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4.2 (68 reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Oxtail Smash Burger
Makayle H.

The cutest coffee shop located next to the most vibrant and eccentric black owned library, Kindred Stories! I met up with some coworkers to do some work and there was ample space to meet. They even have a room in the back if you need something quieter plus tables and chairs outside if you want to soak up some vitamin D while working! Omg, that oxtail burger!?! I was skeptical at first, but when I say 10 out of 10!!! It was so good that I recommended it to my coworker, who's a picky eater. After a little convincing, she ordered it and was amazed at how good it was! AND THOSE FRIES!? Idk what kind of seasoning they put on them but whew, they were so good! To quench my thirst, I ordered the cucumber mint limeade with a splash of lavender-chef's kiss!!! I will definitely be coming back and bringing others along!

Brittney D.

This was my second timing dining at Rado; I came back bc I love the history and the mission and vision behind LRG. And because I enjoyed my first experience. Today I had the Standard, upgraded with french toast and again, I'm pleased. The food takes time, so prepare yourself. Browse the shop, pop over next door to Kindred or to have a sit in their outdoor dining space and relax. Meal was satisfactory- you do have to do the French toast- so good it didn't need syrup. My eggs were salty; but it didn't stop me from eating them. Def support this establishment next time you're in third ward. Two word review: solid brunch.

Oxtail Smash Burger
Brett N.

Why 5 stars? Because my burger was absolutely delicious. --- --- --- I had my Dad meet me here for a pre-game dinner before we went to an Astros game and ended up really happy with this choice. I took one look at the menu and knew I wanted the Oxtail burger, so that was an easy decision. I also wanted mac-n-cheese, but they were out of that, so I ordered the fries instead. While I was bummed to miss out on the mac, the fries were awesome, so no regrets there. If you are a person who is a little weary of the "oxtail" part, I can assure you that you would never know the difference between a regular burger and this. I definitely couldn't tell anything out of the ordinary, other than the fact that it was extra tasty/juicy. My only gripe is that it was on the smaller side and I was in a face-stuffing mood. But you know what? It's probably better than Rado saved me from myself and my appetite of 7 men. Bonus points for a nice, large parking lot. We didn't know what to expect for parking because Google Street view wasn't updated, but parking here should never be an issue.

Tunes and wine
Bradley L.

I've seen Rado Market pop up on some "best burger" lists in Houston, so with the day off for the 4th, I figured it was the perfect time to check it out--especially since it's just down the street. I love supporting places rooted in the community, and Rado, located right across from Emancipation Park, fully embraces that mission. The space is beautiful--bright, clean, and welcoming. You can tell a lot of care went into designing a place that feels good to be in, not just another restaurant. There's a small grocery section with locally made products, a café counter, books, wine... it really feels like a love letter to Third Ward. I came for the burger, and it did not disappoint. A burger from the team behind Lucille's? You already know it's going to be good. The oxtail smash burger might be one of the best I've had in Houston. The patty was rich and flavorful (you can actually taste the oxtail), and the tomato jam and garlic aioli gave it a perfect sweet-savory balance. The brioche bun was soft but sturdy--every element felt intentional. It's clearly a chef-driven burger. They were closing early at 2 for the holiday, so I grabbed my food to go and headed across the street to Emancipation Park. I found a table by the pool, where families were out enjoying the day--kids splashing in the water, everyone trying to beat the heat. It was the perfect setting to enjoy a great burger. Rado Market isn't just a spot for good food (though it absolutely delivers on that front). It's part of something bigger--celebrating history, investing in the neighborhood, and feeding the community in every sense of the word. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu... and maybe grab a bottle of wine or some local goodies while I'm at it.

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Tiffany M.

Great brunch/lunch spot. I frequent the bookstore in the same shopping center and have been curious to try out Rado but am always short on time unfortunately. I went for an event and had the opportunity to grab a bit to eat after. The menu has some great offering but I was really in the mood for some fries and a burger. The fries and burger are fresh to order so the wait time is a bit longer but I'm willing to wait on good food. This is the type of place you order at the counter and get a number. It's a busy local spot but did not have any issues finding a seat. There is an outdoor patio area that has good shady spots and I really enjoyed eating outdoors! The staff was friendly and it was overall a nice solo brunch experience. As for the food I love the fries but was not impressed with the burger I'll definitely have to try some more items on the menu.

Oxtail Smash Burger
Catelin D.

Hands down, best burger in Houston. I love it here. I love the collards in the salad. I love the smoky oxtail burger so much. I usually take friends and out of towners here to teach them the history of the Eldorado Ballroom, which is my absolute favorite place in Houston, TX and explain the history of it and Emancipation park. The food is just a great show stopper to top it all off. You can't go wrong with this restaurant group. They own Lucille's as well Late August, but this place and this burger- must try baby.

Art decor
Haley M.

I came here for a Yelp event initially and returned because Kindred Stories moved next door in the El Dorado Ballroom. I had their Toast Crunch latte and it was SO DELICIOUS. The barista was super kind and came to find me and hand me the coffee once it was done. The place feels very historial and kinda has a diner aesthetic. It's attached to the el dorado ballroom and it's super spacious. There's plenty of seating and space; lots of decor and photos and I really appreciate that Kindred Stories highlighted some of their books in the market itself. I really love this place and I'll be back soon. 10/10 recommend for the food and the coffees.

LATTE and OXTAIL & EGG TACOS
Theresa K.

I needed a quick coffee and breakfast tacos while in Houston for a quick trip. The coffee was good, and the breakfast tacos are big, two come with the order so they are shareable. One will fill you up.

Oxtail Smash Burger with Potato Salad.
Ericka S.

Recently, after visiting Kindred Bookstore, I decided to finally check out The Rado Market -- both housed in the historic Eldorado Ballroom. There are numerous restaurants I enjoy in Third Ward, but The Rado Market is unique and has a diner/café feel. The lady who helped at the counter was very friendly and professional, even making solid suggestions. We ordered around 30 minutes within closing time, but were still accommodated. That's cool! I tried the Oxtail Smash Burger with a side of potato salad. The burger was great. Having asked someone beforehand if it had more of a Jamaican jerk essence, I was advised it did not have this flavor but was still good. I thought the flavor of the burger was great, and it might have had arugula on it, if I remember correctly. Wasn't a fan of the potato salad but did get to try some fries and those were awesome (the tiny bit of catfish po boy I tried was excellent). I thought the lemonade was really good. Several different parties dined in the restaurant, but since it was near closing time, we dined outside. Great experience overall. 5/5

Charlene P.

I love this place! We had a late lunch on Saturday. A few lively patrons were there. Our food was delivered quickly. And most importantly the food was delicious! We split the grain bowl with chicken and the fried green tomato sandwich. They were both amazing. I forgot how much space is in the back and the patio area. It is a great place to study or work as well. I love that they have books from the next-door bookstore. Highly recommend!

Jonaya P.

I had the T'B.A.E sandwich & a side of grits. The sandwich isn't nasty -- it has lots of potential but I ordered via door dash which may have affected the quality of my experience. The sandwich is dry and a tad bit salty. There were no condiments included nor offered as an add on option which would've taken the sandwich to a 10 easily. I see the potential, but these minor changes could make it better. I'd eat here again but in person this time, for the full experience.

Rado
Vik P.

Outside of being a bit too salty on the sandwich and a slight pool of oil at the bottom of the mac & cheese everything was quite tasty and filling. Spicy Turkey sandwich is what I ordered. Love the toast in the bread and some chips added to the inside for a little extra crunch. The sandwich came with 2 sides which I ended up splitting into 2 meals. The fries were perfectly flavored and crispy on the outside soft on the inside, just how I like them. Great addition to this neighborhood. Tone back on the salt, as I have seen in other reviews as well, and this could be a 5 star review for me. Customer service was excellent.

The Standard Biscuits & Gravy
Sandra K.

You already know what I'm starting with. Parking. No problems here. Huge spacious lots with many options and ample sized parking spaces. We love the Rado Market and have been coming here since after the Yelp event a few months ago. Food is on par and reasonably priced with great flavor. The market is super cute with a lot of choices too. We especially loved the outdoor area and the upper deck patio. It was a bit warm even at 9am so we opted to sit in the downstairs patio. Staff was really nice and they were nice to my child, something you don't get a lot of here in the United States. We ate our food completely up. Wish they had offered some butter for the grits but overall a tasty meal. We both got chicken sausage and you could tell this sausage was house made. Can't wait to go back and try other items and the drinks.

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ChopnBlok - Montrose

4.5(468 reviews)
1.5 mi•Montrose, Fourth Ward
•$$

Literally now one of my FAVORITE restaurants in Houston! I mean damn y'all consistently come…read morethrough with so much flavor it's ridiculous. I love high quality ingredients and feel like they go a long way. But even more I feel like knowing what to do with ingredients go even further. I hate buying high quality ingredients meals where the chef did little to enhance the food. Not at all the case here. EVERY dish you order while have the chef's handprint on it and I F'n LOVE IT!! I've enjoyed ChopnBlok since I first tried it at POST Houston but I'll leave this review to focus on the Montrose location. Now come on this review journey with me! I had been meaning to come here for a minute but had never gotten around to it and the first time I did was when a friend told me about "Parlay on the Blok", which is a block party series they do and this one they had collabed with The Breakfast Klub!!! So combining with one of the places that is already one of my top spots in the city plus good vibes I had to pull up. It was popping there so was a thing to get a spot and get that order in but I'm glad I did. Beyond the fact that it was a good vibe for the culture and the community out there. The food hit! We got there late for the block party so some items had ran out and honestly it was for the best because I would've ended up buying some of everything they were offering. I got the Wings & Rice and the Malt Short Ribs and Grits. The first was The Breakfast Klub's wings with Afro brunch fried rice. The second came with a dòdò pepper relish with a malt demi-glaze. Boy oh boy! Already knew the wings was going to hit and the fried rice paired really well with it. The short rib was so damn tender and the relish and glaze just....just give me some more! Both of them are dishes I would order again if they were on a constant menu. As someone who doesn't eat pork, I love that this is a spot that I can count on putting out delicious food packed with flavor and know they have not a lick of pork on the menu. Now for their regular menu items lol. I was in the area so I popped in for their happy hour and of course they delivered. Love that they have the community tables, which allows for people to get a table as a walk up but not at the bar. It also creates a special space to connect with strangers, as you can be sat across the table from someone you've never met as you both enjoy deliciousness. If you haven't noticed yet I love this place and will basically only have good things to say, and it all comes from the most honest space. Happy hour offers some of their main dishes just in smaller portions. I started off with the Suya and Cheese patties and I honestly have a hard time imagining me coming here and not ordering these. From the flaky breading to the meat and cheese inside it does everything it's supposed to. I also got the Golden bowl and every bit of it was delicious. You can give me a side of the Jollof Jambalaya everyday and I'd be good. I'm usually not for alcohol with my food but was in the mood for a cocktail and I wasn't sure on the Irie Punch and my waitress brought me and shot of Irie Punch that I quickly ordered after tasting. The Deviled Scotch Egg is suck your teeth and fingers good. It's so damn good that I literally had some of the greens they sit on and thought it was the egg filling on it just to realize it was the dressing they had on it. I was sucking the damn mini salad off my fingers it was so good. For the greens and dressings, which are just garnish for the egg, to be that good is truly ridiculous. I got a side of the Waakye Fried Rice not realizing it is a black rice dish, but even that was still good. Chef Ope Amosu does not miss with a single dish served. They have been Michelin recognized and I honestly think it is beyond well deserved. Not quit reading my review and figure out why I love this place for yourself.

I usually go in at the tail end of happy hour, some of the best price and portions for happy hour…read morebtw, but I went towards the beginning yesterday. And the prices are so reasonable that you can really sample a significant amount from the main menu in small portions for less than half the price of the full order. Service is always stellar, I mean absolutely stellar ALWAYS. The place is always lively. It's been a while since I went not sure if there was a shift in the menu or if I'm remembering incorrect but even though I genuinely enjoyed it, I feel like it was not as good as it used to be to be. Mind you it was still excellent. One thing has not changed which is the plantain bread one of my favorite desserts. We had suya, plantain chips, beef pies, coconut chicken bites and I had the plantain bread and the new dessert. ( new dessert not my thing)

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ChopnBlok - Montrose - Inside

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ChopnBlok - Montrose - Course 2 - Citrus Smoked Chicken w/ Native Fried Rice, Scallion Masa Pancake & Seasonal Pickles

Course 2 - Citrus Smoked Chicken w/ Native Fried Rice, Scallion Masa Pancake & Seasonal Pickles

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Le Jardinier - HRW 2026: LE FRAISIER

Le Jardinier

4.4(331 reviews)
1.5 mi•Museum District
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The service was wonderful and I definitely felt pampered…read more The restaurant was very pretty in a modern way. The food was delicious and very creative.

At Le Jardinier, the art doesn't stop at the gallery door. Dinner feels like an extension of the…read moreexhibit, with each plate carefully composed and almost too attractive to disturb. Almost. I had come to eat, after all. The Octopus Carpaccio was the highlight. Thin slices of octopus paired with Spanish chorizo and peppers made for an absolutely divine combination. The presentation drew me in, but the flavors held my attention. This is the dish I would return for. The Parisian Gnocchi, served with summer squash, chanterelles, and basil, offered something different from the potato-based versions I'm accustomed to. The flour-based preparation was interesting and enjoyable, though the portion felt small for an entrée. I found myself studying the arrangement, partly in admiration and partly to establish whether there might be another gnocchi hiding somewhere. The heirloom tomato and watermelon salad was my least favorite. I didn't think the cucumbers worked particularly well with the other ingredients, and the result felt fairly ordinary despite its beautiful presentation. At $26, I wanted something more memorable. The Midnight Orchard was my favorite cocktail. Its blueberry-infused bourbon, turbinado syrup, and plum and orange bitters made it a standout. Le Carajillo was another highlight: Licor 43, pandan, and espresso came together remarkably smoothly--probably the smoothest carajillo I've had. The evening finished with the Valrhona dark chocolate dessert, accompanied by caramel sabayon and white chocolate ice cream. Naomi deserves particular recognition. She knew every dish down to the fine details and answered questions with an ease that reflected how thoroughly she understood the menu. She was also unfailingly polite and welcoming. Her knowledge helped me appreciate what was on the plate, and her hospitality made the evening that much more enjoyable. Then came the bill: $167.78 before tip, for me alone. Apparently, admiring the art and acquiring it have more in common than I thought. The price didn't erase the pleasure of dinner, but it did give me pause. I didn't leave hungry, though I didn't feel full either. In fairness, I chose lighter dishes, so my ordering likely contributed. Still, portion size and price remain part of the experience, even when the food is beautifully executed. The setting and service were five stars, and the octopus and drinks gave me plenty to recommend. The value was harder to embrace. Four stars overall: a memorable evening, made better by Naomi, with a few exceptional highlights and a price that makes returning a considered decision.

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Yuca Crusted Cod

Le Jardinier - Burgundy wine pairing: 2017 Givry Premier Cru (red)

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Perseid - Bread and butter

Perseid

4.4(83 reviews)
2.0 mi•Montrose

Came across this hidden gem from a food review. I didn't know there was a hotel in Montrose. So we…read moredecided to try out the restaurant for brunch. The atmosphere was laid back and the ambiance was very conducive for a great date spot. The service was impeccable. Never had to wait on anything and the food came out in a timely manner. The food was just like the reviewer had said: the pancakes were delicious and had a lemony taste to them, bacon was just like I like it, crisp but firm with a smoky flavor, roasted potatoes were firm and roasted to perfection and the added sea salt gave them that just right taste that lingers with you, but the star of the show was the Scallion biscuits. They were done to perfection from the texture to the taste and when you added your jam and butter to them, everything went to another dimension. Definitely will be one of my new brunch spots.

The food is absolutely amazing! Literally everything on the plate was excellent, from taste to…read morepreparation. A great place for brunch! The vibe of the restaurant is quaint and chic, it's nestled in the middle of the Saint Augustine hotel. The service has room for improvement, the hostess booth hasn't been occupied in my 4 visits when I arrive and takes a noticeable amount of time for you to be greeted and seated. The staff seems to move a bit slow overall but if you can pack some patience the food is worth it!

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Perseid - Unisex restrooms

Unisex restrooms

Perseid - Bolognese

Bolognese

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Roots

Roots

4.4(169 reviews)
1.0 mi•EaDo
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​Roots in Houston is such a hidden gem! It is an amazing wine bar with a wonderful, cozy ambiance…read morethat immediately makes you feel at home. ​The best part is the tasting experience--they let you sample a huge variety of delicious wines from all over the world using their unique tasting setup. It's such a fun way to discover new favorites. To top it all off, their appetizers are absolutely great and pair perfectly with the drinks. If you love good wine and a great atmosphere, you have to check this place out!"

So if i honestly could give it zero stars, i would. The place is adorable and the lady at the front…read moreis very sweet. But we paid $32 for a so called "charcuterie board" which the photo with barely anything on there is what came out to a party of 3 . We wanted to return it and the executive chef said she can make a better one, then came out with the other one that i provided and said how they buy cheese that is $85+ for a small portion. Then don't buy that cheese and lower the price for a charcuterie board that barely feeds one person. The wine strip was also malfunctioned on 90% of all the wines, so they told us to come to them to ask for the pour. We never got the service and felt like we should not have to track you down every time we need a pour . Sat there for over an hour with no wine and a charcuterie board that they still chose to charge us in the end. Oh, on top of that.. the so called "Executive Chef" was taking a photoshoot of a customer the whole time. Definitely will not be coming back and i do not recommend coming unless you want to be charged over price for barely anything.

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Roots - The wine bar.

The wine bar.

Roots - Pommes frites

Pommes frites

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