This is my old school favorite restaurant to go to regularly in Houston. The service is wonderful…read more The food is incredible. The ambience is so calm and inviting. If you've never tried Ethiopian food, you are missing out. Take advantage of the vegetable and the meat platter, which they will combine. It is a food feast for the eyes, and the senses.

I had a pretty good experience at blue Nile. The food was pretty delicious & the ambiance was nice…read more It was a little expensive & I thought the service could've been a little better We got the family platter - the Ethiopian traditional family size special. It was a lot of food! We had a group of 7 people & it +appetizers was the perfect size for everyone. It was really fun to sample everything too - there were definitly some standouts like the door wot and the beef kibbe. The sambusas were also delicious! Definitly a standout. The honey wine was good too. Ambiance was very nice. It felt intimate and small. I do think service was a little slow. It took little bit for the food & towards the end of the meal we had to flag down the waitress a few times. Overall a good experience though. Definitly worth a try

Delicious authentic food, great staff, very friendly. Great place to explore and have fun.read more

I've been wanting to try this restaurant for a little while now and since I had training in The…read moreHeights for work. I had my opportunity to. Parking is on the opposite side of the temple. The grounds of the temple is well manicured and neat with flowers. A big red sign read, "Govinda" was positioned so that I wouldn't miss it. As soon as I walked in at lunch time, the restaurant was damn near empty with only two families. The host immediately sat me at a table front of the buffet line. There was a strong lingering smell of pine-sol and Mr. Clean in the air. Of course, that indication told me that the restaurant was clean. The items on the buffet line was plenty, but limited. I got the rice, tofu curry, chaat marsala, and some vegetables. Everything except for the chaat was bland. It wasn't very easy to eat while the smell of cleaning supplies was in the air. It reminded me of sitting in a bucket of cleaning chemicals while eating a meal. The tofu curry tasted only like turmeric, but no salt or pepper or anything. The rice was super bland. The chaat marsala was very tasty and well seasoned. I finished off with desserts which both options were tasty. I hope to return to try their holiday menu, but I think today was a bad day for the cooks.

Pondicheri is always a favorite! The vibes are just right, comfortable, vibrant, eclectic with a…read morestrong sense of modern Indian culture. I love how much south Indian food is on the menu, and most tastes homemade. Service was friendly, knowledge about the menu, and responsive. We'll keep coming back! Validated arking is in the garage but be sure to scan the QR code in the restaurant to check in for parking - helpful to get your license plate number to check in.

Service was great - gave good recommendations and was attentive to our table even though we sat…read moreoutside. I would say the menu was a little hard to read as far as overall readability and organization. For example, for the size of the Kashmiri kebabs, I was surprised to see they were a pretty large portion - since they were under Street Favorites, I would think they would've been smaller. Meena Bazaar Samosa (potato) 7.5/10 - ($6) Spicy, creamy, flavorful potato filling. This came with a tamarind chutney (not particularly my favorite), but it cuts through the richness of the samosa. Black Sesame Chicken Samosa 9/10 - ($7) Yum!! Loved this one. The yogurt and fig that accompanied this was perfect. I think the yogurt sauce should be served on the Meena Bazaar samosa as well. These samosas were a good sharing size once you cut it in half. Shrimp Balchao 6.5/10 - ($28) Heavy on the big chunks of ginger in the sauce. The overall composition reminds me of shakshuka, as this balchao had a similar flavor profile (but with more ginger)- tomato based thick sauce, red pepper, and big pieces of shrimp. The quality of shrimp was fantastic, and it's served with a dosa. Kasmiri Kebabs (Chicken) 7/10 - ($24) These were good. Chicken was juicy. It was a little spicy, but the yogurt sauce and mini orange salad helped balance it out. I loved the orange salad - it really needed an acidic component. I just wish the kebabs were served with rice. This spot is a chance to experience Indian food from a difference lens, and I think it's worth trying! I wasn't personally blown away, but maybe the brunch menu is better!

So glad I came here. Food was so fresh! Definitely coming back. Staff is super nice and the place…read morehas a cool vibe and super clean too.

I would not come here again based on the food received for the price (we liked the atmosphere…read morethough) I came to a Vietnamese restaurant looking for a healthier lunch option. I ordered the Garlic Egg Noodles with shrimp. I personally found the dish too oily and too salty for my liking., and I was also disappointed to find out that the shrimp were lightly breaded. At $16.50 plus tax, my meal tasted to me a bit like fast food Chinese, which is definitely not what I was looking for.... And especially at that price. All that said, the restaurant had a very pleasant dining area, and all the staff interactions were great. So, for others that like the taste profile that this restaurant serves up, it might be a good choice for them.... but alas a disappointment to me. Also, I didn't like the fact that they are inflating their reviews by bribing people with a free driving for leaving a "positive"review (see photo)

Great food! Party of 4 spent around $115 (plus tips) for 4 spicy vegetarian phở (one specially…read morerequested not spicy, so adjustments allowed!), 1 fried rice, and 2 deserts (good portion size to share among 4!). Service was speedy: you pay up front after your meal but every dish and utensil was brought to us efficiently. Very beautiful restaurant!

The eggplant was really good. Very pretty and colorful place. Not the biggest place inside but the…read moreservice was quick and pleasant. Went on Chinese New Year and it was packed with a line extending out of the door. I would come back and try more items.

I initially chose Nokturne for a quiet place to work based on reviews I'd seen, I was more than…read moresatisfied when it hit all the notes for me! Food was delicious, the atmosphere was perfect, and the service was excellent! The cafe has two main seating areas. One is quiet, beautiful, and slightly dim for a calm focused mood. The other is a brighter seating area if you want natural light. I chose the dimmer side and I was able to get a lot of work done here. As a vegan, there are plenty of options that range from nachos to steamed buns to cheesecake. I also tried something from their juice bar menu: DELICIOUS!! My server's name was Kat, I told her it was my first time here and she helped me choose the best options for me based on my personal tastes and her recommendations. She checked on me often and was always so warm and kind! Not to mention, it's VERY CLEAN!! Can not recommend this beautiful cafe enough!! #WOAH

I like to drink fresh juice every once in a while. And the idea of a juice bar makes me happy…read morebecause I'm taking care of myself. I actually went on a juice fast and ended up lasting 43 days. TMI? Anyway, I enjoyed this juice bar and the staff was nice.

Vegee Green was the perfect place to celebrate my son's 5th birthday! The energy was great, the…read morestaff made us feel welcome, and I'm so grateful we chose this spot for his special day. The menu is completely vegan and filled with authentic Chinese and Sichuan-style dishes, which is such a rare find. My son's all-time favorite is the noodles, and he was more than happy with his birthday meal! I had the Sichuan potatoes, and they were flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and absolutely delicious. Everything we tried was top tier The prices are also incredibly affordable, especially considering the portions, quality, and fully vegan menu. Great food great experienc and great vibes all around. Vegee Green is officially being added to our regular rotation!

Fantastic experience. This gem is hidden in a new plaza with new businesses opening up. Vegee Green…read moreis very clean and new inside. The decor is modern and they have self serve kiosks to order, similar to the ones in Asia (and some boba place in the US). Even with the self serve kiosk the hostess was very kind and guided me through. I ordered the made in house crispy filet appetizer and the fish noodle soup. The filets were decent, but the noodle soup was superb and tasty. I loved the amount they give and the broth was very mellow but flavorful. Definitely plan to return to try more items.

I love Bread Zeppelin! Every time I go, it never disappoints. This time we ordered the Classic…read moreCaesar Zeppelin, Atlantis Zeppelin, and a Nola Bowl. The Atlantis was so fresh and delicious! If you love Mediterranean flavors, I definitely recommend giving it a try. My sister came with me for her first visit, and she loved the Classic Caesar! I have to say, I think the Classic Caesar will always be my favorite too! The staff was incredibly friendly and quick with our orders. At the very end, I asked if they could add a to-go order for my husband, and they were happy to accommodate without any hesitation. Always a great experience here!

Hands down one of my favorite salad/sandwich spots in Houston. They are a little pricey but it's…read moreworth it due to the quality of their ingredients and the size of your portion. A "zeppelin" (salad stuffed in bread) includes 4 ingredients and a salad includes six. You have the option to order a zeppelin or salad that is on the menu or you can build your own. I think it's cool that they make their croutons from the bread they take out to make the zeppelin shape. They also offer bread pudding, soups and specially crafted lemonades. The staff is always so sweet and ask the right questions to ensure they are making my order correctly. I would recommend downloading their app to benefit from special promotions and to earn points per purchase. After downloading the app, they give you $5 off towards your first purchase!

I forgot to take a pic but we shared a spicy curry bowl with chicken and salmon. The salmon was a…read morelittle salty to me, but good overall. The chicken was perfect. It was such a nice lunch to share. Definitely enough for two people. The place itself is very cute and we'll kept. I'm not sure if it was the owner or manager but a lady greeted us when we go to the counter and she asked later what we ordered; great service from her. The gentleman that took our order wasn't as bubbly, but he also wasn't rude. So, we'll accpet that. Lol Moral of the story, eat there.

Love this spot. This is one of the first restaurants I tried tofu at and it is well cooked! The…read moretofu entree with two sides is my go to. I usually do double Mac& cheese for the sides because their Mac& cheese is so unique and I personally really like it. Always great service whether I order to go or dine in. Always clean environment and spacious indoor and pretty outdoor patio. Healthy variety food and healthy dessert options made in house.

Healthy, fresh, and delicious. This place really did impress me! There were so many things on the…read moremenu I wanted to try but alas, I only have one belly. I took my order to-go, so I can't speak too much on the service or environment here. But there's a bunch of seating (inside and out!). I opted for the chicken shawarma bowl since it seemed like one of the more delicious, leafy green options that wasn't just a straight-up salad. OH MY GOSH IT WAS MIND BLOWING. The little pieces of grilled halloumi cheese, sweet potatoes, and sauce really took this bowl to the next level. I usually don't eat all my food but I clapped the entirety of this bowl immediately. I would be a regular here if I lived nearby. 11/10 recommend if you're looking for something fresh and nutritious.

I had lunch here yesterday and I'm still thinking about it. This place is truly a gem for…read moreplant-based lovers. Big spacious restaurant with lots of whimsical decor. The menu is what really stood out to me. I love that they are so plant-based forward and how the dishes are made with a lot of fresh and local ingredients. I ordered: - Cashew Queso - it was so delicious and surprisingly very creamy with a lovely savory taste to it. A true 5/5. - Garden Sammie - I like that the sandwiches come with two mini sides of your choice. I chose the kale salad and the potato salad. The sandwich was very good and tasted fresh and healthy. 5/5. - Whipped Feta + bread - it was good but the heavy honey drizzle all over the bread made it a little too sweet for me. It would have been perfect if there was just a light drizzle. I would order again and ask for a light drizzle or just for the honey to be on the side. Still 5/5. Service was warm and helpful. Our food runner was super friendly and made the experience even more wonderful. I highly recommend visiting here if you haven't already. So happy this place exists!