Cafe Rabelais

French restaurant

Cafe Rabelais is a charming French restaurant in Houston's Rice Village that strikes a balance between cozy and contemporary. Known for its inviting atmosphere, this spot serves delightful brunch and dinner options, from escargot and foie gras to authentic duck confit. Diners rave about the extensive wine selection, though some dishes, like the profiteroles, may miss the mark. With outdoor seating and a nice selection of teas and desserts, it’s a lovely choice for solo dining or a casual date night. Reservations are recommended for a seamless experience.

Best in Houston

Contact Info

  • Location: 2442 Times Blvd, Houston, TX 77005
  • Phone: (713) 520-8841
  • Price range: $$
Cafe Rabelais

Opening hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11 am-2 pm, 6-9 pm
  • Wednesday: 11 am-2 pm, 6-9 pm
  • Thursday: 11 am-2 pm, 6-10 pm
  • Friday: 11 am-2 pm, 6-10 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am-2 pm, 6-10 pm
  • Sunday: Closed

Services

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Coffee
  • Small plates
  • Spirits
  • Wine
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Bar on site
  • Toilets
  • Cosy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket
  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Reservations required
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Paid parking lot
Cafe Rabelais Food & drink
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Cafe Rabelais Foie gras
Cafe Rabelais Escargot
Cafe Rabelais French fries
Cafe Rabelais Charcuterie
Cafe Rabelais By owner

Menus and Prices

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Recent Reviews

Arlo West

October 12, 2024

I loved my visit to this charming French spot! The escargot and foie gras were highlights, bringing back fond memories of France. The stuffed quail was delightful, but the dessert fell flat - the profiteroles were a letdown. Still, a delightful atmosphere for brunch or dinner!


Ramona Nolan

September 18, 2024

Cafe Rabelais is a delightful spot in Rice Village, perfect for those craving authentic French flavors! 🇫🇷

We started with the Escargot and Foie Gras, both were tasty but the Escargot was a tad too salty for my liking. The stuffed quail was a highlight - perfectly prepared!

Dessert was a mixed bag; the profiteroles didn’t meet my expectations, resembling an ice cream sandwich instead.

Nonetheless, the cozy atmosphere and lovely wine selection make it worth a visit. I’d love to try their brunch next... 🥐✨


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