We had dinner at Pecos Grilling on a Friday night. I called ahead to see if they had a full bar…read more Whoever answered the phone said there were open seats. Ummm... I re-asked several different ways and finally got what I was looking for! We waited about 5 minutes. We ordered a drink at the bar and then got sat. Once sat, our waitress acknowledged us about 3-5 minutes later. We ordered 2 waters, a coke and cheese sticks. The coke came first. The cheese sticks about 5 minutes later, then the water about 10 minutes later. Our waitress stopped by before the water got there to see if we were ready to order. We didn't even have water yet! The place was pretty busy. Our waitress just struggled to keep up with her tables. There was another waitress who was more experienced that jumped in and helped us. We finally were able to order our dinner. The cook, or someone, came out to tell us they were out of the cut of meat we ordered. This was a disappointment because we were here to celebrate my other half's birthday. So it wasn't off to a great start. We picked something else and by the time we got our food, it was cold. (Can you hear the heavy sigh?) The manager offered to take care of my meal, but I'm not about getting a free meal. I ended up letting him give us a discount. He was very nice and really tried to make things right. So, with all the things that went wrong, I am willing to give this place a try again.

Well I went with an open mind and did not let some of the reviews sway my opinions. I noticed some…read moreof the were older any way. I'm glad we went. It was delicious. Things may have changed since some of these diners reviewed but our whole party had great things to say. We all agreed we would go again at another time. We were lucky enough to get Megan as our server and she was phenomenal. Great asset to this business. She took the time to go over and give recommendations. It was our first time there. Very family friendly and the decor was well done. They offer a small bar in the front as you enter the restaurant for those who might want appetizers and watch a game and hangout. They appear to have a private room off to the side that holds about 50 people that they offer with a guarantee that you will spend a certain amount of money. We would def try again when we are in the area. Nice job Pecos Grilling Co. Wish you lots of success and lots more visitors to come your way. You are doing things right.

This part of Tomball is adorable as a whole and Graze fits right into the local vibe. We came here…read morefor brunch before checking out the Saturday Farmers Market in the area. My Corned Beef Hash hit the spot. The rye bread and potatoes are the perfect accompaniment to the corned beef and, of course, the egg. The portion was generous, I brought my left overs home, re-heated it in a skillet and added an egg since I ate all of the eggs it was served with. It was just as tasty the second time. I also enjoyed the Corpse Reviver cocktail. They showcase their craft cocktails, but there are craft beer and wine offerings as well.

Nice little spot, especially to meet up with friends for lunch…read more Great location with parking in the public lot across the street. Very tastefully decorated. Greeted and seated immediately when we came in. Waitstaff was attentive without being overwhelming. Portions are not huge, so don't think you'll have to leave and unbuckle a notch on your belt (if you know what I mean). Food was delicious, though. The fried brussels sprouts (on the appetizer menu) were amazing! Dining companion had a salad that looked just right for lunch. A quaint restaurant with a varied menu and good service. What's not to like? And I love supporting local businesses!

The Tuscan Chicken fire grilled pizza was PERFECTION!! The…read morecozy vibe was on point. Served with a kind smile.

Waiting time: the wait is to long even with a reservation and the way the hostess just doesn't have…read moreany pep or rush is wild Ambience: I guess it's ok when the staff isn't yelling at customers and each other maybe the managers should consider not yelling at employees so loud the mess up dinner Price: to much for listening to staff bicker like kids. I could have listened to toddlers argue at home for much less money.

Cozy warm and inviting This was my first visit; I have to say phenomenal is an understatement!…read moreHarrison is over attentive like that's possible in the service industry! Lol. The empanada sampler that I had was amazing I had Italian, mushroom, spinach and spicy chopped beef; they were each beautiful in their own right. The chimichurri is authentic perfection. I look forward to providing a follow up review when I bring my girlfriend here for dinner.

This is a cute family-run restaurant full of customers on a Saturday night. There was only 1…read morewaiter servicing the whole place so be patient. We didn't get to try a lot of items on their menu so my impression is limited to what we ordered. For appetizers, we had a variety of empanadas (spicy ground beef, chicken chipotle, italian, fugazetta). All are very tasty and probably one of the best items they have. The chimichurri that comes with them is a stand-out. We had the platter of mixed meats (parrillada che gaucho) that included 3 kinds of sausages, chicken breast, sweetbread, short rib, flank and skirt steaks. The sausages were good, the chicken was standard grilled chicken breast and the beef cuts were pretty tough (our knives had a really hard time cutting through them). Again, the chimichurri is the star and makes the meats much better. It came with 2 sides so we chose asparagus and fries tossed in garlic+parsley. For dessert, we had an apple maple empanada and a banana dulce de leche empanada with ice cream. Both are delicious but that banana one is a must-try. Fabulous.

I have been coming here since I was wee. This used to be one of the go-to spots for my family when…read morewe would go out on weekends in Tomball growing up. We had actually started going to the original building before it burned down. I do think there is quite a change in the food from the original to the newer. But still very very good. This trip three was on the way to camping at the Texas Renaissance Festival. We wanted to get a quick meal in before we went off the grid. We ended up splitting a large chicken fried steak. As you can see from the pictures, large doesn't even do it justice. It covers a whole giant oval plate, and the sides are served in bowls on top of the steak as if it were a platter itself. This thing is massive, and can feed a family of four, or two. Really hungry adults. Their biscuits are also fantastic. Highly recommend some of those to go. The mac and cheese is pretty standard. The other side that we had this time was their daily special sweet potato crumble. It was very tasty! This place was pretty packed on a Friday afternoon, so I imagine peak times are equally or more so. There's a small lot in the front and more parking in the rear. The service was pretty quick, so I appreciated that. The staff was very knowledgeable on the food, and provide great suggestions. We didn't get any dessert this time, but it did look pretty good. Something to think about if you're coming through Tomball.

Stopped in last weekend. Haven't been in about a year…read more Great staff. Friendly. The chicken fried steak looks the same. Crisp, well fried, and plentiful. But it has remarkably zero taste. Even the gravy has absolutely no taste or flavor. The presentation is still the same, but it tastes nothing like it used to taste. I'm guessing they're trying to save money against inflation by taking all the seasoning out of the prep or something. It's been a good while, but the last time I was there it tasted the same when we cooked it back in 1985. But they've evidently taken all the prep out of both the steak and the gravy now. So weird.

Always good food here! The staff are always very friendly and helpful. And they do not take much…read moretime to get it served up! Try some of their specials. They're called special for a good reason! I've been eating here for many years and I plan to be back soon!

I love the name so I had to try the ribs lol The line was long and it was hard to find a table but…read morewe got one so be prepared for that. I enjoyed my ribs. The meat fell off the bone so it was perfect! My green beans were good but the fruit wasn't sweet. I should've gotten a different side but I was full by the time I tried it and didn't want to deal with the line again. My husband had the chopped beef potato and he was happy. Brisket bombs are spicy but worth it. Overall not a bad experience.

Had our deer processed here... we did ground meat with brisket and jalapeño and cheese sausage…read more.... and it is phenomenal!!'

All I can say is Australian beef Plenty of meat selections…read moreincluding processing your own We always come back for the bacon

I haven't been here in several years. I had 1/2 & 1/2 Spaghetti with Meatballs and Italian…read moreSausage. It was pretty good with very thick and rich sauce. There was an unusual herb in the sauce, but otherwise it was pretty good. My wife had their Lasagna and said it was also pretty good. Very large portions.

What a gem in Tomball. This family owned establishment shined from the home baked bread to the…read moredesserts made in house. The house salad with the creamy italian rocked. My husband had the special with beef tips and linguine. I chose the fettuccine carbonara. What I liked most is that they had a normal and a small portion. Trust me the small portion was plenty. I just had to try one of those desserts. The coconut cake with pineapple sauce was on point and I took a few biscotti's that Roberta the owner suggested would go perfect with my coffee in the morning, They have a full bar and a nice wine list. Jayden was our server and was so pleasant and helpful. I enjoyed that the acoustics allowed me to actually have a conversation. If you are looking for a wonderful meal at a reasonable price don't miss Gianna's

This place is an institution in the Creekside area but I had not tried it out. We went for a…read morebirthday dinner. This is a detailed review. TL:DR it is a solid choice for a special experience and a great steak. I would go again. We started off with a couple of mocktails: The Blood Orange Fizz and the mint virgin Old Fashioned. The Old Fashioned was a very tasty concoction--no alcohol burn of course but it captured the sharpness of an Old Fashioned and I really liked the mint. The Blood Orange Fizz was a mild disappointment--it had very little fizz and really needed it. Flavor was OK but not as good flat. We later got a bourbon flight, which was delivered by the bourbon sommelier and was quite fun. For starters we got a wedge salad, the Steakhouse Meatballs, and the Bacon Wrapped Scallops. The salad was fine, a standard garden salad with nice fresh ingredients. The meatballs were excellent--a steak and pork belly blend with a blueberry pepper sauce with onion strings. Great texture, lots of umami and good salt flavor. I absolutely want these next time. Same with the bacon wrapped scallops. They come on a bed of 3-cheese grits that were wonderfully creamy. The sauce has just a little heat. The scallops and bacon were cooked just right. Their seafood entrees are served over these grits, and though we didn't get any seafood I would try some next time for the grits. On to the mains: We had the Refuge Filet, the New York Strip, the Wood-fired Chicken, and the pork chop. The Refuge Filet was the highlight--the jalapeno, bacon and bleu cheese really complement the steak flavor. The steak was impeccably tender and done just right. The New York Strip was also very good. I am not a fan of this cut--when I cook it at home it's always tough. But their version is reasonably tender and has great flavor from the tallow butter they put on it. The steaks came with mashed potatoes that were pretty bland and ordinary. The wood-fired chicken was tender and had good flavor. It is marinated in lemon but we couldn't really taste it except in the bed of risotto. The risotto was quite good, nice and creamy. The pork chop was complicated. It had a tender uniform texture all the way through and nice flavor. I couldn't find any grain in it, almost like it was a fine grind. The sauce was ok, a bit one-note sweet for me. Different from and perhaps better than Perry's chop, but I think I would try something else next time. These dishes came with Apple-Bacon Brussels Sprouts and roasted carrots. The brussels sprouts were a disappointment. Might have known since it's misspelled on the menu. The brussels sprouts were barely cooked and quite tough, with too much of the bottom stem left on, adding to the bitterness. The roast carrots were fine. Since we had a birthday in the party we were treated to a special dessert. Birthday dessert at The Refuge has two major advantages--a nice tableside presentation of bread pudding flambe, and no annoying birthday song. Yay! Definitely tell them it's your birthday. The dessert is a banana bread pudding topped with ice cream. Rather uniform texture but good flavor and excellent with the ice cream. The ambiance is appropriately dark and sumptuous for a fancy steakhouse. The bathrooms are upscale, with available cloth towels. Service was fine but at a pretty relaxed pace, I definitely felt ready for the next course before it came. But we at times requested things from waiters other than the one waiting our table, and they responded immediately--good teamwork. This is not a bargain place, but we got out for under $100 apiece which I actually think is pretty good for an end-to-end meal. If you go to a steakhouse for steaks, you will do well at The Refuge.

We have wanted to check out this spot for some time now, so we stopped by on a Friday evening for…read moredinner and the live music. Upon arrival we noticed the live music was held on the outside patio that's shared with some other neighboring restaurants. We approached the hostess and requested to sit outside however she stated there were no open tables. I asked if we could be notified when a table opened and she stated yes. In the meantime we sat in the bar area. A gentleman approached us initially to take our drink order, then he switched with another waitress. The restaurant was really nice with dim lighting that sets the tone for an intimate date night. We ordered a wedge salad, crab cakes, steak, fries, and mac n cheese. Presentation of the food was really nice and overall the food was decent. We anticipated this steakhouse being comparable to a Perry's or Kirby's, however customer service and food quality did not meet the bar as we expected. There were a few tables that opened up outside however the hostess never informed us that we could move to the patio. That was disappointing as we mainly came for the music. But overall it was a decent experience.

Let me start off by saying I outgrew the whole steakhouse thing years ago. Between leveling up my…read moreown culinary game in the kitchen and raising a kid who can sear a steak Gordon Ramsay would tip his hat to (literally), I usually prefer to do steak at home. But tonight? Tonight, I was feeling a Forks Up! moment. So, with a spin of the Google Maps wheel, Texas Roadhouse it was. Plus, the ladies said their bodies were due for some iron, LOL. And let me tell you... this visit just might have brought the steakhouse back into the rotation. Between the food and the service, I was impressed and I'd 1000% come back, especially if I know Jessica and Smiley are on deck. The night started on the right note the moment Jessica greeted us. She was instantly down to have a little fun while we filmed some clips for the night and Smiley, the manager, was totally game too. I asked Jessica for the "most popular" and "least popular" appetizers. Most popular? You guessed it: the legendary Cactus Blossom. Least popular? The Rattlesnake Bites, which honestly, weren't bad at all, but probably not an encore performance for me. And we didn't even make it far before the heavenly combo of those warm rolls and cinnamon butter started shrinking our appetites anyway. Dangerous. Then came the feast -- steak, more steak, shrimp, ribs, salads, rice... a full-blown carnivorous celebration. Every single cut of meat came out perfectly cooked. And not "good-for-a-chain" perfect, I mean legit steakhouse quality. Texas Roadhouse showed out on this night, no question. Now, huge shoutout to my girl Jessica. Even if the food hadn't hit (which it did), I still would've walked out with a smile. Her energy, timing, and genuine hospitality are exactly what I wish more restaurants had. She made it feel like dinner at a friend's house where everything just clicks because the vibe is right. So major thanks to Smiley and the whole crew for a killer dinner and even better service. Can't wait to drop the video on socials -- and you already know who we're asking for when we come back!

Great American comfort food and decent cuts of steak for the price. If it is a holiday, definitely…read moreget on the wait list because the waiting area is narrow. If you are solo and go mid-week, head straight to the bar for faster service and some hot rolls. If you do not want the cinnamon butter for your rolls make sure you ask before they bring them out.