I stopped by because I've repeatedly seen this restaurant on TikTok, and I was finally in the area to pop in. It was crowded in there, which is ALWAYS a good sign in any food establishment. Although they were extremely busy, the customer service was fantastic! The wait was about 20 min , which wasn't bad at all considering the volume of patrons they were serving. I got the half and half and it was soooooo good! Perfectly seasoned, not overly salty and had a hint of spice. I'll def be back to try more of their menu items. read more

Bobobs - Half and half w/o sausage - Southern Near Me - Houston, Texas

I'm not sure I could have had a better experience at Bo-Bobs. First thing to know is that they have moved and are located across from the Young Women's College Prep Academy on Cleburn. I got the split box with Hot Topic and Overload, both delicious and resting on a bed of delicious rice mixed in a tasty cream sauce. The owners were super friendly and gave me a number of samples, including a cheesy broccoli on cornbread and enchiladas, which were both perhaps even better than the box I was eating. The meal was complimented by the delicious fruity drink that they prepare in-house. Trust me on this one, if you are ever feeling hungry in the Third Ward area, this is the spot. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Guys, THEY MOVED!!! New location is about a 5-7 minute drive from the old one. Check the address. As always, the food and service never disappoint. My go-to is the Overload over rice. When I got home, however, discovered that it was over egg noodles this time. No worries though. We come for the cream sauce and the large potion sizes, not the carb that's included, right?! Also, they offer a new tea made in house with Pineapple and Peach. To die for. It is sweet but not aggressively so. The inside has about 3 booths and counter seating now. The location is on the end cap of a strip where Level One Fitness is, across the street from Young Women's College Preparatory Academy. The service is always stellar and personable. The owner is a couple. The wife usually takes the orders but on this day, there was a vendor assisting with the new cashless payment and menu system. There isn't a lot of parking so you'll have to park around the corner, on the street, in front of the church across the street. If you're lucky, you might be able to snag one of the few spots right in front of the door but that'll depend on if there is a group fitness class going on at the gym. So extremely happy that they now have a store front and have expanded beyond the back counter in the gas station. Will return soon for some more Pineapple/Peach tea!!!! read more

Continues to be the GOAT for soul food in Houston. Even though they moved locations, the food is as good as ever and mama gives generous portions. Can't wait to be back! read more

Bobobs - Overload - Southern Near Me - Houston, Texas

Food was good but the owners are what makes this place.. It's literally an experience when eating here....

Very family oriented business, super friendly owners. Food is always fresh and hot. Hot topic is a staple that you can't go wrong trying if your new here. I can't say that I have a favorite because everything tastes AWSOME and I have tried EVERYTHING! The steak and lamb is super tender; lobster, fish and shrimp perfectly cooked. But when I tell you the secret recipe sauce is addictive ....TRUST ME !!! Cause they can put the sauce on a tire and you will eat yourself in a coma! Don't sleep on them ...pleez!! THANK ME LATER !!!!!! read more

Bobobs - Hot topic shrimp/fish blackened over potatoe - Southern Near Me - Houston, Texas

what a great experience! We were given samples of everything and they explained what was in each dish. We bought a split dish with perfectly cooked shrimp and fish and the most delectable sauces. I can't wait to come back again. Don't be in a hurry, and you won't be disappointed. Such a friendly and kind family. read more

100% worth the calories. Delicious food cooked with love from amazing people. Very friendly and get to know their customers while you wait also serving samples. Creamy, spicy deliciousness in every bite with the fish, grits and of course overload. So much food for an amazing price! Will definitely be back for more when I'm in the area! read more

Bobobs - 1/2 overload and 1/2 fish - Southern Near Me - Houston, Texas

Best food in Houston! Try the hot topic and overload. You Won't be disappointed! Every chance I get I eat there! read more

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OMG! This place is a MUST! If you're looking to pick up some home cooking, this is the place for you. To say the food is top notch is an understatement! This is a hole in the wall you don't wanna pass up. Don't let the store front fool you! Believe me when I say it's a MUST TRY! We got the hot topic & overload combo. Chef's kiss! Pasta, with white sauce, sausage, shrimp, & blackened fish. Perfection! I got fried fish on the side. OMG! Fried to perfection. 10 out of 10! We forgot to take a pic of the entire plate before we dug in. Husband/Wife owners- they were so sweet and a perfect pair. We will definitely be regulars! read more

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What can I say besides that the food is always amazing and the staff is always hospitable. Even willing to give you a sample to try everything if you need. Restaurant was clean and giving a very pleasant experience. 10 out of 10. Might be some of the best food in Houston. read more

I can't believe I'm going to say this but I think this beats Texas bbq for me. The people, the food, the service. 10/10 one of the best meals you will ever have read more

The food was great! Service was excellent. Will be back! Took 3 dishes to go. Overload. Hot Topic which is blackened fish and shrimp over rice. Turkey shrimp spaghetti. Family style! read more

Great customer service. The let you sample food..all food sampled was delish...the broccoli with cornbread was a hit..will be back. read more

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I've been wanting to try Bobobs for quite some time. We have family in town so we decided to order to go. We were told the order would be ready in 25 min. We got there with 5 min to spare but it took an hour for us to get our food. Bobobs is located inside of a gas station and is very much a hole in a wall which can be charming but in this case there was nothing esthetically positive. The area at night is roughhhhhh. The food itself was ok. The Hot topic was very salty. They also forgot our fries. That being said, they included a lot of shrimp, sausage, and fish. The main flavors you got were salt and butter. The gumbo was a bit more balanced but not mind blowing. read more

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This place is AMAZING! We're from Colorado and it was our first time visiting here but all the people working there was so nice to us. They gave us a sample of the Overload when we deciding and gave us some recommendations. We ordered the Overload and Philly cheese steak but all of them were so good. Additionally, owner came to us to try some Overload fries and they gave us for free!!! I'll come back to this place when I come back to Houston. Thank you! read more

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So Yelp provided me this suggestion and it looked so interesting, soul food out of a gas station. I consider myself fairly adventurous so why not? Walking in, you really wouldn't think much of this spot. It is literally inside the Valero gas station store but walk on towards the back and you'll start smelling various spices and food. I came on a Saturday night and there were a few people already waiting on their dinners. The chefs provided me some samples (which were amazing) and took my order and sent me on my way with a hefty portion of delicious smelling food. There is very limited seating available. I got the overload and it was so good (and just as good leftover). Its a lot of food and I echo someone's sentiment that it's a tad salty but you eat it with rice and it is perfect. The rice soaks up all that wonderful creamy sauce, you get chunks of chicken, andouille, and shrimp and again, they do not skimp on the protein. Between the mom and pop shop, wonderful chefs, and amazing food, I can't wait to come back and get more food. They have gumbo and fried foods that I need to get! This is the epitome of do not judge a book by its cover so please bring the kind folks at bobobs your business. read more

Bobobs - The overload - Southern Near Me - Houston, Texas

This is my 3rd time here and they don't disappoint...1st time I had the viral "Overload" with a grits base and it was AMAZING!!!! When I went back the 2nd time I had the over load with a rice base and it was just as amazing... I think I prefer it with the grits tho and the amount of food for the price is worth every cent... 3rd time I got wings and fries (simple) but just as tasty, fresh and got my brother fish and fries and he loved it as well. Everything is fresh and made to order so u may have a wait and on a Saturday the wait is a bit lengthy but well with it... I highly recommend this spot It's in the back of a gas station but don't let that discourage you cuz the food makes up for the ambience. read more

Food and customer service is delicious a 10 out of 10 The sauces and kabobs are great ! read more

It was great, but I think I was given someone else's order. I did not receive the extra spinach I asked for, nor was I given catfish. This looks like the plate of someone who doesn't like vegetables. Lol The food was seasoned to perfection! The restaurant is located inside of a gas station and is situated in a tight area, but they do have a few tables for seating. The staff is extremely friendly and welcoming, which you made for a good experience. I will be back and I'll remind them to give me extra spinach! read more

Bobobs - Left, Blackened fish and shrimp. Right, The Overload, all served over white rice. - Southern Near Me - Houston, Texas

They really know how to take care of their customers!!!!!! As soon as they see you, they are going to ask if this is your first trying their food. If you say yes, they are going to give you samples of EVERYTHING they make!!!! The young lady brought me over 6 samples, without me having to ask and even before she showed me the menu. (she did ask if I had any food allergies, before she gave me the samples) I ordered the turkey spaghetti and the overload over pasta. FLAVOR-FUL!!!!!! This place makes you feel like you've walked into your momma's kitchen. They great you with genuine smiles and a desire to feed you!!!! read more

Food is good. People are very nice and friendly. Service was great. Make sure you call in your order. They appear to cook to order so you will wait. Will definitely go back when I'm on that side of town. read more

Bobobs changed my life. In what world do you get 10/10 food, community and service. I would recommend this place no matter what, even if you have to drive hours to get here. read more

The food was AMAZING!!! Found this place by chance and I'm definitely coming back, they give samples and they are such sweet people with great service, running this place, 100 stars if I could, feels like I'm at a family members house and everything is cooked with love you can tell read more

Bobobs - broccoli shrimp picken - Southern Near Me - Houston, Texas

Shame on me for not take a picture of the Overlaod option but you can see from the previous photos and I will just say it is just like it was advertised. That option was so good, I didn't finish it all in one sitting. So much flavor. I appreciate the welcoming spirit the owners had as I approached them. Good spot to check out. read more

Between the impromptu prix fixe tasting in sauce cups all the way to the blackened and tasty char on the shrimp, this was a cultural experience that is second to none in my life thus far. Home. Style. Goodness. read more

Bobobs - Hot shot and broccoli/cornbread shrimp and cheese (something Cush?) - Southern Near Me - Houston, Texas

So, you walk to the back of a gas station convenience store, that kind of atmosphere I think is always promising. It's a family business, and all of them were there. Super friendly. My husband told them it was our first time, and they immediately insisted on giving us samples. So nice. We had looked at the menu on yelp before going (as we all do, if you're still reading), and I held fast to my choice to get the Hot Topic, but my husband was swayed away from his decision on their fried food, and got the Overload. The pictures do not do justice to how delicious everything was. Rice is not my favorite starch, I'm more of a potato person, but you could put the sauce they make on a rock, and I'd probably try to eat it. The portions are really large. We will definitely be back, everything was fantastic! read more

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The gumbo I had was awesome, so delicious. I would highly recommend this restaurant. read more

Bobobs - Southern Near Me - Houston, Texas

Excellent and delicious food! I was near MDA and it was getting a little late as I was trying to find a place to grab a bite for me and my husband. I saw the great reviews and decided to check it out. I knew it was in a gas station. We arrived and walked to the back. The menu was a bit confusing to me, and nothing jumped out. So I turned to walk away. One of the owners started calling out to me that I was making a mistake. I returned to the counter and asked what was good. He gave us samples of gumbo, overload, and the mix (I think I got that right). They were all delicious and well seasoned. We ordered a small gumbo and a 1/2 and 1/2 to go. The portions and amount of meat or fish were incredibly generous. The food was fantastic and delicious. The owners were so nice. Moral of the story: don't pass this place up; walk to the counter in the back of the gas station; ask what's good. They won't steer you wrong and will treat you incredibly well. read more

Best Philly cheesesteak I have ever had! I wish I could explain how delicious the food is, seasoned so well and still hot and fresh when I brought it home. I called to order and arrived 5 minutes after closing and they were so understanding and still gave me my food with a smile (and it was hot!). Even in a gas station the vibe is chill, and I was there at 9 at night. Can't say enough good things about the food and the service 10/10! read more

Bobobs - Philly Cheesesteak with fries - Southern Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great people! I was welcomed like Norm on Cheers at this place. The sample was unsolicited and appreciated. Food was an experience, it will pack some meat on your bones while you enjoy these delicious offerings. read more

I was a little skeptical about ordering meals from inside the gas station convenient store at first. I immediately felt welcomed by the father daughter duo that greeted me with a smile and very heartfelt customer service. They gave great advice on what to try and suggestions. We ended up ordering the Hot Topic, fried lobster with fries, and fried snapper with spinach. We ordered to go because there is very limited seating inside. All of the dishes were fresh and flavorful. This is a good place to grab and go dinner or lunch. read more

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Fast service, good food to go. Not much area for seating. Friendly food with samples! I arrived late, 8:30pm and some items were low or out. Had plenty to eat. read more

My favorite restaurant during my recent trip to Houston. It's located in the back of the Valero, lots of folks hanging out and watching the game while chatting with the chefs. I had the overload and it was excellent---the shrimp creme sauce was delicate, and the andouille and fish pieces were both cooked very well. I will be back to try the oxtail. read more

I was a little hesitant at first glance when looking up somewhere to eat as I saw it was in a gas station, but I'm glad I came. Honestly 5/5, excellent customer service all around. There was a little wait but the service and free samples alone overshadow that. Everything is cooked fresh and made to order. The owners are really nice as well and you can tell they care about what they're doing as well as conversations where you feel like they're getting to know you and not just treated like a typical customer. I for sure will come back to try things on the menu, the Hot Topic over fish was fire! The Alfredo mix I sampled was good too! Give them a try! read more

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Great experience and amazing food! I can't wait to go back a try some different items!

Customer service alone gets it 5 stars. A family owned business and they let you sample everything on the menu. I personally loved the overload. The overload was really good. The combination is different. It reminded me of the soup at the Olive Garden, but way better . It's creamy with spinach and chicken and shrimp. I definitely will go back again. read more

I always seen bobobs on Instagram...so me and my wife finally came to try them out. So we got there around 12:44...so they gave us a couple of samples and they was ok but my wife liked the chicken pickens(I think that's what it's called). So we put in and order for that and we ordered some wings and catfish. So we go outside and wait for our food...30 minutes pass by so we go back in they still working on our food. So they offered us water but we still had to wait another 30 minutes or so to get our food and I don't know if they were overwhelmed that day but it wasn't like they were really sorry we had to wait to get our food that long it was more like your food coming up. Now we coming waaaaaay from Rosharon to check them out most restaurants will be like I put some extra this or that, but it was more like here yall go you food ready and thank you. I love to support my people but some of us need better customer service....I want be going back but I would love y'all to go try them for yourself maybe that was just a bad day for them. But for me I didn't like the food but like I said my wife love the chicken picken. I'm not trying to bash these guys but hope this help them to be more considerate about your customer cause an hour and some change is a longtime to wait for some wings and fish. read more

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Decided to order through Uber Eats & I was surely impressed. I LOVE seafood & Sauce ! I ordered the "Hot Topic" & it did not disappointment. The Hot Topic has Shrimp, Blackened Catfish, rice & a great cream sauce! If you don't like your food sauced up, this isn't the place for you, but I love Sauce so it was a match made in heaven. The food came hot & Fresh! Everything was seasoned beautifully! The Shrimp was very tender & fresh. Catfish was great & wasn't gummy. Rice was tender Cream Sauce was a hit!! Only thing I would have preferred was the consistency of the sauce to be a slightly on the thicker side but that's just my preference. Overall the food was great ! read more

Bobobs - Hot Topic ! Blackened Catfish, Shrimp, Rice & Cream Sauce ! - Southern Near Me - Houston, Texas

The service was awesome! and the food was sooo delicious! This lil family mom & pop spot is a gem of Houston! Show some love and enjoy some home cooking style soul food! P.S. Don't be fooled by the location, the food smacks! Straight up delicious soul food! read more