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Zelko Bistro

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New American Restaurant, Southern Food Restaurant, and Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant$$$$

Houston

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Zelko Bistro

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Houston PressAugust 4, 2014
The Houston Press gave Zelko Bistro the Best Comfort Food award in 2010 for good reason: This cozy converted house in the Heights offers everything comfort food should be. Read more
EdMay 29, 2015
The $30 steak was cooked to absolute perfection and was very fairly priced given the high quality. It needs no steak sauce, but the included steak sauce was flippin’ fantastic.
Houston Press Street Team ManagerAugust 20, 2014
Tack on a giant plate of chef Jamie Zelko's infamous cereal-crusted Captin's Fried Chicken, shrimp and cheddar grits, and brioche French toast and your lazy Sunday just got a little bit lazier. Read more
ArtJonakApril 2, 2013
http://ZelkoBistro.com | Jaime Zelko (ex-Exec Chef at Bistro Lancaster) & Jeb Stuart nailed the concept of a comfortable but upscale neighborhood place. A deft touch in the kitchen + great room = GO!
Jordy ScholhamerJanuary 20, 2014
This place doesn't look like much from the front, but the menu and beer/wine pairings are very well done. The food was great and this place would definitely get 5 stars!
Andres NovoaNovember 5, 2015
The Captain's Chicken (inspired by Captian Crunch himself 😜) really stood out to me! Their rosemary bread is also hard to put down!!
Roberto CandelariaNovember 10, 2010
Been here 50+ times
Foodie Heaven right in the Houston Heights. Try the Chopped Bleu, fried pickles, Captin's Fried chicken, or Blue Crab Cake. Save room for dessert: funnel Cake or ice box lemon pie are my favorites.
Houston PressAugust 27, 2013
Try the Chopped Bleu salad! It has juicy apples, pecans and red onions! Add some bacon and romaine and suddenly you have a salad that rivals your entrée.
Cory GiovanellaFebruary 19, 2011
Fun, casual atmosphere with great food. We had the fried pickles, parmesan fries and bruschetta to start & all were terrific. For my entree, I had the meatloaf and it was also excellent.
Houston PressMay 31, 2012
2011 Best of Houston Winner: Best Restaurant Wine List. Check out more Houston Press Best of Houston Winners here: http://bit.ly/JCaGyR Or go mobile with the free Best Of app.
Houston PressMay 31, 2012
2011 Best of Houston Winner: Best French Fries. Check out more Houston Press Best of Houston Winners here: http://bit.ly/JCaGyR Or go mobile with the free Best Of app.
EdMay 30, 2015
The steak, the cheese plate, the Captin's chicken, and the Rail Dog are all good.
EdMay 29, 2015
The Karbach Rail Dog does not get as much attention as the yummy Captin's Chicken, but it is filling akaushi deliciousness!
Houston PressJanuary 26, 2011
2010 Best of Houston® Winner: Best Comfort Food Restaurant: Try the meatloaf cooked in a can served over a mound of buttery mashed potatoes. They even have fried pickles, hearty soups & fab burgers!
Sarah Peacock 🎈November 16, 2015
Gluten free pizza, rotating menu, beautiful patio, no reservations (grab a cocktail while you wait)
Christina McWilliamsJuly 8, 2013
Fabulous! Bruschetta with hummus was bursting with fresh flavor. Loved loved loved the shrimp and grits. Creamed corn was savored. Will be back again.
CultureMap HoustonFebruary 16, 2012
Zelko seats about 50 people and has a no reservations policy. We recommend grabbing a spot at the bar or coming in at off-peak times.
JennNovember 19, 2011
One of the hardest things to find in Houston is a BRUNCH on saturdays. The only harder thing to find is the actual restaurant.
Paula GFebruary 10, 2014
Great place, small, hard to find, has ample parking, staff is nice...would visit again
Rhonda PowerJune 13, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Tough to choose between their fabulous chopped Bleu and yummy shrimp & grits.
Aisha TaylorMay 11, 2012
Nice craft beer selection plus a great wine list. Special wine list of female winemakers. Yum!
JennJanuary 21, 2012
Excellent grouper fish dish, and good ambiance, with a decent wine list. Gem!
Jared JarvisJanuary 18, 2016
Fun place. Great food.
Daniel RodriguezJuly 20, 2013
Been here 5+ times
DO NOT get the fries... without truffle oil! OMFG. I just want to smash them against my face. And the fried chicken is slap yo' mama worthy.
Henry's Hungry HoustonAugust 25, 2010
This place rocks. Exquisite fried chicken. Outstanding service. Looks elegant but it's casual. Hot place for a date. Say hi to your mama.
Dena FloridaMarch 14, 2012
Nice relaxing atmosphere and a variety of food selections! Worth a stop
Lora BorregoJanuary 15, 2011
The fried chicken looked amazing and hearty compared to my super tiny crab cake of the same price. Great wine selection!
Lindsey GeorgeNovember 2, 2010
yeah great double date spot! The mood is very inviting for good convo, good times and good food with good friends!
KathrineJune 5, 2015
The short rib is really good.
Monica 💋December 11, 2011
Get the Captain Crunch Chicken and Waffles. Your mouth with thank you :)
Kireau KendrickSeptember 22, 2011
nice craft brew selection. way too much food for their slow food aspirations. captin chix was good but i like Katz fried chix better. no pub wifi 4 a biz that warns you theres no cell reception. dumb!
TV Food MapsAugust 28, 2014
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EdMay 30, 2015
Pro-tip: the Favor app delivers from here! Free delivery promo code: EDWAB9
Stacey BurkeJuly 17, 2013
Salad lovers: try the chopped bleu!
Laura ChanFebruary 14, 2012
Houston Press We Love Food - favorite Houston dishes - Captin's fried chicken
Alvie JonesOctober 1, 2010
Been here 5+ times
My girl did it right!! Anyone who doesn't like the food might as well eat out of a box. Amazing!! CONGRATS JAMIE!! LOVE YA!!
Christine StephensonSeptember 3, 2010
Really cool atmosphere - I dig all the hardwoods. Liked the fried chicken & the bleu cheese salad. Wine by the glass is WAY over-priced.
Jonathan GardnerJuly 8, 2011
Great food tucked away in the Heights. One of my favorite spots.
Chris DFebruary 27, 2011
Fish tacos are so good. For the guilt factor, try the funnel cake. Well worth the calories.
Kim WoodruffMay 26, 2012
Outside dining area is perfect if you don't like the noisy indoors.
Christopher NapoliMarch 23, 2011
Been here 10+ times
foursquare users: be sure to check-in here before entering - 3G signal is very weak (perhaps because of metal roof).
Kim McGawFebruary 2, 2014
The waiters were assembling their napkins and silverware over an open trash can. Left the pile of napkins on a box balanced on the trash can rim. In plain view of customers!
ali llewellynJuly 19, 2013
Farmers Crop Pile is awesome (and paleo!)
ndrfnAugust 9, 2010
Initially felt the hostess was a bit unhelpful - and seem to only smile at people she knew.... but the food.... enjoyed by all 4 people. In a rare case - I even cleaned my plate. The fried chicken is
Miranda BJuly 7, 2012
Parm fries, fish tacos.
PeterJanuary 1, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The sweet candied salmon - thank me later. Sit at the bar!
Kim McGawOctober 28, 2011
Meatloaf was delish! Parmesan fries didn't last long. :)
Aaron SmithMarch 15, 2012
The parm fries can't be missed!
Trisha CornwellJanuary 8, 2012
The bah-hah tacos are to DIE for.
Clay WhiteheadMay 19, 2016
Rib eye oh my!

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