Appetizers were very good, main course was fantastic, and desert was ridiculous. Pricing is a bit…read moremore than you'd expect for the location, but the food was worth it. This isn't "good fast Italian", it's top notch Italian. Our server was super friendly and attentive, to boot. Definitely on our rotation now.

My daughter and I went there and we had a very nice time. The food was so good and so the service…read morewas great! We definitely will be back!

Great, friendly service Very pet friendly, including a…read moredoggie menu!!! We always sit outside under the covered patio Because, we have our dog He loves the Mutt Loaf...6 oz burger with green beans...no seasoning Of course the menu is large. Loads to choose from! I am pescatarian and I have plenty of options! All delicious Inside restaurant is very cozy Great place for lunch, business or pleasure and of course date night

I will definitely give Happy hour menu a thumbs up…read more Customer Service needs improvement

I want to start out by saying that the staff was great and had impeccable service. We showed up and…read moredidn't know we needed a reservation yet they were able to seat us with no issue. Sadly, that was where the good times ended. The decor is an eclectic mix of studio pictures from the attached photography studio. Random yet quaint. The hilarity of brown paper bags stuffed with white claws at the other tables lent a certain added character to the eatery. Certainly interesting. It is a BYOB establishment so you will be left drinking canned sodas or tea. Not a huge issue, but certainly sad. We ordered the lobster bisque as an appetizer. Fishy. I'm not afraid of fishy but I fully expect lobster to be sweet and the bisque to add a burst of creaminess. It was very obviously not fresh lobster. For entrees we ordered the lobster Mac and Cheese and the Blackened Stuffed Flounder. First, the lobster was no less fishy in the Mac and Cheese which was bland and not very flavorful. Secondly, the flounder was a huge disappointment. It wasn't blackened so didn't have that familiar character flavor profile. It was soft throughout. Like a pile of bland mush with zero flavor or texture. I wouldn't be surprised if it wasn't previously frozen and possible microwaved. To fail on all levels beyond the service is inexplicable. Sadly, this will not be on the rotation of wonderful restaurants to visit in the Kingwood area.

We ate there tonight. Party of 4. Our orders: Appetizers:Fire and Ice shrimp, crab cakes,…read morearancini. Entrees: 2 people got Filets, 1 pecan crusted Chicken, Lamb Chops. Desert- Bourbon Pecan Pie, chocolate cake with cherries. , chese. 0-10 review = 3. Nothing we ate was bad. The filets were tough and. Chewy, sauces were very off and not enjoyable. The pecan crusted chicken was dry and the sauce on top of it was too sweet The lamb chops were thoroughly enjoyed by the guest, who ate them All of the desserts could've been sent back because they just weren't any good. The ambience and atmosphere was great because you could hear each other. Talk and enjoy conversation. However, my all in all score of this restaurant is unfavorable. I won't be going back. The reviews that I have seen in the past are nowhere close to what was reality. The best thing that I ate tonight in the restaurant was the warm rolls with the butter.

Rarely do I give reviews but Just had brunch at Raffas and kudos to the kitchen! The French toast…read morewas perfect! Crispy outside with cake-like center topped with fresh whipped cream, chunks of apple and walnut syrup. My wife is an extremely picky eater but devoured her crab cakes Benedict. The hollandaise was spot on. My son ordered a special request and Chefs Dom, Marino, and Eldis had no problem executing it. Our server/bartender Maria was more than friendly and professional! Good job Raffas!

Well...great venue. I personally didn't have the experience I was expecting. It wasn't very busy at…read moreall, but the wait for drinks and food was abnormally long. The service personnel were friendly and attended the table well, but the turn around especially during brunch time was really slow. Like we only have one bartender or cook slow. However, the food was really good. The ambiance was quiet, we had a good corner table with a view of the water. No one was on the patio due to the weather but I feel that would be a better experience, and offer the coastal vibes. Accessibility for those mobility impaired is good. For the most part, but may be a bit tighter between tables when busy. The staff is very helpful in this regard. On another day with better weather, I'd give the patio a try.

DELICIOUS!! We've been here for happy hour before, but this was our first time trying dinner. We…read moreordered beef fajitas, and they were absolutely excellent. The meat was perfectly seasoned and super tender. You can choose between refried beans, black beans, or Charro, and we went with the refried beans--they were really good. The rice was tasty, and the tortillas were simply wonderful. The presentation was beautiful too. We sat at the bar and received great service. Definitely would recommend!

Service sucks waiter sat us down took order and pretty much would take a long time to check on us ,…read moreI wanted another drink but he never came back enough to ask for a refill or another drink . The food is ok torta had little bit of meat the enchiladas are good the fries are regular no seasoning. Overall it's ok to try but the service sucks so I wouldn't come back . Ambiance is calm with background music .

SO good: great food, great value, great service. Very generous portions for the price…read more I'm mostly vegetarian & they had a lot of vegetarian options. A bonus is complimentary buttery garlic knots. Janice/Janis, our server, was awesome. They can accommodate large groups. There was a coach/bus in the parking lot & the passengers were filing out as we walked in.

We love this place. Best Italian north of I-610! We live in Conroe and it's a 45 minute drive, but…read moreworth it. Great pizza and pasta.

I happened to be in Kingwood for my friend's engagement party and decided to stop by Cowboy Surfer…read morefor a night cap. I've been to the original location in Spring Branch, but this was my first time visiting this location. The bar is located in a shopping strip off of 59. Parking is plentiful. Unlike the original location, you do not have to scan your ID (if you've been to the Spring Branch location, then you know what I'm talking about). It was pretty early on a Saturday evening, so it wasn't terribly busy. I sat at the bar. I don't know the bartender's name that served me, but she was nice. I ordered the Kingwood which is a gin based cocktail with cucumber. The drink was fine, but it was a little tart for my preference. A splash of simple syrup would have balanced it out. I did request for it to be less spicy (it has jalapeño in it). They have live music, though when I was there, they didn't have a band playing. They serve typical bar food like burgers, salads, and nachos. The vibe wasn't quite the same as the location in Spring Branch, but it was fine. This is a nice option for craft cocktails in Kingwood.

Where board shorts and bootstraps come together to create a laid back and southern experience,…read morewelcome Cowboy Surfer. Ambiance: 5/5 Nestled in the shopping strip center off 59 HWY from the outside it blends until you notice the sign and you see "cocktail lounge" I believe it's a first the front of Kingwood and I got excited and had to stop in. Plenty of parking and casual attire is welcome. But if you want to don your full on spurs, Stetsons and swagger or your surf threads, go right ahead! Although I'm sure shirt and shoes are required and you'll probably get cold since there is no sun or waves inside. Once inside the theme is as the name of the bar is, Cowboys and Surfers. Plenty of seating from booths, tables and bar. And there's also pool table and shuffle board. There was a live band "Pack of Strays" playing and was enjoyable. The lounge has live music on certain days and a Happy Hour everyday from 4-7, so I will have to come back to check that out. Service: 4/5 I sat at the bar and bartender didn't really engage much, though I noticed him engaging with a couple of select groups. No I wasn't on my phone when I walked in, if anything I make it a point to be mindful when entering any place as to note my surroundings and also be able to tell what the vibe is like. Though the service wasn't necessarily anything noteworthy, which attention & engagement would've made the experience/review a 5, the drinks were specially crafted which takes mindfulness to make. Food/Drinks: 4/5 Their menu has multiple options when it comes to drinks and also offer some food selections. I didn't get to try the food, but saw some items that looked interesting and want to try. They also have a list of beers and wine, so again, something for every taste. For this visit I only had two drinks. Beach Break: 4/5 with choice of Gin or Vodka (I went with gin of course) it has a refreshing taste as it is shaken with fresh cucumbers and lime juice, it also has simple syrup. It was more tart than I would think it probably was going for. I did appreciate that they didn't go heavy on the sweetness, but would've liked it with agave as the fresh ingredients would go well with it. For my next visit I will likely ask to substitute with agave as they do have it and it was in my next drink. The Kingwood: 4/5 crafted with my favorite "Hendricks gin" and named after the neighborhood we live in, this cocktail is also refreshing and enjoyed more than the Beach Break. It went down easy, bartender did ask if I was good with the jalapeño that it's muddled with and this time I opted to only have it with muddled cucumber. Again refreshing and not tart so maybe this is the alternative to Beach Break. It is made with topo chico and Tajín rim. Overall it is a laid back environment, live music and the drink options are promising, it's a cocktail shop (candy shop). If you live in the area or find yourself in the area, do yourself a favor and come kick up your boots and hang ten.

This place has the best food ever. And to top it off the service is best than anywhere we have…read moregone to. Our server was Allie I believe. Everyone was great. We have been going there for years. Best chicken fried steak and fried fish and shrimp ever. Keep up the great work. Don't change a thing. Please. Kathy and Daron

First time visiting this place and it was very good. It is very cozy and unique. The service is…read morealso pretty quick. They have free bread rolls with cinnamon butter and these were so pillowy and delicious. The menu is reasonably priced as well. I ended up splitting a 15 ounce New York strip steak with my husband and it was plenty of food for $40. We ordered the temp medium and I will say it was more like medium rare, but it was still yummy. Very flavorful although could be more tender. The jalapeño hush puppies are soo good. Would come back here

Everything went well at this location! Love the welcoming and nice a clean place. My drinks and…read morefood were served quickly. My food took little bit but the wait was worth for. The beer on tap is fresh (no aftertaste) . Terry our server was excellent and friendly. Was my first time here and will not be the last. Family oriented. Restrooms was clean.

My husband ordered ravioli with meat sauce, and salmon piccata to go from Italiano's in Kingwood…read more The salmon was overcooked, and the entrée had artichoke hearts. Please have the cook check the internal temperature of the salmon entrée before it's plated.

Walking in, the place looked clean and inviting. I was immediately greeted by the hostess. I went…read moreto the bar, sat down, and the bartender greeted me immediately. A worker brought out chips and sauce a few minutes later. I ended up ordering the enchiladas Verde and they were excellent. The chicken tasted fresh and the green sauce homemade. The service was friendly and attentive. I would definitely come back to try something new.

Our experience was extremely disappointing, largely because of the service. From the moment we…read morearrived, the hostess, Brooklyn, seemed irritated. When we politely asked if we could switch tables, she rolled her eyes, walked away without saying anything, and made us feel like we were inconveniencing her. Unfortunately, our server, Filiberto, was no better. Throughout the meal, he repeatedly forgot basic items like our water, tortillas, and napkins--even after we reminded him more than once. For most of the meal, he was nowhere to be found, leaving us waiting for long periods whenever we needed anything. Good food can make up for a lot, but poor service from both the hostess and our waiter completely overshadowed the experience. We left feeling unwelcome and frustrated. Hopefully management addresses these issues, because no customer should be treated this way. Honestly, the hostess Brooklyn was the biggest disappointment. She walked everyone to their tables with a glare the entire evening and just looked miserable. She shouldn't be a hostess!