The Roof – American
Perched high above the city, this vibrant rooftop escape invites guests to soak in the skyline while savoring a spirited fusion of Gulf Coast soul and global flair. The kitchen turns out an array of bold, shareable plates, from the peppery heat of New Orleans BBQ shrimp and crispy boudin balls to the bright, citrusy snap of fresh seafood ceviche. It is a lively sanctuary where the aroma of rich andouille gumbo mingles with the evening breeze, creating an atmosphere that feels both sophisticated and celebratory.
1531 State Highway 6, Sugar Land TX https://theroofonthelake.com/Rating: 2/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at The Roof
Dairy-Free at The Roof
The Roof in Sugar Land has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Roof Garden Salad, 6oz Filet Mignon Steak and Bacon & Shaved Brussels Sprouts. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Roof
The Roof in Sugar Land has 6 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including 6oz Filet Mignon Steak, Bacon & Shaved Brussels Sprouts and Farmer's Market Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Roof
The Roof in Sugar Land has 25 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kale Caesar Salad, The Roof Garden Salad and Chocolate Brownie A 'La Mode. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Roof
The Roof in Sugar Land has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Shrimp, Grits & Crab Cake, Salmon Pontchartrain and Lamb Chops. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Roof
The Roof in Sugar Land has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Farmer's Market Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Roof
The Roof in Sugar Land has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Farmer's Market Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at The Roof
The Roof in Sugar Land has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Farmer's Market Vegetables, Warm Kale, Onion & Mushrooms and Collard Greens. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Roof
The Roof in Sugar Land has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Roof Garden Salad, Brabant Potatoes and Farmer's Market Vegetables. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Roof
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Salmon Pontchartrain | 13.7 g | 67.3 g |
| Kale Caesar Salad | 121.4 g | 55.7 g |
| Truffle Mac & Cheese | 35.7 g | 52.4 g |
| Tandoori Chicken Saffron Pasta | 32.3 g | 52.3 g |
| Shrimp, Grits & Crab Cake | 60.6 g | 49.2 g |
| The Roof Platter | 77.2 g | 47.1 g |
| Southwest Chicken Noodle Soup | 47.2 g | 39 g |
| The Roof Burger | 70.8 g | 35.8 g |
| The Seafood Burger | 85 g | 26.6 g |
| Wesley's Southern Fried Chicken | 17.4 g | 25.3 g |
| Roasted Beet Salad | 15.9 g | 25.2 g |
| Catfish & Grits | 18.3 g | 22.7 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Wednesday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
What diners are saying
Long-term patrons who have visited dozens of times highlight a desire for a return to the high-quality standards and ingredient freshness that originally defined their experiences. While guests value the established menu, recent
Menu
Small Plates
- New Orleans BBQ Shrimp - $13: Cajun Seasoned Gulf Shrimp, Seafood & Rosemary Compound Butter, Toasted French Bread Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Firecracker Shrimp Taco - $13: Flash Fried Gulf Shrimp, Spicy Remoulade Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boudin Balls - $10: Deep Fried Cajun Pork & Rice Sausage, Pepper Jelly Gastrique, Cajun Mayo Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon & Gulf Shrimp Ceviche - $9: South of the Border Style Salmon and Shrimp Ceviche, Plantain Chips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Spring Rolls - $8: Mixed Vegetable Spring Roll, Chili Glaze Sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Calamari - $14: Pointe Judith Calamari, Muffuletta Olive Salad, Parmesan, Smoke Tomato Sauce, Crispy Capers Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artichoke & Spinach Dip - $10: Steakhouse Style Creamed Artichoke & Spinach, Indian Spices, Toasted Naan Points Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Goat Cheese Boulettes - $9: Goat Cheese Breaded in Pistachio, House Made Honey Butter Sauce, Toast Points Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups
- Seafood Andouille Gumbo - $10: Rich New Orleans Gumbo Roux, Gulf Seafood, Andouille Sausage, White Rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southwest Chicken Noodle Soup - $8: Chicken, Southwest Vegetables, Chipotle, Lime Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- The Roof Garden Salad - $8: Mixed Field Greens, Tomatoes, Croutons, Cucumbers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blue Iceberg Wedge Salad - $9: Iceberg Lettuce, Bacon, Tomatoes, Blue Cheese, Shaved Red Onion Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ponchatoula Strawberry Salad - $8: Baby Spinach, Pickled Red Onions, Feta, Balsamic Reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Beet Salad - $8: Baby Lettuce, Goat Cheese, Roasted Beets, Pistachio, House made Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Kale Caesar Salad - $8: Roasted Kale, Caesar Dressing, Buttered French Baguette Crumbs Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Salmon Pontchartrain - $29: Pan Seared Fish, Wilted Spinach, Shrimp, Crab, Mushrooms, Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Roof Platter - $28: Fried Catfish, Shrimp, Hush Puppies, Fries Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Catfish Etouffee - $22: Fried Catfish, Crawfish Etouffee Sauce, Jambalaya Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Jalapeno Pasta - $23: Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce, Parmesan, Mushrooms, Jalapeno Fettuccine Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Shrimp Jalapeno Pasta - $25: Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce, Parmesan, Mushrooms, Jalapeno Fettuccine Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken & Shrimp Jalapeno Pasta - $27: Roasted Garlic Cream Sauce, Parmesan, Mushrooms, Jalapeno Fettuccine Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tandoori Chicken Saffron Pasta - $23: Tandoori Spice, Handmade Saffron Fettuccine, Carbonara Sauce, Coriander Leaves Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Ravioli - $21: Handmade Spinach Ravioli, Spinach, Zucchini, Yellow Squash, Mushrooms, Roasted Garlic Cream or Tomato Marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Butternut Squash Ravioli - $28: Cold Water Lobster, Butternut Squash Ravioli, Roasted Garlic Lobster Cream Sauce, Parmesan Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wesley's Southern Fried Chicken - $21: Fried Chicken, Truffle Mac & Cheese, Collard Green Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bourbon Glaze Pork Chop - $28: Braised Green Beans, Boudin Rice Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Chops - $24: Rosemary Brabant Potatoes, Balsamic Glaze, Chef's Veggie, Mint Chimichurri Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner
- Hand-cut 16oz Ribeye Steak - $30: Grilled with a West Texas Mop Sauce, Brabant Potatoes, Chef's Veggies Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner
- 6oz Filet Mignon Steak - $28: Grilled with a West Texas Mop Sauce, Brabant Potatoes, Chef's Veggies Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Roof Burger - $17: Angus Beef Burger, Bacon, Brioche Bun, Chipotle Aioli, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Seafood Burger - $20: Angus Beef Burger stuffed with Seafood, Brioche Bun, Remoulade Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Fries Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp, Grits & Crab Cake - $23: Shrimp, Grits, Crab Cake, Lobster Cream Sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Catfish & Grits - $19: Fried Catfish, Grits, Lobster Cream Sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Sides
- Warm Kale, Onion & Mushrooms - $6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Farmer's Market Vegetables - $6 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Mac & Cheese - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brabant Potatoes - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Braised Green Beans - $6 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon & Shaved Brussels Sprouts - $6 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Parmesan Fries - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Collard Greens - $6 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Banana Foster's Bread pudding - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sweet Potato Pumpkin Cheesecake - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Chocolate Brownie A 'La Mode - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Crème Brulee & Fresh Berries - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Ice Cream Flight - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cinnamon Dusted Donut A 'La Mode - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about The Roof
- Is The Roof dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Roof has 9 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including The Roof Garden Salad, 6oz Filet Mignon Steak and Bacon & Shaved Brussels Sprouts.
- What can I eat at The Roof on a dairy-free diet?
- The Roof Garden Salad, 6oz Filet Mignon Steak and Bacon & Shaved Brussels Sprouts carry the dairy-free tag, out of 9 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Roof have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including The Roof Garden Salad and Brabant Potatoes.
- Is The Roof gluten-free?
- 6 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Roof?
- Salmon Pontchartrain, at roughly 67.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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