The decor is lovely. Our server was knowledgeable and friendly. Several of us ordered many different things. Everything was flavorful and presented so beautifully. The service was extremely efficient. I have to recommend ordering dessert. The portions are huge so you will most likely take most of it home. We all tasted each other's desserts. Every dessert was delicious. My favorites were the chocolate cake and the bread pudding. Many chocolate cakes are dry but this one was extremely moist, full of cocoa flavor, and not sugary sweet. The bread pudding is out of this world. I ordered a bread pudding to take home so my family could enjoy some. I was surprised at the negative review of the bread pudding. The menu clearly states that it's made from croissants. Therefore, the consistency will not be a hearty bread pudding. This place is a winner. Great place to go with friends. read more

LIFE. CHANGING. BREAD. PUDDING. No exaggeration - this dessert deserves its own fan club. That creamy, dreamy sauce it soaked up? Absolute perfection. I almost didn't share... almost. Pulled up during the lunch rush (hello, popularity!) but got seated right away . Service? So sweet and speedy you'd think we were VIPs. Yes, it's a cozy little spot (read: it gets loud when packed), but honestly? That just adds to the charm. The menu is simple -- soups, salads, sammies -- but don't let that fool you. They know what they're doing. Finally made it to this buzzed-about place and yup -- the hype is real. 10/10 would go back... if only for that bread pudding again. #BreadPuddingObsessed #WorthTheHype #LocalEats #FoodieHeaven #LunchGoals #CozyCafeVibes read more

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Ended up for lunch with colleagues. First time visiting - clean interior, we were welcomed and seated right away. Service was very friendly. Food consisting of Ham and Cheese Croissant with chips and fruit cup, Enchilada Quiche, and Half-Half Turkey Sandwich/Soup and sides. Ordered what was advertised as the most-ordered dessert, Croissant Bread Pudding, to go. Food arrived quickly and sandwiches were fine, nothing extraordinary. The Bread Pudding, however, was a disappointment! Just a buttery soggy pastry with little sweetness and no flavor. Having lived in Louisiana and savored real Bread Pudding, this offering was a complete flop for me - pricey too. Overall a nice meeting place with decent food - again, nothing extraordinary, shall skip the Croissant Bread Pudding if visiting again! read more

Well the owner or manager greets and welcomes every customer and she is super sweet! Very southern. I got the quiche, but wasn't wild about all the hash browns in it. Thought I was getting a different quiche, but didn't want to make a fuss at the wedding shower party and send it back, so I ate what was served to me. Others in the party got sandwiches and salads. I did enjoy the broccoli salad and the green salad that came with my quiche. The atmosphere is like a tea party. And don't forget to get a dessert. They all look wonderful. I got the Italian cream cake for my husband and I got the chocolate cake for me, both to go. The cakes were slightly dry, but I think if u nuke them for 20 sec they would be better. I am going to try the cobbler and brownie next time I go. They looked great. By the way, we went at 11am and there was no wait. We did reserve a table for 9 several days ahead. Think later in the day you might have to wait for a table. The place is popular. I posted a picture of the chandelier in the back room. It looks like ones I have seen in the Murano glass factory in Venice. Fancy! read more

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My only regret about this place that I had not been here sooner. From the minute you walk in you know that it's going to be good. The white tablecloths and the chandeliers bring a peaceful feeling you walk in a little bit and then see a beautiful dessert cabinet with homemade desserts. I had never been here before, and the server was very patient and kind to me and helped me pick out my food. Which was very nice not to be rushed. I had the tuna salad sandwich with salad . Everything about this meal was fresh and delicious. I couldn't believe how fresh the spinach was. It looked like they had just picked it out of the garden. My husband had a CLUB sandwich, and I had a little bite of it, which was perfectly put together. Before we left, we were greeted by the owner, who is a warm and bubbly soul, and you can tell that she puts pride into her restaurant. I can't wait to come back looking forward to trying the rest of the menu . read more

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This is my and my parent's favorite tea house and stop for lunch. Everything we have tried is so delicious and fresh and Dad just loves the mushroom soup it's his favorite. We are on a mission to eat our way thru every dessert. There are so many we can't pick a favorite yet so I guess we will just have to eat them all. We absolutely love the service all of the servers are just so sweet and the owner she's just the best and the ambience is just the cutest. read more

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The whistle stop is amazing! The chicken salad sandwich is the best on the menu. The service is great and never disappoints. It's a nice restaurant but can be a tad loud inside. Love the food though will be back! read more

The Whistle Stop Tea Room - Chicken salad sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - Tomball, Texas

Been coming here for about 15 years now. The food has always been similar, at least what I've always gotten. Super fresh, tasty chicken salad and bread. The pasta salad is my favorite thing and the tortilla soup is good too. The Italian crème cake is literally to die for. Always a pleasure to have lunch here and staff recognizes us by now. Owner is super friendly and staff is typically very on top of it. Thank you!! read more

Delicious luncheon spot. We happened upon it out exploring shops. Met the owner Cindy at the takeout entrance and decided to go have a seat in the tea room. Wished we had room for dessert though. read more

This is a cute little place. We came for a baby shower and the service was very friendly. We were and to pick a dessert from the case and I took mine to go. Should have checked before I left because it was the wrong cake. It was a coconut cake but it was delicious one you got over all the coconut on top. I had a half sandwich on croissant and that was good. The broccoli cheddar soup was room temp. The cheese was not melted and the broccoli was lightly steamed. This is very different from any other broccoli cheddar soup I've had. The lemonade was good. The woman's bathroom refills slowly and you can't flush it until it fills fully. There were a lot of ppl waiting so this was inconvenient. read more

I've loved Whistle Stop for years, which is why this past Thursday was such a disappointment. The service was poor. Several members of the wait staff, along with the owner, were sitting nearby eating lunch while the restaurant was full of customers who needed assistance. Our waitress barely paid attention to our table. She didn't check in, ask questions, or anticipate anything. We had to ask for everything. Drink refills, to place our order, dessert, and a to go box. She rarely looked at our table and made us feel like we were bothering her when we interrupted her lunch just one table away. Even more concerning, she repeatedly ate and then returned to serving customers without washing her hands, and the owner, sitting right there with the staff, seemed completely unaware or unconcerned. To add to the disappointment, the pie slices are noticeably smaller now while prices have gone up. Whistle Stop is not an inexpensive place to eat, and we expect much better service than what we experienced. Very disappointing. read more

Lived in Tomball for over 10 years and never been here. Now I'm sad of all the deliciousness that I have missed. This place was delicious and ambience was very cute. Great mother-daughter place but portions are definitely not dainty. Homemade bread makes the sandwiches heavenly. Don't wait as long as I did and check this place out!!! Save room for dessert read more

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Such a great spot...popped in for a late lunch, 1pm'ish...they were hopping but with most tables sat and a few larger parties but I was greeted right away by the owner (Cindy) and sat very quickly at a table by the window (which I appreciated). Reviewed the menu asked some questions / suggestions and food was brought out as ordered...croissant club, cheddar broccoli soup, chips and a side of mixed fruit...simple BUT GrEAT FOOD DONE VERY WELL!! Cindy stopped by to check in and we had a nice chat...30 yrs and going strong, you can tell she loves it and has no intentions of stopping. Ordered an order of coconut pie to go with tonight's dinner(review to follow ) Will definitely be back with my daughter...she will love it!! Thank you for a great lunch and see you soon! read more

The Whistle Stop Tea Room - Croissant club Cheddar Broccoli soup Mixed fruit (banana,strawberries, watermelon & grapes,very fresh!) Arnold -Palmer Missing-Coconut Pie - Sandwiches Near Me - Tomball, Texas

Beautiful tearoom restaurant in Tomball. Very popular with locals and visitors. The food is very good and not heavy. The chicken salad sandwich is the best. You won't leave there hungry. The YumYum pie is to die for. If you are a bread pudding fan you won't be disappointed. Very busy and noisy for lunch but well worth the wait. read more

Love this cozy "tea room" and the friendly family-like atmosphere! Delicious cucumber Greek, broccoli salad, BLT and fresh-baked-from-scratch cannolI! The chips were soo crispy and tasty! Like that they offer half-sandwiche. read more

What a delight this place is! My mom and I have come here for years for some quality time/lunch date and we enjoy it a lot! My mom doesn't like American food that much but she enjoys this place. The ambiance is so cute - tea time vibes! The half sandwich half soup combo is a great deal with yummy food! I get the pimiento cheese on a croissant, while my mom the chicken salad. We both enjoy it a lot. We had it with a broccoli cheddar and pasta salad - everything is good! read more

The Whistle Stop Tea Room - Half sandwich half soup combo - Sandwiches Near Me - Tomball, Texas

Love everything! But most especially all the desserts! We always leave with desserts for later!

Attended a 5-7pm special event at the Whistle Stop Tea Room and enjoyed the food the people and delicious cake. Wish I lived closer so I could try all of their items on their menu. If you are in the area you must stop to meet Cindy who is so gracious and will make your dining experience relaxing and special. read more

Comfort in a Cup ~ Even When You're on the Go I was out running errands on a busy Friday and needed something quick ~ but special. Not just something to fill me up, but something that felt like a treat. The Whistle Stop never disappoints, and their famous scoop of chicken salad was exactly what I needed. Even packed up to-go, it's clear this place puts care into every bite. The chicken salad is creamy, cool, and bursting with flavor from their signature herb sauce and the perfect punch of briny capers. It's rich and refreshing all at once ~ the kind of recipe that's clearly been loved and perfected over time. Ordering online is easy, and the pickup process is seamless ~ I just pop in and grab my meal with a smile from their always kind and welcoming staff. Honestly, it's better than any drive-thru. Real food, made with love, served fast without feeling rushed. Whether you're dining in or dashing through town, this spot is a must. Cozy, consistent, and always full of flavor ~ it's my little secret weapon against a long to-do list. A loyal lunch-goer. read more

I've been going here for several years. By far my favorite tea room. LOVE the tortilla soup and chicken salad sandwich. Desserts are also so delicious. I highly recommend.! read more

We came here for a late lunch on Saturday around 1pm and our table for 2 was immediately seated. Service here is top notch - our waitress was so friendly and attentive. The menu is fairly basic in that it is a tea house - think salads, sandwiches, soups, and quiche. They have nice options and what makes it stand out is the freshness. All dishes we had were light and tasty. Big recommendation for their pasta salad side, it was delicious! Make sure you save room for dessert; their dessert case is central to the restaurant and it's impossible for it to not catch your eye. We tried the chocolate peanut butter pie and peach cobbler - both were so good we took some to go! read more

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Stopped by to grab a slice of cake to go. The lemon blueberry was out of this WORLD. I was planning on sharing but it didn't make it home to my husband. Will definitely be back! read more

When I come home to visit this is always my go to. Have loved this place for well over 20 years. Never left without my belly full and some deserts for later. Tomballs finest! read more

Delightful! Charming ambiance. On the outside wall is a glass display of a relic of Tomball's railroad days, dug up there. A gold-tone shovel. The chicken salad sandwich was delicious. Courteous service. Many cute gift shops around the tea room to browse. It has a nice Hallmark movie vibe. read more

A very busy place! We went on a Friday for lunch after shopping in the antique stores in the area. We had to wait about 20 minutes for a table. I had half of chicken salad on a croissant with a side of fresh fruit and a slice of dill pickle. For dessert we both had Yum Yum pie, which was very very good! It was a chocolate pie with a cool Whip type tippy and big chocolate pieces in it. It was delicious. They have a large selection of desserts and that is a big draw to this restaurant. They had a good menu to choose from. It was a bit loud because it was so busy. We had a good time and would go back. read more

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I have been going to Whistle Stop for years. Food has changed overbtne years I would say it's not as good as it was., service minimal. No one came to check if need another glass of ice tea. I guess they serve you and forgot you were there . I came home and had the worst stomach ache from the food I ate which was chicken salad sandwich. I reckon the food was not kept in proper temperature or something All in all I was disappointed. read more

What a local gem! I had NO idea The Whistle Stop Tea Room was so incredible and so close to my home. TWSTR is conveniently located in the center of Old Tomball, with plenty of parking even on a super busy Friday lunch hour. Seating Hack: you can call ahead and put your name on the list. DO IT!! We arrived Friday right around noon, big mistake! Well, kinda! We put our name down on the list. There are no beepers or tech to let you don't know when you're table is ready, so we had to keep checking back. But...in the meantime we had an excuse to check out the local boutiques! (Oh yeah! I forgot I needed a Baby shower gift! ) By the time our table was ready, we had checked out two of many of the adjacent shops! The place was packed with "ladies who lunch". The newer decor is Gorgeous! The chandeliers and soft color palette are so beautiful and inviting. TWSTR is one of the more elegant tea rooms I've been to locally. No shabby chic, grandmother's designed decor here! The menu is very flexible. Any combo goes here! Soup, sandwich, salad?! Your pick 1, 2 or 3. We all opted for the chicken salad on croissant. I mean it is a tea room. The soup and salads my friends had were all great! Each combo came with an ANOTHER side. We tried the pasta salad and the broccoli Salad. Wow! These "sides" were not only filling, but amazingly tasty! The pasta salad was unusual, not something I've had before. I loved it. Unfortunately, we ate everything and had no room for their amazingly scrumptious looking pies! (Excuse for second visit? YES) We were so lucky to visit with the friendly owner, who was very gracious and kind. I will definitely be back to TWSTR. The food was great, the service was outstanding and I love supporting local businesses! Take away; Call ahead to put your name on list at least 15 minutes before you arrive! Leave room for dessert!! read more

It's a staple in Tomball and we love to continue to support a business that has consistently yummy food. My family's favorites are the tortilla soup & the chicken salad. Let's be real....I come for the pie ! My favorite is the chocolate pie, my boys love the pina colada cake. read more

The Whistle Stop Tea Room - a pink frosted cake - Sandwiches Near Me - Tomball, Texas

Amazing experiences everytime we go. Service is friendly, food is so good that we always crave it weeks later. Tea selection is always great. read more

Great place for lunch! Their choices never let me down. Today, I had their Club sandwich with chips and a side of their broccoli salad. My wife had a half sandwich with tortilla soup. Proportions are generous. I really like the broccoli salad. FYI - It is a tad sweet. Their tortilla soup is fabulous, as it has been for years. We do not eat desserts but if you enjoy sweets, this is it!! Our only issue is that the noise level is high due to the fact it is a small place and is always packed during peak lunch hour. You may have to wait a bit to get a table but in my opinion, it is well worth the wait. read more

Excellent food. Great lunch specials too. You can't beat the pies here. Service is quick and efficient even when they're busy.

What a gem! Staff make you feel like old friends and provide great recommendations. Website pictures are an accurate reflection of the food served. Best chicken tortilla soup ever. Usually don't go for desert but tried the Yum yum pie and it did not disappoint. Thank you Cindy for great food and kind hospitality. read more

The Whistle Stop Tea Room - Owner Cindy has created a sweet spot for delicious food. - Sandwiches Near Me - Tomball, Texas

I had been hearing about this place from friends for a long time and I'm so glad I finally tried it. I ordered Mango tea and a sandwich/salad combo with a side of fruit for lunch. My sandwich was the California Salad and my taste buds were happy! Such a great combination with the jalapeno pimento cheese and avocado. I loved that the fruit salad was a combination of many fruits and not just two or three pieces of 1 or 2 things. It was a REAL fruit salad. Absolutely delicious and I will be back. read more

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While they say they are not on yelp, they are. I visited the Tomball location after their renovation. They are definitely the popular choice for lunch, and they know it, they are always packed. Their sandwiches, soups and desserts are absolutely fabulous. They are a little on the pricey side though. read more

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I brought my mom here for an early Mother's Day lunch, since they are closed on Sundays. I think the "tea room" reference primarily refers to the type of food offered. The tea options available are iced tea (including raspberry flavored) for main courses, and a few hot tea options on the dessert menu. I had the raspberry tea unsweetened, which had a pretty subtle flavor, but was good. We both opted for soup and sandwich combos, which include a half sandwich, cup of soup, side, chips, and a pickle. They were out of their homemade bread (which is the honey wheat) so we both had croissants. She tried the chicken salad, and I had the egg salad. We also tried the broccoli cheese and tortilla soups, as well as the pasta salad and Greek-ish salad sides. The chicken salad was moist, but the chicken itself tasted like it had been cooked to the point of drying out. However, the egg salad was the best I've ever had--and I usually hate egg salad. I ordered it on a whim, and for once it panned out for me. The soups were good--the broccoli cheese had big chunks of broccoli instead of tiny bits like most places, so I really liked that. The pasta salad was lightly mayo'd and a little on the bland side, but not too bad. We had the yum yum pie for dessert. It has cream cheese, chocolate, whipped cream, and a tiny sprinkle of pecans on top. It was delicious and tasted like something you'd find at a family potluck (in a good way!) Overall I thought it was a good place for a light meal and kind of had that small-town vibe you don't get in Houston. read more

We were looking for a local feel, and this ended up being a good stop. I wasn't wanting to take my leftovers home, but it did hit the spot.

I'm a "first timer"! I brought my mom who is a "many timer". This place is decorated so cute and full of locals catching up with old friends & new. Leah T. was our server - all smiles & very attentive. I ordered the soup & sammie combo. I had to have their chicken salad sandwich on croissant - so fresh & delicious!! Their world famous chicken tortilla seems to be tomato based and had a hint of enchilada flavoring. I ate every single bite! I added a spinach salad for a little extra $$ but it was so worth it. The owner (Cindy) graciously cleared our table & checked us out. I'll definitely be back. This place is Tomball's hidden gem & a pure delight. read more

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Great quick lunch spot! I've mostly gotten the sandwiches as my main and they've never disappointed. Light and delicious. The fruit cup is a hit or miss for me. It's a good fruit cup but sometimes it is too watery so the fruits are quite soggy. I loved all of the teas. Staff is very friendly. The shining star here is that yum yum pie. I could go here all the time just for that pie! If you like chocolate and whipped cream then you'll love it. read more

We stopped in here right before closing time for two slices of pie to go. The folks working their were super friendly. It's a cool-looking place. We'll definitely be going back soon for lunch. The menu looked enticing. We got a slice of key lime pie and I can't remember the name of the other pie. It was a chocolate pie with cream, chocolate shavings on top and I think banana slices. Both were excellent. The key lime pie though... oh my goodness! It was incredible. I would have bought a whole pie, but I'm fat. Next special occasion, I'm getting a whole pie. Eat at this restaurant. You will be amazed and full. read more

Disappointed and have given it several tries. We gave opportunity to improve input about one of the dishes we ordered to the owner argued instead of graciously responding. She also didn't even offer to remove it from our ticket. She then tried to sell us deserts. Disappointing customer service as well from the waitress. Probably won't go back. read more