We went for supper and it was very busy. Despite this, we were seated quickly. Our server was…read morevery nice and checked on us frequently for refills. I ordered a boudin ball (amazing!) and a fish platter with both blackened and fried seafood. It was all amazingly delicious. The portions were large, and the interior is lively. A few notes that I wrote down for myself: I don't get the Mexican butter. It's tasty, but beyond the butter flavor I can't really tell you what makes it "Mexican." It's also quite loud in the place, which can make it hard to chat with your company. None of this is a negative though. I love coming here when I'm in town.

Walked in on the 4th of July and was greeted and seated immediately. Of course, it was 3:00 …read more Service was quick and friendly. Drinks were out in just a few minutes and were delicious (& strong). Entrees arrived quickly and were hit, fresh & tasty. Fried shrimp & fish for me. My wife had the shrimp brochette. Plates looked and tasted great.

I had the pleasure of celebrating one of my favorite cousins at The Neches River Wheelhouse, and…read morewhat a wonderful evening it was! This beautiful restaurant sits right on the Neches River, offering a relaxing and scenic atmosphere. Whether you choose to sit downstairs or upstairs on the patio, you'll enjoy watching boats and ships glide by while sharing great food and even better company. It's the perfect setting to slow down, relax, and enjoy the moment. Our service was absolutely top-tier! Every staff member greeted us with a smile, and despite our party of 40-50 guests, the food came out quickly and efficiently. No one was left waiting, and that kind of service deserves recognition! We kicked things off with a delicious Sampler Platter featuring crispy boudin balls, fried green tomatoes, cheese sticks, and bacon-wrapped shrimp. Everything arrived piping hot, fresh, and full of flavor! For my entrée, I chose the Chargrilled Salmon topped with a rich lemon butter sauce. I swapped the rice for green beans, and it also came with a fresh vegetable medley. The salmon was perfectly cooked--moist, tender, and never dry. Just the way I like it! My husband ordered the Atchafalaya Catfish--blackened catfish fillets topped with crawfish tails and a buttery lemon sauce, served with dirty rice and green beans. He gave it two thumbs up! From the beautiful riverside views to the outstanding hospitality and delicious food, The Neches River Wheelhouse made our family celebration even more special. Now I need your help! If you've been to The Wheelhouse, what should I order on my next visit? Drop your favorite menu item in the comments! The Neches River Wheelhouse is officially Best Bites Approved! #BestBites #BestBitesApproved #TastefullyHettyB #SupportLocal #NechesRiverWheelhouse #FoodieAdventures #EatLocal #RiversideDining #TexasEats

Nice view, friendly service, first time here, really just came for a beer and the river ,…read morepistolettes caught my attention, was told it was a roll with crawfish etoufee, more like a nice roll with a couple tiny deep fried something's with spicy cheese whiz, no big deal, I'll try the shrimp cocktail next time

Unfortunately I don't get the great reviews. I ordered "fried shrimp". Perhaps I should have…read moreordered the jumbo popcorn shrimp & I would feel differently. My shrimp were butterflied & flattened so that when they were fried they were overcooked, dry & tough. It seemed like there was too much cornmeal coating because of the large surface area. My S.O. had the grilled shrimp & flounder. His shrimp were small & overcooked. He enjoyed his flounder & thought the fried rice was good. Sorry, but I'd rather make the drive to Hamilton's or another area restaurant for excellent fried shrimp & onion rings. My fries were good, but had too much Cajun seasoned salt so they were way too salty. Perhaps some people enjoy heavily salted food. I do not. I do love spicy. Tracey was super friendly. In fact, so much so that I feel a bit guilty writing this review. Obviously she isn't hurting for business as the parking lot always has cars when we drive by. The restaurant was clean. There is mention that it was a Burger King. I would think that some of the furnishings have been replaced/redone. There was some colorful vinyl that looked new. The inside was fine to me. I personally enjoy paying less for food vs. more for a more upscale atmosphere. The food is what matters to me.

Love this place! Anytime I come no matter if it years later…read moreTracy's IS THE SEAFOOD PLACE! Never disappoints. If you're new to the area definitely come give this place a try. Yuuuum imma go back to eating!

My husband and I were traveling and we did not want chain restaurant food. After reading other…read morereviews on Yelp we decided to give it a try. We were NOT disappointed and had a delicious meal. I ordered a fancy peach margarita, gumbo, and grilled chicken with veggies (YUMMY and TASTY). Inside the atmosphere was interesting and retro. They even had musician who played mellow music which added to the experience. We felt safe, comfortable, excellent service, and a delicious meal.

Greeted and seated as soon as we walked in. Tia Juanita's is very cute and eclectic. Even the…read morebathrooms had that funky eclectic vibe. Service was excellent! The food was amazing! The boudin balls were delicious but definitely had a spicy kick. The red fish tacos were HUGE! They were so good! Definitely worth a visit!!!!

Got the crispy chicken fried chicken buried under a thick blanket of peppered white gravy, a loaded…read morebaked potato with cheese and bits (looks like bacon), creamy mac and cheese, and a soft roll on the side. This is the kind of meal that hits hard and satisfies fast.

A Wonderful Birthday Celebration!…read more We visited Pine Tree Lodge to celebrate my sister's birthday, and we had such a great experience! From the moment we arrived, the service was amazing. Our waitress was incredibly sweet, attentive, and patient--even though we had her running back and forth taking care of everything we needed. She simply enlisted a little help when necessary and still made sure everyone at our table was taken care of. You could tell she genuinely cared about making sure we had a good time. The food was really good, but the drinks and appetizers were OUT OF THIS WORLD! Definitely don't skip those! Because of the heat, we decided to sit inside, but the outdoor atmosphere looked beautiful. I'm already looking forward to coming back when the weather is a little cooler so I can enjoy a drink while taking in the view of the water, alligators, and turtles. Overall, Pine Tree Lodge was a great choice for celebrating my sister's birthday. Good food, AMAZING drinks and appetizers, wonderful service, and a unique atmosphere. We will definitely be back!

Wonderful atmosphere, great food, fast service. I enjoy my visit, consuming true Cajun food with…read morefriends. The dishes were hearty and delicious. Accessible parking and entrance.

Ordered take out. The reviews were good. Our experience not so much. Service was fast and friendly…read more We got the blackened mahi mahi. Flavor was great but it was dry and butter sauce didn't help it much. Bread was good. Corn side dish was really good. Gumbo was a thumbs down from the 2 who tried it. For the price I just expected more. Would we order again? Probably not.

Good food great prices and good service. For faster service call ahead. They are pretty quick and…read morethe food is made to order. I had the fried ribs and fried rice. If I had one complaint it would be to offer the ribs in other flavors other than salt and pepper. They were moist though.

Fried crabs are excellent seasoned just right. Staff was very nice and polite and gave you time…read morelook at menue .

Margaritas are fantastic. Leo, the owner is gracious and welcoming. Luis provides the best service…read moreI've ever experienced.

This is just your run of the mill Mexican restaurant. Nothing to rave about but it's not bad…read moreeither. The chorizo tacos were pretty good and the salsa and queso was good. My wife didn't care for the crunchy ground beef tacos. There's some cool art on the walls so that made it interesting. It was inexpensive too so that's a plus.