Tiny Boxwoods is one of Houston's staple brunch spots! With their greenery, cocktails, and solid brunch food, you can't go wrong with spending a Saturday or Sunday here with friends. My only caveat is that I've never been here without having to wait in a long line to order. It's popular for a reason though. The lush garden makes for a great patio ambiance when the weather isn't too hot. Food wise, I'm a fan of their burger, crab cakes, house chopped salad, and you can't come here without getting their famous chocolate chip cookies. I honestly wouldn't judge anyone who comes here just for cocktails, good vibes, and chocolate chip cookies. They are always warm, gooey, and the right amount of chocolate chips. Cheers! read more

Tiny Boxwoods - Even ordered to go, they are warm and gooey - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Tiny boxwoods has always been such a wonderful retreat to dine at and bring visitors from out of town to impress them with Houston's decadent food scene. I convinced some friends who had never been, that while it may be pricey- it is one of the best places to get a home made biscuit and be amongst the greenery! Little did I know- THE BISCUITS ARE NOW FROZEN. F R O Z E N. B I S C U I T S. Whoever is responsible for this needs to be arrested. I was heartbroken and embarrassed. I won't be going back for the overpriced salad and sad biscuits and I will be warning everyone I know about the travesty that has happened at this once reputable establishment. It's still fine don't get me wrong, but there are so many other options I will be recommending where the quality matches the price. Whoever did this better leave Tinys milk and cookies alone. read more

So busy on a Thursday for lunch!! Service is great, staff is very nice. I really like the environment here, the porch is cute and the nursery next door adds a nice touch. The menu itself isn't that extensive. Tried the grilled cheese and soup. The bread was yummy, thick and crusty. The cheese was a nice blend, I liked that there was goat cheese. The tomato soup was savory and the texture was nice, paired well with the grilled cheese. Hearty and comforting! There is a small parking lot by the restaurant and another by the cookie stand, otherwise you'll have to park on the street. read more

Tiny Boxwoods - Grilled cheese and tomato soup - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Such a delicious neighborhood spot! I've been to Tiny Boxwoods a few times in the last month and it really is the best patio to sit and stay a while. I recommend for anyone from a group dinner to a date night. The service is very kind and there is a fantastic patio that stretches around a green space while also backing up to the adjacent plant store. I have not yet dined inside the restaurant, but highly recommend the patio if the weather is doable! The restaurant is overall casual but upscale, and the kind of place you want to order a glass of wine or cocktail. I always order the mkt fish. Recently, I've leaned the branzino with a side of carrots. It is a fantastic portion and always delivers with a coconut style sauce. So light and filling! As most people know, this is the same owners as Tiny's Milk and Cookies and I love to end the evening with their chocolate chip skillet or simply a cookie. I can't wait for this to continue to be a summer spot. Service can be a little slow so keep this in mind if you're on a tight schedule. I think the wine prices can also be a little steep and would love to see a Happy Hour at this location (or draft beer) in the future! read more

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I heard of Tiny Boxwoods years ago since a friend actually worked here when she returned to Texas. She didn't last long but I remembered the name being so unique. By accident, I was at a different Milk & Cookies (where Tiny No. 5 is) so I drove the 10 minutes or so. For someone not from the area, this was in a very unexpected area at the corner of Alabama and Saint St., hidden from the street. I was lucky to find a spot right by the door, but as soon as I got out of my car, the rain started to fall. I made my way quickly to the hostess stand (who were in the process of moving indoors) and they said the bar was open/seat yourself. Found a perfect spot right inside, and was given a menu by the nice bar staff. I had a few things in mind, but I decided on the lunch risotto. This arrived quickly, and I dug right in, especially enjoying the roasted carrots with the lemon parmesan risotto. There were other vegetables-some I couldn't even identify-but the ones I did try all blended together nicely. Being a lunch dish, the size was smaller which was perfect for me. Bar area became much busier since some parties from outside came in due to the downpour, so the establishment went from somewhat quiet to much louder, but everything still seemed to be running smoothly. Service was nice, and I'm glad I was able to visit this location after years of following them! I look forward to trying other restaurants under their name- read more

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After a few visits not I have to say that this place is a gem. One of the most delicious burgers that I have had, so good we came back a couple days later to get another one. We sat at the bar, the ladies behind the bar were just AWESOME. They worked together as a team when it came to the customers. When we didn't know what we wanted, they jumped in with recommendations and smiles. What a great group to represent this companies brand. We've already decided that if we have clients out there then we are definitley stopping in for a burger every time that we can. read more

The food was 10/10. We came for their breakfast hours at 9 am, which a lot of people don't seem to know about, and it was so worth it. I got the migas - and it's probably some of the best breakfast I've had at a restaurant. The green sauce with the eggs was to die for, and the tortillas they gave on the side tasted really fresh. Also, shout out for having cholula on standby. The coffee was also really good for just having it with some creamer and sugar. The cappuccinos also looked really good. Next time, I want to try their rolls with the strawberry jam. I would definitely come here again. The weather was really humid and gloomy, but this is such a cute and quaint place, and the outdoor seating is amazing - would love to sit outside when the weather is nicer. All the staff were super cheerful and nice and brought everything out so efficiently. read more

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Tiny boxwood has a country club feel, good food, and relaxing atmosphere in their "pool-party"-feel garden area. Disclaimer: we went in spring, so the weather was perfect. This review probably wouldn't stand the test of a Houston summer. FOOD: very good. I had a simple salad but it was enjoyable. And the avocado toast looked great. The bread though was the item that stood out-- thick, clearly homemade, and just elevated the dishes. (I had a side of toast with the salad and the avocado toast of course had toast). AMBIANCE: awesome garden area. We dined outside. Highly recommend if weather permits. Country-club feel. SERVICE: friendly but a little slow, though this made the vibes relaxed so no complaints. We did also go around 2-3 so an off-time. read more

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Incredible outdoor space filled with loads of greenery, seating, and all around great vibes for yapping. Came here with a larger party, and we didn't have an issue getting some seats in the nursery area. 100% this place will be a staple everytime we are in Houston. Highlights: -The butter croissant was flaky, the butter flavorful, and the jam was perfectly sweet -The cookies were out of this world. Perfectly gooey, crispy, and the right amount of sweetness. -the bacon scones were dense, flavorful, and sizable. They also were not dry like typical scones, it was a fan favorite -great wine list. We ordered a few bottles of their Sancerre and it hit the spot on a warm march day Tips: -they don't take reservations for brunch, but you can grab a drink and walk around the nursery -a few doors down they have a sister restaurant that serves ice cream, cookies, and some yummy dessert. If you can't get a reservation, put your name down and walk over there for sweets first read more

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Tiny Boxwoods was absolutely fabulous. From the service to the ambiance, everything felt thoughtful and well done. The food came out quickly, portions were generous, and it was perfectly sized so we still had room to enjoy some of their cookies afterward. Definitely make a reservation ahead of time because it's a very popular spot and not a lot of seating (very cozy). If the weather is nice, I highly recommend sitting outside! Overall, a fantastic Houston spot with great service, atmosphere, and food. read more

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On Saturday we went to brunch at this spot in Houston that everyone talks about. The place is absolutely beautiful gorgeous garden and great ambiance. But when we sat down, we were told they had run out of fresh juice, cinnabuns, croissants... and honestly the list kept going. This was a little disappointing. We ordered migas, burrata with bread, and a pastry basket. * Chocolate croissant -- very greasy, a bit too much for me. * Jalapeño scone -- really good. * Blueberry muffin -- didn't love it. * Migas -- eggs were good, tortillas greasy but tasty. The tomatillo green sauce was decent. * Burrata -- bread was great, but overall felt like it was missing something. Coffee was good, drinks were good (the paloma was nice). Service was okay . I know they were packed, but it took a while just to get water. I had high hopes, and while it wasn't bad, I did leave a little disappointed. read more

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Ok this is a gem This restaurant is famous for their cookies and now has several locations, but this one just steals my heart because it has a beautiful garden and it has a nursery too! The garden has scattered tables for 2 for romantic dates and also a gazebo for larger groups or gatherings. They also have a covered patio in case you want to be outside but not be bothered by the sun. Inside has a charming touch, feminine , elegant, just beautiful! Their menu is not too big but not too small either, you will find something to eat here. Their bread and butter is literally heaven! Don't forget to get it. I got the Watercolor, a delicious combination of shrimp and crab meat over a bead or coconut rice with a spicy butter, very delicious but I'd order next time with less butter. My friend got the crab cakes and the grilled veggies, for me. The crab cakes had a strong horseradish flavor, but still very good. They have a wide selection of wine and cocktails which I appreciate, and the one I got was so tasty! Love that they offer brunch because in the nice weather days this is the perfect location for an amazing brunch. Coming back soon! Note:they have parking My only complaint: No WIFI read more

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I had a wonderful experience at Tiny Boxwoods. The service was attentive and warm, and the food was fresh and flavorful. What really sets this place apart, though, is the unique ambiance--the outdoor patio is such a vibe with all the greenery and manicured scenery. It feels like a serene escape right in the middle of the city. They are also very accommodating with dietary preferences, which I really appreciate, being gluten free. Everything from the view to the last bite was top-tier! read more

While in Houston, I found Tiny Boxwoods. It was a quaint and charming breakfast and brunch spot. Though there was outdoor seating, we opted to sit inside. Hubby and I both had coffee while Dad had hot chocolate. Dad had the Mother's breakfast, which included scrambled eggs, white cheddar jalapeno grits, homemade biscuits, jam, whipped butter, and bacon. I had the Fruit & Yogurt Parfait, which included berries, labne, Tiny's house granola, and honey. Hubby had sides of sunny-side-up eggs, bacon, and a fruit bowl. Everything came out quickly and we enjoyed it all. Highly recommend this for a gathering spot! read more

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Yes. Tiny Boxwoods is exactly who she thinks she is. It's taken me way too long to come here as a foodie, but I made it for my anniversary dinner tonight and was relived to get what I expected. Hot off a disaster of a dining experience, Tinys ushered me right back into the quality I've come to know here in Houston. Ambiance: lovely patio for an al fresco experience. Menu had more the one option for me to consider. Honey's steak was cooked to the right temp (!!) and fries were addictive. (Were they fried in duck fat?! They were special. Couldn't have been canola). Wherever there was a hem about to show, someone else from the team came and picked up the slack. It was nice to see a team working well together. Only drawback was that chaotic bathroom area. I told Opentable the occasion ahead of time and a woman from mgmt came over to congratulate us and offer us Prosecco on the house- a lovely gesture. Overall, very pleased and looking forward to returning. Two word review: get fries read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in Houston! The waitstaff is so kind and helpful. The food is always yummy. It's a bit expensive so be prepared for that. However, it's worth your money because of the ambiance of the restaurant and outdoor area. read more

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Really Good salad. Nice atmosphere and place. Service, particularly the host guy was a bit rude. read more

Loved everything about this place! To start, the land and restaurants is so cute! Despite it being in August, we were able to sit outside for breakfast as it wasn't too hot yet. The service was fast and the waitress was kind. I had the Mother's Breakfast and was not disappointed at all. The food was great, their white cheddar jalapeño grits were so delicious and paired perfectly with their eggs. The biscuit and jam were so good. My friend has the lox bagel and the portion looked very generous. I love their cocktail menu, it has great options that pair well with breakfast. Despite their breakfast menu being small, I feel like the options are great and it seems like you can't go wrong with anything. As a bonus, the nursery opens at 9am, so you can take a stroll after breakfast and find a plant to take home! read more

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Tiny Boxwoods is phoning it in!! I have been coming to Tiny's for 20 years and this was not the Tiny's I knew and loved . First of all, the beet burger wasn't available!!' Everyone loves it bring it back and put it permanently on the menu. I ordered fried green tomatoes and I was served deep fried tomato nuggets, gross . Let me explain how you are supposed to serve fried green tomatoes . They should be sliced lightly breaded and served with arugula. My experience was a total disappointment. Go back to how your menu used to be!! read more

I've been wanting to try Tiny Boxwoods for a long time, so I went with my siblings for brunch. When we arrived, we were told there would be a 30-40 minute wait, which we expected and were fine with. The host checked us in, took my phone number, and said we'd get a text when our table was ready. I even confirmed my number because I thought it was strange that I didn't receive a confirmation text for the waitlist, but he assured me he had it correctly. After about 40 minutes, we went back to check on our wait time. A different hostess was at the front and couldn't find our name on the list. The man who had checked us in was avoiding the front, which made the situation even more frustrating. We had waited all that time, and it honestly felt like we had been forgotten. Thankfully, a manager or team lead stepped in and was kind enough to seat us inside. Unfortunately, the interaction with the hostess already ruined the vibe, and our server was also very short with us. Overall, the experience was disappointing. I wouldn't go back and wouldn't recommend this place. (10/04/2025) read more

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I feel really rushed. Im sat at the bar. My food came out way too quickly which makes me think it was microwaved. I barely got my coffee and the food arrived. It is a shame as my migas eggs are good ish. Bit flavor less. The coffee is good. But I feel rushed and not relaxed. read more

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We were here for a wedding and it's a beautiful, luscious garden landscape tucked in the middle of the city of Houston. Aside from the rare rev of a car thinking it's in Daytona, the setting was perfect. The beautiful garden and foliage were the perfect effortless background to a beautiful ceremony. The staff are all very friendly and courteous, and I rarely had to open a door for myself during the entire evening. The single bathrooms are gender neutral but kept impeccably spotless. The food for the wedding reception was served at the main kitchen/bar and although they did seem to need a little time to catch up with all the guests in line, every bite was absolutely delicious and flavorful. The shrimp & crab was by far my favorite. read more

Soooooo gooooooood! First time trying their lucky burger today, and it was THE BEST! Have eaten at Tiny's no 5, so I knew it would be delicious!! read more

Go and see for yourself - This cute trendy restaurant is sure to surprise you and any guests that come with you! Outside seating emmaculate & there is also a garden attached (everything locally sourced from their menu) Service was very attentive and patient! Food was well seasoned and fresh 10000000/10 read more

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Decent place for an upscale vibe of the city to eat breakfast/brunch. It can get busy on the weekends so expect to have a short waitlist. The only negative thing I would say is that it used to been more humble but over time more and more people come here very stuck up. But overall, the experience still is nice. I do enjoy also walking the garden they have and window shopping there, but some of the things are outrageously overpriced. read more

Tiny Boxwoods - Brunch - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've been coming here for years and it's always been one of my favorite places in Houston. The food, coffee, pastries, and drinks are consistently amazing. Unfortunately, today's experience left me feeling disappointed and unwelcome. Two families walked up around the same time we did and were seated right away. When we approached, we were told there would be a 45-minute to an hour wait. The parking lot was barely full, and there were several empty tables visible. As a Mexican family, it was difficult not to feel like we were being treated differently because of our race. I truly hope that wasn't the case, but the experience felt unfair and left a bad impression. I've always loved this place, which is why this was especially disappointing. read more

My family and I have loved Tiny Boxwoods for many years. The food is wonderful and they keep the menu fresh but familiar. Tried the wood fired artichokes and they were great. The lucky burger is a dang staple. Watercolor and Shrimp and Grits, so good. The service is outstanding and the secluded atmosphere in the garden makes you feel like you're far from where you are. read more

Breathtaking French villa countryside garden that backs up to a high end landscaping firm. The food is delicious, the wait staff is helpful and attentive, and the setting is idyllic. read more

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I ordered the Salmon Provençal from the afternoon menu and was honestly disappointed. The description sounded thoughtful and composed -- "goat cheese baguette" especially made it seem like an actual prepared element of the dish. What I received instead was a very dry plain salmon salad with a random slice of baguette topped with a chunk of goat cheese. That's not the same thing as a "goat cheese baguette." It felt misleading and poorly executed. And not fresh greens. The dish overall lacked creativity, balance, and attention to detail. For a $25 plate, I expected something more intentional than what looked like a quickly assembled salad. If you're going to use elevated language on the menu, the food should match it -- otherwise it just feels like false advertising. read more

Tiny Boxwoods - Salmon Provencal - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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So I took zero pictures because I was with a friend and I was trying to be engaged in the moment. Parking. There was none on the street or at the place itself but you can park down the streets at Tiny's. My friend parked at Tiny's after me and got into a golf cart with a strange man who it turns out works for the company and brings people to and fro on it. No one came to get me. Womp. The interior and gardens are simply beautiful. You feel like you're somewhere else. The food is so so though. It wasn't incredible but it was just good. Bacon slices were okay. Macchiato was perfect. Avocado toast was good but I was still hungry when I left. For that price I should be stuffed. read more

Some friends and their husbands took me to Tiny's for my birthday. We were able to snag a nice table for 6 inside. I had not been here in YEARS and remembered it as a "ladies who lunch" place with dining fare that would not appeal to men. Well, it's changed. They have some "hearty" meals. (We were there for brunch.). I had the "Owner's" margarita which was quite good. Two of us had the Mother's Breakfast (or something like that) which had eggs, sausage patties and biscuits. Two others had the Migas dish (eggs and tortillas) and two others had salads. The restaurant, with a bar, and a large outdoor seating area, is beautiful, and located next to a garden nursery. The service was a bit slow, but we weren't in a hurry, and they were busy. I would certainly visit again on a non-Sunday brunch day. read more

My friend and I went for the first time this past weekend, this was our first time. The parking lot is extremely small, you are able to park on the street or down the street at the milk & cookies, nonetheless the parking is still limited. I was able to park across the street in the church parking lot which you pay for. This was at noon we had to wait for an hour to get seated. Once we were seated, we were placed by the back entrance and the people coming in and out kept bumping into my chair. In regard to the food, it was good. I got the avocado toast that came with an egg and slice of salmon along with a lavender latter which was also good. On another note, the restrooms were not the cleanest. I will consider going back and giving it another chance. read more

Tiny Boxwoods - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

I loved Ally!! She was really great. Overall, excellent service and energy. I would highly recommend her for any special occasion. The ambiance was wonderful as well. I had the Caesar salad with added shrimp; while I wasn't expecting anything extravagant, I was a bit let down, as the flavor just wasn't there for me. I also had a spritz, which was a very refreshing drink. I wrapped up with a caramel latte. I appreciate that the almond milk is made in-house, but the flavor was unexpectedly tart, which didn't quite work for me. I've been here for brunch before, and I'd mostly recommend coming in during that time. The food and drinks then were absolutely phenomenal. read more

We frequent this place very often for brunch but every time we visit it seems to get worse and worse. Today was it for me. 1. Asked multiple times for someone to fix the heater on the patio. The heater was squealing because the propane tank was almost empty. When explaining this to the waiter, she told me "oh that's how it's supposed to be". After asking her 4 times I gave up. 2. Our waitress also spilled an entire glass of champagne down my husbands back. How embarrassing. He was soaking wet and it was cold outside. No towel was offered to try to dry him up.Of course the waitress was very sorry and we know it was an accident, however, no manager ever came to speak with us. To make up for it, she took off the 1 glass of wine and gave us a cookie. Gee thanks. So my husband was wet, smelled like champagne, and cold bc no one fixed the heater, and honestly upset about the entire experience. To top it off, they took forever to bring the bill! 3. For a $20 burger I expect more than a McDonalds thin patty and a bread 4 inches tall. They don't not ask how we liked the burger cooked. Our fries came out swimming in oil. Their burger seemed to have shrunk? 4. Our cinnamon roll was hard, the icing was crunchy? I asked for it to be warmed, it wasn't 5. They were playing Christmas music on the Patio. It's February. Seriously? This is not the place it used to be. At all. read more

Instagram guided me to this establishment, Tiny Box. Upon entering into the establishment and taking a good gaze around, I knew this environment was conducive to me. It was busy and there were several different conversations going on and you still could hear your lunch partner. The server was punctual and quickly asked if this was my first time there and thoroughly explained the menu. I picked the sourdough grilled cheese with a cup of tomato soup. The first bite of the sandwich and a sip of soup, I was hooked. Definitely will be back. read more

Tiny Boxwoods is such a cute and quaint spot perfect lunch. I absolutely loved the ambience, it is charming and cozy. The lemonade a good balanced and not too sweet or too sour. The fried green tomatoes were amazing and definitely a must-order. The lunch menu is very limited, but the turkey club was good. I also grabbed a coffee to go and loved it just as much. The service was great at first, though it dipped a bit once they got busy, but overall still a decent experience. I've had their cookies before as well, and they're really good. read more

Tiny Boxwoods - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Tiny Boxwoods has been on my list for a while so I jumped on the opportunity when my friend asked me out for lunch on a Thursday around 12:30pm. We parked in the lot and the golf cart brought us over (it's not a far walk btw but it was hot that day). We didn't have a reservation but when we got to the host stand, we were told it was around a 20-30 minute wait but we could get called sooner. So we waited over by the benches. They were kind enough to bring over some water and within 20 minutes, they called us over. We were seated at a 4 seater on the shaded patio so the light breeze felt great. Our waiter came over with the menus and since I'm doing low/no carb, I opted to make my own salad and got it with salmon. It took a while for our meals to come out, and they messed up my friend's order. We were understanding though because they were so backed up and had limited staff. They fixed her order and the waitress took her fries off the bill. The salad was good and I got hot green tea as well. The experience was cute and it's a great place for brunch/lunch. I look forward to going back. read more

Tiny Boxwoods - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Love the atmosphere here! The food was wonderful too. The service was fantastic also.

I had the pleasure of enjoying lunch at Tiny Boxwoods with my friends. The setting is beautiful, such a charming, relaxing atmosphere that makes you feel like you've stepped into a garden escape in the middle of Houston. Our waitress, Gabby was wonderful & really made our afternoon special. read more

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I love going here for special occasions but during Mother's Day was crazy. The wait was up to 3 hours but thankfully we got to sit after an hour and a half. My sister got the burger and it was nice and well cooked. I ordered the turkey avocado sandwich, but they skimped on the turkey. Like they added literally a single slice of turkey. For $20, I was hopping I would get at least 2 slices of turkey. I also asked for no bacon and they brought out the sandwich twice with bacon. The most annoying thing was the waitress behind us who kept bumping into my mom's chair to squeeze into her section. She did that the entire time we were seated. It was rude. Overall, It is still a beautiful restaurant and the management was very helpful with my concerns. Just be mindful when attending during busy days/holidays. read more

Tiny Boxwoods - Turkey & Avocado Club - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas