I've been to Hoppe's before with my mom to grab crawfish, but this evening marked my first time actually dining in.
After seeing their Facebook ad for Wednesday steak nights, I'd been determined to visit. I must say, Hoppe's is a truly happening place, even in the middle of the week.
Upon arrival, I grabbed a seat at the bar, perfect for catching the Astros game on TV. There was also a lively music bingo game happening. After informing who I believe was the manager that I was there for steak night, I joined in for the last game of the evening. I didn't win, but it was fun, and I'd definitely play again in the future.
My order arrived: a steak cooked medium rare, accompanied by mashed potatoes and a house salad with Italian dressing. My eyes absolutely lit up at the sight of it all! This meal easily looked like it could feed two people.
That steak was huge, practically covering the entire plate it was served on. It was so incredibly tender and flavorful that the thought of adding A1 sauce never even occurred to me. When a kitchen delivers a steak that's that perfect, you know they truly understand how to do it right. To finish the meal, I enjoyed a delightful bowl of vanilla ice cream, beautifully drizzled with chocolate.
The bartender really took care of me. I didn't catch her name, but I made sure to compliment her on her Deftones shirt since they're one of my favorite bands. Bartenders aren't always the friendliest, so I genuinely appreciated her warm demeanor.
Hoppe's occupies a space at the old Mall of the Mainland that has seen a few eateries come and go. It's my hope that it lasts longer than its predecessors. read more