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Stopped by to pick up holiday treats for a client - highly recommend! The front counter person was very helpful and friendly. Plenty of choices - pastries, cookies, brownies, mini cheesecakes and several GFV choices. Cute little place - perfect for sitting and catching up over coffee and pastries. Parking is tricky - super small lot with very narrow spaces - there is some street parking...typical Heights parking. read more

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Loved the red velvet oreo brownie ! Cupcakes were pretty good as well. Lemon blueberry and chocolate) Food: 4/5 | Service: 4/5 | Ambiance: 4/5 Noise level Quiet, easy to talk Parking is very limited so you may have to walk more than expected if there are no available spots. read more

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Matthew J.

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I ordered a chocolate chip cookie, and it had too much coarse salt on clustered in one location. I get what they were going for: a pinch of salt on top to balance the sweet, like a Starbucks sea salt caramel drink. However, this was way more than a pinch of salt. It takes over the whole flavor profile of the cookie so I can only taste chocolate and salt. Apparently, this place also serves tea. I didn't know that they served several types of tea until I was just about to finish my order (I had already ordered a coffee at this point). The overhead menu on display doesn't show this. I would like to see a menu maybe near the bar section that showed all the teas they offer as that would've changed my order. The vibes in this place are pretty chill though. read more

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Chelsea B.

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Was in the area looking for a dessert place and found this one highly recommend online. I was excited to see gluten free options and a lot of unique small cakes and baked goods. I got the tiramisu cheesecake for my husband and I got a gluten free spiced carrot cake muffin. The staff was not the most friendly but the baked goods were so good that I will be returning to check out more of the menu. They did seem to have a good amount of seating and it was quiet when I went so this would be a great place for a date or quiet place to study. read more

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I got mixed up with shop across the street and came in asking for loaves of bread... this is not the spot for that (unless it's the holidays -the staff said they sometimes offer loaves around then) I'm glad I got mixed up because it gave me an excuse for a sweet treat. Small coffee pastry stop vibe. I got a pan du chocolate and a banana pudding. Both worth getting again. read more

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Angela Q.

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This was my first time at this location on 34th street. I did not preorder but wanted to just see what they had for my husbands birthday. I wanted a simple, small cake, even a cupcake to celebrate the day. The place is so cute with lots of little seating areas and a nice area outside. The cakes available were cute , I decided on the lemon blueberry. The other choice was confetti. What a great choice, the cake was small but huge at the same time. It serves 8 but 8 TALL slices. It was cold and so delicious once heated for a few seconds. They had muffins, cupcakes and cookies. The ladies were nice and offered to write a message - 3 lines only so I went with the basic Happy birthday. read more

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One of our new favorite spots in Houston for coffee and pastries! Vibe: Cool cafe with a modern farmhouse vibe. Lots of natural wood throughout and some vintage cabinets give this place a warm and cozy charm. Outside wall has some cool art. Good amount of space and seating inside. Service: Baristas were very kind and helpful, gave us some great recommendations. They knew their coffee too. Food: We ordered a matcha latte, drip coffee, and red velvet oreo bar. The matcha latte was creamy and earthy, just the right amount of sweetness. Tasted like quality matcha powder as we could taste the extra depth and umami. Drip coffee was good, it was a dark roast Ethiopian coffee. Notes of plum, nuts, and dark chocolate. The red velvet oreo bar was outstanding and worth the visit alone. Moist, dense, and full of white chocolate chips and bits of oreo. There's also flecks of salt throughout which really gave the dessert some punches of flavor! Cannot recommend it enough. Red Dessert Dive is definitely Let's Eat Houston approved. read more

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Charlene H.

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Cute little bakery in the heights. We came late...around 730 pm and they still had a decent selection. We got the last two banana puddings...the counter girl encouraged us to get the last one when we ordered one serving. Twist our arms. My husband ate the pudding and said it was excellent albeit a smaller portion size for the price. Lots of bananas and super creamy. I got the chocolate chip cookie with sea salt. The edges were crunchy and the center was soft with lots of chocolate chunks. The touch of salt on top brought it all together. I also got chocolate chip bread pudding to eat later at home. What an enjoyable bakery for a late night dessert. read more

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Lauren K.

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I'm such a fan of Red! It was dangerously close to my daughter's previous daycare, and I frequently would stop in on my way to work for a coffee and pastry. I've also ordered cakes for a party, and they turned out so well! if you have the luxury of an afternoon off, think about going with some friends and treating yourself to their high tea. read more

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Debbie R.

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I asked for a cappuccino and they gave me the tiniest cup. It was half the size of the cups showing in their pictures. My friend ordered a macchiato and they gave me cup was the same size as a shot glass! I should have said something but was not trying to cause a scene. But now that I'm seeing the regular sized cups in the pictures, I'm upset at the tiny cups we were served in. read more

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Megan L.

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It's a really nice and quaint coffee shop, and the staff is really friendly! My friend and I ordered a few of their pastries and coffee. I highly recommend getting their banana pudding. It was really well balanced with a ton of bananas, cream, and wafers! I also love thumbprint cookies, and I thought that theirs were pretty good as well. I don't recommend getting their coffee with almond milk because mine tasted really watery, but my friend's vanilla bean latte with whole milk was okay. I don't think this is a great place for coffee, but their pastries are good and there's a ton of variety to choose from. The barista was really nice and made sure we got the correct drinks with the correct milk replacements. read more

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Georgia M.

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Great place!! Amazing pastries and great vibe to hang out in. So lucky to have it in the neighborhood.

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The banana pudding here is so good! Not too sweet and the wafers are still crisp. The bread pudding was a little too sweet for my taste, but was still yummy. There's minimal parking, but you can always street park. read more

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Angela K.

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Stopped by this cute lil bakery after bbq since we couldn't get banana pudding at pinkertons bc they sold out. So glad we got to visit, as I had never heard of this dessert shop before. They had a lot to offer from their cakes, cookies, banana pudding, brownies to their sandwiches, coffees, and teas. We got a banana pudding and a strawberry blondie for around $11 in total. The banana pudding was creamy, light, and had just the right amount of sweetness to it with the perfect blend of flavors between the banana and vanilla. I also saw vanilla beans throughout the scoops! The strawberry blondie was amazing!!! It was super moist, and not one bit of it was dry. They had white chocolate chips and dried strawberries dispersed in the blondie. The addition of the strawberries really enhanced it. The blondie itself was buttery, lightly salty & lightly sweet. The cream cheese frosting paired well as a whole with the blondie but can be a little overwhelming. The employee up front was super warm and welcoming! The vibes inside were chill and cozy- it'd be an ideal place to chat with friends. The parking lot is SMALL, but I'm sure there are other alternatives to parking in the area. Highly recommend this place!! read more

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Kodi B.

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Great service! Great desserts! Plenty options to choose from. The space is great to enjoy your treats and a beverage of your choice. read more

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Elizabeth S.

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We love this bakery. It has something for everyone. Their frosted brownie tastes like the real version of a cosmic brownie and never last long in our house. Every cake I've had before there is great as well. The cookies have been okay to great, but always solid. The inside is slightly small but I have never seen it super busy in there. The staff are always friendly as well! Highly recommend! It's also open slightly late so we love stopping by for dessert after a date night. read more

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Kate H.

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Strawberry and turtle cheesecakes are pretty good ! The food is quite expensive though, and I may not be back because of it

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The desserts here were so tasty, we will be back to try more. The bread pudding will probably now live rent free in my head. The place is not huge but its cute with a good amount of seating. read more

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Erin E.

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Cute atmosphere and the desserts/coffees were excellent! We are so happy to have found this place. We will be back!

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Natasha L.

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Cute little bakery/coffee shop. Plenty of space to sit and catch up on work. Went with their chocolate cakes with peanut butter. The cake slice was huge! If you like peanut butter, definitely give them a try. I did find the cake to be a little dry but I'll definitely be going back to them to try other items. read more

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Donna L.

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I was disappointed. The lemon blackberry cake was quite dry. It was a very generous slice so I cut it in half to save for the next day after which it was so dried out I tossed it. The flavor combination was fine but overall not a great cake. read more

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Ondrea T.

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Eh. Nothing fantastic. Everything was pretty bland but the location was cute and the people were nice

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Alexandra P.

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Found this place on yelp while looking for a place to order a gender reveal cake from. They have an online form you can fill so I was able to fill everything out and request what I wanted in about 2 minutes without even having to pick up the phone!! (MAJOR PLUS FOR ME). After they received my inquiry, Red Dessert Dive replied quickly, making sure I got what everything I wanted in the cake. I had never been there before but when I went to pick up the cake, the place was tiny and cute and smelled SOOOO GOOD! They had so many sweets it was hard to resist getting one of everything LOL. In addition, the staff here was super friendly and my cake was ready right when they said it would be ready. The cake was beautiful and most importantly it was DELICIOUS. My friend had requested a marble cake with cream cheese frosting and they delivered just that in the most delicious way. Thank you for helping me make this day so special for these newly weds and new parents to be! read more

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Tyler S.

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What kind of bakery doesn't take bakery orders in person? Weird. Rude staff Also coffee shop that's closed on Mondays? read more

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It's average at best. Not bad but the pastries lean more sugary than balanced on buttery. Wouldn't go back again, but wasn't bad. Just okay

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Danialle R.

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The pink champagne cake will live in my dreams for the rest of my life Also, had a last minute event and needed a whole cake and they were super accommodating. read more

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Amber L.

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We were craving a sweet treat, and saw this place on Tik Tok. It was a short drive from downtown Houston. It's super cute. Honey had the turtle cheesecake, and I had the chocolate bread pudding. I also had the iced coconut latte. It' was amazing!!! I have attached a video of all the amazing goodness they had the day we went. read more

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Ava '.

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The display area was well-lit and extremely clean no smears on the glass, no flies around. I bought a mini cheesecake and it was creamy with a smooth base and slightly tangy finish. It tasted freshly made, not like something from a fridge for days. Staff wore full protective gear while handling the cakes. That's the kind of place I'd confidently recommend to friends. read more

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Maria Aimen J.

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I went in there to get a 1/2 a dozen cupcakes and ended up getting a few treats for myself which included the banana pudding and the salted chocolate chunk cookie. Thankfully I stopped in even with the bad reviews about customer service. Gratefully I had great customer service and the person behind the counter recommended me a few of the treats that I ended up really enjoying. They are a cashless establishment and they won't let you buy more than 6 of 1 item even though I was planning on giving the half dozen as a gift for somebody else, they would not let me get a cupcake for me to enjoy but I still give them 5 stars because I really did enjoy both of the things that I got. read more

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Elizabeth M.

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This is the perfect place for special occasions, dessert, or just to satisfy your sweet tooth. I really like the mini cupcakes they offer during the holidays, as well as their birthday cakes and Gluten-Free Brownies. I love this location on Studewood and the new one on 34th Street! I visited recently for Mother's Day and it didn't disappoint! Looking forward to seeing their creations for the 4th of July read more

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Alexis T.

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Cakes: 10/10. The lemon blueberry is a dream come true. The confetti cake is delicious as well. My boyfriend bought both out of the case for my birthday and they even decorated it to say "Happy Birthday!" Other treats: I've gotten a couple different treats from the display case and they are tasty as well but I'd almost always opt for a slice of their cake first. Lattes: Good, but not divine. The flavors look cute and fun so I was excited but they weren't the best. I haven't had just coffee from them yet so there is still hope! Parking: There's usually room around on the street. Service: Quick, normal coffee shop service. It's a super cute place! I don't know that I'd sit there with a friend and catch up as it is very quiet but good for popping in and out! read more

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Candice N.

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Super happy with baby shower cake!! Came out beautiful and heard rave reviews on the taste! Thanks Red Dessert Dive! read more

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Houston G.

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Friendly staff, loved the cheesecake. Huge backyard for these chocolate croissant lovers. read more

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Jason Z.

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Lovely little dessert spot on Studewood/11th. There's a very small parking lot that's adjacent; it's terribly designed so it's a pain to get in or out. Another option is street parking near a ditch near you. Interior has ample seating and their menu composed of coffee options, bakery/dessert options, and I think some food options as well. Got an iced latte with oat milk and a berry bar; both are pretty decent! read more

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Ivan V.

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Me and wife were out on a Sunday in down town Houston when we decided to try a local dessert spot and that how we came across Red dessert dive! Upon entering the cafe had a very nice and cozy atmosphere staff was extremely kind and greeted us as we walked in. There we so many desserts to choose from. We decided on their banana pudding and a turtle cheesecake and staff was even kind enough to give us a free cookie. The turtle cheesecake was so sweet and creamy and the crusting at the bottom broke perfectly with each time my spoon collided with it the crust complemented the cheesecake extremely well. Now for the banana pudding which was my favorite it was so creamy and the sweetness was so good it wasn't overpowering and it was extremely rich and almost we tasted like ice cream. I was extremely satisfied with are choice and finally the chocolate chip cookie which has a touch of sea salt the cookie was so sweet and the chocolate and sea salt meshed together so well. The cookie was truly perfect and everything a cookie should be and more. We were extremely happy with our visit to Red dessert dive and we can't wait to dive back in :) read more

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Kristin R.

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This was the second time I've been here. I wasn't impressed the first time, but I've heard so many rave reviews that I thought I'd give them another try. There wasn't a huge selection to choose from. The staff seemed to be bothered to help us even though we were the only people waiting to be helped. We ended up choosing the sea salt chocolate chip cookie and the debusker. Both were okay, but neither were exceptional. For the service, terrible parking, and price, there are so many other amazing places in Houston that I will support instead. read more

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Akeila B.

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I always stop by after work for a cupcake. They rotate the flavors and all that I've tried have been moist and not too sweet. Very tight space inside and parking is even tighter. read more

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Roma B.

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Quaint dessert shop! Got the chocolate cheesecake and chocolate croissant. The cheesecake was very dense and almost too cold. It tasted better after thawing outside for a while. We liked the chocolate croissant though. There's window seating and a parking lot next door. Great spot to study or grab a pastry. read more

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Kelly T.

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Ordered a 10 inch fruit white almond cake for a function and it was a complete hit - so much so, I've been asked to bring it again to our next get together. I am VERY picky about my cakes, and Red Dessert Dive always exceeds my expectations. Their cake is simply the best in Houston, in my opinion. You will come to the same conclusion if you try it - they have a single cake for slices every day so they make it easy to fall in love with their cakes. Their staff is friendly and helpful and they have a wide assortment of baked good to choose from. I have yet to find anything that wasn't absolutely delicious. read more

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Cute little bakery with the best ambience! Treated myself to an energy ball and chai tea latte. Both were fabulous! Highly recommend popping in if you are in the heights! Service was quick and easy - everyone one so nice! read more

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More info about Red Dessert Dive

1045 Studewood St
Houston, TX 77008
The Heights
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(832) 649-2977
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http://reddessertdive.com

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Hours

What time does Red Dessert Dive open?

Red Dessert Dive opens at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Red Dessert Dive close?

Red Dessert Dive is closed on Monday.Red Dessert Dive closes at 8:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Red Dessert Dive closes at 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.Red Dessert Dive closes at 6:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon ClosedTue-Thu 8:00 AM - 8:00 PMFri-Sat 8:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Red Dessert Dive take Bitcoin?

No, Red Dessert Dive does not take Bitcoin.

Does Red Dessert Dive take credit cards?

Yes, Red Dessert Dive takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Red Dessert Dive have catering options?

Yes, Red Dessert Dive does have catering options.

Does Red Dessert Dive have a drive thru?

No, Red Dessert Dive does not have a drive thru.

Does Red Dessert Dive have a happy hour?

Yes, Red Dessert Dive has a happy hour.

Does Red Dessert Dive serve alcohol?

Yes, Red Dessert Dive serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Services

Is Red Dessert Dive by appointment only?

No, Red Dessert Dive is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does Red Dessert Dive allow dogs?

No, Red Dessert Dive does not allow dogs.

Does Red Dessert Dive have TVs?

No, Red Dessert Dive does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Red Dessert Dive have bike parking?

Yes, Red Dessert Dive has bike parking.

Does Red Dessert Dive have outdoor seating?

Yes, Red Dessert Dive has outdoor seating options.

Does Red Dessert Dive have parking?

Yes, Red Dessert Dive has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Red Dessert Dive wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Red Dessert Dive is wheelchair accessible.

Does Red Dessert Dive allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Red Dessert Dive allows outdoor smoking.

Does Red Dessert Dive have free WiFi?

Yes, Red Dessert Dive has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Classic American Desserts with a twist, Coffee, Wine & Beer.

History

Established in 2014.

We opened in June of 2014 to rave reviews! We bake fresh daily, have a full coffee menu and serve wine and beer.

Meet the Business Owner: Jessica L.

Hi! I'm Jessica, the owner of the BEST dessert shop in Houston!! I may be biased but, I do actually believe that is true. I'm an avid dessert lover but, I have not always been in this business. I have a degree in Environmental Design from Texas A&M and a Masters in Architecture from the University of Houston. I practiced architectural design for several years and didn't love it. Red opened in June 2014 and I have LOVED every single day of owning and running this business. Dream big folks!

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0.7 mi•The Heights

My friend and I had the opportunity to dine at Mutiny in the Heights on their final night. We were…read moreable to snag a last minute reservation on the patio. When my friend made the reservation, she received an email encouraging customers to visit the tasting room before or after dinner. We showed up an hour early to visit the tasting room, however the host had no idea what we were talking about. Turns out they weren't doing tastings. Luckily, we didn't have to wait to be seated. We initially had a table that was not near a heat lamp, however an employee came over and let us know that we could switch to a table near the heat lamp which was appreciated because it was chilly. Our server was Laura. She was nice and funny. They had $25 flight specials. I went with the Sayanara Flight which had white wines. I really enjoyed them and they weren't too sweet. My friend had an NA wine which she enjoyed. We ordered the Truffle Fries and Meatballs. Both dishes were tasty. I enjoyed the aioli that came with the fries. They had discounted wines for purchase. Not all bottles were 50% off, however the gentleman that we spoke to went ahead and gave me a 50% discount on both the rosé and pinot grigio that I purchased which was so appreciated! It seems like there are quite a few businesses around town that are closing. I'm sad to see Mutiny go, but I'm glad my friend and I got to dine in on their final night.

"Closing time, you don't have to go home But you can't stay…read morehere." - Semisonic I have lived in the loop for 5 years now, and I'm sad to say that I finally tried Mutiny on their last day. I often pass by it going through a shortcut to I-45 and sometimes going home around the area. It's literally a 5-minute drive. I booked reservations Friday since I saw they opened up the 31st on Resy. It wasn't earlier in the week, but I knew it was the last day, and my friend and I really wanted to try. I'm glad we made reservations because they were at capacity (150 person capacity) and weren't taking any walk ins. We got there early cause Resy suggested checking out the Tasting Room before or after the reservation time. We got there about an hour earlier, and the host said he didn't know anything about that except that the Tasting Room area was used for events. Interesting. We were seated earlier on the patio on this freezing evening. At first, we were at a table that didn't have a heat lamp, but when one freed up, they were so nice to suggest that we move closer to the heat lamp since they saw us shivering. Lol. We were thankful for that. I wore fleece lined jeans and brought gloves and a beanie anyway having been in the below freezing winter in London. Laura was our server and was kind and funny. So was this other guy who checked in every now and then. He made light of their last day situation. The dining area is so beautiful inside. I love the limestone-looking interior and chandeliers. Reminds me of Fredericksburg or something. They had many large groups and a few small groups of friends or couples dining on this last day. Way to go out with a bang. A lot of the wines were selling out or already sold out around 7-8 pm. We tried the truffle fries and Sicilian meatballs with focaccia bread. I like the thick cut of the fries and the black garlic aioli. It reminded me of yuca fries. The Sicilian meatballs were a bit small, peppery and salty. I wish the marinara was a little more tart. The focaccia helped cut through the saltiness. I had 2 glasses of the NA Sauvignon blanc which was light and a little tart. They ran out of the NA red blend. My friend ordered Sayonara, one of their farewell flights which were aptly named for "goodbye". It was a great night on the patio but chilly. My friend purchased a rosé and a Pinot Grigio as part of their Last Sail wines. Actually, the Pinot Grigio wasn't part of the sale, and he was going to take off 20%, but he also made it 50% off. So nice!! I'm glad we got to try them on their last day. Bon voyage, Mutiny.

Wide selection of boutique fine wines

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Padre's Wine

4.4(75 reviews)

0.8 mi•The Heights

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Location: white oak, corner…read more Parking: Limited but also street parking Staff: very nice, welcoming Wait time: none, staff is right away attentive, you are to pick your own seat as they don't seat you. Seating: Both indoor and outdoor. Place feels very homey as you can share tables with others and couches are very comfy. Price: wines can be high, a $15 bottle can cost $45-$60. Overall average prices Drink: Good wine selection Food: cheeseboard was well prepared with multiple options. Overall great place to hang out. Clean and welcoming.

Great date spot! I came here on a Thursday night with a…read morefriend and we ordered wine and hotdogs. What blew me away about this place was the ambiance. The place was dimly lit and there was a lot of seating, both indoor and outdoor. A lot of the seating inside was arranged as couches with low tables, which made for a very casual and relaxing vibe, while the overall atmosphere remained very classy. - Padre's Hotdog (4.5/5): I was told by my friend that this was the best hotdog ever so I had very high expectations and I wasn't disappointed. The bread was very buttery and nicely toasted. The frank itself was very juicy and I loved how the pico and mustard help cut through the fat. The thing that made this hotdog stand out was the cheese sauce. The cheese sauce was delicious and I could probably have just eaten that alone. One thing though, the hotdogs were a bit on the smaller size, you probably would have to order something else or a second hotdog if you were hungry. Would come back again just for this hotdog! Parking/Service: There was a small lot on the side of the building, but other than that you might have to street park in the neighborhood right next to it. The ordering system was a bit of a surprise for me. You have to walk in to the bar and order there.

Crab rolls

Popcorn and ice cream with caviar

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13 Celsius

4.5(549 reviews)

3.5 mi•Midtown

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I am SO glad we finally had the chance to check this spot out! We were in the room for some wine on…read morea Friday night and after reading great reviews about 13 Celsius, knew we had to try it. We were able to snag some free street parking and wandered our way into a cute setup with mood lighting and plenty of seating. There's a central bar and plenty of outdoor patio space. We were immediately helped as soon as we found a table which I really appreciated. The menu is HUGE and has anything you could possibly want. We're big red wine fans so we settled on that page. J opted for a cab while I decided on a couple to sample before ultimately choosing a red blend. I appreciate that they're more than happy to give you a taste before committing to a glass. You can choose between 3 or 6oz pours, or a bottle. We also decided to share a cheese board with the Willoughby cheese which was soft and delicious! I appreciated how kind and accommodating the servers were as they frequently checked on us. This is a great spot to enjoy some wine with friends, on date night, or anything really! It has a relaxed atmosphere and is a pleasure to visit. Till next time!

A friend brought me here to join in her favorite charcuterie board & wine. This place is very…read moreromantic with its dim lights and intimate ambiance. We sat at the bar and the server took our order. I got a sweet wine and we split a small board. I got the brie with prosciutto and she got cheddar with salami. They do charge extra for the prosciutto cut. The jam that comes on the board is her favorite and it's delicious. We chatted with each other and with some gentleman that said they were regulars there. It was a lovely evening. I will definitely return so that I can try their s'mores board.

Wine at the bar

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Goat cheese crostini

Botanic Beer Garden

Great atmosphere and location. We met up with friends and were able to enjoy the outdoor patio;…read morenice patio swings, outdoor space for the kids, and outdoor tvs to watch the Texans game. Food and drinks were great. We ordered the midnight zing (my favorite) and the wildfire (spicy). The food was delicious: plantain chips and chimichurri, empanadas, and Latino chicken sandwich The place was very relaxed and inviting, and we plan on going back

Very cute coffee shop with bites to eat as well. Cozy inside with booths, high tops and tables and…read morebar seating which is cool. There is tons of outdoor seating wrapped around the building. I'd it were a warmer day when I patronized 8 would have sat outdoors. I'd def go back. Chill vibe and the crowds did pick up as the day went on.

Friends and cold drinks on the patio at Botanic Beer Garden in Houston.

Bar in the Heights and Heights beer garden serving lunch and dinner, plus cocktails, beer, and wine on the patio in Houston.

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Stella's Wine Bar

4.7(48 reviews)

4.9 mi•Galleria/Uptown

stella's has an excellent wine selection and extremely knowledgeable staff…read more we sat in the sun room on a rainy day, and it was a little leaky... but we took the chance since it was freezing cold inside of the wine bar. the fried raviolis were so good, we got two rounds! we did three flights: bubblicious, one i forgot, and the wanna be a somm all of the wines were great and i would definitely recommend trying it out if you are in the area. it's located in the post oak area. bonne santé

The food was really good . The ravioli were my favorite but the truffle fries were amazing as well…read more. Service was very professional. The lady was very knowledgeable and helpful. Ambiance is very dim outside and very nice and elegant. It's giving high end so dress causal or to impress but not too much going on lol they could be a little more welcoming to poc . ( seemed shocked to see us ) but all good . I would love to come back .

2.8 mi•Oak Forest/Garden Oaks

Italy problem in front elo 2.0 in back

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Sonoma Wine Bar at Garden Oaks

4.7(32 reviews)

What a great experience! I'm so glad I found this spot. A large wine selection- Reds and Whites…read morefrom multiple vineyards across the world. The food was incredible, I had the cheese board which was loaded with super fresh additions. We also had the flatbread, very crispy and delicious crust with amazing flavor. I also noticed the servers are professional sommelier's and they know what they are talking about. We had Seth as our server, he was very knowledgeable and recommended me a wine based off what I usually like and it was a beautiful French Red. The service and environment is great and would definitely be going back for more visits!

Cozy wine spot with a great selections. They even offer wine flights and happy hours! There's a…read moreback patio that's great for large party, we had a decent group turnout and it still felt spacious. They even had TVs out showing sports. Inside's a bit small with a few tables and a bar, but the outdoor seating is the real charm when the weather's nice. The service was excellent, the wait staff came out to our big group outside multiple times and even brought out samples for us to try. There are small bites for order and the menu is simple yet descriptive, we got to sample some of the charcuterie as well, and it did pair well with some of the reds I've tried. Overall, friendly atmosphere, relaxing vibes, attentive wait staff, not much more you can wish for from a neighborhood wine bar.

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Half charcuterie board at Sonoma Wine Bar in Garden Oaks / Oak Forest.

Barcelona Wine Bar

4.4(286 reviews)

3.4 mi•Montrose

Bayla is one of the best servers I've ever had. That's coming from someone who only cooks twice a…read moremonth, and thus frequently eats out. I spend ample time at high ends / Michelin star restaurants, and so I am familiar with all star service. Bayla really made our time special by going out of her way to make us feel comfortable and valued. She made it all seem effortless and at no point did she ever make us feel like a burden. Thank you for everything! The food and ambiance were also amazing! Truly a top notch restaurant experience.

Barcelona is a cute wine bar (also serves sangria and cocktails, btw) serving Spanish and…read moreMediterranean tapas dishes. I joined friends for Sunday brunch, which was highly recommended. Our friend booked a reservation and was able to add a fourth person without any issues. It's on Westheimer where all the restaurants and shops are, so it's pretty busy. You can either park on the street or in the neighborhood behind. There's bar, small table and booth seating available. One of our friends who arrived early got to switch us to a booth since we'd have a few plates to share for the four of us. My friend and I shared the NA red sangria. I liked that there was a NA option for that, and you can choose either red or white. We ordered a pitcher since we were sharing. It was delicious and refreshing. I think I had about 3 wine glasses of it. Our group shared the red fish à la plancha, patatas bravas, spinach frittata, olive oil pancakes and bacon-wrapped dates. Some of the dishes were bigger than others. Tapas is meant to be small plates, and they were, but it's a little overpriced. For example, the red fish was $15.50 for maybe 2 oz of fish. The stack of olive oil pancakes were small and thin for $8.50. If you're sharing, it's not that much food. I was going to order another personal stack of olive oil pancakes because that cinnamon butter was so good! I decided not to after I let all of what we ordered and drank settle for a bit after. The valdeon whipped blue cheese under the bacon-wrapped dates didn't taste very good and seemed grainy to me. It was my least favorite. The standouts for me were the olive oil pancakes, spinach frittata that was actually loaded with more veggies and bell peppers and the patatas bravas which was piled with potatoes topped with mayo that melted down and looked almost like melted cheese on top. It's a fun place for friends to gather or a cute date spot. You may or may not be hungry after depending what you order. There are larger plates/entrees like paella and branzino to share.

Main dining room

Octopus

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NA red sangria. Cheers!

Benny Thunders

4.5(42 reviews)

0.7 mi•The Heights

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Benny Thunders, don't get me started. Not considering the amazing selection of beer and wine on…read moretap, the customer service is top notch. You truly get to choose your own adventure - from the chilled different size glasses to the games to use, outside patio with a fireplace. The attention to detail is immaculate- and who can beat a good ole happy hour. Come in the afternoon, stay for a day.

One of my all time favorite Houston spots. Love how cozy it feels, love the huge selection,…read morefriendly service, green space, beautiful patio, location, just everything! One of the best there is

Self pour wine & beer

Self serve Malbec

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Cool concept! Create your own flight.

Reata Cellars

5.0(14 reviews)

1.6 mi•The Heights

I love this place! We had a wine tasting yesterday and Sandy and Mary are so knowledgeable and had…read morea beautiful charcuterie and amazing wines for us to enjoy. The stories accompanying the wine were a bonus!

We happened upon this spot after dinner next door at Baso - we weren't ready to end the night so we…read morepopped in to check it out. Such a friendly environment with welcoming owners and patrons. We enjoyed hearing about the wines on offer and how they run their business; tastings, by the glass, by the bottle, etc. Seems they also host some small events here, so it is very much a neighborhood staple of a place. Certainly stop by, check them out, and support local small business next time you are looking for a place that knows their wine!