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Bungalow Downtown Dining

4.0 (762 reviews)
Ultra High-EndSteakhouses, Cocktail Bars, Diners
Closed • 3:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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Ribeye steak
Jackie C.

We came on a Monday evening for dinner and service was so slow. It took our waitress 25 minutes from us sitting down to even getting us water, never mind taking our orders. And then once we put in our order, our entree arrived before my cocktail - I ended up cancelling it and getting a glass of wine instead. Food was ok. For a steakhouse, the steak was nothing to rave about. The mushroom side was also excessively salty. The best part of the meal was the dessert - the lush lemon meringue tart was delicious. It was also nice that they cut both the steak and the dessert into two for us. The restaurant interior is very nice but overall a subpar experience.

Whole Fried Snapper
Amie N.

This review is a bit postponed so I can't recall a lot of details from my experience here. I came in a larger group to celebrate a birthday and remember the service being excellent! The champagne glass offered upon entry while we waited for our table to get set up was a nice touch. I shared the whole fried snapper and a side of brussel sprouts with my friend and we both gave it a 3.5/5. The batter was flavorful and presentation was okay. However the pricing on the menu compared to the quality of the food is a deterrent for me to consider coming back here. Everything we tasted was good, but not "wow" enough to consider it as a luxury dining experience. Cocktails were beautiful and tasty. More on the $20+ side which was fine with me given the quality of them. Parking in this area is a bit tricky though and you will pay $12+ with a little bit of a walk (a block most) to get to the restaurant. This area isn't that safe at night time either so another factor to consider but I know that is out of their control.

Entrance area
Rachelle Rare P.

I think me and food at this place is cursed. Second time here for happy hour of course I loved the decor. I ordered some oysters and they were CHEWY and hard. Worst oysters I've ever had. They also have a very fishy after taste. I've never bit into an oyster and it was hard. I really want to like this place it's soooo cute but.... Also happy hour drinks taste like juice very little alcohol. Service was great wish the oysters has been too.

Carrots
Marva R.

I just want to that Alana for being a great server. Her attention to detail, and having great customer service made the time there a vibe. I enjoyed all the aspects of the dining experience. I would tell anyone please! Please! Please! Try it for yourself! You may like it! Oh and the food was A plus!

My birthday girl is my lovely date! Houston Yelp Elite
Roicia B.

Took my sister out for her birthday while I was in town for work, and she picked Bungalow! Not trying to ruin the shock and aw but handing you champagne upon entry is top tier! This place was giving LUXURY energy and memorable experiences! The food was great I had an amazing time the service was outstanding! The fish was amazing and so was her steak! She had it prepared medium rare and Oscar style-- she was very happy!

Mural Art
Christopher T.

Elegant Potential I tried this restaurant as something new and here's my review. The locations is a treasure of its own filled with many photographic opportunities inside and out. Also very close to paid parking, literally you park see the mural, walk around the corner and you have arrived. Outside is busy and once you enter the doors everything transforms into a getaway of fine dining. You are greeted by the host upon entering and everyone is exceptionally friendly. There is a small lobby with front seating, pending a small wait, otherwise you are promptly seated. The dining area is spacious and some what dimly lit giving more of evening getaway rather than a lunchtime one. So you may need a flash for pictures or may be not. I will always love and appreciate the flexibility of a Chef that takes on the challenge of preparing something for a Vegan diet. My dish was a veggie and pasta, that was worth every bite and I would gladly eat it again. This was accompanied by tempura fried asparagus and a dipping sauce, if desired. I would say it's not n The server kept my glass topped, which is always a plus for me. Overall it was a really great dining experience. Cons: There is an unpleasant odor upon entering, that needs to be addressed. Brooms and dust pans or trash cans should not just be lying in the dining area unattended or used. Even if the trash is in transition it shouldn't be visible from time of Arrival - Dining - Departure. Until the next one Bye -Bye!

Martina M.

Great Experience, Is Worth Trying! Good experience overall, though a bit pricier than expected. The ambiance wasn't amazing but the drinks were great and the food presentation was exceptional. I found this place through a review on Instagram and it didn't disappoint! We tried a variety of appetizers and meals, including the flaming tomahawk steak... definitely a highlight. The drinks were solid, the vibe was good and even without reservations, we were happy to get squeezed in and seated with only a short wait. A little on the expensive side but overall a great experience and worth checking out!

Lobster Bisque
Talesha C.

What an experience! They set drinks on fire. We had smores, but we also had great service and absolutely delicious food! If you haven't been to bungalow you are missing out. We came here on a Thursday night with a party of six. You should definitely make a reservation. When we entered we were greeting with glasses of complimentary sparkling wine. We were right on time for our reservation and seated immediately. We started with the lobster bisque. It was buttery, filled with delicious lobster pieces. It was well flavored and had the perfect level of thickness. Our main entrees were the red snapper and the 8 oz filet mignon with truffle garlic butter. We shared an assortment of sides with the table including green beans, mashed potatoes, and Mac n cheese. My favorite side was the green beans. They were well seasoned and cooked well and not too hard so they still had nutritional value. The filet mignon with the truffle garlic butter was chefs kiss. It was cooked to a perfect medium that let the hemoglobin flow freely as I cut into it. Each bit was a perfect blessing. The red snapper was excellent! The fish was fried but so light and crispy. It was so good and seasoned well and it was so much food you can definitely share this fish. Whenever I come back to Houston, this place will be on the list.

Creamy Seafood Dip
Sophia S.

I went for a happy hour and it was absolutely a vibe! The ambiance, the food, the drinks. Everything! I was greeted with complimentary champagne that was actually pretty good. I ordered a lemon drop that was not too sweet, not too sour, and surprisingly strong, especially for a happy hour drink. Chargrilled oysters: 7.5/10. They were flavorful, but the sauce was kind of weird and untraditional and not in a good way. It felt like an experimental flavor that didn't quite work for an oyster sauce. Creamy Seafood Dip: 9.8/10. This was sooo delicious! Creamy, flavorful, and packed with a good variety of textures from the onions and green peppers to the variety of seafood. The shrimp and crab were perfectly cooked. My only con: the toast it came with was a little too toasted for my liking, but that didn't stop me from eating up every last bite.

Dynamite Shrimp
Tamara F.

I met my friends here for happy hour and we enjoyed the food and drinks. I had a spicy margarita, fried calamari, and dynamite shrimp. The service was good but I don't agree with the automatic 20% gratuity.

Strawberry mojito mocktail
Kendra H.

I went here on Sunday afternoon. The food was amazing good. I got the seafood dip and the Mac and cheese and the shrimp. My friend and she split the dip since it w We a shareable portion. The restaurant was really cute and welcoming staff I didn't like that the parking but it's downtown so yeah! It wasn't too crowded which I loved I think we beat the dinner crowd . I will go back and maybe sit at the bar.

Ema P.

Tens tens tens across the board! My goodness WHAT an amazing time we had! First off... It's beautiful. I've been wanting to go here for a while but the past two and a half years for me have been ... Something. So I just got my turn! I love the greenery and the posh black and white and gold. So classic so beautiful so chic. From the beginning, our server, Kira, was incredible. Dope personality, super kind, thoughtful, considerate, and helpful. We even let her know that even her mere cadence in reciting the menu made us want to order everything. She was everything you could want in a server. I truly hope that she acquires the success that she wants in life. I truly love and appreciate people who understand service-centered roles and the customer experience. Danny, AKA ol' Danny boy, the general manager was pretty awesome too. He came and chat with us for quite a while. He was telling us different stories and scenarios as we shared a few laughs with him. All right.. let's get down to the food. Whole Fried Snapper: Cornmeal Crust, Pickled Chilies, Cajun Sweet Chili Sauce, Remoulade Sauce 10/10- first of all, snapper is my most favorite fish ever. And this did not disappoint. It was perfectly fried and seasoned I ate slowly just to indulge completely. Pineapple Jerk Lemon Pepper Wings: Braised, Flash Fried, Jalapenos, Cilantro 9/10- these wings were so good. The thing that would have made them a standout for me would have been if they were a little bit more spicy. Then they would have been a full 10 out of 10! They were sweet and rich and tasty. I'd order them again and again...just with a side note to pack on the spice! Fried Lobster Tail: Joney Butter, Charred Citrus, Mesclun Mix An easy 10/10- Not only was it succulent and sweet and savory... But it was a beautifully portioned tail! And there are two of them! Just delicious. I wanted 10 more. Blackened Green Beans Now, this is the only thing that I did not want to order but my friend wanted them. I humbly stand corrected. These black and green beans were absolutely delicious. And I even ate it without the sauce that it came with and they were still so good. Maybe the way they blackened it made the difference because I typically do not like OR EAT green beans EVER. These were out of the this world yummy! Grilled asparagus 9/10- yum. Most people will say you can't mess up asparagus up but, trust me, it has been done before! And I won't even call out the restaurants...the elite and upscale restaurants that have done it! These were done very well. They were buttery and savory but still mild and flavor. Nice crunch but not too much. Not soggy or wet at all. Complete perfection. Passion fruit mocktail 10/10 I don't know what they put in this but in my eyes passion fruit can never do any wrong. This was rich and sweet and bright and juicy and all the things. So bloody delicious. Cucumber mint mocktail- 10/10 cucumber mint is a classic combination and they knocked it out of the park. It was refreshing and sweet and incredibly yummy. Passion fruit surprise mocktail- this was a drink they brought at the end of the evening for us because we mentioned that we like passion fruit. Not quite sure what they put in it but the presentation was quite gorgeous. It was a bit fizzy but sweet but not overly sweet. Had a bit of a tang as well. It was nice. I give it an 8/10 What I thought was cool is the photographer that came around to us. She snapped several pictures and within 5 minutes came back with them framed in glass. They were $25 each (yikes) but my friend wanted me to have a momento from the evening, so she bought one. It was a sweet gesture. However! I do think she needs to tell the guests that information when they snap their pictures. Can't wait to plan my next visit here! I was full for a solid 2 days. *Drool*

Whole Fried Snapper
Tiffany S.

Lakayla S. was absolutely amazing. She was very knowledgeable about the menu and treated us like QUEENS. The way she embraced us and made us feel like royalty. Her persona was remarkable and warrants recognition. Although I have been several times it was a different atmosphere during this visit. The attendant who greeted us upon entry with a glass of champagne was very kind and nice. I requested to be seated in the front dining area; however, it was already full although we had reservations. The manager greeted us and apologized for the inconvenience. She made sure to keep checking on us to ensure our experience was nothing but short of amazing. The table side tomahawk steak presentation is everything and fabulous. The grilled, smoked and enticing smells exhumed the room with expectations of joy for the palate. We ordered several appetizers: Creamy seafood dip, Dynamite shrimp, Pineapple jerk lemon pepper wings. Main dishes - Whole fried snapper, Peruvian Chicken, Fried lobster tails Side dishes - Sautéed mushrooms, Mac n cheese, Brussel sprouts Drinks - Coffee culture, Empress 1908 Gimlet, Sunkissed Sunset, Daou Family Estate Everything was delicious except the Peruvian chicken was named fancy but tasted like baked chicken with a sauce poured over it. The Fried snapper was cooked to perfection deep fried and arrived staring at us waiting to help us fill our bellies. The parking is located right on the side of building for a fee. There are a lot of homeless people who frequent the lot but they are homeless. Actually there is one guy who always greets everyone like he is employed there or own the lot. I love it because it reminds me of New Orleans where our residents will greet you as if they been knowing you. I am looking forward to returning and I wish they would have kept the bar in the second dining areas because I felt like your drink orders were faster and more attentive. Our total was $419.00 which includes 20%service fee automatically.

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Ask the Community - Bungalow Downtown Dining

How much is the reservation fee?

If you want to sit at the bar no reservations are needed. I believe the deposit for a reservation depends on how big your group is though

Is there valet parking?

No however there is a pay parking right next to the restaurant.

What is the dress code?

I'd say, date night attire.

Does this restaurant accept Apple Pay or use tap?

Yes! I was able to go to the register and pay with my Applewatch!

How is parking, are there any garages close by or do they have valet?

It's parking directly behind the establishment. So very convenient and accessible. It is dark but that has nothing to do with the restaurant, that is the city of Houston. But we had an amazing time

Is this business kid friendly? **update**…

I feel like you could bring older kids. But it definitely is more of an adult vibe.

Do they offer happy hour drinks or appetizers?

Hello, we do offer appetizers but not happy hour at this time

Is there parking offered?

There is a parking lot next to the restaurant. You will need to pay.

Is there Valet?

No valet as of yet, still under soft opening so not sure if it would be offered after fully running.

Is there a place online to see the prices for the food? We have teenagers that would like to see if it is affordable for prom night

Appetizers were like $20-$25, entrees were about $35-$50. Sides are separate and I'm sorry I don't remember the prices of the sides.

How is parking?

We had to pay $20 to park in the parking lot behind the restaurant on a Friday night. I believe you can also try to find metered parking on the street with us free Mon-Sat from 6PM-7AM and all day Sunday.

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Came here for a friend's birthday party recently on a Saturday night and we had a great time. Our…read moreserver impressively managed our whole group of 30+ people efficiently and quickly. The DJ was also bumpin'! Song choices were fitting and he mixed the music seamlessly which made the vibes so much more fun. We loved the Prosciutto Flatbread, the toppings were generous and the crust was perfectly chewy but crispy. We also got the Papas Bravas, which was pretty standard. For drinks, we got the Situationship, Lychee Lemon Drop, Smooth Operator, and Blue Tile IPA. All the cocktails were very tasty and perfectly balanced. Food and drinks here are definitely on the pricier side for a typical Houston bar.

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4.6(69 reviews)
3.2 mi•The Heights

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Great bar Met some…read morefriends here after dinner. They were packed and boomin when we arrived. Dj set up right behind us and got the night started right. Even though the place was completely full, the service was still quick and really good. They brought out more chairs to accommodate our growing party and we never had to wait long for drinks. After about an hour, we slid through the back door and into the speakeasy. This portion of the bar was equally impressive and had the same high end vibe. More great service, more great drinks. Some Louis XIII may have been poured- which came with white glove service and a complete history lesson btw lol Literally zero complaints. Just a great night out.

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4.7(120 reviews)
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We stopped into Jethro's Cocktail Lounge while we were out at the Vintage Community Market hosted…read moreby Faculty Club Never, and it ended up being one of those places you're so glad you randomly walked into. First, the vibe. It is warm, stylish, and very Montrose in the best way. It feels elevated but still relaxed enough to just sit, talk, and enjoy your time without feeling rushed. We came during happy hour and it was such a great deal. I ordered the Sweet Like Peach Tree, which was light, refreshing, and perfectly balanced with the peach and ginger. My husband got the Frozen Paloma and it was just as good, super smooth with the right citrus bite. We also shared the churros and they were honestly a must order. Warm, crispy, and paired with Nutella and caramel. What really made the experience stand out though was our bartender, Manny. He was incredibly welcoming from the moment we sat down, had such a great personality, and made the whole experience feel personal. You can tell he genuinely enjoys what he does, and that kind of service is hard to find. He also told us about their upcoming two year anniversary party on May 3rd with rotating live DJs, which sounds like it will be such a fun time. We will definitely be back. Between the drinks, the atmosphere, and the service, this place really gets it right.

On my weekly walks through midtown, I got to watch Jethro's be built and come to life. First visit…read morewas a big HIT for me and I love finding time to come back. The vibes are immaculate! It's a little small inside and a small parking lot, but if you're lucky and can walk there, do! The quality of the drinks are really excellent and the burgers have been voted some of the best in town! I can't speak for them, but the drinks and the spot, are phenomenal. They have bingo nights, dj nights, and other themed events that keep the place packed out. Maybe once I try the burgers, it'll be 5 stars, but the smallll parking lot and lack of safe street parking keep me at 4.

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