The Blind Goat
5-Course Modern Viet-Texan Tasting Event
Opened in 2019 in Bravery Chef Hall and, as of this past February, relocated to its spanking new quarters in Spring Branch, this superb Vietnamese eatery captures the full artistry of Founding Chef Christine Ha, best known for being the blind winner of “MasterChef” with Gordon Ramsay in 2012 and a perennial nominee for James Beard's Award "Best Chef" and "Outstanding Chef". The American-born daughter of Vietnamese refugees, Chef Ha began The Blind Goat as a 400-square-foot station inside a food hall. That didn’t stop the James Beard Foundation however from naming it a Semi-Finalist for "Best New Restaurant in America"! Diners delight in Chef Ma’s creations, like puffed rice noodles with tofu, bang bang shrimp, coconut mussels, Texas BBQ brisket fried rice, and so much more. And let’s not forget her epic “MasterChef” dessert: rubbish apple pie, with Vietnamese spices like star anise, lemongrass, and ginger - and a scoop of Cosmic Ice Cream’s vanilla bean ice cream drizzled with fish sauce caramel, to top it all off. Need we say more?
About the Host:
Christine Ha
Chef/Owner
Born and raised in Houston after her family left Vietnam, Chef Christine Ha taught herself to cook her native cuisine by experimenting in her kitchen. A New York Times bestselling cookbook author, she is a “MasterChef” with Gordon Ramsay Winner, and a perennial James Beard “Best Chef” and “Outstanding Chef” Semi-Finalist.
The Lineup
Courses #1-#4 will be served family style. Course #5 will be served individually plated.
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Bánh Khọt
lettuce-wrapped crispy cake with turmeric, coconut milk, shrimp, scallion oil, fish sauce
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The Great Green Papaya Salad
sweet beef jerky, grape tomato, roasted peanuts, sesame, honey & shrimp paste vinaigrette
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Crawfish & Garlic Noodles
butter, freshly grated parmesan, lemon zest
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Steak & Cải Làn
grilled ribeye, chinese broccoli, pickled onion, spicy nam jim sauce, jasmine rice
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Chè Thái Sundae
toasted coconut sorbet, lychee, longan, jackfruit, assorted jellies, roasted peanuts
The Blind Goat
8145 Long Point Rd
Houston, TX 77055
Event FAQs
- Do I have to bring printed tickets to the event?
- No tickets are needed.
- What does the ticket price cover?
- The ticket price covers the full cost of the meal.
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- Can I bring guests/non-members to this event?
- Yep! For this event, guest tickets are $85 + tax & tip, and you can bring up to 3 guests. Please note, guests are not allowed to attend unaccompanied by a member.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
- What must I bring to the event?
- Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- At this event, we will be able to accommodate most dietary restrictions and food allergies except for those with gluten, soy, vegetarian, shellfish, alliums or garlic restrictions. Please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at support@tastingcollective.com after you purchase tickets to let us know what your allergies/restrictions are.
- What parking information has the restaurant provided for this event?
- According to the restaurant, parking is available through their private lot and/or garage.
