First off, the food gets a solid 5 stars. I love everything about this menu. The creativity, all the different options, and most of all that its paleo! Everything we ordered (paleo and non paleo) is so delicious and would definitely keep me coming back. I probably give the atmosphere a 1 star. It is EXTREMELY crowded. The poor wait staff is trying to run around and do their job but theres too much crap and people in the way. When you walk in theres no where to wait at the hostess station, and you are practically standing in the kitchen it is so close to the door. There is also lots of other random crap just laying around. Right by our table was a cooler, printer, random ugly boxes, and just other stuff. Outside the front door the first thing we saw was a bunch of those large white coolers. This shouldnt really matter, but when we pay $150+ for a nice dinner, I expect the place to look picked up and nicer. Not like you are sitting in someone's storage room. If I could give our experience negative stars, I would. We went out to a nice anniversary dinner and made reservations. We were seated 30 minutes after our reservation, which whatever I could ignore if everything else was good. The dinner itself was delicious and our waiter was very nice. But when it came time to pay, their credit car machines went out for some reason and we had to sit there for 45 minutes while they figured it out. They didnt offer free cocktails, or free dessert or anything. I realize accidents happen, but they could have treated their high paying customers much better during the mishap. read more

I will have to agree with what other yelpers saying about the service. We came on a Friday night and the service was terrible. Drinks came 30 minutes later after we ordered. The waitress got our order wrong and charged us for the item still. The entire time she was apathetic and unapologetic. I would expect more from a ruggles concept. Don't know if I'll be coming back. read more

This is one of my all time favorite restaurants. The menu caters to all comers, but when you have to eat gluten and dairy free, you'd be hard pressed to find a place that has more and better offerings for you. From the ambience to the culinary excellence, the options on the menu, and the desserts, it's amazing. If you're considering going, don't pass up the opportunity to. read more

The only reason for me to give this two-star rating is customer service. I rarely rate restaurants and usually only because the food was just so great. The food last night was good as usual. But dining out is more than just how the food tastes, it's the experience, especially important in a city like Houston with overwhelming options. I'm more than happy to wait for great food and even understand a delay with a reservation. But seating customers 45 min after a reservation time is unacceptable. Just don't take reservations if thats the best you can do. The host tried to do the right thing by buying our group a round of drinks. But then a misunderstanding caused an exchange of words with the bartender informing me that I was wrong and the cause of the mix-up in a manner that an easy-going person like me was offended. I mean-come on-you aren't dealing with some drunk 21-yo in midtown right at the end of your shift. You know you're making drinks that were on the house because the experience wasn't going so hot at that point. Don't make it worse... There were a few tables lingering way too long and we were not open to sitting outside last night, so there are reasons why hitting the reservation time on the dot would have been a challenge, but other restaurants seem to manage this same scenario every night better than the poor performance from RB last night. read more

First off, the service here was great. The hostess and the wait staff were right there when you needed them but at the same time didn't hover over you all the time when you didn't. Excellent service. On the food, we had grilled octopus, roasted brussels sprouts, and pepperoni pizza. This place specializes in 'paleo', in other words, no grains, so I was a little surprised that they offered pizza and figured maybe they were really good at it or something. Nope. The pizza crust was actually pretty good, a solid 3, while the cheese was a 5, but the pepperoni was a 2 at best - not spicy at all. Didn't even taste cured. Overall I give the pizza a 3. Average at best. On the other hand, the grilled octopus was a solid 4. It was tender, meaning it was cooked enough to be done but not overcooked back into toughness. It was just cooked on the grill with a little oil, so there wasn't any way to cover up mistakes with sauce or something else - and they didn't make any mistakes. It was just a really good dish. I just wish the serving size was bigger. And the brussels sprouts were an absolute 5 - best veggie I've had that I can remember. They were roasted and tossed in what tasted like a soy vinagrette dressing with bacon crumbled over the dish. They were fantastic. Even if you normally don't like dark green leafy veggies like brussels sprouts, collards and the like, these are worth a shot. The only thing that puzzled me was the dessert. This place specializes in 'paleo', as I mentioned before, so the dessert tray really didn't make sense to me. There were lots of different cheese cakes, mousses, and regular cakes. All very traditional. I would have thought a place like this would stick with the paleo theme for dessert, but I guess you have to make concessions to your customers' tastes. Overall a very nice place and one I would not hesitate to recommend. read more

Had the shrimp and pork spring rolls and spaghettis squash with crab meat. Presentation was amazing and both dishes were fresh and flavorful. Ended with a Keto coffee that was served with chocolate covered spoon and fresh macaroon. The dessert tray had almost 40 desserts or something crazy like that. Inside was great atmosphere. We sat outside which was a great patio. Only thing I wish they had done was put up more bushes or trees to block the highway noise. Overall great place and can't wait to go back. A little on the pricey side but quality was worth it. read more

I was tempted to go down to 4 stars because of the price, but honestly, paleo can be expensive, so it only makes sense that the markup would be comparable to non-paleo food. The cocktail menu drinks don't have prices on them... but I'm pretty sure the 2 we got were $12 each. At least one of our entrees was well over $30, too, so the 11-30/$$ Yelp listing is a little misleading. (I think it's time that's separated. There's a big difference in a $22 meal for two people and a $60 meal for two people.) A taco appetizer will also only get you one taco. The short rib one was good, but not great, and it was mysteriously spicy despite us taking off the jalapeno infused products. If you want to split/share a meal, it's $3 per entree. My husband and I wanted to go halvsies on two different things, so we just asked for little plates and did it ourselves instead of forking over another $6. The paleo snapper with cauliflower rice was amazing. We didn't even realize there were shrimp and real crab meat all up in that rice until we got it. The goat cheese enchiladas, if you consider dairy/goat cheese paleo, were also on point. We were shocked at the portion sizes of our entrees, expecting to shell out all this money and still be hungry. But we actually had a huge to go plate at the end of the night. Despite being already full, we persisted on through dessert and I had the Paleo chocolate cheesecake (mehh) and he had the PB cheesecake (yumm). The paleo cheesecake wasn't sweet enough for me-- it was made entirely out of cocoa/coconut products. When tasted with some of the sliced strawberries, it made it edible. Drinks? The blackberry one was amazing. I couldn't have just one. This place is a gem if you're trying to be strict Paleo but really want a night out, or just want some yummy or healthy food in general. read more

So here is what you are going to do. You are going to make a reservation to come here with a friend. Once you get here you're going to order one of each of the 5 tacos they offer. Then your going to write me a thank you note for the advice. Everything I had on the menu here is very good both taste and quality. But the best quality for price is definitely the tacos. This place is really cute. It's very small though. So I would not go without reserving a table. you've been informed. There is a very small bar as well. So there is really no where to wait. Especially if the weather does not permit waiting outside. No valet but that's ok you don't need it there is a lot of parking. I plan on coming here whenever I'm in town. It's my new favorite. read more

Quick tips: Nosh Bistro has been replaced by Ruggles Black. As a huge fan of Ruggles Green, I picked here for my birthday dinner in August (I'm a bit behind on this review). A very cool place for a dinner with the girls (and husband). Food: The food is an interesting fusion with an indian flare. The chicken tandoori pizza and the spicy shrimp were great choices. My friends raved about the Asian wings, but I didn't get a chance to have them. I would like to see a larger wine list in the future. Ambiance: Fun trendy scene. Service: They were having some issues with their cash register so it took about an hour for us to get our check. I am chalking it up to opening day issues, so I won't knock it against them. read more

Easy review- Great location, lively scene with a trendy crowd, excellent food, and the prices are not outlandish. I have been to Ruggles Black a couple of times now and have enjoyed each experience. I have tried the paleo chicken enchiladas (shareable), the Ruggles house salad (very unique), the Pistachio snapper (delicious), and all of the tacos (amazing!) The food is consistent, comes out to your table in no time, and the portions are well worth the price. The restaurant is long and narrow, and tends to get crowded at night so definitely make a reservation! They have a patio as well, but each time I dined it was too cold to enjoy it. They have their own parking lot with plenty of spaces, so parking is not a problem at all. Will definitely be back! read more

Ruggles Black - Paleo chicken enchiladas - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Don't order to go food when they are busy. Even though I usually like the food, they are disorganized when busy. They acknowledged I ordered the food but I had to wait forever at the restaurant for it to be prepared. Also, they have no seating if you have to wait. And the tables are practically on top of each other. read more

Yummmm! With all new restaurants (RB hasn't even had their official grand opening yet), I expect slower service, mix-ups on the food orders, etc. but we have been here twice & RB has their act together! Drinks are fab & the food was wonderful! We had the wings, pistachio snapper and short rib - all were superb! This will definitely be one of our new favorite spots. TIP: make sure you make a reservation ahead of time! read more

I actually had a hard time finding this place and correct me if I'm wrong, but it might be connected to a bank? The entrance faces taco C and they have a fair amount of parking- no valet as of yet. The restaurant space is surprisingly small, but they utilize it well. Instead of feeling cramped, it's actually quite cozy. My friend and I shared: Crab Tower (5/5)- well portioned, well seasoned, and it was a perfect balance between textures and flavor. They were generous with the crab and avocado which is a plus! Pistachio snapper (5/5)-I'm not really sure what was all in this dish, but I don't really care because it was awesome. Order this and you won't regret it. Chai tres leches (2/5)-this dish had way too much going on. There were like 5 different sauces on this dish-they weren't bad, it just seemed all over the place. Overall, I was impressed and the service was great! I think the manager checked-in with us at least 3 times during our dinner and I'm pretty sure he was the one filling up my water glass every 10 seconds. Summary: flavorful food, great service, small space- good for parties of 4 or less. read more

Pros: the entrees and appetizers were absolutely phenomenal, and the atmosphere is cool. Great patio on a nice day. They'd have five stars if only for those things. Cons: the cocktails on the drink menu (we tried 2) were very subpar. We were baffled by just how poor the drinks were given such great food and the Ruggles brand--and they were absurdly priced (which you only find out in the receipt). The dessert was also disappointing, since we got a cobbler and the you just can't do cobbler without a great crust, but they used some almond crust or something that just doesn't work. Our first impressions were that everything felt disorganized and not well thought out, like having waiters with an armful of plates squeeze past guests at the front entrance, or forgetting that we were on a waiting list. Overall, it's hard to justify going back very often at such a high price and such poor drinks, even for the best chicken wings I've ever had. Maybe we'll just get those next time. read more

I had lunch here the other day. Cute place, a bit cramped though. We sat in a booth and I'm a petite person and I barely had any room. The service was good and my food was very good. A bit on the pricey side for lunch. I had the paleo tacos and ate every bit. read more

Very cool ambience and vibe. Vegan and paleo options for our mixed group. Tasty food, if a little overpriced, but they even have vegan dessert options! read more

Yeow! I can only describe this spot as phenomenal. Came here for dinner after the ballet and it was such a celebration. The wait staff was extremely friendly and attentive. Stuck to wine (many many bottles). Extensive, yummy list. Will be back when I'm visiting home! read more

Amazing food, incredible service! I can't even begin to describe the dessert selection

Ruggles Black is listed on Yelp as "Hot and New." Yes and yes. The place was HOPPIN. The patio is so incredibly adorable, I can't even. Pillows, candles, trees- perfect for a cuddle sesh on a chilly night. I had a reservation for two for me and my twin, and we were seated at a one-sided booth inside. I guess they blindly assumed we were a couple, which we found amusing, given my admitted girl crush on her. Our server was hot and cold, sometimes sweet but sometimes short. At least he was passionate about the food. He claimed that every single dish would be mind-blowing while remaining Paleo-friendly. Regardless of the Paleo bandwagon, that's a bold statement for anyone to make. We started with the lamb flat bread, which was a big serving and great for sharing. OMG. All the ingredients tasted so fresh, especially the juicy tomatoes. The Indian-inspired spices on the lamb were popping with flavor. I can't do it enough justice- just get it. The pistachio snapper was cooked and seasoned gorgeously. The texture of the pistachio crust on the fish was fantastic. Vegetables on the side were well done, too. So much attention to detail. We ordered not one, but two desserts. What? They come around with those enormous dessert trays! YOU try not to salivate and cave. Bonus- all their cakes are served with ice cream! The domino cake (taken from the Ruggles Green menu) was as good as I remember- rich and decadent. Then the chai tres leches arrived as a double-decker work of art. But it was beyond dry with barely a hint of chai. And where's my milk? I want my tres leches to be DROWNING in milk. I guess not all my decisions in life pay off. Or else I wouldn't stay up late knowing I'd need to wake up early, or give relationship advice to others that I ignore myself. Aside from the tres leches, the meal was remarkable. This is my favorite new restaurant, and I'll come back again and again because the dishes truly intrigue me. read more

Always my favorite place to eat never a thing I don't like! Try it all and tell me I'm wrong. So fresh and paleo friendly! Let me know what your favorite is here that I need to try. Try the tacos my favorite tell them not to cut it and be careful with the tooth pick read more

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Came in on a Friday night, was very crowded. Great vibe, small space inside. You're bound to graze against someone's shoulder walking in and out of your booth or table. A big fan of the décor. Not a big fan of the high prices. We ordered the crab tower appetizer, and thought that it was too heavy on the mayo dressing. It would've been better if it was lighter in the sauce. My boyfriend had the bone-in pork entrée, and it was EXTREMELY salty. He likes salty dishes, too, but it was too much. Pork is naturally salty, and this dish did not need the heavy hand on the salt. I bumped into a couple other friends that night who had the same problem with their pork dish. I had the paleo shrimp and spaghetti squash in curry sauce, and was not a big fan of it. The sauce was too heavy, the dish was drenched in curry. I wish it was just lightly tossed. We both walked out feeling uncomfortably heavy. I'm a big Asian food fan, and could not believe the outrageous prices on their rendition of pho, a Vietnamese noodle soup, that they were charging for $18! Compared to $6-7 that you can get at legit Vietnamese pho place. Also, a fried rice dish that was $32! Just ridiculous. I'll just go to Chinatown Bellaire, thank you very much. read more

Meh. This place has been on my list for a long time and I had high expectations. First, the service was not good. Host ignoring us. Waiters just being super flaky, etc. For the price, the food was just okay. I got the seafood Thai curry soup. Others got the pho, brussel sprouts, crab tower, taco, etc. All mediocre. But for the price you're paying, I expected much better. $11 for one taco??? Funky crab in the crab tower! So, meh. Spend your money elsewhere. Oh and seriously they should reconsider their labeling 70% of their menu as paleo in the name of the dish. Serious turnoff. Just put a star on the name and annotate it. Oh and don't have 32 different desserts on the tray Does not help narrow down choices. read more

Love this new little gem! Food and service are great! Super cute date spot that is intimate and flavorful.... with a hip vibe. I have been 3 times now and have yet to get a dish I didn't like. Highly recommend the lamb pizza, chicken wings, angry shrimp and the snapper fried rice. And if you're into super spicy stuff like me - ask for their yummy house made chili sauce. Wow!! read more

Saturday 1/03/2015 was my first time trying Ruggles Black. We arrived at approximately 5:20. I made reservations and being early in the evening we were seated immediately. The waiter was friendly and new his way around the menu. The drink menu has some tasty cocktails. I chose the Black Beauty first and the Julep next. My girlfriend picked the Spicy Cucumber Martini. She had been craving the Paleo Chicken and I love meat so it was the Mixed Grill for me. Both dishes were delicious. The only complaints we would mention are, she felt the chicken was a little more oily than when she had it at Corner Table. I asked for my entree medium rare and it was medium-ish. Other than that the meal was amazing. Uh.. And yes. We both had dessert. She had the raw vegan key lime something and I had the White Chocolate Bread Pudding. Yummy. read more

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I was a little disappointed with this place because the menu seemed really interesting! I've eaten here three times on work lunches, and the food is pretty good. A bit over priced but you do get large portions. I've tried the Short Ribs, and the Paleo Fried Chicken. They use a lot of Indian spices so if that is not your thing I don't think you will be impressed. The service all times I have dined here for lunch has been AWFUL. Beyond horrible. The first time was the worst where the waiter walked past us about 5 times without even glancing at us. One of our party had to physical yell at him just for him to get out drink order. Very slow. Very rude. But food is good. Do they do to go orders? Id rather do that next time. read more

Pumpkin Butternut Squash Soup was AMAZING. You can't get better flavor. However my main dish (Paleo Tandoori Zataar Chicken) was WAYYYY too sweet tasting. The presentation was gorgeous, the chicken was cooked perfectly, but I couldn't finish more than half the entree due to the overly sugary flavor. My husband agreed. Honey or agave nectar must be added. Please tone down the sugar! Another thing that bothered me (which is unfortunately the case at many restaurants) is that sugar is not listed in the cocktail ingredient description on the menu, but it IS in the drink. Don't hide that from people! I got the margarita withOUT agave nectar and it was perfectly delicious. The restaurant is decorated super cute and our waitress was attentive and nice. We'll definitely be back (but to try a different entree). read more

I don't rate places very often, but when I do, it's this place....best restaurant in Houston. LOTS of options with a wide array of fresh, locally sourced foods. The chef is simply amazing. My server today, Sergio R., only made today's experience more amazing with excellent service. Try it - you'll love it. Everything here will make your tastebuds dance the happy dance. ;-) read more

If you haven't already tried this place, get your butt down here immediately if not sooner. I was hesitant because of the emphasis on the paleo diet (which I don't do) so in my head I was thinking tiny portions of flavorless grilled chicken and steamed broccoli. Luckily, nothing could be farther from the truth. Our group of 4 had a reservation and upon arrival we were greeted warmly and shown to a booth. To start we shared the angry shrimp and the brussels sprouts. I have probably eaten a zillion different restaurants' brussels sprouts and you'd think I'd be tired of them. But just when I thought I'd seen it all, boom! Out came this bowl of perfectly spiced, crispy yet tender, knock your socks off sprouts. Delish! The shrimp were quite tasty as well - tangy and flavorful with a slight kick, though small for the price. We then split the lamb flatbread, pistachio crusted snapper, and short rib biryani. I admit I was skeptical about eating a biryani with no rice, but the cauliflower, almond, raisin mix was creamy and luscious with great sweet, spicy, and salty elements. The short rib was not fatty at all which I love. The snapper was heavenly too! The crust was not soggy, the sauce was packed with flavor, and the fish was beautifully cooked. I didn't even miss the carbs! The flatbread was my least favorite item. Not that it was bad but just not a standout. Two friends ordered cake for dessert and the slices were HUGE! I think we were all expecting slices the size as shown on the dessert tray. I am not a dessert person so I can't comment on the taste of the cake, but just know you could definitely share 1 slice between 4 people. The wine list is pretty thorough with plenty of moderately priced options. They also have a full bar. If I could make one recommendation, it would be to upgrade the beer list which currently features such gems as Bud Light, Coors Light and the should-this-even-be-considered-beer, Corona Light. With so many great local breweries in Texas, it would be nice to see them feature some craft beers. Service was friendly and attentive throughout but not intrusive. Easy parking. Casual dress. Will definitely return! read more

Super good food, great attention, big delicious portions YUM , the menu has so many good options that I wanted to order all I saw on it read more

Ruggles Black - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

One of the best meals I have had in Houston. I liked that the menu had some gluten free options, as my girlfriend likes to pretend to eat that way. And I liked that the food looked and tasted good regardless of the gluten content. We ordered a few small plates to share so we could taste many things. We had the Angry shrimp (I wish they didn't name this dish the same way Chili's names their dishes) and they were amazing. I would have liked more heat but that may be personal preference. We also got the crab tower, a Snapper taco, and the Kale Caesar salad. All were incredible, I think the salad was the best for me, and my girl friend liked the snapper taco the best. We got the raw key lime pie, it was good but not great. The kitchen was putting out the food so fast, I had to ask the waiter to wait a few minutes between dishes. The waiter seemed to know how to do his job but didn't care to do it well. Several other people came by to check on us and make sure we were doing well. The food is a little pricey but well worth it. I cant wait to go back and try more. read more

Awesome restaurant and service. I highly recommend Ruggles Black. The food is delicious.

The paleo vegetarian taco and charlotte's web dessert are a MUST!! I know what you must be thinking..how good could a veggie taco be? Let me clarify I am not a vegetarian and I usually always order meat dishes...but this taco is really that amazing! It's an open face taco with an almond flour tortilla bursting with flavor and different textures. It's worth the $10 price tag! The pizzas on the other hand were not very good..we tried both the samosa and angry shrimp. I was really excited to try the angry shrimp pizza after reading the description but it was quite a disappoint..all 5 of us didn't like it. The samosa pizza was ok but I would not order it again. The service was great. Our waiter was attentive and patient - happily re-describing the desserts as we debated and didn't rush us to leave even though we stayed at least an hour after paying The patio is cute with hanging string lights and a fire pit. Free parking available. read more

I was excited about this restaurant, but now will probably not go again for the following reasons: 1. They are in no way shape or form affiliated with Ruggles Green. The reason this place initially sparked my interest was because I am familiar with Ruggles Green, but they have not only used their name but most Their desserts as well. Definitely don't like that. I mean are you so unoriginal that you can't come up with your own name and dessert selection? 2. Waiter was nice but always in a rush. I'd literally be asking for something and I couldn't even finish my sentence before he turned his back and started walking away 3. There's no consistency. First drink they brought out was completely different than the second even though it was the same drink. Also last time the mussels has a lot of sauce which is normally what curry has and why they give you crostinis on the side, but there was no curry, I mean non existent. Very very disappointed. Overall I'm disappointed and will not be going back unless someone else invites me and I have to go. read more

This place just recently opened (middle of August) and I must say it is pretty unique! I didn't know what to expect but I got good vibes right when I walked in. Their decor reminds me of a starry night without being too romantic. Service was good, food was good. For a table of 4, we got the crab tower (very nice presentation, good taste, hint of spicy sauce on the side), angry shrimp spring rolls (reminds me more of egg rolls but pretty good with sauce and some kimchi salad), pistachio snapper (my friends said it was very delicious and it was filled with side veggies!), paleo dish (I think this was one ok), baked goat cheese salad (I had this dish and it wasn't over powering with goat cheese and it actually Filled me up!) and Thomas pho. The only Complaint with the pho was that the portion was kinda small... For $18! We were too full for dessert but I am definitely coming back to try more dishes! Parking was also pretty easy- plenty of spots! (I just hate restaurants that have limited/street parking!) read more

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I went to Ruggles Black preview/opening on a Thursday and then last night with some friends. First off it has my favorite thing in Houston during the fall: An awesome patio/ outdoor area. Its has a fire pit that was in use last night and pretty string lights. I think it would be great during the daytime as well. The inside is really pretty, sleek and modern. It was super loud on preview night, not just because of the chatter but also because of the music. Last night it was less so but we didn't dine inside. Parking was not too bad. On the preview night it was packed but we still found a space near the back of the bank. It is located by a bank (used to be Bennigan's) on Kirby next to Taco C. If you are exiting Southbound from 59 I would take that little side road before Kirby to get to it. The passed light bites on the preview night were so good we came back. We ordered a couple of our favorite "street eats": Tandooi Chicken Wings (perfectly spiced), Crab Tower w/Avocado (we asked for an alt sauce to the mayo version. mayo is icky!), We finished with the Lamb flat bread (such yummy flavors) and Pistachio Snapper. Even my picky Husband loved it all. (He is a great cook himself and doesn't like over hyped or fussy foods.) We finished with Chai Tres Leches and Mango Cake. I went home dreaming of the Chai Tres Leches! They had a really nice wine by the glass list. Lots of good options. We recognized several that went nicely with the meal and we ordered a couple. The pricing to me was a bit on the high side, $10 and over (with the "house" wine being less). We have a hard time paying more/same for a glass than would a bottle. However, they did pair nicely. All and all we'd come out here again with friends. Several of their items share well. Its a little much for regular date night for us. Funny what being together over 6 years does, this is jkust the kind of place he'd have taken me on our first dates. read more

Tonight was a long awaited date night for Mister and I. The food we ordered was delicious. I do have to say that I only tasted 1 shrimp in our angry shrimp spring roll appetizer. For the main course Mister had the short ribs (knocked our socks off good) and I had the tandoori zataar roasted chicken which was also really yum. We dined on the patio. We even got a show as we got to see a car get towed that had obviously parked in the wrong lot and went to the neighboring Twin Peaks. Word of advice - definitely don't park in another establishment's lot near there. They clearly have a spotter to get people towed asap. Here's where I'm having trouble with rating our dining experience. 1. The server was a nice guy - but Lordy he had on too much cologne. I shouldn't be able to smell the waiter! It shouldn't get into your palate and interfere w the enjoyment of your food or wine. 2. The patio seating. The freeway was pretty loud, which I can overlook. My issue was the 2 different big giant tree roaches that tried to join us for the meal. I know I am a lovely dining companion, but really there's just no room at the table for such creatures. Mister battled and killed one. We saw the 2nd on the bench seating as we were leaving. Part of the issue may have been the wood pile behind the bench seating. *shudder* Overall: Food - excellent Service - average (waiter too heavily perfumed) Atmosphere - below average because of critters read more

Great place for dinner or just drinks. The bartenders know their stuff and can mix up cool and unique combinations. The food is fresh and has tons of flavor. The paleo items on the menu are healthy and definitely worth a try. Definitely coming back.. read more

Just tried Ruggles Black for lunch yesterday. My friend had been wanting to go so we checked it out. I wasn't overly impressed. The decor was super fun though. Lots of barn wood and vintage metals going on. Our server was kind of a little too helicoptery. My friend and I were catching up (and in his defense I know as a server that's kind of hard to know when the time is right to come over) but I think he wanted us to know so badly that he wasn't ignoring us that it went in the other direction of a little too much attention.... I had the beef short rib taco and my friend ordered the snapper taco. I really enjoyed the flavor of the dish but (as some reviewers have also mentioned) I had some really chewy bites of meat which always grosses me out. Also, I believe the way the ingredients are listed on the menu, one would assume that it has some kick--and I will confirm that, this taco is definitely spicy. The prices are a little much in my opinion. I know very well that food costs are high but when I get chewy meat I don't want to be paying high end menu prices. read more

Great ambiance, great food, 4.5/5 overall. I love the Asian influence decor, and the tree shaded patio, so cute! - curry mussels 5/5: awesome sauce, lots of ginger garlicky goodness. We intentionally ate it slowly so when our pizza arrived we could scoop up the sauce w the pizza crust. Man what a smart choice teehee. - tandoori snapper pizza 4/5: very refreshingly different. Good quality fish, lots of ginger / marinated carrot / green onion. The crust was light but crunch, and sooo good w the mussel sauce lol. Yes the price is expensive, but the flavors are very good. I recommend trying this place out during an off hour (place is small, I could see it being super busy during peak hours), and start with the appetizers and flatbread. read more

Nutella Keto Pie = the love of my life. I'm able to keep my autoimmune under control by staying on the Plant Paradox diet. It's so strict, that it gets depressing not being able to indulge in takeout or restaurant food, and having the burden of making my own baked goods to be sugar free, dairy free, gluten free, and 20 other restrictions when I have a sweet tooth. Nutella Keto Pie is the only baked good in the city of Houston (and probably in the state) that I can eat without baking myself. It is incredibly delicious(tastes kind of like a Nutella cheesecake) and I'm forever grateful to this restaurant for helping me to stay sane on the worlds strictest diet read more