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Eric Josephon Google

2 months ago

My wife has been here a few times and had been telling me about their food. Recently we found out about their Sunday Supper, which is an $18 comfort food dish that they have every Sunday Starting at 4:30pm most Sundays. From the moment you walk in, they will work to accommodate you pending their reservations and availability. For my first visit, we sat in the bar area for our family dinner, where we had Jordan who is amazing server! This was also the First Sunday of the month, which is chicken fried steak night! The chicken fried steak was perfect, great size, excellent taste and great sides! Their bread was also perfect though not everyone was a fan of the pimento cheese, but the bone marrow butter and salted butter were spot on! On my second visit, I came back for their Chicken Parmesan with basil pesto spaghetti, which was also perfect! Eventually I'll come back to try their Friday game burgers or other offerings from their regular menu, but for time being, we look forward to the Sunday Suppers! I gotta take a moment to brag on Jordan! When he spotted us on our 2nd and 3rd visit he greeted us at the front door and got us checked in and walked us back to the bar area where we had a reservation for, and seated us outside for our outside reservation on our 3rd visit! Everyo For the tldr, great restaurant, great staff, great food! Especially the Sunday supper! P.S. if you aren't in a rush or if the weather is nice, I would advise sitting outside or at least going for a brief walk in their outdoor patio area for a nice view!

Katherine Ton Google

5 months ago

I think I had very high expectations after seeing photos online. While I was anticipating a polished, upscale atmosphere, the reality was a bit different. From the street, the restaurant is surprisingly unassuming; if you aren’t looking for it, you could easily drive right past. Once inside, the vibe is strictly rustic. While some might find it cozy, I felt the interior could use a bit of a "shine." Having dined at other high-end establishments, the upkeep here felt like it was trailing behind the premium cost of the meal. However, the service was a major highlight. Our server was incredibly nice and warm. From the moment we sat down, he welcomed us and treated us with the utmost care and respect, which definitely elevated the evening. This was my first foray into game meat, so I approached the menu with a mix of curiosity. Since I don't have a baseline for these meats, it’s hard to tell if my experience was due to the preparation or the nature of the proteins. Bison was amazing and definitely the highlight of the night. Venison, Rabbit, & Quail were "so-so" or just okay for me. I couldn’t quite tell if the preparation was lacking or if I just didn't care for the specific meats. The whipped accompaniments for the bread were good, but the bread itself was mediocre. Similarly, the drink I ordered was just "ok ok"—nothing to write about.

Dan Hayeson Google

3 months ago

A very rustic and beautiful setting hidden in downtown Houston. Perfect for special occasions. The menu specializes in wild game dishes and is prepared magnificently. Staff was super friendly. I highly recommend.

Liberty Von Google

2 months ago

giving two stars because i was very unimpressed. went for brunch with my father to celebrate my birthday. first of all, no sweet tea. in texas. how dare they. we got sticky rolls for the table (good, maybe a little dry, 7/10), the caesar salad (bland, burned lettuce, and the croutons were so rock hard), the beef eggs benedict (REALLY not good, VERY gooey and goopy, didnt ask how id like my eggs poached, 1/10), and the chicken fried steak (alright, weirdly very sweet. green beans completely under done, 3/10). very very bland experience. dessert (peach sorbet thing) had inedible garnish (my biggest pet peeve) but was goos enough. waitress was kind of snobby and inattentive (lauren maybe was her name?). the front desk young lady (who i wish i got the name of! dark skin, leaner build, short maybe blonde buzzcut? when i went she was wearing the COOLEST boots) was absolutely the highlight of my experience, just like a nice service focused person. will not return.

Montana Novichon Google

3 weeks ago

We had an absolutely fantastic dinner at Rainbow Lodge! Since moving to Houston, we’ve driven by the restaurant many times but had never stopped in. For my fiancé’s 30th birthday, he wanted to venture out and give it a try, and it absolutely did not disappoint. The food was fantastic, but the service was the real standout. Being in the hospitality industry myself, service is something I naturally pay close attention to, and Rainbow Lodge truly blew me away. From the handwritten and signed birthday card to our champagne glasses never being empty, every little detail made the experience feel incredibly special. Izzy, our server, was fantastic and is definitely a standout in the industry. He was attentive, knowledgeable, warm, and made the entire evening memorable. I would absolutely recommend Rainbow Lodge to anyone looking for a great dining experience in Houston.