I had the salmon and it was very good. Waiter was very attentive. All in all great visit.

Ember & Greens is my kind of eatery. They have a clean-ish menu and a lot of gluten free and vegan options. And they mark the menu with items that can be made gluten free if they're typically not served that way (including pizzas). My girlfriend Cherry A and I started with mocktails--I loved my cucumber mint bev--along with cauli-wings and roasted root veggies (sweet potatos, carrots, potatoes). I also tried the chickpea and quinoa veggie soup--its hearty! Service was attentive. They also have a happy hour (bar only) with discounted drinks and bites. read more

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Ember & Greens is a nice little restaurant with in door and outside seating. The setup inside wasn't what I was expecting, but it wasn't bad. It was a beautiful day, so it would have been the perfect day to eat outside if you like that. I'm an eat indoors kind of person, but if you like to eat outside, they do have a few tables for that. I was meeting a friend for lunch and she suggested Ember & Green. We really couldn't decide what to order, so we decided to order a few things and share them. We started off with the Persian Cucumber Sald. It had Persian cucumbers, heirloom cherry tomatoes, red onions, and Kalamata olives with oil and lemon dressing and topped with parsley and feta cheese. Let me tell you, thats lemon dressing was delicious! It went so well with the cucumbers. Next we ordered Blackened salmon with lemon butter and avocado salsa, served with charred broccolini, roasted carrots and potatoes on a bed of cilantro green pea quinoa. I'm really not a huge fan of salmon, but I'm trying to like it more by trying it different ways. The spices that they put on the salmon were really good, not too spicy, but also, not bland. It was also cooked perfectly. Oh, and that lemon butter... that lemon butter made the meal if you ask me. It was so good. So good in fact, I had to try and make salmon with lemon butter at him the very next week. Mine didn't come out as good as Ember & Greens, but it was decent. That just means that I need to leave the cooking to the professional. For dessert we decided to share the Skillet Cookie. Its a house made chocolate chip cookie baked in a cast iron skillet and topped with Amy's Mexican Vanilla Ice Cream and chocolate sauce. This was the only thing that we ordered that was a nope. I dont know what happened, but it didn't seem like it was cooked at all in the middle. We took a few bites, that was all we could eat of it. All and all, it was a good experience and I will go back. I'll just skip dessert next time. read more

The food was so good and portioned generously. We had the appetizers that come in either flour or veggie wraps w surprise delights in them and a delicious sauce. The kabobs were outstanding and the little salad that came with it. I'm going back today, having gone just a week ago. Taking friends. The staff let us stay to the end of our get together or a bit past closing time. My husband got a chicken bacon sandwich and sweet potato fries that were just as good the next day. Air fryers are great for warming up or cooking whatever. Ember and Greens can accommodate a large party in the back half of the restaurant. Nothing much for the kids to do but the staff didn't seem to mind their hopping and hiding under our tables. read more

Eat, Drink, HTX. Made a reservation for a Sunday night dinner for three. The restaurant is so cute and cozy with tables and booths. Lots of TVs to watch the Olympic Games while you wait for dinner. I liked watching the open pizza oven. They make a lot of pizzas here. The Eat, Drink, HTX menus are a great way to try new restaurants while giving back to the Houston Food Bank. A starter, an entree and a dessert. $25 for dinner. So many choices on this menu. A great deal while helping out those in need. "Started" with the Turkey Samosas. Four crispy pastries that are filled with seasoned ground turkey, potatoes and parsley served with cucumber yogurt. Delicious! The Ember & Greens Soup that my family had was hot, hot, hot and so tasty. The fresh soup was filled with a blend of spinach, parsley, and cilantro with chickpeas, caramelized onions, pinto beans and quinoa. My FIL polished off his bowl! For dinner, we all had the Blackened Salmon. The salmon with lemon butter and avocado salsa served on roasted carrots, broccoli and potatoes and a bed of quinoa. It was a full plate, which we all took home for dinner the next day. Note: it is quite buttery. My FIL had his butter and avocado salsa on the side which worked for him. I loved mine as is. Even though we were pretty full, we still enjoyed dessert. The tiramisu was so indulgent. Loved the layered mascarpone custard, whipped cream, coffee liqueur and coffee-soaked ladyfingers. My FLI had the Chia Seed Pudding with fresh berries. What a great meal. We had a slight hiccup where the appetizers came slightly after the main meal was served, but they were so honest about what happened that I still have to give them five stars for their food and their service. Would try them again for their generous, delicious meals. Lots of parking. Water glasses were frequently filled both with and without meals. Thank you for a really nice Sunday night dinner with family. read more

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Looking for something different around the office - decided to pop in...so glad we did! **it's in the same center with DSW and Home Goods Arrived around 12 - plenty of seating. Hostess was very nice and our waitstaff was friendly, helpful with understanding menu items and fun. Everything on the menu looked delish! - it was hard to choose! We had the chicken wrap w sweet potato fries, ginger chicken salad and a side of mac and cheese. The fries were perfect. Wrap was very good. Salad was fresh and tasty. Mac was cooked perfectly and the right amount of cheesiness. read more

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My husband and I love this place. Food is great, service amazing. Abraham provides great service.

Amazing restaurant with great food and excellent customer service. I love this staple for delicious healthy food options. I had the Oriental Salad and opted to add grilled salmon for protein. My table mates ordered the Chicken salad croissant sandwich, which the owner later came and sat with us and shared the story of how her mother prepared it for her and the secret ingredient that makes it so delicious. She shared stories of each dish on the menu and its significance in her life or her sons, and why they were chosen. The food is consistently great each and every time I visit and the customer service is the best. Definitely visit this beautiful venue with great food. Lots of vegan and gluten free options and their cocktail selection is the best. read more

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I've ordered from here and been here many times and I love the jalapeno pasta, it is so flavorful and huge, I love having it for leftovers. Comes with broccoli and mushrooms so I love getting my veggies in as well. I can tell the food here is made with good ingredients because I have a sensitive stomach and it isn't bothered too much by the food I eat here! The chickpea wrap is flavorful with their tzatziki sort of sauce on the side. I've had the Caesar salad and that was super flavorful! This lemonade was so refreshing. They have outdoor seating, a bar inside and friendly staff that greets you when you come in and when you leave. It's American food with a bit of a spin, Mediterranean influence as well. read more

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Came for a solo HRW experience - the staff were very welcoming and my waitress was knowledgeable of the menu and offered great suggestions. I started off with a drink off their happy hour menu (which was generous, like weekdays 3-6pm). I got a spicy margarita for $7 that was refreshing & had a nice kick. 1st & 2nd course came out together: Caesar salad & turkey samosa were quite good! The salad had the addition of sundried tomatoes & Brussels sprouts to elevate their take of the traditional Caesar. The samosas tasted fresh and warm but I wish it had a tad more spice or flavor to it. 3rd course: Lamb chops were fairly decent, a bit on the smaller size. HRW portion only comes with 1 lamb chop so I paid extra for an additional lamb chop (honestly much needed because otherwise it wouldn't have been filling). Flavor-wise, the sauce was a sweet apricot so be mindful of it and the broccoli was bland. 4th course: tiramisu was delicious! It's made in house and was the perfect treat to end the meal. Their regular menu seemed extensive so I'd come back to explore more meals. read more

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Came here for a quick bite for lunch and the food was amazing. The quinoa bowl is definitely filling with lots of assorted veggies. One bowl with all the nutrients you need. The wings are average, they were really soft which was kind of weird. The environment was nice and I definitely want to visit during their happy hour. The waiter was really attentive and friendly. read more

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The ambiance is casual and family-friendly, with kind, hospitable service and solid menu recommendations. The food leans healthy, making it an enjoyable option for a relaxed lunch. While nothing particularly stood out as spectacular, the overall experience was pleasant. From best to least: 1. Sriracha cauliflower - the most interesting dish; crispy, fresh, and nicely spiced 2. House soup - healthy, comforting, and filling 3. Burrata and prosciutto flatbread - good portion size and easy to share with kids, though the flavors were more muted than expected 4. Shakshuka - savory, but the seasoning felt a bit flat and lacked the kick I prefer read more

Love E&G! This was my first time here, after hearing great recommendations from friends. If in the Spring Branch/Memorial area, E&G is a great locally owned, smaller restaurant for date night, dinner with friends, or even a solo night or happy hour. My friend and I enjoyed the ceviche as an appetizer, then I loved the kebabs! I opted for the chicken and steak kebabs, it comes with quinoa and peas. Filing, delicious, healthy, and flavorful. Of course we had to try dessert - the skillet cookie was good, but the ends were a bit too crispy for my taste, but the middle was perfectly baked. Service was also phenomenal. My only complaint and reason for 4 stars is that the restaurant is noisy. We mentioned it/asked about it to a few of the staff members and they said it is a known problem with the acoustics. When we were there, there was also a loud party near the bar area that carried, but it seems like it can be noisy in the front part of the restaurant. I think it would be better in a booth near the back. Overall, would definitely come again and again. read more

I came in a Saturday for brunch. We sat at the bar and service was ok. I ordered a mimosa and my entree. Unfortunately my first order had a hair in it. We brought it to our server's attention and she sent over the manger. The manger had it remade and took it off my bill which was very generous. The second time was a charm as the food was very good and filling. Bathroom was clean and huge parking lot out front as it's in a plaza of businesses. read more

Ember & Greens - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Me and my friends were looking for something healthy near the memorial city area and found this place through Yelp. As a vegetarian they had many vegetarian items so we decided to go here! It was 12pm on a Sunday and I was thankful they had a huge plaza parking lot. We were seated and checked out the menu, there were so many options- the jalapeño pasta looked good for us so 3/4 of us decided to order it. I am a bit sensitive to spicer food but thought it's just jalapeños so I could handle it. When the pasta came it was hot! It was creamy yet spicy and flavored so well! I also tried some of the truffle fries we got as a table and they were also Flavored well! So yum! We had a great time here as vegetarians! I do want to go back and try some of their other options. Highly recommend in memorial area! read more

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Nicely done! This place is a gem. The manager stopped by and said hello. The food was awesome, the layout was good and everything was fresh. I really liked this place. All the staff was friendly and it was clean. read more

Ember & Greens - Dinner - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

I brought my work team here for the first time and everyone enjoyed. I have been here with my family several times and we always have a good experience. The food is amazing. Let me just start with that. Everything is more salt on the healthier side and extremely flavorful prices are also great. I knocked off a star because sometimes things don't come out as hot as they could and each time the drinks seem to be a slight bust the sodas are not very flavorful almost as if they need to be changed . The alcoholic drinks are also very weak. We often times end up, sending them back or switching to something else in hopes that it will be better and it never is. You really can't mess with the food. The ambience is also very quaint and clean overall the food is what keeps us coming back. read more

Vegan & Gluten Free Friendly! Fresh ingredients! Great service! Clean modern restaurant. read more

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Eat local, eat often! Service and atmosphere: The service was outstanding during our visit. The staff were friendly, helpful, attentive, and knowledgeable. The restaurant was clean, spacious, organised, and played good music. You can choose your table both inside and outside. Food and drinks: The menu was well designed and helped navigating through various food and drinks selection. The food choices were great. All dishes ordered arrived on time were well presented and tasted great too. Good hearty fresh ingredients that were well seasoned and delivered on the flavours front. Pricing: $$ - worth the flavours and great customer experience. read more

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I just found out about this little gem. While a bit pricey, the chicken wings and tomato soup is my go to - both delicious.

Wonderful fresh food with good service and vegan choices. The portions are very generous. The ambiance is casual and not too loud so you can hear others at your table. read more

If Ember & Greens has no fans then I'm dead.. lol I honestly loveee this place. The food is amazing and the customer service is fantastic. This has quickly become one of my favorite restaurants. I always order the skewers! So much food and so flavorful, it comes with the quinoa it's so fresh and light and lemony. The sriracha cauliflower bites are so dang good too! I've made my friends and coworkers come here doing restaurant weeks and I converted them to being big fans! Their deal came with the an appetizer, a main, and a dessert! When my friend and I ordered the crème brûlée and they ran out, they comped our dessert and we got to choose a different one that wasn't on the restaurant weeks menus which was so nice. Again I love this place, so I recently had them cater for my birthday party. The owner I believe is Iman and he was the sweetest when we were communicating to have everything good to go for my event. They delivered it for free and everyone loved the food. Couldn't recommend this place enough!! read more

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5-Star Review -- Ember & Greens (Houston, TX) Stopped in for brunch at Ember & Greens, and what an amazing experience! Ordered the Chicken & Waffles (perfectly crispy and delicious! ), the Coal-Fire Roasted Shakshouka -- full of bold flavor -- along with Fresh Bread & Garlic Olive Oil to start. Everything was beautifully presented and tasted even better than it looked. What really set this visit apart was the incredible hospitality. The owner personally came to our table to welcome us and made us feel truly valued as guests. You don't find that level of personal attention everywhere -- it made the whole experience extra special. Definitely planning to return to explore more of the menu. Highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for a fantastic brunch or a standout meal in Houston! read more

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Located in a shopping plaza alongside I-10 with plenty of parking in front. There are both indoors and outdoor seating and the menu focuses on the healthier options that have more greens and grilling; they also have a pizza oven indoors hence the pizza and flatbread options on the menu. We got cauliflower bites and brussel sprouts for apps. Both were solid and tasty; I would've opted for a different sauce for the cauliflower that was less heavy. I got the chipotle ensalada for my main with steak and the Al pastor flatbread. The dressing on the salad wasn't really to my liking and the salad was a bit too reliant on iceberg lettuce vs higher grade greens like arugula or others. The steak was also a bit underseasoned and bland. The flatbread was tasty and could've been a pizza instead to better hold the sauce and toppings. Service was fine and it seemed like a fairly popular spot for the younger audience. Solid spot overall. read more

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The restaurant was clean and the quality of the food matched. I got the simplest option on the menu, the wagyu burger, but it was cooked and dressed perfectly. Ask for Abraham if you stop in! read more

Mixed experience, needs improvement!!!!!!! Ember & Greens has a nice concept and a modern, clean vibe, but the overall experience fell short of expectations. The menu sounds appealing, however the food we received was inconsistent. Some items were decent, while others lacked flavor and didn't feel worth the price. Service was slow and a bit disorganized, even though the place wasn't very busy at the time. We had to wait longer than expected for our order, and follow-up from staff was minimal. It's not a terrible spot, but for the cost and concept, there's room for improvement. With better consistency in food quality and more attentive service, this place could be much better. read more

It's actually insane how delicious the food is here. It was our first time here and we were bored of eating the usual, so we decided to venture out to Memorial and I'm so glad we did. When you first walk in the place is so aesthetic and best of all it looks and smells so clean. The service was great and helpful Now to the food, we started with the hummus appetizer and after trying that I just knew the food was gonna be amazing. The bread was so good, that's the best hummus I've had in a while. We got the 5 skewers plate and the citrus chicken and they were both incredible, full of so much flavor and seasoning. The whole time I was eating I just kept thinking this is so good and I'm going to be sad once I finish my plate. We will definitely be back here and bring friends because it is literally that good. 1000/10 most definitely recommend. read more

Ember & Greens - Spinach & Cilantro Hummus - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

I've been here twice and wish I could go everyday! The food is outstanding and the service is amazing! Absolutely recommend! read more

Ember & Greens - Rustic Veggies & Quinoa Rustic Veggies & Quinoa - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Houston has lots of great restaurants - and this one (off Katy in the Memorial Villages areas) holds it's own quite easily. Had salad and pizza, twice actually. Both times, service was very friendly and prompt. Salads were great as well. First time, pizza - ordered with very light cheese - was DELISH - crust was soft on the inside, firm on the bottom (Dave would definitely approve), and flavor was balanced and complex. Second time, we forgot to ask for very light cheese and...yep, way too much. The flavors of the bread, sauce and ingredients - all of which seemed very fresh - are better when allowed to shine! If you haven't been yet, go. I anticipate it will quickly become a regular go-to place for locals. read more

My BFF and I came here for a catch up season and an early dinner since this was mid point for us from our jobs. I made a reservation because I was on the website but it was not needed as we came on a Tuesday night and it was pretty quiet even though our waitress at the bar said it was busy for a Tuesday. The location is random and bigger than what I was expecting. The people are friendly and you can tell they enjoy their regulars. Food: since it was still happy hour for 15mins we hurried to order drinks and food. My friend is pregnant so it was nice that they have mocktails in the happy hour menu. The cauliflower had a nice breading and the sauce had a wonderful kick. The veggies samosas were perfectly cooked but the dipping sauce was confusing at first. I believe the sauce I was actually butter but whatever it was it worked really well. I love they give options on the bread for pizza and that is is cooked in a pizza oven. The pizza was wonderful with a soft but crunchy crust. While we were eating I was thinking of when I could come back and also found out another friends new job is less than a mile away which means I will be back very soon. read more

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Alway a great dining experience here! Good service and friendly servers. The food is always tasty, love the salmon! Great happy hour as well! read more

Ember & Greens - Blackened Salmon Entree - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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THIS SHIP HAS SUNK!!! This place was once something to brag about to friends and family. However, during my most recent visit, I've discovered that it's nothing to brag about anymore. As a matter of fact, I am extremely disappointed with the service and the quality of the food, because this ship has sunk below sea level and has gone beyond the abyss! I don't know if I'll ever climb aboard again. My husband and I came here on a Saturday around 4:30 pm. The place wasn't busy with only a few diners dining inside. The patio was void of customers seeing that it's too hot to dine outside anyway. Upon entering, the host did not greet us with a friendly and welcoming gesture, but he was not rude with us or anything like that. He greeted us with a question, "Table for two?" He collected two menus and led us to the dining room and asked where we would like to sit. I appreciate him for letting us choose our own table to dine. That was really nice of him. Our server was a young gentleman by the name of Seth. He was very friendly, welcoming, attentive, and absolutely professional. With that being said, my two-star rating is based solely on the service rendered by our server, Seth. Thanks for your warm and friendly hospitality Seth! As far as the food is concerned, this is where the disappointment comes. I ordered their salmon dish which is served over a bed of quinoa and steamed vegetables and roasted potatoes. This is an absolutely great tasting dish and it started off good. However, as I was nibbling on the quinoa and vegetables, a spoiled scent was hitting my nose off and on, but it didn't taste spoiled. This is where my experience took a turn for the worse. I broke off a tiny corner piece of the salmon and tasted it and it was flavorful and crunchy, which made me want to dig deeper and try a piece of the middle section of the salmon. When I separated the salmon, the smell grew stronger and when I tried the thicker part of the salmon, I quickly spat it out of my mouth in total disgust! It was spoiled and tasted badly, like the horrible smell that was filling my nostrils. I brought this issue to my waiter's attention and he immediately reported it to the manager. When the manager came over to inquire about the issue I was having with my meal, he was cordial and polite. However, he offered a weak explanation that they had just gotten the salmon in a shipment and that it should be fresh and then he offered to remake the dish for me. I politely declined his offer and requested their house salad instead. I mean seriously dude, you tell me that the salmon just came in but it's sitting on my plate spoiled and filling my nose with a heinous smell, and you want to replace it with another piece of salmon when there's a possibility it may be spoiled as well, especially since it came from the same shipment! Furthermore, the house salad that they replaced my first dish with was delicious, but lacked lettuce. It was filled with those hard pieces of Romaine lettuce and barely had any leafy parts. Once again, I was disappointed. The proof is in the photos. Moreover, my husband ordered the Wagyu burger, which is his favorite dish from this place. He has bragged to so many people about this burger and was a little disappointed with the flavor of it during our visit. He said that it was good but lacked the juiciness and unique flavors that it once held. They also forgot to add the special caramelized sauce on the burger that normally comes on it. The onions are supposed to be caramelized and if you look at the picture you will see that the onions are just plain grilled onions without the caramelized sauce. Also, the burger is smaller than it once was. In the past my husband has never been able to finish the entire Wagyu burger, but this time he was. If you think I'm pulling your leg, just look at the old photos that I posted in the past and compare to the recent photos. However, the appetizer that we ordered was absolutely delicious, which was the plain coal-fired wings without any sauce, but they do come in different flavors like herb and Parmesan and buffalo. They're also served with a cucumber dill ranch sauce which has lost its pizazz as well. It's not as delicious as it used to be. BUMMER! Overall, hubby and I enjoyed each other's company due to the quiet and relaxing atmosphere. There was light music playing and also TV monitors displaying the Paris Olympics. I don't know what has gone wrong with this establishment but I truly hope they will bounce back. The manager should choose his words wisely when attempting to rectify an issue with a customer. The host should work on his customer service skills and the cooks need to be more mindful of the food that they're serving paying customers. I don't appreciate spending my money only for you to give me food poisoning. That's not cool at all. The only thing I truly enjoyed during this visit were the plain wings and my vodka cranberry drink. Both were delicious. read more

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Went back to Ember and Greens last week and got the Citrus Crusted Chicken. It was so delicious, I had to do an update to my previous review! The chicken was soo good - different flavors than I'm used to having with chicken. The chicken is seasoned with tumeric and cinnamon and the same sauce is used for the potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, onions and apples. The apples were so delicious in the sauce! Wow, this was a delicious meal - and you can tell the ingredients are fresh. Many of the menu options are gluten free or can come gluten free, which was a huge plus for one of the friends I ate with. Can't wait to go back! read more

Ember & Greens - Citrus Chicken - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Hidden gem. Food is consistently great Service is very good. Never leave feeling hungry or rushed. Will continue going back.

Great food and atmosphere. Wednesday night meal. Had citrus chicken and the Brussels sprouts. Would come back again when in town. read more

Great place for healthy option dining. They have a great patio, indoor bar top and bistro type seating. Deja was fantastic. Checked on us regularly and offered suggestions. We started with the Sriracha cauliflower. It's lightly fried, served with a wonderful dressing and a side of carrots with celery. For my main course, I had the Portabella and warm spinach salad. It is topped with sun dried tomatoes and pine nuts then drizzled with balsamic dressing. Delicious! They have convenient parking directly outside the restaurant. Love that! Thoroughly enjoyed our lunch. We will return! read more

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A friend and I decided to try E&G for brunch (FYI, it's only served on the weekends). Zack was our waiter and he was pretty good. I asked for recommendations and had questions about the menu which he politely answered. He checked on us appropriately and for all of that, I tipped him handsomely. For drinks, my friend ordered a coffee, they don't have any fancy offerings there, and I went with the coffee float. It could stand to be a dollar or two cheaper for what it is. It needed more ice cream for sure with an $8 price tag, seemed more like one scoop instead of two. Now the food, we started with an app of the samosas. Now the outside was flaky, inside more mushy than I like but overall, they tasted really well. For entree, my friend ordered the roasted shakshouka which I still don't know what is inside it but she said it was good. Came with super delicious looking bacon and bfast potatoes. I decided to treat myself with the 3 lamb chops. For $44, they know they should make that an even 4 chops! The first bite was so damn delicious. It had the right amount of charring and was tender. The other two were nicely charred but the meat started feeling a bit tough. I still was eating at the bone to get my money's worth, I do not give one single solitary (you fill in the blank). Even Zack commented on it! I was like dude if you saw alladat, why you ain't sneak me another chop! The lamb chops were accompanied with garlic mashed potatoes and 3 spears of asparagus. That should have been a bigger serving, I would have asked for more but didn't think at the time. read more

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Dinner party of four had a wonderful dinner experience. The food was exceptional with a variety of dishes to choose from . Salads , pizza, to beef skewers the food did not disappoint. The food and drink prices are very reasonable which put the fun back in going out . $8.00 Titos and other drinks not bad for regular dining hours . The waiter did a great job and provided great service . We can't wait to visit the restaurant again. Also , they have a nice bar area . Thumbs up ! read more

Great food and very pleasant service. The warm portobello mushroom salad was lovely and the salmon cooked perfectly. Nice wine list with good happy hour options. Will definitely dine here again. read more

Very Nice place Staff is wonderful. Food is great. Been here Multiple times will continue to come back.