Hank's is a true Houston gem. This you-buy-we-fry, mom-and-pop spot on Lockwood in the historical…read more5th Ward has been holding it down for 30+ years, and it shows in the food and the love they put into it. The drive through moves fast and the staff make ordering quick and easy.
I got the fried fish, fried shrimp, and french fries, and everything was fresh, hot, crispy, and made to order. The fish was perfectly seasoned and flaky on the inside, the shrimp were golden and crunchy, and the fries came out hot and satisfying -- no soggy nonsense here. Oh yeah and a slice of white bread...You can tell nothing is sitting under a heat lamp.
Prices are cheap, portions are generous, and the quality is way better than what you'd expect for the cost. Just a heads up: cash only, but it's 100% worth stopping by the ATM.
And don't skip the lemonade -- easily some of the best lemonade you'll find anywhere. Perfect balance of sweet and tart, and it pairs perfectly with the fried seafood.
If you're looking for authentic, no-frills, old-school Houston seafood done right, Hank's is a must. Support local spots like this -- they don't make them like this anymore.