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Black Walnut Cafe - Rice Village

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American, Cafe, Contemporary
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Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options
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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks
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  • Face masks required for staff in public areas
  • Hand sanitiser available to guests & staff
  • Daily temperature and symptom checks for staff
  • Socially distanced dining tables
  • Staff required to regularly wash hands
  • Tables disinfected between guests
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Updated 29/07/20 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
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Updated 29/07/20 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
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Reviewed 2 weeks ago via mobile

Great breakfast with eggs. Breakfast without eggs was not very available. I don't eat eggs. Good coffe, not a terrible americano coffe. Good location, pleasant place. Paid parking available

Date of visit: March 2023
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Reviewed 18 December 2022 via mobile

This place is easy to find. There is a nice variety of options on the menu. We got the big plate and avocado toast and it was all delicious. We couldn’t finish it all so the portions are pretty good size. I would eat here...again if I’m ever back in Houston! Highly recommendMore

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed 20 June 2022 via mobile

We had breakfast at Black Walnut Cafe this morning. Ordering was fast and efficient at the counter. We ordered an avocado egg sandwich and an American breakfast. In addition to a table number we had to carry our own glasses, coffee cups and silverware which...was a bit inconvenient. The food was decent but not exceptional. We liked the big open breakfast area and the decor. Great for a decent breakfastMore

Date of visit: June 2022
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Reviewed 9 May 2022

Food was very good and had some creative items on the menu for good variety. It's an order at the counter first, then go to your table, type of place, so grab a menu when you walk in to be ready. Food was prepared quickly...and delicious.More

Date of visit: May 2022
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Bobbi M, Marketing at Black Walnut Cafe - Rice Village, responded to this reviewResponded 10 May 2022

Thanks for brunching with us!

Reviewed 6 May 2022

I discovered that restaurant and I love their breakfast. Great food and friendly service. Very nice selection of breakfast, continental, eggs, healthy,... super !

Date of visit: May 2022
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Bobbi M, Marketing at Black Walnut Cafe - Rice Village, responded to this reviewResponded 10 May 2022

We're happy to be your place at your pace!

Reviewed 16 February 2022

Order at a counter and they will then bring you the food. Not obvious that you need to pick up a paper menu at the door before you get to the counter. I guess regulars know what they want. Ok eggs - grits - meat...breakfast. Gross thing that was allegedly a biscuit with ugly gravy on it. Decent latte. It was pretty expensive for what you get. Give me a NJ diner any day.More

Date of visit: February 2022
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Reviewed 24 October 2021

We are in houston visiting and happened upon this place for brunch on Saturday. It appears to be a small local chain of a few locations. It is a walk up order for meals and then they bring it to you. They have outdoor seating...as well as plenty of indoor. We choose outdoor. They have a separate line just for coffee and desserts, which we did not use. I got the turkey club on a croissant. My companion got the pumpkin soup and we split the brussels sprout appetizer. All the food was very good. Highly recommend the brussels sprouts. Food came out in a very timely manner. Would go back again when visiting .More

Date of visit: October 2021
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Reviewed 13 August 2021

Everything was french and good portions- it was crowded but we told them we were in a hurry and they made it happen for us. That whole area kind of charms me.

Date of visit: May 2021
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Bobbi M, Marketing at Black Walnut Cafe - Rice Village, responded to this reviewResponded 23 August 2021

Thank you for sharing!

Reviewed 8 August 2021 via mobile

We loved the Rice Village area so we tried this place for breakfast. They were very busy however the staff was friendly and organized and got us seated after a 15 minute wait. The food was phenomenal. The kid had the chicken and waffles while...I had the smoked salmon omelette. It was amazing!! This is a great spot for brunch!More

Date of visit: July 2021
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Bobbi M, Marketing at Black Walnut Cafe - Rice Village, responded to this reviewResponded 23 August 2021

Thank you for the five stars, Reggie!

Reviewed 27 July 2021

I highly recommend the black walnut. Excellent customer service and great food on the whole……but Was disappointed with the “croissant biscuits and gravy”, not because it wasnt good, but because there was just a very small amount of gravy on a large croissant which meant...you had mostly a dry croissant. The gravy was excellent but the dish was ruined because there wasnt nearly enough gravy.More

Date of visit: July 2021
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Reviewed 5 July 2021 via mobile

Simple food, quick service and a good place to meet on weekends. The breakfast/ brunch was very similar to egg harbor cafe… just that they had drinks/ flights as well.

Date of visit: July 2021
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Reviewed 9 May 2021 via mobile

A group of friends meet here for breakfast every few weeks and enjoy the varied menu. Sometimes the background music is a little loud for a morning crowd. Serve Jose Luis Martinez is especially courteous and helpful.

Date of visit: May 2021
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Reviewed 3 April 2021

Great ambiance inside and out, next door to two other restaurants with outdoor seating and across the street from the bars. Free parking nearby and good food.

Date of visit: April 2021
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Reviewed 31 May 2020 via mobile

Excellent food options including some Creative ones. Great service. Lots of safety measures during this pandemic - distanced seating, sanitizers, etc. Nice outdoor seating.

Date of visit: May 2020
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BobbiM159, Marketing at Black Walnut Cafe - Rice Village, responded to this reviewResponded 3 June 2020

Thank you for sharing your review with us!

Reviewed 23 February 2020 via mobile

Have been here many times and enjoy the salads. A bit loud but outside area is nice and quiet when a pretty day. Chinese chicken salad is great.

Date of visit: February 2020
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BobbiM159, Marketing at Black Walnut Cafe - Rice Village, responded to this reviewResponded 26 February 2020

Thank you for being a regular with us!

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Black Walnut Cafe - Rice Village is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4