Rainbow Lodge

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2011 Ella Blvd (at TC Jester Boulevard)
Houston, TX 77008

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(713) 861-8666
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Rainbow Lodge - Houston, TX
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Rainbow Lodge - Houston, TX
Rainbow Lodge - Houston, TX
Rainbow Lodge - Houston, TX
Rainbow Lodge - Houston, TX
Rainbow Lodge - Houston, TX
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Best

My grandest and strongest applause to the Rainbow Lodge! We held my daughter's wedding reception here this month and have received so many compliments from family and guests. M...

Worst

The hostess was not attentive at all and had a snooty attitude. The food was ok, but not cooked well through. The dessert was great, but I couldnt get past the bad hostess. ...

Run of the mill..... 12/30/2008

Ok at best. Just not impressed at all. I expected to be wowed. I would rather go to America's - by far! more

I READ REVIEWS BEFORE GOING THERE... 12/27/2008

well lemme start by saying im 20 years old and it was me and my gf's 2 year anniversary. so i looked up a couple of restaurants and well this one caught my attention so i read up some reviews and whatnot. heres my thoughts on it.....I AGREE WITH ONE OF THE POSTERS, THE HOSTESS WAS PRETTY SNOTTY, THE FOOD WAS STRAIGHT UP MEDIOCRE....i got the buffalo rib eye and my gf got the duck. i usually dont eat a REALLY fancy restaurants but for $100 i expected some good stuff. THE FOOS WASNT WORTH 100 dollars AT ALL. and take it from me i went there expecting to love it. yeah the place looks cool and stuff but EVERYONE THAT WORKS THERE ACTS LIKE THEYRE BETTER THAN YOU IN EVERYWAY. its a ""FRIENDLY BECAUSE I HAVE TO BE"" kinda feeling that you get from them. i also payed $3 for a near flavorless coke....with no refills. parking as im sure youve read, is horrible.... the valet guy treated my car like SH*T for the 20 ft. that he drove it and i was just EXTREMELY dissapointed.....i usually call BS on bad reviews but seriously guys this place is not worth it....all i kept thinkin was I WISH ID WENT TO FOGO..... :( Pros: Looks pretty awesome. Cons: service below average, mediocre food, bad parking. trust me i was tryin to cut it slack. more

I READ REVIEWS BEFORE GOING THERE... 12/27/2008

well lemme start by saying im 20 years old and it was me and my gf's 2 year anniversary. so i looked up a couple of restaurants and well this one caught my attention so i read up some reviews and whatnot. heres my thoughts on it.....I AGREE WITH ONE OF THE POSTERS, THE HOSTESS WAS PRETTY SNOTTY, THE FOOD WAS STRAIGHT UP MEDIOCRE....i got the buffalo rib eye and my gf got the duck. i usually dont eat a REALLY fancy restaurants but for $100 i expected some good stuff. THE FOOS WASNT WORTH 100 dollars AT ALL. and take it from me i went there expecting to love it. yeah the place looks cool and stuff but EVERYONE THAT WORKS THERE ACTS LIKE THEYRE BETTER THAN YOU IN EVERYWAY. its a "FRIENDLY BECAUSE I HAVE TO BE" kinda feeling that you get from them. i also payed $3 for a near flavorless coke....with no refills. parking as im sure youve read, is horrible.... the valet guy treated my car like SH*T for the 20 ft. that he drove it and i was just EXTREMELY dissapointed.....i usually call BS on bad reviews but seriously guys this place is not worth it....all i kept thinkin was I WISH ID WENT TO FOGO..... :( Pros: Looks pretty awesome. Cons: service below average, mediocre food, bad parking. trust me i was tryin to cut it slack. more

I READ REVIEWS BEFORE GOING THERE... 12/27/2008

well lemme start by saying im 20 years old and it was me and my gf's 2 year anniversary. so i looked up a couple of restaurants and well this one caught my attention so i read up some reviews and whatnot. heres my thoughts on it.....I AGREE WITH ONE OF THE POSTERS, THE HOSTESS WAS PRETTY SNOTTY, THE FOOD WAS STRAIGHT UP MEDIOCRE....i got the buffalo rib eye and my gf got the duck. i usually dont eat a REALLY fancy restaurants but for $100 i expected some good stuff. THE FOOS WASNT WORTH 100 dollars AT ALL. and take it from me i went there expecting to love it. yeah the place looks cool and stuff but EVERYONE THAT WORKS THERE ACTS LIKE THEYRE BETTER THAN YOU IN EVERYWAY. its a "FRIENDLY BECAUSE I HAVE TO BE" kinda feeling that you get from them. i also payed $3 for a near flavorless coke....with no refills. parking as im sure youve read, is horrible.... the valet guy treated my car like SH*T for the 20 ft. that he drove it and i was just EXTREMELY dissapointed.....i usually call BS on bad reviews but seriously guys this place is not worth it....all i kept thinkin was I WISH ID WENT TO FOGO..... :( Pros: Looks pretty awesome. Cons: service below average, mediocre food, bad parking. trust me i was tryin to cut it slack. more

Good restaurant 12/7/2008

We enjoyed a lot in this place. It has a nice atmosphere. The waitress very friendly and polite. Fantastic atmosphere. We eat god seafood dishes, grilled salmon. more

Good restaurant 12/7/2008

We enjoyed a lot in this place. It has a nice atmosphere. The waitress very friendly and polite. Fantastic atmosphere. We eat god seafood dishes, grilled salmon. more

Great food and consistent flavor 8/23/2008

This restaurant has been in the area for a very long time, although it had to move from the wonderful location it originally had. You can get interesting food here - elk, buffalo, trout, game fish, etc. more

Great food and consistent flavor 8/23/2008

This restaurant has been in the area for a very long time, although it had to move from the wonderful location it originally had. You can get interesting food here - elk, buffalo, trout, game fish, etc. more

Exotic, exciting cuisine 6/19/2008

If you see the buffalo tenderloin on the menu, order it. Unbelievable! I also had a braised short rib, which was good but not memorable. On my last visit, my companion had lobster tail on a bed of risotto cooked in champagne butter--very tasty. The service is good, and the atmosphere is unique: a sprawling log cabin in the middle of Houston. In all, I've only had great dining experiences at Rainbow Lodge. It's becoming one of my favorite places to eat, though I can only afford it on occasion. more

Exotic, exciting cuisine 6/19/2008

If you see the buffalo tenderloin on the menu, order it. Unbelievable! I also had a braised short rib, which was good but not memorable. On my last visit, my companion had lobster tail on a bed of risotto cooked in champagne butter--very tasty. The service is good, and the atmosphere is unique: a sprawling log cabin in the middle of Houston. In all, I've only had great dining experiences at Rainbow Lodge. It's becoming one of my favorite places to eat, though I can only afford it on occasion. more

Exotic, exciting cuisine 6/19/2008

If you see the buffalo tenderloin on the menu, order it. Unbelievable! I also had a braised short rib, which was good but not memorable. On my last visit, my companion had lobster tail on a bed of risotto cooked in champagne butter--very tasty. The service is good, and the atmosphere is unique: a sprawling log cabin in the middle of Houston. In all, I've only had great dining experiences at Rainbow Lodge. It's becoming one of my favorite places to eat, though I can only afford it on occasion. more

Nice and classy 4/28/2008

Rainbow Lodge Catering is a very nice restaurants. The setting is very delightful with all the wood. The wine tastes great, and the dessert is yummy. I like the entree a lot too. The portion size is kinda small though. more

Nice and classy 4/28/2008

Rainbow Lodge Catering is a very nice restaurants. The setting is very delightful with all the wood. The wine tastes great, and the dessert is yummy. I like the entree a lot too. The portion size is kinda small though. more

Best Game Anywhere 3/26/2008

Service is hit-or-miss, and prices are high, but make no mistake - if you're in the mood for expertly-cooked game, this is the place. Pay particular attention to whatever is on special - the pheasant, buffalo tenderloin with penne in gouda sauce, and buffalo ribeye have all been outstanding. Pros: Ambience, quality of specialty items Cons: Price, sometimes service, quality of lesser-specialty items (fish, comfort food, etc.) more

Best Game Anywhere 3/26/2008

Service is hit-or-miss, and prices are high, but make no mistake - if you're in the mood for expertly-cooked game, this is the place. Pay particular attention to whatever is on special - the pheasant, buffalo tenderloin with penne in gouda sauce, and buffalo ribeye have all been outstanding. Pros: Ambience, quality of specialty items Cons: Price, sometimes service, quality of lesser-specialty items (fish, comfort food, etc.) more

Best Game Anywhere 3/26/2008

Service is hit-or-miss, and prices are high, but make no mistake - if you're in the mood for expertly-cooked game, this is the place. Pay particular attention to whatever is on special - the pheasant, buffalo tenderloin with penne in gouda sauce, and buffalo ribeye have all been outstanding. Word of caution though - the "mixed game" appetizer platter will consist of two or three morsels of food at a whopping $15. And the "comfort food" specials are not as impressive as the higher-dollar entrees. Pros: Ambience, quality of specialty items Cons: Price, sometimes service, quality of lesser-specialty items (fish, comfort food, etc.) more

Ambience, Creativity, and Style, but Tiny Portion Sizes 2/17/2008

We tried The Rainbow Lodge for the first time this past Valentine's Day weekend, and really enjoyed the cozy, rustic cabin setting of the interior. The appetizers, main courses, and deserts were all delectable and creative. For the main course, I opted for the beef tenderloin cooked with a side of fresh "smashed" (instead of mashed) potatoes, and served with a port wine reduction sauce. My fiance tried the wild game mixed grill, and also loved every bit of it. The service from the front entrance hostess to our table waiter, was top-notch, and exectuted with a very professional style. If I had to make a few suggested improvements, I would suggest bigger portion sizes on the appetizers and main courses, and the addition of several lower-to-medium-priced Napa Valley Cabernet's to their wine list; some with more aged character, such as Beaulieau Vineyards, St Francis, Monticello, Merryvale, Sebastiani, Dry Creek Vineyards, etc. We enjoyed the service, food, and the unique location which lends itself to quiet, intimate, romantic dinners. But the prices were too high, for the tiny portions of food served. Pros: Romantic Surroundings, Upscale Service, But Small Portions Cons: Off Lot Parking (not recommended); Use Valet Parking. Portion sizes more

Ambience, Creativity, and Style, but Tiny Portion Sizes 2/17/2008

We tried The Rainbow Lodge for the first time this past Valentine's Day weekend, and really enjoyed the cozy, rustic cabin setting of the interior. The appetizers, main courses, and deserts were all delectable and creative. For the main course, I opted for the beef tenderloin cooked with a side of fresh "smashed" (instead of mashed) potatoes, and served with a port wine reduction sauce. My fiance tried the wild game mixed grill, and also loved every bit of it. Pros: Romantic Surroundings, Upscale Service, But Small Portions Cons: Off Lot Parking (not recommended); Use Valet Parking. Portion sizes more

Ambience, Creativity, and Style, but Tiny Portion Sizes 2/17/2008

We tried The Rainbow Lodge for the first time this past Valentine's Day weekend, and really enjoyed the cozy, rustic cabin setting of the interior. The appetizers, main courses, and deserts were all delectable and creative. For the main course, I opted for the beef tenderloin cooked with a side of fresh ""smashed"" (instead of mashed) potatoes, and served with a port wine reduction sauce. My fiance tried the wild game mixed grill, and also loved every bit of it. Pros: Romantic Surroundings, Upscale Service, But Small Portions Cons: Off Lot Parking (not recommended); Use Valet Parking. Portion sizes more

Great Place to Eat!!! 2/6/2008

For a special occasion, this is a great place to eat. Interesting and varied menu. Nice setting and the food is consistently excellent. If you are looking for that cool place to take your wife, this is an excellent choice. more
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Houston's original lodge restaurant featuring seafood and wild game. Cozy Log Cabin inside the Loop. Call 713.581.8245 for a reservation!

Owner Message
  • The Rainbow Lodge is a 100 year old log cabin restaurant on an acre of grounds right in the middle of Houston! Owner Donnette Hansen is focused on the details in this iconic Houston dining spot. Sophisticated but not "stuffy". Enjoy notable and special wines paired with local and seasonal ingredients.

    Comfortable presentations of Venison, Elk, Boar, Bison, Gulf Snapper, Smoked Duck and Housemade Sausages appear daily paired with vegetables and herbs growing 20 feet away in the Lodge's expansive gardens. Lunch is lighter, entrees from $12-$20 and Sunday Brunch features 99 cent mimosas!

    Only minutes from downtown & the Galleria in the Heights, Rainbow Lodge features dynamic views, 3 fireplaces, a citrus grove, decks and patios, a casual fun bar and four private dining rooms. There are spacious facilities for private parties & garden weddings. Call 713.581.8245 for a reservation!

Editorial
  • One of Houston's longtime favorite restaurants offers Gulf seafood, wild game, turkey, tenderloin and a variety of innovative and appealing cuisine for private parties, corporate functions and...

  • 11/14/2007 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Tue-Fri 11:30am-10:30pm Sat 6pm-10:30pm Sun 10:30am-3pm, 5pm-10:30pm
  • Payments: Carte Blanche, Discover, Visa, Master Card, American Express, Diner's Club
  • Neighborhoods: Greater Heights, Central
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