What an amazing time we had. Drew was our server and he did an outstanding job. We never wanted for anything. His service was impeccable. The food was great as usual and the restaurant was decorated all festive for the holidays. The ambiance was very family friendly. read more

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Everything we ate here was top notch fried pickles and jalapeños; Came with ranch and horseradish sauce. Perfectly fried and the sauce was 10/10. Chicken fried steak; a fan favorite. So tender, well seasoned, and huge. Fried shrimp with blackened fish; shrimp had good batter, slightly tough but delicious. Fish was the star, so perfectly cooked. We got broccoli cheddar rice and macaroni. I could have eaten just sides and still ranked this place 5 stars. read more

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It has been a while since my last review so I thought I would update it. Not much has changed which is good. My most recent visit was for the chicken fried steak entree that comes with mashed potatoes and gravy and with a side salad for $18. The salad was still good but I noticed that it no longer comes with shredded cheese on top like my picture of it from 7 years ago. Too bad. The CFS was large on the plate and tasted good along with the spuds. This is one of the better CFS's in the area. The waitress was prompt and friendly. Pappy's is a good place to eat. read more

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Love the food here. The pork chops are amazing. Fried catfish the best I've ever eaten. I could go on & on. Fresh delicious food. It's always clean & the wait staff are very friendly. read more

Mixed fajitas for one. The fajitas were definitely tasty, however, the rice was undercooked and the beans were bland. Server was nice and attentive. read more

Pappy's Cafe - Mixed fajitas for one - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

There are a lot of different food spots to choose from in the Energy Corridor. This was one of the only restaurants that was still open for different past 8 PM. I was surprised to see that it was EMPTY for dinner when I came by at 7:45. There were probably 4 other guests in the whole restaurant. I sat down at the bar area and Michael came to take care of me. Service was a bit slow which was surprising because no one else was there... took a while to get my water and to place my order. I got the Chicken Florentine with the Texas Smashed Potatoes and Fried Okra. I then couldn't pass up homemade blackberry cobbler for dessert which hit home with a nice scoop of vanilla on top! There's plenty of bar seating and regular dining, it was just quiet and slow. Seems like a good local watering hole to check out. read more

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Saturday lunchtime called for a visit to Pappy's Cafe! We ordered onion strings, shrimp fajitas, & chicken fajita taco salad. The onion strings were crispy. The shrimp were cooked just right. The taco salad is kinda like a giant chalupa -lettuce, beans, cheese, pico, quac, & chicken fajita meat on top. We enjoyed our lunch. Service was fast & friendly. The manager stopped by to check on us to thank us for coming in. That was nice. read more

Service was very good here as is the atmosphere. Had the chicken fried steak and ribs/sausage plate. The portions are big and everything was really tasty. The ribs were super tender. read more

Pappy's Cafe - Chicken fried steak / ribs and sausage plate - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

I ate lunch at Pappy's weekly when they were still located a few miles east. Loved it then and love it now. I ordered the blackened catfish about 80% of the time and on Wednesdays it comes topped with crawfish etouffe. Wednesdays are great days. The daily soups are good also. Crawfish bisque and cream of poblano are especially good. I'm in much less frequently these days but always enjoy it. Owners name is Paul. Good dude. read more

Public Service announcement!! If Erica is bartending make sure you get a seat at her bar!! The bartender Erica is amazing, we came for a relaxed evening and is super friendly and welcoming offering great conversation and yummy drinks while making sure the whole bars cared for. The wait staff is awesome and very friendly too. Even when crammed with work they never make you feel bad for a question and offer a smile. The foods always that home comfort goodness and the atmosphere is a western home. It's clean and they have great music playing. My only complaint is the actual manager working tonight. I had to ask because all of the workers were busting their butts and working really hard and Dave sat at the front not helping at all which seemed really weird for a manager to not help. Normally places I go to if things need any help the managers don't have an issue. He comes across as lazy and disinterested so if you ever need a manager hope DAVE isn't working. I still am giving it five stars because other than the uncaring lazy manager the workers food and drinks were awesome and I will definitely return to sit at the bar with Erica and have my margarita. read more

Pappy's Cafe - Margarita on the rocks - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

My sister and I have been coming to Pappy's as long as they have been around. We decided on stopping by to pick up lunch on the way home. I ordered chicken fried chicken and she got chicken fried steak. They usually give a couple small containers of gravy so we asked for extra (as we have done for many years). I went in to pick up the order and was charged an additional $2.99, twice, for two larger containers of gravy. It really rubbed me the wrong way and made me pretty upset. The bartender said she was "told" to charge us for them. Didn't need tons of gravy and certainly not $6 worth. Very disappointed. Usually one of my favorite restaurants. read more

Food is as good a southern cooking as out there. Staff is super friendly. If you want good chicken fried steak or tenders or a fried anything, this is for you. Really good cream gravy is hard to find and they have it. read more

We have been here several times and have never been disappointed. The burgers, steak fingers, and tacos are all very good and the service is always great! The dining room also has the feel of a lodge - warm and inviting. We will definitely return. read more

Pappy's Café is an excellent place to visit many times because they have an extensive menu. This is the second time that someone in our group has had the Bunless Wonder which is a large Patty of moist beef on lettuce with a variety of ingredients on top. It includes a side. I had the creamy coleslaw, which is excellent. The coffee is good. I did not have dessert this time, but they have a variety of desserts served with ice cream. The service is excellent. We never wanted for anything. It is also a unique café because of the variety of Western items everywhere. read more

Pappy's Cafe - Bun less wonder with creamy coleslaw - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

I eat here frequently with my boss and other coworkers. The food is great and the menu is varied. The service is excellent, all servers are very personable and knowledgeable of the menu. They know we need to get back to work and make sure to get the food and check out quickly, but not so quick that we feel rushed. read more

Terry was AMAZING! Hands down the best service we've had in a long time. Super friendly, on top of everything, and made the whole experience so fun. The food was also incredible--every bite was delicious. Especially The chicken fried chicken was out of this world! We left full, happy, and already planning our next visit. Thanks, Terry! read more

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I've been to Pappy's a few times now. It's very close to where I live which makes it super convenient. I usually start with the fried onions or the fried pickles. Fried onions - they are the thin and crispy fried onions. They are very good and seasoned perfectly. They serve them with ranch, and I believe that the ranch is homemade. It doesn't taste anything like bottled ranch. Fried pickles - They are some of the best fried pickles around. Always fried perfectly, and seasoned perfectly. The only issue that I've ever had with them is, that the ones on the bottom that sit in the oil do get pretty soggy. For my meal, I've tried a few different things. I've tried the chicken fried steak, ribeye steak, BLT, chopped steak and a few others that I don't remember. Most items are pretty solid. Chicken Fried Steak - not the best, but not bad either. It's good enough to where this is the meal that I've ordered the most. One thithing is, it has A LOT of batter. The cream gravy is also good and compliments the steak well. Ribeye Steak - its not bad, but I'd have to say, if you want to good ribeye, this is not the place to go. I do feel that's to be expected. I'm sure that not a lot of people would think that this would be the place to go get a great steak. It wasn't bad for the price, you get what you pay for. BLT - I've had mixed experiences. One time it was great! The next time I couldn't really eat it. The bacon was so hard that it was shredding the top of my mouth. It was painful to eat. Maybe I went on a bad day the 2nd time. I will give them another chance on the BLT because the 1st one was so good, and, believe it or not, it's hard to find a good BLT. Chopped Steak - as far as chopped steaks, it did the job. It's served with onion gravy. It didn't knock my socks off, but I also don't have any complaints. I usually get a side salad, mashed potatoes and green beans. All are a good choice. The service Is always good. All and all, Pappy's is a solid 4 stars. Good comfort food for a decent price. read more

My family has been coming to Pappy's for 30 years now (before I was even born)! We use to go to the old location down further west on I-10 every Friday! The restaurant was pretty busy on a Saturday night but it wasn't too loud and our table to easily hear each other. Our server was so sweet and attentive. Our drinks always stayed full and anything extra we needed was brought so quickly. My family ordered the chicken fried steak, hickory burger, Bubba's chicken, and too many sides to count. All delicious!! Since they moved, we haven't gone much because it's not as close, but boy, we should start making the drive. I forgot how much I LOVE their food. read more

The service was great and food was superb! Decent cost too. I've been dreaming about the blackberry cobbler since I ate there! Will visit again soon. Oh! Why aren't they on uber eats or Grubhub?!? Or something?! read more

This place has some of the best comfort food that I've tasted. It is seasoned very well. I had the kids chicken fried steak. Add an additional side. It was way more than enough to fill meup for lunch. My server was Alexa and she was so great at explaining the menu because it was my first time here. She said everything was delicious. I would have loved to try it all but I have a very small appetite so that means I will have to keep coming back. It has western theme and I see they also have a ln additional dining area which looks great for a large parties read more

We were really surprised by how good the food was at Pappys! I got the guacamole burger, and my husband got the grilled salmon with the broccoli and creamed spinach sides. He said the flavor of the salmon was really delicious; it was just a bit small, he wished it had been bigger for the price (which I think was around $15). It was 6 oz of salmon. But my guacamole burger was unbelievably delicious! The bun was so thick and squishy, the grilled onions were perfection, there was generous portions of every ingredient, and the flavor was fantastic. We agreed we are already planning on going back there this weekend! I want to try everything on their menu! read more

Pappy's Cafe - The Guacamole Burger in the background, and the Grilled Salmon in the foreground with broccoli and creamed spinach sides. - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

The food was good, the service was prompt and the staff was friendly. Plan to go back soon!

Yummy! Service was EXCELLENT! Said I was there for the first time and they gave me a tray of some of their food! Peaceful and Texan in there, would come again with the family. read more

Food was great and tasty. Great customer service and the price was reasonable, I will definitely go back there again. Love it. read more

Our traditional Friday night go to post gymnastic meal. Mac n Cheese is always on point! Chicken Fried Chicken and Chickem Fries steak never disappoints. Poblano soup is amazing and staff is the friendliest. Creamed spinach and mashed potatoes are another Favorite. And the salads are so satisfying. read more

I love going to this place at lunch is quick and convenient. Food is amazing. I would highly suggest anyone go here for a good meal.

Tried this all American food but wasn't exactly impressed. Shrimp po-boy was good but not great.

Seven of us met at Pappy's on Saturday, June 21, 2025, for lunch and we had a wonderful time. The service was outstanding (thanks to our server, Shelly), everyone enjoyed what was ordered (quite a variety -- fried jalapenos/mushrooms, guacamole, pork chop, soft tacos, grilled chicken caesar, etc.) and we all had cobbler for dessert. Delicious! Thanks to Pappy's wait staff and kitchen staff for making our get together so enjoyable. For the record, Pappy's was a go-to place for me for many years while we were living in Spring Branch. Hadn't been in a while, but it's still a great place to dine. read more

I love Pappy's. I eat there several times a week. Not only do I enjoy many items on their extensive menu, but the wait staff if very efficient and friendly! A special shout out to server Michael!! He's the best, but there are others who are quite good!! read more

Wow! What an amazing dining experience! Terry was our server and he was so upbeat and friendly! The food was outstanding! They even serve $4 margaritas everyday, all day. And let me tell you, they are awesome! Terry gave us a sample of the mango Rita and it was so tasty with a slight kick of heat! Iced tea is also on par and the fried mushrooms and jalapeños were great (not pre-fab food from Sysco, but as Houston old timers will know, as fabulous as Mama's and The Strawberry Patch). Terry also stuffed us with samples of the gumbo, crawfish topping they were serving on top of red fish, and cheesy bacon grits! Oh my gosh, oh my gosh! For our actual meal, I had the bunless burger and fried okra and hubs had the chicken tender platter with waffle fries. The fries were actually cooked and crunchy with flavor (not like wimpy, flavorless ones from that drive through chicken place). And he had cream gravy. He was in heaven. To add more calories to our meal, because it felt like we were on vacation, I ordered key lime pie. Let me tell you that is not my favorite dessert, BUT this, too was over the top! The thick graham cracker crust had pecans in it and the lime flavor was soft and balanced, not sour. The healthy dose of whipped cream served with it was spot on, fresh and perfect. Give it a try! Maybe I'll see you there because I am going to be a "frequent flyer" of Pappy's! read more

Great service--friendly, attentive. Great for the fam. Sad to know it moved from the old location, but glad I can still go to Pappy's.

What a great find! Located in a very industrial area, this place is a gem. The menu is very diverse so even the pickiest of eaters can find something. My husband ordered the chopped steak, it was a huge portion, cooked perfectly and came with 2 delicious sides. I over indulged in the onion strings (big portion and so good) so I had the vegetable plate. 3 veggies for $8.99 wasn't the best deal but the veggies were good. The coleslaw was a little bland. We wanted to have dessert (the pictures on Yelp looked great) but we were too full. We will definitely be back to try more items! James is a doll! Such fast and friendly service from him. read more

This place is one of those that give out a lasting impressing even if you don't come often. Everything is so good and the fried items come out super crispy. From what I remembered, service was very fast and the whole place feels very homey. Chicken fried chicken and chicken fried steak were both amazing and I could safely say if I'm not trying to lose weight, I will be here way more often! read more

It's a texas themed cafe. Went on Sat for lunch. Lots of brunch people. Waiters were friendly and service was good. Food is ok. Had BLT, lots of bacon but very crispy so it crumbled in and fell out of the sandwich. Fries needed a little more cooking. My son happy with his burger. 5 stars for service, 3 stars for food read more

I was part of a large group, 17 people. We were placed in a semi-private room. There was a table of 10 other folks already seated. They were incredibly loud and it was nearly unbearable to eat in there for many of us in my group. Thankfully once they got their food they tapered it down a bit. The restaurant itself was very decorative and quaint. Perhaps another day in the main dining area may have fared better. I ordered the eggs benedict and was not impressed at all. Eggs benedict is always my go-to for breakfast. The hollandaise sauce look like it had been sitting on the egg for a time. The flavor was the worst eggs benedict I've ever had. The hash browns were not chris, but watery. Our waitress did Hustle and take the best care of us that she could so I will give credit for that. read more

Never disappointed with Pappy's Cafe. Food and drinks are always delicious. Stop by to say hello to Erica (bartender) she's great!

The food always is great! The bartender (wish I remembered her name) was such a gem! We enjoyed her company while sitting at the bar. We have also have eaten in the dining area and it is too, a great experience. read more

Cozy cabin style restaurant with full bar and TVs. Home style cooking that was true comfort food. We had cocktails, chicken fried chicken, a mushroom Swiss burger and the kids catfish. Everything was top notch. The wait staff and owner were friendly, helpful, and made it a great experience. Well will def be back! read more

Everything was great. From the service to the food. Nice atmosphere, just a good place to eat. Only one thing was the hostess didn't seem to understand her job. We weren't greeted well and after we told her how many in our party seemed kept talking to another employee as if we weren't there. We weren't even walked to our table just pointed to our table. read more

I had Hawaiian Chicken. It was so tough, I thought about becoming vegan! My husband had Shrimp Fajitas. He said they were also tough, but choked them down. Another friend had a ribeye steak and said it was very poorly cooked. Maybe it is better if you get a chicken fried steak, but we won't be returning! read more