Mockingbird Bistro
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Mockingbird Bistro

1985 Welch St, Houston, TX
(713) 533-0200 serving: Central, Neartown/ Montrose

Sidewalk Score: 9 out of 10
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Categories:

Restaurants, New American, $$, Eclectic & International, Lunch Spot, Notable Wine List, American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Bistros,

The Low Down

EDITORS TIPS

Know Before You Go: The "bar bites" menu offers small meals (short rib, burgers, mussels, risotto for $9.

What to Drink: The eclectic wine list is priced below mark-up, so drink up. Vintner lunches and dinners are also hosted. Contact the restaurant for details.

On the Menu: Save some room because the dessert menu is devoted to all things chocolate.

Where to Sit: Table 41 is the Mick Jagger table. It's in the middle of the room and is a fave for local celebs.

Rants, Raves & Reviews


by at Gayot

Owner-chef John Sheeley specializes in what most Americans crave: robust portions of artistically prepared food that tastes even better than it looks. Cases in point: bible-thick tuna steaks grilled with a light pepper crust and served…
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Best happy hour in town, no question.
By ambernambrose at Citysearch

Best happy hour in town, no question. Great cocktails, very good food (braised short ribs, roasted eggplant, Caesar salad), all for $5. Read More


Don't Waste your time...
By sanku at Citysearch

This place is absolute garbage: 1) Lying to guests about the ingredients: they are NOT serving Kobe beef, you just can't get Kobe outside of Japan... Read More


food poisoning
By Ron C M at Citysearch

Food poisoning The only food that I had since lunch and I had the only different meal at the table. Severely sick starting the next morning. I ha... Read More


Fantastic!
By Terri West at Citysearch

This is a quaint neighborhood restaurant with a varied menu, warm atmosphere and excellent service. \r \r I had the Mediterranean mussels and the ... Read More


First Impressions Aren't Everything
By HoustonTexReview at Citysearch

First impressions are everything. The valet were gentlemen and were friendly. The atmosphere was dark, warm, and charming with antiques. I was r... Read More