Restaurants nearby Thompson Houston worth trying
Thompson Houston houses four on-site outlets worth trying: Sol 7 (rooftop contemporary global restaurant and bar), Toca Madera (modern Mexican steakhouse), Chardon (French bistro), and Maven Coffee Co. for coffee and pastries. All four are on property at 1717 Allen Parkway and accept reservations or walk-ins per venue policy.
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Sol 7 — rooftop dining and skyline views
Sol 7 is the hotel's rooftop restaurant and bar, located on the 7th floor beside the infinity pool. The menu focuses on contemporary American and global flavors served across bar, lounge and patio seating.
Service times are breakfast, lunch and dinner — check the hotel for current daily hours and seasonal changes. Sol 7 accepts reservations via OpenTable and typically shows availability up to about one day in advance.
- Typical hours (hotel listing): Breakfast 6:30 AM–11:00 AM; Lunch 11:00 AM–5:00 PM (Mon–Fri); Dinner 5:00 PM–10:00 PM nightly.
- Bar open most evenings; daily happy hour listed on the hotel's site.
- Casual business-casual dress is suggested; price range on OpenTable shows roughly $31–$50.
| Meal | Typical Hours |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | 6:30 AM–11:00 AM |
| Lunch | 11:00 AM–5:00 PM (Mon–Fri) |
| Dinner | 5:00 PM–10:00 PM |
Toca Madera — modern Mexican steakhouse
Toca Madera at Thompson Houston combines Mexican-inspired dishes with steakhouse preparations. It’s suited to lively dinners and weekend brunch service.
Reservations are recommended (online booking available); the venue accepts walk-ins based on availability and runs happy hour and special promotions such as Toca Tuesday.
- Dinner hours per hotel listing: typically 5:00 PM–12:00 AM (varies by day).
- Weekend brunch: Saturday & Sunday late-morning to mid-afternoon (hotel listings specify brunch windows; check the restaurant for exact times).
- Dress code: restrictions on athletic wear and certain casual items for regular dinner service; athletic wear is allowed at brunch.
| Service | Typical Hours (per hotel/restaurant) |
|---|---|
| Dinner | Evenings (around 5:00 PM–midnight) |
| Weekend Brunch | Saturday & Sunday (late morning–mid afternoon) |
| Happy Hour | Sunday–Wednesday early evening; Toca Tuesday all night |
Chardon — a French bistro for lunch, brunch and dinner
Chardon serves French bistro-style dishes with a modern sensibility. Menu highlights listed by the restaurant include items such as steak frites, Gulf flounder en papillote, Texas wagyu tartare, broiled whole lobster au poivre, poached Gulf shrimp, and a tableside cheese trolley.
Chardon accepts reservations via OpenTable and offers a private dining room for small groups. Note that Chardon is closed on Mondays; verify current open hours before you go.
- Hours (hotel/restaurant listing): Tuesday–Thursday 11:00 AM–9:00 PM; Friday 11:00 AM–10:00 PM; Saturday 10:30 AM–10:00 PM; Sunday 10:30 AM–9:00 PM; closed Mondays.
- Weekend brunch: Saturday & Sunday morning service with brunch hours noted on the restaurant site.
- L'Express Lunch: a 45-minute two-course lunch option listed on OpenTable.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday–Thursday | 11:00 AM–9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM–10:00 PM |
| Saturday–Sunday | 10:30 AM–10:00 PM / 10:30 AM–9:00 PM |
Maven Coffee Co. — grab-and-go coffee and pastries
Maven Coffee Co. is the hotel’s on-site coffee shop for morning coffee, pastries and quick bites. Hours vary, so check with the concierge or front desk for the current schedule during your stay.
It’s a convenient stop before heading out to Buffalo Bayou Park or downtown sights and useful for quick in-room breakfasts before meetings or sight-seeing.
- Service: coffee, espresso drinks, pastries and light grab-and-go items.
- Hours: listed as varying — see concierge or Maven Coffee Co. for today's hours.
- Location: on property at Thompson Houston for quick access from the lobby and public spaces.
| Offering | Good for |
|---|---|
| Espresso & coffee | Quick morning pick-me-up |
| Pastries | Light breakfasts on the go |
| To-go items | Before bike rides on Buffalo Bayou Park trails |
How to plan meals and make reservations
Both Sol 7 and Chardon accept OpenTable reservations; Toca Madera recommends reservations and accepts walk-ins when space is available. If you need a specific time for dinner or weekend brunch, book in advance through the restaurant sites or ask the Thompson Houston concierge to assist.
If you plan to use your one-time $100 hotel credit, confirm with the front desk or concierge which outlets accept that credit and any restrictions on use.
- Use OpenTable for Sol 7 and Chardon reservations where available.
- Ask the hotel concierge to confirm current hours, dress codes and private-dining availability.
- One-time $100 hotel credit per room per stay can be applied to Sol7, Thompson Spa, pool cabana rental, or in-room dining — confirm eligible outlets at check-in.
| Action | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Reserve Sol 7 or Chardon | OpenTable or hotel concierge |
| Reserve Toca Madera | Restaurant's reservation page or phone; walk-ins accepted |
| Confirm hotel credit use | Front desk / concierge |
Nearby off-site dining options and neighborhood notes
If you want to explore beyond the hotel, notable nearby options cited around a mile southwest/south include Hugo’s, Mai’s and Backstreet Cafe. Buffalo Bayou Park at the hotel’s front door also makes it easy to combine a walk or bike ride with a meal elsewhere in the city.
Thompson Houston is on Allen Parkway in the historic Fourth Ward just outside downtown, so many downtown restaurants and the Theater District are only a short drive or a longer walk away.
- Buffalo Bayou Park is adjacent to the hotel — a convenient route to nearby cafés and restaurants.
- River Oaks and the Museum District are within short driving distance; check travel times with concierge.
- If you prefer on-property dining, Sol 7, Toca Madera, Chardon and Maven Coffee Co. cover morning through late-night options.
| Nearby Point | Note |
|---|---|
| Buffalo Bayou Park | At the hotel’s front door — good for walking or biking before/after meals |
| Hugo's / Mai's / Backstreet Cafe | Neighborhood options roughly one mile from the hotel |
| Theater District / Museum District | Short drive or longer walk from Thompson Houston |
