Good God, Nadine's

The vibes here are immaculate!! Every single staff member goes above and beyond to say hi and make sure you have a great experience . Enrique can make up to 5 drinks at a time !! jasmine is so warm and inviting ! Zack is so fun to talk to gives great service. Kevin is super educated when it comes to the menu. I became a regular sooooo fast. They even went out of their way to make my family cute fancy mocktails. Thanks team !!!

The place was hands down the best restaurant I’ve been to. Aside from the stuff we got in the pictures we also got the OG cornbread and crab dip. Our group of 3 loved the crab dip the most with the cornbread being close second. Our server was great, also a foodie, and had great vibes unfortunately we forgot to get his name. I highly recommend this place to anyone.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely phenomenal! Good God Nadine exceeded every expectation — from the atmosphere to the service, everything was top-notch. Nadine herself is an absolute gem: warm, welcoming, and full of positive energy that makes you feel right at home. The food and drinks were crafted with care and creativity, and every bite was divine. You can tell there’s heart and passion behind everything they do here. If you haven’t been yet — go. You’ll leave smiling, full, and already planning your next visit.

I came across this new restaurant in Houston from an article online, and my husband and I decided to give it a try. We love checking out new spots, and this one did not disappoint! It has a modern, eclectic vibe that’s great for a date night or hanging out with friends. Once the weather cools down, the patio will be perfect for dinner or drinks outside. I had the pineapple tequila spritz and my husband ordered the chamomile old fashioned, both so good. My favorites were the crab and shrimp Lui and the crab dip, and he really enjoyed the po’boy with fries. Service was also great, and the overall atmosphere made it a fun weekend night out in Houston. Definitely a place worth visiting!

Great atmosphere and really good food. The oysters were excellent and the fries were perfect. The pickle chick and cowboy smash burger were great too. We will definitely be back.

If you are looking for fresh organic and a great mix of flavors , Good god Nadine’s is the place to go. They make their food from the products of their own farm and the chef is sooo creative. I love their baked goat cheese with the great taste of grilled grapes and pecans. Their salads are made with fresh veggies of their farm served with a delicious dressing. Also their roast beef sandwich tastes like home cooked perfect sandwiches you can find. And you don’t want to miss their special guacamole, it is so delicious and new, never had a guacamole like that. Their cocktails are great and designed for all different tastes. Chef Kyle is an amazing chef and you can see everything he makes comes from his heart and experience. The staff are very nice and serve the food and cocktails without make you wait. I highly recommend Good god Nadine’s , definitely one of Houston’s top places to go.

Great new spot in the neighborhood! We stopped by for the $7 happy hour burgers and they were delicious! The fries are a very worthy $3 add-on. Make sure to get the aïoli as well. not drinking right now, so wasn’t able to try the cocktails, but they looked very good and the happy hour $7 offerings Seemed great as well. Inside is very nice, good atmosphere. Outside they have a covered semi enclosed patio as well as an open air section of the patio. Would be great if they were able to get some extra fans out there for the summer to increase airflow. We were informed by our server that they are still in their soft open right now, so that is likely why the service was maybe a bit spotty or slow, no fault in their own. All in all, happy hour burger is very worth it in my opinion. Can’t wait to check it out again!

Fresh, fun, and delicious! Great spot for fun cocktails and creative bites when you're feeling adventurous, but also cozy and comfortable featuring classic favorites making it an ideal neighborhood staple. The owners and staff members are welcoming and attentive. All of the dishes are assembled beautifully. The sesame guacamole, warmed goat cheese (topped with roasted grapes & candied pecans), and strawberry daiquiri (not too sweet) are my personal favorites...everything is super fresh and delicious. PS, my first review ever (not my comfort zone)...happy for this to be the first as these are good people with amazing talents.

Great bar restaurant with AMAZING snacks and menu items that make you wanna say "Uhm"! Went for Texas Cocktail Week and enjoyed their signature drink desert water. Enjoyed everything including food items we ordered.

The oysters were excellent--fresh and flavorful--but unfortunately, the rest of the meal fell short. We ordered a fry basket with fried shrimp and a pickle chick. The pickle chick had very little seasoning, if any, and came across as bland. The fries, which cost an extra three dollars, were not homemade and tasted like they were cooked in old oil or beef tallow, giving them an unpleasant aftertaste. Overall, the meal was unmemorable, and in Houston's highly competitive food scene, that's a red flag.

Service was great and entertaining- thank you Niko? Came here for brunch, and indulged in a mimosa carafe, but I think I missed out on the actual cocktails that need to be tried! Food in general was just average. But I love this covered patio and am keen to try again for the drinks! Parking is decent, except at a busy time I guess. Wraps from the side of the building to another lot in the back.

Can you love something too much? I think not if that thing is Good God Nadine's.. (Feel free to skip reading this review and just go check it out for yourself). I have really been missing a spot like this. Cool, casual but vibey bar vibes with bomb food... I am HERE. FOR. IT. (maybe too often). Think Hay Merchant reincarnated but slightly classier. The spot -- vibey greens and browns give you a loungey feel without the pretentious nature. The patio is also large and looks inviting once the temperature is more amenable outside. -- and the cornerstone of all great spots-- The Parking!!! there are quite a few parking spots around the location so you should be gucci (but don't come in 6 cars and take them all :)). The food -- yesss, please! Top of the list are the asian inspired wings. I could eat these things every day. Haven't tried the other options yet because I can't pass on these. The burger x2 was quite nice and you can score this guy for $ 7 during happy hour. Let's not forget about the loaded fries w beef debris.. this is a sunday special that you may could convince them to make on another day.. Ask for extra sauce and these slap! I have not found a thing I did not like so far. The drinks -- top notch. There is usually 1-2 cocktail options in addition to wine option on hh. Don't skip trying one of their crafted cocktails for sure, for sure. The service -- my favorite kind -- chill but knowledgeable and overall excited to show off what Nadine's has to offer. Secure that resy for peak times. We missed going one friday night because they were booked (I blame friday hh until 7). I believe there is space for walk ins but no one is trying to risk that with Houston traffic. Overall, one of the few places I have been super excited about recently and am looking to secure my "regular" status ASAP.

This is my new favorite happy hour spot!! The oysters and smash burger makes the perfect girl dinner!

4.75 s (mostly for street...not within the establishments control) Last minute dip into Nadines. I would say it's walkable but these streets aren't. Smallish parking but we went right after work, so no issues. I do rec ride share if you're planning on enjoying a few cocktails. The roads can be hairy. Plenty of drink options. Husband went with a Whistlepig OF and I chose a frozen T&T (tequila & tonic) to cool off, both tasty & refreshing. For edibles we went with the HH oysters & salad, and smash burger & fries. Restaurant aesthetic is eclectic. Love the combo of wood and ceramic tile, beautiful glassware, and plates! And loved the gallery art display. All so pleasing to the eye. Definitely recommend a stop in for a bite or a drink.

This unassuming spot caught my eye a few times while driving down Waugh, and after studying the casual yet thoughtful Gulf Coast-centered menu online I knew I had to pay a visit! M. and I swung by on a lazy Saturday evening and were delighted at all the available parking spaces surrounding the building (I had to read the signs a few times but you're in no trouble as long as you aren't going to Truth next door). All the tables inside were already occupied, so we opted instead to enjoy golden hour on the covered patio. Our pleasant server followed up quickly and took our "eyes bigger than stomach" order - here's my thoughts on what we tried: Sesame Guac - This Tex-Mex favorite draws East Asian inspiration from nutty sesame oil, crispy shiso crunch, and shattering prawn crackers and wonton chips. It's a great starter to share to start off a full meal or just something to nibble on while nursing a strong drink. Matagorda Pearl oysters - These lovely ocean beauties were the perfect balance of briny, tender, and fleshy - so easy to slurp down! They come with cocktail sauce, a tart mignonette, and fried saltines, but they're just as good on their own as they are with the provided accoutrements. Come during happy hour to get 6 for $8! Shrimp Po-boy - Delicious crusty bread, lightly battered shrimp, and crisp lettuce - there's not much more you can ask for in a po-boy. I will say it was a little on the drier side, so next time I might ask for a little extra mayo for myself. Do yourself a favor and add on the beef tallow fries, which have a wonderful bite and fluffy texture! Cocktails - The drinks here remind me of those at Winnie's and Betelgeuse Betelgeuse - they're fun, punchy takes on classic cocktail combinations at the standard 2025 price ($11-15). I enjoyed my creamy Mango Sticky Rice but am looking forward to trying the Carajilla or Pearadise on my next visit :) In short - Good God, Nadine's is so much better than good! I'm excited to support the restaurant's farm-to-table ethos and hope to drop by again for happy hour (and the soon-to-be-added Sunday brunch!)

Awesome place! Great customer service! Great price on food and drinks... Happy Hour Oysters and drinks are Amazing! Will definitely return

The busiest Friday night yet per our waitress for this new farm to table restaurant concept in the Heights. Think hipster yet moody vibes, large outdoor patio, great music and seating options. Aiming for a chill but elevated date night or group hang w friends near this area? Perfect. The restaurant is visually stunning inside with dark teal walls and many different oversized paintings hanging on either end and of a gorgeous bar which greets you from the main entrance. Kinda felt like I was eating at a museum in the French history room. Limited menu but we liked what we tried: skillet cornbread w trout roe, crab dip, burger w their beef tallow fries, and the blackened redfish poboy. The cornbread was great, not a fan of the trout roe tho as it overpowered the bread for me. The crab dip seemed really low on crab. It just seemed like your good ol' regular cream cheesy dip. Burger was very good. Fries even better. The blackened redfish in the poboy was delish but really skinny pieces. Service did seem to struggle to meet demand this night however I would say we felt it improved as the night went on. Upon entry we did not see booth to check in and we were told to sit anywhere at the bar. Self seated at a table meant for a group but was more private, and felt this was a mistake when I realized other larger groups were walking in and noticed several wait staff peering at us. But it turned out ok. Waited a while to get our drinks etc. Parking note: small lot right outside but we were lucky to find a spot right away. Overall it was a good night, drinks were all on point. Hopefully will try this again when they expand their menu as the waitress mentioned they'll be updating regularly as all ingredients are sourced through owners connections with local farms. Go check it out!

The service is spectacular! Our server was tremendous. So attentive with attention to detail and anticipation of needs The atmosphere is chill with incredible 80s music. The sound is on point too. The food is truly outstanding. Locally sourced and made with caring hands. I hope they can retain this excellence as they grow. Absolutely the best crab dip ever! The hand pressed burger for $7 at happy hour is a dream. They just lose money on this. Then, drumroll, please, the beef tallow French fries. OMG!

We had really nice evening on the patio at Good God Nadine's. The food, service, and drinks were all really nice--I enjoyed our time there. Here's what our table ordered: -Chicken wings with gochujang sauce: Very delicious! Our favorite item that we ordered. Order them. -Cowboy smashburger: We actually ordered the smashburger in paradise, but I'm pretty sure it was the cowboy smashburger that came out because there were jalapeños on the burger. (I didn't say anything, but the service was great--I'm sure they would have fixed it if I had; I was just hungry!). I frankly don't love jalapeños on my burgers, but I otherwise really liked this burger--it was nice and juicy! And the fries that we added as a side to the burger were great! -Cornbread: Probably my least favorite item on the menu, but it was still good. There are what look like ham cubes on top, but I kept being disappointed when I bit in to discover the cubes were actually some kind of veggie (radish maybe?). But still tasty.

3 words: beef. tallow. fries!! Omg delicious with the perfect crunch to them! I couldn't stop eating them. In fact, everything we ordered was delicious! The oyster were plump and slightly briny, but most importantly they cleaned the oyster shells really well so you don't have to deal with any shell bits. I also got the Smash Burger and it was hands-down the best burger I can remember having in a long time! My companion got the Pickle Chick and he was a big fan of that as well. The atmosphere was so cute and it was a beautiful day so the patio was perfect. Have to also give the staff a big thumbs up because they were super friendly and attentive and made great recommendations! I'll definitely be back and would recommend it to anyone!

Didn't realize the big restaurant (former Chatters) which backs up to the bar wasn't open yet and will not be until sometime next year but the bar (former Darwin's Pub) offers a decent selection of food. My friend and I got there during happy hour, got a mix of things including raw oysters, cucumber crunchy salad and smash burger and it was all delicious. This gastropub is cozy with a nice ambience. Wasn't too terribly loud so we could talk easily enough. Will return soon and probably get the exact same items but the po-boys look pretty good too.

I've only been once, but this place sticks out in my mind as an establishment I feel determined to return to multiple times. Food: For a bar, the food really impressed me - it was creative and innovative, daring, and unapologetic. I didn't try enough of the menu to form a full impression, but the people around me were raving about every dish. Drinks: I went during a Rose event, so did not explore the cocktails outside of the froze - but I love that they do events and hope to see more! Ambiance: I love the concept and I am frankly obsessed with the name, but in-person something is missing. At present it feels a bit strained and disjointed. Somehow like a mix between cafe express and a fancy cocktail lounge. To me, it needs to be visually elevated somehow and I'd like to see more cozy mood elements. It feels like they turned a nasty run down dive bar into something designed by Chat GPT. Speaking of which, their logo/mascot looks like AI. I consider drinks and food art - that's how I interact with them - so as a fellow artist and marketing designer - I think we need to be supporting each other, not AI! But, I digress. Service: Nothing notable yet! Neutral experience. I honestly can't wait to go back and I hope this business grows and thrives.

Good God Nadine's is a quirky place. It gives you the vibe that the whole interior looked better on the architect's sketch than in real life. The pictures on the wall are--at least in my mind--not really connected to the overall theme, which, in turn, is not recognizable. The colors, forms, and designs are plenty. But that kinda works. They're very new and need some more time to give the room, the ante-room, and the porch a lived-in feeling. Food? Astonishing. Perplexing. GGN (Good God Nadine's) offers both very basic and more upscale food--nicely presented in (of course) variably colored dishes. You wouldn't want to have it differently. The service is a little slow. That will change over time and is not a big deal. A big deal is THE FOOD. Bear with me for a second. I expected normal, new American food with lots of cheese and fried, home-cooking, heart-attack-and-diabetes-inducing feel-good kitchen. So, naturally, I ordered a smash burger. Taking the first bite was literally the same as John Belushi seeing the light in the church when James Brown sings. And... I saw the light. The burger was simple perfection--medium rare, right amount of cheese, pickles, sauces. To my surprise, the fries were even better. Fried in beef tallow. A real treat: old-fashioned, perfectly crunchy, perfectly colored, juicy fries. What a delight. And the oysters--although out of season--tasted spectacular. The trimmings nicely laid out and very pleasant to the palate. The staff is very welcoming and professional. And, not to forget, the barkeep knows his trade. The crowd came from all backgrounds and ages--interesting for a bar with this name. The path from five to four stars lies in the slightly disjointed ambiance and a few aesthetic or conceptual inconsistencies that momentarily distract from an otherwise stellar culinary experience. I wish them Godspeed and loads of loyal customers. GGN could become a real diamond.

Stop what you are doing and head straight there! Inside restaurant area is not that big but there is a large patio with plenty of seating options. We were seated as soon as we arrived and our server was very nice and friendly. We opted on trying the HRW menu so we could get a bit of everything. All the food items were so fresh and delicious! For starters we got the oysters (10/10), jalapeño cheddar cornbread(7/10 flavor and texture great but too many jalapeños in my opinion), peach jerk wings (7/10 did not taste any peach only jerk seasoning). The entrees were the star of the show, the shrimp po boy and paradise burger were delicious. I ordered the key lime pie dessert drink and it was very good. I definitely will be back to try more menu items.

I was surprised at how busy this place was on the inside and in the covered patio. We were able to be seated right away. Place is nice and clean. Staff are friendly. We ordered the hot crab dip and the redfish po boy. They were out of redfish so we went with the debris po boy. The crab dip was ok, mushy with melted cheese on top, small bits of crab. The po boy condiments made the poboy very soggy, we would've enjoyed the meat with rice and carrots and potatoes instead. Menu is a bit small, can't say there's anything on the menu I would want to rush back for. Glad I at least tried it.

This was such a laid back, cute atmosphere! I loved it! The drinks were delicious. I got the Houstonian and pearadise which were both amazing. The pearadise drink was a bit too sweet for my liking though. I shared plates with some friends and the biggest hit was the goat cheese! We also had the chicken wings which were so flavorful, French fries with beef, and a burger. Everything we had was absolutely delicious!

Popped in for a quick bite to eat before the theater and was pleasantly surprised. It was happy hour and we were seated promptly. As soon as we were seated we were greeted by our server. We ordered off the happy hour menu and had 1/2 dozen raw oysters that were super fresh along with a smash burger and fries. Good food and great service.

I got to eat at Good God, Nadine's yesterday. I was super excited to see new life at the old Darwin's Pub building on Waugh that has been closed a while. Nadine's has super friendly staff and amazing food! I ordered the Debris Po-boy. The french bread was fresh and spot on. The braised beef was delicious. The food menu is on the small side but per our waitress, they will be adding more items to it soon. They also have a large outside eating area that is dog friendly. I cant wait to go back! Side note: their sign outside advertised "mild cursing" We did not experience any, maybe next time!

The food and drinks were delicious! The server was amazing and really took the time to explain everything we asked, timing could have been better but from what we were told the place just opened so I'm sure they will get it down! Great job to everyone there on our visit! Will be back soon!

For now I can say only 4 stars. I know they just opened and service can become hectic with a new crew. My friend and I went and enjoyed a great evening out, tried the HRW (Houston Restaurant Week) menu. They being new and having a smallish menu offer up a choice from any part. Didn't limit the menu as others in HRW do. Their dessert drinks were fabulous. The restaurant is eclectically decorated. I loved the odd ball art. I appreciate how it all worked well despite it not matching 100 percent. The wait staff was so friendly and attentive. I did notice the busier they got the harder it was to get a hold of them. But when they came around they were great. The menu itself is limited in the main entrees but the snacks and small plates were good. The Oysters and minionette they served were so great, sweet with that wonderful vinaigrette. I had a shrimp po boy it was a nice portion but I felt it was missing a little something. The Gochujang wings were sticky and crispy all ar the dame time. I cant say for their regular cocktails that I was a fan. But im not a fan of licorice and one of the drinks I had was anise forward. The parking in the back is definitely much more spacious then when you first approach the restaurant, so I would say just go straight back. If you want to sit inside I recommend making reservations for dinner times. I enjoyed my experience with a new restaurant and do hope to go back and try other offerings.

The crab Louie, the wings , the goat cheese dip, the well thought of drinks, the welcoming service, all of it, the ambienceee. Just fresh, beautiful and delicious.

Stopped by to check out the Houston restaurant week menu and it was amazing! It was pretty busy inside and I was looking around for a spot to sit. The manager then greeted me and insisted that he'd make a spot for me at the bar and even went and grabbed a bar stool from storage. That was awesome and really made me feel special . Food was a 10/10 (definitely try the red fish poboy), bartenders were amazing and made killer drinks, and the service was superb! A place like this is truly special and deserves all the success that'll come their way

Excited about this spot! Parking was easy and it was crowded when we got there at 6:45 pm on a Friday night. Immediately got a seat and were greeted by a nice waitress and some waters. We got some drinks that actually didn't take long thankfully like some places do. We ordered the goat cheese appetizer and wow the focaccia was delicious with the dip. We then ordered a shrimp poboy and a smash burger and it was all so good! We did get an extra side of Cajun-mayo mix that's in the poboy because it didn't come with any other sauce. The fries we had were delish!! Very salty but really good. I think this will be a great spot for groups where some want to eat and some want to drink and watch games, especially on their patio once the weather is nicer. Will def be back!

We went around 6:30pm on a Tuesday and were seated right away. The bar was filled with people but there were still some tables open. The service is slow and the food was okay. We ordered some appetizers and shrimp Po boys- the shrimp was over-fried and hard. It wasn't bad but not good enough for me to return.

Cute new spot in Houston! Out door area has cute vibes. Looking forward to enjoying agin with friends

It had a great bar Ambience as it used to be Houston's Darwin's which was a barfly hangout accompanied by trivia. The new and improved version has really good Decor inside and comfortable seating. My wife and I came over for a nice happy hour after a long week after a thunderstorm. We will definitely come back as the service was excellent and we met a ton of the people that work there. I highly recommend it here

Great place for drinks and a bite to eat. The food and drink menu is diverse. There is a nice little happy that goes until 7:00. They offer beer and wine on tap. The inside is dark to not too dark. The seating choices are bar, high top or low to tables. The large patio is also and option. The staff was great. Enrique and Donna took great care of our group.

Stopped by on a casual night out with friends, and it turned into a great evening. The vibe was easygoing but stylish -- indoors had a cool, intimate feel, while the patio felt like the kind of place you could hang for hours. The Mango Sticky Rice cocktail really stood out -- smooth, tropical, and laced with pandan that gave it an edge I didn't see coming. The crab dip hit all the marks: warm, creamy, and addictive. And the Brussels sprouts? Funky in the best way -- perfectly cooked with bold seasoning that made them hard to ignore. I'll definitely be back. Nadine's feels like one of those places you return to often -- because it gets everything just right.

My friends week, and I have to say that the cocktail was delicious. But it's so much more: the friendliest owner, a huge patio that welcomes dogs, and the food is bananas. I can't wait until the adjacent restaurant opens! I feel lucky we stumbled across this place!

Friendly service melds with great gulf coast cuisine in a relaxed but classy environment. The oysters were briney, the tallow fries crisp and reminiscent of what fries used to taste like. The poboy was solid.. a rarity in Htown. Do yourself a favor and drop in.

Cute bar with food. Enter through the orange doors at the front. Free parking on the side

Went for the Houston Restaurant Weeks. They literally had 2 options from the menu even though they advertise an array of different dishes. Good was subpar. Service was a bit slow and kept hurrying us to order when we had just arrived. Also no hostess to sit you and getting a table seemed a bit confusing. The only good thing was the drinks but they do not make the beer so I guess not even that. All in all not a good experience. Definitely will not return again.

Absolutely my favorite bar/restaurant! I have almost literally brought all of my friends to introduce them to it (and they've all been back!) The atmosphere is spot-on relaxed casual chic with a very eclectic feel, great neighborhood vibe, fantastic waitstaff (love Donna,) gorgeous, intentional cocktails (thanks, Justin,) and elevated food at a great price. The owners are visible and inviting and they do a great job of keeping things fresh and fun. Be patient as everyone in Houston is figuring out that this gem exists . If there is a wait, wait! It's so worth it! Highly recommend :)

Some friends and I wanted to check this spot out for Houston restaurant week. I made a reservation for a Friday night about 2 days in advance at 7:30 for 4 people. We walk in at 7:25, stood in front of the entrance and had 2-3 employees walk past us multiple times and no one acknowledged us. I had to go up to a server and let them know we had a reservation. The server then proceeded to give me a blank stare and said "ok...." when I told her we had a reservation. A man then came up to us and asked us for how many to seat. I told him we had a reservation I made through Google for 4 at 7:30, he said he was going to take care of it for us. We then proceed to stand at the entrance for another 10ish minutes with again, multiple people walking past us with no one saying a word. It's 7:40 at this point, I approach the man who said he was going to get a table for us, and kindly asked if we were going to be seated soon, he said he's got a table being wiped down for us right now. We finally sit down at our table around 7:45. We are already not feeling the best customer service at this spot, so we start calling around for other places to see if they would seat us. We decided to wait another 10 minutes at our table, and our server hadn't come to our table at all. We ended up leaving around 8 and went to another restaurant because we had already wasted 30 minutes. We were really excited about this place, and I understand wait times if the restaurant is busy. However, with a reservation, plus the non-responses from the employees and no one at least communicating while we were waiting for a table is what made us leave.

The drinks, food, and service were fantastic! I also love how they decorated the place. We will be revisiting this place asap!

Find new farm to table restaurant. Ambience was great, service with Moe was wonderful. Food was really good. Had the smash burger, the goat cheese, Fish, poor boy and the sesame guacamole. All good. Would definitely go back.