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The Creek Dining Room at Rainbow Lodge in Houston - Rainbow Lodge, Houston, TX

Rainbow Lodge

4.7
4.7
5287 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 52 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Well known and loved for wild game, steaks and seafood, Rainbow Lodge features lunch, dinner & Sunday brunch. Owner Donnette Hansen's attention to detail is reflected in everything from the comfortable refined log cabin setting & landscaped grounds to the seasonally changing menus. Insider's tip: go for the business lunch ($19 for three courses). Sophisticated but not stuffy! Menu hits include elk chops, grilled buffalo tenderloin, Lodge smoked duck gumbo. Do not miss the famous TIED FLY BAR! with its crafted cocktails and views of an acre of grounds, the bar is the most popular seat in the house. Often voted best patio in Houston, Sunday Brunch enthusiasts enjoy casual patio dining with $2 mimosas. Sunday Suppers feature half price wines by the glass. Live Music Fridays on the patio too.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Wild Game
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Fri, Sun 11:00 am–10:30 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 861-8666
  • Website
    http://www.rainbow-lodge.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mark Schmidt
  • Catering
    Exciting American cuisine at your own location. Featuring seafood, wild game and signature entree salads. Door Dash, Grub Hub, and Uber Eats all post our menus for home or office delivery within their zones.
  • Private party facilities
    This cozy log cabin is a stunning backdrop for your next event, available for parties from 10-200. Happy hours, weddings, corporate dinners, garden parties. Five different rooms and a gorgeous lawn and deck area.
  • Location
    2011 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77008
  • Neighbourhood
    Heights / Washington
  • Cross Street
    East TC Jester
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking. Some self parking available. Our valets work for and appreciate your tips.
  • Entertainment
    Live Music on Friday nights in the Tied Fly Bar and on the Wine deck outside.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 5,287 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Houston

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rainbow Lodge offers a unique dining experience reminiscent of an "old fishing and hunting lodge," featuring a diverse menu of game meats like elk, bison, and antelope. Guests rave about the "fabulous food," "spectacular service," and the "beautiful rustic setting." It's a top choice for special occasions, with consistently excellent reviews.

5,287 Reviews

  1. Greg

    Houston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Perfect Thanksgiving!!! Great menu and food - loved it

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  2. JARRYD

    Houston

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you for being open on Thanksgiving. Food was exceptional. The service was well beyond expected. I just love this place. If your looking for a option to your standard steakhouse for either a family or business meal, put this into your rotation. Everyone will find a gem to enjoy on their menu.

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  3. AJ

    Houston

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a lovely experience and great service. Thanks for taking care of us on a holiday!

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  4. Sherry

    Dallas

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I’d heard a lot about Rainbow Lodge through the years so was looking forward to dining there since I never had. Unfortunately, my experience was most unenjoyable. We went for Thanksgiving, and perhaps that was the mistake. I selected the wild game trio for my appetizer and the bison was all gristle. The other two in our party that ordered the same didn’t have the same experience. Their meat was good. I also ordered the turkey and dressing dinner (it was Thanksgiving after all) and it was mediocre at best. The pecan pie dessert was good as was the fried oyster appetizer we ordered. The main issue was the lackluster service. We spent a lot of time sitting around waiting for a plate for our appetizers, steak knives for our meat, forks for our dessert, etc. All of these should have arrived prior to the food arriving. It definitely felt like our server would rather be anywhere but the Rainbow Lodge. It also felt like he was a new hire or temp because he wasn’t trained on proper service (how to place items on table, etc). It makes me sad because I really wanted to love this experience.

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  5. kim

    St. Louis

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Small portions - but good. Service great Love the decor and uniqueness

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  6. susan

    Houston

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have made a habit of coming to Rainbow Lodge on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. That takes the pressure off of worrying about if our turkey is dry or not. You see after you have an incredible meal at Rainbow Lodge you can relax knowing you have already had a great meal. I had the Halibut special which was not only tasty but felt very homey. The fresh peas and creamy mashed potatoes reminded me of pub food but so much more upscale. Thank you Rainbow Lodge for such a memorable Thanksgiving Eve dinner! Thanks Rainbow Lodge!

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  7. Francis

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food. Our waiter, Jeff, was absolutely great; friendly, attentive, knowledgeable. Dining room was quiet.

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  8. Barbara

    Houston

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best server!! All four of us loved her. Wish I could recall her name because I’d include!

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  9. Suzanne

    Washington DC

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious, the service was great, the place was beautiful, and it is in a memorable natural and unique setting. Would happily return.

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  10. Barb

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and romantic - friendly and professional staff

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FAQs

Rainbow Lodge offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Rainbow Lodge also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 861-8666.

Rainbow Lodge is rated 4.7 stars by 5287 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 52 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rainbow Lodge

2011 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77008

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    East TC Jester
  • Neighbourhood
    Heights / Washington
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Fri, Sun 11:00 am–10:30 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–7:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Wild Game
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking. Some self parking available. Our valets work for and appreciate your tips.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mark Schmidt
  • Entertainment
    Live Music on Friday nights in the Tied Fly Bar and on the Wine deck outside.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.rainbow-lodge.com/
  • Phone number
    (713) 861-8666
  • Catering
    Exciting American cuisine at your own location. Featuring seafood, wild game and signature entree salads. Door Dash, Grub Hub, and Uber Eats all post our menus for home or office delivery within their zones.
  • Private party facilities
    This cozy log cabin is a stunning backdrop for your next event, available for parties from 10-200. Happy hours, weddings, corporate dinners, garden parties. Five different rooms and a gorgeous lawn and deck area.

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