Cafe Red Onion
Houston, TX 77098
Phone: (713) 807-1122
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Algerian Way
- Best of Citysearch:
- Caribbean Food 2004
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat 11am-11pm
Editorial Review for Cafe Red Onion – by Citysearch Staff
In Short
This Inner Loop sequel is every bit as harried and enticing as the original Northwest Freeway operation. Don't expect a quiet evening; patrons are here for the Latin fusion fare and high energy level. The pineapple salsa (its sweetness leavened by cilantro and peppers) is served with plantain chips. There's also smoky cream of roasted poblano and chicken soup; piquant red snapper served with cabbage and cheese; and pupusas. Finish with chocolate empanadas.
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Insider Tips
What to DrinkA Honduran beer called Salva Vida can indeed be a lifesaver when washing down sizzling fajitas.
User Reviews for Cafe Red Onion
11/18/2006 Posted by nave81
I've lived in Houston for about 5 months now and the Red Onion was the best dinning experience I've had so far! We got there Fri night at 8pm and only had to wait about 5 minutes to be seated. Our waitress was on the ball, being a waiter myself, I could tell she was keeping track of all her tables and timing everything perfect, drinks, food, orders, the bill, everything! The food was very unique, sort of a central american/tropical style, many of the dishes came with plantains which my girlfriend loves. The Chicken Brazil was out of this world! Go there and get it! One of the best dishes I've had. The entrees range from $10-$18 (not $30 like citysearch says, although I would have expected to pay $30 for this quality of food). Overall a great experience. I'm going back!
06/25/2006 Posted by bestcookever08
This place is amazing. from the pinaple salsa, to the seafood enchaladas. very up beat great service. very nice menu, something defferent for everybody. yes you might have to wait for a table, but worth it. i highly recomend this place. pluse desert is awsome
Pros: pinapple salsa!!!
Cons: you have to wait until you whole party is there to be seated
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