Our son and daughter-in-law raved about the "healthy" food at this place and we met them for a very…read moretasty lunch. We snarfed a couple Alamo plates with a plethora of goodies, brown rice, shredded kale, TX blend of shredded cheeses, cherry tomatoes, black beans, diced red onion, tortilla chips, roasted pieces of chicken thigh and a killer chipotle-lime vinaigrette and a squeeze of lime....came with a slice of sourdough.....amazing. The girls both got Meditteranean protein plates, white basmati rice, roasted pieces of chicken thigh, mozzarella-tomato salad, warm chickpeas, roasted broccolini, hummus, tzatziki spicy harissa, yum. Our granddaughter got her own plate, a bento box wit' grilled brussel sprouts, grilled cauliflower, brown rice and grilled chicken which she kept trying to feed to grandma. The Kids meal was half price. We shared three cookies between 3 adults and 2 grandbabies, one L&G cookie, a brownie and one rosemary shortbread cookie. Everybody got to taste my berry smoothie. Everything we tried was very good. We'll be back for more of these "healthy" goodies.

I love an indulgent meal just like everyone else, but sometimes I get a major craving for something…read moreon the healthier side. Something that doesn't make me have regret after having it. Leaf & Grain is the spot to satisfy those cravings. This West University location is easy to find and it located on a corner of a large shopping strip. Parking is plentiful. Inside is spacious and is warm and inviting with lots of seating. Counter service is how they run business and they do it well with a great customer service. As I'm sure you've guessed from their name, they specialize in salads and grain bowls. The menu is not big by any means. A little more variety would be great. Both the salad and grain bowl categories have about 3 or 4 options each. They also have 3 plate options as well with chicken or seafood. If you're in the mood for a sandwich they have a few of those options as well. My eyes locked in on one of their seasonal warm bowls. In the summer months, they have cooler, cold options. My eyes locked in on the Massaman Curry. I'm a sucker for Thai flavors and this bowl was calling out to me. It came with a bed of brown rice, topped with chicken, peppers, onions, cilantro, spinach and topped with a curry sauce. They also gave a chili powder on the side if I wanted to make it spicy along with some peanuts. Yes please! The bowl was presented nicely. I mixed it all together and added a dash of the Thai chili powder. This dish was delicious. Not trying to be funny, but I wasn't expecting that much flavor coming out of a dish from a grain and salad spot. The ingredients were fresh and the curry was so flavorful. I tasted hints of coconut that made it slightly sweet, but it packed some heat to it as well. I loved the contrast in textures as well. I washed it down with a Mango Deck (mango, strawberries, banana, agave and coconut milk) smoothie which was a perfect, refreshing sip to go along with the spicy meal. Overall, I liked this place alot. Sometimes it's nice to have a meal without having a guilty conscience afterwards. I will definitely come back if in the area.

We didn't know where to eat and ended up walking into Mendocino Farms in Rice Village--I'm so glad…read morewe did! Jose, the manager, went above and beyond. He took the time to walk us through the menu and gave thoughtful recommendations that made ordering easy. We tried the "Not So Fried" Chicken Sandwich, and the southern potato salad, it was incredible--super flavorful, fresh, and not too heavy. We also had the Farmhouse Ranch Salad with chicken, which was just as delicious--fresh, hearty, and really satisfying. Customer service like that really makes a difference. Definitely coming back! Wish they had a Mendocino Farms in San Antonio!

Located in the vibrant area of rice village, you can park in the parking garage next to Mendocino…read moreFarms free for two hours. We were greeted as we entered. Looking at the menu, they were out of the Peruvian Steak so I opted for the Chimichurri steak. My bf got the Chicken Parm. Checking us out, was the manager Vincent who had an amazing attitude. The place is bigger than I thought it would be and even has a designated kid area for them to draw in the chalkboard. Pretty cute and clean. Our food came out and we love the sauces in our designated sandwiches. The sesame roll felt unique. After we ate, Vincent even recommended for the chicken parm to substitute it with Ciabatta bread so it can soak up the marinara dip more. The restaurant and food is a solid four but the staff makes it a five!

Salads and bowls have been a little overpriced but the leafy greens, etc. are always fresh…read more Joining as a reward member does bring me some good promotional savings and challenges are usually not difficult to meet before they credit me rewards. Parking is ok at this location; parking garage is just a few steps away.

I feel the employees were rude to a homeless woman named Rya. They don't care about the community…read morethey live in and would rather have people like Rya die in the streets from starvation. It's pretty gross that when you tip on their POS system that the tips don't go the cashier like you would think, so if the employees don't get tips who is receiving that money? This could be a great business but their treatment of the homeless isn't so nice. Like if you know Rya just needs water, and the water is free to give then what is the real problem? Rya could be someone's mother, daughter, cousin, she's important to someone out there and to treat her like subhuman and not give her free water... gross

A big part of the decades long success at Local Foods has been their commitment to consistency…read more Their casual setting with excellent service is one thing, but quality executed food that is simple and seasonal will always go a long way. Before their recent expansions to Austin, it all began here in Rice Village exactly 15 years ago. The vibes are contemporary and casual, with the kind of space that fits for just about any scenario. Whether it's a solo meal, a lunch date, or a group led affair, the experience is almost always an excellent one. Start by ordering at the counter and find a seat where the food will brought directly to the table. So much of their variety caters to all sorts of dietary restrictions from vegan to gluten free to nut free. Their spicy crispy brussels sprouts ($10) are a nice starter, as is the squash "onion" rings ($12). The local power bowl ($16) is a classic and I've always enjoyed the brown rice and quinoa combo. Their chicken "posolé" is solid, and I love the large hominy bits along with the clear but green tint of a broth. The chicken shawarma bowl ($20) is an interesting mix that includes pickled beets and strawberries, along with their market cheddar burger ($17) and fabulous twice cooked fries. The carrot cupcake is strangely addicting, and I think their gluten free brownie is a bit of a sleeper. Some of their items didn't jive with me previously, such as an underwhelming cashew queso ($9), a semi-laughable Vietnamese steak bowl ($22), and their semi-gringo version of a banh mi ($15). It's not that these items are bad per se, but they definitely don't live up to the same standard that I feel their other dishes do best. Where they hit the biggest home run is their customer service. Everyone working behind the counter does their best to deliver and they almost always do by staying on top of refills, cleanups, and customer greets. I've always enjoyed my experiences here and look forward to every visit.

Fabulous!! I was told by my colleague friends that this place was awesome and perfect for someone…read morelike me who is now both dairy free and (mostly) gluten free. After meetings we met and had a long lunch sitting outside on one of the two lovely patios. It was comfortable on a beautiful day. The person who took the order was very friendly and so was the manager who came around to check on our meal. One friend had the Thai steak salad and I had the veggie burger made with quinoa, beets and other vegetables. Wow...is what I will say!!! It was so flavorful and the focaccia bun (not gluten free) was incredible! Plus the double cooked fries were delicious! Oh, the side potato salad and kale salad were also delicious! I look forward to being back there next time I'm in Houston!!

Easy parking. Easy order. Quick service! I really do find…read morethem delicious, this concept of a salad inside a crispy bread. They warm the bread, remove the inside and leaves the crispy outside to fill in with salad. Their salad recipes are good, especially the southwest one with avocados and black beans. Substitutions seem welcome and you get to choose your own sauce. Of course, let's not forget they offer Zapp's chips, which are delicious. Overall great and filling meal. Oh, so many tables to sit alone or as a group. Great place to be ! Leaving satisfied and would want to come back!

I went here several months ago because my friend kept hyping up their version of a "spicy chicken…read morecaesar", and it was enough for me to place a to-go order and get up from my WFH desk to pick it up. I will say this flavor particularly was a 5/5 for me. It was exactly what I was looking for (carbs, spicy Caesar salad...not hard to please). However, I haven't found myself wanting to come back even though I drive past this area pretty frequently. If I did come back, I'd probably just order the same flavor again because it was that good. The Zeppelin is very filling though and kept me good for 2 meals, I just think nothing else on the menu appealed to me (other than the Spicy Tejano) enough to steer away from my go-to sandwich/bowl places if the craving for that type of food ever came. The staff were super friendly though and parking wasn't terrible. I can see why they chose the location since it is a great lunch spot for people in the area tbat want something quick but don't wanna run into the mall/opt for fast food drive thru.

Bursting with flavor in every bite! Came to the Michelin recognized ChopnBlok with my family and we…read moreall loved it. We came during happy hour and were able to try a bunch of different plates. I assume that the happy hour portion sizing is little smaller than the non-happy hour dishes, but I could be wrong. We ordered the Polo Club Suya, Meat Pie Minnies, Coconut Chicken Bites, Golden, Buka, and Black Star. I believe happy hour is M-F, 3-6:30PM Not to be a chicken nugget girl, but I will say that the Coconut Chicken Bites were one of my favorite dishes that night. The chicken was sooo tender and perfectly fried. I don't think I really tasted much coconut though, but still yummy regardless! I also really enjoyed the Meat Pie Minnies and the Polo Club Suya! The pastry pie is so delicious and the Polo Club Suya was packed with flavor. Wished the meat was just a tad more tender, but awesome for the taste buds. Service was great as well - even though it was busy, the staff was still attentive and I felt like our food came out in a timely manner. Interior vibes gave ethnic wine bar feel. It's clean, well decorated, with music flowing. Would recommend to street park for free. There is a valet but the lot is packed. Would not even recommend driving into the parking lot, just street park and walk over.

Came here for mother's day brunch and left very satisfied! Bright and modern vibe inside and…read moreaesthetic bar. Every dish was very rich and different from each other, great for sharing. My favorite bites were - Bowls: Black star, Golden bowl - Wings & tatate (brunch menu): the plantain pancakes are some of the best pancakes I've ever had. - Drinks: The chopman- very savory and interesting

Good salad, this place is good for something refreshing. The staff can be slow sometimes. There is…read morea lot of seating which is nice. Every recent time I have gotten the tea/lemonades which have creative flavors....it comes out watery... I might as well have gotten water. Very upsetting because this places flavors look like they'd be nice.

This location is not very clean. The people are very…read moreunprofessional and rude, no clue about what they're doing. Smerk service. Not coming back for sure.

As a California resident I can confidently state bellagreen would be a very welcome presence. The…read morefood is clean, healthier than the vast majority of chains (on purpose), and quite delectable. The pastas, meatballs, and chicken parmesan are truly top notch. The salads are fantastic. Service is fast andt he restaurant clean - it's not always easy to give a chain five stars but this place deserves it.

At first glance this seems like a sit-down restaurant, but you must order at your table and get…read moreyour own utensils, etc. Having those expectations, this is a good choice for a quick, healthy, and tasty lunch. Their parking lot is far smaller than their dining area promises, so be mindful during rush hours. We really enjoyed the fish tacos, which had fresh and flavorful fish, lightly grilled with fresh cabbage and veggies. The order comes with three tacos for a very filling meal, and a homemade salsa for an extra tang if you like. We also tried the cucumber gazpacho. Perfectly light and refreshing on a hot Houston summer afternoon. If it's still on the menu, I'd recommend it any time. I also had a blackened chicken salad, which came in a huge portion. The chicken was flavorful without being overly salted, and the salad was as fresh as possible. Bella green exceeded my expectations, as it's hard to find such fresh ingredients and healthy options. I'd love to go back.

I visited Cava while I was at the Medical Center in downtown Houston and was looking for something…read morehealthy and convenient. It's definitely one of the best options for fresh ingredients and healthier choices--and still reasonably affordable for the quality. The service was great, the restaurant was clean, and the food was absolutely good. They also have very convenient hours and a wide variety of options to choose from. I would definitely recommend it if you're in the Medical Center area and looking for a healthy, quick meal.

Great service and portions! Food was very fresh and tasty! Highly enjoyed the food and service I…read morereceived at this location when I visited

Piada Italian Street Food is a win every time I come to this location…read more I ordered the Carbonara Pasta with extra sauce, customized with penne instead of noodles and extra roasted red peppers, and it was fire. The sauce was rich and creamy, the penne held the flavor really well, and the roasted red peppers added that extra layer of sweetness and balance that made every bite amazing. The service was quick, friendly, and efficient. Staff was attentive and made sure everything came out exactly how I ordered it. Love how they engaged with all the customers making orders. The ambience was clean, modern, and relaxed, making it a great spot whether you're dining in or grabbing food to go. Overall, great food, smooth service, and a comfortable vibe. If you like customizable Italian comfort food done right, Piada is definitely worth a visit.

I think the major benefit of this place is that the ingredients are fresh, food tastes good, and…read morethe location is situated in the medical center but other than that, it's okay. They give you 1 scoop of protein which isn't a lot - I think Chipotle gives more BUT the salads/pasta are a pretty large portion. For the price, you can get far better quality/quantity elsewhere. On average, the workers are not super friendly but not rude. The place is on the smaller end but it is clean. This is probably more of a "grab-and-go" place than a sit-down. I probably would find another place to eat in the area but it's a decent choice if you want quick Italian.