In 2008, Jonathan set upon combining spices and ingredients and, after 100 days, hence The Rub was born. The Rub is a blend of spicy, salty, sweet and savory spices all in balance, created for the passionate palette for maximum flavor. While The Rub literally refers to this special ingredient, it shares a deeper meaning; taken from Shakespeare (To be or not to be…), The Rub represents the very physical and tangible aspects of Jonathan’s restaurant, as well as the emotional connection and passion for it.
Warm & homey upscale destination showcasing luxe steaks, modern global fare, cocktails & fine wines.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 12505 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77024
Phone: (713) 808-9291
Website: https://www.jonathanstherub.com/
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CJ Weinstein
Beautiful location and wonderful atmosphere to accompany the outstanding menu. We had the Denver Pot Roast, Tuna Osaka, and the Chilean Sea Bass. Paired with Aperol Spritz, a Cosmopolitan, and a Sauvignon Blanc. The cocktails were as visually appealing and they were Devine. All lunches were perfectly cooked and aestechically inviting to enjoy. Can’t wait to go back. It was the perfect place to Celebrate a birthday.
… moreNelly Aldana
What a delight! Michael made me feel so welcomed! I went by my myself and didn’t feel that way. The food is outstanding! Manor was also so sweet and helpful! The hostess was not only gorgeous but courteous! 10/10!! Can’t wait to come back
… moreMocmoc P
Jonathan’s The Rub at Memorial Drive offers a decent three-course meal experience. The Gumbo soup was a flavorful standout, rich and savory. While the braised Denver beef was good, it didn’t quite reach exceptional. The bread pudding, though tasty, was a bit too dense for my preference. The service was impeccable, and the warm, inviting atmosphere made for a pleasant evening. We will certainly return to explore more of their menu.
… moreAllison K
I would give this spot a 2.7/5. I came here on a Wednesday night so thankfully parking wasn’t too hard to find. The interior is polished and the bathrooms are nice and clean.
For drinks, I started off with a Caramel Macchiato Martini. This was recommended by the waitress when I asked her for the bar’s sweetest drink. Yes, it was sweet but it was also very boozy and had a strong alcohol aftertaste so I wasn’t able to finish it but if you’re someone who enjoys both sweet and boozy, this might be right up your alley!
I got the bacon wrapped scallops for appetizers and even though the seasoning and flavor was decent, it was unfortunately too salty.
For the entrée, I ended up getting the 16oz Traditional Ribeye. Contrary to the scallops, the steak was severely undersalted. As for the mashed potato, this was unfortuantely also a flop. The flavor of the mashed potato was more similar to a potato salad since it had that sour aftertaste as if there was a vinagerette-based dressing/seasoning in there. Regardless, I wasn’t the biggest fan.
Overall, the restaurant’s layout was pretty, the service was fine, but the food didn’t do it for me.
… moreFor drinks, I started off with a Caramel Macchiato Martini. This was recommended by the waitress when I asked her for the bar’s sweetest drink. Yes, it was sweet but it was also very boozy and had a strong alcohol aftertaste so I wasn’t able to finish it but if you’re someone who enjoys both sweet and boozy, this might be right up your alley!
I got the bacon wrapped scallops for appetizers and even though the seasoning and flavor was decent, it was unfortunately too salty.
For the entrée, I ended up getting the 16oz Traditional Ribeye. Contrary to the scallops, the steak was severely undersalted. As for the mashed potato, this was unfortuantely also a flop. The flavor of the mashed potato was more similar to a potato salad since it had that sour aftertaste as if there was a vinagerette-based dressing/seasoning in there. Regardless, I wasn’t the biggest fan.
Overall, the restaurant’s layout was pretty, the service was fine, but the food didn’t do it for me.
Lincoln Obie
I was craving a good brunch and landed in Jonathan’s the Run. We had pomegranate hibiscus mimosas to drink. So refreshing! To eat we shared the lobster tacos (A+) a delicious cold lobster salad on a corn tortilla, bacon wrapped scallops (A), crab cake (D) missing the sear, and red fish and grits (B) delicious but a little overcooked. Overall, it was a great brunch.
… moreBrita Lindsey, EdD
My family and I enjoyed Jonathan’s The Rub with the exception of how our eggs were cooked.
We asked for scambled, the chef said no although eggs were on the menu. We told our server we would take them fried, the chef sent them out over easy.
We do not eat raw eggs, so we asked that they cook longer. By this time I am sure the chef was sick of us so they sent the eggs out hard as bricks. Our poor server (who was great) was mortified.
Needless to say, we kept them. I did not eat mine, my aunt peeled off the overcooked portion and ate hers.
If you read my other reviews, I rarely send anything back!
I understand policy and procedure, it was not brunch; however eggs were on the menu as an add on. So we added egg on to our meal. The menu did not state you cannot add them on to other meals and only served over easy.
We were disappointed in our meal:( But the other meals were great!
… moreWe asked for scambled, the chef said no although eggs were on the menu. We told our server we would take them fried, the chef sent them out over easy.
We do not eat raw eggs, so we asked that they cook longer. By this time I am sure the chef was sick of us so they sent the eggs out hard as bricks. Our poor server (who was great) was mortified.
Needless to say, we kept them. I did not eat mine, my aunt peeled off the overcooked portion and ate hers.
If you read my other reviews, I rarely send anything back!
I understand policy and procedure, it was not brunch; however eggs were on the menu as an add on. So we added egg on to our meal. The menu did not state you cannot add them on to other meals and only served over easy.
We were disappointed in our meal:( But the other meals were great!
Brittany Banks
A friend recommended this place to me, so I came here for my birthday and it did not disappoint. The breakfast was excellent. I ordered the French toast, grits, and sausage.
The French toast was thick, fluffy, and had the perfect crisp on the outside. The orange slices on top added a nice citrusy touch, and that warm syrup brought it all together. The grits were creamy, well-seasoned, and had little pops of flavor from the green onions, definitely not your average side. Everything came out hot, fresh, and flavorful.
The atmosphere was chill, service was on point, and I left full and happy. I’ll definitely be back!
… moreThe French toast was thick, fluffy, and had the perfect crisp on the outside. The orange slices on top added a nice citrusy touch, and that warm syrup brought it all together. The grits were creamy, well-seasoned, and had little pops of flavor from the green onions, definitely not your average side. Everything came out hot, fresh, and flavorful.
The atmosphere was chill, service was on point, and I left full and happy. I’ll definitely be back!
RIch Smith
We had our anniversary dinner here. I had the Osaka Tuna which was prepared perfectly rare with a light crust on a foundation of spinach with a light craisen sauce over it. I chose the Brussels sprouts as a side, which were lovely. My wife had the wagyu filet, again prepared perfectly medium with a mushroom and onion sauce to drizzle over it. She also had the mac & cheese side (a standard favourite of hers) which again was wonderful. Our server was well accomplished which contributed to a very beautiful experience.
… moreBrian Hunt
While visiting my sister in Houston, we decided to give this place a try. The restaurants decor was delightful with an upscale vibe. Our server was just OK, not sure he had the training to make dining out in an upscale establishment an exciting experience. We ordered the bacon wrapped scallops as an appetizer. The portion was small and came out undercooked, the bacon on the outside was fatty not crisp and the inside of the scallop was quite translucent. We sent it back and the second attempt was somewhat better. My sister ordered the Hemingway Margarita. The first round was fabulous and the second one was different in flavor and not as appealing. We decided to split the special which was a New York strip steak with chimichuri, asparagus and roasted potatoes. The steak was perfectly cooked and delicious. For dessert I ordered chocolate cake. Not spectacular, lacking that intense chocolate flavor and rich frosting that makes chocolate cake so fun to eat. Overall the prices did not bring the level of entertainment you would expect. The food presentation was outstanding. Had there been great service consistent drink preparation and mouth watering cuisine this could have been unforgettable.
… moreKadia Kamara
We had such a beautiful anniversary dinner at Jonathan on the Rug, and the experience truly exceeded our expectations. Even though we arrived close to closing time, the hostess went out of her way to seat us in the dining room after learning it was our anniversary. That small gesture meant so much to us.
Our waiter and the entire staff were incredibly kind and attentive, and they even surprised us with complimentary champagne and dessert to help us celebrate. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was outstanding from start to finish.
What really stood out was how genuinely thoughtful everyone was — it felt personal, not just like “restaurant service.” They helped make our anniversary feel truly special and memorable.
We highly recommend Jonathan on the Rug and will definitely be back. Thank you to the entire team for a wonderful evenin
… moreOur waiter and the entire staff were incredibly kind and attentive, and they even surprised us with complimentary champagne and dessert to help us celebrate. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was outstanding from start to finish.
What really stood out was how genuinely thoughtful everyone was — it felt personal, not just like “restaurant service.” They helped make our anniversary feel truly special and memorable.
We highly recommend Jonathan on the Rug and will definitely be back. Thank you to the entire team for a wonderful evenin