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Christian's Tailgate

3.3 (135 reviews)
ModerateSports Bars, Burgers
Updated over 3 months ago

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CHRISTIAN'S TAILGATE ATMOSPHERE

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Loud
Casual
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Tish P.

I used to visit CT's location in the energy corridor plenty of times because it was down the street from my job. We were looking for a good HH spot on the fly so we came here. The HH menu seems confusing for the bartender. She gave us the QR code but it only brought up reverse HH which isn't the same as the daytime HH, which I thought was strange. And FYI, according to the bartender, there's no food offerings on the regular HH menu, unlike at night. But why not, so stupid if it's true. Anyway, outside of that foolishness, she was a pretty good bartender. Service was good, it wasn't even remotely close to full when we went but even with the 20 or so ppl sitting at the bar, it wasn't hard to get her attention. I'd return but we need some clarification on these HH menu, offerings and prices.

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Stephanie M.

OH-IO!!!!! Let's go Team! Tailgate time.... Let's go OH, Let's go!!!! Christian's tailgate is the place to officially watch The OHIO state football. We went for the Ohio vs. University of Michigan game and had a great experience. I called a head and spoke to Shane. Super nice and very knowledgeable! We got there super early and as soon as we were seated we were greater with great customer service by Jay! He was our amazzzing server! Super attentative and always checked on us! Even with all the excitement, he never left us hanging. Parking: Get there early. Parking is fierce. We got there an hour early and there were only a few spots left. Music: DJ is just okay. Music could be turned up a notch or two. Not in volume, but in hypeness. The music didn't consistent keep the crowd walking. It would be good to play dance music (e.g. line dances, etc during the intermission and half time). Ber Service: Definitely could use more bar tenders for the amount of people in here. But the drinks were good! We ordered off the Ohio State Special Drink Menu! We had the Ohio Mule and the Brutus Chiller. They were tasty, but I think they ran out of the Banana Rum, the second Brutus Chiller tasted off. So we sent it back for a different drink. Food: For appetizers, we ordered Fried Pickelss and Mozzarella Sticks. For our main course, we ordered the Bacon, Bacon Burger and the Buffallo Chicken Sandwich with half onion rings, half French fries. I should've ordered onion rings, the frieds were not the best. The Bacon Bacon Burger was good. The Buffalo Chicken Sandwich needed a bit of work, but I guess is what you can get for bar food. It is basically 2 Chicken tenders dipped in Buffalo Sauce and placed in a dry non-toasted Bun. Altogether, it's a cool place to tailgate. Feels like you are with the team on game day!

Brandon T.

This was my first time going, the service was pretty decent and the drinks specials were amazing. They have a happy hour and a reverse happy hour. The food was good as well I asked for the best burger they had and that's what they delivered. Not noisy as all, not a lot of people. A nice quiet bar with decent music, if you're looking for something quick this is what I recommend.

Large TVs and a DJ booth
Moi M.

We are fortunate to have had Christians Tailgate host my daughter's draft party. The whole experience, from start to finish, was beyond spectacular. The ENTIRE staff is so friendly and kind. They made for one unforgettable night. At Christians Tailgate, they don't miss! Appetizers, drinks, food, and games made for an amazing experience and a memorable night. Did I mention the patio? Open space with TVs, games, and great furniture. And, the burgers...DELISH...#iykyk

Long T.

Solid neighborhood sports bar with plenty of tvs. Tried the chicken fried steak and it was pretty tasty with my choice of sides (I chose jalapeno mac and cheese, onion rings, and added green beans). Overall it was a great place to watch the Astros win.

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Brittany N.

**3.5 stars** I was surprised to see that a Christian's Tailgate popped up & took over the old Amazon Grill location a few weeks ago. I had only been to the Heights location once and remembered enjoying their burger my first go around (and since the new front patio looked so inviting), I decided to give it a try. I'm glad we got there early because once the place started filling up, our waitress became very inattentive. It took us forever to get our check and then for her to run our cards. I can only assume the lack of waitstaff is due to their newness and that they are still trying to fill their roster. As for the food: Started off with their Queso, Chips & salsa which were both ok; good but nothing special. Unfortunately the chips were WAY TOO SALTY, crazy salty, so next time I would definitely ask for unsalted chips. Their "small" 1/3 pound burger was not what I would call a small burger, it was plenty big enough to fill me up......especially since all their burgers come with fries (with an option to upgrade to rings for a $1 up charge.) But as for my burger, it was on the bland side (maybe because they forgot to add cheese I asked for) but the patty itself just didn't have much of a flavor. And I thought it was weird she asked my friend how they wanted their burger cooked yet neglected to ask me how I wanted mine prepared. I liked the batter on the onion rings however the fries where as bland as they could have be with absolutely zero seasoning. The article in HP (Houston Press) said it considered Christian's to be another "breast-araunt" addition to the neighborhood which apparently means family friendly sports bars. They had 2 arcade games for the kiddos and have plans to add a playground in the back soon. As for as it being claimed to be one of the "best burgers in Htown, far from it. I'll come back to give it another shot, let them get fully staffed and let all the kinks get worked out. I would've loved to enjoy the beautiful day out on their patio but we all know how Kirby traffic can be. May I suggest trying to construct some type of sound or plant barrier along the front patio to diminish some of the traffic noise. The Pros: -LOTS of TVs for you game lovers -Good local tap beer selection -Daily Specials -Nice Sunny front patio -Kid Friendly -Good Menu selection

Walker F.

O-H! I-O! For the second year in a row we crashed CT's alumni party for the big OSU v Michigan game. SO. MUCH. FUN. we might as well have been on campus. Half the cars in the parking lot had Buckeye license plates or stickers, and inside was a sea of scarlet and grey. The game was on every single TV (and synced perfectly - audio too - which was impressive) and the place exploded with every single down. The live DJ was a special treat who played old school/party jams during commercials. $15 buckets, Buckeye drink specials, and $2/3 shots every time they scored made for a rowdy crowd! But, for the most part, it was slightly older crowds - some with kids (there is a little playground outside) - so nothing too crazy. I ordered off the extensive tap list and our wonderful waitress kept em coming. We chowed down on wings and fried pickles, both of which I'd order again. The pickles were cut into fries which I'd never seen before but made total sense. The only thing I could thing to enhance the situation would be some kind of shout out to each graduating class; could be fun to give a free beer to the oldest/youngest alumni for example, but primary to connect classes. My husband kept looking around on the slight chance he might recognize someone. (Now, I realize tens of thousands of people graduate every year, but still.) SEE YA NEXT YEAR!

JJ L.

Dear Buckeyes, I know they weren't ready for us before but they are ALL IN NOW! Shade and fans outside. Buckeye drink specials. And we have THE ENTIRE PLACE JUST FOR US! Plenty of parking. They open early for the 11a games. The management has all thr tvs for us. Brutus is calling you COME HOME! Come EXTRA early for the Michigan game! Go Bucks!

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Christian's Tailgate is a great family-friendly venue to host parties and enjoy great food and drinks!

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Me and my two kids met my friend and her kids for late lunch and we had never been here before…read more.. Our Service was amazing!! The Food was outstanding. I had their Buffalo Wings fried in Beef Tallow and fries (My son loved them too!) I never knew it could taste so clean, non greasy and it'd be so crispy and delicious!! Our Server Jaxon was so sweet with great recommendations!! We will definitely be back soon.

We had a really good experience here! We stopped in after work with a pretty large group, and…read moredespite our party size, everything went smoothly. Our server was great, I can't remember his name, but he joked around with us the whole time and made the experience a lot more fun. Good service can really make a meal, and he definitely did. I asked him for his favorite menu item, and he recommended the Houston Cowboy Burger. It had really good flavor, and I enjoyed it overall. It was definitely on the spicy side (which makes sense with the jalapeños), but if you like a little heat, I'd recommend it. It wasn't the best burger I've ever had, but it was solid and I'd order it again. My only real complaint was that it was pretty loud inside. There was a game on, so there was a lot of cheering and noise, which made it feel a little overstimulating. That said, it's more of a sports bar atmosphere, so I don't really fault them for it, we just weren't there to watch the game. Overall, we had a good time, enjoyed the food and service, and I'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area.

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Ducky's Pizza is quickly becoming one of my favorite spots in Houston. The pizza is…read morephenomenal--perfectly crisp crust, quality ingredients, and incredible flavor in every bite. Don't miss the crab ragoon bread--it's rich, unique, and an absolute standout. The space is clean and modern with a lively sports bar vibe, plenty of TVs, and a well-stocked bar. Service was outstanding--friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. For a newer spot, Ducky's is already setting a high bar. Great pizza, excellent service, and a fun atmosphere make this an easy five-star recommendation. I'll definitely be back.

Lately I've been frequenting this spot for lunch and happy hour when in the area. There's a lot to…read morelike about this location. To start, there is a parking lot in the back, which makes it very convenient. The interior is laid out well, with the bar area to the right of the entry and dining to the left. The bar area has a few TVs, which is fantastic when trying to catch a game. Food & Drink - 3.5* There are daily specials, happy hour, lunch, and regular menus. I highly recommend the crab Rangoon cheesy bread for starters, and if you're not all that hungry, it can be made into a full meal. The happy hour menu is a little limiting, but there's enough to like. The pasta is fantastic and comes in a nice small cup portion. They offer a personal 6" cheese pizza that is quite good. Other options are Buffalo cauliflower, meatballs, teenie weenie mcshweenies (mini corn dogs), and a Caesar salad. At the time of this review, these were $5 each and smaller since it's happy hour. The HH drink options are wine by the glass, 22 oz St. Arnold Lawnmowers, an Aperol Spritz, and basically a margarita called the Quack-a-Lack. I don't recommend the margarita. It's not good--too much lime juice, not enough Cointreau, and what tasted like barely any tequila. For lunch, they have a pick two. Options are the Chicken, Italian Chopped, or Fig & Pig sandwiches, but the pizza offering is very odd and out of place. It's their hot honey and pepperoni, which is great, but it's only six inches. More on this later. For the other pick, options are a Caesar salad, garden salad, potato chips, and zuppa del giorno (soup of the day). I recommend the Caesar or the soup. The Montrose and Hot Honey / Pepperoni pizzas are also great options. They recently revamped their menu, and it's unfortunate to see certain options cut. They used to have a buffalo chicken pizza that I found quite good; it is no longer there. I won't go through everything that was cut, but if you've visited regularly, there is a good chance something you ordered is no longer an option. Overall, I find all of the food above average, but nothing is gonna have you thinking, "This is amazing." It is a great, convenient spot for the area that delivers a low-key vibe. Service - 4* The service has always been pretty good. They check in frequently, ask if you want to put anything else in, and know enough about the menu to make good recommendations. The one thing that strikes me a little off is that they seem quite transactional, which I get to an extent--they see dozens of folks a day. However, when someone frequents a place over a short period, that person typically gets recognized and there's a little more small talk with staff. Again, that's just my experience working in the industry; you do want to build a following and customer base. I did not notice that aside from one lady who must come here every day and orders a glass of wine at happy hour, since she was asked, "The usual?" If there were one word to describe the staff I interacted with, it would be "aloof." Pricing / Cost - 3.5* Always subjective, but here's where things just don't make sense, particularly with the lunch menu. They offer a pick two for $18. The regular price for a full-size hot honey and pepperoni pizza is $18, the Fig & Pig sandwich is $17, the chicken sandwich is $17, and the Italian Chopped is $16. So one would think, okay, I'm getting a small salad or soup as the discount. That would align if the pizza were bigger, but on the lunch menu it's a six-inch pizza. May I point out that during happy hour, the six-inch cheese pizza is $5? So somehow, some honey and pepperonis are worth a whole lot more? The regular menu pricing is about in line with what one would expect for apps, entrees, and drinks. I'll close this bit out by stating I have worked in this industry, and I understand that balancing thin margins while getting people in and building recurring customers is harder than ever, especially with rising costs across the board. Landlords want more, ingredients cost more, and retaining reliable labor that can show up and show out to help build the business is a challenge. All that said, they probably need to reevaluate a few things, and that seems to be the case since they just revamped the menu. It would appear they are still figuring it out a little bit. My recommendation: the pizza option on the lunch menu is a poor value. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone; just order a full pizza. Overall - 3.5* There's a lot to like about this spot, while there are areas that need some work. I love the vibe, the convenience of getting in and out, and some of the lunch options. I would recommend it in the evening to grab a pizza or full-size pasta, but I'd likely say skip the happy hour and go elsewhere if you're mainly looking to get some drinks. If you want a small taste of a few great items from the regular menu before making a full deep dive, it's worth a stop.

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