Had a party of 4, the bar was inviting and AJ was awesome, went to a table, service was great, app was delicious, ordered an 8oz Filet, when it came out is was overdone and the steak was about 1/2 thick. Not a true filet in my book. Tasted ok, didn't complain, but then the check came at the steak was $61. I was shocked. I have had many steaks elsewhere that were 1 1/2 thick cooked to perfection for less that this. Again the entire experience was a good experience with the exception of that steak and the price. So my advise is ask before ordering the filet. I will give them another try, just not order the steak. read more

The staff were amazing and the space was not too loud with very low lights. Tyler and V were very attentive. The old fashion was delish and the scallops and risotto were good and the bacon stole the show! I found out later that I should get the bang bang sauce in my Brussels sprouts since although good, I did feel like something was missing. Overall a good night and birthday dinner! read more

Federal American Grill - New England U-10 Diver Scallops - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

We made reservations for Saturday, February 14th (Valentine's Day) to celebrate my mother's 83rd birthday. The reservation was for seven people and was made through OpenTable. There was no mention at the time of booking that the restaurant would be offering a $75 prix fixe menu, so that came as a surprise when we arrived. We understand holiday menus happen that wasn't the issue. The issue was the value. The starters included a choice of Caesar salad, tortilla soup, crab cake, or wedge salad. At our table we had the Caesar salad, tortilla soup, and crab cake. * The tortilla soup was extremely thick -- almost the consistency of picante sauce. * The Caesar salad wasn't bad in flavor, but the portion was tiny. I was served maybe five forkfuls. * The crab cake was edible, but nothing memorable. For entrées, the options were short rib with bacon and mushroom risotto, fish with mashed potatoes and steamed vegetables, or steak for an additional $15. I ordered the short rib with risotto and spinach. It wasn't horrible, but it lacked flavor and absolutely did not feel like a $75 dish. Dessert choices were a brownie or bread pudding. I chose the bread pudding and was very disappointed. Two members of our party (my husband and son) didn't order because the limited menu didn't appeal to them, but since the reservation was for seven, I tipped for seven. In total, we spent about $650 for five meals -- and it simply did not feel like a $650 experience. I had been looking forward to trying this restaurant because the regular menu looks great, and I may try it again under normal circumstances. However, I would not participate in another prix fixe event there. read more

For a Saturday, the place was lightly packed. As we strolled to the wait station to be seated there was no one at the front, but two waiters and a bartender saw us standing there for about 6-8 minutes and not a Hello, someone will be with you shortly, nada. Finally we were seated after I had to stop and ask if someone was working at the entrance. Once we were seated and ordered our meals, I can honestly say that this restaurant had some of the best Americana expired dishes I have tasted in Houston lately. The service could be more attentive especially if there are not that many patrons in their establishment. Look around and you will see many American photos relating to Federal America. The meals will not disappoint. read more

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A group of 10 of us went for a graduation celebration. The staff and our waiter were outstanding- water was refilled frequently and the waiter was extremely personable and helpful with answering questions. We were able to get some Happy Hour Drinks which were quite good. For the appetizers we got Fried Cheeseburger Eggrolls (2/5), Bang Bang Shrimp (3/5), Tuna Poke (3/5),Sliders (5/5- so fresh tasting). For the main we had a variety of dishes- Braised Short Rib (4/5),Chicken Fried Steak (3/5),Center Cut Filet (4/5),Grilled Salmon (4/5),French Dip (4/5), Get About It Grilled Cheese (2/5 but the tomato soup it came with was 5/5!). The staff was so nice to provide a complimentary dessert with candles for the celebration. A wonderful evening celebration with many options for a group! read more

The service was prompt and cheerful. The (free) biscuits were 10/10. Wouldn't recommend the steak frites, and the pecan crusted snapper was a tiny bit overcooked, but the broccolini, mashed potatoes, sticky rib appetizer & truffle fries were all delicious. Clean bathrooms too. And the prices were very reasonable. read more

Highlights - poor service, bad attitudes, got order wrong, gratuity scam I had been here before a few years ago and remembered it as being good, so I decided to try it for Mother's Day Brunch. BIG MISTAKE! First off, I think they added a few more tables because you couldn't move with out bumping into a table. They also had a fixed menu, which I don't like. The website didn't say anything about that. We would have left, but it was MD, so getting in someplace else was iffy. We had to wait a bit for our table - not unusual - but when we finally got to our table, we sat for a very long time with no one even acknowledging us. The hostess finally came by and we asked if we had a server. She said "of course you do" and started to walk away, and then I think it hit why we asked. She asked if we anyone had come by and we said no. So she said she'd find someone. So after no service for a while and getting bumped by everyone walking by, we asked to move tables. They said sure. So we moved to a new table more out of the walkway. We STILL had to wait here. You would think the hostess would ensure that we would be served fairly quickly, but NO! When we asked for a server again, we were told it was Mothers Day and they are busy. NO apologies for the lack of service, just excuses! We finally ordered, and it took FOREVER just to get a cup of coffee. When the food finally arrived, my steak was raw, when I asked for medium rare. Had to send it back. BTW, the coffee which was ordered first with drinks, didn't come until after the food arrived and asking 3 times for it. On top of this poor, poor service they automatically added a 20% gratuity (there were only 4 of us). I certainly wouldn't have given that amount as a tip. Makes me think, they know they won't be giving good service so they automatically add it. What a SCAM! I understand that MD can be busy, but if a restaurant can't handle that amount of business, then they shouldn't try to shove more people in. BTW, we were not the only ones having bad service. From what I saw, nearly every table had to flag down a server to get there attention - and I had plenty of time to observe what was going on. read more

I have eaten here many times and really enjoy the food. Last week I planned to meet some friends there for lunch. When I attempted to pull into the parking lot, the valet turned me away. He said there was no more room and I would have to find some place else to park. He motioned to a parking lot across a busy street. When I informed him, I was having problems with my leg and could not walk that far, he just shook his head and reiterated there was no room. I asked him if that meant I could not eat there. He affirmed that that was the case. i was astonished as I have really enjoyed my meals there and never had a problem with parking. However, I will reconsider whether I want to go there again due to the treatment I received and if this parking issue continues. read more

New menu, increased prices and less food. We had a party of 4, all came and left hungry. I use to enjoy brunch here, but now with the menu update, this place will no longer be an old faithful. read more

Came in on a Friday night and before we headed over to discovery green for a girls night. We made a reservation and when we arrived it was a pretty quiet night and not too busy. The restaurant itself was dimly lit, which made it feel nice and cozy, loved this for a girls night, but could be great for a date night. Rayna was our server and she was super sweet and very attentive throughout the evening. When I asked for a few recommendations on he handheld options, she was great with helping me decide. I knew that having seen truffle parm's fries on the menu, that it was a must have for anything I ordered. I opted for the Philly cheesesteak and subbed the parm fries. When the meal came the fries were cold, and Rayna was super quick to get some fresh hot ones out. I must say, I was still disappointed in the fries, as I didn't feel they were anything like truffle fries. There was parm on top but couldn't much taste the truffle. I wouldn't go back for those specifically. They Philly itself was good, and well seasoned and cheesy like I like it! I also ordered the espresso martini. I did learn something going forward for when I order these. They're pre-batched, meaning they're premade ahead of time. This could be a good thing or bad, but I love a freshly shaken martini. This one was a bit strong on the espresso taste, so it tooo me a little longer to drink, but definitely had the right amount of vodka! With it being all of our first time here, Rayna brought us out a dessert, the bourbon bread pudding, which was quite delicious!! All in all great night, would want to go back to try some other entrees. read more

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Having had a great experience at the Katy location, I came here to celebrate a business deal and left a bit disappointed. The vibe was my first surprise; instead of a high-end steakhouse, the interior leans heavily into a cluttered, noisy sports bar aesthetic. Think photos and memorabilia covering every wall, blaring TVs and music, and staff stations with napkins and high chairs fully visible. It's a lot. It gives Cracker Barrel rather than high end steakhouse. The 8oz filet was the one true highlight--cooked to a perfect medium and excellent. Unfortunately, everything else fell short. The accompanying mac and cheese tasted like it was made with boxed noodles and a watery, flavorless sauce. The spinach had unmelted chunks of butter scattered throughout. Dessert was a true misadventure. The skillet cookie with ice cream presented a bizarre textural experience: a thin, burnt, bitter crust on the bottom, with the rest being raw, mushy, and undercooked to the point I questioned its safety as a raw dough (still ate it though!). The skillet itself was scalding hot, which felt like an unnecessary hazard. With two drinks, my bill came to around $100. For that price, I expect a much more polished experience. This location might work as a middle ground if your group is torn between a sports bar and a nice dinner, but as a destination steakhouse, it doesn't deliver. I definitely prefer the Katy location. read more

Federal American Grill - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Good parking , music wasn't bad . Service was amazing! people were very welcoming and kind! bathroom was fun and clean . my shrimp and grits was great but the salad was sad but it's restaurant week so it's smaller. I did love the drinks !! 7$ cocktails from 3-7 everyday which is amazing!! $25 for brunch and lunch for restaurants week which is a steal!! and the manager was cuteeeeee i think it was the manger not sure . read more

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Reservation mixed up with another location. No parking available anywhere - had to valet park. Hostess was nice. Server acted like he was stoned and had no idea how to wait tables. He was utterly annoying and incompetent. Fixed menu was enforced with no warning. Limited menu. Service took forever-we were in the restaurant for over two and half hours. Food order was messed up. Food was deplorable. I asked for medium well steak, and it came out bleeding. Not much meat with no flavor. Potatoes were stored in huge pot and served cold and unseasoned. Wife had shrimp and grits, and the shrimp still had shells. Son ordered corned beef hash and got a bowl with sandwich meat and the stale potatoes. Horrible. Biscuits and gravy tasted OK but had to ask for more gravy, hardly any on it and the biscuits were so hard I could not cut them without a knife. Drinks even took forever to arrive, and the Dr. Pepper was so weak you could see right through it. We could hear others complaining around us as well about their orders and service. Forced gratuity on for three people at 20% (bill was over 180.00). We even told the waiter to just skip desert and bring the ticket, and he didn't even ask if anything was wrong. This is by far the worst dining experience I have endured in many many years. I will never go back. read more

Had lunch at Federal American Grill with my aunt for my birthday and it was such a good time. We all tried different drinks and meals, and everyone left happy. I went for the Philly cheesesteak and a bourbon peach smash. The drink was strong in the best way, and the cheesesteak hit all the right notes with tender meat, soft bread, and no weird chewy bits, just good quality all around. At the table we also tried the mango island, which could definitely use a bit more alcohol, the short rib with mac and cheese and mashed potatoes, the bang bang shrimp, and the sticky ribs with seasonal veggies. The ribs were seasoned perfectly, the short rib was tender though a little more gravy wouldn't hurt, and my aunt was obsessed with the bang bang shrimp's sweet and spicy combo. They even finished the veggies, so that says a lot. The fries, though, need some work. This is the second Federal American Grill location I've tried, and the fries just weren't it both times -- kind of underwhelming compared to everything else on the plate. The service was a bit slow since there was only one server working, but he did the best he could and was still super nice the whole time, so props to him for keeping it together. The cherry on top was the complimentary bread pudding for my birthday, a sweet little surprise and pretty decent too. We also tried the Lalo shots, which they don't serve the traditional way. It was a huge pour for eleven dollars and honestly a great bang for your buck. All in all, it was a great experience with good food, good vibes, and kind service. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu . I'm just hoping the fries step up their game next time. read more

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Our waiter was so cool. We chatted about music, Canada lol drinks. The oysters were tiny but good, the surf and turf was delish but the veggies were not, loaded baked potato was fire too. The drinks were decent. Cute date night. Oh the meatballs were so good! read more

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Valet parking is best option. We had reservations and were seated right away. The service from the hostess to wait staff was very pleasant; waitresses was super attentive and helpful with making selections. My family and I visited here for Father's Day (Saturday) and we all enjoyed our entrees, appetizers and desserts. The short rib was very tender and was nicely paired with spinach and risotto. The chicken fried streak was delicious and the meatloaf was savory. This was a great experience at a nice local restaurant. We will be back!! read more

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Food and service was above and beyond. Our waiter gave us a great experience, my parents loved the food and the service.

This will not be a long review, but it will be a personal one. I chose this restaurant because my dad and I used to come here for Happy Hour after he left the courthouse. The food was always phenomenal, and the bartenders knew how to make the perfect Ketel One Martini. Unfortunately, my father passed away recently, and I was tasked with picking a location for friends and family to gather after his burial. This was my top choice, and I'm so happy with that decision. We initially reserved a room for 30, but that number quickly increased, and the staff was incredibly accommodating. Andrew (the manager) and Lilly, our server, were flexible and helpful. The ambiance was great; the room was nicely lit as we paid tribute to my dad. The preset menu was very reasonable per person, and the drinks were just as I remembered--superb. This may seem like an odd place to have such a somber gathering, but it brought me so much joy to share one of my dad's and my favorite spots with the rest of the family. Mahalo for your kindness; it will forever be remembered. I guess that was a little long.. read more

We celebrated a birthday dinner here with friends and had a great time. Decorated with lots of dark wood, the place has a nice vibe. The menu has a good variety of food and drinks, something for everyone. I had the Meatloaf which was delicious, especially the gravy. The Truffle Mac & Cheese was a favorite. The Carrot Cake was amazing. They brought over a birthday dessert. If I lived in the area this would be a regular spot for me. read more

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Our first time here! Treated really well by host and staff. We were pleased with our entire meal! Great food and drinks. We hope to go back again! read more

Zero Quality Control !!!! This wasn't the first sloppy order from here, but it was my last !! No sauce on the Classic Philly Cheesesteak Most of the fries were 1" or less in length and in different stages of doneness... like scraps, some cooked multiple times. The Iceberg Wedge Salad had only 5 small pieces of pork belly. Two so crisp they were like leather and one piece almost raw. Stay read more

Great team shared by an amazing owner. They are always accommodating!!! They made an entree that is no longer on the menu for my friend's birthday and made it very special. Thank you! read more

First visit tonight Our waiter was Charles if I'm not mistaken. He was kind, patient and extremely friendly. The ambiance was charmingly inviting. Based on the travel, it's a well known establishment. The food was great from the appetizers, meal, desert and coffee. Definitely will return read more

I love it here! Great music and EXCELLENT service. They have indoor/outdoor options. I love the private room option too. I've come for brunch, lunch, dinner, and hosted a business event here. I have yet to be disappointed. The food quality is fresh and tasty and they have some pretty cool drink options too. Can't complain about the funny bathroom signs either. Although the parking lot is really small, they do have a complimentary valet parking. Recommended dishes: *bang bang shrimp *meat loaf *kung pao calamari *meatballs *crab cake *diver scallops *Mac and cheese *mashed potatoes *broccolini *bourbon honey basil Rickey *bourbon peach smash read more

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Highly recommend, tasty food, good service, and business casual vibe. Place also looks like it could be fun outside of work and the food does taste good. Carrot cake is massive read more

Gonna give it a 3 because our server Danielo (hope i spelled that right!) was great and on his game. The ambiance is casual to nice, low lights, however it's not really a romantic place imho. I got the petite felit mignon with sautéed spinach and mac-n-cheese. My company had the rib-eye. All was going well until my filet arrived. You know how people pound a chicken with a meat mallot to flatten it? Well, they did this to the filet (after cutting it half width wise) which was a surprise and a disappointment--never in my life have I seen a filet this thin and long. Not to mention it was not cooked as I had requested. I should have returned it right away, but I was trying to be on my best behavior. Brussel sprouts were dry af and undercooked too....just. no. I will not be returning. Pros--stellar service, fantastic buttery biscuits that come with an amazing jalapeño jelly. Good mac and sautéed spinach, cool decor, casual, good service, and valet (bc parking sux/residential). read more

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Within the past 2 years I've seen maybe half a dozen of these new restaurants pop up around the Houston area. The look is vintage 60's Luxury American. Wood paneled walls, lots of pictures of people having fun and drinking. Good to finally check one out. Service was a bit odd, walked in as they opened for lunch on a Tuesday and they seemed a bit unready. We were sat by the busboy I think, kinda funny. Our server was nice, but just seemed a little green. Did nothing wrong, just didn't have the rhythm down quite yet. He suggested 2 apps that were really not that good. The Smoked Pork Belly which comes out with a little show. They need to be crispy, I want more char on the fatty cuts of pork. Also went with the Meatballs, not a great choice, flavor was interesting enough, but the texture had them falling apart once you stuck them with a fork. We didn't finish them. I really enjoyed my Chicken Federale, excellently prepared and nice bright flavors. The burger my buddy got was also looking real nice, he's not a big guy and he deleted the whole thing. Overall I think the main courses and drinks seem to anchor the menu here, as well as good location. read more

Federal American Grill - Chicken Federale - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Old school vibe with the decor could use some refreshing Upscale casual dress Good service there was a wait for our food nothing out of the ordinary. 4/5 Food: Wedge salad- was wedging 5/5 Steak was very tender 4/5 Service up to par and food as expected for Federal Grill. read more

Federal American Grill - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Have you ever been to a restaurant who doesn't skip a beat? Well, Federal American Grill is the place. You're greeted at the door either by the bartender or host. Once seated the wait staff, who was professional and educated about the restaurant and menu, served us some hot biscuits with jalapeño jam and whipped butter. They went so quick we didn't even get a picture. We order appetizers: sticky ribs, chicken wings, braised short rib sliders(the best) and crab Crockett. Yes we're greedy!!! lol I ordered the Janice's Meatloaf w/ mashed potatoes, crispy onion strings and bordelaise sauce.. you talking something good. Nope, I didn't eat it all full from appetizers. It's a family friendly restaurant. In the evening they dim the lights which makes the ambiance more romantic. It would be a great date night, family affair, weekend brunch and they even have a private room for parties. read more

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An easy choice for any night! The Rice Military location always has such a welcoming staff, the outdoor area is a vibe with the lights and the restaurant inside has a great restaurant-bar vibe with its low lighting. As far as appetizers, I highly recommend starting with the Fried Cheeseburger Roll. The mixture of the spicy ranch, sweet and spicy sauce is surprisingly something we've decided to come back for. Sounds simple but your mouth will have a party. The Sticky Ribs were good but not our favorite. It does come off more on the Asian inspiration side but since we are big carnivores and grill often, it wasn't that impressive for us. Worth a try, absolutely! The Chicken Fried Steak was a great choice! It's a good serving but not the biggest we've ever had in Texas. Beyond that, the pepper country gravy paired well with the breading. Tastes like home and I just simply wished there was more of it on my plate. I'm a salty person, so I could have added a bit on the plate but don't let that deter you from giving it a shot. If calories didn't count, I'd put this place as a once a week go-to in the local area! read more

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Been several times Food (steaks or seafood) is always excellent and service is top notch. A little loud but restaurant is well designed and looks great. read more

My favorite! Lunch, dinner, or drinks they hit it out of the ballpark! I go to Shepard a lot because I love having 'lunch with Logan'! She's incredible! Although, the Katy and the Woodlands store are also fantastic! I've yet to go downtown or Katy, but I hear that they are perfect for business lunch!!! I'm going to try soon! Everything they do is 1st class service and the atmosphere is pure!!! I can't say enough good things! I love it when my people come from all over the world so I can show them Houston hospitality!!! That's Federal! read more

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Yessss! Best waiter ever! Food was excellent! Cocktails were amazing! Smoked old fashioned was an experience! Great location for a date night or business dinner. Even had some prom goers while we visited. read more

I'm the kind of person who ultimately values the food above service and ambiance, but the service aspect was such a turnoff that I doubt we'll return (and we live a solid 3 min walk away). For the prices they charge, you should get an elevated experience. I do have to say, the food was fairly solid. The oysters were fantastic, our Cajun sandwich was surprisingly good, and the French dip was good not great- the meat was tender but it was well done and the texture of the French dip bread was odd and springy. It would have been substantially better with a crusty loaf. Our friends got the Truffle Stuffed Chicken, which I tried and really enjoyed, and the Asian tuna steak salad, which he really liked but I wasn't impressed with. The texture didn't seem fresh to me and the bright hue leads me to believe it's been gassed with carbon monoxide (a common but meh practice that alters the fish). Even if I'm wrong about that, the texture was too soft and offputting. As for the service. When getting seated, we asked for one of the several booths that were open but was told they're all reserved. We then watched them all stay empty for 20-30 minutes, so we couldn't help but feel snubbed. We weren't overly concerned about it, but it was in the back of our brain. We left an hour and a half to eat to get to our show on time. It took quite a long time before we were even able to order (we knew within 5 minutes what we wanted). When over an hour had gone by and we still hadn't received our food yet, we were really concerned about missing the start of our show (spoiler alert, we did). We politely asked our server (who was really nice) about the eta, and a manager came by, which we didn't ask for but appreciated. He explained how behind they were and asked us if he could get us a drink. We wouldn't have otherwise gotten another since we were on a hurry, but what a nice gesture, right? We ate quickly and since we were leaving 7 minutes before our show actually started, I payed our bill for the four of us quickly and we all rushed out. When we looked at the bill to split the next day, we noticed that they charged us (an exorbitant amount btw) for the drinks they offered! Lame. read more

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Sad I do not have the picture to remunerate my great experience. Came in for a quick cocktail and to run over some business details in my planner, and I ordered the Sinatra. The Sinatra, for me is a good blend of the Moscow Mule and the Old Fashioned, kind of like a Bourbon Mule if you will. Crisp, refreshing yet with just enough kick to cool down your anxious jitters. Continues to be a good favorite of mine, Paul the bartender was extremely attentive, as well as the hostess. Federal American Grill continues to be one of my favorite spots for quick, formidable, and strong cocktails. I always get my best work/business meetings done here! The attention to the clientele, from the valet to the bartending staff continues to remind me why it's one of my top picks!! read more

Federal American Grill - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

First time to this restaurant. Food was great. Service was great. Very enjoyable evening. Would recommend.

Every time I come to this location I have the best time, best service and best food!! My favorite drink is the Flaming Oldie and ask for table side service to see how it's made. I'll try to attach a video of it read more

We enjoyed our visit on Saturday! Plenty of parking in the back and the staff were all so welcoming and wonderful. We loved the vibe as well. We tried the ribs, spinach dip, and a burger. The food was fine, not amazing but not bad. Our favorite dish was probably the spinach dip. read more

We've dined here before and have always had a good experience. It's been about 7 months since our last visit and a lot has changed. The valet was no where to be found, we waited for 10 minutes at the valet stand and finally left and found street parking. Portions were minuscule compared to cost. Service was subpar at best. I asked for gluten free options and was never given any until I asked again. The half portions on the entrees I'd say are more like quarter size at best. The salmon bowl was laughable, I asked for double veggies instead of rice and the amount of veggies was shocking, it didn't even seem like enough for one full serving. The entire evening just didn't go as we would've liked which is unfortunate as we were celebrating a special occasion. read more

Federal American Grill - This is the salmon bowl with only one piece of salmon eaten. I asked for no rice with double veggies and this definitely was not. - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

I ate lunch here for my birthday and i did not regret it! Amazing service from the bartender. He made my tea as sweet as i like it with simple syrup! The inside of the restaurant is cozy , very nice. Complimentary Biscuits jam and butter was good! Their tortilla soup was some of the best i've had. Man oh man , that wagyu meatloaf was delicious! Amazing food, reasonably priced. I will definitely be returning here in the future with some friends/family and have them try the meatloaf. I'll be ordering something else ;) Thank you Federal American Grill! -Santangelo Balli Gonzales read more