Can I say awesome! Belen was wonderful and so very personable. Her service was outstanding! As…read morefor the corned beef, just like NYC. The interior is full of NYC memories and only adds to the ambiance!

My friend and I were craving sandwiches and couldn't think of a place we wanted to try more. Katz's…read morealways impresses me with how elegant and cool the look and vibe are. We were seated immediately and our server was attentive and friendly. We had the amazing meatballs as an appetizer, and the sauce was phenomenal-tangy and sweet. I ordered the Carnegie Burger and it was amazing! The gochujang sauce complemented the perfectly cooked meat. A truly fantastic burger. The chocolate milkshake was also rich and tasty. I also ordered the chocolate cake and have to say it's famous for a reason, the layers were rich and decadent and a great way to end a meal!

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

Looking for a solid deli that isn't over run and has a variety of seating options? I've got an…read moreanswer for you... Ploughman's Deli and Cafe. I ordered the "Roll the Hard Six," and it was fantastic -- tender roast beef, honey mustard, plenty of crunchy goodness, and a sauce that kept me coming back for another bite. The bread tasted fresh, the service was friendly, and the pasta salad on the side was amazing. Definitely a spot worth visiting if you're looking for a satisfying sandwich and welcoming atmosphere.

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.

This place has a special place in my foodie heart! The interior being a historic convenience store…read moremakes it feel homey and very local. I got here often with my roommate and always have a great time mix and matching any 6 beers into a 6-pack deal. The fatty brisket and sausage is amazing. I love that they offer a variety of menu items now as well. Steak nights, wine nights, and brunch options show how much effort they put in. I wouldn't say the bbq is the best I've ever had in Houston .... BUT still deserves a 5 star review in my book.

Update: Veronica reached out to me willing to make this…read moreexperience right. Issues will come up from time to time but how you handle them says a lot about you as a business owner. I'm adjusting my review to reflect Veronica's willingness to turn this experience into an opportunity. We were looking forward to trying this restaurant while staying at a hotel in Houston for medical treatments. We had it delivered to our hotel and sadly it wasn't the best experience. When we got our order to the room we were missing one side that we ordered. We got Mac n cheese, green beans and potato salad with a brisket/smoked chicken combo and a brisket/ribs. I was shocked to see two pieces of brisket and a chicken breast for $28. Maybe it was an off night but the quality just wasn't there. All the food was cold (our fault bc we ordered it for delivery) and was lacking flavor. Overall, we'd rate it like this: Brisket 3/5 Chicken 2/5 Mac n cheese 1.5/5 Green beans 3/5 Ribs 3/5 Potato salad 2/5 Maybe they were having a bad night but I wish our experience was better.

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 picked up a turkey deluxe sandwich for lunch at Mandola's Deli, and I was so pleased! The deli…read moreturkey was so nice and juicy; I loved the Italian special dressing/sauce; and the whole sandwich was nice and toasty. Ordering online was easy, and my sandwich was ready when I came to pick it up. Great spot!

Just stubbled up on this place in Houston. Any place that offers clams, count me in. Family-owned…read morefor 13 years and from Maine, one can tell Holly and her parents take a lot of pride in their menu. I ordered clam basket ($14.99) and crab cake ($6). Perfectly prepared, big portions. The clam basket comes with fries but I opted for med Mac n cheese. You can order full belly clams or strips which I got. The breading is light which lets the clams shine. The crab cake had a unique-to-me take (Maine) and I loved it! Full of lump and claw meats - not a bunch of fillers. The decor is a nod to Maine. The menu offers subs, several Lobster roll options (I spied my neighbors and they look legit) chowder, bisque, even salt water taffy. If you're in the Katy/West Side of Houston, definitely give it a try.

I haven't been here in over a year and it never disappoints me. One of my favorites places and nice…read morestaff.

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.

First time getting items that weren't their fabulous bagels. We ordered an order of pancakes and a…read moretuna melt. I was really surprised at how good both were- not fancy, but good hardy food with great flavor! Even the add on side of mixed fruit was extremely fresh.

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.

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.