First of all let me start by saying I ABSOLUTELY love the place and have always loved it since its…read moreopening some years ago. It has made some changes over the years and I think they did an outstanding job on those modifications. The place is mainly RnB swing out style music. Thursday is real laid back and professional environment. I love it. Just the right number of people for a great introduction to the weekend. Saturdays was rowdy just the way a Saturday should be!! Again mainly RnB but DJ Choppa was on it and kilt it. He gave some non two stepping music for the non steppers....was a great mix no doubt! DJ great he entertains and knows how to keep the music going and just right. I have to say place is small but those are the ones that thrive. Ppl love intimacy (before you say Huh.... look at definition of intimacy). The intimate setting is wonderful. The bartenders (mixologist) whatever term you would like to use they ARE WONDERFUL. John is very meticulous about his craft and you can tell. Saturday i had the ciroc and lemonade all night was great. they dont skimp on the liquor. Although he chatting it up and giving each customer his attention he stills keep an eye on who he can serve so they won't feel left out. They def no what they are doing behind that bar let me tell u. Houston has me spoiled with no cover pretty much at any of the lounges at any time so if you don't get there before a certain time expect to pay 5-10 bucks no bad at all for a night of sure pleasure. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and would go back every time I'm in town visiting my parents in Sislbee TX.

I went to Nell's Place on my birthday, August 19, at the invitation of my brother who is a Beaumont…read moreresident. I was visiting from Key West, Florida. I was somewhat surprised when we walked toward the entrance and a sign was posted informing potential customers that there would be an additional charge if you used a credit card! Ok, strike one for a welcoming atmosphere. Then, upon entering the establishment, we were accosted by a beautiful woman who informed us that since it was Karaoke Night, Wednesday, mind you, there would be a 5.00 cover charge for each of us. Okay, we pay to hear someone else ruin a Frankie Beverly and Maze classic! :-) Strike Two, for welcoming, inviting, and classy. Nell's Place might be a wonderful place for locals and a quaint place to socialize and meet new people, but it struck out for me on that day, and I doubt if I will ever go again when I am in town visiting relatives. Oh, strike three was the sheer lack of customer service and inattentiveness to those not seated at the bar. All the Locals were adequately taken care of at the bar while those seated on the floor seemed invisible to the Nell's Place staff.

I found a wonderful brunch spot! Opulence Lounge located @ 771 Proctor in Port Arthur. There is…read morean Amazing ambiance which makes your think you are in the metropolis of Houston or Austin. Wonderful wait staff and a GREAT DJ! They have a choice of Fried fish, pork chops, wings, shrimp with waffles, eggs or potatoes. It's a make your own meal entree. Paired with mimosas( plain, sunrise or Hennesy) makes a great brunch selection. This place is usually bustling on weekend evenings with birthday parties and other special occasions. Other specials are Ladies Night/happy hour 7-9 Thursday 6pm-2am Friday happy hour 6-9 close at 2am Saturday 9pm-2am Brunch Sunday 1pm-4pm close at 10pm. The food was super good. The waffles are Belgian prepared. The eggs were seasoned with green parsley. The potatoes were Potatoes O'Brien prepared. The chicken was seasoned to perfection as well as the shrimp and fish. A topper is there is awesome music for you and your honey to swing out, you and your girls to line dance or just dance alone! This can be THE BRUNCH SPOT !! Try it- you will LOVE it ! #bestbites!

Great, quiet, relaxing cigar lounge to chill in during the day. Curreny daytime bartender is…read morefantastic and very personable with the customers. There is no food served here, but they allow outside food.

Was visiting south East Texas for the Ymbl state fair and had some time on my hands so met up with…read morea classmate that goes often my first impression walking in was how the place WAS NOT SMOKED OUT even though a cigar lounge !! I don't think I've ever seen a place so well ventilated and I live in Houston with plethora of options!! I knew this was a cigar lounge I could tolerate immediately and def would be back when next I visit the area. Plenty style , choices , flavor and sizes cigars for purchase. That coconut rum one I had was delightful. It is a cocktail bar as well with decent prices and good pours !! If you like a good cigar and good rnb, blues zydeco music please give them a try !! Possible some country tracks too !

First time here.The bar is nice and clean.Wife had a margarita and it was terrible. I had a blue…read moremoon it tasted like it was bad. Waitress agreed and said she thought the keg was bad. She replaced it with a Michelobe. Everyone smoking hookas. Probably won't return

Incredible service from Natasha and felicity. Fantastic drinks and quick service. Few places I…read morewould go after a long day of work.

This place was hopping on a Sunday ! We had our kids so unfortunately we had to leave before 8pm,…read moreright when the party was really getting started ! Good dj, cheap Drinks ! 6 dollar deep Eddys ! They had a crawfish boil going , nice views up on the roof top!

Happy hour is not honored on Friday. Although listed on the website. Bartender was aware of the…read morediscrepancy but did not honor the price. Only passing through and wanted to catch a cool hh. Honor what's posted or update the website.

We attended the open mic night. The bartenders were friendly and helpful. Quick to serve and…read morechecked on you regularly. The music was great and the atmosphere was inviting, fun and friendly. Highly recommend stopping in if you are in the area.

Loved the low key atmosphere. The loaded mimosas were so good! Everything on the brunch menu looked…read moregood but I got the special (chicken and waffles) and it was just right! After we ate we hung out and enjoyed the live music. Definitely ready to go for round two!

I joined some friends this evening at Fuma Dubai for crawfish, and hands down--these were the best…read moreI've had all season! For just $20, you get 3 lbs of slightly spicy, garlicky goodness, plus a perfectly cooked potato and a big, bold piece of spicy corn. I added a sausage link for a little extra, and it hit the spot. Our waitress, Aleia, was friendly, attentive, and even took photos for us. We had a blast and highly recommend Fuma Dubai for your next crawfish craving. Definitely Best Bites approved!

Drink and ticket time was great but service was horrible…read more. Walked in on Sunday approx 430pm, nobody attended me, i screamed 2x to a person in the back to ask if this place was open (nobody was around), finally a lady arrived who cameFrom the DJ booth, she took my drink order, asked her to play the cowboys game, and after 15mins, the game was not put on, she Blamed mgmt, but i didn't care since she didnt ensure that either someone communicated with me or the game was on. There was nobody there and i was excited to try the food but left 20 mins later cause they didn't give af, so why would I? Drink was great, but service on a football sunday was horrible... smh

Felt very welcomed.!! Staff very attentive., especially the security made me feel safe being we are…read morefrom out of town.!

On my continued search to find my favorite (not necessarily the best ) avocado toast, I found…read moremyself today at JWilson's Restaurant. As always, the restaurant was packed--which is always a great sign that something good is happening in that kitchen! My waitress, Bailey, was sweet, attentive, and very accommodating, making the experience even more enjoyable. I started with a cup of their famous tomato bisque, and let me just say... I simply cannot come here without ordering it. This heartwarming soup, made with slow-roasted tomatoes, shrimp stock, cream, and Creole seasoning, is rich, comforting, and truly soothing to the soul. It remains my absolute favorite--if you haven't tried it yet, I highly recommend it! For my entrée, I ordered the Avocado Multi-Grain Toast. It's a light and satisfying plate featuring mashed avocado spread over thinly sliced multi-grain bread, served with your choice of sausage or bacon, an egg cooked your way, and a fresh tomato and cucumber salad. Everything on the plate was well-prepared and very tasty. If I could make one small personal tweak, I would love to see this served on a thicker slice of buttery toasted sourdough, maybe with a sprinkle of feta on top. That's just my personal preference and how I enjoy my avocado toast--others may find this version just right as is! The search continues for my perfect avocado toast, but this was a delicious and enjoyable stop along the way. Happy Sunday, and keep sharing those amazing finds on Best Bites!

J Wilson's is one of the most consistently good steakhouses in the Beaumont area. I make it in…read moreabout every six to eight weeks, and in all that time, I've never had a disappointing meal or experience. On my most recent visit, I sat at the bar and started with a Buffalo Trace bourbon while looking over the menu. The bartenders here are always attentive and welcoming; in fact, the bartender remembered me from previous visits, which speaks volumes about the level of service they provide. Dinner was a ribeye cooked medium-rare with asparagus, and it was exactly what a good steak should be: perfectly cooked, with great flavor, and served hot. The kitchen clearly knows what it's doing. I followed that with their lemon icebox dessert and a lemon drop, both excellent, and finished the evening with a Four Roses Small Batch Select for a nightcap. What really sets J Wilson's apart is the staff's consistency and professionalism. The bartenders, servers, and kitchen team all seem to work together smoothly and take pride in the experience they deliver. Even on a busy night, with spring break crowds and daylight saving time throwing schedules off, the service remained attentive, and the food came out exactly right. If you're looking for a reliable steakhouse in Beaumont with excellent steaks, a strong bourbon selection, and top-notch service, J Wilson's is hard to beat. Five stars. Always a great experience.