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Vegan
Pizza
International
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Beer/Wine
Take-out
Gluten-free
Breakfast
Vegan restaurant offering a variety of appetizers, soups, entrees, pizzas, salads, brunch dishes and desserts. Also serves cocktails and mocktails. Located in Heights Waterworks. Open Tue-Thu 11:00am-9:00pm, Fri 11:00am-10:00pm, Sat 10:00am-10:00pm, Sun 10:00am-4:00pm. Closed Mon.
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449 W 19th St, Unit C200 (at Heights Waterworks), Houston, Texas, USA, 77008
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- Outdoor seating
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
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Last update on 29 May 2025 by Guest
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Added by pantulim on 31 Mar 2023
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65 Reviews
First Review by pantulim
lori.evolved
Points +28
2nd visit to Houston and The Ginger Mule - Edit
My co-worker and I found this place last year when we came for a work trip and we knew we had to go back. This is hands down the best Plant based restaurant I have ever eaten at. We got the nachos this time and they were my favorite!
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daalai
Points +2468
Great brunch! - Edit
Loved the brunch options, and the omelet was pretty realistic as well. Non vegans loved it as well. I’d definitely go back
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-10-03
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Roy_Pyers
Points +74
Great Food & Attentive Service - Edit
I had the lunch special, including the home greens, hearty omelette breakfast sandwich, and key lime pie. All three were hits and tasted lovely. Brian was my server and particularly cheerful and attentive. Highly recommend for plant-based food and great price point.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-09-02
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roldland
Points +182
Fantastic food and classy vibe - Edit
I have been looking forward to trying the Ginger Mule and my work travel finally lined up so I could visit for lunch. We were seated at the bar as they filled up with the lunch crowd and it worked out great. The menu is extensive. Everything sounded great. I started with the fried tofu sticks and then had the Encinitas wrap with sweet potato fries. So good! The tofu sticks were hot and crispy. The wrap had a sneaky spiciness that worked perfectly. The sweet potato fries were perfect. It hit the spot and I left stuffed. Am amazing lunch.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-08-05
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Aethelsea
Points +46
Excellent! - Edit
I still dream about the house omelette. Seriously, everything was phenomenal.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-07-27
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graceo
Points +184
So many options that are vegan and gluten free! - Edit
I loved this place. Almost everything on their menu is gluten free except for a few items. There are so many options to choose from, and they offer brunch! I wish I hadn't come here on my last day because I might have gone every day ! I had the lunch special which is a great deal (appetizer/salad, main course, and dessert) for $19. I had the caesar salad which had heart of palms, a shroomwich with fried oyster mushrooms (breaded) and the guava cheesecake. The presentation is lovely. The shroomwich was amazing. They also have a bunch of salads and healthier options.
Read morePros: Variety, Great Staff, Delicious!!
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alisonb42
Points +120
adorable place, extensive menu - Edit
This place is SO cute. The menu is huge! We ordered Jupiter's Medley with pancakes and a JustEgg scramble, plus the cauliflower bites.
Read moreThe food is quite good but I wish I'd had the option for a tofu scramble instead of JustEgg. The pancakes were VERY good and come with a whipped cream!
Pros: adorable space, lots of options
Cons: expensive
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ECDLR
Points +1104
Wish I could try everything! - Edit
It was hard to choose with all the delicious looking options, and only being there once I just ordered one main. The enchiladas were great! The drinks were pretty good. Love the interior, back patio was gorgeous too.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-04-08
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leac1980
Points +441
Amazing!!!! - Edit
The food was amazing! I wish we could visit again, but we leave before they open. I had the Sweet & Tangy Brussels, Crab Puffs, Edamame, Enchiladas, and Bocaditos (Cocadas) for dessert. Since the entire restaurant is vegan, it was so hard to choose! 🌱😋
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-03-09
Pros: Service - help me decide what to get , Vibe of the restaurant , Quality and quantity of food
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carloscjl
Points +18
Awesome Place amazing food - Edit
The food is outstandingly good, big shou put to the oyster mushroom parmesan and all deserts are a must.
Read moreThe place is really warm and people serving are top nicely. A must if you are in Houston
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FeliceHoward
Points +123
Homerun again - Edit
Once again, the food was delicious and original. Tried the new plantain crisp topped with black beans and veggies, which was excellent.
Read morePros: Wonderful food, Extensive menu, Healthy options, not vegan junk food
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CrystalMalone
Points +66
Ultimate vegan experience - Edit
This is my favorite vegan restaurant in Houston! Everything on their menu is delicious. Wide variety of cuisines to choose from. Staff are always very friendly. All their milk options are made fresh in-house.
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supadupabee
Points +119
Cute place but the food was meh and expensive - Edit
I was excited to try this place out but to be honest I wasn't very impressed with the food, especially for the price. I had the hot shroom sandwich and that was pretty good, though it did give me some indigestion later. I also ordered the fish tacos and didn't like them, and the butter cake with oatmilk ice cream tasted like bland cornbread. I also ordered one of their mules and it tasted weird, thankfully they removed it from my bill.
Read morePros: Nice atmosphere, Very friendly staff
Cons: Food wasn't that good, Parking lot was full, Expensive
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MaryMuaglam
Points +316
Spectacular - Edit
Every time I visit, I am always greeted at the door. Nothing but exceptional service and friendly staff. The food is amazing every time. The chef’s here have a passion for cooking delicious vegan food.
Read morePros: Seating, Parking, Friendly staff
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FitzForTheAnimals
Points +670
Great atmosphere, food and drinks - Edit
Fully vegan, a bit less casual/more upscale restaurant. Lots of gluten free options as well. The service was fast and friendly. I enjoyed a delicious curry and cocktail. Will definitely be back!
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ColleenKennedy
Points +19
All around winner - Edit
Friendly staff, most of whom have been there a while so it seems like a positive place to work at as well. There are no menu weak spots-even things I disliked simply because they’re not my taste (crab puffs) were well executed and honestly gorgeous dishes!
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KP1760
Points +357
Wonderful restaurant - Edit
Such an abundance of vegan options, and so many interesting dishes! We got the penne pasta with broccoli and olive oil; the baby spinach salad with garbanzo beans, cranberries, raisins, carrots, onions, and dressing; the fried rice with Just Egg, broccoli, and cauliflower; and tres leches for dessert. Everything was so delicious, and the atmosphere was very welcoming.
Read morePros: So many choices!, Such delicious food!, Welcoming vibe
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IndigoPixels
Points +64
So many delicious choices - Edit
Cute little place! I loved that I could pick anything on the menu and there were things other than bowls. I love bowls, but I’m also tired of that being the only plant-based option. The butternut squash lasagna was delicious (as were the salad and sourdough). My non-vegan son had pancakes and an omelet. He was skeptical before he started eating and then declared it better than most brunch places.
Read morePros: Selection, Friendly staff, Delicious
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cmshep12
Points +45
Fantastic - Edit
I order from The Ginger Mule every time I’m in Houston for work and it’s delicious. Everything I’ve ordered has been carefully made and tasty. Great to see a vegan restaurant with such a diverse menu in Houston! The tres leaches cake incredible!
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byfc33
Points +42
Upscale and FULLY Vegan| Great Appetizers - Edit
We celebrated a friend’s birthday who is transitioning to plant based. We had the crab puffs and nachos for an appetizer and omg. Sooo good! The nachos were spicy. My friend had the truffle pizza which was very creamy and nice. Someone else had the curry and it was seriously tasty. The only reason I gave it 4 stars was because I had the the enchilada plate and it was subpar. Not very flavorful. Disappointing because Houston is the heart of Tex-Mex. The queso fresco was quite nice though. I think it may have been a fluke based on the fact that everything else was amazing. My friend had a mocktail and I had the lemonade. No notes. Pricey but will definitely be going back for special occasions or to treat myself!
Read morePros: Creative plates , Range in cuisine , Drinks were very nice
Cons: Pricey
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RitaMae
Points +29
Cheap oil central - Edit
I have continued to try different dishes but each time I have symptoms of severe inflammation. Admittedly I’m super sensitive…
Read moreThis restaurant has a great staff and is always packed w people who want lots of yummy comfort food that’s also vegan! and their servings are generous.
But for those of us who are ultra sensitive to certain ingredients
E g Canola oil or soy products …. This is not the ideal spot
Updated from previous review on 2025-07-05
Pros: Staff is great , Location is ideal , Always lively
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Kimby1000
Points +400
Still my favorite restaurant! - Edit
Updated 5/24/25:
Read moreI stand by my original review. The chocolate brownie is amazing! Some of our other favorites are the Peachy Keen Mule, the Verde Ponderosa, Sweet Potato Waffle Fries, Buddha Bowl, Birra Taco Plate, Oyster Mushroom Parmigiana, the Gyro, and of course Pancakes for brunch
Original review:
Shortly after Ginger Mule opened, it became my favorite restaurant. It is all real food. No processed faux foods. The meat substitutes are made fresh, on-site. I've been vegan since 1991. I'm very impressed by the creativity and quality of the dishes. Plus the wait staff are charming and professional. Decor is a little artsy/trendy. Bathrooms are very clean.
Updated from previous review on 2023-07-09
Pros: Menu is 100% vegan., Decadent desserts!, Mocktails and cocktails
Cons: Pricey, Some portions are too large.
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DLHall
Points +53
Deserves it's five star rating - Edit
Fabulous staff here that make you welcome, food arrives quickly and is of a high quality and lots of options to choose from.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-03-11
Pros: Gorgeous food options, Great staff
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fufflycloud6
Points +66
best pancakes - Edit
the ginger mule is such a cute spot! the omelette was yummy and light. The pancakes were some of best i’ve ever had!!! Also that whip cream too?? wow! the service was nice. Coffee was delicious!
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dertysouf
Points +52
The best!!+++ - Edit
This was the best vegan breakfast I've ever had hands down...nice friendly staff i highly recommend this place.
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lucasbaritone
Points +100
Amazing!!! - Edit
You cannot go wrong with this menu.
Read morePros: Food, Service, Atmosphere
Cons: You may have to wait for a table , They don’t take reservations
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SvenWallsten
Points +53
One of the best Plant Based Restaurants! - Edit
Incredible food and service. The place is really nice and the food exceptional
Read morePros: Great place, Great service, Great food
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