great neighborhood place with outstanding food! The chicken salad sandwich comes on a square…read morecroissant bun and this stuff is additive!!! Theow in the homemade potato chips, and enjoy!

Tried it for the first time after driving by for years, and glad I finally did!…read more Very casual place with very attentive service and good variety of offerings. Got there at 11:00am and place was empty, but within 30 minutes it was packed. Table enjoyed brunch items - honey biscuit chicken sandwich, fish tacos (only on Fridays), and Texas egg scramble. The sandwich was loaded and and it least 5 inches high. The chicken was light and crispy and moist, and the biscuit was homemade too. The fish tacos were huge and tasty, as was the egg scramble. Will I go back? For sure!

As mediocre as it is bougie, as overpriced as it is pretentious. It's pretty hard to screw up a…read morecheeseburger, especially if you're basting it in garlic aioli. (why?) There was no sear on the burger, it was overcooked and flavorless. Two thin, underripe tomato slices and a massive bun. I ended up eating half a patty of bland well-done meat with a fork. It was a $18 meal. Tiny portion of battered fries spread thinly across the plate -- about a small portion at Mickey D's equivalent. I have to vent a bit on the tipping demand placed on patrons who are not actually being serviced tableside. Your cashier was super, sweet and helpful about the food, so I felt obliged to tip, though ringing someone up is not tip-worthy. I'm tired of supplementing business owners who expect their patrons to tend to themselves, doing the bare minimum, while their customers subsidize their labor expenses. The pretzel appetizers came after the main courses, the servings were tiny and the pretzels were stale, like they'd been microwaved. The gouda sauce was lovely, and my friend enjoyed her grits & shrimp. Another at our table actually left their fries, (his burger was also cooked incorrectly) and the other pulled half the coleslaw topping off his fried chicken strips and left it behind. Just way overpriced for what you get.

Love the farm to table concept and coming for dinner during social hour (a little before 6pm) meant…read morereasonable prices. You can't go wrong with their beignets with coffee dipping sauce! The burger - very flavorful and well cooked, though I could probably do with just a smidge less butter on the bun and onions. Fries were crispy and well seasoned. Overall had a great experience here!

The Ice Coffee is so good! I had the ice Coffee with oat milk and the vanilla syrup…read more They make the oat milk in house and all their syrups. Plus this is a Big Plus they put coffee cubes, so the ice is made of coffee which makes so much sense so when it melts it's not watery. What a brilliant idea! Service is always good very friendly. And the atmosphere is so cozy. I love this place

All was great! I return back here for HTX restaurant week in Feb. it was my first time seeing the…read moreFebruary htx week. My son and I stop by for a breakfast/brunch which is served the duration of the hours of operation. Customer service was friendly. Food was fulfilling. We both ordered a waffle as a the first course. And second course I order the avocado toast came with an egg. And my son ordered his fav breakfast item, which are breakfast tacos. Water is self served. I really like the large windows with all of the natural lighting. We were the last customers of the day was service was still very friendly.

Omg this place is soo cute with really good food and service. Unfortunately we learned that this…read morelocation will be closing up shop on May 31st whomp whomp. I did the choose your own breakfast where you pick 4 items and make a plate. I ordered egg whites, a pancake, fruit and breakfast potatoes. Everything tasted great! Now I've concluded that nobody truly understands what eggs fried hard means but any rate. I also ordered my signature face an espresso martini it was great. Our waiter was awesome too. Overall a great experience.

As a whole, I admire what KP's is attempting to do with the community. They offer affordably priced…read morefood (#1), simple and tasty casual fare, and keep it relatively flexible for all folks (dates, families, group dining, etc.) by providing excellent service, and a consistent experience every time. Similarly to their more popular location in Memorial (#2), this outside of this Bellaire spot doesn't immediately tell the full story. The interior has an industrial vibe, with the high ceilings and overhead fixtures, but as converted into a solid dining space. The large tilted mirrors in the main area are reminiscent of the now defunct Helen's (#3) and makes for a fun (or perhaps distracting) visual. The spacious layout allows breathing room for all kinds of groups. Service has been good overall, and prompt throughout every visit. The American bistro inspired menu has a decent amount of variety that spans from brunch to a tasty weeknight dinner and a drink. Their starters have a variety of tasty bites that include the white truffle eggs, wicked wings, prosciutto-melon burrata, Mama Pauley's meatballs, and a very addicting chipotle pimento cheese dip. While I appreciate the vegan-friendly hippie chickpea croquettes, it needed just a bit more seasoning. Their bacon double cheeseburger has been deemed "insta-famous" and it certainly didn't disappoint. It's juicy, a little messy, but a lot delicious. It paired well with their large cut fries (consider upgrading to the truffle fries), but the house made chips are also a good light bite. Their salads are equally fabulous from their classic caesar to a hearty cobb salad. I wasn't as impressed with the crunchy Asian salad, but thought their faro salad was a thumbs up. Understandably, the priciest meals are some of their grilled and house specialty meals, such as a prime tenderloin filet ($42), Mediterranean roasted redfish ($36), twelve hour ribs ($29), and rosemary-lemon chicken ($29), all of which are solid. I feel the buttermilk chicken tender platter ($19) is really meant for children, but is great for any tender lover in the bunch. Their weekly "features" are a series of daily specials that range from prime rib nights on Wednesdays and ribeyes on Thursdays, and "kids eat free" specials + their happy hour give folks plenty of reason to check it out. ___________ ( #1) Especially during their seasonal deals which can sometimes include steep discounts. (#2) https://www.yelp.com/biz/kp-s-kitchen-houston (#3) https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/helen-greek-food-and-wine-houston?select=v-wcNZR-eaZFaKK8Txt6yQ

We met friends at the 491 for Happy Hour. I was not really…read morehungry but my husband was. He had the crusted fish and I couldn't keep my fork out of his plate. It was a huge portion and not a heat it up dish. It was so well prepared and the linguini and Brussels sprouts were great. I had the potato soup that was excellent. The service was great. I got to see my Hero Jacob, the manager,who saved my friend's life the day before. He was wonderful as usual, welcoming and warm. I think I could eat there every day. You need to eat at 491. It's quite a treat. Ask for Jacob my hero. Tell him we sent you.

Aptly named The 401 after the zip code it sits in…read more Brave entry in the area beginning possible in 2019. This is what I would consider to be an upscale dining restaurant with a unique assortment of specialty dishes. Ordered hot honey chicken bites, Brussels sprouts as starters and they both were excellent. In fact everything was excellent. Greek salad, Sonoma chicken salad on wheat with orzo salad and the chicken skillet pot pie. All very good. Neat feel to the building and kept impeccably clean. Specialty cocktails, happy hours etc... Would expect to find this restaurant in the heart of First Colony or in premium dining downtown. So great to see upscale dining in Bellaire. Found prices to be very fair given quality. Wood fire pizza on site. Tons of options. Will definitely be back. Well done!

I had a great lunch experience at Los Tios! They have a really good selection of lunch menu…read moreoptions, which made it easy to find something without feeling overwhelmed. The food came out fresh, hot, and flavorful, and the portions were perfect for lunch. The drinks were good and paired nicely with the meal. The atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout our visit. Overall, Los Tios is a solid lunch spot with plenty of options to choose from. I'd definitely come back and try something different from the lunch menu next time!

A Houston treasure for classic Houston style Tex-Mex. At one time the Houston style of puffy and…read morecrispy queso "balloons" and tacos was most common. Places closed, lamentably Loma Linda, resulting in only three places that still do the classic Houston style. This historically significant restaurant is a "must" for any aficionado of classic Tex-Mex. For those who don't know me, I had the pleasure of researching and recipe testing for The Tex-Mex Cookbook by Robb Walsh. I maintain a collection of vintage Tex-Mex at Tex-Mex Vintage and Retro Menus and Memorabilia (f**eb**k) that included early menus from Los Tios. Several years ago I wrote this Houston Press review. A Tale of Two Taco Plates Avatar photo HOUSTON PRESS OCTOBER 12, 2008 I recently entertained an out-of-town food writer who had been contracted to write on Tex-Mex in San Antonio and Houston. Although he was very personable and fun to hang out with, I knew of his notoriety of writing really negative reviews about things that others held dear. When we met up he had already sampled Irma's spinach enchiladas, which he liked. I took him to a favorite place for enchiladas, and he wasn't impressed. Over the next day or so he hit 5 different places, none of which he liked, all of which I do. Our last meal was at the original Ninfa's on Navigation for some excellent fajitas and a flan that was so delicious, I had to seek out the recipe on the Web and make it two days later. I really didn't want to be an apologist for Houston Tex-Mex. But his disenchantment got me to thinking how much my appreciation of Houston Tex-Mex is equal parts food, history and restaurant ambiance. And being a non-native, this didn't have much cachet with him (different cultural map I guess). That night at Ninfa's I decided to direct him to check out two upscale Tex-Mex places, places that I know of but never go to, Armando's and Escalante's. Well, he never made it to them so we'll never know. Time to try Escalante's for myself then. I thought it might be fun to compare the crispy tacos at Escalante's and Los Tios, which are basically across the street from each other on Beechnut at Meyerland. Escalante's Taco Plate Escalante's gets a big thumbs-up for atmosphere, friendly service and food presentation. It's a well illuminated (from the ambient light and the interior lighting) restaurant with attractive paintings and memorabilia everywhere. The kind of place one might take an out-of-town food writer. The tacos come in their own cute little stand and the rice and beans are tasty enough. The tacos themselves have a thin shell and are reminiscent of a Taco Bell taco or those grocery store El Paso shells. On the plus side, the taco meat is not overly salty. On the minus side, it's pretty bland and I had to touch them up with some black pepper and hot sauce. With tax and tip my meal came in at $12.50. A similar order of three tacos with rice and beans would be under $5.00 at Taco Bell. Los Tios Taco Plate Los Tios has its own charm. It's a little dark and the interior is very woody. The waitstaff is great there too. Los Tios is one of only two places left in Houston that still make the crispy style tacos that I remember from my youth. To the best of my knowledge they're unique to Houston (please correct me if you've seen them anywhere else) and if I had my way, every Houston restaurant would make these. The trick to making these is that you have to use freshly ground yellow corn masa for your tortilla. When it goes into the hot oil, there's enough moisture to allow for the tortilla to separate and puff up. The taco meat was perfectly seasoned. I ordered two but could have easily downed a dozen of the wonderful little crunch machines. With tax and tip my meal came in under $7.00 for two tacos. I'll be the first to agree that it's not altogether fair to judge Escalante's solely on its tacos. And I would gladly eat there again. But let's face it, Los Tios kicks ass -- Jay Francis

Rating less than 5 only because food menu feels is a bit basic if you visit frequently, however the…read morestaff, cleanliness, and ambience is always 10/10. A great place to have a casual breakfast or lunch and enjoy the weather outside. The events at the park are always a plus. Although I am a pet owner and love to take my dog, I appreciate that the area is pet free as not every space needs them, especially with the high family traffic here.

Betsy's is a wonderful location for a quality bite at a park. A ton of seating and gorgeous oak…read moretrees. A few tables inside as well. We enjoyed the nachos very much. I wanted to love the fish tacos (fried red snapper is great!) but they were just too dry. I got creative and asked for some of the cilantro ranch they have on the menu and that did the trick. Also had some delicious watermelon aguas frescas!

Ever since Don Pepe moved to Stella Link Rd, It feels like a completely different experience than…read moreits former digs. (#1) The good news is that the venue is updated, it's far more spacious with outdoor seating, service is prompt and courteous, and more importantly, the food is still excellent. In the space that was the ultra divey, former burger spot (Lee's Burger & Mo), they've transformed the space brilliantly. There was a pathway at one point for a drive-thru, but I don't think this was retained. Instead there's more parking space, which in a place like Houston is already a luxury in itself. In the past they were known primarily for their tamales, breakfast tacos, and enchiladas, but the menu has since expanded to include more platter-based items such as carne asada and grilled fish. Naturally the prices have also increased, but has remained fairly affordable and the accept credit cards. Ordering in Spanish is always preferred, but much of the staff also speaks English. I still dream of their breakfast plates and despite the change I've still never seen it so busy that I couldn't find a place to sit. This still remains one of the most slept on places in this part of town. __________ (#1) Should probably be under a different Yelp listing as well.

This was our first time to eat here. We've driven by since it opened but never had time to stop…read more My SO and I came for Sunday lunch/brunch and both had the migas. The food was terrific!! I can't say enough good things! Everything on the plate was delicious, and the homemade tortillas put it over the top. The only reason I'm not giving five stars is because the dining area was a bit dirty. Some of the tables needed to be wiped down, and the floor needed a good mopping.

Tiny Boxwoods is one of Houston's staple brunch spots! With their greenery, cocktails, and solid…read morebrunch food, you can't go wrong with spending a Saturday or Sunday here with friends. My only caveat is that I've never been here without having to wait in a long line to order. It's popular for a reason though. The lush garden makes for a great patio ambiance when the weather isn't too hot. Food wise, I'm a fan of their burger, crab cakes, house chopped salad, and you can't come here without getting their famous chocolate chip cookies. I honestly wouldn't judge anyone who comes here just for cocktails, good vibes, and chocolate chip cookies. They are always warm, gooey, and the right amount of chocolate chips. Cheers!

Tiny boxwoods has always been such a wonderful retreat to dine at and bring visitors from out of…read moretown to impress them with Houston's decadent food scene. I convinced some friends who had never been, that while it may be pricey- it is one of the best places to get a home made biscuit and be amongst the greenery! Little did I know- THE BISCUITS ARE NOW FROZEN. F R O Z E N. B I S C U I T S. Whoever is responsible for this needs to be arrested. I was heartbroken and embarrassed. I won't be going back for the overpriced salad and sad biscuits and I will be warning everyone I know about the travesty that has happened at this once reputable establishment. It's still fine don't get me wrong, but there are so many other options I will be recommending where the quality matches the price. Whoever did this better leave Tinys milk and cookies alone.

My name is Sam Alix and I frequent the West U Adair location after church on Sundays. Not only is…read moreAdair's food fresh and delicious, service is second to none. Spencer, Charlie, and the rest of the regulars make the experience very welcoming. As a Veteran, Adair offers a discount as well. Looking forward to oir next visit. Agape. Sam Alix

Such a cute place. They took over the old Vietopia location. We were there for happy hour. I…read moreordered the Campechana - tangy mexican seafood cocktail / shrimp / redfish / avocado / house-made tortilla chips which was delicious and the Hummus - wild mushroom / garlic tahini / pomegranate / grilled homemade bread which was also good. The waitress/bartender might have been new and may have been slightly overwhelmed with all the ladies so the service was a bit slow but she was polite and tried her best. I would come back.