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Bungalow

Steak houseHouston, TX

4.5 out of 5 stars4.5(3,229 reviews)

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+1 713-393-7868
407 Main St, Houston, TX 77002, United States
$80–90 · Reported by 64 people

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About Bungalow

Bungalow serves as a steak house and cocktail bar on Main Street in Houston, where arriving guests receive a complimentary glass of champagne. The dinner menu runs to 107 items and is joined by a separate brunch menu. A seafood dip with shrimp, crabmeat, and crawfish appears as a recurring starter, alongside recurring sides of Brussels sprouts and mac and cheese. Guests celebrating a special occasion are offered a complimentary dessert, and a 20 percent gratuity is added automatically to the bill. The restaurant includes a private dining room and an upstairs level suited to larger groups, and reservations are recommended since a wait is common at busier times. Takeaway is available for those eating off site. An upstairs party room provides added space beyond the main dining floor, rounding out the layout for groups looking to gather together.

Good to know

  • Reservations
    Accepts reservations
  • Parking
    Free of charge street parking · Paid parking lot · Paid street parking
  • Accessibility
    Has wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Good for kids
    High chairs available · Family friendly

Menu & Prices

107 dishes · mains $3–257
  • Ice Cream$11.99
  • Lush Lemon Meringue$24.99
  • Chocolate Dome$26.99
  • Chipley Bread Pudding$26.99
  • Assorted Macarons$20.99
  • Smashed Roasted Potatoes$16.99
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Reviews

4.5/5
3,229 reviews

What reviewers say

Reviewers most often mention seafood dip, mac and cheese, brussels sprouts and automatic 20% gratuity.

5★
2,533
4★
249
3★
157
2★
110
1★
180

Customer Review Summary

The seafood dip draws the most repeat mentions, with reviewers calling it delicious and "sop-the-plate good," worth ordering as a starter across multiple visits. Close behind, steaks and seafood mains anchor the menu, from a well-liked ribeye and NY strip to the whole fried fish and fried lobster tails, alongside sides like Brussels sprouts, mac and cheese, and creamed corn that draw consistent praise. Many describe complimentary champagne or dessert on arrival or for celebrations, and servers are frequently singled out as attentive with strong drink recommendations, including standout cocktails and flavored mimosas. Complaints recur around pacing and inconsistency: several note service that starts strong then fades, long waits for checks or seating despite reservations, and an automatic 20% gratuity that frustrates diners when attentiveness drops. A few flag steak texture or temperature issues, tough cuts or food arriving cold, and pricing that feels steep for portion size. One reviewer describes a slippery floor incident and an unaddressed gnat during their meal, while another describes uneven, race-based treatment in how greetings and champagne were offered. Several reviewers mention being surprised with a complimentary dessert plate to close out the meal.

Featured reviews

  • Syed Abbas
    “A fantastic place in downtown serving delectable seafood, steak and other options. While the setting is modern, the vibe is inviting, laid back, and warm and is definitely part of the overall experience. The host and servers were also on point, greeting us and guiding us through the menu options. While there are several options to choose from, for me the star of the show was the whole fried fish. Crispy on the outside and succulent on the inside, the cheek meat and flaky body with accompanying sauces just made my night. The side dishes are also amazing. Overall a great place for a personal or a business meal including a great setting supported by warm and thoughtful staff.”
  • Selom Akaba
    “Had my birthday dinner at Bungalow. Food was good. I had the wagyu pasta. The meat ball was little dry and could do with some more seasoning. Overall great experience”
  • Shenila Mehdi
    “We celebrated my birthday at this restaurant and had a good experience. We did make a reservation and initially were provided a really small table for the 3 of us and then we had to request to be seated in the main restaurant area rather …”
  • Kristal
    “Came with a party of 7 for brunch today. I promise they only had 1 server for the entire restaurant. Service was so slow. The food was average but for the prices I expected a better quality of food. I paid $45 for steak and eggs and the …”
  • Beautiful
    “Bungalow really showed out 🔥 Had a cute little date night with my honey, and the experience did not disappoint. The food? Absolutely amazing. Every single thing we ordered was hitting — from the steak (perfectly cooked), to the creamy mashed potatoes, the mac & cheese, and those Brussels sprouts… whew, chef’s kiss. Definitely the highlight of the night. The atmosphere was beautiful too — great vibe, nice setting, just an overall good place to be. Service was okay, nothing bad at all, just not as memorable as the food. But honestly, the quality of the meal made up for it. Overall, I’d definitely come back for the food alone. 10/10 on that part 🤍”

Hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Highlights

  • Has fast service
  • Has great beer selection
  • Serves great cocktails
  • Serves great dessert
  • Has great wine list
  • Serves local speciality

Amenities

  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Accepts reservations
  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in
  • Family friendly
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  • Has bar on site
  • On-site services available
  • Serves beer
  • Serves coffee
  • Serves comfort food
  • Serves happy-hour drinks
Dining options· 9
  • Serves breakfast
  • Serves brunch
  • Serves lunch
  • Serves dinner
  • Has catering
  • Has counter service
  • Serves dessert
  • Has seating
  • Has table service
Crowd· 2
  • Good for groups
  • Popular with tourists
Parking· 3
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Plenty of parking
Offerings· 7
  • Serves alcohol
  • Serves cocktails
  • Serves late-night food
  • Has private dining room
  • Serves small plates
  • Serves spirits
  • Serves wine
Accessibility· 3
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Family-friendly· 1
  • High chairs available
Planning· 3
  • Brunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Usually has a wait
Highlights· 6
  • Has fast service
  • Has great beer selection
  • Serves great cocktails
  • Serves great dessert
  • Has great wine list
  • Serves local speciality
Popular for· 2
  • Popular for dinner
  • Good for solo dining
Facilities· 1
  • Has toilet
Atmosphere· 4
  • Cosy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket

Location

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Bungalow
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