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    Kal's Joint

    4.8 (10 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    5 months ago

    Very good food and service and priced right. Tomato basil soups was spot on and the gyro's.

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    Ivett's Italian Grill

    Ivett's Italian Grill

    4.4
    (273 reviews)
    6.1 mi
    $$

    What a wonderful place. The staff is so friendly, you feel like you're home. We took advantage of…read morethe couple's special available on Thursday nights and it was great. The food was fresh and delicious. We definitely didn't leave there hungry. We were with another couple and it wasn't a noisy place. We could actually carry on a conversation. We'll be back!

    Updates of Texan eateries I like (1 of 2)…read more The food, the service, the small store ambiance, the parking situation, and the value are still excellent at Ivett's in League City. There should be no need to write an update. I see that my initial review was written about 5 years ago. This is about how they handle the transferral of totaled tabs to the credit card. When I go to the Houston area, I usually eat lunch at Ivett's twice a week - yes, it's that good. And it's doable because I tend to stay in their "Bay Area," which is south of the city near Space Center Houston and in the suburbs adjacent to large Galveston Bay. Here's what the deal is, and this happened last year and a year or two before that. When I get the bill, it's usually a number that has cents attached to it, thus an "uneven" sort of number. To this, I add a tip. If the final bill were to be $12.72, for example, I might add $2.28 to bring it to an even $15.00. (I've asked restaurant employees over the years if this is weird and they tell me they have customers who do this.) Fast forward to the charge hitting the credit card. In 2025, one charge went through a meaningless few cents higher and one charge went through without the tip altogether. I've never worked in a restaurant, so I don't know how the process works where the final bill is sent over to the credit card company. In this situation, I came out ahead. But that's not the point. I want the employees who were my servers to get their tips and get what I indicated on the copy that I signed. This same exact sort of scenario showed up a year or two before when I also visited twice ... with one lunch charge coming across without the tip. Another lunch charge must have been processed with an even dollar amount as the tip. Again, I came out ahead, if you even want to look at it that way, but I want the employee to get his or her tip. The price-quality-quantity here remains at 5 stars. That's why I have filed Ivett's away in my head. I've now landed on the pattern of lunch specials that I like in any given week - a chicken dish and the manicotti dish, so I come in for those. I did try the lasagna once and, since this is in the U.S. of A. and not fine dining, they use the thicker undulating sheets of pasta that I'm not a fan of. It's to be understood. It's what most Italian-American restaurants do. That dish might come in as a 4. I applaud Ivett's for being a small restaurant that is intent on serving its customers and its community. However, if the tip for that one customer's meal is $2.28, $2.74, or $3.11 because the customer is seeking to hit a "normal" looking final number, then it's $2.28, $2.74, or $3.11. And, if they don't enter the tip at all, then I feel bad because the employee didn't get their tip and it makes me feel cheap ... cheaper than I already am to some people. Fix this little clerical issue by instructing your employees how to do so ... and keep up the good work! I look forward to seeing you all (translation: y'all) the next time I'm in the area.

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    2025 - This is great! It's obvious that their specials and price points will bring in students and others on a budget, reminding me of H.S.
    2025 - This is great! It's obvious that their specials and price points will bring in students and others on a budget, reminding me of H.S.
    2025 - visit 2 of 2 - again, starting out with a Caesar salad, a bread basket, and Sprite
    2025 - visit 2 of 2 - again, starting out with a Caesar salad, a bread basket, and Sprite
    2025 - visit 1 of 2 - starting out with the much liked Caesar salad, a bread basket, and a Sprite

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    2025 - visit 1 of 2 - starting out with the much liked Caesar salad, a bread basket, and a Sprite
    Frenchies Italian Restaurant

    Frenchies Italian Restaurant

    4.3
    (538 reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$

    The owner is adorable. Frenchies is a gold mine. My first visit was impressive. I received a kindly…read morewelcome with a lovely accent. There is an anomaly of Italian history and NASA history, especially upon entering the restaurant. A group of us went during lunchtime. I had Baked Lasagna and a humongous Ceasar Salad. Big enough for at least two people and the homemade Ceasar dressing is D' Lish....... O and the homemade bread, magnificently devour-able. Another person had Manicotti and loved it, Shrimp cacciatore was okay per one in our group. The last person, a child order Macaroni with ham and loved it. Soft drinks, tea, red and white wine served. Also, the bread is all you can eat. I will be back to try something different.#FIRE }:{

    We decided to try this neat looking place for a Monday night dinner. Looks like a lot of history…read moreand fun times have happened there. When we walked in, we were greeted and ask if we were picking up or staying, I answered we were staying. We were taken to a nice table, which was cleaned by the hostess, and seated. We got our menus and water, then it went downhill from there. We watched tables being served and nice conversations between wait staff and customers. Sadly, after more than 5 minutes, no server approached our table. The menus were down and we were ready to order. And... no one came over. We were passed by several times and the table next to us was checked on, but not us. So we didn't get to try anything as we took the hint that we were not important and left. Hopefully we misunderstood the idea of service here and didn't wait long enough. But more than 5 minutes with no hint of service was more than enough for us to wait. Good luck Frenchies, I'm sure your regulars will keep you moving along.

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    Dining area
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    Zabaglione
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    Sofia’s Italiano

    Sofia’s Italiano

    4.0
    (311 reviews)
    5.3 mi
    $$

    As always, I wait until my second visit before writing a review. I think it is the best way to be…read morefair. One bad experience can simply be an off day, and one amazing meal can be a one time success. A second visit tells you whether a restaurant is truly consistent. I am happy to say that Sofia's delivered both times. The pizza is delicious. It may not be the kind of pizza that changes your life, but it has everything a great pizza should have, a flavorful crust, quality ingredients, and great flavor. That said, do not come just for the pizza. A personal pizza is perfect to share as an appetizer, but the entrées are the real stars of the menu. I ordered the trout, and it was one of the freshest fish dishes I have had in a long time. It was cooked perfectly, full of flavor, and served in a generous portion. The vegetables were fresh and cooked just right, and the pasta that accompanied the dish tasted like something you would expect from a good Italian restaurant. My wife ordered one of the lunch specials for less than $14, and it was equally impressive, original, delicious, and generously portioned. Sofia's is the kind of restaurant that earns repeat customers. I will definitely be back, and I would gladly recommend it to my friends and family.

    Bread is delicious. Basil soup is tasty. Sweet wine was good and my baked ziti w was tasty. My…read morehusband's plate was bit cold on the inside of the large shell. We also ordered hummingbird cake and it is extremely good. Our waiter regularly checked on us. We went to an early dinner to avoid waiting.

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    Very nice wine bar area.
    Very nice wine bar area.
    Sofia’s Italiano
    Hall for restrooms

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    Hall for restrooms
    Slate Table + Bar

    Slate Table + Bar

    4.1
    (97 reviews)
    6.8 mi
    Private events
    Large group friendly

    Hosting a Floral Class on Saturday 5/2/2026 I talk to Chef…read morehe is so professional and went overboard The atmosphere and food was 10/10 The Ladies that attended the class that was there first time at Slate and they kept saying we will be back. Our waitress was very attentive and didn't miss a beat She did a great job with a big group and keep smiling and making sure we was taken care of. Overall the whole team who work that day was Amazing Please keep up the Outstanding Job!!

    I came here for my birthday on a Saturday. We had a party of 9 and I made a reservation in advance…read morebecause Saturday night just seems like a busy night to go eat anywhere... but I'm not sure my reservation was totally necessary. They had our table already prepared which was fantastic, but the restaurant was slow and not very busy. We could've just walked in and, other than having to wait for them to prepare our table, been seated right away. Our waitress, Moriah, was fantastic! She had tables on opposite sides of the restaurant, but since they weren't very busy it didn't seem to be an issue. There were a couple of times when we had to ask for drink refills, but it wasn't horrible. She was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was good, and I appreciate that they have some options that you wouldn't find just anywhere. That's the kind of thing I look for in a restaurant. However there were a few places where they fell short. 1. There was no kids menu. This may not be a big deal for a lot of people. It wasn't a big deal for me since my toddler eats pretty much anything, so we shared. It WAS however a big deal for my 6 year-old niece who does NOT eat anything. They told my sister that they could make some butter noodles or take the harissa off of a pizza and make it a smaller size for her. She opted for the butter noodles which were bland and unseasoned. Then they have no salt or pepper on the tables so she couldn't even season them until she asked for some. It helped, but they still weren't very good. 2. The food is overpriced. It's good food, but the prices were a little steep compared to the quality. My sister and I discussed this later and we both had the same thought. We didn't understand why they weren't busy because they had the potential to be, and it just felt like they maybe were trying TOO hard. I would go back, but this wouldn't be a regular choice for me. I'd be happy to go if someone chose this as an option, and I might even choose to go back for a date night or something. I like the atmosphere of the place as well as how open it felt... I don't love a crowded space. Another thing I loved was the Smoked Caramel Bread Pudding. I'm surprised I liked it so much because I don't typically love added smoke flavor, but this worked! Listen, I LOVE bread pudding. If there's ever bread pudding on the menu, I'm going to get it. This being my birthday dinner dessert was absolutely fine by me. The edges were a little caramelized and it was absolutely delicious and everyone who tried it agreed. Give this place a try, but just know that you may pay a little more than what it's worth. It's still tasty food though! Also... try the bread pudding!

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    Private dining room available
    Private dining room available
    Lobster beignets
    Lobster beignets
    Espresso martini & limoncello margarita

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    Espresso martini & limoncello margarita
    Hyde Park

    Hyde Park

    4.3
    (350 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    $$

    I love this place and remember taking a chance on it a few years ago when I was trying to decide…read morewhere to eat. It's truly such a good spot for pizza and pasta and reminds of me of Jupiter & Pizza Waffles in Sugar Land in terms of atmosphere and vibe. They have plenty of unique options for pizza which I really look forward to trying them all. They also have some other unique menu items too. If I lived closer here, I'd definitely be visiting more often. We had the pickle pizza with pepperoni added on it as well as the totally baked Bolognese. Everything comes out hot and fresh, and the pizza is always as good as I remember it. I had the Bolognese for the first time this visit and it was delicious. A little on the heavy side but it's meaty and creamy with the cheese. Their house-made ranch is something else, I'm more of a bleu cheese guy but my girlfriend likes ranch better so we got that but I gotta say that ranch is reallyyyy good so I'd recommend trying that with your pizza too. Service is fast, you can choose to sit anywhere when you walk in. They get to you fairly quickly. I forget everything else I had in the past, but the service and food never disappoint!

    Sat outside with our dogs and enjoyed a lovely meal and drink on a Tuesday evening. This place gets…read morebusy so just keep that in mind. My wife had the cheeseburger pizza and loved it, I ordered the short rib and substituted the potatoes for Brussels sprouts. It was delicious and I ate every bite. I also wanted a sweet but refreshing cocktail so I ordered The Girlfriend and it did not disappoint. It's a great casual date spot with yummy food, a chill atmosphere and you self order at the bar if you sit outside. Highly recommend!!

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    Bar
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    Wood Fired Brussels Sprouts }:{
    Look at that cornicione!!!

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    Look at that cornicione!!!
    Ray's Italian Kitchen

    Ray's Italian Kitchen

    4.1
    (227 reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    I always get the large regular cheese Pizza. It only sets you back $18. The large pie is 16" for a…read moretotal of 256 sq. Inches of deliciousness. That per unit cost basis makes sense over every other pizza and pasta place on both sides of Clear Lake. It just makes sense. Also the pizza ovens are the old school variety that virtually every respectable Italian pizza ever makes their pies in. Nor some rubber dough conveyor belt place. I personally order the pizza crispy and it comes out perfect every time, day or night If you like pasta they have you covered as well. Be sure to get the cheesy bread with both the marinara sauce and the creamy Alfredo and enjoy them all mixed up. It's the best. Thanks Ray for making such a cool spot for us locals.

    Just wanted to send a note that the Tiramisu Cake ordered and picked up on Thursday July 2 for to…read morecelebrate my brother's birthday was a hit. This is his favorite dessert. Siblings were in town for the 4th of July holiday. He LOVES Tiramisu and raved that it was great and awaken at 2 am in the morn for another bite. He has best friends that are Sicilian and Italian. He raved over your dessert and I wanted to share with you. Thank you for making his birthday a joyous one. We will be back when he returns to Houston. Your staff were courteous and answered all of my questions. The order was ready when I arrived to pick it up. Thank you. Thank you. You guys are awesome.

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    Inside of Ray's
    Inside of Ray's
    Thai Chili wings, AMAZING!
    Thai Chili wings, AMAZING!
    Build Your Own Pizza

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