I've never been so happy! Our kid even ate the green beans without prompting! 10/10…read more Service was on point. Felt at home.

Why 5 stars? Because this meal really hit the spot…read more --- --- --- I've had Athena's bookmarked for a while now, as my parents live in Friendswood, and thought this would be a great place to try when visiting them. The stars finally aligned and I was able to meet them here recently. My mom wanted to order some dolomades to start off, and I'm not really a big fan, so I just figured those would be all her. But she offered to let me try one, and I can easily say that these were the best dolomades I've ever had. She agreed. I have no idea what they do to make these not taste so "sharp" like they usually do, but these were really unbelievable. For my appetizer, and I went with a beef/lamb gyro and it was everything you want in a gyro. Soft pita bread, non-gamey meat and everything in between. The greek salad that came with it was pretty underwhelming, but I ordered a side of greek fries too, and those were what I was hoping they'd be. We finished off by ordering a few desserts to share. I went with the strawberry cheesecake as the one I was mostly focused on, and loved it. This is definitely not a frozen cheesecake - they make them in-house and it's obvious when you take your first bite. I understand why Athena's Corner has such great reviews and hope to be back!

That was a great experience! Great service and hospitality…read moreAnd amazing food. Fresh shrimps and the spices were mouth watering

Cute little outdoor spot in Clear Lake which serves great Americana Food. Let me just say, the…read moresweet tea is like your Aunt Bea's! Delish! I came with two teenagers craving the Mac N Cheese menu. One ordered the Nola and the other Garlic Mac. I did not hear them talk for 5 minutes!! The cheese was stringy and dishes were flavorful so that was a win. I ordered 8 pineapple habanero wings with Blue Cheese sauce. Wings were great- I would have loved it spicy though. I ate them all regardless. Final verdict- if you are in the area- stop by for a bite! Birthday boy received a free Strawberry cheesecake and our waitress was super attentive. A great way to end the day with dinner on the outdoor patio!

What can I say that hasn't been said before about this gem?!? If you are a big ol trans gurl like…read moreme you know Houston can sometimes be a little....whats the word? MAGA. Not here tho-even the coconut shrimp came out lookin like a beautiful kiss between two grown men, dripping in delicious mango sauce! Hey y'all, I'll be here waivin my free flag chomping on caeser salad like a bisectual goat and slicing my beef well done like I deserve to eat it! Just wanted to take time to shout out the best spot in TX - also leave that poor Prince Andrew alone! I got a Prince Albert on my birth Willie and neither did no harm to no one! Bone appetit!

Restaurant Review: The Velvet Quarter 2234 E. NASA Parkway,…read moreSeabrook, TX My friend and I visited The Velvet Quarter with the intention of enjoying a relaxed meal on the patio. When we arrived, we seated ourselves outside, where there was only one other group present. Despite the patio being very small and the waitress coming in and out several times, we were never acknowledged or approached. After waiting for some time, I went inside and spoke with the owner, Adolf. He came out to our table and briefly discussed menu options with us. I asked specifically about the fish and chips, as we were told some dishes were no longer available due to an earlier rush. He said he would go check on that for me--but he never returned. Fifteen minutes later, we still had not received any service. When the waitress came back onto the patio again, I called her over and asked when we might be helped. She told me she "did not see us there," which I found difficult to believe given the size of the patio. After that interaction, she did not return to take our order. I went back inside and spoke with the owner again, this time clearly frustrated. He looked me directly in the eyes, raised both hands, and said, "You can calm down now." He repeated it in a tone that felt condescending and dismissive. I responded, "Thank you for giving me permission to calm down," and at that point, I turned around, walked out, and left with my friend to dine elsewhere. I cannot comment on the quality of the food because we were never served. I can comment on the service, which was extremely poor. On a scale of 1 to 10, I would rate the service a zero. Based on this experience, I will not be returning to The Velvet Quarter.

Saw them on Tiktok and just had to try them just off the owners vibes.....way to stay with your…read moreroots brother! Wife had the gumbo which was amazing and, contrary to what others are saying about the okra making it slimey, was not the case at all. word to the wise, if you love alot of rice, maybe order a little more on the side.....but it was amazing! I had to go with the chicken & waffles because why not! And, was not disappointed at all. It was so much that I had it for lunch at work the next day! Everything has an extremely solid flavor and will definitely be coming back even if it is way out of our way! we honestly felt like both dishes could have come from one of those hole in the wall establishment in the French Quarter. One negative was definitely the floors.....very sticky guys - Please address this honestly bad issue! The waitstaff are very knowledgeable and friendly to be sure!

Food: 4.8/5 Service: 3.5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 I've been wanting to try this place ever since I first heard of it and my anticipation going into the restaurant for the first time with family was insanely high. We ended up not going because of the wait but I went back with a friend earlier today and it was REALLY good. Like insanely good. I got the Chicken and Gravy while my friend got the Chicken and Waffles and we both finished our plates cleanly. The service was slow, yes, but they were extremely nice and did have multiple prefaces regarding the wait time. The only I had food wise was that the candied sweet potatoes were a little too sweet for me (and trust me, I love myself some candied sweet potatoes) and I feel like the okra or another one of the sides would've been a better fit for me. The chicken I had was extremely tender and juicy, and the gravy had the perfect amount of sweet and salty where I just gobbled it down with everything. The vibe is nice and homey and overall this place was just great. It for sure isn't someplace you can rush through in 30 minutes, but that kinda adds to the experience that you get the minute you walk in.

Service was great. Ambiance was nice as it has outdoor seating but I went on a rainy day. May not…read morebe great when the summer roll around unless your there at night. In regard to this pizza on this specific day, was extremely rubbery and not made for adults.

**Review is based on a soft-open experience.**…read more I was so pleased to see that this offshoot of the League City location was opening closer to my home in Kemah. It's Bradford Avenue, which is expensive real estate in these parts. But these guys make a product that can thrive here. Pizza King is among the few places around these parts that sells slices, which is pretty cool when you're looking for a nosh without taking home a box of leftovers. Of course, they also make a nice quasi-NY style pie. Thin crust. Slightly sweet sauce. Quality toppings. This location is clutch for fun get-togethers with plenty of outside seating on a deck that's shaded by native pecan trees. The folks who run this place are as polite as they come. And they told me today that their beer/wine license is in the works. Today's experience was in-person. We're mostly a to-go family. Either way, I'm so glad that Pizza King is now in the neighborhood.

Service was very friendly and nice. Gave us good scoops and food tasted fresh. The person at the…read morecashier was really nice to us and they gave a lot of sauce for us. They were friendly in trying some proteins but unfortunately not the salmon.

Awesome food, great customer service. Fast service and cleanliness is . Good testy options ,…read morecashiers are nice

After grabbing our food we sat down to be greeted by a small roach. We moved tables quickly and let…read moremanagement know. We watched as they just giggled and did nothing except pick up our napkins from the old table. After eating a few more bites we realized 1. It was a baby roach which meant there were more and 2. If they were in the dining area they could be in the kitchen. We were grossed out and went to talk to the manager and asked for a refund. He didn't bother coming over and had a girl just tell us we'd be refunded in 7 days. Will not be coming back, very disappointed with lack of customer service and urgency.

Quick and easy salad chain spot. Plenty of parking and very clean tables. Dining room was clean and…read morequiet. There are tons of toppings and dressings- Ask for the workers's recommendations. They really fill up the bowl and are glad to give extra dressing.

My partner and I trying this place out while on shift…read more Pretty darn good and competitively priced and the spice has some zzzzzzzing! Not overly spicy but very good. Customer service was great. Javier was our server, very attentive. The owner came out offered some crawfish with our meal. Very good taste. A retired Houston Fireman,l love supporting Mom/Pops. The outlaw burger 8oz. Angus, bacon, cheese, pecan smoked brisket, grilled onions, jalapeños, & bbq sauce on a very tasty poppy seed potato bun is the real deal. #supportlocal #supportsmallbusinessowners

Service was EXCELLENT! Go see Evan at the bar! He is so…read morenice, and very outgoing and He makes the best Spicy Margarita! Ambiance was cool, laid back, very clean. Food was yummy, seasoned well, fresh off the grill. This is a definite must try!!! We will be returning.

We are frequent customers at Ava's. Always great food and lots of it for a good price. And always…read moregreat service.

I wrote a review about this place months ago. In the previous review I said the food was great but…read morethey charge a mystery fee they can not explain and I explained that in my review. Time heals everything and I ordered food to go this evening from Ava's. They took my order and when I went to pick it up the owner verbally attacked me in front of his 3 customers. I explained that in the review I said the food was good but I did not appreciate the mystery fee and lack of explanation. He refused to serve me. This guy is bound to go out a business. His antics are troubling. His prices are outrageous. I cannot believe he would bite off his nose In spite of his face. Oh well his loss. In business people are usually excited to get a displeased customer back. Not Ava's they refuse to serve you. Shows the real character of the ownership. Done with this place

Merlion is still a solid 5 star in my books. We went last night for a date night, I tried the…read moresignature dish with a Chilean sea bass upgrade per our waiter's recommendation which was absolutely phenomenal. Merlion was super busy yet the service was surprisingly attentive from the entire staff despite having to park several blocks over due to the crowd! I actually came back to update this review to give a shout out to our waiter Bryan. He's been our waiter the last 5 or so visits regardless of when we come or what part of the restaurant we sit in, and he somehow manages to elevate the already fantastic experience we have. He's insightful on the menu without being pushy, remembers our unique requests, checks in on us without being too much, and strikes a great balance on engagement without intruding. I haven't been writing as many reviews as of late but Bryan's service had me dusting off the old digital keyboard. All that to say thanks Merlion, I'd say never change but over the years every change yall have made has been for the better!

First things first: MJ, badass bartender/server. She really knew her menu. I'm visiting home for…read morethe holidays and had never ventured to Merlion but boy am I glad I did. A few friends recommended to request Mj - as a married man I felt a little weird requesting her but both my wife and I were so impressed. We have been on a mezcal kick and although they didn't serve that specific spirit Mj was able to fabricate the most delicious cocktail for us. Every dish she recommended was on POINT! We are celebrating an anniversary and when we arrived there was fresh rose pedals and once again, our server/bartender Mj asked us some simple Questions and managed to serve us one of the most incredible cocktails I have ever had. I can't believe it took me this long to get here. 10/10 will be back. Honestly thinking about extending our trip just to hit this gem of a spot - especially if Monique Juliet is there. - that's a solid service folk right there. 10/10 will be back Merlion, you've done great in hitting competent staff. Highly recommend