First time going to The Greedy Lion, 10/10 best place to get soul food. Staff were super kind and attentive. Food was hot and delicious. Lexa was our server and very sweet, and the manager I believe his name was Devon were all very kind. Kudos to chef Bree for the amazing food. read more

The Greedy Lion - Soul Food Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Ummm listen here GREEDY LION IS definitely onto something and chef ‍ BRE deserves chefs kisses the fact that i received top tier service not only that the place was a all around vibe and the food was absolutely AMAZING the lamb chops were tender OMG the greens were spectacular the chef ummm hummm i had to ask about so yeah where there is a chef Bree there will b me she deserve a raise fr putting it down in that kitchen the way she does I'll b back this week i can't stay away now. read more

Loveddd The Greedy Lion! The food was amazing, especially the Greedy Wings, but also all their sides like the grilled cabbage and yams were just perfect. Their staff was so kind, so happy to help us and make sure we had a good time! Plus, there was a great mix of music, the decor was great, you gotta visit! We were looking around for unique stops being from Los Angeles, so when we saw a woman-owned business and soul food, we knew where we were going for dinner! read more

A complete miss from start to finish. The service was slow and inattentive, which set the tone for the whole experience. The food felt like it was trying way too hard to be something fancy or unique but it just didn't land. Instead of being delicious, it was honestly pretty gross. The atmosphere didn't help either ...... it came off as amateur and unpolished rather than inviting. Overall, this was easily one of the worst meals I've had in a while. Definitely not worth the time or money. read more

Great food and environment. Our server was awesome. The burgers, wow! The flavor, moist and fantastic. The prices are a bit high, only 6 chicken wings for $19 was a bit much. Honestly that is our only complaint. We would go back for sure. read more

My first time eating at greedy lion was a Sunday evening. It wasn't busy the time that I went. The service was amazing. They are very attentive, great hospitality and the mocktails were amazing. Like Nothing I have ever tasted before. I had the turkey chops which were tender great seasoning. The cabbage was 10 out of 10, The sweet yams I give a six out of 10 it had a aftertaste that I wasn't too fond of. I got it switched out for their mac & cheese, which was really good. Overall experience was amazing. I will be back. This does Give soul food read more

The Greedy Lion - A very unique mocktail - Soul Food Near Me - Houston, Texas

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We came to check out a new-to-us spot, and we found The Greedy Lion, which is located in the Washington Corridor area. Their menu consists of mostly southern menu items; we ordered the wings, and salmon balls for apps. The salmon balls were subpar; it was pretty fishy and I wasn't a fan of the interior taste despite the texture being good. The wings were fried well; decent size and crispy. The associated sauce with the wings was a bit too sweet; I wasn't the biggest fan so it was good that we requested it on the side. My entree was the short ribs with corn and greens. The flavor of the ribs were fine but slightly underwhelming. It was a very crockpot cooker texture and it was slightly on the bland side. The sides were fine but not extraordinary. read more

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The Greedy Lion was a great experience for me. Just to be able to have a nice meal without having to fight for parking or pay for parking these days is a major plus. The food! The food! The food was amazing. I wanted to experience the Lion in great way so I ordered the Greedy Wings, and the soulful sides!!! I'm more of spicy wing type guy so I really didn't know what to expect from the Greedy wings, knowing they are tossed in yam sauce. Well, let me testify!!!!! I enjoyed them wings all the way down to the last finger lick!!!!! They were perfect balance of sweet and savory. Every side was amazing, but the spicy cabbage was EVERYTHING and I can't wait to return for more. The service turned out to be pretty good. It's a friendly environment for the most part. I'm just having a hard time trying to determine the vibe. The aesthetics of the layout/decor and the food is giving a dimmed light, possible date night situation but the environment was a little more hype, giving more of a cocktail/coffee bar feel! When I'm about to head out, I just need to know if I'm wearing shorts and a tee or some pants and button down, that's all. Needless to say, you need to pull up and pay them a visit! read more

The Greedy Lion - Soulful Sides: Sunday Dressing, Spicy Sauted Cabbage, Lucky Black-eyed Peas, and Mane Mac & Cheese - Soul Food Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I was invited to check out Greedy Lion on a night they were filming promo as, what the GM mentioned, it's only been open for a month. This is the location of the old TREZ Wine Bar. The restaurant boasts modern elements, kind of ecletic, and has efficient lighting all throughout. The food is definitely the star here -- Greedy Wings are PERRRFECT, and every side on the menu was like a taste of comfort. Great balance of pricing with portions, too. I'm a stickler for an ambience, atmosphere, and service (which there was an attempt, but fell short.) It was also a little noisy during the event. A few things could make it even better: Be vigilant and welcoming to customers entering the establishment, provide faster service, more balance between music and conversation, adjust the lighting to match the vibe, and layout of the dining area needs improvement. Overall, this is a spot l'd come back to if improvements are met. Available parking, good food, great drinks and safe area to enjoy yourself worry-free. read more

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Visiting from out out town, looking for a place with later hours of service. Says open until midnight. Get her at 9:30 and they say the kitchen is closed. Really wished that would've been stated. Server was great though. Got drinks out pretty quick. read more

Decided to give this place a try based on a Instagram post. I saw the name before but something about the name Greedy lion didn't make me run to it, but after seeing the food I wanted to try it. We went Sunday around 11 and they were empty but they had just opened. Alexis greeted us and allowed us to sit anywhere. The parking was plentiful and free! The atmosphere was very nice. We ordered 2 drinks and they were okay. It was a side car and a bourbon drink. They were only serving brunch but the chef let me order the fish and spaghetti since that was my main purpose for going. We also got the wings and waffles. The waffles were cool and the wings were huge. The fish was great and flavorful. I also liked the spaghetti. I learned this was owned by a black woman from Chicago which was a plus in my book. It is a little pricey but it was good. They hit you with the auto gratuity like all the other BO resturants so be ready for that. I would come back. read more

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love this place! the greedy wings are to die for and i recommend this place to all my friends. its fairly new and the the owner is amazing as well as all the staff! a must eat! read more

This is a hidden gem! I didn't know what to expect coming to The Greedy Lion, but I was impressed. Everything we tried was flavorful and well cooked. I wouldn't come here on a diet, but the food was well worth the calories. We started with the greedy wings and sweet potato corn muffins. The wings were seasoned well with a slight sweetness. The muffins might've been my favorite. I'm a sweets person and although the muffin itself isn't super sweet, the butter they give you almost tastes like icing. For my entree I had the catfish frenzy. The fish - yes. The spaghetti was alittle cheesy for me, but my boyfriend loved it. It's located in the heights in a shopping center. It's small so you wouldn't just notice it, but it worth your time to find. I would be remised if I didn't mention the bartender. bartender T was amazing. He helped us selecting what to order, was very attentive, and makes a mean sidecar. He definitely enhanced our experience with his vibrant energy. Come check it out. read more

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Food is great!! Baked chicken, Dressing, mac & cheese, yams, greens, and banana pudding all perfectly on point. The short ribs are different than most places, so they may need to think about working on that improvement. Otherwise, this is a great small space with good old school R&B music vibes during early evening hours and good service. If this place doesn't make it, it will only be because of lack of marketing in crowded Houston restaurant market because it is also located in a great location off Studemont & Washington Ave. next to Walgreens. Owner Lyric is a great host. I am really pulling for this restaurant's long term success because I loved it so much and close to home for me. read more

The moment the plate of Greedy Lion Food arrived, its aroma curled upward like a warm invitation, promising comfort crafted with intention. Each bite revealed seasoning so deftly balanced that it felt less like technique and more like affection expressed through spice. The textures showed equal care tender where it should yield, crisp where it should resist, creating a rhythm that kept the palate engaged. Service matched the dish's spirit, delivered with a sincerity that suggested the kitchen takes pride not only in flavor but in the feeling it evokes. The ambiance, simple and unpretentious, allowed the food's heartfelt character to take center stage. In the end, this is the kind of meal that doesn't merely satisfy hunger it reminds you that love, when folded into a dish, is its own quiet form of luxury. read more

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Wow, just wow. the food here was spectacular. I had the baked chicken, greens and the best mashed potatoes I've ever stuck in my mouth. My husband had the catfish. both were just amazing Service was great. Owner came out to check on us. She actually is the chef as well. Great place read more

Came here to celebrate my birthday. The food was a 10/10. When I went to visit my party of 9 was originally the only party in the building. 30 minutes into my wait ; a party of 2 arrived . My rating is a 3 because the customer service could have been much better. My waitress was a very sweet but, she was not knowledgeable at all. She was not aware of how to operate the machine to take orders and was very slow in making our alcoholic beverages (mind you the waitress was also the bartender). Moving onto whom addressed herself as the "manager". Attitude was very stall and unwelcoming. Tab for my party was over $500 and it took over 30 minutes explaining how to split the bill to the waitress whom took our order and should have known who ordered what. honestly the automatic gratuity that was added onto the bill was NOT deserved. One and done .. will not be back. read more

Amazing staff here, very friendly, engaging and super attentive! We only stopped in for a few HH drinks but the food the chef showed us looked incredible. Will definitely be back. Brunch looks great too! read more

Came in on a Friday night for a quick dinner because I live in the area, and I was soooo shocked at the service and vibes. I walked in not knowing what to expect since it was new but I definitely wasn't disappointed, GREAT late night soul food in the heights, exactly what we needed! Taylor was my server she was great. The entire staff was friendly and personal. This will definitely be my new neighborhood bar read more

The Greedy Lion - Soul Food Near Me - Houston, Texas

Picked up an order tonight 2/20 around 10:45pm. Interior was absolutely gorgeous with a well lit bar and dj area. The server there was so sweet and helpful. Waited no more than 3 minutes before the Chef came out with my meal, served hot. I had chicken wings with a brown gravy on a bed of rice with two sides... absolutely delicious. Would totally recommend this spot. read more

My family went Sunday after church and the food and atmosphere did not disappoint! We were greeted at the door with a smile and immediately seated! Lexa, our waitress was beyond kind and attentive to all of our needs and accommodated anything we needed. And Paul the chef was phenomenal! He came to our table multiple times to ensure we had what we desired and cooked our food to perfection! We will def be back and encourage you to support this business! read more

I would go back and order takeout for the sides only. The greens, yams, Mac & cheese, cabbage and corn muffin were 100% amazing. Lamb chops weren't very good way more gamey than other lamb chops I've had in Houston area and the catfish was solid but not $40+ dollars worth. The service was probably the worst part about this entire place unfortunately. Had 3 different services come up to us and introduce themselves and say our actual waiter would be coming to get our drink order. We didn't have anyone take our order for probably 30 minutes it was absurd read more

Devon welcomed me in on a Monday night and got me a great drink. The place looks great and the vibes are even better. read more

The Greedy Lion - Great bartender Devon. - Soul Food Near Me - Houston, Texas

Went to the Greedy Lion on a whim on a random Friday afternoon. I was surprised to find they were located in a wine bar we'd visited a couple times previously. They've only been open a month so fairly new. Overall we had an amazing time at the restaurant. Once we saw the menu we decided to try "a little bit of alot" A few highlights... - Service: from the time we walked in the door the service was A+. We were greeted and seated by the Owner, Latanya and our waiter T was great the entire time. Knowledgeable about the menu, great conversation, and on top on making sure we had everything we needed. - Appetizers: greedy wings and sweet potato corn muffins were both an excellent choice to start the meal. - Greens: I don't eat just anybody's greens and I'm a critic when it comes to greens. I'll order these again and highly recommend. - Turkey Chops: as a person who has lived in Chicago for years, I LOVE turkey chops, but have never been able to find them in Houston, until now. Highly recommend and make sure you ask for a side of gravy. - Cabbage: delicious. Reminded me of some of my favorite Jamaican spots - Corn: i'm a huge fan of maque choux and this reminded me of my fav corn dish. Definitely a must order - Pintos & Black eyes peas: Both super solid - Desserts were. We had the banana pudding & some sort strawberry cake...both are on the order again list - Drinks were good, my wife had lemonade & vodka cocktail & I tried the red sangria (made to order) Overall I would definitely recommend Greedy Lion for the food, drinks, service, and vibes. We will definitely be returning!! read more

New place with lots of personality. Food was good, price point a little high. Spoke to new owner who is seemingly receptive to customer feedback. Anticipating a bright future. read more

Perfect place for a date night or girls night. We arrived for dinner at 7:30pm. There were only a few other tables but if you haven't tried this place you are missing out!! Our server was great (I forgot his name sorry) he was friendly, attentive, gave recommendations and even gave us coupons for our next visit. The food was DELICIOUS! Everything was fresh, hot, and well seasoned. We didn't even need to ask for the salt and pepper. We had the Greedy wings for appetizers. Which were on special for $1 per wing. We ordered the buffalo lemon pepper and the yam glazed wings. Both were delicious! My fav was the yam glazed wings. They were Hot, crispy but very moist on the inside. 10/10. I ordered the short ribs with spicy cabbage and Mac n cheese. The short ribs were tasty but had a few fatty pieces and could use a sauce to elevate, Mac n cheese was good very cheesy. The cabbage was very good! My husband had the turkey chops with greens and the spaghetti. The turkey chop was soooo good. It was so crunchy on the outside and moist inside I honestly forgot it was turkey. The server brought us a side of gravy to go with the chops that was also delicious. The greens tasted like your grandma's greens IYKYK. The spaghetti was also very good. Overall, this was a great dinner! We look forward to coming back and trying more food on the menu. read more

I forgot to take a picture of my food!! Everything was amazing. I had the short ribs with macaroni and collard greens. I sat at the bar and the bartender was very friendly and welcoming. The service was 10/10. I ended up getting the banana pudding to go. I will definitely be back to try other things. read more

The food and service was amazing! The wings were sweet and savory and their stuffing was out of this world. The stuffing was not in the picture. read more

The Greedy Lion - Greedy Wings and Mane Mac & Cheese - Soul Food Near Me - Houston, Texas

Loved everything here! The flavors were rich without being too heavy, and the staff made us feel right at home. The restaurant was clean and nicely decorated. A wonderful experience overall. read more

When I tell you they "put their foot in it" Believe it! Some of the best soul food in town. I got the 4 side sampler which was yams, Mac & cheese, dressing & spaghetti and scraped the bowl. Along with the greedy wings! The bartender T and Berry took care of my experience right! Please do me a favor and make some time to come and satisfy your tastebuds! read more

The Greedy Lion - Soul Food Near Me - Houston, Texas

The entree I ordered wasn't in stock. Then the chef for the next shift came in, we were told the lamb chops had not been thawed out. The drinks were ok. The waitress did her best. read more

Love the food, great staff and Lyric is a sweetheart, AND it's clean (even the restroom lol)! I like that it's open late and it's on DoorDash. I hope they get more traffic and thrive cause the times I've went it's been pretty empty. I will be back for more of those yam glazed wings and million dollar spaghetti! read more

To the restaurant take this as an improvement to do better. As I entered the place there was no greeting of any sort by restaurant staff, only to be told by another customer that it was open seating. Once at the table the attendant from the bar come over and brought back water to the table and I asked may she bring me a straw, her response " we are out". She then comes back after ten minutes to take our order for food. She left and came back five minutes later to ask again what did we order. After observing other customers facial expression a lady turn to me and my brother and say " I just got my food after being here for an hour and a half." I called the waitress to ask her if our order was placed and she went to go check, she came back to tell us that "she didn't see it in". I told her to inform the cook not to start because I was not going to wait any longer after being there for an hour already. There was a lady and a gentleman sitting at the table behind me that the waitress and attendant kept going over to ask for directions and their impression seemed to be careless because of a lot of people talking about the situation of being there for a long period of time without receiving proper servic. read more