Roost menu starting 05-09-2025
{ˈrüst} is a respite for neighbors and our traveling friends. Thanks to Texas Olive Ranch, Red Field Ranch, Airline Seafood, Backyard Barns, Holmes’ Chicken, Sweet Bribery Ice Cream, & Pederson Farms. We Appreciate You!
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT ALL TO-GO ORDERS HAVE A MANDATORY 20% GRATUITY ADDED TO THEM, ADDITIONAL TIPPING IS BASED ON SOLE DISCRETION AND IS GREATLY APPRECIATED. THANK YOU!
To share, or not . . . . .
* Tamba Salad- baby lettuces, Indian crunchies, tamarind dressing, tomato, mango
13
* Prosciutto e Pera- caramelized pear, burrata, mustard frill, pickled peppers, olive oil
15
Flo, what’s the Soup du jour!? The Soup of the day. mmmm, sounds good.
cup 4 bowl 6
Chicken liver paté, strawberry- balsamic jam, Japanese milk bread custard, mustard seed
14
*Sweet n’ spicy guava glazed pork ribs, quick slaw, pickled shishito peppers
18
Creamy Spring onion and dill dip, marinated salmon roe, Pringles chips, chives
13
*Mason jar pickles of local produce. Inquire with your servers!
7
Bread Service- Slow Dough fresh bread with house pimento cheese spread,
Anchovy caesar salad butter & cà phê sữa đá (Vietnamese coffee) butter
12
*Mediterranean mussels Ancona, olives, fennel, citrus, Verdicchio wine sauce, toast points
20
*Jerk spiced and grilled carrots, lime yogurt, candied peanuts, baby mint
14
*The famous fried cauliflower, scallions, toasted pine nuts, miso dressing, bonito flakes
11
*Patagonian salmon persillade, creamed Napa cabbage, tarragon and dill, toasted garlic
28
*Herbed duck confit, chilled white bean salad, hericot verts, thyme vinaigrette
32
*Green chili chicken, seared thighs, punchy poblano sauce, sweet corn cakes, chili oil
29
*Roasted Angus beef rib, smoked onion curry, shiso leaf salad, Furikake steamed rice
46
Espellete spiced jumbo shrimp, heirloom tomato gazpacho, melon, rustic bread, herb oil
30
Truffled ricotta gnudi, wild mushrooms, wilted arugula, pine nuts, aged gruyere
25
+Good Phuc’ing Burger- crispy bacon, kimchi, hoisin aioli, scallion salad. With hand cut fries
18
Sweet Tooth, and a lil cheese . . .
Coffee n’ donut holes- Nutmeg donuts, crushed pistachios, dulce de leche, coffee ice cream
9
*Tart lemon mousse parfait, raspberry compote, toasted almond brittle
9
Chai spiced sticky toffee pudding, ginger Chantilly cream, rose petal
10
Skillet baked brie, maple walnut honey, Maldon flake salt, grilled sourdough toast points
13
* Annotates GF. Please ask your server how these items can be altered or what makes it GF
+Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness
-All prices reflect our cash price. Credit card payments are subject to a 3.99% fee. Cash payments are exempt of fee
Chef's Tasting Menu
Our chef’s tasting menu is not only a fun way to try different offerings, it’s also an incredible way to help give back to our community. $5 of each meal will go to a pre-determined charity of our choice for our 13th year of giving back!
$55 per person (gratuity not included)
**Please Choose 1 dish from each course. We graciously ask that there is no sharing, substituting, & gratuity is not included in the meals price. Thank you!
FIRST COURSE (Choose 1)
(add a house glass of wine for only $10)
Jerk spiced and grilled carrots, lime yogurt, candied peanuts, baby mint (GF)
Mediterranean mussels Ancona, olives, fennel, citrus, Verdicchio wine sauce, toast points (GF) (+$3 supplement)
Prosciutto e Pera- caramelized pear, burrata, mustard frill, pickled peppers, olive oil (GF)
The famous fried cauliflower, scallions, toasted pine nuts, miso dressing, bonito flakes (GF)
SECOND COURSE ( Choose 1)
Patagonian salmon persillade, creamed Napa cabbage, tarragon and dill, toasted garlic (GF)
Green chili chicken, seared thighs, punchy poblano sauce, sweet corn cakes, chili oil (GF)
Herbed duck confit, chilled white bean salad, hericot verts, thyme vinaigrette (GF) (+$5 supplement)
Truffled ricotta gnudi, wild mushrooms, wilted arugula, pine nuts, aged gruyere (V)
DESSERT (Choose 1)
(Add a 3oz pour of dessert wine for only $9)
Coffee n’ donut holes- Nutmeg donuts, crushed pistachios, dulce de leche, coffee ice cream
Tart lemon mousse parfait, raspberry compote, toasted almond brittle (GF)
Chai spiced sticky toffee pudding, ginger Chantilly cream, rose petal
Roost Wine & Beer List
~All wines contain sulfites. Pregnant women please take heed to the risks of drinking before birth.~
Sparkling
2023 Torresella Rosé Prosecco, Italy 14/ 44
(fresh berry notes with a crisp, dry finish )
NV Roederer Estate Champagne , California 16/60
(Mendocino county's premier bubbles. Beautiful climate makes great grapes)
2022 Famille Fabre Sparkling PetNat Bullé, France 14/48
(fermented natural wine with organically grown grapes. Stone fruit forward)
White & Rosé
2018 Aperture Cellars Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma 16/62
(richness balanced with acidity. Lemon meringue and floral hits)
2023 Res Fortes Grenache Blanc, France 15/52
(Macabeu, Grenach Gris, and Grenache Blanc lead a dry and rich white)
NV Umani Ronchi Casal Di Serra Verdicchio Castelli Di Jesi, Italy 14/44
(aromas of yuzu and honeysuckle. A refreshing & focused patio white)
2021 Vignerons Ardéchois Côtes du Rhône Blanc, France 14/ 50
(organically produced and a delicate showcase of what white blends can be)
2021 Amici Cellars Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast 15/48
( a bright and inviting chardonnay offering classic flavors with a twist)
2021 Les Sarrins Cotes de Provence Rosé, France 15/54
(Grenache- Cinsault grapes bring a well balanced & natural acidity)
2020 Pröst Rheinhessen Dry Riesling, Germany 14/51
(Prost is German for cheers! This wine is nothing short of a celebration)
Wine Cocktails
Mellow Margarita — Fresh lime juice, agave nectar, and orange liqor, mixed with tequila wine and served over ice 10
Fall Sangria- House syrup of pears and cinnamon with red wine over ice. Delicious! 13
Sazon Pineapple Tepache- Hand crushed and fermented pineapple drink from San Pacho, Nayarit. Effervescent and fresh with a focus on ripeness. 9
Almare Spritz! - a wonderful version of the classic Aperol Spritz, with a little less booze. Served on ice with an orange wedge. Classic! 12
Non-Alcoholic Cocktails and Beverages
Seasonal Shrub-Fermented fruit and botanicals topped with sparkling water and a lemon wedge. Refreshing! Alcohol-free 7
GHIA Beverages- A delicious Aperitif of botanicals to open the pallet and get a great conversation going. Topped with a splash of sparkling water and a twist. Alcohol- free 9
WIN NA Giesen Sparkling Brut, New Zealand- Classic tingle of bubbles from Verdejo grapes with the alcohol removed! Don't be left out of the celebration Alcohol- free 12/ 38
Karbach Brewing "Free & Easy" IPA- Brewed with special hops, this local brew will have you forgetting that there is no booze in it! Citrus notes and a balanced bitterness Alcohol- free 5
8th Wonder Brewing "Wonder Water" CBD Seltzer- A fun new project from Houston friends that introduces the calming powers of hemp CBD for a relaxing getaway from traditional beverages Alcohol-free 8
Howdy Beverages THC Paloma- Mexico's national beverage with a hint of THC to awaken the spirits. A fun and refreshing take on a classic grapefruit mocktail Alcohol-free 9
Red
2021 Roco Gravel Road Pinot Noir, Willamette 16/52
(long, rich tannins that evoke dark fruit and a hint of smoke. Delicious wine)
2019 Kaiken Indómito Malbec, Argentina 13/42
(subtle and refreshing with true violet notes. From Mendoza region)
2021 Bodegas Tempore Genracióna Tempranillo, Spain 50
(100% organic tempranillo grapes, finished 2 months in oak. deep & intense)
2016 Château de Gensac "Pas de Deux" Blend, France 50
(a rather refreshing and expressive blend of merlot, tannat, & fer-servadou)
2020 Chateau Tour de Gilet Bordeaux, France 14/50
(medium bodied with subtle oak. A true, traditional Bordeaux)
2021 Bezel Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles 13/44
(wonderful and generous palleted cabernet from reputable Cakebread Cellars)
2022 The Prisoner Red Blend, Napa Ca. 64
(a harmonious and beautiful blend of zinfandel, cabernet, Syrah, and charbono)
2019 Mettler Family Vineyards Zinfandel, Lodi Ca. 16/ 58
(approachable and rich, wonderful with meats or heavy spices)
2019 Secret Indulgence “Chronology” Red Blend, Napa 68
(a complex and rare blend of 9 grapes that entice all senses)
After...
NV 10 year Warres Otima Tawny Port, Portugal 16/46
(2oz pour)
(dry, sweet, & floral w/ notes of vanilla, maple, & soft spice)
2016 Chateau Andoyse du Hayot Sauternes, France 17/62
(2oz pour)
(a wonderful end to your meal, pairs greatly with our brie)
Beer
Bottles and Cans
Menabrea Bionda Blonde Lager (Italy) 7
Moody Tongue Brewing Juice Lychee IPA (Chicago) 8
GlutenBerg Gluten-free White (Montreal) 7
Southern Star Strawberry Blonde (Conroe) 5
8th Wonder “Cougar Paw” Red Ale (Houston) 5
Hitachino Nest Espresso Stout (Japan ) 8
Harpoon Brewery UFO Belgian White (Massachusetts) 5
Texas Leaguer "Dog Days" Citrus Shandy (Missouri City) 5
St. Arnold's Classic Dry Apple Cider (Houston) 6
*St. Arnold Brewery Root Beer!! non-alcoholic (Houston) 4
On tap, tap, tap!
North Shepherd Brewing Kölsch (Houston) 7
Lone Pint "Yellow Rose" Golden IPA (Magnolia) 7
Gristworkz Flip Flop Cowboy Amber Ale (Houston) 7
Rotating Tap. Ask your server what the seasonal is right now! 8
Other Beverages
Sodas (sprite, diet coke) 3.00
Bottled Mexican Coke. 5.00
Agua panna spring water 3.50
Topo Chico sparkling water 5.00
Iced tea 3.50
“Republic of Tea” (Hot Teas) 5.00
Geva Coffee (reg. or decaf) 5.00