Solid local diner not too far from our hotel near the Houston Airport (IAH). My husband had the South of the Border skillet and I had a chorizo omelet. We enjoyed both. I opted for grits instead of potatoes with my omelet. They served a bowl, not a cup grits, which I could not finish. The grits were really good. The service was great and coffee refills plentiful. The ambience was typical of a a clean, well run family diner. Bathrooms were clean and the restaurant was clean and orderly. We would come back if ever in the area. Prices were reasonable, less than most diners in the North Eastern US. I was so hungry at the time that I forgot to take photos. read more

Well after several visits I can't seem to understand why getting hot biscuits and gravy seems to be a damn issue. Today even after sending back twice to place in microwave, food at best was slightly warm. Cooks need to get their shit together. read more

Hanz Diner - Biscuits and gravy with side of sausage - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Down home American/southern style feel with mouthwatering home style plates. Great service and you will leave with leftovers unless you have a very strong appetite. Those chicken and waffles are read more

Hanz Down one of the best breakfast sandwiches I've had. French toast for bread w/ over hard egg, cheese & turkey sausage. A side of syrup & sprinkle of powdered sugar joined the sandwich. It was very delicious & cooked well & nice & hot. The fruit festival waffle was large w/ tons of fruit & whipped cream. My wife inhaled it but left me a few bites since it was so huge. Only 10.50 & sandwich was 8.50. Its seat yourself, the servers were very friendly & food came out very fast. 3 different ladies checked on us while we were there which was only 20 mins. The outside was nothing special & the restroom was a bit rough looking but the food made up for it. Also have a big menu w/ lunch & breakfast both served til they close. read more

Hanz Diner - Fruit Festival Waffle - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The food was terrific, best tasting gravy and the fried okra was the star. Growing up on biscuits & gravy and fried okra we were looking for some authentic southern food and found it here! Fried chicken wings were yummy too. Friendly people. Great experience and a happy belly. read more

Amazing chicken and waffles. Service was fast and the lady up front was nice. Will come again. read more

Breakfast is good, love the French toast. Lunch is good, the burger is so juicy. And dinner is good, I always get the chicken fried chicken. Overall never been disappointed read more

Now hiring sign. I hope for a new cook. I'm late, but last Tuesday me and my hubby ate here and it was eeeew. Old bacon, egg whites tasted like a fridge, and I ate toast. I returned the orange juice because it tasted like Gerber baby juice.. asked for tea and almost went into a diabetic coma. Geesh Hanz. Done fell off.. need to fall back on.. soon I hope. The first three times I went was great! Twice last year, back in February, and this time... never again. Unless a new cook comes in read more

Phenomenal gem, hidden in the North side of town ! Very southern comfort food big plates , kid friendly , affordable good authentic food for any time of the day. Staff was very nice and welcoming read more

Slooow service. We didn't have anyone come to the table for a few minutes. There were people who arrived after us that received their food before us. We only ordered a traditional breakfast. They are very nice and friendly. They greet you coming in and leaving. The food was good. It was pretty chill as far as ambience. read more

When you walk in you feel like you're at home. The ambiance is homely, quiet and the restaurant was clean and inviting. The service was great. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and told me information about the inception of how Hanz came to be. The food was tasty and felt like my grandmother's breakfast on Saturday mornings. The bacon was cooked just right not to crispy and not rubbery , the sausage patty was cooked all the way through without being cooked too hard, the scrambled eggs were cooked soft like I asked, the grits just like home and the waffle and syrup were the perfect combination. The only thing I would have looked different was the hash browns cooked a little harder. Overall my experience was so good I'll definitely be back probably again and again as long as the quality stays the same. read more

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Decent food at decent prices. I had the French toast and eggs. Would definitely go again

I love this place. Always great food. Love the chicken. Great flavor. Great service. Great waffles. Thank you.

This place never fails with the amount of good tasting food at such a GREAT price. Wait staff is always welcoming. You won't leave hungry is for sure. read more

One of the few places on the north that actually serves "wings" for the chicken n waffles. Not a lavish spot, been here for years but they come through with the flavor, variety and availability. As popular as chicken n waffles have become I'm surprised more places don't offer it. However everything is made fresh (that I've ordered). I like how there are options to customize your waffle. I opted for the banana nut waffle which came with whip cream. They actually cook the waffle with the pecans in it - so delish. Plus you get nice size portions of wings too - I never can finish it all. I have never dined in; I always get my food to go, but it seems popular with the nearby locals. Definitely a go to brunch spot when I get a taste for chicken n waffles WITHOUT the wait or long lines. read more

Hanz Diner - Banana nut waffle - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Northside's Best Breakfast Secret! Came in Saturday around 12, and food was freshly delivered. Traditional Breakfast is served all day. Thick cut bacon ! Added Nashville Hot Chicken to the menu Menu has a variety of entrees and they did not disappoint. Pros: Chicken wings - fresh and seasoned French Toast- light and powdered Eggs Thick cut Bacon Service from Wendy was great Real Pink Lemonade Clean restrooms Cons: None (Building may look a little rusty, but it's all good) read more

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This place was good, but I must say Terri was truly amazing !! She made us feel welcomed from the moment we walked in. You can tell all of the customers love her. Her personality was vibrant, she made you feel like family. The servings of food are huge, and there's plenty to choose from. The ambiance was also very nice. I will come back to see you Terrri!!! read more

Went around noon on Sunday and was able to be seated promptly. The waitress was very nice and attentive. the food was okay overall and a little subpar for the price (also disclosure I M comparing to diners in NJ that I have experience with) - grilled chicken sandwich: bread was thin and like the one that comes with McDonald meals and was similarly smushed despite not being wrapped fries were mediocre. -pancakes: 2 decently sized fluffy pancakes. Overall just okay. Can probably find higher quality food for the same price. read more

Awesome restaurant! Food was excellent we had the shrimp and grits , waffle and the south of the boarder skillet. Food was delivered quickly and piping hot. Very flavorful and we like our food on the spicy side so the waitress brought a very flavorful hot sauce. Service was excellent we visited around 8:30 on a weekday morning. We were seated right away and our waitress brought menus, water and coffee directly. She was very friendly and was very attentive to our needs. The restaurant is located in a working class business district and may have originally been a Denny's or other chain restaurant. Plenty of table and booth seating. Capacity might be 50-60 people. Also has counter seating for singles or couples. Looks like the do a big takeout business. While there probably saw 20-30 meals taken by individuals or delivery drivers. read more

Hanz Diner - South of the Border Skillet - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Don't judge this book by its cover, or you'll miss out on some of the best food and hospitality in North Houston. This place is nothing fancy, but just a simple diner atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. The food is awesome, plentiful, and priced right. You're welcomed by the staff as soon as you walk in the door. Come on in, have a seat where you like, and enjoy this food experience and possibly have enough left to take home. read more

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Waitress staff is rude; does not explain clearly and spoke to me so unprofessional! I will never return to this establishment. And the food was cold and tasted old; JUST TERRIBLE read more

The food is always home style and flavorful. I feel like you get a lot more bang for your buck compared to other breakfast diners. The service is always great! Terri is such a sweet lady and your cup will never be empty if she's your waitress. They have plenty of seating and the place is spacious so don't worry about feeling crowded. read more

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So I decided to order from here after a friend had visited. She raved about how good the food was. I finally gave in and placed an order thru Door Dash. When I say fast I mean fast. My order arrived so fast I just knew the food was going to be cold. But nope it was still hot as if it just came out of the kitchen. I ordered the hot chicken and waffle along with a side of grits and bacon. Yes, I'm that greedy lol. The chicken had so much flavor, so juicy and crispy. The waffle was sweet, soft and fluffy. I normally don't eat just anyone's grits but those Grits was so good. Yes, I will be ordering from them again very soon. read more

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The service was the standout of our visit. Our waitress was kind and accommodating. The food came out quickly. Food was only OK, the hash browns did taste like they hadn't cleaned the grill well. Not as good as Waffle House. But they made up for it with the excellent service. read more

Our food was served on greasy plates. The food was gross. Even the ketchup tasted funky. The establishment was dirty. The windows had little greasy hand prints. I would not recommend this place. The service was ok. read more

This diner definitely deserves their high rating. The shrimp and grits were delicious! The Nashville chicken and waffles and meat hash had great spice. My husband said the chicken was the best he's had in years. Everyone was very friendly and prompt with service. A clean and well taken care of building. Would definitely recommend. If we come back to Houston I'd willingly come here again. read more

Hanz is another hidden gem located in Houston, Texas!! I took my father here on Father's Day and the food was so good! They give you massive portions and everything taste delicious! I had the south of the border skillet which comes with chorizo, eggs, country skillet potatoes, grilled peppers and onions, pico, cheese, sour cream, avocado, and your choice of tortillas, toast, or a biscuit! The skillet was cooked to perfection and I enjoyed every bite! My dad had the pork chops and eggs plate. It came with two pork chops, 2 eggs (cooked to your liking), 1/2 grits, 1/2 hash browns, and your choice of toast or a biscuit. It was Father's Day so I told my dad to order whatever he like so of course he ordered his favorite! Pancakes topped with strawberries. I managed to get a bite before he demolished them and it was so good. The strawberries were fresh and the pancakes were top tier! The only reason I would have to rate Hanz a four was for the burnt shrimp that was served to my mom. They did manage to replace the shrimp but due to the long wait she had already finished her meal before receiving them. If you want fast service I would recommend going through the week or earlier in the day! It was not our first time at Hanz, and it definitely won't be our last! read more

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Huge fan, huge! It's the chicken and waffles for me. I've only ever ordered via delivery app and the waffles is always leaning to one side of the box and slightly soggy and this is still my favorite chicken and waffle on the North (maybe Houston) That waffle..... is so good. The chicken so large and perfectly fried and seasoned! I've order the eggs and hash browns too but they were just ok to me. They're pretty quick with the orders but one day I'd like to visit in person and see what fresh off the grill taste like. read more

This was a rare find. We were coming back from a Oath Ceremony for my wife. We decided to grab a bite in the local area (decided to try one of the local places since we dont live in the area) since the ceremony was early morning and we didnt have breakfast. Found this place, at first it looked like no one was there and the place looked outdated but after going inside it was great, sadly I was not able to take any pics inside though we did not dine in though. Ordered the Hot Chicken sandwich since I saw reviews about the location mentioning it. The food portions are HUGE and did not expect them to be like it, its great. The cajun and buffalo fries were great as well. Loved the French Toast with chocolate and the Double Chocolate slice was pretty good too. Highly recommend it especially if you are looking towards getting some good ol Texas comfort food. Edit: Customer service could have been better...the lady at the counter messed up my name and when I corrected her at pick up, she just laughed it off without apologizing...otherwise I would have given the place a five stars. read more

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I came here with a craving of French toast on my taste buds. They are not hard to find, but the traffic is hectic connecting back to the feeder road. If you are not familiar with Hanz, you would not stop based on how the exterior of the building looks. I pulled up, parked, looked around my surroundings, and then I went in. Yep, all by myself. Inside joke for the ones who know me. LOL- It is nice and quiet inside when you first walk in. Then there is a high pitched voice zuming towards the front door, "Welcome to Hanz, sit wherever you like". So I did just that. They have tables and booths available. The inside is really spacious. I do not have a comment on the restroom. I was greeted quickly by Chris my waitress. She is great! She made me feel right at home. They offer free Wi-Fi, just ask for the code. I sat at a booth towards the back of the building. Out of traffic. Plus it was the best view of everything going on. As I looked on- everyone appeared to be enjoying their food. By that time Chris was back with my coffee and water. I ordered the Frech Toast combo. You get six big peices of French Toast, eggs, and bacon or sausage. All for less than ten dollars. It was exactly what I needed to satisfy my taste buds. It was good. I even had enough left over for another meal. Hanz taste way better than Denny's, and IHOP... Customer service is excellent- ask for Chris. On my next visit I will try the pork chops with grits and cheese. O' they sell other kinds of food also. read more

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This is definitely a must try!! The portions are HUGE!! I recommend to try the grilled pork chops and hash browns are super good. The sausage gravy is on point too. They do have vegetarian options too. They have alcohol too!! I really enjoyed the service. Very nice girl super attentive and knowledgeable. Food was delicious. They will definitely see me again next time I visit Houston. Btw they have weird hours so check before u go read more

Hanz Diner - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

They might as well serve cardboard- the food has no flavor at all. Had grits - no flavor Biscuits - no flavor and no texture Omelette - no flavor. So at least they're consistent. read more

Wanted some breakfast and this place didn't disappoint. This place had a down home feel. It was nice updated interior so don't let the exterior fool you. The waitress was so kind and attentive. The food was great. The seasoning in the chicken wings was great. You will absolutely love this down home cooking. read more

Hanz Diner - Waffles, chicken with banana nut waffles, chicken fried chicken. - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Ordered delivery to Hilton North through Uber Eats. The order came within minutes.. food has been prepared quickly and still was very warm and fresh upon arrival. Sustainable packaging good portions and making me eat out the diner on the go! Thank you for this wonderful experience Id definitely order again! read more

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First the Ambiance looks nice,the service was fast the waiter was nice the food was good and they had healthy options read more

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Highly recommend. The food was great. The servers where Friendly. It was a very Relaxed dinning area (we went in the am).

Service was much better than before. The food is delicious. Overall, I will try to hanz diner again.

The food was ok DONT RECOMMEND COMING HERE!!! You car will get broken into and the owners and staff know about it and don't do anything there daily getting there cars broken into DONT COME HERE !!!!!!!! read more

Better than looks! Atmosphere isn't the best but the food was well prepared, tasted great, good price and awesome staff! Recommended!

Building does look that the textbook defInition of "hole in tha wall" but,, this little joint carries a nice selections of tasty eats. I ordered their fajita chicken tacos. They came with all of the tasty eats and everything you think could be forgotten. The meat was packed full of flavor and the wait staff was so incredibly attentive. They have a rewards program that gives you points each time you eat there and they lead to free meals and what not. No need to worry about ever landing enough rewards for a free meal, once you taste the food, you'll keep coming back and before you know it, your eating another tasty meal on them! I order a water with lemon. She gave me a handful of wedges on the side for the road! How sweet! Anyway, I love this place! read more