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The Transform Sensor block provides the broadest motion-sensing capability in SimMechanics™ models. Using this block, you can sense motion variables between any two frames in a model. These variables can include translational and rotational position, velocity, and acceleration.
In this example, you use a Transform Sensor block to sense the lower link translational position with respect to the World frame. You output the position coordinates directly to the model workspace, and then plot these coordinates using MATLAB® commands. By varying the joint state targets you can analyze the lower-link motion under quasi-periodic and chaotic conditions.
Before continuing, you must have completed example Model Double Pendulum.
In this example, you rely on gravity to cause the double pendulum to move. You displace the links from equilibrium and then let gravity act on them. To displace the links at time zero, you use the State Targets section of the Revolute Joint block dialog box. You can specify position or velocity. When you are ready, you simulate the model to analyze its motion.
To sense motion, you use the Transform Sensor block. First, you connect the base and follower frame ports to the World Frame and lower link subsystem blocks. By connecting the ports to these blocks, you can sense motion in the lower link with respect to the World frame. Then, you select the translation parameters to sense. By selecting Y and Z, you can sense translation along the Y and Z axes, respectively. You can plot these coordinates with respect to each other and analyze the motion that they reveal.
To sense motion in the double-pendulum model:
Open the double_pendulum that you created in example Model Double Pendulum.
Drag these blocks to the model.
Block | Library | Quantity |
Transform Sensor | SimMechanics Second Generation (SM 2G) > Frames and Transforms | 1 |
World Frame | SimMechanics Second Generation (SM 2G) > Frames and Transforms | 1 |
PS-Simulink Converter | Simscape > Utilities | 2 |
To Workspace | Simulink > Sinks | 2 |
In the Transform Sensor block dialog box, select Translation > Y and Translation > Z.
In the PS-Simulink Converter blocks, specify cm physical units.
In the two To Workspace blocks, enter the variable names y_link and z_link.
Connect the blocks to the model as shown in the figure.
Specify the initial state of each joint. Later, you can modify this state to explore different motion types. For the first iteration, rotate only the top link by a small angle:
Double-click block Revolute Joint.
This is the block between Pivot Mount and Binary Link subsystem blocks.
In the State Targets section of the block dialog box, select Specify Position Target.
In Value, enter 10.
Check that the physical unit is deg (degrees).
To simulate the model, in the Simulink® tool bar click the Run button. Alternatively, with the model window active, press Ctrl+T. Mechanics Explorer displays the model simulation in the visualization pane.
You can now plot the position coordinates of the lower link. At the MATLAB command line, enter:
figure(1); hold; plot(y_link.data, z_link.data, 'color', [60 100 175]/255); axis([-10 10 -40 -39]) xlabel('Y Coordinate (cm)'); ylabel('Z Coordinate (cm)'); grid on;
The figure shows the plot that opens. This plots shows that lower link path is nearly, but not quite, the same with each oscillation. This behavior is characteristic of quasi-periodic systems.
By adjusting the revolute joint state targets, you can simulate the model under chaotic conditions. One way to obtain chaotic motion is to rotate the top revolute joint by a large angle. To do this, in the Revolute Joint dialog box, change State Targets > Position > Value to 90 and click OK.
Simulate the model with the new joint state target. To plot the position coordinates of the lower pendulum link with respect to the World frame, at the MATLAB command line enter this code:
figure(2); hold; plot(y_link.data, z_link.data, 'color', [60 100 175]/255); axis([-42 42 -42 15]) xlabel('Y Coordinate (cm)'); ylabel('Z Coordinate (cm)'); grid on;
The figure shows the plot that opens. This plots shows that lower link path is very different with each oscillation. This behavior is characteristic of chaotic systems.
So that you can reuse this model in subsequent examples, save it in a convenient folder as double_pendulum.


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Posted: Fri May 12th, 2006 07:11 pm |
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bschulte Siege of Petersburg Fan
Books on the Civil War and Film Fiction As Fact: The Horse Soldiers & Popular Memory. Neil Longley York. Kent, OH: Kent State University Press (May 2001). 176 pp. 1 map, many illustrations. I've been a film history buff almost as long as I've been a Civil War buff. I've also grown increasingly interested in Civil War historiography thanks to guest blogger Johnny Whitewater and also thanks to Kevin Levin's work on the Crater during the Petersburg Campaign. Fiction As Fact is an endlessly fascinating look at how the truth of Grierson's Raid was changed, sometimes subtly and other times not so subtly, over the course of Dee Brown's historical non-fiction book Grierson's Raid, Harold Sinclair's historical novel The Horse Soldiers, and of course John Ford's classic John Wayne cavalry tale The Horse Soldiers. Author Neil York first examines the raid as it exists on historical record. Colonel Benjamin Grierson took his under strength cavalry brigade, consisting of the 6th and 7th Illinois, the 2nd Iowa, and a six gun battery of two pounders of the 1st Illinois Artillery, on a raid through the heart of Confederate-held Mississippi in April 1863. Grierson's raid was a spectacular success. Over a time frame of just over two weeks, he took his men from La Grange, Tennessee to Union-held Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Through a lot of skill and even dumb luck, he was able to tie up a large number of Confederate pursuers just as Grant was starting the final offensive of his Vicksburg Campaign by crossing east over the Mississippi and driving inland. The Union cavalry lost very few men and destroyed numerous stores along the way as an added bonus. Next, Dee Brown's non-fiction book on the raid, called simply Grierson's Raid, is discussed. Brown is most famous for his western epic Bury My Heart At Wounded Knee. I own a copy handed down to me by my Grandfather. York shows that although the book professes to be an accurate account of the raid, Brown did take some literary license. In some places, he uses diary accounts from a raid participant, but uses entries from similar actions before and after the raid. In another instance, he creates conversations that did not necessarily happen. Still, York praises Brown's book as the most accurate, and still the best, non-fiction book currently available on the raid, over 50 years later. Working on a similar timetable as Brown but creating an entirely different animal was John Sinclair. His historical novel The Horse Soldiers was released several years after Brown's book, but the author apparently didn't use Brown's book as a source. Instead, he used many of the same sources Brown had used, including the Official Records. However, unlike Brown, Sinclair applied far more creative license. He changed the protagonist from Benjamin Grierson to John Marlowe. In addition, he changed the names of several regiments and eliminated the artillery entirely. Sinclair didn't change everything. He kept many of the famous historical figures, such as Grant and Sooy Smith intact. In addition, he kept the correct names of Grierson's Confederate pursuers. It was extremely interesting to follow along as York catalogued the ways in which Sinclair changed the record. For the most part, however, he stayed true to the story. This was not so in John Ford's film version, released in 1959, also called The Horse Soldiers. Grierson was again John Marlowe, though by this point he had become a railroad engineer rather than the historical music teacher Grierson was in real life. As always seems to be the case in Hollywood, a love interest was added. John Wayne, in the role of Grierson/Marlowe, meets a southern belle that he is forced to take along on the trip when she threatens to reveal his whereabouts and eventual destination of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Other details are changed as well. Nathan Bedford Forrest, rather than Wirt Adams and others, becomes the pursuer. Other details such as Andersonville POW Camp are added, even though Andersonville had not yet been built at the time of the raid. These things were added to streamline and popularize the story for the non-history buffs which would make up a large part of the audience. York argues persuasively that movies can define an event for the generation that goes to see it. He quotes James Cameron, director of Titanic, in making his point. The last chapters are dedicated to looking over how Brown, Sinclair, Ford, and others involved in the books and the movie affected how the material was presented. York shows how people involved in the projects, especially John Ford, changed the way the story was told. He continues by emphasizing that all three had the common themes of duty and honor at their core, though they differed in the details. York also points out that the various forms of telling the tale ultimately allow people to become interested in something they otherwise never would have found. As an example, I know for a fact that Albert Castel cites Gone With The Wind as a seminal event in his life, and mentions it in the foreword of his excellent book Decision In The West: The Atlanta Campaign of 1864. In the end, the author concludes that the truth can be elusive. Sometimes someone finds a new piece of evidence that allows us to interpret an event in a new way. Thus a commonly held "truth" many years old can become an inaccuracy in a moment. I read York's book in one day. I literally could not put it down. As someone who has watched many John Wayne films repeatedly, including The Horse Soldiers, I found the topic to my liking. I would recommend this particular historiographical study to anyone interested in the film, the books, or Civil War historiography in general. It really is a fascinating look back at the subtle changes that can creep into the public consciousness, similar to many long-cherished myths about the Civil War. 176 pp. 1 map, many illustrations. |
Posted: Sat May 13th, 2006 03:36 am |
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Basecat Member
I actually read the novel long before I saw the movie when I was a kid. The Horse Soldiers movie was one of the things that got me interested in the Civil War in the first place. Took me a long time, but I finally tracked down a first edition hardback copy of the novel, and it remains one of my fave books in the library here. As for Gone with The Wind, I fell asleep watching that movie after the war was over. Frankly, I could not give a damn about the rest of the movie. Hope all are well. Regards from the Garden State, Steve Basic |
Posted: Sat May 13th, 2006 12:44 pm |
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I can still remember my girls friends and I sitting in a row at the Arden Theatre in Lynwood California watching the Horse Soldiers. We were in 9th grade. Of course none of us knew anything about the Civil War except Grant and Lee and Lincoln. We loved the movie. We loved John Wayne. Two years ago I sat with others in a class at the high school here in Huntington Beach. A class though the adult school taught on the Civil War though the use mainly of films. This time I think I laughed though half the movie. It was such a 50's movie . Uniforms never get dirty , Hair never gets messed up and my favorite was the soldiers riding singing with a full orchestra behind them . I have learn recently my great great grandfather was one of those Confederates chasing Grierson. He took part in some of the skirmishes before he left the service . The scenery along the way is wondeful It was fun to see who the supporting actors were . The John Ford usuals. As to Gone with the Wind I recently saw it on a big screen with a whole bunch of Civil War buffs and others at an old Art Deco theatre in San Pedro. I think you are right the best part of the movie is the war period. After the war it isn't as interesting . But seeing it on a big screen was exciting |
Posted: Sun May 14th, 2006 03:06 am |
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As to Gone with the Wind I recently saw it on a big screen with a whole bunch of Civil War buffs and others at an old Art Deco theatre in San Pedro. I think you are right the best part of the movie is the war period. After the war it isn't as interesting . But seeing it on a big screen was exciting Susan, I saw it on the big screen as well, when it was first reissued back in the late 1970s. Old time theater as well, with one huge screen. Often wonder just how many folks have actually read Mitchell's book. Know I have not. Hope all is well. Regards from the Garden State, Steve Basic |
Posted: Sun May 14th, 2006 08:32 am |
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susansweet2 Member
Steve I have read the book but it was years ago. I did buy a copy at the Mitchell house in Atlanta but haven't reread it yet. |
Posted: Fri Jun 16th, 2006 10:55 am |
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Bill Member
As I read the posts I am almost starting to believe there should be a new category. Whether it should be 'Mistakes in Books I have read, Films seen' or 'History Gazunped', I am not sure. But the discussion on the Horse Soldiers, one of my favourite films, brought it to mind. Starting from the Confederate Army Battle Flag, which is shown as a rectangle (it should have been a square). What else is amiss. Regards bill ps Susan have you read your book yet. |
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We are a social group of active, educated singles, who have come together to share common interests and form new friendships. Our social club covers Michigan. The emphasis is on social! We host some of the best and friendliest events around for single professionals. Join Us At Anyone of Our Events... Dances, Dining, Travel, Golf, Tennis, Softball, Euchre, Cards, Volleyball, Camping, Wine Tasting, Scuba Dive, Bowling, Volunteering, Billiards, Biking, Walking, Rollerblading. We have now teamed …
This is a group of people that want to share dining experiences with other people . Just come out and have a good time . Restaurant suggestions are always welcome.
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This group is for ladies in their mid 20's- mid 30's who are looking for other fabulous female friends to go out with! Mainly, we'll dine at restaurants, enjoy happy hours, and hit up the bars in Rochester, Troy, Royal Oak, and Birmingham! We are up for doing anything fun, and are open to a diverse set of events. Members are encouraged to suggest meetups. Join this group if you are friendly, social, up for a good time, and are looking to create some life-long friendships! Please post a photo of …
I am starting this group because I want to connect with like minded women that want to meet for walks, biking, dining out, in home events, travel, performing arts, and more... we decide tgether. Simply put, we meet to find new friends to nurture and enhance our lives, share experiences and engage in fun activities together. That's it!
Celebrate Being Single! Successfully Single is Metropolitan Detroit's single best way to have fun and to learn how to have a more fulfilling singles life. We have over 1000 singles on our Meetup list, making our group the largest singles Meetup in Southeastern Michigan. No matter where your interests lie, we have an exciting event for you. There is an abundance of activities to choose from to keep your social calendar full such as: Dances Dining Movies Theater Wine Tastings Outdoor Activities …
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Do you enjoy sports, movies, dance, socializing, music, dining out, meeting new people and of course, having fun? Then please join us and bring your friends! We are a group of mostly singles who enjoy making new friends and trying new things.
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We are a group of women in our 20s, 30s and 40s who get together and dine out, attend wine tastings, martini nights, craft nights, game nights and more. The focus of the Lakes Area Ladies social group is about meeting and forming friendships, rather than on the number of ladies in the group. We are looking for positive, enthusiastic members who want to be active and make friends. We typically plan 2-4 events each month, so you'll be sure to find something you like! The majority of events will ta …
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An international dining group that does all events on Saturdays.
This is a SINGLES group for the 20'S 30'S and 40'S.I believe that it is easier to meet someone in a smaller group situation.We will be doing some events with a limit of EIGHT participants and some with a larger number of participants. We will be doing dining events,sporting events,outdoor events,movies,concerts etc. Please answer the AGE question on the PROFILE page as it helps us determine the demographics of the group more easily. PLEASE INCLUDE A PIC OF YOU WHEN APPLYING !!
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As the group name states... YOU ONLY LIVE ONCE (YOLO). This group is intended to be for women interested in a wide variety of activities. No pressure. No drama. Simply a way to escape the stresses of our lives and let our hair down a little bit. The group is open to any suggestions for activities. The group is encouraged to be open to learning and trying new things, willing to push comfort zones occasionally while at the same time giving and receiving support and encouragement by fellow members. …
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Detroit Live! is dedicated to promoting local music and entertainment in and around the metro-Detroit area. Our purpose is to provide the members with an opportunity to check out a wide variety of music, dining, theatre, festivals and other live entertainment venues as a group. Anyone who enjoys live entertainment and wants to explore more of what the Detroit metropolitan area has to offer should join this group. We hope to create a positive group environment for those who want to go out an hav …
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Meet fellow Tequila Aficionados in the Detroit area! Learn from the MEXICAN ACADEMY OF TEQUILA everything you ever wanted to know about tequila. Learn about the Tequila culture, the spirit and history of its people, the food and folklore of Mexico while enjoyning great dining experiences and Tequila tastings and of course making new friends! Every one is welcome from the Novice to the Tequila connoiseur.
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If your lookin' for love, this is probably not the group for you. If you are looking for great local people from your generation to go to dinner, dance, hike, kayak, and many other events, then you need to get up off that couch and join us now! Couples are strongly discouraged for the simple fact that couples have someone to do stuff with! Give us a try, you will be pleasantly surprised!
Not just for Forty-somethings! We are a group of friendly people looking to expand our experience and friendship base. Not just for singles! Couples and "solos" (coupled people who participate by themselves) are welcome. Some activities might include kids and /or dogs, but primarily, we're looking for fun things to do in and around Genesee County. Currently considering a name change as we welcome all ages, from anywhere in Mid Michigan. Our meetups have been from Holly to Caseville, and many pla …
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You are about to join a close knit group of friends. We strongly encourage joining only if you have the personal time to dedicate to the group. We ask this to attract serious and dedicated members rather than supply filler activities for people who often find themselves bored on any given night. The more time you spend with the group, the more people you are able to really know on a personal level, and the closer of friends you shall become. This group truly is an exceptional group - an extende …
Calling all cities; Allen Park, Brownstown Township, Ecorse, Flat Rock, Gibraltar, Grosse Ile, Huron Charter Township, Lincoln Park, Melvindale, River Rouge, Riverview, Rockwood, Romulus, Southgate, Taylor, Trenton, Woodhaven, and Wyandotte. If you work and or live downriver and you want to have fun amongst others of the same age group then please join. This is a diverse group of people with different taste that likes to explore all that their communities has to offer. Sports/Pub Bars, Festivals …
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Ladies, do you need someone to drag you to an event to meet new people? Well then keep on scrolling… BUT if you want to meet a great group of ladies keep on reading. There is a great opportunity to make wonderful long-lasting female friendships in the Toledo area and we are the group to encourage that. This group is for women of all adult ages, from all backgrounds and in every stage of life. We come together to talk, laugh, eat, and drink, to build friendships, maybe try something new and to …
It's always a good time in your life to expand your friendship base. The singles dance is a safe, warm, cozy and comfortable place to spend an evening after work. You can come alone or with a friend and feel safe to mingle with our friendly single family. It will find it to be a great night of networking, flirting, dance and you can celebrate the great benefited you will experience by attending often. We have organized fun icebreaker games to get you in the mood to meet new people, in safe and c …
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This is a group for anyone interested in eating and shopping for local seasonal produce at a park setting. Families, singles, all ages will love attending this group. Located in Ortonville's Crossman Park in the heart of historic Ortonville, Michigan. Small town, BIG fun!
Sailing Singles was founded in 1980 to provide single adults with educational activities to develop sailing skills, water safety, and to sponsor social activities for our membership. We are a not-for-profit organization that helps single boat owners find interested single crew members to sail with them in an informal social setting. We have a monthly informational and social meeting, including a DJ and dancing, on the second Friday of each month. Throughout the boating season our boat owning mem …
Happy Hour Thursdays is one of the most active meet-up groups in Michigan! Happy Hour Thursdays is a group for anyone interested in meeting people over happy hour offerings at various bars and restaurants around Oakland County. Surprisingly, there are almost 100 venues offering happy hour specials around Oakland County. We meet up at a swanky restaurant or bar every Thursday during their happy hour, or our "preferred guest only" extended happy hour. Due to the size of the group averaging 100+ …
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We're a group that will eat at delicious places around Ann Arbor on our lunch hour. Get to know new people over a quick lunch at eateries around town. We'll start trying to eat our way through the Cheap Lunches of Ann Arbor found here: http://arborwiki.org/Lunch_under_5_dollars
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Please read everything below before joining: **Please do not join the group if you are not between the ages of 20-39** **To join please answer the profile questions and have a profile picture that clearly shows your face (no flowers, sunsets, dogs, or group pictures) so we know who you are. Please note, this group isn't a singles only group and it isn't a dating group. It is about having a low pressure social environment to meet other like minded people and be relaxed. High pressure dating ta …
Welcome!! We are a group of fun spirited adults who enjoy going out after work during the week and getting together on occassion during the weekends! It will be about networking socially and making new friends, trying out both old and new places. I am focusing on smaller more intimate groups where you can sit down and get to know the people around you. There will be some bigger parties and events planned down the road but for the average night I anticipate less than 25 or so at a time. That's …
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Are you single in Michigan and looking for adventure? Welcome to the Michigan Singles of Livingston County & Beyond Group! There is no dating pressure here, just simple fun and sharing of common interests. Join us in our adventures, bring your friends, your date, your significant other; it is all good! We have a nice mix of members who love, both, indoor and outdoor activities... In the past, we have done movies, dinners, walking & hiking, kayaking, parties, trivia, wine tasting winery events, …
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Thanks to City/Sandie, I get a newsletter from Martingale Publishing and this was in today's mail. I think it is a super idea for anyone hosting a Christmas/holiday party for co-workers or/and family where gifts are exchanged. How many times have you thought or heard...."I have no idea what to get for...." [quote] We also wanted to share a special Christmas story with you—one that's very dear to our hearts. You see, each year we host a holiday party in the office. An entire week of festivities, really. It used to be that we'd exchange names and create handmade gifts for recipients. But over the last few years, our gift exchange has taken on a life of its own. The idea is simple: Exchange names, "secret Santa" style. Choose a toy, game, or other children's item that reminds you of the person whose name you selected. Exchange the childlike gifts at the holiday party. Giggle, laugh, snort, and cackle like children at the gift choices made for your coworkers. Gather up the children's gifts and take them to Toys for Tots or another organization that distributes Christmas gifts to children in your community who need them. This year we added another charitable element to the gift exchange. Instead of wrapping gifts with paper, we chose a greener alternative—we wrapped them in pillowcases! Our design and production assistant, Connor, has an amazing mom, Diane, who offered to stitch enough pillowcases for each person in the company to wrap their gift. [end quote] Isn't this great?!!!! | |||
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Took my girlfriend there Friday night. The service was fantastic, which to me is the most important thing about a restaurant. The recommendations of our server was perfect, and the food left nothing to be desired. It was superb. Would most definitely go again!!!
We had a absolutely wonderful evening. Everything was great, the food, the staff. Can't wait to go again.
This is what dining out should be. We had the seven-course blind menu. The chef came to the table to explain each dish with a gentle rapport. The wait staff and the bus staff were clearly separate, and both made frequent patrols of the restaurant, looking for the slightest thing amiss to repair at once. The food was beyond compare. Oh, and prices to match!
Interesting menu, good food. Good service and interesting decor. What's to complain?
Great cuisine, great atmosphere, great service. Highly recommend Rainbow Lodge for a pleasant dining experience
Food was excellent and really enjoyed the meal but service was very slow.
I took my husband to Rainbow Lodge for his birthday and he loved it! This is the place to experience fine dining of wild game. The wait staff is very well versed with the menu and we never felt rushed. The restaurant had our reservation and did not have a problem when we arrived a bit early. The bar area is very nice with a beautiful bar and the mixed drinks were very well made. Friendly staff. We will definitely come again when we have another special occasion or maybe even just for the heavenly desserts.
Beautiful table with view for Sunday Brunch. Restaurant was virtually empty but waiter was nowhere to be found. Slow service ruined the experience. I think he was hanging out at the front of the house talking.
Rainbow Lodge has always been a favorite for us. We did feel that the service and food were not quite as good as in the past, but we would definitely go again because anyone can have an off day and we love the place!
Always a favorite, my son and I really enjoy the Sunday evening comfort food menu item and sampling wines by the glass.
I fully enjoyed my experience at the Rainbow Lodge! I took my guy out to dinner for his 25th birthday & he said it was his most memorable dinner experience ever! We are big on food, and even though the prices are on the higher end, the dishes were worth every penny. We were served nice sized portions and everything was full of flavor! The duck gumbo & the crab cakes were great appetizers. I got the sea bass & lump crab ravioli & my guy got the mixed game entrée, both of them were GREAT!! They even brought him a special birthday dessert. It was A+++ for me, we will definitely have to make another trip!
Saturday, October 19 was a very special night. We were entertaining friends from the East Coast and wanted something Texan for them. Rainbow Lodge was the perfect choice. Our table was lovely with a beautiful view of the grounds, our server, Cameron, was delightful and quite helpful and accommodating and the food was fabulous. Even my finicky friends were impressed with the night. I cannot wait to return. Our deepest thanks to all the fine folks at the Rainbow Lodge. You are the best.
We try to get to Rainbow Lodge whenever Bob Chadwick and Harry Sheppard are playing in the lounge. We have never dined in the dining rooms; only the bar. Rose is the perfect server. The food on both the bar menu and regular dinner menu is always top-notch, creative, and so delicious.
Great food, excelent service. A wonderful dining experience
So thrilled to know RL has not changed over the years despite relocation. Food, service, atmosphere all superb from start to finish. Presentation beautiful, cuisine creative and delicious. The business lunch was perfect. We'll be back!
Great food and venue! I sometimes forget about this place and its rustic charm. A great place for lunch on a cold rainey day.
Seeing the ambience in the pictures online don't do the lodge justice. Even more of a surprise was how wonderful the dishes were prepared. The combinations complimented each other in each different dish. All of us thought the food was excellent. It was quiet, uncrowded and intimate with great views. It was a great dining experience for us.
We have heard so many great reviews and given our initial visit and taking into consideration we celebrated my husband's 50th, we decided to begin the day's celebration with Sunday brunch. We had such a wonderful time and the food was exceptional. It was hard to leave, but we had to leave to the next event of the day. We promised ourselves when we go for Sunday brunch, go to the Rainbow Lodge.
Rainbow Lodge is an old friend that I have visited many times. It has never let me down. The food is unique, atmosphere outstanding and all that I would expect from a fine resturant.
I took my husband here for his birthday and it was fantastic. We got the Chef's Menu (5 course) and they threw in an extra course and wine pairing! We had wonderful food, and amazing wine, which was spot on in enhancing the food. The chef came out and explained each course - I felt like we were on a 'Top Chef' show or something! And the wine pairings were all fabulous! The ambience and service was great! We are definitely planning on returning. Very very good!!
Took my wife on a special Birthday date to Rainbow lodge and couldn't be happier, the food was some of the best I've had in Houston. I have been dinning in the Houston area for over 30years and know quite a few great places as my wife has traveled around the world and has introduced me to many different ethnic foods. I tired the Buffalo and my wife had the Sea bass. Both were excellent in addition to the appetizer and salad we had. I wont go into a lengthy review but suffice it to say if you want to try any game foods this place has you covered, the menu had plenty of excellent choices which made it hard to choose what to order. Everything we had was full of flavor and was prepared with expertise.
Great brunch, service left a bit robe desired as we waited a while to get our menus, then longer to have order taken, a bit longer to get dessert orders in, and then waaaay too long to get bill. But, at least the server was pleasant and food was fabulous as always.
another excellent experience at a great Houston restaurant
Loved the new location. Warm, elegant lodge feel, and they were able to keep the woodlands look outdoors. Our reservation was early Sunday evening and we were encouraged to take our time touring the facility and taking pictures. Group of 6 ordered a variety of entrees and all were said to be delicious. Staff professional and personable. Look forward to returning!
Half our party had been before (at the previous location) and half had not. It was a hit with all of us. The wine, food and dining experience was great. The wait staff was superb.
I have recently went to some of Houston's top restaurants and was beginning to think I should stop dining out, but after my experience at Rainbow Lodge they have restored my faith in what quality food and dining should be; from the food to the service everything was excellent (and I don't give undeserved compliments). And a special thanks to the chef for making the best fois gras risotto that I have had in the United States. I also don't want to leave out our waiter who suggested pairing it with Sauterne, even though I'm not usually a fan of sweet wines this was a marriage made in food heaven. Thanks Rainbow Lodge for a wonderful evening!
The entire process from easy of booking to valet made this experience perfect. The Chef's Special was a delightful find. Not only were each tasting perfect in presentation and taste; the added touch of plate explaination from the chef put it over the top. When you combine the service, ambiance and great food, you will be hard pressed to find another restaurant so perfectly balanced. Open Table.com made the process even better. The added recommendations such as ordering flowers to the restaurant jelped transform an already good night into the perfect evening. Thanks to all!
Rainbow Lodge features superior food, fine wine, and excellent service in a charming and romantic atmosphere. With a large party boisterously enjoying themselves in a nearby private room, and every table occupied, we could hear our own conversation at all times. Served efficiently and unobtrusively by Cyrus, our delectable food included fried quail and grits, crab cakes, duck gumbo, grilled ribeye steak, crisped sea bass, and a a perfect beef tenderloin that was outstandingly flavorful, and certainly satisfying. Wine by the glass was an acceptable value. Desserts, bread pudding and chocolate terrine, were magnificent. Rainbow Lodge continues to uphold its well-deserved reputation as among the best of Houston's better restaurants.
Went for my birthday. The view is great. Food was outstanding. Everything we ordered was really good. I have never had bad food in many visits over the last year. This is one restaurant I would recommend to everyone.
After fighting the crazy traffic to celebrate our 30th anniversary at Rainbow Lodge, I was hoping it would be a time of celebration in a relaxed atmosphere with delicious food. Our experience far exceeded any of our expectations. Both my husband and I agree, we think it was the best anniversary and absolutely the most delicious food we have ever eaten. Praises go to your outstanding master chef. Thanks for a wonderful anniversary celebration!
It is no wonder the rainbow Lodge one for best burger in Houston! Their Wildgame burger is second to none! Do yourself a favor and try one next Friday.
Beautiful restaurant and only a mile from my house. Service was very good and attentive. Waiter is one we have had before. Only complaint was my husbands mashed potatoes and my risotto was not hot, but our main courses were correct temperature. Lobster salad appetizer is delicious but a bit steep at 25.00. Overall really nice experience.
Loved the tasting menu, would highly recommend. Especially for a special occasion.
This restaurant is amazing. I went here for my anniversary, and the ambiance was perfect for it. When I booked the reservation I requested for a table near a fire place because we were celebrating our anniversary, and they accommodated us.We ordered the 5 course meal, and when the dessert was brought out, there was happy anniversary written on the plate. A nice small gesture that will stay in our minds, and make us go back again for other occasions.
We have been going to Rainbow Lodge for years; ever since it was off Memorial and Westcott and now on Ella. The decor is warm, in its log cabin building & it is so well maintained and clean year after year. You have so many choices of ambiance, with the many different room sizes and views. The food is consistantly delicious and unusual, since much of it is wild game. They are sensitive to my food allergy (Celiac) and always ready to adjust to it. I recommend it for small up to large parties and for brunch to lunch to dinner. It's not an every day restaurant, since the cost reflects the quality of the food, but it is a first choice for many occasions in our family.
The food and ambience are hard to beat here. The service is top notch. I was in here waiting on a friend for lunch the day before Thanksgiving. I sat in one of two chairs by the fireplace on this chilly day. The Host walked over and lit the fireplace for me. What a nice touch. Made waiting for my lunch companion very pleasant. The food selection was great and prepared just right. The best part is that its only a 10 minute drive from my house!
Went for lunch with my wife and very small children. Obviously this isn't a typical place for kids but the waiter and staff made us feel very welcome. They do have chicken fingers for kids along with fries. The atmosphere is upscale but relaxed and very quiet. I wouldn't recommend taking kids for dinner though unless they are older or very well behaved. Service was impecable.. I cannot overstate how accommodating our server was. Main entree: Phenomenal. The elk stake was outstanding as was the salads, bread and crab cakes my wife ordered. Dessert: Bread pudding was probably the best I have ever tasted.
Appreciate the Thanksgiving menu. This is our second year at Rainbow Lodge for Thanksgiving. It is now our family tradition.
It was a great place to spend Thanksgiving. Valet is nice and all the tables have a really great view.
The night of Thanksgiving I had brought my fiancé there for dinner, and he was astounded as well I. Beautiful place to go to and would love to go back again.
I always look for a great place for my son and me to enjoy our Thanksgiving meal. Rainbow Lodge was a real winner. Great ambiance, superb food and service. Worth the price.
We had a great holiday dinner at the Rainbow Lodge. Very good special menu for this holiday. The food was very good, the service was professional. I had not been to this restaurant for many years, but put on my agenda to comeback soon.
What a great meal! The quality of food was excellent, it was prepared by skilled hands, and served by friendly, knowledgable staff. This is the second year in a row we've chosen to have our Thanksgiving dinner at Rainbow Lodge, and we'll be back for more.
Our guests for dinner were won over by the charming atmosphere, attentive service and delicious food served for Thanksgiving. The game offerings were particularly interesting and very well done. It was very nice to be able to take a short walk on the grounds between courses. Can't wait to go back.
Rainbow Lodge is beautiful and I dare say, magical. Great staff, especially our waiter. Friendly, prompt, patient, and he quickly put my guilt for requiring his service on Thanksgiving at ease. First course, a salad with roasted beets, local feta, and fig viniagrette was perfect. How delicious can a salad really be? One week later and I'm still thinking about it. Skipping the second course, which was traditional TG fare … Let's just say my expectations are high, and there is a gold standard. All is not lost. Here. comes. Dessert. Bread pudding was suggested. I didn't listen, my friend did. Now dessert envy! Drizzled with sauce from the Gods and served with an ice cream that could have tempted ice cream to eat itself, I coveted it.
This is a unique experience. We totally enjoyed the unusual menu choices and the authentically rustic setting.
The food here was very delicious and high quality. The service was really excellent. My husband and I had been wanting to try this place for a long time and we were not dissapointed.
Service was average. Our waiter was not too attentive. Ordered the mix grill and asked for medium rare and half the order was medium well. Then replacement came out rare. We went on a Sunday night and it was obvious the B-team. But the flavors were delicious. I don't think we will come back but it probably deserves another chance in the future.
I chose Rainbow Lodge as the location to celebrate getting engaged with my fiance for several reasons. One, Rainbow Lodge has an outstanding reputation and has been in the business for many years. Two, her parents celebrated their rehearsal dinner at the old location and I wanted to add to the family history. Three, the decor is truly unique to the restaurant and is so fitting with the style of food they serve. We decided to go for the 7-course chef special and were absolutely stunned by the quality and amount of food that was presented to us. Each course had it's own unique personality and flavor, which added to the evening in a perfect way.
Was pleasantly surprised by the inside,very nice...The food was superb.


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Payroll Tax Cut's Last Hurdle: Getting 'Unanimous Consent'
As with everything happening in Congress these days, the deal reached Thursday to pass a 2-month extension of a payroll tax cut and jobless benefits for the long-term unemployed isn't a "done deal" just yet.
And for it to be "done" later today will require the "unanimous consent" of House members — something that sounds rather daunting as one of the most partisan years in recent memory draws to a close.
As Politico wonders this morning, the key question is: "Will House frosh comply?"
"At least two House freshmen [have] left open the possibility that they would object to the unanimous consent to extend the tax holiday by two months while congressional conferees work out a year-long deal," Politico reports. They are Rep. Mo Broooks (R-Ala.) and Rep. Mike Kelly (R-Pa.).
Basically, as CBS News explains, the plan is for a few of the House members who haven't already left Washington for the holidays to meet in the Capitol this morning and move to pass the extensions by "unanimous consent." It's a procedure that allows things (usually those that aren't controversial) to be passed so long as no lawmaker stands up to object.
If all goes as House Speaker John Boehner (R-Ohio) hopes, then the very slightly tweaked package would go back to the Senate (where there is strong, bipartisan support and it's already been approved once) to get that chamber's "unanimous consent."
But if any House member decides he or she doesn't like the deal, then the full House would have to reconvene — probably next week — for a roll call vote.
We'll keep an eye on what's happening and report back.
Earlier today, NPR's Tamara Keith talked with Morning Edition host Renee Montagne about the deal and the reversal by House Republicans who had opposed it.


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