Jonathan's The Rub

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Jonathan's The Rub

American restaurant · Briar Forest

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12505 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77024

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Luxe steaks, global fare, cocktails & fine wines.  

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Best Restaurants in Houston’s Memorial Area | Eater Houston

"This family-owned restaurant nestled among the retail and shopping at Memorial Green offers guests a full-service experience with comfort dishes, including a section affectionately named “New Houston” cuisine. Try the blackened shrimp, scallops and grits, or the smoked bone-in pork chop with bacon-onion gravy. Sunday brunch offerings include the usual suspects, from vegetable-laden omelets to steak and eggs, but for something truly unusual, spring for the churro-style waffles." - Marcy de Luna

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Anticipated Bar Bludorn Opens in Memorial in Houston - Eater Houston

"Bludorn and the team took great strides in protecting the neighborhood, come-as-you-are essence of the 5,000 square-foot space formerly occupied by beloved neighborhood restaurant, Jonathan’s the Rub." - Kayla Stewart

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The 11 Best Ceviche Dishes in Houston | Eater Houston

"Bountiful, chilled ceviche is vibrant and bright at Jonathan’s the Rub. Choose from proteins like whitefish, shrimp, salmon and tuna, then jazz up the base with poblano, red jalapeno, ginger and mango. Want a loaded bowl with all four proteins? It’s worth the extra $12." - Megha McSwain

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Find Chilled Seafood Dishes Perfect For Summer at These 13 Houston Restaurants | Eater Houston

"Bountiful, chilled ceviche is vibrant and bright at Jonathan’s the Rub where the option to include two proteins begins with white fish, shrimp, salmon or tuna, and is jazzed up with poblano, red jalapeno, ginger and mango. Want a loaded bowl with all four proteins? It’s worth the extra $12. Call 713-808-9291 to order curbside pick-up." - Megha McSwain

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Swanky Second Outpost of Jonathan’s the Rub Hits Memorial Next Month - Eater Houston

"The second location of Jonathan's the Rub is set to hit Memorial on October 4. When the swanky new eatery debuts, it will seat upwards of 230 diners in a chic space, complete with marble-topped bar and private dining room. Diners can look forward to a menu of upscale dishes from chef Eric Laird, including roasted rainbow trout doused in caper butter, ceviche, and chicken mole poblano, and a full cocktail menu." - Amy McCarthy

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Phil

Google
Valet parking for nominal fee. Very popular restaurant as food is awesome. Service is excellent and fast. The food is delicious and will not disappoint the most discerning palate. Come early to ensure parking and seating.

jeanine mchenry

Google
Best steak I've had, perfect medium rare and it literally melt in my mouth. Also the smoked bacon mac n cheese, it's cheesey, creamy and the perfect hint of smoke.

James Harris

Google
Jonathan’s The Rub is fantastic! The restaurant is upscale, but has a somewhat casual vibe. Our waiter Jeremias, was exceptional. A new waitress, Nidia, shadowed and was exceptional as well. Nothing about her demeanor, attentiveness, or overall service gave even a slight hint of “new employee.” The food was exceptional! The blackened redfish New Orleans (with creole mustard butter sauce, jumbo lump crab, and grits), as well as the pan-seared salmon (with mango citrus glaze, dried cherries, and rice) were perfect. I’m not a fan of many sweet foods or mango, but OMG the salmon glaze with slices of mango is otherworldly (I can’t believe I’m writing this). I’ll be back within a week or so.

Susana Lopez

Google
Fabulous! I had an event there and everything was just great and went smoothly. Teangelo and Lili were both very cooperative and accommodating to our requests. Teangelo’s ideas for some of the food, drinks presentation and decoration were great. We had the event in the patio area, they had a tent beautifully decorated. The event staff were very efficient, accommodating and friendly. Food was amazing. I received only but good comments from my guest. We are needed up very satisfied and happy with this event!.

Shannon Smith

Google
This was our FIRST visit to this restaurant and all I can say is THIS PLACE is TRULY a HIDDEN DIAMOND!!! EVERYTHING and EVERYONE from the hostesses greeting & seating us, the appetizers, the drinks, the food, the atmosphere, our waiter Rolando, and T’Angelo (the Event Planner) checking on us was TRULY AMAZING!!! We ordered the Salmon, which was very flavorful! We also ordered the Roasted Chicken which was moist and DEEE-licious!!! Every time we ordered, our food, came within a reasonable time!!! We DEFINITELY plan on dining HERE again!!! Thank you JTR for THIS AMAZING Dining EXPERIENCE!! Don’t hesitate to give this spot a try! You won’t be disappointed!

Michael G M

Google
Aug 2024 - an upscale cozy place in the Memorial area serving fantastic food for all palettes of even the pickiest esters. The food is high quality and prepared with presentation in mind. It tasted fantastic. The menu has a wide variety of selections with a Saturday & Sunday brunch options. Mimosas were the drink of the day served in a unique way with added juice DIY fashion. Our waiter was great. His service was spot on all throughout the meal. The atmosphere of this place is cozy and quaint. I really liked the cookbooks all over the restaurant. There's a large outdoor area for your outdoor enjoyment. So, for a great meal with great service when out in the Memorial area, stop by Jonathan's The Rub.

Thaddeus “Coldtruth” E

Google
Went there for a birthday party in the afternoon. It went on for way too long with likely too many tables, but the staff were friendly and attentive. Could have been a bit more but I understand. Nevertheless good food, good atmosphere. Don’t worry our waiter got a big smile when she got their tip, had to come back and thank. We know how it can be.

Michael Dorantes

Google
Great meal at Jonathan’s Rub on Memorial and fantastic service by Kylah . Food 8.6/10 Service 10/10 Ambiance 10/10 Positives : Overall food was great , good timing on appetizers and entrees from the kitchen. Staff worked together as a team. Kylah our waitress was spot on. Lunch was reasonable priced for restaurants in the area Improvements : serve bread with the shrimp creole to soak up all the juices.
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Elsa C.

Yelp
Did a walk in to Jonathan's The Rub at Memorial on a Saturday around 1pm. Let me just say if you have never been you should go. 1st there is free parking in the front and in the back of this location. 2nd when we walked in we were greeted by a nice smiling hostess. The place has nice tables with comfortable looking chairs. We decided to sit in the bar area, where the kind bartender was our waiter. We were greeted with water and told about the regular menu and the brunch menu. Husband and I started with the fried shrimp and calamari dish which comes with 2 delicious sauces. This dish looked good and was full of flavor. We then split the entree of waffle, fried chicken and sweet corn grits. I have to be honest what we got was not what I expected it was SO much better!! There was a layer of the sweet corn grits on the bottom then the waffle then more grits then the fried chicken breast with the warm syrup on the side. Everything was beautiful and delicious. The service was wonderful and the prices were fair. I will return.
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Donna B.

Yelp
After hearing rave reviews from many friends and co-workers, my husband and I were eager to dine with our best friends at Jonathan's The Rub at Memorial Green. The menu looked interesting, but as always, I was nervous to try a new place given my husband's serious (life-threatening) food allergies. Before agreeing to meet our friends, I called the restaurant and spoke with the hostess about the menu items. Having read the menu online, I knew that a great many of the entree meat items on the menu were either pre-marinated or heavily seasoned with Jonanthan's signature "rub." After spending about 20-25 minutes on the telephone with the hostess, I was assured that anything my husband ordered would be made to order without the allergens. We arrived at the restaurant and met our friends, filled with enthusiasm and hope. We ordered yummy cocktails and enthused over the decor and the friendliness of the staff. We took this as a good omen of the evening to come. Sadly, the cocktails were the highlight of the evening. It went downhill from there. When our charming waiter took our orders, my husband was informed that the only meat entree he would be able to eat was one of their steaks; he ordered a ribeye. He assured us that he would not receive a steak that had been marinated nor seasoned with their signature rub. They promised it would be prepared with salt and pepper only. We ordered several appetizers for the table and the only one that was safe for my husband to eat was a tuna tartare. He and I shared it and found it to be nearly inedible; it tasted as though it were not fresh. I sampled the other appetizers. They were heavily seasoned with the rub, so much so that I was unable to taste anything else. When my husband's steak arrived, the look of disappointment and dismay on his face caused me to nearly cry. He ordered the ribeye which was tough, gristly, and overcooked. To be perfectly honest, he would have gotten a better steak at Golden Corral. Accompanying the steak was a side of garlic mashed potatoes. Suffice it to say they were equally dismal. The garlic was not infused with the warm cream used to mash them. Instead, there were big, nearly raw chunks of garlic. His entire meal was a disaster. I ordered the halibut special of the evening. It sounded delicious on menu, but was merely so so -- not horrible but not great, edible but not worth the money. The sides -- roasted cauliflower and roasted brussels sprouts -- were charred a little too much and overly seasoned with the rub. My husband thought he would try the fudge cake for dessert and he said it good. I had an extremely weak, almost watered down cappuccino with a stale biscotti. The total bill for four people was $440. Our portion of the bill was $220 plus a $44 tip. We've spent much more on dinner for special occasions. We don't mind paying a big price if the food is exceptionally good. Jonathan's The Rub was not worth the price. Perhaps they were having an off night. But, I believe it's telling when the only remarkable thing on the menu is a pre-dinner cocktail. But, what angered me the most is the fact that their meats are all marinated and rubbed, and that's the way they come, like it or not. My husband's steak was made to order, but it was terrible, as though they were punishing him. A good restaurant should be able to prepare a customer's food to order and especially accommodate allergies. I really hope they step up and do better. I don't see us ever returning.
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Jason Z.

Yelp
Located on Memorial drive next to the OG Dish Society and not far from the OG Izakaya Wa. It's a nice semi upscale dining space with plenty of self parking in the parking lot in front. We swung by for lunch on a weekday. Their lunch menu had reasonable prices for a steakhouse; we ordered some apps before our mains. Southwest crab cakes -4/5, lots of crab and a nice flavor without being over seasoned Sweet chili shrimp- 4/5, sleeper hit, decent flavor and very crispy breading Caesar salad side- 1/5, this is a pretty lazy version of a Caesar salad for a nicer restaurant. The dressing was closer to a store bought Caesar dressing than a homemade/ made in store version. The cheese on there was also a bit cheap tasting; I prefer the Caesar at a few other steakhouses over this one. The croutons are nice and crispy though Ribeye 16 oz with brussel sprouts- 3/5, ordered medium rare and got a medium rare, which is great. Would have liked the fat to have rendered out a bit more on my steak. I was not a fan of their seasoning/ rub mix on the steak; salt, pepper, and butter would've been a simpler and tastier version. The brussel sprouts were cooked well but I wasn't a fan of the addition Parmesan cheese on there (it tasted like the same Parmesan that was on the Caesar salad). Overall, it was a solid meal and the restaurant had a decent appetizer menu for a change. I was not a fan of the steak seasoning but it was cooked well at a reasonable price so that's that. Think this is another one where your experience will vary depending on what you order; there may be more hidden gems or pit holes but what we ordered was slightly hit and miss.
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Sarah B.

Yelp
Came here with 3 others for dinner. Overall service and food was of good quality. Started with a beer which was nice and cold, and in a frosted glass. Would have liked a more varied IPA selection but that's pretty much true for any place I've visited in Houston, so won't hold it against them. The wine bottle list is extensive but wish they had more options for glasses. Forget which glass of red I got but it was fine. The ceviche and watermelon-feta salad were fresh and tasty. The ceviche could've used a bit more seasoning or 'oomph', though the flavors were fresh and clean. The watermelon feta salad with balsamic vinaigrette was also fresh and tasty, though could've used more feta, or at least bigger pieces - the small crumbles were hard to taste alongside the other flavors. The brussels sprouts with bacon, and blue cheese and mushroom & onion sauces were highlights for me, they were extremely tasty and well seasoned. We devoured both in their entirety! Tried one of my dining companion's mac and cheese, which was ok - a little dry. Ordered the filet medium rare and it came out quite rare, which was ok for us, but not what we ordered. The service was excellent, and prompt. Overall was a solid meal, though would not come back given steak is their speciality and they incorrectly cooked our steak.
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Thais G.

Yelp
Went to Jonathan's for lunch with a friend today and the place is so beautiful. The food was delicious. I mentioned my allergies and the waiter went to ask about what dishes were safe for me. I had the Caesar Salad and the Rainbow Trout. So delicious! Too bad I didn't take any pictures of the food. Go check it out!
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Rm C.

Yelp
Great HH, food & drink selections, Bar gets a bit crowded, but HH menu available at tables.
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Katerina B.

Yelp
We went on a Friday night. Staff was attentive, food was very good (crab cakes, Greek salad, red fish, bacon wrapped scallops, loaded baked potato), and wine was on point. The Nutella dessert was exceptional and so was the decor. It was a lovely evening. I suggest reservations.
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Xahylin X.

Yelp
Came for a Valentine's Day dinner. The food was amazing the service was great. Love it definitely a good experience!
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Nicki M.

Yelp
This is the perfect place to dress up a bit and get treated special. The service is spectacular from the moment you walk in, to the bar, to the table! The ambiance is classy and nice, yet emits a relaxed feeling. I can't say enough about the food, it's so fresh and flavorful. It's truly created for you to experience.
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Nicole J.

Yelp
Food is amazingly delicious and the service is always great! Ambience very nice whether it's for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. I love it!
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Jasmine LaZurs J.

Yelp
The food and drinks were delicious!! It was a bit busy during lunch but good staff and drinks were great!! No to loud and nice atmosphere.
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JaQuille C.

Yelp
Stopped by on a weekday. The restaurant wasn't busy and we were promptly seated. Our waiter was very kind and made sure you give us some recommendations (and even some jokes). Overall the staff was kind, bathrooms were nice and clean and the food was good. I really liked that they had a mocktail menu. We had a few different items, below are some that stood out. Bruschetta - 4/5 good but wish the bread was crispy. More like cheese bread with tomatoes. Steamed Dumplings - 4/5 Calamari - 3/5 - good but there were only 3 shrimp House salad - 4/5 Cesar salad - 4/5 croutons were bigger than I'm used to. they had a unique sweetness to them. Berry mystic mocktail - 5/5 fruity and bright Grapefruit sangria mocktail - 5/5 nice and tart Cosmo naut - 5/5 Garlic mashed potatoes - 3/5 they were just okay Blue cheese sauce - 2/5 I was really excited about this, but it just wasn't what I expected. Too salty, felt like something was missing. Brussel sprouts - 2/5 Scallops - 4/5 tender with lots of fresh veggies Chicken and waffle - 5/5 Mac and cheese - 5/5 very cheesy Steaks - over cooked but had good seasoning
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Jan M.

Yelp
I went to celebrate my friend's birthday. It was my first time visiting. The ambiance is amazing, very cozy and romantic. Btw, it was the weekend before valentines and the decorations were beautiful. However I only had the ceviche , I know everything on the menu is also good. Staff were very friendly. I will come back with my family
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Ron R.

Yelp
The atmosphere in and out is very nice. The service is solid. We dined outside and it was a nice space. We ordered the dumplings fried 5/5, brussel sprouts 5/5, chicken Picatta 4/5. Ordered special red fish pontchartrain 3/5 every thing was good, but the pontchartrain sauce. It was odd. It was like a carrot purée and not great. Ample wine, beer, and cocktail choices.
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Hayley F.

Yelp
I was greeted warmly by the staff when I entered the restaurant, and brought to my seat promptly. The restaurant is beautiful. I could see the kitchen from my seat, watched the cooks do what they do best. My server was friendly and attentive, always checking in to make sure everything is good. My party had the NY Strip, Broiled Chilean Sea Bass, Roast 1/2 Chicken, and Smoked Bone-in Pork Chop as entrées. We ended our meals with Coconut Cream Pie, Chocolate Blackout Cake, and Carrot Cake for desserts. The entrées were all cooked perfectly, and seasoned well. The garlic mash was yummy. I had the sea bass which was moist and flaky. The panko crumbs at the top created the contrast in texture, which I appreciate. The sauce served together with the fish was sweet. It paired well with the sea bass. Scrumptious! Our desserts were delicious too. They were not overly sweet. I prefer the carrot cake because the cream cheese frosting was good. Making a reservation is highly recommended especially for big groups. The restaurant gets crowded fast.
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Fit G.

Yelp
Excellent food, lots of options. Lunch menu is great and the portions are much larger than you'd expect. Service was good. The decor is very nice and it looks really nice inside. Very comfortable for what I would consider a higher end choice. Highly recommend to anyone.
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Lauri B.

Yelp
The highlights: phenomenal service, beautiful decor and delicious food. I attended a birthday dinner for a dear friend of mine. We shared a couple appetizers, lobster tacos and crab cakes, then enjoyed some wine and wonderful conversation with the other friends. We had a group of 7. Everyone's food looked delicious! Our waiter was terrific; very attentive and friendly. My wine glass was never empty. I would classify this place as upscaled, yet casual and comfortable. I do not like stuffy restaurants, but I do like a classy cozy environments to dine and relax. This place hits all the right points. They have a nice bar at the front perfect for happy hour after work. The restrooms were exceptionally clean. I will definitely be back for another enjoyable evening.
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Crystal C.

Yelp
I made a reservations on OpenTable for this particular location because the last time I went to Jonathan's the Rub, it was on the I-10 Katy freeway location for brunch over a year ago... So I thought why not give this location a try for dinner? Spread the love ~ after all, this one is a little closer for me. I met a couple girlfriends for a catch up dinner....we walked in and were greeted with a smile. It was very pleasant and although we heard people talking, it was kinda quiet. It's an open kitchen concept, so the chefs were visible... delicious dishes placed on top of countertop awaiting delivery. I saw generous portions and immediately started thinking about the menu. "Hmmm What to get" The hostess walked at our pace, which was very respectful... One of my friends uses a cane and oftentimes we are left in the dust... Not this time! Thanks young lady We ordered Meatballs to share, tasted a couple of wines and decided on our entrees. NO REGERTS!!! I ORDERED THE CHILEAN SEA BASS ~ ONE OF MY FRIENDS GOT THE CHICKEN PICCATA AND THE OTHER GOT CHICKEN PARMESAN!!!! SO MANY WOW MOMENTS... all we're delicious. To Go boxes were had, except for the fish. Gobbled that up... Left no crumbs. Tiramisu, chocolate mouse and creme brulee... We tasted each other's and took the rest to go. Don't sleep on this place... They're open on holidays (I'm going back for my own chicken picatta )
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Martha K.

Yelp
Today my friends and I are lunch / brunch at the memorial green location. Every single one of our selections were inedible ! Front the frittata , omelet , salmon Benedict ,"grilled " Chicken on salad to eggs Benedict , all very greasy and cold. We send back several items more than once before we all gave up and left. I will not return even though I've been there half a dozen times. The cook needs to be checked on. Hard to really believe. A shame.

Marla C.

Yelp
Good service, nice Ambiance and Great food. Delicious peach cobbler! Love this place!!
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William L.

Yelp
I was looking forward to trying this place, came for brunch on a busy Sunday. Ambience is very nice, I liked the upscale look and friendly hostess/hosts greeting the guests as they walk in. The food experience however was not great, I ordered the steak/eggs and only had 1 request for no dairy and asked if I could have the eggs not cooked with butter if scrambled or I can do sunnyside up. The server assured me they won't use butter but it came out very buttered/creamy..almost french styled.. and I had to throw it away (I hate to waste food). My guest had the omelette and was not impressed either with the quality. The server was definitely rushing from table to table, never checked back in with us until late or brought out the syrup for the waffle until I had to ask another server. It was somewhat busy so I can understand Would love to support local family owned places and be open to trying out their dinner menu.
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Dave T.

Yelp
Heard about this great family-owned restaurant from a lot of our friends so when we finally got the chance to visit this Sunday morning, we were thrilled to experience all that is special about this restaurant! The location has plenty of love the moment we walked in from the warm greeting from the hostess, the wonderful decor and the waitress named Rey, who had a lovely personality and was first-class with your service. We started off with drinks and an amazing appetizer (bruschetta caprese) and our two entrees (shrimp & grits / breakfast club) were absolutely delicious. Our meal was concluded with a visit from a manager named Brandon who made us feel that our business was valued and even spent a few extra minutes talking motorbikes with us when he noticed my tee shirt with a Triumph logo on it. Here's another thing we noticed and wanted to share, even their cleaning crew and the staff dressed in black were top notch and showed the respect & kindness (in between cleaning the tables) that was a big deal to my wife & I because it reflects on the way the restaurant family treats their team so they go the extra mile to show the patrons the first-class service that we all should expect and receive. Keep up the great work, Jonathan's The Rub, you have earned two new loyal customers. Check them out and tell 'em David & Amy sent you.
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Lorne C.

Yelp
food excellent , service very special thanks to the charming Princess chili shrimp best starter in a long time
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Jennifer L.

Yelp
This place is one of my most favorite places. The ambience and food just hits you just right. If you get the lunch special, it only do you get an appetizer but a delicious meal. I've tried a lot of their dishes however their salmon, burgers and Mac and cheese are soo delicious. Guess I was too busy to take a picture. I will next time. Happy eating
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Quynh T.

Yelp
This review is for Happy Hour !! Yes! I like a good happy hour with a variety of drinks & bar bites & this place is a winner winner ! HH is at the bar , bar high tops , couch by the patio door and the patio of course. I sat at the bar, it was a Thursday and quite busy! Phillip the bartender was the main bartender slamming drinks left and right. He was friendly , courteous , & helped me pick out my drink. He recommended the Cosmo-naut (Vodka, bubbles, lemon, apricot preserve ) & it was quite refreshing!! I may have gotten a few bar bites too! Didn't have too much of the "memorial vibe" (hahaha). Some were casual , some were in work attire. Definitely will be back! Bar bites $6 & HH drinks $6
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Everett H.

Yelp
Food was amazing! Wife and I went here for a date night and had dinner and they did not disappoint. Steak was awesome and perfectly cooked (medium rare) and we both added bernaise sauce to it which was fantastic. We do plan on going back some time.
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Marleny S.

Yelp
Great burger and service was beyond amazing Came in on a busy weekday lunch and food STILL came out pretty fast!
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Edwin L.

Yelp
I normally go to the Campbell place location but went to the Memorial location bc they serve lunch on Saturday as opposed to Campbell place which opens at 3pm. I went here to celebrate and treat a friend for his birthday and ordered a Greek salad ($12) with salmon (+$10). This is my normal go-to (other than their burgers) so I've ordered this dish over 15+ times. I was shocked when I got my order bc the salmon is literally 1/3 the size of the portion I'm used to seeing at the Campbell location. I would've made a comment to the waiter but bc i was there treating a friend for his birthday, I didn't want to make a big deal and decided not to. Needless to say, I felt ripped off and will not be going back to the Memorial location again. Also, I have nothing but good things to say about the host and waitstaff as they were very friendly... my only complaint is the food (or lack thereof)
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Bradley M.

Yelp
I have been here during lunch with my work team so I took my wife for dinner. I was disappointed when I found out the chicken fried steak with a bacon gravy was not served at dinner. The things we ordered were not memorable, and not very good. It was even more pricy than I remember. This will be the last time I go to Jonathan's. Service was good, and place was clean, but that is not enough to get me back.

Gaby H.

Yelp
I went here on a Saturday with my family to celebrate a birthday. The restaurant was nice and clean inside the bathrooms are clean. I ordered the chicken fried chicken with mashed potatoes and it was great. My husband had the chicken and waffle waffles with a churro waffle and that was the best waffle I ever tasted. They did have select kid menu items such as cheeseburgers, spaghetti with meatballs, chicken tenders and a few other things for $10 the portion size was good. The waiter was nice and attentive and even personable. I would definitely return for another event.
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Ellysia R.

Yelp
Roman and Denzel were amazing!!! They MADE the experience! Roman is hilarious and Denzel is so charming. Get the redfish and the watermelon salad. So good. The ambiance was great, too. 5 stars!
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Jennifer B.

Yelp
Love this restaurant! Their steamed dumplings are delicious with light, flavorful broth & sprinkle of sesame seeds. My usual go to is their grilled salmon with fruity glaze & tart cherries. An off menu item is their crispy chicken strips , served with fries. They must bread their own strips right before frying because they are light & flavorful. Their fries will be some of the best you've ever had. Prefer the ambiance at the Memorial Green location over the more casual Campbell location, but food at both is great.
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Jessica B.

Yelp
Went here for a friend's going away dinner. I was immediately greeted upon arrival & shown to our table & greeted right away by the waiter who was friendly & knowledgeable. Despite it being a busy Saturday night the service & food were both great. Since this was our first stop of the night I skipped on appetizers & had the scallops as my entree which were delicious & cooked perfectly. I can't wait to return to try more items on the menu.
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Shauna B.

Yelp
One of my favorite places in Houston. The sweet/spicy shrimp are yummy, enjoy getting the trout. Can't go wrong with crab cakes and Mac n cheese either. Their desserts are always yummy too!
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Ashley H.

Yelp
Great food and service, it was the perfect weekend brunch spot for a get together. The crab cake Benedict, seafood omelette, and Chicken and waffles all tasted delicious.
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Patty C.

Yelp
A meal at Johnathan's is never a disappointment. It's one of my favorite Memorial dinner spots. A beautiful elegant interior and incredible food secures this spot as a prime date night or special occasion destination. Many regulars frequent this location. On the weekdays, you'll experience an older crowd of nearby residents. I understand why. The parking situation is much better to deal with than CityCentre. The menu boasts an array of options. Featured are the selection of steaks and ocean seafood, alongside some southern inspired favorites and Italian American dishes. I have always ordered the seafood here and have never been disappointed. Their seabass is delicious and my personal favorite. The halibut is amazing as well. Be sure to check out the daily specials for some delicious creations. Everything is cooked beautifully, and the flavors are spot on. Of course I always have to finish the meal with a creme brûlée. Theirs is spectacular with a nice citrus essence that gives this simple dessert a bit of intrigue. Make sure to check out the dessert menu. Besides an array of delicious sweets, it includes dessert cocktails and espresso! Sure I will be back for a stellar dinner.

R P.

Yelp
Always really good service and love their brunch. Definitely a go to for us especially on a lazy Sunday.
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Marni W.

Yelp
Omg!!! First of all services always excellent!David it's such a wonderful server, and he is so entertaining and makes you feel so welcome but sincere. And the manager Teangelo was very friendly and so nice it;) we have also had Rolando who is awesome, very professional, and makes a wonderful dining experience. The food is more than amazing chicken and waffles hands down as my fave and my husband absolutely love the steak and he also loves the shrimp and grits. Happy hour is the bomb!also the other manager Johnathan was so friendly

Evelyn P.

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The food was amazing. The service was excellent. Very nice area. It was pricey. I will definitely come back.
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Cathy C.

Yelp
Came in for a casual dinner last week. Great service, food prices seem reasonable, good selection, etc. Our wonderful waiter, Lionel, made me his signature cocktail, which was fantastic!! I love a nice, neighborhood restaurant!!
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Alice H.

Yelp
First time at this new location but not the first time to enjoy Jonathon's menu. It has been a good 5+ years since I've been and I was very happy to find that the food is just as good as I remember. You know how some food is so good, you still remember and dream about it years later? That's how I feel about their lobster sliders. But... the server did a good job selling the sea bass so I ended up getting the sea bass instead and I do not regret it. I inhaled that plate. The sea bass was lightly crusted with panko on top and there was just enough sauce on the bottom to dip all the baby vegetables. Sea bass beautifully cooked! For dessert, we had the crème brûlée and the tiramisu. Crème brûlée had a great shell - not too thin not too thick. The tiramisu was just ok. Didn't have enough coffee flavor in my opinion. In summary... - sea bass 5/5 - crème brûlée 5/5 - tiramisu 2/5 I will be back for the lobster sliders!
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Antonio B.

Yelp
Great Food! Great Atmosphere! Good Vibes! Definitely will be revisiting this establishment and good eatery!
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Jazmin T.

Yelp
I came here a few weeks back for a work dinner, and it was absolutely amazing then. I saw that they had a brunch menu available for the weekends, and I knew right away I would have to come back! I came here with my sister for Sunday brunch and to celebrate her birthday. We made a reservation using open table, and of course, listed on there that we were celebrating her! They greeted us so kindly and wished her Happy Birthday immediately, which brought a huge smile to her face, and of course made me happy! We didn't have to wait long for a table and Maria took care of us this visit. She had a full section and was able to handle all of us so well. We of course ordered a mimosa and poinsettia for drinks, and then with all the amazing options for brunch they had, we just couldn't make up our minds. Maria helped us with picking and we went with the Gumbo for an appetizer and the Crab Cake Benedict for the main entree. The restaurant is currently helping in donating proceeds of the 2-course brunch option to the war in Ukraine, which how could we not support! Love that they are doing this. Lastly, as we wrapped up our brunch, Maria was so kind to bring out a snickers slice of cheesecake plated beautifully with Happy Birthday on the plate! Out of all the times that I go out to eat and take photos for my Yelp community, this is the one time, I missed all the pictures! Fantastic service from start to finish and we will definitely be back!
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Michaela B.

Yelp
Great food, great service, and great ambiance. I will most definitely be returning. The bartender made the best drinks and the seafood pasta was amazing!!!
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Brandi C.

Yelp
Our server Judd was fantastic and super attentive. The managers even came by to make sure our table worked as I had let them know I was mobility challenged and needed a certain kind of table! They stowed my walker while we were eating. Food was delicious and atmosphere was great! It's a really cute place and great location for meeting our family from different parts of Houston! Looking forward to returning soon!
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Karina R.

Yelp
Food was super filling and delicious! Staff was very helpful and knowledgeable of the menu. Went for a special occasion and will keep it in mind for future special occasions!
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Elona E.

Yelp
One of my co-workers suggested Jonathan's for a client dinner, and he was spot on. Our waitress was Kamerine (I hope I'm spelling it right, I know it was with a K!) and she was amazing! She made great suggestions for our out of town guests, made sure our drinks flowed and was just all around wonderful on customer service. And our food! We were a party of 8 so we had a good selection on the table. The wontons and calamari we started with were well flavored. From the pasta dishes, steak (my order!), and sea food, we were all blown away. And if you can only choose one side to add to your order, go with the macaroni and cheese - so creamy and flavorful!
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Kristi H.

Yelp
Its been a while since we have been out locally...but my oh my we found a good one and shame on those of you who didn't put this resturant on my radar. The atmosphere would make you think you are about to spend a million bucks on this food, but these prices were way cheaper than most brunch resturants. Parking is free. Might be best to make reservations. The music play list was good and you hear it best if sitting on the patio. The lemondrop and sidecar was sooo refreshing.. The food was AMAZING and plentiful! The service was pretty good but a little slow which is understandable during these times. Only 1 complaint complaint was on me. Went to the memorial location and shortly realized it was a Katy location right down the street from the house. :( Pictured Chili pepper shrimp- so good I ordered more for dinner Chicken fried steak- huge and flavourful Carnivore Omlet- whoo doggy good! That gravy and steak in there.... muah!!! Definitely returning!
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Anissa G.

Yelp
Ambiance is real nice and quant. Food is great. I've been here twice and have not been disappointed as of yet! The waitress was really nice and attentive. Great for a date night or a nice dinner with friends!
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Alan S.

Yelp
I was here for a business meeting and they were running a 3 course lunch for $25. I knew I didn't need this much food but the other person was doing it so I figured I might as well. Starting off with the spicy Thai shrimp appetizer that was delicious. Nice big shrimp, well breaded and good flavor. Then I had the smoky something burger with bacon, onions, peppers, since the person I was with said they have great burgers. It was a good burger and tasty fries, I had a side of Johnny sauce to dip my fries in rather than catch up just to make the meal a bit more interesting. I topped it off with the Tres Leches, which was fantastic. Overall the meal was great as was the service. I'm paying for it now for eating way too much food at lunch... I knew I should have had a salad... on well. Perhaps next time!