The restaurant was busy, but it was not full…read more When we arrived, the host looked around as they led us inside, appearing unsure where to seat us. We were ultimately shown to a table directly in front of the kitchen. As we sat there, I gradually began to notice some troubling things. Another Asian group was seated at a table next to one of the kitchen entrances. Later, when they finished their meal and left, another Asian family was seated at the same table. In addition, a Black family was seated next to another kitchen exit. A woman in that group asked to be moved to a different table. The food itself was very good, and the server who took care of us was pleasant and kind. My concern was specifically with the way the host assigned tables. Seeing this seating pattern repeated even though other tables were available made me strongly feel that race was influencing the seating decisions. I found the experience very upsetting. Of course, it is up to the restaurant to decide how it will assign tables in the future. I would be glad if this experience prompted the restaurant to recognize the issue and make changes. On the other hand, if nothing changes, I will consider this to be part of the restaurant's character. I am leaving this review to share what I personally saw and experienced.

The very best. Our spot in town. Ziggy's the man!!!…read more All good. Our usual is chopped liver, belly lox & bagels, kreplach, split pea soup, pastrami/corned beef Dagwood, and a black & white. Gotta have the pickles. We thank K&Z's team for hitting the mark EVERYTIME.

When I tell you to try Houston: this is a place on my top 10 list. Katz has been a family favorite…read moresince I was 12 coming here with my parents after concerts. And now it's where I come with my husband for date nights and great desserts with my kids! App recommendation: fried pickles are a MUST! Although I didn't get them this time I usually do I did start with a small cup of motzaball soup (another fan fav) easy on the tummy and great in cold weather or a rainy day! Will always be back for more-

Imagine having a tough week. You order some food for delivery but when it arrives your entire…read moreentree is missing. Yup... happened to me. I have been a fan of Katz for years. Huge fan of the sourdough bread. Used to order that also by the loaf until they also forgot to include that in an order before. I don't know who does quality control checks for to go orders here but they stay slipping. Friday I ordered the fried chicken breast and mashed potatoes. Nothing was included in my bag. I got the appetizer and dessert. Talk about truly irritated. Cmon Katz yall are better than this.

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

We were craving subs again this weekend and wanted to try a new spot. We were not impressed…read morealthough we had high hopes. We pulled up and didn't see a lot of diners, but that's not always a sign that things are bad. We entered and I love the local vibes and decor. We were quickly greeted and the guy at the register answered our questions. We both ordered the Reuben and I went to look at the cookies. I noticed my husband's demeanor change when I ordered an oatmeal raisin cookie.He told me that he had to let the cashier know not to spit in a napkin and then use the same hands, uncleaned or sanitized to grab my cookie. He said the guy responded that he wasn't touching it with his hands, he was using the parchment to grab and wrap it. As a medical professional, I was both nauseated and appalled that he didn't grasp how infection is spread. Yes, your dirty hands are not touching the cookie, but your cooties are still on the outside of it. Thus when I go to unwrap it, now they're on my hands and ingested when I pick the cookie up to eat it. Clearly COVID has taught us much less than I thought... Reuben was okay, but I think the experience was ruined for me because I questioned how sanitary things were as I tried them. I also left the cookie with the rest of the trash in the same parchment it was wrapped in. Goes without saying, but we won't be back...we live in Pearland anyway. So it's not worth the drive for us.....Enter with caution & sanitizer apparently.

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.

Loved it! The food was fantastic - we tried a little of everything and the thoughtful service was…read moreincredible. The environment was very relaxed, enough people but still very chill. We will definitely be back.

I remember when Henderson & Kane first opened in the area. It was clear John and Veronica were…read morelooking to be a neighborhood focused establishment. They offered an assortment of goods and items that are great for gifts and for your own home. I can always find something of interest in the store. I also love that they tend to carry items that are a little more boutique and local which makes it fun to browse. A lot of people visit for the barbecue. If I recall, when they first were serving BBQ it was a smaller, more limited time and they've since extended those hours. When visiting there is plenty of street parking in the area. They have expanded the seating inside since when they first opened which is nice for those not looking to takeaway food. Food & Drink - 4.25* The counter for ordering is in the back. I definitely recommend getting an assortment or a plate. Sausage and brisket are both solid. The sides are good too. I did notice the quality maybe dipped a little as the hours expanded, but it's still a very good option to some of the nearby establishments down the road or over in the North Main area that tend to have giant queues. When I was working downtown we'd swing over here quickly for a lunch. Feel free to grab anything to drink from the coolers as well if it catches your interest. Service - 5* Solid. We've spoken directly with the owners when visiting and it's evident they care deeply about their store, their customers, and the community. Definitely support your local businesses!! Cost - 4.5* Always subjective. I think for what they offer, how clean and well organized the shop is, it shows. They keep prices approachable. Overall - 4.5* Personally, I think it's a great balance of quality, convenience, and an assortment of goods that make it interesting. If you're in the area or live nearby, walk on over and check it out.

What can I even say! It's generational! My father grew up eating here and shared this restaurant…read morewith me. Every time I'm over by UH i make sure I stop by and bring my clients. The fresh ingredients, the food quality is superb, the service is amazing! They greet you like family! If you are in the area stop by!! You won't regret it!

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'd definitely come back to Maine-ly Sandwiches! They're serving some of the best lobster rolls…read moreI've had in the city. I've seen some reviews complain about the pricing, but honestly, I thought it was reasonable for the fresh-tasting lobster and the quality of the food. The lobster roll was definitely the highlight for me, and I'll be coming back for it. The fish and chips were good as well, although I wasn't too impressed with the mac and cheese, even after adding lobster to it. The Whoopie Pies were great, and I really enjoyed their sweet tea too, it was much better than the sweet tea I've had at some other restaurants, and it was perfectly sweet, just how I like it! The food came out within a reasonable amount of time, and I really enjoyed the overall ambiance. The Maine-inspired atmosphere was a nice touch and made the experience feel even more authentic. Overall, I had a great experience and would definitely return for that lobster roll!

The quality here is quite good for being far from the east coast! I was just in Maine in September…read moreand was craving a lobster roll, and saw that I could grab a mayo lobster roll here right off of I-10. I really didn't have high expectations and to be honest, the first visual inspection of the lobster roll had me second guessing... But I thoroughly enjoyed it! The bread was fluffy and plentiful, and I thought there was a good balance between lobster ratio and bread. As of October 2026 - the lobster roll was $17 and to add on fries was $1.50. Pretty comparable to Maine prices actually. Can't say where they source the lobster from, but it didn't taste fishy or off, so I call it a win. I also loved the crinkle cut fries - fresh and crispy, but lacked salt. If it was seasoned with salt, it would get the last star of my review.

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.

Food very good…read more Daughter pancakes. I had excellent challah French toast. Wife had lox eggs and onions very good but not the best she's had. She's fussy about that dish. Good bagel store too. Easy parking in same lot as Walmart

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.

Late on the review as we went last weekend. We didn't see a lot of people inside, but we were both…read morepleasantly surprised with our sandwiches. We walked in and were greeted, you order at the counter and they bring it out to you if you are dine in. I was annoyed that they were out of lemonade, as we don't drink soda. Place was clean and sandwiches didn't take long. We ordered: Rueben and Buffalo chicken 6in subs Initially, the bread looks thick and intimidating, but after the first bite, it all works. I had each substituted for mayo on my Buffalo sandwich. I also added onions. It was a perfect bite, I didn't even need the chips. We ate half for lunch and the other half of our sandwiches for dinner. We will definitely add them to the rotation when we are craving subs. Enter freely, they've been approved

Why is nobody talking about this place?? They have chopped brisket sandwiches for $2.39 each! And…read moreyou can add pickles and onions for free. In this economy? A steal if you ask me. Perfect for a quick bite, pretty similar to a sloppy Joe but with brisket. Family run business since 1961. Everybody is super friendly. The right half of the shop sells meats and meat related items while the left side is for ordering and dining. It's casual - think picnic at the park, but in a meat shop. It also seems like their services consist of deer, wild game, and birds processing. Also exotic meats - ostrich to kangaroo, they got it.

Food is affordable and tastes great. Support this local spot for sure. Family run for generations…read more Their chopped brisket sandwich is a great bang for your buck $2.59. Everything else on their menu is amazing too. Service is awesome as well. Very friendly and willing to give you recommendations. Old school feel inside