Dining
Cafe Leonelli and Le Jardinier are located in the Nancy and Rich Kinder Building for modern and contemporary art. Cafe Leonelli at Glassell School is in the Glassell School of Art. Convenient parking is available in the underground garage at 5101 Montrose Boulevard.
Cafe Leonelli at MFAH
Cafe Leonelli at MFAH
Photo by Claudia Casbarian for Julie Soefer Photography
Cafe Leonelli at MFAH
Cafe Leonelli at MFAH
Photo by Emily Chan
Cafe Leonelli at MFAH
Photo by Claudia Casbarian for Julie Soefer Photography
Cafe Leonelli at MFAH
Photo by Claudia Casbarian for Julie Soefer Photography
Enjoy traditional Italian cuisine in a friendly and relaxed environment. Cafe Leonelli at MFAH serves breakfast, salads, hot food, focaccia, and sweets, Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday–Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday–Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Holiday hours may vary. MFAH members receive a discount on dine-in service.
“A soaring, light-filled space. A suspended galaxy of a light installation. A stirring view ... and casual food that rises to the occasion.” —Houston Chronicle
Cafe Leonelli at Glassell School
This location of Cafe Leonelli is open Monday–Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and closed between semesters. Holiday hours may vary. Stop in for a selection of coffees, focaccia, sweets, and more when you want to take a break or pick up a treat on the go. MFAH members receive a discount.
Le Jardinier at MFAH
Celebrate Christmas Eve and Ring in the New Year with Michelin-starred Le Jardinier.
On Tuesday, December 24, experience a festive 5-course dinner menu curated by Executive Chef Felipe Botero and Pastry Chef Tiffani Gkaris.
On Tuesday, December 31, discover winter specialties from Executive Chef Felipe Botero and Pastry Chef Tiffani Gkaris.
French for “the gardener,” Le Jardinier offers a refined Michelin star culinary experience with dinner service Monday–Sunday; lunch Wednesday–Friday; happy hour and bar bites Monday–Thursday; and brunch on Saturday and Sunday.
Reduced-rate parking for Le Jardinier is $6. Parking for MFAH members is complimentary.
“Le Jardinier is the best museum restaurant in Texas—and one of the best in the U.S.” —Texas Monthly
Discover, Refresh, Savor, Reflect
There’s always something new to discover at Le Jardinier, Houston’s finest destination for contemporary French cuisine.
Refreshed by the food, inspired by the art—experience it all at Le Jardinier.
Savor the taste of celebration and indulge in the exquisite fare at Le Jardinier.
Seasonal menus, refined decor, and magnificent views reflect the rhythms of nature at Le Jardinier.