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Black Walnut Café

3.6 (673 reviews)
Open • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Vickie P.

We had a very nice dining experience here in Cinco Ranch at the Black Walnut. It had been awhile since we had been to one and decided to give them another try. We had previously dined at the one on the Woodlands. The order process is counter service and they bring it your table. Self serve drink and utensil area are also in the equation. Food was good. I think the overall winners were the Nashville hot chicken and the Pot Roast Grilled Cheese. The Mahi Mahi tacos needed more season on the fish and the Alfredo on the Chicken Parm was a little watery. Overall, the restaurant was clean but had to bring it to managers attention that the bathroom needed some attention. Small fixable things for sure, but we would definitely dine there again when in the area.

Southwest Salad
Tammy M.

I order through Lunchdrop but the food was so bad I had to come review on YELP.. it was 23.00 for nothing but lettuce and tortilla strips. The tiny piece of bread was so hard I tossed it and it was extra! Now I have to go out and get something for lunch. Not happy!

SEARED CAULIFLOWER STEAK
Roshini T.

Went to Black Walnut with my family for dinner a few weeks ago and wasn't too big of a fan. The food was brought out after a long while and was cold on arrival. The flavors were also not all there to me and moreso on the blander side. The restaurant is quite large with plentiful seating and the overall ambience is that of an American diner. Unlikely to come back because of the quality of the food and the lack of flavor. The menu is not inexpensive either, so definitely felt more difficult to justify the prices.

Turkey burger
Eleanor R.

Great sandwich and sweet potato fries. Good service. Clean restrooms. And quiet enough to bring your laptop and work. Highly recommend

Food
Juan M.

Food was great and service was amazing I really enjoyed my meal with my fiancee :) I will be dining here again and I highly recommend it Guys

True Talk Cafe Podcrew at Black Walnut Cafe
Karla H.

We had not been here in a while and came to meet with my podcrew for TrueTalkCafe & we absolutely loved it! There was no wait, plenty of seating available (on a Saturday morning), the food was delicious & there was a young men attending the tables who was the nicest server. I will definitely be back. I had the new Cinnamon Roll french toasts and they were delicious. My friends had the Migas plate, the Texas plate & a sandwich croissant and they all liked their food

POT ROAST DINNER!!
Mick B.

It was a very, very delicious. I was utterly surprised. We also found out about the happy hour specials so we will definitely go back during that time 3 to 630pm I believe...and have some appetizers and drinks. Food, Service was really good.

BWC CHICKEN TENDERS
Nina K.

The food at black walnut is consistent and tasty. I really enjoyed my turkey burger and the sweet potato fries were perfect. Some places undercook them. The dining area smelled kind of dingy and wet so we sat outside.

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP
Helen V.

Very charming café that's perfect for studying and snacking. I enjoyed a hot vanilla latte, which was a bit too sweet for my taste but still rich and comforting. Alongside, I had the artichoke dip, which was nice and warm, very cheesy, and paired well with the crisp bread. The café has a cozy atmosphere that makes it an ideal spot for getting work done. Whether you're looking for a place to focus or just want to relax with a tasty snack, this café is a great choice.

Robert B.

Recently visited and less than ideal review. I was reached out by management asked to come back for another try. So I did... Let's just say there was no improvement. As matter of fact it was worse. Ordered an American burger and the French toast with two beverages. Go to the coke station and it glitches to where it doesn't function properly.... Iced tea it is. Go outside to wait for lunch. Guy comes by drops off food and asks if we need anything. I say ketchup and silverware. Got half. Silverware came. I get up to get the ketchup and the sever comes back as says he severed me the wrong American burger. He was stammering a bit so I couldn't understand if it was temp of the requested cook or it was missing toppings. I say it's okay. I'll eat it regardless. I don't want to waste food over cook temp or missing topping. And he began to say it's someone else's. Then said hold on. I then start to think if they were just going to take this item and then serve it to another guest... that's weird. Another person comes out and tells me that the burger order wasn't mine and then offered me a new one. Again I said it's fine I don't want to waste food. Burger wasn't all that great anyways. Heavily seasoned with salt and had that right out of the freezer taste. Overall. Mistakes happen I get it. But it was a weird interaction. I'm sure this dialogue of the process seems innocuous but in the moment it was weird. Furthermore with a second chance given this place isn't really for me.

PANCAKE STACK(lemon and blueberry) APPLE & GOUDA CHICKEN SAUSAGE
Destiny J.

Ambiance: I've visited other Black Walnut locations before and have had great dishes, I never left a review so here's one from my most recent experience. Across the board, all locations are clean and the environment is very welcoming. Order: Ham and cheese Omelet: The omelet was chefs kiss but the sausage was underwhelming (overpriced for something I could by at the local grocery store.) Lemon Blueberry Pancake Stack: My husband loved the pancake, and thought the jam was a great touch. He felt the same way as I did about the sausage. Customer service: Our waitress was very nice and attentive. Overall experience: The food and ambiance were great, we'd return.

Bar area
Terry F.

My first visit to Black Walnut Cafe and I will be back! Went for breakfast and ordered eggs, potatoes and the chicken Gouda sausage! It was delicious- so was the house blend coffee! Service was amazing ! Prices are a bit high for breakfast - but what I am wanting to brag about is the amazing desserts. We ordered a lemon cake slice to split and it was incredible. There was a blueberry topping put on it which was not necessary as the cake was perfect! There wait staff at the bar where we sat were so attentive. I wished that the host would have explained more when we walked in- had no idea where coffee was or where to sit. After paying we were handed our coffee cups and a pager. Overall though great service, food and staff!

H2Omelon salad
Tiffany H.

Been years since I last went to a Black Walnut Cafe; this is my first time at the Cinco Ranch location. The restaurant has a nice exterior, and there were plenty of seating indoors and some seating outdoors. You order at the front and then take a number with you. Decided to do Houston Restaurant Week (HRW) dinner menu. Service was alright. 1st HRW course: Coconut shrimp was pretty good. Got to try some of the H2Omelon salad; not bad. Non-HRW item: cup of creamy tomato basil soup (good but a little too much cheese in the soup) 2nd HRW course: creole crab cakes (Cajun flavor was there; wished the crab cake was slightly crispy; the sweet potato fries were hot but soft and not well fried; the salad that came with this dish was refreshing). Got to try some of the Blackened steak frites (the meat was unfortunately a bit tough to chew) 3rd HRW course (dessert): strawberry cake, tastes how it sounds Food-wise I knew what to expect from Black Walnut Cafe; quality is ok but the HRW dinner menu wasn't really worth the price. The highlight of the experience was Mello Yello! Not easy finding that soda in grocery stores anymore, but happy to find it in restaurants as a fountain drink!

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I went there for Mother's Day Breakfast. Everything was good and staff were very friendly.

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This is a nice place for a family brunch or a simple date in the evening. We enjoy the cafe atmosphere and the unique drinks.

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They no longer accept cash. This will be our last visit . Slowly undermining the currency of this country try by not accepting it.

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We have been going for coffee for several Mondays. Our group is with HAPS. The staff has been so kind to get tables. Set up for us.

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I love this black never had a bad experience and the food and drinks are delicious. I recommend this place a 10 on scale

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Thank you for your review, Katrelle!

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How late is breakfast served until?

4 on weekends and holidays 11 weekdays. They do have some breakfast choices all day

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Cocohodo

Cocohodo

4.4(561 reviews)
1.5 mi
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What a cute coffee shop! We found ourselves here one morning as we had an appointment close by on…read moreS. Mason. Traffic wasn't too bad along Mason and the location was easy to find using GPS. The coffee shop is part of a shopping strip that includes other popular businesses like Aji Ramen and Hoodadak. The ambiance and decor are quite lovely! The cafe is much larger inside than I expected, and it was super clean with good, reliable WiFi. We just stopped by for a few minutes and were recommended the honey nut latte as one of their more popular drinks. We got it hot. It was perfect! Not too hot, definitely not cold, great flavor, strong coffee flavor, and not too sweet. There's also a wall of fancy teas that's definitely worth checking out. (See my photo.) Service was also good! Nice, kind employee and the drink came out quickly. Luckily there wasn't a line when I arrived and only 2 other people in the cafe chatting at the time. If you find yourself on S Mason in Katy and wanting coffee or tea, check out this place!

Egg salad sandwich - 8.5/10 - Flavors were tasty and filling was creamy…read more Dubai strawberry cup - 7.5/10 - Strawberries were so fresh and knafeh was crispy, but could use a lot more chocolate and pistachio sauce Honey nut cinnamon latte - 9/10 - Honey and cinnamon flavors were both strong and balanced well with the strong coffee Discovered a cute cafe with a wide menu selection ranging from sweet and savory crepes, waffles , sandwiches, ice cream, coffee, and more! I liked the quality of their coffee and would go back to try other items. They also have plenty of seating so its a great spot to work at or hang with friends.

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Aleoli Me Time Studio - Strawberry matcha

Aleoli Me Time Studio

3.9(27 reviews)
2.1 mi

This place is huge! It's a cafe in the front and yoga (I think) studio in the back behind closed…read moredoors. The cafe is huge and spacious with lots of seating. This is a great place to come study or do work on your computer. Some tables have outlets too. The service was good. No complaints. I came here because I heard their matcha is good. Each matcha is $8.5. They claim to use ceremonial grade matcha but under the matcha latte list, there is only one drink labeled CG (ceremonial grade) while others do not. The CG is the basic and they use agave for sweetening. They also don't hand mix per cup. It is pre-batched. I'm not a pre-batch hater although I do prefer each cup to be hand mixed, so I will give it a chance if it tastes good. The CG latte was surprisingly smooth and pretty good! Not bitter at all imo, but it was slightly grainy. They used the perfect amount of agave to balance. It wasn't sweet either. Just perfect balanced flavor for a regular CG matcha latte. The other matcha latte I ordered was the banana. It is SO GOOD! A lot grainier than the CG, though. But I would definitely order that again if I come to Katy. It has a cinnamon flavor in it (probably why it felt grainier than CG) and mixed with the banana flavor was just very yummy. Highly recommend!

Cute shop that's also a yoga shop. Staff is friendly…read more Drinks are good. A bit inconsistent. But good overall. I love the aesthetic and pastries ain't bad either. If I'm in the area, it's definitely a spot to stop by.

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Buzz & Bites - Katy - Rosa Penne Pasta with Jumbo Shrimp $21 + Black Tea Sweetened

Buzz & Bites - Katy

4.2(251 reviews)
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As someone who frequents the Buzz and Bites in Spring Branch since it is right around the corner…read morefrom my house, I was excited when my job moved into a new office just one street over from the Katy location. I had been watching this one being built for a while and was especially curious to try it since this location has a full bar, which adds a really fun twist to the traditional coffee shop concept. I stopped in for lunch and decided to sit out on the patio which ended up being the perfect choice. The atmosphere was relaxed, bright, and inviting with a nice open feel that makes it easy to slow down and actually enjoy your meal. The staff was friendly and welcoming from the moment I walked in and everything moved quickly and smoothly. I ordered the guava mimosa and it was SO good. Light, refreshing, and honestly the perfect daytime drink. For food I had the chicken avocado wrap and substituted the chips for truffle fries and both were SOOOOO good. The wrap was fresh, warm, and packed with flavor and the truffle fries were absolutely worth the upgrade. I love that this location keeps the cozy Buzz and Bites feel while also leaning into a slightly more elevated vibe with the bar and patio seating. Between the atmosphere, the friendly staff, and the great food and drinks, I can already tell this will become a regular lunch spot now that it is so close to our office.

Came in again for a coffee and a drink with a friend for breakfast around 11am on a sunday. Place…read morewas pretty busy but no wait and they have the patio as well. Took a while to get served but excellent staff. More direction is needed to scan tables especially when your server walks by several times and sees your glasses are empty and we still were not asked what we wanted to order after 20 minutes. I could see the staff were bust but something needs to be reigned in her on serving tables. Great staff though, excellent. The food is phenomenal but we left this time to go somewhere else after having our one coffee in an hour.

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Buzz & Bites - Katy - The bar seating is comfy and you can watch them make drinks

The bar seating is comfy and you can watch them make drinks

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Wah Coffee - Mango Matcha Latte With Matcha Cold Foam

Wah Coffee

4.0(67 reviews)
5.4 mi
Locally owned & operated
Free parking

Great atmosphere, excellent coffee, easy parking, and plenty of seating. I visited on a weekday…read moremorning to get some remote work done. It was my first visit--I ordered an almond milk cappuccino, an iced banana bread latte, and a chocolate croissant (note: the full kitchen opens an hour after the shop). Both drinks were fantastic--well balanced, and the banana bread latte really tasted like its namesake without being overly sweet. The croissant was average, though I appreciated the smaller size compared to the oversized ones you usually see. The barista was knowledgeable and genuinely engaged with customers, which made the experience stand out. One downside: the Wi-Fi was slow, even when it wasn't busy, so I ended up using my phone hotspot. I'd come back to try the matcha and explore more of the food menu.

I came here for the first time to meet up with a friend who wanted to check it out on a Tuesday…read morelate morning. There is a spacious parking lot. There were customers working on their laptops and I noticed a sectioned off work/group room for rent. I really love the decor and huge menu on the wall written in chalk style. The Texas wall art is awesome. The staff person was very welcoming. The restroom was pretty clean. My friend ordered the Wah chicken sando which she said had great flavor. I got the iced rose matcha latte and egg & cheese croissant sandwich. I loved the floral taste balanced perfectly with fresh matcha. The sandwich was delicious and I'm usually not a sauce fan but it was delicious. I definitely want to try their Wah burger next time.

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