The Blind Goat

Overview

The Blind Goat is a modern Vietnamese gastropub located in Houston, Texas. Founded by Christine Ha, the winner of "MasterChef" Season 3, the restaurant opened in 2019 within Bravery Chef Hall, a downtown food court.

In 2023, Ha expanded to a larger, standalone location in the Spring Branch neighborhood. The goal is to bring a fresh perspective to Vietnamese cuisine.

Design and Atmosphere

The restaurant's design evokes the ambiance of a beachside, open-air seafood market in Vietnam. Features include cascading rope installations and light, airy blues.

This creates a casual yet polished atmosphere for diners to enjoy.

Menu Highlights

The Blind Goat offers a fusion of traditional Vietnamese flavors infused with modern twists, reflecting Ha's culinary journey and heritage.

• Bánh Khọt: Crispy rice cakes topped with shrimp, providing a delightful texture and flavor.
• Crawfish and Garlic Noodles: A Houston-inspired take on a Vietnamese classic, combining local crawfish with flavorful garlic noodles.
• Texas BBQ Brisket Fried Rice: Blends smoked brisket with traditional fried rice, showcasing the fusion of Texas and Vietnamese cuisines.
• Rubbish Apple Pie A La Mode: Incorporates Vietnamese flavors like star anise, lemongrass, ginger, and fish sauce caramel, served with vanilla bean ice cream.

Drink Menu

The drink menu features inventive cocktails such as the "Old Fashioned Campfire." This includes Japanese whisky fat-washed with peanut butter, cinnamon, Licor 43, and Angostura bitters.

A marshmallow is toasted tableside for added coziness and sensory experience.

Awards and Recognition

The Blind Goat earned a James Beard Foundation semi-finalist nomination for Best New Restaurant in America in 2020.

This highlights the restaurant's innovative approach to Vietnamese cuisine and culinary excellence.

Location

The Blind Goat operates in Houston, Texas, with its primary location at:

• 8145 Long Point Road, Houston, TX 77055
• Houston, TX, USA