Mr. Ho's Brisket Nachos are my jam. The beer menu rotates and always has a few of whatever I'm looking for that particular day. I've gone here with family and with friends and with both, and have never been disappointed. Indoor has a pub feel, outdoor is relaxed patios or tables to catch a game, so you can find whatever you're looking for. Staff is too top to bottom professional and seem to have seen it all. read more

Onion Creek Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

3.5 stars because Onion Creek has the vibe down perfectly, but the experience didn't fully meet my expectations this time around. The patio is still one of the best spots in the Heights for people watching, casual drinks, and soaking in a laid back Houston evening or trivia night. Top tier trivia is that's your thing. The space feels artsy, eclectic, and very "Heights-core" in the best way. That said, the service inside was good as usual but a little slow considering it wasn't overly busy. I came for their weekly steak night and it just wasn't giving. My medium well steak came out very obviously medium rare! I heard another table joking about how many customers took their steak back to the grill as I walked past them with my plate. Yes, the cooks happily put it back on the grill but I had to stand there and wait for it to cook while my friend sat alone at our table. My baked potato was cold when I got back. The 3 guys cooking the steak looked so unmotivated. They should take more pride in the food they serve and the servers need to check back on their tables and make sure people are happy with their food. I shouldn't have to run my steak back. Overall, Onion Creek is still a solid neighborhood hangout with a great atmosphere, but I'd love to see a little more consistency with the service and food quality to match the charm of the location. read more

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After a sun-filled bike ride from 3rd Ward to the Heights, all I could think of was grabbing the coolest drink and something filling to carry me on the ride back home. Onion Creek surely delivered with their Country A$$ Tea (a vodka-based Arnold Palmer that could've used a bit more vodka, but otherwise, was the perfect balance of tangy and sweet) and the Brisket Taco (cooked too perfection, but on the smaller side for $8). The bartender was super nice about offering me samples of brews and ciders to try (mango and strawberry) before I decided that I hadn't yet acquired the taste for this drink of choice. There was plenty of patio (dog-friendly) space available for a Sunday afternoon. I'd return during the week to take advantage of one of their many deals. read more

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I loved the vibe. It has both indoor and outdoor seating. The indoor is a more wooden pub scene while outdoor is wooden tables and umbrellas. The outdoor seating was so nice in summer Houston weather. The string lights were beautiful when the sun was down, and there's the rustic wooden vibe. It seems perfect for a group or a date night. I got the fried chicken sandwich and it was delicious also! They have a lot of options of salads, sandwiches, apps and pizzas. The fries were perfect for sharing also! Service was fast, and you order inside and they bring it out to you. Did want to mention, they have a parking lot! But it's a small opening and it's easy to miss. Otherwise, there's more than enough street parking behind the restaurant in the neighborhood. read more

Onion Creek Cafe - Peach Royale - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Came here for brunch and the hot ass chicken sandwich was Devine. I was a little taken back by how little juice they give you with the mimosa carafe but other than that, I had a great experience. It was a very family friendly establishment and a very laid back vibe. I saw older people, younger people, families, dogs, etc. I will definitely be back here. read more

Can't believe them! their website says brunch on Friday's. I arrived before 14:00, the reciept shows this. But they charged me full prices, I showed them their the page on their website that shows brunch every Friday. they refused to honor what their sites offers. It specifically says $25 for bottles of Prosecco for brunch. I ordered one and they charged me $30. I showed them their web site and they shrugged and said it was wrong. I showed them it was a reoccurring brunch menu on all Fridays and she became irritated and told me to leave. I showed her again, and she became angry And again, told me to get out of HER establishment. I left, not gonna return. Does the owner know that his staff is screwing customers? Not coming back. it's a small amount, it it's the principle and their lack of service https://www.onioncreekcafe.com/events/funkd-up-fridays https://www.onioncreekcafe.com/files/oc-brunch-july-24-pdf.pdf read more

Good place to have a late night meal in the Heights. I think their kitchen goes until 11pm. This is one of the smaller "Creeks", but the food and counter service are consistent with the other locations. During the day, the trees provide shade and there also canopies for some of the tables. There are a couple of items on the menu for vegetarians and fish for the pescatarians but I usually get their margherita pizza. Pizza being a loose term since it actually is two slices of thick bread with cheese and tomato on top. Still works. I also had the fish tacos at one time which features mahi mahi and pineapple salsa. The mahi mahi was a little overcooked and dry so it needed the salsa. read more

Onion Creek Cafe - Margherita pizza - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Forgot to give these guys a review back when I was coming here semi regularly. Chairs were wildly uncomfortable, not nearly enough covered seating and the umbrellas were too wrecked to actually be useful. The service was somewhat fine but at one point I had a mild issue with my DL(my problem not theirs) but to help with this I carried multiple forms of photo ID so that anyone serving alcohol can see that even if one form is expired, there would be no way for it not to be me and for me not to be 21. Well apparently, for this manager, that wasn't good enough. I placed an order for food, but the man would not allow me to place an order for drinks as my drivers license was expired, He also did not want to look at my other forms of identification. I instead placed only the food order, and then my girlfriend went to purchase our beers And gave me mine as she knows that I am 21. This manager comes all the way to the outside dining area and takes both of our beers, saying "it's not personal" with the most smug expression I think I've ever seen. Never issues a refund and if I recall correctly he refused to. Haven't been back since But I figure it's worth dropping this here so people know read more

Went for Sunday Brunch. Loved that they have a covered area outside where DJ plays funk music.I ordered 6th street Migas and a frozen mimosa. My friend chicken sandwich. I knew the Migas came with black beans which I don't like and forgot to ask for a substitute. The Migas were good tasting but not the usual I'm used to. The tortillas were small pieces in a creamy mix of white queso and cotijo with the eggs. No jalapeños but it did have a soft kick to it. The chicken sandwich was a breaded and fried breast with a slaw topping making it a great sandwich, came with fries. Not the best brunch meal I had hoped for, but I do like this place. read more

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Awesome spot! Cool vibes with a great patio! Family & dog friendly. Food looked good, but we got Crawfish & it was the best! Fast casual service was actually not bad. Definitely a place to go when the is good weather! We traveled from Spring & we will be back! read more

Onion Creek Cafe - 1 lb crawfish w/ boiled eggs. A Frozen Moon & Miller Lt. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

Located on White Oak in the Heights, Onion Creek is one of those Austin vibe cafes which you don't think about often but is reliable when you need a spot for a casual brunch without reservation. Parking is limited, but you can always get lucky with nearby street parking. There are plenty of seating both indoor and on the outdoor patios. Similar to the other "Creeks", order at the bar then grab a table, the waiters will bring your orders to you. While they have plenty of alcoholic drinks, I do appreciate they have some options for coffee/tea drinkers as well. My chicken & waffle was solid, the fried chicken was tender and well seasoned. Overall, a good choice for casual brunch/ hang out. read more

Onion Creek Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

I really enjoyed my experience at OC watching the Stros game, drinking a Frozen Moon, and eating some wangs! Make sure to take advantage of the happy hour discounts like $3 off the Mac n cheese balls (gooey and spicy, yum!) read more

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This is probably my favorite out of the "creeks", compared to Cactus Cove, Canyon Creek, Cedar Creek which are all in the Heights area. Parking is mostly free street side parking on White Oak. Onion Creek has a cool outside area (with too many freaking flies and minimal shade though) and an interior seating option. The food is alright casual American food but slightly lackluster if you're looking for quality. Their burger buns are a bit dry and their chicken in the sandwich is also a bit dry and overcooked. The fries are just standard fries. Their nachos / chips and queso are decent. It's a good spot to hang out in a group setting and it's more about the hanging out than the actual food most of the time. Service is minimal, you order at the bar and food gets brought to you, and that's the end of the service portion. read more

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Tried the Monday steak night for $25 and includes a steak, baked potato and side salad. Steak had no flavor at all. Salad was just ok and the baked potato seemed plain. Served with a side plate of toppings but the time it came to the table and we loaded up the potato, butter wasn't melting. Go somewhere else for a steak. read more

First time visit! Very rustic, and classic upper scale dive feel with cold AC inside and a huge sitting area outside. Service was great and Classic Burger with parmesan fries are the best! Cold corona lights are spot one . Worth a visit if in the area! read more

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It's finally cool enough so we took the pups to a new place (to the dogs) with a patio. Onion Creek has multiple pockets of shaded outdoor space, which is ideal for people dining out with dogs, so they don't get too close to start a barking match. Because of this, it was an stress-free experience for our pups and their humans. We ordered a regular burger and a beyond burger and both were well prepared, adequately seasoned, and quite substantial, especially with a choice of a side (fries, chips, side salad, or a small upcharge for other side items). I chose roasted cauliflower as my side and it was very tasty! The restaurant is counter-service but we were able to place our order and get our food in reasonable time, even on a Friday afternoon during happy hour (3-7pm weekdays, all day on Mondays). With a quite extensive menu, Onion Creek has a lot to offer, and we'll definitely return with the pups. read more

Onion Creek Cafe - Shaded patio space - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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If you're looking for great deals, drinks, service, and food look no further. Onion Creek cafe is giving chill vibes with outdoor seating and all the above. High recommended definitely check them out during crawfish season. read more

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I absolutely love this place! I had the frozen mimosa and mac and cheese bites for the first time and I was blown away. Customer service is great and the patio is perfect! This is the perfect brunch place in my opinion read more

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Everything about this place is chill and awesome. Food is always good and service is perfect. Overall it's worth everything! read more

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I was staying at a nearby Courtyard Marriott and wandered out looking for dinner. (Am not a fan of the hotel's in-house restaurant.) I found Onion Creek a couple of blocks away and ordered the Margherita pizza plus mushrooms. The "big ass" brownie looked good so I got that too. The pizza was made fresh so I waited as it cooked. It wasn't cold out, so I waited at an outdoor table. The pizza was great and the portion ample -- it lasted for more than just dinner. The brownie was disappointingly dry. I should have passed that up. I'd try the pizza again. read more

Hilarious bartender and amazing spicy juicy crawfish. What more can a girl ask for. Outdoor seating is the way to go here. read more

Onion Creek Cafe - Crawfish - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

The service is pretty laid back . I order the brisket Frito Pie & my partner order a burger called Triple Bypass it was really good . We order a frozen mimosa . The Mac & cheese balls wasn't our favorite but overall we enjoy the atmosphere read more

I had a bad experience here 10 years ago, but gave it another shot and things seemed good for a few months. But now ..our group ordered four of the brisket burgers since I have had them several times and they have been amazinbg, but not today. All four of our burgers were loaded up with these 1 in square cubes of pure fat. When I say loaded, it was beyounf belief, like 80% of it was these solid cudes of fat. I spoke with the cook about it and he said he can't control the meat. I said well somebody had to cut the meat and put it on the burger didn't they? He had nothing to say, no apology no nothing. He did offer to refund our money so we did that and left to eat at another restaurant. Reminds me of one of those guys that takes things out on other people when he has a bad day. What a horrible person and a horrible experience. Eating here is risky, I won't be back. read more

Onion Creek Cafe - Nasty 1 inch cubes of pure fat, 80% of our burgers were fat not brisket. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

I really wanted to like this place more, but there were a few aspects of my experience that held me back from giving it high praise. Drinks: We ordered two mocktails, but they tasted more like flavored water, which was disappointing. I'd suggest skipping the mocktails. Food Timing & Quality: I ordered a chicken salad, but unfortunately, it didn't arrive until after my boyfriend had already finished his meal. This was stressful, especially since I had to head to work afterward, and I really wanted to enjoy our meal together. It took so long that I honestly thought they forgot about my salad. However, I must admit, when it did arrive, it was delicious. My boyfriend ordered the chicken sandwich, which looked amazing and tasted great, according to him. So, mixed feelings here: the food was tasty but the service timing was off. Ambience & Setup: The vibe of the place is very laid back, with an outdoor, backyard Icehouse bar feel--super chill and fun if that's what you're looking for. However, I wasn't a fan of the setup. You have to place your order at the front and then find a seat, which detracts from the experience of a traditional restaurant. Overall, while the food was delicious, the service and setup left me feeling disappointed. I'm not completely opposed to coming back, but it wouldn't be my first choice. read more

Onion Creek Cafe - Chicken Hawk Sammich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

*giving 4 stars because I LOVE their frozen mimosa/blue moon* def get this soooo good Food is good but had the hot chicken sandwich twice in the last week and both times the chicken was merely there. Super skinny and just not much to it for $17.... Also like that it's baby friendly and has a huge outdoor patio for nice weather Frozen moon/patio 10/10 Chicken sandwich- really skinny chicken/big bread twice in one wk :( read more

We really enjoyed this place. Wish the seating arrangement outside was a little better and didn't feel stuck and not being to get back in the restaurant or have the servers have a little bit of a hard time getting us our food. The food however was delicious. We had frickles, chips & queso, chicken and waffles & the fry creek breakfast with our mimosas. read more

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A friend and I met up for drinks Memorial Day Weekend and wanted to try a new place so we stopped into Onion Creek Cafe. We loved the casual outdoor patio seating and the friendliness of everyone at the bar. While there, we tried the frozen mango mimosa, the frozen bomb pop slush, a Deep Eddy Grapefruit w/ club Soda, a drink of the bartenders choice and a chocolate chip cookie. The frozen drinks were on happy hour so very reasonably priced but we didn't like any of the ones we tried. They seemed to be lacking in flavor and tasted mostly like ice. The drink made by the bartender was fun and tasty! I loved just telling the bartender what type of drink I was looking for and then knowing what to make. I have to admit though... the cookie was the best thing of the night! The cookie was soft and full of chocolate chunks... yum! The bartender i ordered with (not the one shown in the photos) was so much fun to chat with and very friendly! He made drinks quickly and kept the line moving. Overall, this was a fun place that I'd go back to but next time I'd try more of the food! read more

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The Onion Creek Cafe was a pleasant surprise for brunch today. The food was delicious; the beverages were strong; great service; the atmosphere lovely and the music was fantastic! I highly recommend it and will bring out-of-town guests. Bon appetite! read more

My friends & I came by after an early meeting to grab a bite to eat. Our customer service was not so welcoming. I'm guessing it was not a good day or not everybody are morning people due to my service not being so great. The food didn't take long! It came out pretty fast but when being asked questions on about the menu our server was very rude with their responses as if they did not want to be there at all. We never got checked on again after seating & quit frankly it felt they did not want us in there anymore. We sat & ate a bit & sadly just left without finishing our food or getting a to go box. Everyone has their own experiences & I hope yours is better than mines was! read more

I like places like this....great food, good vibe, fun energy. Came here for Sunday brunch with some friends. The weather was nice so we sat outside. I had chicken and waffles, which was a good choice. The chicken was really good, the waffles were okay but overall really enjoyed it. I wish we had places like this in NYC. It was such a relaxing meal, there was a DJ, a lot of friendly dogs....I could have hung out all afternoon. read more

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Been here many times and a beloved staple of the White Oaks area. It's become our brunch spot for morning runs and special events like White Linen Night or group meetups. Good amount of seating on the outside patio and can definitely get busy at night or morning brunch times. (Parking can be limited for the area but Onion creek always has their own which is very appreciated) The service has always been pretty good, bartenders tend not to be chatty/friendly but are very efficient and I liked that. The runner's bowl I got this time was good but would like it more if the sausage wasn't burnt. The décor and the ambiance is comfortable and overall a great place for a drink on the patio and weekend hangout. Dog friendly as well. read more

Onion Creek Cafe - Runner's bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Delicious food and friendly staff. Loved the outdoor seating area. The apricot tea was a wonderful twist.

The frickles here are the best thing on the menu hands down. All other things are great as well and they have awesome vibes here. Good pricing as well. read more

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In a foodie city like Houston there is often a lot of turnover on the restaurant scene, however, Onion Creek is not one of those places. I'm not sure when it opened, just that it's been here for quite some time, and for good reason. The bar/restaurant offers a great atmosphere both inside and out, with a super cute outdoor patio (with plenty of shade) as well as a comfortable eclectic ambiance indoors. The menu is superior to that of a typical bar food menu, with plenty of options for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. The cheeseburgers I've had were all really tasty, and the fried chicken sandwich was good but a bit on the dry side. Honestly I think it would be improved with the buffalo sauce they offer but I forgot to ask for it. My husbands ranchero salad was substantial, with a very poblano forward flavor. For desserts we have tried the churros (which I got with a coffee and baileys) as well as the cheesecake. Both the desserts were just fine. I'm a bit of a cheesecake snob myself (I prefer dense and dry NY style cheesecake) so I probably won't order that particular dessert again for myself. With regards to service, our food and drink have always come out pretty quickly, so can't complain there. In my experience the bartenders taking orders are not a very chatty bunch and have not been particularly friendly. It's possible I've just caught them all on an off day, so will be happy to update this review in future if that changes. We definitely will be back! read more

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I haven't experienced that many flies in a long time. Outside and inside. Enough said.

The OK: You order and pay at the bar (first) then take a number and they bring the food out to you. The Good: Friendly service Expansive menu Reasonably priced A LOT of outdoor seating There's a parking lot as well as free street parking The Bad: Although we were sitting outdoors, there was someone who was smoking right by the door. So anytime we wanted to go inside to add to our order, get napkins etc, we had to go through a puff of smoke. I assume that they allow smoking outdoors (although I didn't see anyone else doing it) because none of the staff said anything to the patron. read more

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Came here for my cousin birthday . He wanted to watch the Texans play . They have plenty of screens to catch any sporting event going on . I had the Triple bypass burger . Which you have to order inside . Ordering food takes place inside . There are no waiters or waitress here .. back to the burger . I was outta there trying to finish it . Burger was huge . Had lettuce, sriracha mayo, challah bun, Bacon, fried egg, cheddar cheese, tomato, red onion. See picture I uploaded for better details . Plenty of outside seating and Also some inside seating as well . read more

Great place for a lazy mid-day lunch. Roll out of bed, throw on something comfortable and head to Onion Creek for burgers and a beer. If you don't expect much from service you'll enjoy your visit. Docked a star cause the draught beer is almost warm. It's been like that for years. The other star is because there is minimal table service. Burgers are great and the lunch atmosphere is relaxing. read more

Onion Creek Cafe - The Triple Bypass Burger - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Love the mango mimosa with the crawfish!!! My favorite Friday type of night!! Great service and hangout spot even with kids!

Good food and good service. I'm giving it a 4/5 because it can be quite difficult to find parking and the long waits. You have to order your food at the bar and depending the day you go, it can be very very busy. However, I love eating out on the patio and the band is always great to listen to. read more

Onion Creek Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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