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Benjy's
(Now Closed)New American Restaurant, Lounge, and Wine Bar$$$$
Houston
The experts at Eater and Houston Press recommend this place
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EaterMay 23, 2012Benjy's was one of the first Houston restaurants to latch onto & push forward the whole local movement. This translates into a seasonal, changing menu and creative, exciting dishes. [Eater 38 Member]
Eloy JuarezMarch 26, 2017The food is amazing, the staff is very friendly, I would definitely come back and try the red snapper and the chocolate cake together with that wonderful cappuccino- Now Hiring Houston Career BrandingMarch 31, 2015Great happy hour and what makes it even better is the upstairs patio! Great views from up there. Great place for a date or a night out with friends.
Houston PressAugust 4, 2014The second location of benjy's is quieter than you'd expect for its Washington Avenue location, without any of the hassle of forced valet or clubby music throbbing in the dining room. Read more
Jessica DennisonSeptember 21, 2016Delicious food and cocktails. The patio was relaxing once the sun went down. And the tres leches was phenomenal!
Stephanie FisherSeptember 2, 2013This place is so swanky! Came during brunch and the service here is totally superb. I recommend getting blood orange mimosas and the Crunchy Chicken if you, like me, aren't a big breakfast food fan.
JennOctober 9, 2011The HH is INSANE! In every possible good way! The patio is one of the best in the city. Salmon Sashimi, Pork Dumplings, Kobe Meatballs, Pizza, Mojitos, Blood Orange Margaritas.
Kelley RaeAugust 4, 2013I came here for a friends birthday dinner and really enjoyed the atmosphere. The food was good but very limited as the menu is small. It is a little over priced as well. Fun atmosphere, worth a try.- Houston PressMay 31, 20122011 Best of Houston Winner: Best Happy Hour Food. Check out more Houston Press Best of Houston Winners here:
- Houston PressOctober 10, 20122012 Best of Houston Winner: Best Seasonal Cuisine. Check out more Houston Press Winners here:
Jake HaenchenAugust 18, 2016The spicy popcorn was a nice touch, if a bit overzealous for a pre meal snack. I had some sort of fish sandwich and was pretty disappointed with the overpowering bread and sauce.
Marissa L JenkinsJanuary 27, 2014Manager Joseph and server/bartender Garrett have customer service down! Made our first Sunday Happy Hour amazing...new Sunday funday place forvus!
Victor MartinezMay 27, 2014Great place! Wait staff was awesome and the food was really good! Bacon wrapped pork for appetizers! Do it!!!
Absolutely love the food! Only wish the top bar area was open on Sundays. Sometimes you want brunch and NFL football at the same time :-)
Ben CookJanuary 3, 2015The strip steak and shrimp was great. My wife got the braised ribs and she said they were wonderful.- Eric HochbergFebruary 19, 2016Great Sunday brunch! Just make sure you make a reservation or you'll have quite a wait.
I love Benjy's for brunch. Peach mimosa is a must, the french toast is my favorite meal. Great service, great food.
WhitneyJuly 10, 2013Do NOT leave without trying Mamas Chocolate Cake! Mushroom Pizza and Salt and Pepper Shrimp are amazing too!!
Try the Matagorda Bay Oysters - 1 Dozen Matagorda Bay Bay Oysters for Benjy's version of Momofuku's Bo Ssäm
Andrea HongApril 1, 2015Awesome service, adorable place, and braised breakfast migas were bomb good.
Jodi HamiltonAugust 12, 2015Lunch time, book ahead or arrive early. Gets busy, because it's sooo good!- Try the bo ssam - Oven-Roasted Pork Shoulder in Benjy's version of Momofuku's Bo Ssäm
Zach RNovember 11, 2015Great atmosphere, good service and food. The brunch migas were slightly underwhelming.
Definitely get the fried brussel sprouts. Every single person I've introduced this appetizer to, has loved it
Christy WilliamsFebruary 21, 2015Happy Hour is awesome. Chicken & Sausage Pizza with cheese blend. 😍- Try the Matagorda Bay Oysters - Part of Benjy's version of Momofuku's Bo Ssäm.
kendra garroutteDecember 28, 2012awesome happy hour prices. the pizza and the brussel sprouts are amazing!
Bellini du matin, menu changes though always unique and refreshing...
CultureMap Houston ManagerMarch 6, 2012An open concept and plenty of hard surfaces means on a busy night, this is no place to try and grab a quiet dinner.- Try the Crunchy Chicken - nut crusted + marbled potato gratin + sweet corn reduction
Augustine VOctober 29, 2014Just had the best dining experience I've ever had in Houston! Jodey is a boss!
- Houston PressMay 31, 2012Check out Benjy's' Happy Hour on the Go Time Happy Hour App! Download for free on iphone, android and blackberry!
Severin GaranzuaySeptember 3, 2011Of course, the crunchy chicken is wonderful....but don't forget the gazpacho!!!! Wow!
- Try the Tx Flat Iron "Kobe" - potato purée + rapini + plugra butter
- JennAugust 16, 2011Houston Restaurant Weeks all of August 2011!!! Jumbo lump crab cakes and egg white claypot for brunch :)
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benjy's modern American dining experience is the combination of a focused chef driven menu and warm Texas hospitality. At our two locations in the heart of Rice Village and on Wahsington Avenue our chefs apply world flavors and techniques that allow the fresh local and seasonal ingredients to exp...
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- Mon, Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Tue–Thu
- 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(713) 868-1131
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Yes
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Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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