Royal Roastery is a roastery offering freshly roasted nuts, baklava, Turkish delight, ice cream,…read moreknafeh, desserts, Arab drinks, juices, and shakes. When I stopped by on a weekday evening at 9pm it was packed. They had stations setup throughout the store to order different goods, which helped to alleviate the rush. Knafeh ($6) - They offered 2 types of knafeh, one with cheese and one with custard. I went with the one made with Nabulsi cheese and topped with shredded phyllo, and soaked in sugar syrup. It was warm, crispy and delicious! Karak tea ($5) - This milk tea drink was made with aromatic spices, primarily cardamom, cloves, ginger and cloves. I was happy to see they used whole milk instead of evaporated milk. The drink was incredibly rich and creamy and tasted great. Turkish delight ($18 / lb.) - This was extremely fresh, soft and chewy, made with cornstarch, sugar, nuts. Some of the varieties I tried had chocolate and/or fruits. The baklava here was fresh made with layers of phyllo dough, chopped nuts, and held together with some honey. The nut offerings here included, almonds, walnuts, peanuts and a few more. Overall I was impressed with everything they offered here with the exception of the nuts, which I thought were just ok. I'd definitely return if I was in the area.

This is a store that has so many options, it's almost designed to give you decision paralysis. They…read morehave crepes and waffles, Dubai chocolate bars, mousse cakes, gelato, Turkish delights, fancy chocolates, and a whole bunch of other snacks. The Dubai crepe was super rich and creamy and nice large portion size. The strawberry mousse cake was frozen solid, so I was not able to eat it right away but it was a lovely mousse with jelly fruit filling and a thick chocolate crust. Also got a bag of chocolates, which are weighed by the pound. The only qualm I have is that the chocolates are not labeled, so when you mix them all together, it truly is a bit of a Russian roulette on what you'll get. Everything was super yummy. Will definitely need to be back!

Come for the samples and buy a lot more since they are so good! Delicious Swiss chocolates and…read moreconfections! Läderach has high-quality, beautifully crafted chocolates and well worth a stop.

People are talking about this place... why? Go and try a sample and see…read more You can't leave without making a purchase. If you just want a nibble, ask for a bark piece. Delicious chocolate with a price. It's not your typical Hershey bar. It's SWISS. Friendly customer service.

We come to Wagyu Ru EVERY Saturday! Every weekend they sell cooked tasty double burgers with…read morecheese, special sauce and pickles. You can get soda and chips to go with it. It's really just a Wagyuru meat market during the week so they dont have a sit down inside spot BUT they do have a tent and tables set outside that we always sit at and enjoy out burgers. They are always so friendly and get you your burger in no time! A must visit of youre a burger guy!

This review is solely based off of the Waygu smash burgers they well on weekends. I highly…read morerecommend getting there early since they tend to sell out. For about $15 you can get a burger, chips, and soft drink of your choice. As someone who doesn't typically reach for burgers, this one was amazing! I could definitely tell the two patties were made with quality beef with how tender and flavorful they were. I got mine with cheese, and it already comes with pickles, a house-made sauce, and potato buns. Keep in mind this place is not a restaurant, so don't expect a dining experience. They do have a small set up of tables and chairs with a tent outside their door if you'd want to sit and eat. Service was friendly and accommodating and I can see myself recommending this place!

I ordered a charcuterie board for my 9 year old's birthday party. It was beautiful and delivered on…read moretime and very courteously. All the parents stayed to graze. The quality was really good. Really great service. I will probably order more in the future!

They made an excellent charcuterie board for the engagement party I was organizing. I was happy to…read moreallow them to decide what would go into the board, since I am not familiar with charcuterie foods and did not want to be stuck with option paralysis. We ultimately loved the cheese and fruit selection - there were some interesting cheeses in there that we were glad to get to try. Pick-up was smooth and timely. I would use them again for special occasions in future.

The Cottage Grocery is such a gem. It's this cozy little spot on Joanel where you can grab coffee,…read morea breakfast taco, a fully prepared dinner to take home, a bottle of wine, and a box of cookies all in one stop. Basically if you want to look like you cooked but didn't, this is your place. The chicken salad is famous for a reason. It sells out constantly and I get why. The pastries and cookies are fantastic, the soups and casseroles actually taste homemade (better than homemade, honestly), and everything is made fresh in-house daily. I've grabbed their chicken tetrazzini for lazy weeknights more times than I'd like to admit. Staff is sweet, the space is adorable, and the wine selection is surprisingly solid for such a small shop. Great for dinner parties, host gifts, a quick lunch, or just treating yourself.

I had first seen Cottage Grocery on tiktok which made me curious to try it…read more I had stopped by on a Friday morning around 8:30 and it was decently busy. While there is an attached parking lot, I can see it getting quite full during busier times. I tried their iced latte with lavender syrup. For my personal taste, if it was just a touch creamier I think it would've been perfect but otherwise not a bad latte. My total came out to $6.50 which isn't great but not unbelievable. They also had a display of pastries that looked tempting but I didn't peruse much since I was in a slight rush. For the grocery aspect, they have lots of what looked like prepared foods/meals. Otherwise of the goods they offer it seems to be largely wines, some paper/decorative goods, and some other food items like pickled vegetables and tortilla chips. Not the largest grocery selection. There is also a small seating area

The service was impeccable. My sister, nephew, and I loved the pastry items and atmosphere. We were…read moregreeted at soon as we came in and were assisted in less than a minute. I definitely recommend.

All the cakes here are amazing and so memorable. It's our family's go-to for any celebration…read morerequiring a cake. Not only are the cakes Asian mom approved on sweetness level, they are super moist and generous with toppings. The price is super reasonable too for the cake sizes and flavors. I would say even slightly cheaper than other bakeries. My favorites are their Dubai chocolate and mango cakes. The mango cake uses fresh mango and has no artificial taste. The Dubai chocolate cake is as decadent as it sounds with some fresh fruit on top. My only complaint is the guy at the cashier seems grumpy all the time and misogynist but the rest of the staff is super nice and pleasant.

As someone with deep Creole roots from Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, I don't take Cajun and Creole food…read morelightly--it's in my blood. Herbert's Specialty Meats on Richmond near the Galleria instantly took me back home. The moment you walk in, the number of items from Louisiana is delightful Their boudin, seasonings, and prepared items reminded me so much of my grandmother's gumbo, boudin, and rich, slow-cooked stews--comfort food that warms your soul. You can taste the authenticity and love in everything they make. This is the kind of place that understands balance, spice, and tradition. Customer service was excellent--friendly, patient, and genuinely happy to help you find exactly what you're craving. There are tons of choices, whether you're stocking up for a cookout or just grabbing something to satisfy that Cajun craving. For anyone missing Louisiana flavors or wanting the real deal in Houston, Herbert's is a must-stop. It feels like a little piece of "The Boot"

Have been ordering/eating Herbert's food for 20+ years. Their stuffed chickens, boudin, étouffée,…read moregumbo, stuffed jalapeños, stuffed fish, shrimp are all amazing! 100% recommend. They have 3 locations including the Woodlands & Dairy Ashford. I live in Phoenix and have it shipped. Great to have in the freezer to pop in the oven for a quick meal or to host a dinner party! Owners are great guys! The store has all kinds of goodies to take home. Love the atmosphere!

Used the catering for an engagement party. The setup, service, and pizza went above my expectation…read more The guest raved about the pizza and loved seeing the brick oven. Highly recommend and would use again

We had Nicolas and his staff cook and serve pizzas at a charity event and the pizzas were…read moreoutstanding!

Cute and solid place close to Chinatown for unique popsicles! This place is definitely Instagram…read morefriendly, with a cool decorative wall for taking photos. The popsicle itself is good as well. I got the Passion Fruit and Mango popsicle and it tasted great! You can tell they made it with fresh fruit and fresh fruit juices. People working here are very friendly and helpful as well! I just feel bad they are located on a side street that does not get as much foot traffic. When I went in the afternoon with 2 friends, we were the only people there. This feels like a forgotten place, but I encourage more people to check them out because they make some great stuff :)

A popsicle and snack place on Cedar Street with a shared parking lot plus street parking. It's next…read moreto Wolfies. There's plenty of seats inside with 2-3 employees but they're mostly in the back. There is a bell you can ring to get someone's attention. They seem pretty nice. Pretty clean and simply decorated. They didn't really do an introduction of the place but did answer any questions I had. Their popsicles are decent sized and are made with real fruit/ingredients. They come on a tray with a drip catcher. My kids got watermelon and mixed berry, but it was mostly me who ate the berry one. My kid who had the watermelon really liked it but it was a bit cold for her, so she ate some of it and I stuck it in a cup when we got home so it could melt and she could enjoy later. It has chunks of watermelon interspersed and she found 2 seeds - so Yay for real fruit! She finished it all. The berry one was nice and refreshing, not necessarily too sweet. And hello seeds! My other kid didn't really like it so I had pretty much all of it. He's more of an ice cream lover but he's also the one with multiple food allergies. We didn't partake in anything else but while there, some people came in but just for drinks like bottled water. They serve some ice cream but they don't make it themselves... they don't contain eggs though. Also, all of their popsicle flavors are made separately so there shouldn't be cross contamination. I asked because my youngest has multiple food allergies and he is allergic to a number of the flavors they had. In addition, they also serve snacks, juices, and other things you'd think about as an after school snack or treat. They also cater. Overall, the popsicles were good but not big enough for the $5.15 cost EACH. At the same time, they are a little hefty for my 3 year old but not the biggest one we had. If you're in the area, go ahead and try it out, but it can add up fast as almost everything is $5 and up. But it certainly is convenient for the area! I'm eyeing those freshly made juices and I'm intrigued by that "waffle taco."

At Amorino service is fast, you placed your order through their system…read more The music they play is nice and isn't loud. I have tried so far the gelato and coffee, amazing Their employees are charismatic.

This was some of the best gelato I have ever had. It tasted incredibly fresh, and the staff was so…read moregenerous with their time, happily letting me sample different flavors until I found exactly what I wanted. That alone made the experience feel thoughtful and welcoming. They are also open late, which I loved. I had already dined in the area, so this ended up being the perfect post dinner treat. I have been here before, but it had been a long time, and it was great to return and enjoy it again. The ambience was warm and inviting, and the overall environment made it easy to relax and enjoy the moment. I ordered a kid's cup, and it was honestly the perfect amount. Anything larger would have been too much for me, so the price point felt very fair for the portion and quality. I also tried the macaron and the tea. Both were fine but nothing standout for me. I have had better macarons and better tea elsewhere, and as someone who really appreciates good tea, it was decent but not something I would go back for specifically. That said, the gelato alone is absolutely worth returning for and even making a drive for. The space itself is very small and cozy, more of a boutique style spot. It is ideal for individuals, couples, or very small groups. Larger groups may prefer to enjoy their treats outdoors around the plaza and then move along, as this is more of a grab and go or short stay kind of place. Overall, I would definitely be back. The gelato is truly the star here and well worth it.