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    Joe's Cafe

    4.4 (28 reviews)
    Open • 10:30 am - 10:00 pm

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    chicken wings and french fries
    Monique R.

    From the service being top tier to the food being made with love in every bite! This is for sure a place I'll be returning to. Food is also reasonably priced. Also try the drink shack across the street!

    2 shrimp and tender dinner

    First time here. Ordered tenders and shrimp. Tender are plain. Shrimp aren't deveined correctly. The fries have no flavor. To top it all off couldn't even get a complimentary BBQ sauce with my tenders. Was told it cost extra. Probably won't be returning. After this.

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    Liz K.

    I was so delighted to find Joe's is so close to my house and I love how they've been in business over 50 years! I stopped by today and ordered the Cheeseburger Basket. At just under $6 (with fries!!) this is my new favorite burger in all of Houston!! The patties were hot and juicy, the cheese melted just right, veggies and bun so fresh. Staff was so friendly, I cannot wait to go back and try everything else!!

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    1 year ago

    The food reminds me of American Deli. Wings are great, burgers are great, service was excellent. Perfect hood spot lol

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    2 years ago

    Diablo Shrimp platter and Hamburger all the way. Fixings were fresh! Long time customer for years...

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    4 years ago

    Love the bourbon wings they are fire and the patty melt but you have to add bacon. It is to fire so far and make you want to slap your mama.

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    7 years ago

    If You Happen To Pass By This Place Try There Food Its Really Good My Favorite Is The Loaded Fries It has Cheese,Bacon,Ranch, & Jalapenos

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    8 years ago

    Food is a little high.....they take a long time ...but if you like cafeteria food then this is it

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    9 years ago

    Tried this place out with Uber eats on a lazy Friday night & it was absolutely delicious! I will definitely order from here again.

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    10 years ago

    This is a southern stand. They have stuff from hamburger to frog legs. The customer service is friendly and great.

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    8 years ago

    The food was really good. Try the fish n chips. Melts in your mouth because it's so crispy. Underrated located.

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    Jonathan’s The Rub East End - Steak Night every Thursday! #steaknight

    Jonathan’s The Rub East End

    4.2(124 reviews)
    4.5 mi•Second Ward
    •$$$

    I've dine in at this place before and it was a great experience. I sat at the bar, and the…read morebartender was extremely friendly. She informed me that each cocktail was specially crafted by the "head bartender" and even let me try some samples. I believe at that time, I tried the Loaded Mashed Potato Balls and they were delicious/unique. This time around, I ordered the chicken Alfredo via DoorDash and had it delivered to my job. I can confidently say that my order was freshly made and was still indeed warm when it arrived. The sauce was nice and creamy and paired well with the fettuccine noodles and diced grilled chicken. The portion of the pasta was satisfying and was enough for me to eat about 4 servings from it. The ambiance of the restaurant is very lowkey and chill but nicely decorated and well lit. I would consider this restaurant and specifically this location a hidden gem.

    The amount of money I have spent at this place is obscene. However my most recent experiences here…read morehas led me to never spend another dime here again. This latest instance was a missing item in my Uber Eats order (a side that is included and not billed separately so Uber cannot refund), and I called the restaurant. I spoke to a very rude woman named Grace who just kept repeating she couldn't do a thing and it's all on Uber eats. Well Uber eats didn't forget the side to a $45 steak. At least an apology would've been nice. Oh well I have no problem finding a new place to patronize.

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    Rodeo Goat

    Rodeo Goat

    4.4(1.3k reviews)
    5.1 mi•EaDo, Downtown
    •$$
    Happy hour specials
    Casual dining

    Yummy food! Queso was okay, not my favorite. I had the Firebird and added whipped blue cheese and…read morered onion. Blue cheese was so yummy. So was the Bandit Ranch. I wish the fresno aioli was a little spicier, but I have a pretty high tolerance for heat. Neat little place, industrial/diner feel. Great happy hour. Melody was our server. She was super sweet and helpful.

    Sept 4, 2026 Came in…read morefrom Galveston and sat at the bar. We had queso and chips. The queso had ground beef, pcs of avocado and pico --soo good I had a on the rocks margarita, didn't like the taste at all I got the "Marvin Zindler" cheeseburger; "EYE WITNESS NEWS!" (what he always used to say before his news cast began-Houston KTRK TV) RIP Marvin This burger had bacon, cheddar fried onion and jalapeño pickle chutney--medium rare. My friend had the "Bodacious" hamburger sliders, came with two. Hers had bbq sauce, a whole grilled jalapeño, smoked jalapeño mayo, bacon, crispy onion and American cheese Their beef is sourced from cattle from 44 farms in Cameron TX and when I say, those burgers were juicy and delish...THEY WERE The beef was so flavorful. We didn't see onion rings on the menu so that's why we got the queso, but as we were eating other patrons got some. I was so disappointed cuz, I wanted some. The bartender said they're not on the menu because of the fryer ...they have to do something (I can't recall) in order to make them. Oh well...EVERYTHING we ate was fantastic. The regular margarita that I got (no salt on the rocks) just was tart not smooth so I don't know if its the mix or the tequila (or both) Bartender female black hair and bartender white male VERY sweet and down to earth Support local business Support local farmers

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    The Ginger Mule

    4.7(361 reviews)
    4.1 mi•The Heights
    •$$
    Vegan friendly
    Gluten-free friendly

    While visiting Houston today, I was seeking a delightful dining spot and happened upon "The Ginger…read moreMule" an absolute treasure of a venue. From the moment I arrived, both the exterior presentation and the interior layout left an exceptional impression. Stepping inside, one is immediately enveloped in a fresh, inviting atmosphere defined by exquisite floral wall murals and meticulous attention to decorative detail. The space is wonderfully curated, pristine, and spotlessly clean throughout. The hospitality was top-tier from start to finish. I had the pleasure of speaking with Braulio, who was extraordinarily gracious, warm, and attentive as he guided me through the menu options with delightful expertise. To begin, I selected a Virgin Mojito, which arrived crisp, perfectly balanced, and immensely refreshing. For my main course, I ordered the noodle bowl featuring crispy tofu, which arrived after a brief, impressive wait. When served, it proved to be an absolute culinary triumph vibrant, rich with delicate flavors, and executed with superb texture. Between the enchanting ambiance, stunning decor, magnificent cuisine, and Braulio's stellar service, this Houston establishment earns full marks from me. A thoroughly marvelous experience I shall most certainly be returning

    My experience at the Ginger Mule was delightful! I had always been curious to try it and I happen…read moreto have an optometrist appointment nearby and decided to give it a go! Friendly staff, cute ambience, and the food, while simple was fresh and so tasty! I was pleasantly surprised and the best part was that I didn't feel gross, icky or full after eating. Albeit, I got a breakfast sandwich and didn't eat all the sourdough. I thought the sourdough was a bit dry, so I opted to just eat the eggs and veggies! Either way, I'd definitely come back. The beet juice was a 3.5/5 in my book. I enjoyed the food more than my juice. And I felt the juice was a bit overpriced. Great vibes and a great choice for healthy, clean eating!

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    Killen's - Foooood

    Killen's

    4.0(528 reviews)
    4.9 mi•Washington Corridor, The Heights
    •$$

    One of the best meals I've had all year, hand to GOD. If this place is even remotely on your radar,…read moreget there before they shut down in mid-July. It's worth making the trip now, not later. The menu is exceptionally well-curated, hitting that sweet spot of what Houston does best. comfort, creativity, and just enough flair to keep things interesting. The space matches the vibe: modern and minimalist with a subtle Chip-and-Joanna-Gaines touch. The drink menu is just as thoughtful. Even the well spirits are solid. We kicked things off with the deviled eggs topped with maple pork belly, easily some of the creamiest I've ever had. Do not split an order. Everyone at the table should get their own. For the entrée, I went with the Sunday enchiladas made with Killen's famous brisket. Smoke, salt, pepper and exactly what you want from a dish like this. It typically comes with Mexican rice and refried beans, but the rice was running behind during my visit, so I swapped in scrambled eggs (it was brunch) no complaints. They were simple buttery, creamy and just damn delicious. peach bread pudding that was downright decadent. Easily one of the best desserts I've had in a long time. Make you wanna slap yo momma.

    Delicious - this is southern cooking at its finest! Came here for lunch and left so full you almost…read morehad to roll me out the door. Their specialty here is chicken fried steak/chicken, and boy do they do it right. Delicious breading on amazingly seasoned meat that isn't pounded so flat to a pulp that it feels like leather. Staff was excellent as well. I keep trying to find excuses to go back! Parking - private lot

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    Grace's - The Maw Maw's Pork Pot Roast

    Grace's

    4.2(1.6k reviews)
    7.5 mi•Upper Kirby
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    Grace's in Houston was SO good. I had the shrimp-stuffed poblano pepper over rice, and they did…read moretheir thing with this one. Great flavor, filling, and definitely something I'd order again. The atmosphere was a whole vibe too, and listen... the service definitely didn't hurt . Some of the most beautiful chocolate women I've ever seen working as servers. I damn near forgot I came there to eat. I didn't want to leave! Great food, great atmosphere, beautiful people, and just an all-around good experience. Grace's will absolutely be on my list whenever I'm back in Houston. Palate don't lie. ‍

    We went to Grace's on the last day of our trip, and it was such a great final meal in Houston. We…read morewent early in the day around midday, and the atmosphere was super versatile. You could easily come here for a fancy birthday celebration or just a casual lunch and brunch. I loved that I didn't feel weird having two kids under six with us. There were other families there, and it felt very welcoming without sacrificing that nice restaurant vibe. Everyone in the family really enjoyed what they ordered and the service was great! My oldest daughter had the cheeseburger with french fries and loved it, especially the bread which was nicely toasted and gave it a great crunch. My youngest had the chicken tenders with mac and cheese, and my husband really liked his stuffed poblano pepper dish. I ordered the country-fried pork with greens and mashed potatoes, and everything on my plate was delicious. The mashed potatoes were great, and the greens leaned more sweet than savory, which I really enjoyed. The fried green tomatoes were another major standout with the sauce they served. I honestly wish we had a spot like this back home! My only small critique is to skip the sweet tea. I haven't found a single place in Houston where the sweet tea was actually sweet enough for my taste, but overall, this was a fantastic spot with great service that I'd highly recommend.

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    Southern Yankee Crafthouse - Buffalo Chicken Sandwich with fires and housemade pickles

    Southern Yankee Crafthouse

    4.6(627 reviews)
    6.6 mi•Montrose
    •$$
    Free parking
    Outdoor seating

    4.5 I'd say. The only con was that we were seated outside in Texas summer weather, and they didn't…read morehave fans or umbrellas for the patio tables to the side. Luckily our server was able to move us to the covered outdoor seating after a little while which was a little better. The covered patio has fans. However, bonus for sitting outside is that they're having a promo during HRW where happy hour drink specials are going on all day. The food and drinks were all yummy though. We got the yum yum fries for the table to share. I ordered the duck duck shroom pizza and the aperol spritz. The portions of everyone's food were huge so I'd say a good bang for your buck. We experienced multiple servers with our table switch and they were all nice and helpful.

    Located across the street from St. Thomas in a renovated house. Street parking is available in the…read moresurrounding area, they also offer parking validate in the near by garage. Getting seated was a little chaotic. Indoor seating was pretty limited and not managed well. We end up sitting on the patio (still pretty toasty around sunset time). The giant pretzel we ordered for appetizer was excellent, highlight of the meal. The sourdough pizzas were pretty thin, overall I'd give the pizzas a 3/5. Of the 4 pizzas we tried, my personal ranking: 1. Spicy Goat 2. Duck Duck Shroom 3. Heirloom Margherita 4. Sweet & Spicy Pepperoni. Service was also disorganized and a little slow. I'd come back if I'm craving that pretzel.

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