Maven

I don't know what you are doing or why you have not been here. You ask for class. You ask for great cuisine, You ask for amazing service.. then for all that you are worth you come here. It's not only the best coffee it's a vibe. You're looking for the right spot on Houston. This is it. Get here now..

What an amazing Spring evening on Maven's patio. Inventive cocktails, great suggestions and service by Bex, and just one delectible dish after another. Gazpacho, oysters, artichoke hearts, pork belly, and sole meuniere - all were sublime. We will certainly be back to this hidden gem.

I come to Sawyer Yards often, but today I noticed a small building in the back. Clark greeted me and was very nice and helpful. He recommended me to try the Pandan flavor with the cold brew, and though I was reluctant, I went ahead and ordered it. I was simply blown away by how good it was!! They make all of their syrups from scratch and you can taste it. The place itself is very cute and I will definitely come back to try more coffee drinks.

Five-star experience all around! I love the location—the atmosphere is elevated, and the interiors are beautiful. We sat inside, but I can't wait to come back and enjoy the patio. The service was excellent; our server was knowledgeable, and the chef gave great recommendations. We ordered family-style and tried everything! This is probably my new favorite steak in Houston—delicious and a must-order. The Caesar Cups are fantastic, the Fish Dip is absolutely divine(also best in Houston!), and the Spicy Rigatoni is also a must-try! For drinks, I had a margarita and a glass of red wine with dinner—both were great. HIGHLY recommend Maven at Sawyer Yards for an exceptional dining experience!

The staff at Maven took such great care of us! Super attentive and gave us a wonderful experience. Their menu and cocktails are expansive and super interesting. The vibes were perfect for brunch and the decor/music was on par. Looking forward to coming back to try out their dinner and Wed night steak night!

Victoria Le

I come to Sawyer Yards often, but today I noticed a small building in the back. Clark greeted me and was very nice and helpful. He recommended me to try the Pandan flavor with the cold brew, and though I was reluctant, I went ahead and ordered it. I was simply blown away by how good it was!! They make all of their syrups from scratch and you can taste it. The place itself is very cute and I will definitely come back to try more coffee drinks.

Hannah Swiggard

Five-star experience all around! I love the location—the atmosphere is elevated, and the interiors are beautiful. We sat inside, but I can't wait to come back and enjoy the patio. The service was excellent; our server was knowledgeable, and the chef gave great recommendations. We ordered family-style and tried everything! This is probably my new favorite steak in Houston—delicious and a must-order. The Caesar Cups are fantastic, the Fish Dip is absolutely divine(also best in Houston!), and the Spicy Rigatoni is also a must-try! For drinks, I had a margarita and a glass of red wine with dinner—both were great. HIGHLY recommend Maven at Sawyer Yards for an exceptional dining experience!

Alejandra Wilhelm

I came in for my birthday for their Oyster Special , the service was wonderful and attentive. I got a mocktail called the button buck and it was better most cocktails I’ve had. We ordered the pulpo and some other dishes to accompany the oysters and everything we had was delicious. Their chef Sasha came out and interacted with us and over all made the day feel very special. Be mindful the restaurant has limited space so definitely call ahead to check! I’ve also come in another day for their matcha and it was so tasty!

Natalie Frederickson

The staff at Maven took such great care of us! Super attentive and gave us a wonderful experience. Their menu and cocktails are expansive and super interesting. The vibes were perfect for brunch and the decor/music was on par. Looking forward to coming back to try out their dinner and Wed night steak night!

T Robinson

This was our first time and won’t be our last. We had so much fun and enjoyed every moment. We made a reservation at 5:15p for a birthday dinner. It was empty when we got there because we were so early but busy when we left. We wanted to enjoy Happy Hour 5p-7p and Wednesday Steak Night. We were not disappointed! We got a HH few cocktails and $1.50 oysters. The Steak Night dinner included a steak, loaded potato and a beer or an up charge for a glass of red or white wine. Everyone made us feel so special and were really attentive through the whole dinner.

Christopher Heilman

Friendly service and a nice casual vibe. A little tough to find, but they have a really good coffee and cocktail menu. The food was good for the most part, although unspectacular. Fun place for a relaxing brunch

Paul T

Saturday night was chill and perfect. Service is outstanding and the dinner here is top notch!! Such a hidden secret! So many many great dishes you cannot go wrong choosing. We will definitely be back!

Kurtis Ball

Very cool, elevated neighborhood bistro & coffee shop. The Sandia Smash and 12 Point Buck are must try cocktails! Every single dish was incredible, from the Pork Belly to the Spicy Rigatoni, to the East Coast Oysters, to the side dishes (get the artichoke and mushrooms!) What really impressed me was the great pricing. One of the best steaks I've had in the city for around $30. We've already booked another reservation for this week. Plenty of parking and they've added a beautiful green space to the area with a great view of the Houston Skyline! Highly recommend!!!

Kameron Arceneaux

Went for the coffee and to get some work done. Ended up getting an amazing iced chai tea, super amazing spot and they don’t charge for non dairy alternatives! Highly recommend to work from early in the morning cause the atmosphere was amazing!

Claire Tingleaf

If you’re a creature of habit like me and are in need of a new weekly staple to obsess over…stop looking and run to MAVEN Sawyer Yards!!!! I’ve become a regular in the mornings here to get the best matcha latte I’ve ever sipped (don’t miss their regular drip coffee either). I’ve also enjoyed evenings with friends for the perfect girls’ night, and now, I’ve just experienced their new brunch menu. As a tough brunch critic, I can confidently say they nailed it across the board. There’s something for everyone—sweet, savory, and perfect shareables for when I have a light morning appetite. Plus, their patio offers an amazing view of the Houston skyline that adds to the experience. Menu recs: Pulpo Deviled eggs Spicy Rigatoni Smoked Fish Dip Brunch recs: Breakfast Tacos Pan Perdu Avocado Toast Everyone is always friendly and the team behind the bar doesn’t miss a beat!!! Hats off!!

Jocelyn Campos

I went there the first Saturday that they opened and i loved every moment of it. My waitress was Tyler and she was the sweetest most welcoming person ever!! Her attentiveness was perfect. I didn’t even expect being seated next to Lance McCullers Jr himself. I asked for a picture and he was so nice and asked about our experience. We were so content that we went back that next morning for the breakfast and coffee. We saw Tyler again and met the best host ever, Clark. Clark was so sweet and welcoming, he had great conversation skills. I can’t wait to go back to see them again!! The breakfast tacos were amazing and the green salsa was immaculate.

Brett Harmeling

Amazing space with an abundance of natural lighting. Elevated drinks and high-powered coffee. Ambiance is good for meeting and workflow. Location is superior and service top notch. Great work to Juan Carlos and the Rex Hospitality team! 10/10 recommend!

T Jack

Popped in for coffee. The abuelita chai latter “dirty” was amazing. Hints of cocoa without being sweet was perfection. Outdoor seating with a bit of background music and great views of the downtown skyline. My only critique is there really is no seating inside for folks who are just ordering coffee. It seemed geared more towards folks dining in. Coffee shop with a hostess stand was difficult to reconcile.

Nicole D

We went for Taco Tuesday bingo, but were a bit too early. I instead ordered the burger and it was the best I have ever eaten in my life. The fries were perfect. Service was perfect, friendly, and kind from Bex. The chef came out and talked to us. She was also so friendly and kind. DJ 3-D was fun and lively and gave us an amazing set of 90s music. I was so happy that I didn't want to leave. I would've shut this place down if I didn't have to get back home. I cannot wait to go back. I cannot recommend this place enough!

Came here for brunch with friends after a class at Yoga Better. It's a cute place with a nice aesthetic. The food and my espresso martini was good. 3 out of 4 of us ordered the breakfast tacos (avocado black beans and egg & tater tot pico and eggs) which came with potatoes. My friend also ordered the waffles and they enjoyed it. I also ordered the blueberry muffin but it never came out which leads me to my next point and the reason for my rating. The service was lackluster or non-existent. The waitress came to take our drink order and it felt like a lot of time had passed before she came back to take our food order. The food came out and not once did the waitress or anyone else come back to check on us. Had she done that she would have known my muffin never came out. She finally came by to give us our check and apologize for not coming back to check on us. The bright side was they comped my muffin. I'll check them out again and hope the service improves.

Rather mediocre brunch offering. My chilaquiles were soggy when they came out and service was impersonal and sporadic. The host was incredibly nice and welcoming, but after that it was a rather lackluster experience. Also, rather disappointed that they only had Gulf oysters available, especially with how warm it still is. Overall a cute concept but there are better options in town for the same price point.

Mary LeCompte

Came here for brunch with friends after a class at Yoga Better. It's a cute place with a nice aesthetic. The food and my espresso martini was good. 3 out of 4 of us ordered the breakfast tacos (avocado black beans and egg & tater tot pico and eggs) which came with potatoes. My friend also ordered the waffles and they enjoyed it. I also ordered the blueberry muffin but it never came out which leads me to my next point and the reason for my rating. The service was lackluster or non-existent. The waitress came to take our drink order and it felt like a lot of time had passed before she came back to take our food order. The food came out and not once did the waitress or anyone else come back to check on us. Had she done that she would have known my muffin never came out. She finally came by to give us our check and apologize for not coming back to check on us. The bright side was they comped my muffin. I'll check them out again and hope the service improves.

Adam Richardson

Rather mediocre brunch offering. My chilaquiles were soggy when they came out and service was impersonal and sporadic. The host was incredibly nice and welcoming, but after that it was a rather lackluster experience. Also, rather disappointed that they only had Gulf oysters available, especially with how warm it still is. Overall a cute concept but there are better options in town for the same price point.

I love coming to Maven; it’s extremely nice and the food is pretty good; but the customer service isn’t too great. I’ve been coming here for months and haven’t had the best service with 3 of the cashiers. Most of the time no one welcomes you when you walk in, they’re a bit passive aggressive and quite frankly, it’s just not really a welcoming environment. The scenery, food and drinks are 9/10 but the service is 4/10. I think what’s more important than the taste and quality of a restaurant is the service. I love y’all Maven but please do better with the how you welcome and service guest. At the least, just put a smile on your face.

Carley Brielle

I love coming to Maven; it’s extremely nice and the food is pretty good; but the customer service isn’t too great. I’ve been coming here for months and haven’t had the best service with 3 of the cashiers. Most of the time no one welcomes you when you walk in, they’re a bit passive aggressive and quite frankly, it’s just not really a welcoming environment. The scenery, food and drinks are 9/10 but the service is 4/10. I think what’s more important than the taste and quality of a restaurant is the service. I love y’all Maven but please do better with the how you welcome and service guest. At the least, just put a smile on your face.

em pru

i got burnt french toast for $17. it was dry too, no syrup (i had to ask for it). the pornstar martini i got was amazing but im disappointed in the food. overpriced with poor presentation. like why is that little piece off to the side? i think they could use more indoor seating. service from the staff was otherwise great. loved my waiter and the runners.

Here’s the thing. The breakfast tacos at Maven are pretty great, and I’ve had MANY awesome experiences here. So, today I was having a particularly stressful day and decided to treat myself and even added an iced coffee to my order! All was going well until they handed me the cup with “Some Call it OCD … Obsessive Coffee Drinker” on the cup. As someone who has struggled with OCD her whole life and knows the terrible side of it, I’m shocked that this would even be something to PRINT on a cup?! As much as I like Maven, I’m not sure I can support a company that tries to make fun of a serious mental health condition. Do better.

Warning for anyone visiting. I was hit with what looked like a card-scam attempt. I paid for two drinks, tip included, and the transaction went through. Twenty minutes later a staff member claimed my card was “declined” and told me to pay again. My bank confirmed the payment had fully processed, yet they kept insisting I use another card. A second staff member came out, raised her voice, dismissed the bank record right in front of my client, and said I “still had to pay.” When I refused to be charged twice, she laughed and told me they’d never serve me again. This tactic is common: they claim a normal pending charge means a decline and hope you won’t question a second transaction. All payments show as pending at first. Unprofessional, aggressive and deeply suspicious. Never going back.

Sophie Cooke

Here’s the thing. The breakfast tacos at Maven are pretty great, and I’ve had MANY awesome experiences here. So, today I was having a particularly stressful day and decided to treat myself and even added an iced coffee to my order! All was going well until they handed me the cup with “Some Call it OCD … Obsessive Coffee Drinker” on the cup. As someone who has struggled with OCD her whole life and knows the terrible side of it, I’m shocked that this would even be something to PRINT on a cup?! As much as I like Maven, I’m not sure I can support a company that tries to make fun of a serious mental health condition. Do better.

Waggs

Warning for anyone visiting. I was hit with what looked like a card-scam attempt. I paid for two drinks, tip included, and the transaction went through. Twenty minutes later a staff member claimed my card was “declined” and told me to pay again. My bank confirmed the payment had fully processed, yet they kept insisting I use another card. A second staff member came out, raised her voice, dismissed the bank record right in front of my client, and said I “still had to pay.” When I refused to be charged twice, she laughed and told me they’d never serve me again. This tactic is common: they claim a normal pending charge means a decline and hope you won’t question a second transaction. All payments show as pending at first. Unprofessional, aggressive and deeply suspicious. Never going back.