Pondi - Houston

My partner and I visited this cafe at 10 a.m. on Saturday. The place was completely empty as they were just open. We ordered Mandelchai, Kerala noodles, Mulagatawny soup and the Bombay Benedict. While all were decent, the Benedict was the clear standout. While I'm not always in the mood for Pondicherry's brand of Indian food, I definitely come back when I'm in the mood for an inventive cuisine. The service was good and the ambience of the place was excellent.

Nice, healthy food! Short hours only open until 17:00. The kitchen is closed early when no one is there. Don't miss how we first came to dinner! Another day at 4:30 a.m. was successful. And only beautiful, quiet location and view through the windows.

Sparkling little gem of a cafe at the entrance to the Asia Society. Don't get confused by the website listed here I thought at first it was an error but the Cafe is indeed linked to the larger restaurant, Pondicheri, and the two share a website and some menu items. I LOVE the colours used at Pondi and the line up of treats along the counter is almost irresistible. Very friendly and helpful staff, too.

This is a small café for a quick bite not a complete restaurant. The food is very good and the service is excellent. Do not think you have a large menu or formal meal. It's a great stop and it's worth trying. Limited menu, but very good healthy choices.

Beautiful ambience and ambience. Quiet and elegant. I could get vegan! Food is amazing! Would not expect less from a James Beard Nominee and local Houstonian owner / chef. Love it and become regular again. I hope they'll make cooking classes soon... Check-hours are not an evening place (yes).