The restaurant was busy, but it was not full…read more When we arrived, the host looked around as they led us inside, appearing unsure where to seat us. We were ultimately shown to a table directly in front of the kitchen. As we sat there, I gradually began to notice some troubling things. Another Asian group was seated at a table next to one of the kitchen entrances. Later, when they finished their meal and left, another Asian family was seated at the same table. In addition, a Black family was seated next to another kitchen exit. A woman in that group asked to be moved to a different table. The food itself was very good, and the server who took care of us was pleasant and kind. My concern was specifically with the way the host assigned tables. Seeing this seating pattern repeated even though other tables were available made me strongly feel that race was influencing the seating decisions. I found the experience very upsetting. Of course, it is up to the restaurant to decide how it will assign tables in the future. I would be glad if this experience prompted the restaurant to recognize the issue and make changes. On the other hand, if nothing changes, I will consider this to be part of the restaurant's character. I am leaving this review to share what I personally saw and experienced.

Kenny and Ziggy's (K&G) is THE place I take visitors and friends that come to Houston as the…read moreatmosphere is a true deli experience, the service is top notch, the food is out of this world, and the ambience is true New York Deli. It been a Houston institution since 1999. Walking into K&G's can be quite overwhelming on the first visit. There's just so much to see, be it Autographs, Caricatures, Playbill's or their delicious cakes, treats, breads, and Pickles. However, the real overwhelming experience is the menu. Anything you could possibly want is listed on the menu. I recommend looking t it online before coming, just so you can have an idea of what you might want to eat. My dad(96) and I are frequent visitors and we always seem to get the open faced roast beef, which is stacked high and there is always left overs for eating at home the next day. The pickles are a fan favorite for me, and I tend to devour several of them. This visit I decided to try the fried fish sandwich (made with halibut) with onion rings and french fries and my friend, a Houston native who had never been here, went for the Schleppy Joe with onion rings. These sandwiches were stunning and wonderful. I saved half for to go so I could have their classic New York Cheesecake... the best in the city. The entire dining experience was top notch, exactly the experience I always have. Ziggy knows how to make the customers dining experience an "experience", I have never had a bad one, from the service down to the cleanliness of the entire place. In this review I want to give a special shout out to Beverly, our server, as she was amazing and whom I recommend. She practically read our minds and was an absolute star. Thank you, Beverly, for the fine service that was speedy with a smile!

When I tell you to try Houston: this is a place on my top 10 list. Katz has been a family favorite…read moresince I was 12 coming here with my parents after concerts. And now it's where I come with my husband for date nights and great desserts with my kids! App recommendation: fried pickles are a MUST! Although I didn't get them this time I usually do I did start with a small cup of motzaball soup (another fan fav) easy on the tummy and great in cold weather or a rainy day! Will always be back for more-

Imagine having a tough week. You order some food for delivery but when it arrives your entire…read moreentree is missing. Yup... happened to me. I have been a fan of Katz for years. Huge fan of the sourdough bread. Used to order that also by the loaf until they also forgot to include that in an order before. I don't know who does quality control checks for to go orders here but they stay slipping. Friday I ordered the fried chicken breast and mashed potatoes. Nothing was included in my bag. I got the appetizer and dessert. Talk about truly irritated. Cmon Katz yall are better than this.

Ploughman's Deli is the best hole in the wall deli I have stumbled upon…read more The memorabilia makes you stop to stare at every piece collected

Man this was an awesome little hidden gem find!! I was feeling something different and stumbled…read moreupon this little shop. A sandwich sounded good and I liked that I saw online the place was locally owned and star wars / sci-fi themed! Upon arrival I walked up on nice quaint corner shop with patio tables and trees out front. I went inside and saw all the cool decor and happy faces. I ended up ordering their weekly special because i love tomato soup and it didn't disappoint. The ambiance on the patio was great as they had nice music playing and lots of trees with natural sunlight peaking through in a gated private area. I had also ordered a Custom Rye sandwich with Hand shredded turkey, fresh sliced ham, mayo and pesto spread, lettuce and fresh onions, with oil and red wine vinegar, herbs and salt and pepper. And boy oh boy did it steal the show! Upon my first bite my eyes lit up with excitement as my taste buds danced for joy! I was not expecting it to be that dang good! I'm super happy I tried this spot today as I will be a repeat customer! I can't wait to show some friends about it. They were also pretty quick with the service and the lady up front was very sweet!

I went to Phoenicia Specialty foods for the first time ever and realized I have wasted the last 8…read moreyears since I moved to Houston having never been here before, because wow! I mean my pocket book is probably better for it because I want to buy the whole store but honestly I've been missing out. The place is cute and welcoming from the corner sign on the building to the moment you step in- bright, inviting, great displays so you know where to go. You can't get lost in here with the signage, but you can't definitely get lost in the aisles with all the great, unique choices. The ready food display has so many Mediterranean treats, some I've had before some I've never heard of and everything I tried was amazing. We got the cabbage rolls and Armenian veggie dolmas. Great flavor, both specific items I haven't had before. Nice citrus, spiced flavor to these. I'd say they're have to try items. Not only found jarred tomato paste, which I've been on the hunt for but they had choices in this category and that's another first for me. Will have to go back and try the others. Also got the cured Serrano ham -amazing. And I thought the prices were going to be insane having a spot right in the middle of the city and nope- pleasantly surprised for my goodies, great prices even less than some of the other stores I frequent in the suburbs. I'll be back again and again and again until I try the whole store lol. Definitely give them a try, you won't regret it

My niece and I checked out Phoenicia's for lunch, which was surprisingly delicious…read more My niece has simplistic tastes, so she opted for the chicken burger, which I tried of course. Perfectly seasoned, crispy exterior. The sweet potato fries were equally delicious. I got the Hill Country salad. Same tender but crispy chicken on a bed of greens with berries. So good. Definitely bookmarked as a return option.

I remember when Henderson & Kane first opened in the area. It was clear John and Veronica were…read morelooking to be a neighborhood focused establishment. They offered an assortment of goods and items that are great for gifts and for your own home. I can always find something of interest in the store. I also love that they tend to carry items that are a little more boutique and local which makes it fun to browse. A lot of people visit for the barbecue. If I recall, when they first were serving BBQ it was a smaller, more limited time and they've since extended those hours. When visiting there is plenty of street parking in the area. They have expanded the seating inside since when they first opened which is nice for those not looking to takeaway food. Food & Drink - 4.25* The counter for ordering is in the back. I definitely recommend getting an assortment or a plate. Sausage and brisket are both solid. The sides are good too. I did notice the quality maybe dipped a little as the hours expanded, but it's still a very good option to some of the nearby establishments down the road or over in the North Main area that tend to have giant queues. When I was working downtown we'd swing over here quickly for a lunch. Feel free to grab anything to drink from the coolers as well if it catches your interest. Service - 5* Solid. We've spoken directly with the owners when visiting and it's evident they care deeply about their store, their customers, and the community. Definitely support your local businesses!! Cost - 4.5* Always subjective. I think for what they offer, how clean and well organized the shop is, it shows. They keep prices approachable. Overall - 4.5* Personally, I think it's a great balance of quality, convenience, and an assortment of goods that make it interesting. If you're in the area or live nearby, walk on over and check it out.

Food: Food tasted different. BBQ smoking flavor and seasoning tasted unique. Not good or bad but…read moreits own flavoring. The garlic green beans was ok. The Mexican pinto beans was salty. 3 Stars Service: Friendly. 4 Stars Ambiance: Vintage feel. Store front with restaurant, similar to Cracker Barrel. 5 Stars Overall: 4 Stars

What can I even say! It's generational! My father grew up eating here and shared this restaurant…read morewith me. Every time I'm over by UH i make sure I stop by and bring my clients. The fresh ingredients, the food quality is superb, the service is amazing! They greet you like family! If you are in the area stop by!! You won't regret it!

I always pass by this place and have heard great things from family members. Finally got the chance…read moreto stop in. Staff was helpful and knew I was a first timer. Ambiance felt like I was transported back into a much simpler time. Reminded me of home. Food was amazing full of flavor can't want to come back and try more things on the menu! Thanks for lunch!!!!

I'd definitely come back to Maine-ly Sandwiches! They're serving some of the best lobster rolls…read moreI've had in the city. I've seen some reviews complain about the pricing, but honestly, I thought it was reasonable for the fresh-tasting lobster and the quality of the food. The lobster roll was definitely the highlight for me, and I'll be coming back for it. The fish and chips were good as well, although I wasn't too impressed with the mac and cheese, even after adding lobster to it. The Whoopie Pies were great, and I really enjoyed their sweet tea too, it was much better than the sweet tea I've had at some other restaurants, and it was perfectly sweet, just how I like it! The food came out within a reasonable amount of time, and I really enjoyed the overall ambiance. The Maine-inspired atmosphere was a nice touch and made the experience feel even more authentic. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely return for that lobster roll!

Absolutely delicious. My wife and I went on a Sunday afternoon. Short 30 minute drive from Cypress…read more OMG was it worth it. We've had lobster rolls all around the east coast. Now we found 30 minutes from home and it's actually better! The bun for the roll complimented the lobster! We both had a bowl of the lobster bisque. Definitely not short changing the lobster in the soup. Was amazing. The coleslaw was very good also. Food was brought to us fresh and hot. Cute shop and a great location right off the highway. We will definitely return. And note the owner was there working on a Sunday. The dedication shows in the food. Can't wait to be back

Thought this was gonna be a hidden gem but the place was packed on a Saturday noon…read more Pancakes were great - I appreciated how there were bananas within the pancake as well as on top. I also got the chopped flounder/halibut salad (I forget which), which was packed with flavor but I wish there was more lettuce on the plate since the fish salad was too salty to eat on its own and I had to throw it away. But overall high quality food for very reasonable prices.

We've been eating here for probably 40 years. My dad never retires of it and when we were in town,…read morehe almost always wants to bring us. The service is great, they bring the food fast, and the portions are huge. We are very lucky to have a deli like this in our neighborhood for so long. Their Cajun fries are incredible. They are well worth the up charge from whatever your side is. Their corned beef is great, but I like my sandwiches a little bit more wet. Their bagels are excellent as are their bagel chips, which you can buy to take home.

Tried this spot and had to come back again for their chicken salad sandwich. Their clam chowder…read morebread bowl is also 10/10. Service is always good and swift. Environment is always clean.

I really enjoy this place. The bread was delicious ... nice, soft and warm. The peppered turkey…read morewas delicious. The service was great. Our server was friendly and helpful. The sitting area was clean and spacious.

Food is affordable and tastes great. Support this local spot for sure. Family run for generations…read more Their chopped brisket sandwich is a great bang for your buck $2.59. Everything else on their menu is amazing too. Service is awesome as well. Very friendly and willing to give you recommendations. Old school feel inside

I warned my cousin about going here... he didn't listen!! (Please see my previous review)…read moreMy cousin dropped of his recent kill to have it processed, he immediately called me and told me he was missing select parts of his dear. After my first encounter with this place I started looking into it and reaching out to other customers that have had similar experiences. This place literally steals from their customers. Don't take my word for it, go research for yourself. How can a place like this stay in business? There is NOTHING fine about Pete's meat!! He buys it at Costco and Sam's, he steals it from his customers and overcharges you for it!!! Absolutely immoral and unethical behavior!!! I hope you get caught sir