Artisan & Vine Market by Tres Market Foods — Restaurant in Houston

I have a new spot! So, this used to be a convenient store years ago. They did a phenomenal job remodeling this space! I finally tried TM and they most definitely live up to their hype! I stopped in for lunch and a little browsing. I was greeted warmly. I ended up staying to eat my lunch there and picked up a meal to bake at home since I can’t cook during the World Series (GO ASTROS!). The store front itself is lovely with a small bench right outside the large windows. It looks like a French country store (hence the name). Parking is super convenient. My car was literally 5 steps from the entrance. The store is beautifully decorated inside. They have 3 tables with 4 pretty rattan high back cushioned chairs at each and 3 additional tables with wood chairs that seat 2 per section along the windows for dining, Simon & Garfunkel (plus other 70’s folk/easy listening music) playing on the speakers and a nice relaxing energy to enjoy some down time. I chose the chicken salad lunchbox. They have 2 to select from: cranberry walnut bread and Parker House rolls. I chose the Parker House rolls. I don’t like a lot of stuff in my bread, so I went for the plainer option. The lunchbox comes with 3 chicken salad sandwich rolls, chips, a fruit cup and a sweet treat. The drink is separate. Everything was delicious! I love the chicken salad on Parker House rolls. They add celery and just the right about of mayonnaise. The flavor is very good. The chips were Miss Vickie’s, which is always a winner. The fruit was fresh and the sweet treat was oh so yummy! For my dinner later, I took home a frozen classic spaghetti and meatball meal. With easy prep and instructions on the container, I popped it in the oven, watched the game and enjoyed my delightful Italian meal 45 minutes later (thaw before heating). The meatballs were sauced well and so good. It was like homemade heaven. The small is enough for 3-4 people or to have for leftovers. Not bad for $12.50. The store has so many meal options. Casseroles, vegetarian meals, dips, pickles, olives, pies, quail eggs, cookies, jellies, muffins, salads, dressings, croutons, sandwiches, soups, bread, olives, wine (yes, that IS a meal option, especially when paired with bread and olives), even small tubs of Blue Bell ice cream... you name, they got it! The middle of the store and the outer walls are all lined with freezer/refrigerated sections to house all of their homemade yummies. It’s quite elaborate. It is truly a wonderful place and I am so happy it’s convenient to my home and work! You will pay a little more than regular places, but the taste, quality and convenience is well worth it. It’s honestly a good deal when you weight the benefits and satisfaction. I was so impressed with Tres Market, I have decided to go back for lunch today to try more items. I am positive this will become a favorite spot of mine. Cooler weather is near and the comfort food TM has will be received well. You could eat there for a month and probably never repeat an item. Great job, TM. You really have a treasured spot! HIGHLY recommend. Update: I went back today and brought my boss. This time, I got their bacon egg salad - Goodness! It was delicoius!! This place is going to be my go to for lunches and "I don't want to...

We lost power for 3 days, and water was only restored yesterday (March 6, 2021). Because I needed foods that needed no more preparation than perhaps thawing, and heating, without making more dishes, I was more than usually disappointed with the grocery stores’ options.

I thought about the grab-n-go places that I knew existed, and performed a general search, including “near me.” Tres Market came up. After examining the photos, I decided to take a chance.

Less than $200 later, I went home with more than enough to feed my mother and myself for four days, with a thing or two for the freezer, and later.

We have now tried all but one of the items chosen, and I can say UNRESERVEDLY that I have found my favorite restaurant, for American food, picnics, lunches, TV dinners, snacks, salads, charcuterie, and dessert.

No lie.

The food is familiar but often a little unexpected, tasty, and made from the highest quality ingredients. The recipes are clearly from minds with culinary education as well as a good deal of imagination.

I cannot wait to go back—tomorrow, I...

I discovered this gem about two months ago after living in the area for far too long, driving by it countless times, and not knowing what Tres Market was. After hearing a friend mention it, I decided to go in that same week, and on average, probably visit it once a week now. The food is consistently fresh and delicious, and I would highly recommend it to anyone! It has been perfect for quick, homemade dinners (just homemade by someone else), meals to keep on hand for unexpected crazy days where you don't feel like cooking when getting home late, and even as a gift to a friend to recently had a baby.

The service is nice, but I will say the GM/chef, Chris is really the rockstar. As busy as they are, he has taken the time to show me wines that pair with the meals I've selected, tell me the story of the winery, and make sure it's what I want. It's service like his that keeps you coming back time and time again.

If you haven't tried Tres Market yet, you should. Don't wait as...