Nordstrom Cafe

Inside the Nordstrom's at the Galleria
832.201.2700

I like coming to the Nordstrom Cafe to unwind with friends. It's an upscale cafe with the obligatory plush booths, open kitchen and busy waitstaff. They bill themselves as an affordable bistro: It's not that affordable.

My turkey avocado panini was just under $10. Their soup is about $4. The food is good, but not great. But there is something about the hustle and bustle of this lunch spot that compels me to come here when I want to have interesting conversation or when I want a break from my workday.

Come for the iced tea, nicely prepared food, and great ambiance--not a food experience.