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

Rainbow Lodge

4.7
4.7
5311 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 30 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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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.
  • Location
    2011 Ella Blvd., Houston, TX 77008
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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What 5,311 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Houston

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
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."

5,311 Reviews

  1. Linda

    VIP

    Houston

    112 reviews

    5.0

    112 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tonight’s Sunday Supper was Beef Stroganoff. What a delicious way to enjoy an incredible meal amid the beautiful Christmas decorations for only $18. 🎄❤️🎄

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  2. Kathy

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time to experience the Rainbow Lodge. The food & service from, Nancy, was great. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

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  3. Beth

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely evening with delicious food and festive decor! Love Rainbow Lodge!

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  4. Micaela

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The bar service was not up to par. The cocktails served were mediocre at best but the food was 10 out of 10.

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  5. Holly

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner! Fantastic restaurant - enjoyed the ginger bread old fashioned- great food, we all had different fish dishes and it was all excellent.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great evening! Food was terrific, especially the elk. Responsive accommodating host. Thanks!

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  7. Bruce

    VIP

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, and attention to detail. And they honored my 66th birthday with a candle lit frosted gingerbread cupcake!👍

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  8. Christine

    VIP

    Houston

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We met another couple we have been friends w for over 25 years. We live far from each other and this is a perfect location to meet up. It’s a lovely fun place and the staff are all so nice and accommodating. The food was spectacular and of course the wine selection cannot be beat!

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  9. James

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, view and service were all great. The parking was a problem.

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  10. Jeanette

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just wanted a nice, quiet place to have appetizers and wine. As a bonus we had beautiful weather and sat outside admiring the Christmas lights. Our waiter was awesome and attentive. So glad to have this gem in our community.

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FAQs

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

Rainbow Lodge is rated 4.7 stars by 5311 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 30 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
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • 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.

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