The Annie Cafe - Houston

If you are European or not American, I would not recommend. This place was recommended to me by few acquaintances I had, but I should have taken it with a grain of salt given they are American. I am from Mexico and also vegan, which narrowed it down to only 2 options on the menu as they were the only plant-based options besides salads. The cocktails were exquisite but the bartender did not fully blend the mix well and needed to do a better job at wiping off the excess on the glass. I ordered the pasta, and it was served with a dollop of sour cream— WHAT IN THE AMERICAN. This is not pasta, I decided to overlook given the service was excellent but I would not come here. No spice or actual taste in the food itself. For the prices and high competition The Annie holds in the market, they need to step it up and offer better options for those visiting from out of town. I stopped during Christmas break while I was visiting family since they live in the neighborhood and visit Houston quite often. But, I was so appalled by the lack of taste in the food, this is not a restaurant I would return to nor recommend for dining in. Great cocktails for girls’ night out… but, that is it. As a restauranteur and VIP access to local cuisines in Houston, Austin, and Boulder— this is not a top recommendation of mine. I ordered “Almost Famous” was tingly on my tip, it was perfect blend of mezcal, chartreuse and aperol which is hard to find. The white wine pairing (while it would not typically be my choice) I accompanied with the Mushroom Rigatoni was the Chardonnay. It tasted very dry and as if it had been sitting out. I’m glad I did not order dessert nor an appetizer, I just don’t think anything is fresh and for these prices— let me just go to Tiny’s instead.

The food was good . Definitely get 1 of the egg Benedicts

The atmosphere is so relaxing and nice for dinner with family. Staffs are sweet

First time, coming here. The food was okay. We don’t mind spending money on food because we enjoy eating out, but this was just so generic.My husband had the burger and the bottom bun was so soggy.. he has never had a burger with bread that is falling apart because it’s soggy. I had the Scottish salmon and it was nicely cooked along with the purée, but not rave worthy. My daughter had Rigatoni and it was basic.. not flavorful. The place is okay. The service is awful and I have to think that is a reflection of management. Maybe top management is not treating their employees well or overworking them and it shows. Often we would wait for a ver long period of time to get our orders, to get water, new drink orders, and the restaurant was not even full. I would not recommend this place. Just last weekend we spent the same amount of money at a better restaurant in Rice Village with flavorful food and outstanding service. Save your time and go somewhere else with elevated food and wait staff that is happy to help.

The setting was great. High energy atmosphere even at night. Very classy. Everything is good.