Stopped canyon creek after a six-mile run and it was exactly what I needed. I went in hoping for a…read moresteak, but they were sold out--however, the bowl of gumbo more than made up for it. It was outstanding, full of flavor, and really hit the spot after the run. I also grabbed a cold water and just took a moment to enjoy the atmosphere. The service was great--very respectful, professional, and welcoming. You can tell they care about their customers. Definitely a place I'll be coming back to. Great experience overal

Came here to watch a world cup game and it was so fun, good vibes, very crowded though. I ordered…read morethe big nasty burger as a salad and it was good, but I didn't realize they'd give me a whole patty in the salad (not cut up). Loved the hummus plate, super good

this is so far my no.1 on htx fancy date night restaurant list…read morewe were immediately greeted by seatings with a balcony view featuring live singer (super romantic vibes) we started with bluefin akami served with soy sauce and golden spoon on the side. 10/10 must-order because of generous portion and pretty presentation! we also had: wagyu slider (8/10) served with foie gras, demi-glace, small portion but suprisingly very filling crispy potato 'mochi' (8/10) was another dish we had, served with cream cheese sauce on the side for main course, we picked steaks from the grill: usda prime wet aged 12oz Bone-In Filet. Again, very very generous portion served with mashed potato on the side. There was very a nice smoke flavor to the steaks, but the restaurant could have minimized their burnt parts (my personal preference) their complimentary dessert was this peanut shaped pastry that tasted very much like a kitkat! restroom was 10/10, they even had mints and bobby pins in the ladies for your emergency :)) overall, perfect pick for date nights and fancy business dinner meetings. Staff were very attentive, customers dressed to nines, so come in your best outfits :))

Spanish Wood Grilled Octopus: 4.5/5 - saffron tomato emulsion, pearl onions, charred leaks…read more8oz American Wagyu Filet Mignon: 5/5 - perfect medium rare temp & great flavor Dover Sole Meuniere w/ lump crab topping: 4.5/5 - very nice meuniere sauce Crispy Potato "Mochi": 4.5/5 New York Cheesecake: 5/5 Spirits: 5/5 - great collection of allocated whiskeys including a couple that I haven't had & got to try Service: 5/5 - From the hostess to the server to the person helping w/ the whiskey list, service was excellent, very friendly & on point! Ambiance: 5/5 - The dark intimate setting w/ piano makes for a great special occasion restaurant.

Pretty casual place with counter order and good food and coffee. I had the avocado toast and our…read moretable shared a French toast, both of which were pretty good. I also had their iced maple oat and pistachio halvah latte, both of which were delicious. Food and drinks all came out pretty fast. One big downside of this place is no parking. There's only street parking available and on the weekends, it gets pretty busy.

I stopped by Brasil on a Friday night after getting a tattoo at 713, and it ended up being such a…read morefun random dinner spot. The parking situation in the area definitely sucks -- we ended up parking on a random street in the neighborhood behind the strip -- but once we got there, the vibe made up for it. We sat outside on the covered patio, and halfway through dinner they started playing reggaeton, which completely changed the energy in the best way. It turned into such a vibe. My friend and I both ordered the Cheeseburger in Paradise, and it was really good. The burger was cooked well, and the jalapeño sauce was honestly the star -- it added such a nice kick. The fries were also solid and seasoned really well. I also had two rounds of their strawberry basil lemonade cocktail, which was super refreshing and delicious. To end the night, we ordered their chocolate chip cookies for dessert, and those were so good too -- thin with crispy edges but still soft in the center. Overall, I'd definitely come back again. It's a really fun, laid-back spot with great food and drinks.

I actually really loved my dish but I found a flying gnat in my dish, after a while of eating my…read moredish. It was disappointing and I will not be returning to this location. Although service was great and environment looked clean it is unfortunate.

This is my trash can. This is the turkey burger I usually order. They changed the recipe to a…read moreflavorless turkey burger with black beans. Yuck. I rather lick my dog's feet. At least they smell like Fritos (which are delish).

Piggy's Kitchen Bar is one of those lowkey brunch spots you almost don't want to tell people about…read more The setup is easy. Order up front, grab a number, sit wherever, and they bring your food. Only thing is they're walking around trying to find your table, so your food is just out and about uncovered. Not a dealbreaker, but noticeable. I had the mimosa carafe, which was good. Got the chicken and waffles with eggs. The eggs needed a little seasoning, and the waffle was kind of bland. The butter didn't melt, so yeah... that part wasn't it. Wings though? Really good. Crispy and full of flavor. Service-wise, I wasn't a fan of my table being used as a tray stand while I was still eating. At one point a busing tray was set on my table while I was mid-meal, and that just didn't sit right with me. But listen... the DJ carried this whole place. Music was on point. Old school vibes all the way through. That's what made me sit back and still enjoy being there.

The service was really disappointing. My breakfast came out cold, my friend's steak was overcooked,…read moreand another friend didn't get her food until we were all done (though she said the chicken and waffles were good). They apparently forgot her order. They also brought a waffle instead of a pancake when that was the only thing one friend ordered. I wouldn't recommend the steak and eggs or the CROISSAMMICH. Coffee was mid. They also don't seem to check on you after food comes out, and the order-at-the-counter setup doesn't feel organized.

Ambiance: Upscale restaurant with an amazing menu perfect for a date night, formal dinner with…read morefriends/family, or any celebratory occasion. My friends and I attended Backstreet's 41st anniversary dinner, which included a 4-course meal and wine pairings. I loved every single dish! The crab salad was the best I've ever had. The service was excellent and staff is incredibly knowledgeable on the dishes/wine. Clean bathrooms, parking onsite and valet available. They have a really nice patio area with string lights as well as a bar and nice dining area. Highly recommend, a must visit in Houston!

I've been a huge Backstreet fan for over 30 years and have never had a dish that wasn't…read moreoutstanding, until last night and I had an entree that I thought was mediocre at best. One of my food passions is Cioppino, whenever and wherever it's on the menu I order. I've had Cioppino at 15+ restaurants in San Francisco (the birthplace of Cioppino) and the Bay Area since the mid 80's, and many in other cities across the US. Last night I had the Cioppino at Backstreet, and it was "OK", but no something I'd order again. The broth was very thin and didn't have the robust tomato flavor given by San Marzano tomatoes, and I didn't get much Fennel or Saffron flavor. The white fish was in small "chunks" (check out the photo and compare it to the shrimp) rather than a nice large piece and didn't have the flakiness normal found. The shrimp were cut into smaller pieces, rather than cooked whole in the broth. Mussels and Claims were nestled under the other sea food as well a couple of small Scallops. Most disappointing was It was missing the star ingredient of classic Cioppino, CRAB, as well as calamari! I still give Backstreet 5 stars as this was an anomaly as EVERYTHING else I had at Backstreet over the years has been stellar.

houstonian skillet was great, server was polite as well as the manager. Very clean insideread more

Parking is small space section but there's free parking and a garage near by. The wait was about…read more20mins no rsvp. The atmosphere is diner cafe vibes. Not loud so nice place for socializing but is fast pace eating. Area good size inside easy to connect tables for bigger parties. Ordered the cinnamon roll as a starter very moist and warm honestly the test was fantastic now if you like a crunch on your cinnamon roll then this is not for you. Had a sugar free vanilla ice coffee it's Katz brew nicely made. Maine dish was the blueberries pancakes (blueberry jam on side) with scramble eggs, bacon and potatoes with toast (toast not pictured) everything was moist and soft and warm. Chicken and waffles again soft and warm. Chicken could have used a bit more crunch and seasoning but nothing actually wrong with it. Everything tasted good wasn't anything out the park for me that would make me crave to come back unless I was in the area. Hosts and waiters for friendly with smiles and great attitude no complaints. Worth a try if you just want to experience a place you haven't tried.

I had been eyeing paying a visit here since they opened and when I had some family in town with a…read morepet I proposed we meet here. They have a little patio area that is perfect for pets to chill at. That isn't the primary reason to visit though since we have lots of patio choices in Houston. So what else? Vibe / Interior / Parking - 5* This little spot is a house that's quaint inside and gives those vibes that is solid for a date or a just jump in for a business lunch or coffee / cocktail with friends. Food & Drink - 5* They have a great selection of coffee drinks and cocktails, or even coffee based cocktails. I'd recommend giving the Rivas Banana Latte. For starters give the beef empanadita, spicy guava wings, or yucca fries a shot. For entrees I definitely recommend the chimi steak frites or lomo saltado. Both are excellent. If you wanna pay homage to the favorite stalwart that housed here before Rivas, grab a Good Dog. Love they are paying homage to the old establishment that operated here for 15 years! Service - 5* We had the most wonderful service here. Our server was so sweet, made plenty of recommendations, and even managed to get some water for the pup. Since it's Houston most folks don't want to be on a patio unless they have to, but here it's covered and isn't terrible if you're used to that Houston heat. Even though we were the only ones out there, she went out of her way to check in frequently and make sure we had everything we needed. Cost - 4.5* If there's only one subjective area that is maybe a slight knock here it's pricing. The food absolutely slaps and the quality is definitely there, and that's why I still think it's well worth visiting. That said some of the drinks are a little pricey and just not something one could visit frequently and afford if you're on a budget. Overall - 4.75* Love this spot, the vibe, the service, the dishes, and the drinks. I definitely think Rivas is one of those spots that brings charm with absolutely delicious food. Whether you bring your friends, coworkers, or a date - it will deliver!

Weeknight dinner for 2 - the place was cozy, service was great…read more We started off with the fried yucca or cassava - fried to perfection and it came w 3 sauces - ketchup, garlic mayo aioli and some green sauce. Both garlic and the green sauce was good I ordered the Cuban sandwich which to me it was disappointing.the Brest was toasted just right but the meat was dried It came w some chimichurri which it still didn't taste like it We also tried the lomo saltado which it was chunks of beef stirred fried w veggies. It was pretty tasteful but nothing that made me say wow. Overall the experience was ok