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    Toulouse Cafe and Bar

    3.5 (642 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    Lobster tacos
    JaQuille C.

    One of my favorite spots for brunch! I've been here for both Saturday and Sunday, and each visit has been a great experience. Such a lovely restaurant, with two slightly different vibes depending on the day. Sundays are more lively with a live band, while Saturdays are a bit more relaxed--but still busy. I definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time. My only small note from my most recent visit was that it felt a little warm inside. I get it, it's Texas and it was a hot day, but I wouldn't have minded the AC being turned up a bit more . Now for the good stuff, food! I've tried a variety of items and have yet to be disappointed. Some standouts: French Toast (5/5): One of the best I've had. Thick slices, no eggy taste, and the crème anglaise with fresh berries are the perfect adds. Lobster Tacos (5/5): More like a lobster salad packed into crispy mini taco shells, the perfect little bites. Shrimp Tempura & Caviar 4/5: Tried this most recently and loved it. The batter had the perfect crunch. I also recommend the Rosé all day punch (not on the menu, but ask your server - it's a frozen berry ball with sparkling champagne and rosé) breakfast potatoes and sausage, salmon entrée, and even the french fries. The service has always been great. On my most recent visit, our server was especially awesome. They were very attentive, polite, and gave great recommendations (especially for mocktails). There are several options for parking including valet, street parking, and a garage. Valet runs around $6-$10, street parking is metered (I paid about $6 for two hours), and the garage was free and really easy the last time I went. Overall, this is a spot I'll keep coming back to and recommending again and again. Looking forward to trying even more of the menu next time!

    French toast
    Tamara F.

    We tried Toulouse for brunch and we thought it was pretty good. I ordered the French toast and it was tasty, My husband had the omelette and he said it was good and we shared a side of bacon. We sat outside and did some people watching. Our waiter was nice and attentive. Overall, it was a good experience but a bit pricey, but that's kinda expected based on the area.

    Toulouse Burger  8oz house ground steak burger, bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, gruyère, brioche bread, pommes frites
    Robert W.

    Its been awhile since my last review. After the previous experience many years ago, Toulouse has more than made up for itself. When the weather is nice outside which is most of the time except in the heat of summer time the patio and the covered patio area, this place is a great place to come. Service is always on point, food maybe not quite the level of some of the other high end restaurants but the food is pretty close, and all the other intangibles make up the difference. With that said the food is very good. Highly recommend their burger, lobster bisque, salad louis, soupe d'oignon, to name a few. You get reasonable size portions rather than other place which seem to maybe cut corners. Lunch time and happy hour times this place draws a lot of folks who shop in the R.O. district and also evenings too. Come during the day time or evening, you won't be disappointed. And its a great place to take in the people watching experience too.

    Jazmin M.

    First time here. We loved the outdoor vibes and decided to give it a try. We browsed the menu and noticed a lot was seafood. However there is a small brunch section and decided to dine in. Girls brunch it is! Cappuccino was good, definitely hit the spot for coffee needs. As we continued to chat we went ahead and ordered food. We ordered the burger and it was pretty ok. Nothing major, it did come with avocado and bacon which really helped. Outdoor seating was phenomenal. Weather was perfect and even a live person was singing. Santa did come by and visit @ the tables. As we continued to chat we ordered drinks. Went for a mimosa, pretty standard nothing major but satisfying. Als ordered the Chanel drink and it was refreshing and flavorful. We asked for dessert but nothing catches our eyes. We continued to enjoyed our time until we were told we had to leave due to a reservation. Overall the place was good, weather was perfect and the vibes were great. Will be coming back.

    Lobster Mac
    Brittany M.

    Service was a bit spotty. They would clear our table but then forget to replace the silverware. There was a main waiter and other people helping. Food was well paced. My favorite dish was the lobster bisque. Smooth, creamy - could use a bit more lobster but my husband thought it was a good amount. The petit gougeres were a miss. They had a very odd texture and dry. My husband loved the burger but I found it plain and unremarkable. Loved the fries. We had to flag down our waiter to get our check. Decent lunch. Not terrible or amazing.

    Such a good salad.
    Nita S.

    Another outdoor patio gem! This patio is always busy so we decided we needed to see what the fuss was about. We ordered deviled eggs, split a salad and my husband enjoyed the lobster. Everything we ordered was good and service was attentive. We will definitely be back.

    Brittany H.

    A new friend invited me to early lunch here, which I was excited he selected this place out of the two choices; Credence or Toulouse? (Since I've already had the Credence experience) Toulouse it is! I tried octopus for the first time, thanks to my guy Robert ordering this solely for me to give it a try. Thank you for introducing me to something that I always shy away from. The ends and the top parts have different textures to me. Ends more crispy and roots more soft textured, almost like mozzarella cheese to me. I really enjoyed my bolognese, it's a favorite dish of mines which you can never go wrong with that option. It paired greatly with the Chanel number 6 drink which is pretty much a French 75, but a tad sweeter, I enjoyed it. Service was very nice, the weather was perfect for dining on the perfect patio, we did relocate tables, because the sun was slow cooking Rob and I, and just like chocolate, I'll melt. Lol. Our waiter was kindly to make this effortless switch. The only flaw in this visit they did not have the three gelato flavors per usual (chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla). So I settled for only one flavor they had. Price remained the same. I would have loved to sample their strawberry. This gelato is so rich & creamy I would've believed it was true homemade ice cream! Thank you Rob for the perfect patio lunch! Good God, Good convo, Good food, Good guy, Good Sky! I'll love to return for desserts. To try the others. Ps. I adore the sweet details such as the bag assist stand.

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    Mark G.

    Came here Friday night arriving around 6:30pm. What a glorious evening for Al fresco dining on Toulouse's courtyard/patio. Everyone apparently had the same idea as the dining room was near empty and the patio packed. Service was great from drinks to dinner. My lobster risotto was excellent my wife's surf and turf special was great. Nice cook on the steak (Pittsburgh medium rare). We were celebrating a friend's birthday and dessert soufflé and crème brûlée both hit well. Nights like this are exceptional. Take advantage while you can as we don't get many in Houston.

    Salmon
    Shania C.

    This place was really extravagant and nice.. very high-end so the prices reflect that. I will say the taste of the food does not surpass phenomenal. However it was still good .im all for a bougie experience so I did still enjoy my salmon and lobster Mac . I also had couscous and it was very light , light flavor but gave a herby taste. Salmon was cooked to perfection . I had no left overs Service is a 10/10. Perdo was awesome . I enjoyed everything from his service to being very swift with Cleaning the table . Ambiance is beautiful.. river oaks is beautiful so I expected high end . Furniture is so nice.. Now outdoors they play music and it's really nice to hear the tunes . Makes you feel like you're not in Houston ! Greta job . I will come back next time for breakfast

    Cheese Plateau de Fromages
    Secil A.

    They usually have live music outside and it's just beautiful. The service is very quick and attentive although there are many tables to attend to. We got a bottle of wine and shared the cheese plate, zucchini chips and truffle fries. Then we shared the apple tarte tatin and Mille feuille which were both very light and delicious. Would definitely love to come back!

    Truffle deviled eggs
    Kevin C.

    Came here for a birthday, but don't expect any special service or freebies for birthdays-- even if you state it on your reservation. Otherwise the restaurant is very French elegance. Outdoor seating with live music from 1-4pm on Sundays. If it's too hot, then can sit outdoors but in a covered/shaded area with fans. We chose to sit indoors which was still fairly warm. Our server was very attentive and always made sure to check in on us. He was a bit aggressive with the water pouring though and got water all over my shoes when it spilled on the table and dripped off, but didn't even notice. As for the food-- everything was excellent! Espresso martini- 5/5 bit overpriced but one of the best ones I've had. Truffle deviled eggs- 5/5 never knew truffles would pair so perfectly with deviled eggs. The creaminess and texture work very well. Rockefeller oysters- 5/5 came with half dozen. Bits of bacon was great Lobster roll- 5/5 came on brioche bun and some kind of lemon sauce which made the lobster taste light and refreshing. Scallop truffle risotto- 5/5 scallops perfectly seared and cooked. And the truffle risotto was perfection! This was a special. Wish we could have heard the live music from inside. But we absolutely loved our brunch at Toulouse.

    Oysters
    Rachal R.

    I stopped in on Saturday night and was able to sit outside. They had a singer who sang jazz and classic music. We had oysters, lobster bisque, the seafood tower, beef bourguignon and champagne. The beef bourguignon is not a traditional preparation (I think they use a short rib) so it wasn't exactly what I was expecting. It was good, but again, different that what what I expected. I did not enjoy the lobster bisque. It was bland. For being a busy Saturday night, I felt that the waitress was attentive and we did not have to wait very long when we needed help.

    Lobster caviar tacos and French 77

    The atmosphere at Toulouse is beautiful, and the food was great. The caviar was a highlight and the scenery did not disappoint. However, my overall experience was not enjoyable, and that falls entirely on my server Estaban. I came here to treat myself to a solo lunch and celebrate a recent promotion. I was looking forward to this, taking my time, and fully present in the moment. What I did not expect was to be shocked by the level of service given the upscale setting and pricing. My server never introduced himself. I had to ask him his name. I had to ask him for recommendations. I had to ask him to walk me through the menu. He extended none of the basic courtesies I watched him offer every other table around me. When he brought bread, he slammed it on the table. When I asked for a straw for my French 77, he responded with and I quote "For what? For this?" He looked like he simply did not want to wait on me. Which is insane given where we are. I came in alone and was also the only person of color in the dining room. I don't make that observation lightly, but I'd be dishonest if I didn't name it. The contrast in how I was treated versus the guests around me was stark and undeniable. While I looked forward into ordering more than just an appetizer in a drink, and due to the service, I decided not to continue on with ordering an entree. Toulouse, you have a beautiful restaurant. But a dining experience is only as good as the service, and this server made it clear that my money and my presence were not equally welcome. I would not recommend and I will not be returning.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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    $$

    Make reservations- was crowded but we were seated right away- parking out front and handicap ramp…read moreavailable. Small dining area next to art museum. Waitstaff was hopping and friendly. Food service was quick and delicious. Will return again soon!

    Came to Bistro Menil for a friend's birthday celebration to have afternoon tea on a Sunday for 2PM…read more Reservation process was smooth and our table was ready when we arrived. There is a small parking lot available for guests at the Bistro and for the Menil behind the building. There was plenty of parking available when we arrived. I was the first to arrive and as soon as I walked to the host stand, the host had time to say hello but then the phone rang. I was discouraged that he asked me to wait while he took the phone call and unfortunately it took several minutes. Once he hung up, he seated me promptly. The afternoon tea is lovely - you receive either italian soda (lemon or raspberry) or a glass of champagne first. Next, our food arrived and a little while later, we ordered our tea. All of the drinks were delicious and served at great temperatures (hot and cold, depending). The food was also delicious and the perfect portions for the occasion. At times, it was hard to get in touch with our waiter and service was a bit slow, but overall a good experience and I would go again for afternoon tea.

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    Bistro salad
    Bistro salad
    Bistro Menil
    How they serve wine by the glass - Copain - Pinot Noir

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    How they serve wine by the glass - Copain - Pinot Noir
    Theodore Rex

    Theodore Rex

    4.3
    (304 reviews)
    6.2 mi
    $$$

    I really enjoyed my whole experience here. The vibe is unique for Houston. The building has a…read moreunique vibe and i'm obsessed with the front door. After entering, you are immediately greeted like family in a relaxing environment but with top notch food. It was my friend's bday so we celebrated with complimentary bubbles which was a nice touch. We enjoyed a large portion of their limited/rotating menu that did not disappoint. The tuna was my favorite. 10/10. A very extensive, higher end wine list complemented the meal nicely. Definitely need reservations -- book as early as possible. Seating is very limited especially for larger parties. Parking --- street parking around the block. Wasn't too difficult. Definitely a must try!

    I was finally able to try this Houston staple last weekend!…read more Food: 4.5/5 - I loved the tomato toast and warm broth the best! The tomato toast was not overhyped and definitely worth getting. The bread is nice and oily yet still crusty and crunchy. The tomatoes and greens on top paired perfectly with the sourdough. - The warm broth doesn't seem like much from pictures and description but it was just so comforting and had nice umami. The green onions really bring out the rest of the flavors. - Ratatouille: this was one of our server's recommendations. I thought it was pretty good but slightly too sour/over-pickled for me. (I'm also not a big pickle person) - Butternut squash: This was probably the next best dish after the toast and broth. All the flavors and texture were there except the squash was a little hard. It could've been cooked a little longer to make it easier to cut through. I guess it is out of season, but still. - Squab aka pigeon: Also pretty good. The dried raspberries actually pair very well with it. Ambiance: 4/5 - The space is extremely small so you really need reservations. - It's so small that the tables are quite close together. But they were also not evenly spaced out so we tried to move our table away from the people next to us (we were practically touching!) and the staff insisted that we don't move them because they need to access the cutlery in the drawer on the side of the table?? First of all, they could've still accessed it after we moved the table. Second, if the space is that tiny, why not just store the utensils elsewhere? Very odd and didn't like that vibe.

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    Tomato toast.
    Tomato toast.
    Theodore Rex

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    BCN Taste & Tradition

    4.4
    (581 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$$

    Wow! I really enjoyed the lunch here for Houston restaurant week. The price is $$$ so it would be…read moregood for a special date night. The lunch alone makes me want to come back to try their dinner menu. I got the filet mignon and it was cooked to perfection. It was buttery and was smooth. The filet mignon was just so easy to eat and I did get full off of the 6oz. The lychee martini was stunning too. It didn't have strong lychee flavors but subtle enough to enjoy the drink. The dessert was to die for it was like a creme brulee dessert wrapped up in fillo dough. Even at the end you get a small piece of chocolate and that was also delicious. The parking is rough and you most likely have to do valet parking which costs $8. The bartender was very friendly.

    Came here for HRW. I had a reservation on a week day at the bar since it was the only thing open at…read morea decent time. We did valet which was $8. The bar is the first thing you see when you walk in. We got sat right away so I didn't get to see much of the place but you couldn't really walk around if you wanted to anyways. The ambience at the bar was nice and the staff were great. I did think there would be more decor around but I would describe the vibe as simple and modern. An improvement could be to have purse hooks. We were immediately given the HRW menu (which we were intentionally there for) but we weren't given a regular menu to see what food they offered normally which I was hoping to see. The menu I would say was well rounded with options to upgrade. They also gave us a slice of bread with oil and salt. I ordered the shrimp for my first course which was an upgrade. I will say this was the most bang for my buck. The serving came with a good helping of shrimp. My friend ordered the patatas bravas. Both orders tasted nice but I think I was hoping for something more with the potatoes. They also gave us the croquetas which were really yummy. My second course was the filet mignon. The steak was cooked to my liking and I felt was a decent serving size. It came with snap peas, pearl onions, and mashed potatoes. My friend got the duck. This was cooked well and was really tasty but there wasn't much with it besides the sauce. Final course was dessert. We got the lemon tart and the sponge cake. The lemon tart was probably the best thing I ate that night. The custard and the fruit really complement each other. The sponge cake was interesting since it was hollow inside with the cream being most of the dessert, it was good. They also gave us some dessert wine which was nice. Overall everything was really good and had no complaints but I do think because of how much people talk about this place and it being a Michelin star restaurant I was expecting to be blown away. My takeaway is that it was a good experience but probably just a one time thing.

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    Gender neutral restroom
    Gender neutral restroom
    Artichoke Hearts
    Artichoke Hearts
    Salmon tartare

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    Salmon tartare

    Toulouse Cafe and Bar - french - Updated August 2026

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