Cafe Leonelli

Cafe Leonelli An Italian café offering quick, high quality dishes from The Bastion Collection.

Located in the Nancy and Rich Kinder Building at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston. Cafe Leonelli is a one-of-a-kind Italian cafe located on the campus of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH). Michelin star chef, Jonathan Benno, has crafted a mouth-watering menu with fresh focaccia, sandwiches, salads, and delicious, hot Italian cuisine including lasagna and eggplant parmigiana. So, enjoy a pipi

ng hot latte or an innovative Frohzen sweet treat created by Chef Salvatore Martone as you indulge in some outdoor dining. If you are searching for great authentic Italian food or the best ice cream in Houston, Cafe Leonelli will not only meet your needs, it'll surprise you with its tastiness and the creativity of the dishes served!

Your next private event has a home at Café Leonelli. Situated within the Kinder Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Hou...
07/21/2026

Your next private event has a home at Café Leonelli. Situated within the Kinder Building at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, this light-filled space accommodates up to 70 guests for a seated event or 80 for a cocktail reception. Inquire to begin planning.

Still inspired and still delicious. Enjoy “Cookiesmo” - our Culinary Canvas chocolate coffee cookie inspired by the Muse...
07/17/2026

Still inspired and still delicious. Enjoy “Cookiesmo” - our Culinary Canvas chocolate coffee cookie inspired by the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston’s Picasso–Klee–Matisse exhibition. Available all day Wednesday through Sunday through September 13.

The final whistle is coming, but the “Golden Popcorn Ice Cream” is still here. Celebrate the last week of the world’s bi...
07/14/2026

The final whistle is coming, but the “Golden Popcorn Ice Cream” is still here. Celebrate the last week of the world’s biggest tournament with a scoop (or three) of Café Leonelli’s popcorn ice cream topped with crunchy caramel popcorn.

Available through July 19, Wednesday through Sunday.

Lemon, Ganache, or Tiramisu - the only decision you need to make today. Find our tarts at Café Leonelli, made our pastry...
07/03/2026

Lemon, Ganache, or Tiramisu - the only decision you need to make today. Find our tarts at Café Leonelli, made our pastry team.

If your Fourth of July weekend includes Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Café Leonelli is ready for you. We are open Friday...
06/29/2026

If your Fourth of July weekend includes Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Café Leonelli is ready for you. We are open Friday, July 3rd from 9:30AM - 8PM, and Saturday, July 4th and Sunday, July 5th from 9:30AM - 6PM. Stop in for a bite before or after the galleries.

Summer evenings call for a longer visit. Explore Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and stop by Café Leonelli before you leave...
06/26/2026

Summer evenings call for a longer visit. Explore Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and stop by Café Leonelli before you leave - open until 8PM on Thursdays and Fridays, with Happy Hour from 4PM to 8PM.

Slice of the day? From 11AM to close, Café Leonelli is serving focaccia - Margherita with roasted tomato and fresh basil...
06/24/2026

Slice of the day? From 11AM to close, Café Leonelli is serving focaccia - Margherita with roasted tomato and fresh basil, Pepperoni, and a Seasonal Focaccia with ricotta, honey, figs, and pear. See you soon.

Salad made your way. Start with romaine or arugula, choose your toppings, and build the perfect bowl at Café Leonelli. O...
06/19/2026

Salad made your way. Start with romaine or arugula, choose your toppings, and build the perfect bowl at Café Leonelli. Or keep it classic with a Chicken Caesar - either way, we’ve got you covered.

The tournament is here and so is the perfect scoop. Café Leonelli celebrates the world’s biggest sporting event with a l...
06/15/2026

The tournament is here and so is the perfect scoop. Café Leonelli celebrates the world’s biggest sporting event with a limited “Golden Popcorn Ice Cream” - popcorn ice cream topped with crunchy caramel popcorn.

Enjoy one scoop (or three), available Wednesday through Sunday throughout the tournament, beginning June 17.

The lunch order is easy today. Lasagna Bolognese - layers of pasta, beef bolognese, light béchamel, mozzarella, and Parm...
06/13/2026

The lunch order is easy today. Lasagna Bolognese - layers of pasta, beef bolognese, light béchamel, mozzarella, and Parmesan, waiting for you at Café Leonelli.

Great food, beautiful art, and a 417-bulb light installation overhead. Find us at Café Leonelli inside the - order at t...
06/09/2026

Great food, beautiful art, and a 417-bulb light installation overhead. Find us at Café Leonelli inside the - order at the marble counter and dine in or al fresco.

Address

5500 Main Street
Houston, TX
77004

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

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