The Raven Grill

(713) 521-2027

1916 Bissonnet St
Houston, TX 77005 29.725617 -95.405469

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Neighborhoods: University Place, South Central

THERAVENGRILL.COM

Hours:

Monday From 05:00 PM To 10:00 PM Tuesday To Thursday From 11:00 AM To 10:00 PM Friday To Saturday From 11:00 AM To 11:00 PM Sunday From 11:00 AM To 09:00 PM

Price:

$$

Last updated 8.06.11

Category:

Restaurants, Catering

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Brunch, Outdoor Dining, Private Rooms, Family Style Dining, Lunch Spot, Group Dining, Notable Wine List

Cuisine:

Traditional American

What People Are Saying About The Raven Grill

Featured Review

Contributor

Contributor

In Short – With the Raven and adjacent Picnic, owners Sara and Rob Cromie have successfully revived this strip of Bissonnet. Stylishly decor includes chartreuse walls, birdseed cocktail tables, rustic cement floors and Edgar Allen Poe-inspired art. Moneyed sophisticates and families with kids in tow come for the unfussy fare and neighborhood setting. Mouthwatering strip steak marinated in bourbon, burgundy and spices is beautifully charred. Catfish or thin-sliced, grilled tuna steak couldn't be fresher. From seafood enchiladas to juicy burgers, there's food for every bird.

Editor's Tips

Where to Sit:
Nest on the lovely patio.
The Extras:
Sunday brunch favorites include French toast, eggs Benedict and scrumptious cheese grits. The Bloody Marys have a cult following.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

01/14/12

Love The Raven...

by sroberts122

My family, friends and I have been going to The Raven for years. Small location but we have never had to wait too long by calling ahead. The service has always been great and the food has always been delicious. I have never seen anything unclean-- it's always been very clean there. They have a wood fired grill-- my husband says their hamburgers are the best. Try the sweet potato spinich enchiladas-- they're to die for. The Raven always accomodates my gluten free diet without the taste having to suffer and without me being embarrassed to ask. Great job-- I will continue to be a loyal customer!

1 Star Rating: Poor

10/11/11

Terrible service and they didn't care

by kimeatsout

Terrible service - only 4 tables full when we arrived but a large group came in after we'd placed order. 30 min after ORDERING, no food. Was told delayed due to large group. 10 min still no food. had to get up 3xs to ask Hostess, other waiter; and then bar tender for help. Manager came over to deliver food - no apologies. Only time I have ever not tipped....

1 Star Rating: Poor

05/24/11

Extremely disappointed

by cagremillion

ABSOLUTELY DISGUSTING! We found multiple roaches during our dinner, including one on my arm. The lady at the table next to us also had a roach on her table. I was very upset about this and I will never ever go back. We wrote a letter and never heard anything back. I am extremely disappointed and I do not recommend ever going here.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/09/10

Cozy, Contemporary & Simply Perfect!

by cinnamonred1

It was our first visit and we were entertaining an old friend I hadn't seen in 32 years. What a gem this place turned out to be!! Our party of three was promptly seated by a very friendly Maitre De and the waiter immediately asked about drinks. The ambiance was posh, cozy & contemporary, without being too crowded or informal. The attire ranged from classy casual to evening wear. We advised the waiter how long it had been seen we'd seen each other and that we were in no hurry. His timing throughout the evening was impeccable! (and we stayed from 7pm until almost 11!)

The drinks were promptly served along with an assortment of wonderful breads. I had ordered the house white wine (a Pinot Grigio) and it was smooth and superb! They have an extensive selection of wines to choose from. We began the evening with the Baked Brie and Fried Calamari appetizers. There was more than enough for three hungry people to share and were prepared perfectly. My husband and friend both had the Chipotle-Honey Glazed Pork Chops. They both raved about how tender, juicy and flavorful they were. The sides of sauteed spinach and grilled sweet potatoes were cooked to perfection. My entree was the Bacon Wrapped Beef Tenderloin. It was cooked to medium-rare as ordered and was melt in your mouth delicious. The homemade garlic mashed potatoes and grilled veggies were very tasty as well. We ended the evening with the Crème Brûlée and The Other Chocolate Dessert (which was HUGE - enough for 2 to share!) Both desserts were decadently delicious. The perfect end to a perfect evening.

I was very impressed by the fact that even though they were closed at 10- we were still there chatting until almost 11pm and no one ever tried to rush us or ask us to leave. It truly was a very warm and inviting place, with great food and staff. I highly recommend it and we cannot wait to go back!!

  • Pros: Great Service, Cozy Ambiance & Excellent Cuisine
  • Cons: Doesn't come up by name or area on a search in Citysearch!
2 Star Rating: Below Average

04/29/09

overrated

by bbaggins33

This place is often packed, I am not sure why. The services is usually inattentive. The food all has some common trait...that makes it not appealing...perhaps overdosed with olive oil?

  • Pros: healthy food
  • Cons: poor service, mediocre taste
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