't disappoint. The restaurant was clean and our food came out quickly, which was a bug plus because I've been fasting. The server was super attentive even offering a variety of sauces to pair with our meals, a bit spicy however it really added to the flavor experience. The drinks were great as well especially the vegan ice we asked joking for. Overall we had a fantastic time. It's clear they put a lot of care into both the food and the customer experience. We'll definitely be back, especially when my vegan best friend visits Texas. Highly recommend for anyone looking to try something new, whether you're vegan or not!

    Hot Shroom Sandwich
    Robyn W.

    The Ginger Mule is a well-known vegan spot in H-Town, and I can't believe it's taken me sooooo long to finally try it! I met up with my fellow vegan (and Ginger Mule-lovin') friend for a late Sunday lunch. The space is bright, open, and airy -- it instantly feels fresh and welcoming. Our server matched the vibe perfectly: kind, attentive, and right there when we needed them without hovering. Now, onto the good stuff -- food and drinks. I ordered the Yuzu Gin & Tonic, which was exactly what I hoped for: fresh, light, slightly citrusy, and balanced with just the right touch of bitterness. I had to remind myself to slow down and savor it! We shared the Crab Puffs to start -- crispy on the outside, filled with rich, savory goodness inside. I appreciated that they were served over salad greens, which helped brighten things up. For mains, we went with the Hot Shroom Sandwich (with sweet potato fries) and the Sesame Garlic Noodles. My friend loved his sandwich, and I enjoyed my noodles too, though the dish leaned a bit heavy -- those fried mushrooms on top were delicious but could've used something fresh to cut through. Still, very satisfying overall. One thing to note: the food seemed a little on the salty side -- I definitely felt it afterward! But wow, the portions are massive. I usually clean my plate, but not this time. At least that meant I got to take some seriously tasty leftovers home.

    Curry bowl to go, I added my own shrimp to it
    desiree j.

    The curry soup was more coconuty than I anticipated, kinda disappointed. I was hoping for a similar taste as chop n block. Sadly mistaken. The veggies in it were tough. I ordered fried tofu with it, but it got missed. The also under cook there fries so if you don't like that kinda thing I would say ask them to cook them longer. I may try again but def not the curry soup again. Not a fan.

    Claudine L.

    Great customer service. Braulio was our server and he was excellent. He was patient with us and gave suggestions on what was popular and tended to our many requests. I enjoyed everything I had. My favorite item was the key lime pie (no picture we ate it up lol). I really enjoyed the bang bang melody. It was my first time having hearts of palm and I liked the texture. I also liked the plantain dish I don't remember the name but it had a Latin flavor and the sauce that came with it was good. My shroom burger was huge, I wish the coleslaw had a bit more flavor but overall it was tasty. Both the Buffalo and the maple sauce were good. The only sauce I didn't care for was the ranch. The sweet potato fries portion was huge . The cozy curry was good with a slight spice that was not overpowering. I had the ginger flame mocktail. It was good but it definitely needed less ice because it was slightly watered down, and I would have loved a stronger ginger kick. Guess what I'm not vegan or vegetarian but I do take breaks from meat regularly and I will add this in the repeat pile, no meat was missed! If you're eyeing this place give it a try.

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    Ayana H.

    I've never been so excited to write a review! My only regret is that my daughter and I didn't dine in. We ordered takeout, but even that experience was top-notch. Our order was ready right on time, and the staff was very friendly and welcoming. My daughter is relocating to Houston, and I've already made up my mind: I'll be visiting this spot every time I come to town. We started with the crab puffs...absolutely delicious! But let me tell you, that butternut squash lasagna was music to my taste buds. I'm not kidding, it was that good. My daughter had the oyster mushroom Parmesan and loved every bite. No complaints whatsoever. This is truly top-tier vegan cuisine, with a wide variety of options to explore. If you're in the area--vegan or not--you need to check this place out!

    Charlene P.

    My daughter chose The Ginger Mule for lunch. Super cute and friendly place. All our vegan dishes were beautiful and fresh. My carnivore son thought his was just ok. But the squash lasagna and Marsala mushroom dish were amazing. Maybe not the place for everyone but health conscious folks will love it. I appreciated the diverse and reasonably priced menu as well.

    Ashley S.

    Came with a friend for lunch and we decided on this spot. Upon arrival we were seated immediately and our waiter was very friendly and attentive. I ordered the miso soup to start and the ginger mule mocktail. I enjoyed both - especially the mocktail as it prepared me for my main. For that, I ordered the fried rice with seared tofu + mushrooms and bok choy. The meal is very filling and reminiscent of your traditional fried rice. I did try my friend's crab puffs and really liked those! This is a nice spot to come to if you're ever in town and want vegan food.

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    Fantastic service and beautiful, flavorful food. I especially liked the Patacon. The lighting was also lovely

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    Love this place. I've been eating more plant based foods and this place has the best Marsala mushroom.

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    La Lucha

    4.4
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    Everything was so tasty. Definitely recommend making reservations. The staff were friendly and…read morecould recommend things to try. Will definitely be back!

    Usually there's a grace period; this time, as soon. As I sat down at my metaphorical and literal…read moredining table, the ceiling opened and our dinners started raining from the sky. Just kidding LOL that didn't happen! Anyway, back to the point, sorry.. I like to mess around a little. I wasn't that hungry because I had food yesterday I ordered a kids cheeseburger burger with fries, a kids meal chicken tender with fries, a farmhouse burger, and the half chicken with biscuits. I also had the his biscus lemonade. Needless to say--well actually, quite needing to say since this is a review after all--the food was pretty good. Prices were a little crazy but it's become all to normal in this day and age. As for the food, I ordered a kids cheeseburger burger with fries , a kids meal chicken tender.. don't feel like saying all this again. As for the food, the service was pretty good I guess. The girl servers were pretty smart. The boy servers were a little less smart. Every time the guys brought food, they either stood there looking around, or attempted to place the food on top of other plates or napkins that were on the tiny table. I suggest maybe a boot/concentration program for the guys so they can concentrate a lil more. Ok, it's time for me to go. I'm gonna go to sleep after all the food. I forgot to mention what I ordered. kids cheeseburger burger with fries, a kids meal chicken tender with fries, a farmhouse burger, and the half chicken with biscuits. I also had the his biscus lemonade. The half chicken was obviously what they tried the hardest in. There were 4 types of sauce with it. They were all pretty good, but I didn't eat the chicken. The chicken tasted incredible-- so much so that I finished it completely. But I don't like eating around bones, I find it primitive. I'm more of a chicken tender kinda guy if you know what I mean. Oh yeah and for the food, I had a his biscus lemonade. It was SO good. Alright. And that is the end of my review. I hope I did t forget to list my food items because I've gotten hate messages calling me weird. Anyway, I'm out chat. Thank you to my faithful followers. Continue to look forward to my honest reviews. P.S. the beginning part was not a joke it actually happened. I have a video but I won't put it because I'm tryna lay low it you know what I'm sa Tying to you yuui

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    Baso

    Baso

    4.2
    (102 reviews)
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    Getting a reservation last minute was tricky but doable. We were greeted by amazing staff, the…read morewaiters were super friendly and helpful. I would like to preface, this isn't a cheap quick dinner restaurant but I highly recommend coming at least once. We found it on the Michelin guide. I love the inside of the restaurant, the layout is fun and intimate. *grilled oysters were good. The flavor from the n'duja with the bits of pecan was something I would never think to pair. Great start! * elk tartare was surprisingly amazing. I always find tartare to be a tough dish to make outstanding and with elk I was hesitant to try but happy we tried it. The plate was cleaned by the time we finished. The cracker was light and paired well with it. * maitake mushrooms were so good that we had to split it evenly so no one got an unfair amount lol The sauce is like a coffee/caramel/chocolately savory sauce. Mt description doesn't do it justice. It's umami but has a caramelized feel. Just get it! * pork chop was the best pork chop we've had. We typically order steak over pork chops at restaurants but heard great things. Tender and flavorful. I will say it's a very rich dish so be mindful of that but highly recommended * grits, this was the dark horse. It was our favorite tapa. We laugh bc we didn't think grits would be the fav, out of all the amazing dishes. But the beef cheek underneath the silky grits... YUM! I'll be craving them *basque cheesecake was good but not the best we've had. But it's also hard to compete with all the other dishes we had

    This is honestly some of the best cooking in Houston right now, although with a price point that…read moremakes it a bit out-of-reach for a regular occurrence. This is a bit of a dated review, but we came here for a Valentine's dinner as a special occasion. We got seats at the bar counter behind the fire (which to me was the best seat in the house) so we could be close to the action. One thing you'll notice is that the place is quite loud, I think which owes to the low ceilings (so don't expect like a quiet and romantic vibe). The meal started out great with the bread and butter - bread was sourced from Magnol, which was a huge green flag to start. The oysters were extremely fresh and absolutely delicious. We also had a dish with tuna over crispy rice which was my fiancee's favorite of the night. My personal favorite was the salad (I know that is crazy to say at a restaurant that specializes in live fire cooking) - but the way they zested all different types of citrus/lemons, peppers, chiles, and the way the herbs they put into it, created what was one of the most memorable salads I have ever had. All in all the food was excellent. Service was great (the night we were there, Max Lappe was there sending out food to customers himself). I do kind of wish the atmosphere was a little more quiet. With that said, expect to spend around $200pp (we did share a bottle of wine though).

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