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    4.3 (145 reviews)

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Hog Heaven
    Candice D.

    The strawberry mango margarita was actually the best thing and definitely a 5/5. It was strong, sweet and definitely hit the spot. The $6 happy hour price made it even better. The food though was limited and nothing I'd return for. The rib plate was dry. The difference between regular fries and the special only looked and tasted like pepper to me. My Moms plate of loaded fries, she left on the plate and my teens chicken sandwich he said he'd go back for. I will say his sandwich was big; but for $50 it wasn't worth it. Staff was nice and the place was empty.

    Chicken Sandwich
    Jennifer G.

    Excellent chicken! Crispy, flavorful, and you can pick your own heat level. Sides range from Fries, Coleslaw, Mac and Cheese, and Dragon Fries. Tenders by themselves, paired with ribs, or in a sandwich. Everything looked and tasted great! Service was excellent and restaurant super clean!

    Jesus D.

    Love love the chicken Crispy juicy and very much to our liking Service is excellent as you order from the counter and everything is brought to the table of your choice They also check on you whether you need a drink refill even though there is a fountain And after the meal, they will bust the table for you

    Chantel C.

    Stopped in for some lunch. I ordered the Chicken and waffles with fries. I got the chicken mild spice level and it was perfect. It had a nice seasoning to it with the right amout of spice. The waffle was fluffy with a cinnamon butter on top. Food came out quick and we had at least 3 people who checked on us during our dining experience.

    House salad with chicken
    Kat L.

    So we pass by here everytime to do our shopping. This establisment is right on the main street as we live just off one of the subdivisions in the area. Today we decided to have our lunch here and we were pleased with how this place is set-up. I honestly, didn't realize my first review didn't post. So this is our 5th time here and today I ordered the chicken salad. I am very surprised, it is good and very filling. You guessed right, the chicken was good

    Caesar Wrap and macaroni
    Monique M.

    This place was nice to go to. Their chicken sandwich was really good and the wrap that I bought was good and fresh. I ordered a side of macaroni and I must say, it DID NOT DISAPPOINT!! Very creamy and good! The restaurant and restroom was also very clean!I'd definitely come back.

    This is part of the lunch special The tenders were great. The coating makes it. It's almost tempura like.
    Jennifer S.

    A must try. This was our first time and we will definitely be back. The breading/coating in their tenders is like no other. Very light and crispy. The spice blend was on point. We both got mild.

    Two trendies, full slab of pork ribs.
    Josh M.

    A little bit skeptical pulling up and seeing a nearly empty parking lot at 6pm dinner time. After eating the food I'm astonished that this place isn't slammed pack. Ordered food at the front cafeteria style, grab a number and they bring the food out to you. A bit pricy for what it is IMO. But the ribs had a nice spice to them and VERY tender. The chicken was flavorful and FRESH. I'd be weary to order the spice past the normal as I think it will take away from the good flavor of the meats. Service was quick and the place filled up later on. Maybe we just got there early. Worth a revisit and get their special sauce. It's like Canes but not so sweet.

    Hog Heaven
    Darryl W.

    So...this is a quick bite kind of day! If you want something hot, delicious, and inexpensive then Hog Heaven at the Cookshack is the way to go! I ordered online for a pickup and of course it was ready 5 minutes before time...piping hot!! I'm so hungry and can't wait to get home!! You won't be disappointed with the tender rib meat and yes...it's Hog Heaven!!! Enjoy!!

    Hog Heaven
    Cheri B.

    Woah!!! These fries are to die for! They're piled high with pulled pork, cheese, sauce...all the finger-licking things. Chicken tacos are scrumptious with the cool cole slaw and toppings. Mac and cheese was very creamy and fresh. I was in the area for real estate school and this place comes highly recommended. Service was helpful and she made sure to explain everything after asking if it was our first time. Place was packed and TVs were set to all things sports related. We'd definitely return if in the area.

    Dish inspired by Hog Heaven,  prepared at home.
    Forest B.

    Ka-Pow- Yee!! The first fork of the Hog Heaven Special was so spicy and flavorful that I thought I'd been hit in the mouth by Batman! The concept was perfect... spicy barbeque rib bits over coleslaw and a bed of fries. My order was medium heat with Dragon Fries. This was my first visit to the Cook Shack and I was please with the comfortable and welcoming environment. I ordered at the food counter the wandered over to the bar to see what they offered... a good selection of canned, bottled, and draft beers. Several wines and hard liquors were also on display. The rating who have been 5, if not for the bits of burnt rib pieces in my order and the bits of bone in my colleague's order. It's a good practice for restaurants to find use for all food products, but it's not good to add trash to the dishes.

    Sweet Potato Fries
    Bao Tram Q.

    We popped in to the Cook Shack today and we were completely blown away! The food, the service, the ambiance...everything was top notch! We tried the sleezy, the waffles, and just the good ole fashioned tenders and the four of us were stuffed and so happy by the end of the meal. One of the managers even came by to chat with us and surprised my teens with free made in house ice cream sandwiches!! So glad we live so close. Must try: DRAGON FRIES.

    Salad
    Brittany B.

    Proudly displaying their Yelp Top 100 restaurants 2021 logo on their menu, I was jazzed to try this spot. Let's walk through what to expect- Walking in, the restaurant was clean, and menu clear. The customization options were ample (spice levels, sauces,etc)- thank goodness my Cashier Chris was incredibly helpful and happy to recommend a few items. Once you've ordered there are 4 seating options- 1. A main dining area with tables, booths and high tops. The restaurant in it's entirety is decorated in warm woods and metals in neutral brown, rustic tones. 2. A Full bar in corner of the main dining area with 4 TVs to watch the game...nice touch. 3. A smaller indoor/outdoor area. 4. A small outdoor patio. From all locations (apart from the outdoor patio) I could hear country music blaring. From most locations the restaurant feature floor to ceiling windows displaying the beautiful views of the parking lot & Kuykendahl...;). But Honestly, the natural light filters nicely through the restaurant. In terms of food & drink: *next time I'll skip the sweet tea. Although I appreciate the sweetness level (not too sweet), it didn't hit the mark for me (no biggie. The southern sweet tea bar is high). *Chicken & waffles at medium heat with house sauce was alright. It comes with 3 hefty tenders, a side, syrup, and a honey whipped cinnamon butter. Come hungry! *Shack salad- a lighter option, but still huge. It came fresh and the combo is nice. Overall if you're hungry, among the many options in this area, this is a pretty solid stop.

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    This was our first time eating at Cookshack and will be back! The food, service, and ambiance was amazing!! Thank you

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    4 years ago

    The place is great . The chicken and chili fries are feisty. They even have some good chill beer to cool down

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    3 years ago

    Best hot chicken, hands down! Wish they had a New Magnolia location. The employees were kind and quick. Atmosphere was welcoming.

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    4 years ago

    The place was new in Katy, TX. It is great, but the service kept getting orders wrong.

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    4 years ago

    The ribs are moist and tender, the chicken is fantastic, the Mac n cheese is great. All around wonderful.

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    4 years ago

    Incredible! Super great chicken sandwich. Fries were solid but not crazy good. Chicken was so good though.

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    4 years ago

    Amazing food, amazing flavors and amazing staff definitely recommend coming here worth the money and it's a friendly environment

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    I love their chicken fingers, a good thing because that is all they have, understood but don't…read moreagree. I would like a reason to go back more than once a week and so would others I have spoken with but no, that is it. I asked for honey for my fried crispy chicken tender, they said no, so I bring my own, that's right I carry my own honey, did I mention I love honey? Try their BBQ sauce OH WAIT you can't they don't have BBQ sauce. Private label the honey & BBQ sauce? BTW you are the best IMO but need something else. Hey the fries are awesome, very good, like them a lot! Here's the deal MR. Cane, how about adding those items? Make it your own brand like the other guys (Chick Fil A) your tenders are better than the leaders, but you keep your menu to only one visit a week for me, add something...Apple Pie? A lemon pie? Wings? something, just think if you can do that tender so well what about something else to keep us in your restaurant more often, PLEASE!

    Visiting from NC because we love Cane's Chicken, but... lots of room for improvement for the…read morecustomer service experience. While placing my order inside the Kuykendahl Road store, I felt as if I was one part of 3 different conversations being held by the young lady at the register. I had to stop with my order at least 3 times while she spoke with a food deliver driver, another cashier, and a line cook in the back... only to be followed up be the casher (at the top of her lungs) saying I need a "bill check" after I handed her a $50 bill for my order of $47.75. Almost as if cash was a rare commodity. During this process, she did briefly stop having 3 conversations while assisting me, but had to literally step to the back of the store to verify the fifty dollar bill was not counterfeit. I can't imagine how this would play out in the customer service experience and timeline if this is necessary every time a customer pays in cash for an order. I left the store feeling like a transaction vs. a customer from out of state who makes it a point to enjoy Cane's Chicken when I'm in the area. Cane's you can do better. Visit was 9/26/2026 @ 1-:49 am, Check/Receipt #20004

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    While I have never been inside the restaurant and only utilize the drive-thru, the exterior and…read morevisible areas always appear clean and tidy. Additionally, the service representatives in the drive-thru are consistently pleasant, which I truly appreciate. Regarding the food, it is always freshly prepared, well-seasoned, and perfectly crispy. I particularly enjoyed the option to substitute fries for onion rings or corn nuggets, though I did note the $5.00 upcharge for these substitutions. I also noticed a white powder found on all the items that has a unique, tasty flavor--almost like a salt and sugar mix--though I wasn't quite sure what it was. The only negative I've found is that the food does not seem to reheat well, even when using an air fryer. However, when eaten fresh, it is delicious. Thank you for the consistently good service and quality.

    I'm knocking two stars for the time being because of a couple of reasons. But first let me start by…read moresaying that the people who run the place are very nice and welcoming. But their attention to detail and chaotic scene behind the counter caused delays and mess ups on my order two times and they still messed up the when I got it. My wife and I ordered the tilapia and tenders as well as the snapper and wings. These dishes were amazing, first star gets knocked here. When I ordered I asked for the snapper and wings and he rung up snapper and shrimp. No worries I'll tell him to change it, told him and he said no problem. Messed up the order three times and had to remind them every time that it was the wings. My oldest got the chicken sandwich which looked amazing. Here's the second star, I asked them what came on the sandwich which was sauce and lettuce. My daughter is a plain Jane type lady so I asked for no sauce. What do we see when she opens the container? It's absolutely smothered in sauce and lettuce. I had to end up going to the store and buying buns to put tenders on the new bun.

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