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

Rainbow Lodge

4.7
4.7
5324 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood 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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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 steaks, 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, rehearsal dinners and holiday parties. Five different rooms and a gorgeous lawn and deck area.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (713) 861-8666
  • Location
    2011 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77008
  • Neighborhood
    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 5,324 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

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  • Houston

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

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Nestled in a picturesque setting, Rainbow Lodge offers a unique dining experience with standout wild game dishes like elk and bison. Guests rave about its "excellent service," "delicious food," and "beautiful ambiance." Perfect for celebrations or intimate dinners, this iconic Houston restaurant consistently impresses with its "wonderful atmosphere" and "attentive staff."

5,324 Reviews

  1. Joaquin

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The entire family had New Year’s Eve dinner and it was fantastic. The food was delicious, great portions and very flavorful. The desserts were a perfect way to cap off a beautiful evening and start a brand new year. The staff was friendly and very accommodating to questions about the menu and food. Our server who was from Australia was 10 out of 10!!

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  2. Nick

    Houston

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance and environment was really nice. It was a very intimate quiet space and our server, Izzy, was really nice but the kitchen took a very long time to prepare our entrees. For a prefixed new year eve dinner menu with select items, I didn’t expect they would take such a long time. We did have a large party of 9, and they were very accommodating, making sure we had an extra heating lamp and sufficient table space. We waited so long the manager, Mary, came out to our table to apologize. Didn’t really help, we just wanted our food because we had no intention of spending our new year until midnight there and had to leave to go somewhere else. The restaurant didn’t appear that packed. We asked for some drinks and they accommodated by giving us 4 shots of silver tequila. Was an odd number, but free is free I suppose. Still would have appreciated our food on time reasonably, so we could continue our evening. The food was ok, I ordered the seared halibut, which was only ok. I wouldn’t order it again. Girlfriend had the ribeye with a chimichurri, which was very good. I want to like this place and may give it another shot. We’ll see.

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  3. Tony

    VIP

    Houston

    60 reviews

    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were excellent. Robert our server was wonderful, restaurant was festive and provided delicious menu options for new years eve. Couldn’t be more pleased with Rainbow Lodge.

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  4. Alice

    VIP

    Tahoe

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional food, exceptional service, FANTASTIC NIGHT!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We so enjoyed celebrating New Year’s Eve at Rainbow lodge!

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  6. Bogle

    VIP

    St. Louis

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    They are in need of a chef !!! Poor quality but very nice place!!

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  7. Tiffany

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been here a number of times over the years and the ambiance is fantastic. The service is very good and the food is usually over the top good. We are a family with some food allergies and even with that the dishes ordered in the past were fantastic, and it was obvious that the chef was very skilled and did a great job at making them as close as possible with a few alterations. This time was very different. For those of us who have the food allergies the food came out very plain. It was what we ordered but no attempt seemed to be made to substitute any sauce just plain protien that was chosen. Still had a great time just disappointed a bit.

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  8. Bart

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been here many times in the past. It is always exceptional. We will be back many times.

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  9. Karen

    VIP

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Most beautiful place, great waiter and food very good. Oysters came cold. Snapper a little dry. Everything else tasted wonderful.

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  10. Laura

    VIP

    Houston

    28 reviews

    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    It was busy! But not THAT busy. Our server was very busy so was a little slow. Hubby got the Bison special. Sounded delicious. A splurge at $69.00. It was over cooked and a bit dry. I ordered the lodge’s signature rainbow trout with lump crab meat. It was also dry and overcooked. No seasoning. Crab was awesome! Not terrible but not the best. Lovely atmosphere. Great martini but…. A little disappointing.

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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 5324 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 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
  • Neighborhood
    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 steaks, 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, rehearsal dinners and holiday parties. Five different rooms and a gorgeous lawn and deck area.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (713) 861-8666

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