Bean and Bottle

Was pointed to Bean & Bottle by a friend.

We were looking for a coffee place in the area that's open early.  Turns out, unless you're Starbucks, alot of mom and pop coffee shops don't open that early.  Wha?!

I got the Honey Cinnamon latte, it does have that cinnamon kick and a hint of sweetness from the honey.  It's actually pretty good and I used Oat milk which gives it more texture. 

I got their breakfast sandwich.  It has bacon, cheddar and eggs. But what I'm thoroughly impressed was the sourdough bread that makes the sandwich.  It works so well with the butter for the toast, but it's just so good, I can't stop eating the bread. 

Anyway, the place is tucked between office buildings.  I can see the joint is jumping during a work day, its other door is literally a building's lobby.  But on weekends, it's a ghost town.  They have a few spots out front you can park, if not, there's covered parking for retail at the garage.  

At first, when I walked in, I see the cashier, espresso machine and pastry case.  But there are more seatings  at the back.  You can have seated meals there with a wine cellar.  Plus, there's a few tables outside to enjoy the patio weather.  But WAIT! There's more!  They even have a party room called Bloom adjacent to the coffee place.  So if you want host a tea, shower, or even dinner, they've got plenty of room. 

Bean and Bottle

9655 Katy Fwy

Ste 100

Houston, TX 77024

281-501-2336

https://www.beanandbottletx.com/

 

Lomichi

Was down in Sugarland and stopped by the former Mia's Goodies.

They rebranded to LoMiChi. 

The day we were there, it was buy one get one half price off for Mango Sago.  Sounds great to me!  That's my go-to drink that I buy there anyway.  Not that I don't get their puff or mochi, but this is the only thing I get consistently. 

I love their version because it has real chunks of mango and alot of it.  There's equal amount of sago too.  Everything is just the right balance, not too much of one versus the other.  This is my must stop everytime I'm in the area and definitely worth the drive.

LoMiChi HTX

3412 Hwy 6 

Ste N

Sugar Land, TX 77478

https://www.lomichi.com/

 

Waygood coffee

Drove past 59 & Kirby and saw a new coffee place. 

This location used to be a Thai place, Elevation Burger, and Bao Shi Yi.  

Place has less tables, but you can see folks are playing games or study there.  There's also seatings outside too, so you can enjoy your drink out there too, especially if you are bringing a dog. 

So now they have a coffee place.  I picked the Southern Peach - it's has deep tea seeped in there.  Bits of peaches in there.  

Waygood Coffee

3819 Kirby Dr

Houston, TX 77098

713-231-4598

https://www.waygoodcompany.com/

Saltan Pepper

Haven't eaten in the mall since forever. 

Since my office is not in the mall anymore, I have even less excuse to come and eat here.  But I do recall having good experience at Sultan Pepper.

I got the Eggplant meat dish with rice and spinach.  The eggplant is sliced, and baked in tomato sauce and olive oil.  On top of it has a slice of tomato, ground beef cooked in herbs.  The sauce is delicious.  I mix the beef and eggplant with rice, it was a great combo.

They have alot of halal and salad dishes, kabab, gyro and wraps too.  

Saltan Pepper

inside Galleria Food Court

5015 Westheimer Rd

Houston, TX 77056

832-487-9852

https://sultan-pepper.com/
 

Hui Lau Shan

Came back to Hui Lau Shan for a drink this time. 

I actually was trying to get the last time, but the staff thought I wanted the dessert instead. 

I got the Pomelo & Mango with Sago.  That combo is actually very popular in Asia, just because the citrus and the tropical fruit complement each other very well.  On top of that, you go the coconut milk layer plus the sago (which is from the tapioca family), and a scoop of mango ice.  The whole thing is a comfort food for me.  All the yummy goodness runs together.  Definitely recommend the drink!

Hui Lau Shan

inside Galleria food court

5015 Westheimer Rd

# 1452a

Houston, TX 77056

https://huilaushan.us/

 

Amorino Gelato

What happens when you want something sweet and something to drink at the same time and soda, bubble tea, smoothie wasn't doing it for you? 

You go get a gelato, of course!

We actually go to the location in River Oaks District simply its easy access from movie theatre.  But it's nice to find it easily located in the mall.

I got affogato with L'inimitabile which is a fancy way of saying chocolate hazelnut flavor.  The Affogato has a shot of espresso in it, and by the time the ice cream melted it works out for a nice little drink.

So you walk up to the kiosk and you select what you want, pay there, then it'll spit out a ticket or number.  And the staff will get working your order.  The thing is, if it's busy, you have to pay attention to when they set out orders.  Also, you don't have to hold your order while you walk, they have a few tables for customers to enjoy their ice cream orders.

Amorino Gelato

5085 Westheimer Rd

K119A (right outside of Zara on the 2nd floor)

Houston, TX 77056

346-319-2194

https://www.amorino.com/en-us/stores/houston-the-galleria-mall

 

Mamak Malaysian Restaurant

Went back to Mamak for lunch. 

Was craving the Salt & Pepper Squid - I just like their fried salty goodness.  

We were thrilled to know that they sell the Hainanese Chicken in a set. 

Set came with soup, sauces, rice, sprouts as your veggie, and of course the chicken itself.  Chicken was good as always, and of course, I love this because it pairs well with the rice which is cooked in chicken broth and fat.  Of course I dose mine with the garlic sauce, something about the chicken + fresh garlic just strike the right cord.

Mamak Malaysian Restaurant

3412 Hwy 6 

Ste R

Sugar Land, TX 

346-874-7913

https://mamakmalaysian.com/