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    Goode Company Armadillo Palace

    3.8 (252 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Excellent food & desserts. Totally a Texas bbq vibe. Its the place you want to have on the list for lunch when you're close by.

    Char I.

    Um this place was a taste bit disappointing. Positives the venue is excellent and primed for a live music function. Now I've been to their sibling restaurant across the way Goode company seafood and it is rated GAF (good as f***) so to say the least. I had expectations. Service was kind of slow for them to not be busy. We started with as appetizer which was the guac. They do guac different but it tasted good. Now my food was mid o'clock. I ordered fried okra, a fish taco and fries. Fries are a miss, I don't like the breading, fish taco was good and the okra was absent of seasoning. The chocolate cake taste as though it came off the sodeco truck was defrosted and covered with candied pecans. I can skip dessert next time. I guess a positive was they atleast serviced it with blue bell vanilla ice cream. Now less than great food but I'd definitely come back for the venue and or the bar.

    Fried okra! So good!!
    Maggie A.

    We came to this place thinking we were going to eat bbq. As our waiter, Jacob, told us the same restaurant (next door) served bbq outdoors or to go, we decided to stay here and give it a try! We're so GLAD we did. We ordered empanadas, fried okra , and discada from the appetizers, and my husband had pork chop and sweet creamy corn. Jacob brought pecan pie as a "welcome" treat as it was our first time at this place! Everything we tasted was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor and good textures. Food had the right temperature and our waiter was beyond nice, courteous , and helpful ! The place is very comfortable, clean, great decoration and spacious! We are definitely coming back for the PORK CHOP! Wow!!

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    Natalie L.

    Great restaurant, we loved the large outdoor seating area, it was very refreshing with the giant overhead fans. We got the chicken tenders and the pork chops. I would definitely recommend the pork chops - they were really tender and flavourful. Although it would have been nice if it came with a side. Our server Jesse was great though, he was very nice and took the time to chat with us.

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    Shannon H.

    The chicken taquito things were delicious, my friend got the chicken skewers which I also loved!!!! Everything else we got was not bad but nothing phenomenal for me. Service was a bit slow but they were nice! My favorite thing about this restaurant by far was the country western theme! I am a Texas country girl at heart and this place made my heart feel at home!

    Feisty sandia
    Andrea P.

    First time back in years and Armadillo did not disappoint. Went with a few friends for a birthday celebration and all of us had a good time. Food was amazing and the drinks delicious. For dinner my husband and I ordered the table guacamole, fish tacos and empanadas. The tacos were too spicy for me so I did not enjoy them because I do not like spicy food. The guacamole was amazing. Make sure you ordered bacon with your guacamole. The chicken empanadas were also good. My favorite drink from the menu was the Feisty Sandia (I love sandia). It was perfect and very refreshing. Make sure you try it next time you go. Service was amazing! We were a big group and everything came out good, in time and the waitress did not make any mistakes. She did an amazing job. I will definitely be back for my feisty sandia and guac!!!

    Redfish
    Ashley B.

    Second review for armadillo. I love it here the red fish is consistently delicious, out of 10 times I've been here it's always tasted the same which is awesome. The only complaint is the service is SO SLOW. Usually at the bar the service is really quick but this time the server was SO SLOW and honestly kind of rude. The other wait staff were so nice and considerate but our waitress was really not great. We stay loyal to this place to support local businesses but the service needs to be better. Also valet only which is annoying because the parking lot is literally 4 steps from the restaurant.

    Ray V.

    Yes... we were in town for the Seahawk vs Houston game and yes... we won! Get over it :) We actually heard this is where the designated Hawk bar was tonight for some pre-game shenanigans... and what a great place it was! We had a half section of the outdoor covered area, and we had a blast with food, friends, and drinks! Our wait staff was phenomenal with keeping up on our orders and they allowed us to celebrate football the way we do... in a large pack! Had a variety of drinks from mules to margaritas to some whiskey shots. For the first time ever, had me the Green Spot Irish Whiskey, and man o man was it ever smooth! I'm a Jameson Black kind of guy, but this certainly was a treat. Apparently, not many places carry this, so just another reason to stop by and enjoy the atmosphere. We ordered the Shrimp Cerviche and dayuuuum! It was a perfect compliment to the house chips provided! Then we ordered some chicken Taquitos... and yes... a tasty treat they were! Did I forget to mention it was my birthday? Yeah... I have amazing friends and wife! Many shots were bought with many conversations... and that's what it's all about! A place to hang out with friend, Fam, great food, awesome drinks, and excellent service! Going to end this with... an awesome birthday treat and as always... Happy Cheering!

    Old fashion + House Margarita
    Morgan W.

    Ended up here on a whim actually shortly before they closed. Just enough space to be separated from other folks dining in. It's like you walked right into a what I imagine a western would be like. Chairs at the bar are cute! We sat at a table near the stage. Unfortunately, no one was on tonight. Our server was fairly new but she did a good job recommending options she'd eaten there. I ordered a chicken sandwich. My friend got the burger which were both pretty good. my old fashion was good but not great. No complaints about the frozen house margarita! The butter on the rolls is superb. Not pictured is dessert which we got to go. I can tell you the peach cobbler was great. It's extra for ice cream tho. Couple of other things to eye on the menu... the burger. The fish. And the flautas I believe were heavily ordered around us.

    Emily A.

    Went here for my birthday dinner and was happily impressed. The appetizers were amazing, we shared several including the guacamole, chicken skewers, chicken taquitos and ceviche. All were great. The food was the star of the show and I will be coming back for that chicken dish!! The ambiance was adorable decorated with lots of country items and felt very rustic but clean. The service wasn't great but we weren't in a hurry so it was fine in the end.

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    Tracy K.

    Met a friend here for lunch while visiting Houston at their suggestion. Very large place that can accomodate lots of people. Great outside space, perfect for relaxing and chatting in the January sun...probably not so much in July. We all had the burger and fries and it was good, not the best, but not the worst I've had. We also had the chicken skewers and deviled eggs and they were great, especially the skewers. Overall, we had a great relaxing time and would return again to enjoy the outside space.

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    Food & service great. Clean and relaxing inside and outside. Free parking. Wonderful and friendly employees.

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    The food is sooo good! Love the decor, great drinks, friendly service and all around fun place to be. And plenty of live music!

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    Perfect place to start our weekend in downtown Houston. Burgers were great and the Mac and Cheese was some of the best.

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    Place is awesome staff is amazing the chicken tender have tons of flavor can't wait to come back

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    Solid live music and a lovely atmosphere. Hats off to Goode Company for proving such a wonderful venue for upcoming artists.

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    This was my first time here. Was looking for a good chili and Their chili is fantastic. I had a hard time finding the front door though

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    Ask the Community - Goode Company Armadillo Palace

    Are dog allowed?

    Yes they are allowed on the outdoor patio

    Is there dancing and music even when there is no concert or live band?

    Are they back to full menu yet?

    It seem like they are back to their full menu. The sautéed crab is hit or miss though.

    Do they have high chairs?

    Yes!

    What days and hours are Happy Hour?

    I'm not 100% and they have no info on happy hour times on their website. Your best bet is to call them. Hope this helps.

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    Review Highlights - Goode Company Armadillo Palace

    She made an effort to show we were welcomed, even offered to take a picture of us in front of the huge armadillo.

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    I went for the first time with some friends who have been going there for many years. I had never…read morebeen to a blues club before, it was a lot of fun, you go to the bar to get your own drinks. They do not have food, we actually brought pizza in Side from Domino's next-door. We got there early so parking was easy. It's a small place, but there was plenty of seating and two pool tables. People were dancing and having a wonderful time. The band was a lot of fun as well. I would definitely go back. It was $10 cash cover charge on Friday night.

    This is a nice no-fuss, old fashioned live music venue that specializes in Blues and because it's a…read moresmall venue, you really get in up close and personal with the performers. There is a cover charge of $10 for most of the performances but if you check out their website and the calendar, some of the shows are free also. The crowd is mixed but as would be expected with the genre of music, it's older - I would guess the average age of the crowd on the night I was there was 50-60 but they were getting down and having a good time so that's the important part! Parking kind of sucks here so I would suggest coming in early and if you find something in the parking lot or by the mechanic shop, back your car in because people will likely park behind you and it'll be pretty tight getting out later. There is also street parking around the neighborhoods but check the signs to make sure you don't need a permit.

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    The Big Easy Social and Pleasure Club
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    Ovations Night Club

    4.3(10 reviews)
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    A wonderful Art-Deco themed venue for an intimate show. Truly a place to engage with the music, the…read moreperformance, and the people around. What a wonderful room to share one's stories in. Multi-use facility, for an Early Morning Service, a late afternoon Play, and/or an evening Jazz/R&B showcase... Located at the front of the Rice Village Shopping area, easily accessible from around Houston. They've been hosting live music and events for over 34 years!

    Ovations and Cezanne are the only places that can compare to the great music that is played on…read moreFrenchman St. in New Orleans here in Houston. It is not just jazz, but there are certainly many great jazz concerts here. I have seen Thomas Helton organize a recreation of the Miles Davis Nonent. Playing The Birth of the Cool from beginning to end. That has been one of my favorite concerts I have been to in Houston. I have also seen some benefit concerts and auctions that are always great fun. The vibe here is great. There are two levels. Tables scatterd on the first floor, and a balcony on the second with more tables and a bar. Often when I come, the place is packed, and people make a seat on the stairs. Which is actually pretty comfortable. Great seats throughout, and awesome acoustics. A hidden gem in the Rice Village area, and one of my favorite places to see a show.

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    The beautiful Art Deco Bar upstairs!

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    Scott Gertner's Rhythm Room

    4.1(122 reviews)
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    First time at Scott Gertner's Rhythm Room and I must say I had a grand time and will be returning!…read more I got invited by a friend for new artist Wednesday, one of the artists she's managing performed! And honey Mallory put on a show! We also got to hear a performance from Charlise, who put on a great show as well! The host was Mrs. Kollett and she is hilarious!! She is seriously talented, engaging, and welcoming. An entire vibe! She knew how to interact and work the room, a crowd pleaser if you will! Happy hour is every Wednesday and Friday from 7-8pm and every Thursday from 5:30-6:30pm. Select drinks and bites for 7 dollars each. Service was slow, but steady as the servers had several tables to attend to. Rhythm Room has a speakeasy feel, with intimate and sophisticated vibes. Perfect for date night, girls night, or whatever night you want it to be. Music lovers unite! Excited to return for more live music. Highly recommend checking this spot put! Enter at your own rhythm as the door reads!

    Started w/ Moscow mule for starters with a sweet wine named Caposaldo Moscato, Italy wine…read more Our shared meal we had the lamb chops (6,medium) and a side of Mac and cheese(needed thicker cheese but seasoning was tasty)next to what the sides are already included; which are the asparagus and honestly not so "crispy" potato's. Think they needed just a bit more time. The music was great and we will be back for more. Thanks to the staff for checking in on us. Spent about $98 in total for all of this.

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    This is the showroom of Scott Gertner's Rhythm Room, an intimate, live entertainment venue with delicious food.

    Scott Gertner's Rhythm Room - Lamb chops (6,medium) and a side of Mac and cheese and  the asparagus crispy potato's.

    Lamb chops (6,medium) and a side of Mac and cheese and the asparagus crispy potato's.

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