Old Town Spring’s historic district welcomes a new dining destination as husband‑wife duo Matthew and Jessica Lynn celebrate more than ten years of operating Lynn’s Table. The couple, who met at The Culinary Institute of America over three decades ago, purchased the former Ellen’s Cafe in 2015 and have since transformed it into a venue that blends fine‑dining quality with neighborhood accessibility.
From Classroom to Kitchen
Matthew Lynn began his culinary journey as a teenager working in chain restaurants before earning a degree in Recreation, Parks and Tourism Sciences from Texas A&M. Jessica Lynn followed a similar path, later attending culinary school at the CIA. After graduating, the pair traveled across the United States, Europe, and Germany, gathering inspiration and specialty ingredients that now flavor their menu.
“We were very fortunate to have that opportunity to go work and travel and experience everything in real time,” Matthew said. “Each time we went somewhere, we took a special ingredient back with us. For Santa Fe, it’s green chilies; in Germany, it was fricadilla and schnitzels.”
Teaching and Learning
Before opening their own restaurant, Matthew spent six years as a professor at the Culinary Institute Lenôtre, emphasizing openness to criticism as a learning tool for his students. That philosophy carries over to Lynn’s Table, where the Lynns continually refine their offerings based on guest feedback.
Menu Highlights
The menu now spans a range of cuisines—from Cajun to Italian and classic American—while retaining beloved staples. Signature items include the Santa Fe Burger, featuring avocado, Hatch green chilies, cheddar, pico de gallo, a pasture‑raised fried egg, and mayo on a toasted brioche bun, and a Reuben Sandwich made with naturally cured nitrate‑free corned beef, Swiss cheese, house‑made thousand‑island dressing, and sauerkraut on marble rye.
“We want to bring you what people consider a fine‑dining level of food into your backyard,” Jessica explained.
Commitment to Quality
To ensure high‑quality dishes, the Lynns prioritize sourcing the best ingredients from both local vendors and international suppliers. “We provide better choices, so you can still enjoy your guilty pleasures,” Jessica added, underscoring the restaurant’s focus on flavor without compromising standards.
Lynn’s Table now serves as a culinary hub for Spring residents seeking diverse, well‑crafted meals without leaving town.
Original reporting: Community Impact — Houston — read the source article.
