I do not know why this place has 2.6 for ratings. We love the Sundaes and Concretes. The service…read moreis good and most of all, the staff are polite. All of the ones we have been served by. It is cute and clean place. 50's style. I disagree with the reviews of some. Oh. A mini is too small

I absolutely coming here with my family, if it's not their steakburger, milkshakes or fries, it is…read moretheir classic turtle concrete! Coming in, it was a little slow yet clean and neat. The staff was friendly and we placed our order. We did have to wait a couple of minutes assuming that the concretes we ordered don't run as fast like their milkshakes and it was totally worth it!

Craving a burger while near Tomball and decided to try this place since it was voted best burger…read morejoint in Tomball in 2023. And I can see why. I had the Blank Canvas burger and it was amazing. I added cheddar and bacon and helped myself to the rest at their fixins bar. The smoke on the burger patty is what sets it apart from other burgers. I appreciated the thickness of the burger, and although I prefer my burgers a little more on the medium side, I have to say I might be spoiled from now on with this one. Also worth mentioning are their fries. Hot, natural cut and perfectly seasoned. That, and an ice cold beer to go with my burger was a win-win-win for me. Top it off with the friendly greeting and assistance from the staff will keep me coming back and bringing friends. I highly recommend trying The Tejas Burger Joint if you're ever in the Tomball area, but it's worth the little road trip if you're not from around these parts.

Delicious brisket tacos with lime dipped in taking. My husband loved the combo of brisket and blue…read morecheese with the vinegary bbq sauce. Dinosaur bone with a carrot pudding like side. Fun and fast service. And finish off with some yummy chocolate after for desserts.

Perfect southern comfort food! The portions are HUGE, only finished one dish between two people…read more Inside of the restaurant was adorable and well kept, it has that southern rustic vibes you see in the movies. The staff were friendly and helpful. very excited to come back to try more of the menu.

For a restaurant that specializes in burgers, I expected a little more. Nothing was bad, but…read morenothing really blew me away either. As much as I hate to say it, I've had better burgers at Red Robin. Again, the food wasn't bad--it just didn't live up to my expectations. I would have liked to see more loaded fry options, additional burger customization choices, or even a few signature house sauces to help set them apart. The most disappointing part of the visit, though, had nothing to do with the food. I repeatedly saw the cooks come out to the front to get drinks while still wearing the same disposable gloves they were using in the kitchen. They were touching drink machines, counters, and other surfaces before returning to food prep. Seeing that raised concerns about their food safety and sanitation practices. Overall, it wasn't a terrible experience, but it wasn't memorable enough to make me want to come back, especially with so many other great burger options nearby.

Wow, this place is soooo good! The two of us shared a jalapeno cheeseburger, chili cheese fries,…read moreand some Boudin balls! Everything was on point, and even our margaritas were delicious!! If you haven't been here, get there as fast as you can! Great atmosphere too!

"Friday Night Catfish - Live Music" 02/20/26…read more I decided to give this place a try since I've been passing by it for a while, always wondering if it was any good. I'm glad I finally gave in to curiosity. This spot was already jumping on a Friday evening around 6 PM. They had live music, a solo artist singing and playing guitar, and the whole atmosphere felt lively and upbeat. It gave me "Urban Cowboy" vibes in the best way. The southern hospitality was definitely there. It's family-oriented, pet-friendly, and apparently Friday nights are the only time you can catch them frying up catfish and shrimp. Customer service was a mix of good and just okay. The lady taking our order was polite, but not very friendly, maybe she's just not the best with social skills. You walk up to the outside window to order (like my husband and I did). We were told there'd be about a 45-minute wait, which we were fine with. They gave us a pager to let us know when the food was ready, and luckily we found a table in the packed dining area where we could enjoy the entertainment while we waited. We sipped on margaritas on the rocks and took in the scene. I was honestly surprised at how good they were, especially with the Tajín on the rim. Delicious and strong. Now, the two female servers were the real highlight. They were friendly, down-to-earth, and very attentive, checking on us periodically. One of them even refilled my margarita cup free of charge to make up for the wait. I loved their high energy and bubbly personalities, and I will say: it ended up being well worth the wait. When my husband brought our food to the table, it was piping hot. We both ordered the fried catfish and shrimp dinner, which comes with French fries, hush puppies, and a salad. For some reason, we were served crinkle-cut fries instead of their usual authentic-cut fries, aka "crappy fries," which confused us a little, but it wasn't a big deal. The fish and shrimp were fried to perfection, crunchy, succulent, and full of flavor. The shrimp tasted fresh with that ocean-seafood flavor. The fish tasted a little less fresh to me (slightly on the stale side), but it was still good overall. Complaints Pet-friendly: They allow dogs and cats to roam around the dining area while customers are eating, which is just not my cup of tea. I get that it's outdoor dining, but not everyone enjoys animals up close while they're trying to eat. There was a dog roaming and sniffing guests, and a cat doing the same. Luckily neither one made their way to my table. Another complaint is the styrofoam plate issue: Our dinner was served on a styrofoam plate without the paper lining to keep the hot food from melting into the styrofoam. I don't mind styrofoam, but please add the liner, especially for hot fried food. We noticed other customers had the lining, but we didn't. Maybe it was just a slip-up, who knows. Food Ratings Catfish/Shrimp Dinner: 5/5 Fish: 4/5 (fried to crunchy perfection and piping hot, but didn't taste as fresh, slightly stale) Shrimp: 5/5 (crispy, fresh tasting, piping hot) Hush puppies: 5/5 (crispy outside, moist inside) French fries: 4/5 (not the authentic cut, but fresh and hot) Side salad: 4/5 (fresh lettuce and tomatoes, but a very small portion) Margarita on the rocks: 5/5 (delicious and strong) Overall, Tailgate Grill is energetic, upbeat, and serves up some seriously tasty fried catfish and shrimp, especially on a Friday evening with delicious tasting Margaritas to top it off. The atmosphere is inviting, the food is mouthwatering, and I tore my plate up! I definitely recommend this place if you're craving southern fried catfish and shrimp. One last tip: bring cash to tip the hardworking servers; they were tag-teaming it and taking care of a packed crowd with smiles on their faces. Great job ladies!

Decided to give this place another try. First-class friendly service from a young lady named Rain…read morewhen we first walked in - great recommendations and took the time to show us their many sauce options for our incredible burgers! The patties were hand-formed and perfectly cooked and seasoned, the veggies fresh & crisp and that bun. That bun is spectacular, soft, pillowy and had a very nice texture and flavor. Will be back for sure and please let Rain know that her amazing attitude and personality made all the difference!

My son told me to check this place out because they make their own bread... say less…read more Everything was fresh and hit the spot. I ordered the turkey melt, and every bite had the perfect balance of turkey, cheese, and sauce. Nothing overpowered the other and it just worked. The burgers are no joke either. They're huge, loaded, and definitely don't skimp on the meat. And whatever you do, get the curly fries! The cashier recommended them, and they were way better than the regular fries. Service was fast, friendly, and efficient, even during the lunch rush. The restaurant itself is casual with plenty of seating, so it's an easy spot to grab a quick lunch or hang out for a bit. We'll definitely be back!

Mel's catered our wedding and absolutely crushed it!!! The food was fantastic and our guests are…read morestill raving about the chicken weeks afterward. Jeff and Tammy worked with us personally to make the experience smooth, and they went out of their way to accommodate guests with special food requests. I would recommend Mel's for anywhere from a party of 1 to 500! Amazing.

absolutely great Hamburgers! Tasty and big…read more I have wanted to try the chicken fried steaks that I have heard many good things from my friends. yet I keep getting the hamburgers as they are so damn good! Mels is a long drive from my house yet it is worth the drive to eat here.

Even the pickles and marinated onions were great! Hubby said I picked wellagain! My son had the…read morebrisket tacos and loved them also. No complaints.

Great service, guys at the counter were very friendly and helpful. I especially enjoyed the pork…read moreribs. Brisket was very good also. Good pickles. Macaroni and cheese side was also good.