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Mockingbird Bistro
- Restaurants
- Houston, TX
About this business
Mockingbird Bistro Wine Bar combines Sheely's Texas roots with a style of cooking that he knows well, that of the Riviera, specifically the French Riviera. At Mockingbird, the feel of the menu is "country-French-meets-American-market." Sheely updates the menu seasonally to take advantage of the ingredients available at-market, as well as to give him the freedom to exercise his creativity.
Location details
1985 Welch St, Houston, TX, 77019, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. | |
| Sun | 4:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. |
Expectations Not met – I made a reservation for me and three others; two of us were having a birthday. They tried to seat us with "the prom crowd" at the back of the restaurant when there were plenty of tables at the front (a much nicer spot). The food was cold, the service was not good and they never acknowledged the birthdays even though I had spoken to them by phone twice prior to our arrival. Very disappointed.... Won't do again when Houston has so many other more attentive places to go to for that much money.
This place is a treat!! – I've lived in Houston 40 plus years and did not know this restaurant existed. It was a very charming experiernce. Great wait staff, resonably priced wine selection, awesome food. It's highly recommended for a special dinner with adults.
Worst dining experience ever! Avoid at all cost! – I'm never going to Mockingbird Bistro again. I picked this place for dinner on New Year's Eve because I've been there once before and I thought the food was good and it had a nice romantic cosy atmosphere. We booked an early dinner, 5:45 pm, to avoid the crowds. When we got there the place was practically empty, but when the hostess tried to seat us at a tiny table near the kitchen and I asked for a nicer table, she gave us nasty look and said that all the other tables were ... read more
Excellent Food, Wine, Atmosphere and Service – I would like to echo the same sentiments as most of the patrons and reviewers of the wonderfull eating establishment. I've been wanting to, for sometime, try this resturant out and finally got the chance this past weekend. When arriving parking was not an issue nor was getting a table, though we did not arrive till around 9 pm. Once we were seated and settled in I enjoyed looking over the area and decor. It was nice looking out the windows because it gave you a little sense you ... read more
Fantastic Food, Great PRICEY Wine List – You can't beat the food at MB, it's fantastic. However, unless you're one who just rolled in from River Oaks, the wines are a bit pricey for the upper middle class. It's really a shame they don't offer some of the nicer wines retailed at $18 to $35 a bottle, cause even after they put their 2-2.5 times mark-up, we'd still be paying $50-$80 a bottle. $46 for a $16 bottle of Groth Sav Blanc is pushing it a bit; and the $50 for the $20 bottle of Becker Cab Sav is way out there. Too bad th... read more
Business response:
Thank you very much for your comments and patronage. With over 80 wines on our list, representing 25% of the selections available, priced under $50, we do not believe that our wine list is overpriced. Also, without the purchasing power of Houston's larger retail outlets, we are forced to pay more for wine than they are and in addition we also pay a 14% tax to the state on all wine sales. I am always happy to help my dining guests find great wine within their budget, no matter how small. Eric Hastings Wine Director Mockingbir... read more
Neighborhood Spot – Great little restaurant in the quaint Montrose neighborhood. Upscale but comfortable decor and food with pretensions to haute cuisine that hits the mark. The chef, John Scheely is personable and very creative. Not much bar action but a great place to take a date. I highly reccommend.
Great place For a truly impressive dining experience, this Bistro is the place to go. From the lavishly decorated interior to the artfully prepared dishes, this Bistro has its bases covered. As far as Houston restaurants go, many things are sort of the same. This place will make you forget you're even in Houston!
Not what I expected.... It was even better!! – My Husband and I decided to go treat ourselves before we went to have our taxes done... Boy, did we feel great after eating such a wonderful lunch! The Beef Carpaccio made me think "This is the reason for cows!" The prime steak was another devine beef plate... cooked to perfection and served with some of the world's best pommes frites (or as we call them... french fries). The prices are steep, but what you would expect from a classically trained Chef who operates a beautiful top... read more
simply SUPERB! – My wife and I recently had lunch together. I could not have asked for anything more. Considering the menu's offerings, it was fairly priced. A bit on the expensive side, but you get what you pay for. The service was prompt and attentive, while far from intrusive. My wife enjoyed her meal immensely, and the mussels were to die for! Not an everyday hangout, but well worth a trip. Kudos to the Chef!
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How is Mockingbird Bistro rated?
Mockingbird Bistro has a 4.4 star rating with 126 reviews.
When is Mockingbird Bistro open?
Mockingbird Bistro is open now. It will close at 10:00 p.m.
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