I totally get the hype about this place! If I lived nearby, you can bet I'd work my way through…read moretheir whole menu. There's just something different about this style of sandwich. I've had sandwiches in NYC and Boston, but Tony's were definitely better! The menu is overwhelming because so much sounds good, so we went with two 7 inch sandwiches to split--one hot and one cold. Although a helpful tip from the cashier is that you can order any cold sandwich hot. We had the Lucky Luciano (hot) and the Sophia (cold). Both were really good--it was hard to choose between the two. But if I'm being honest, that cold sandwich was reminiscent of subs I loved in the early 2000s from places that no longer exist...with that super thinly sliced turkey, thick slice of Swiss cheese, and basil mayo--it really hit the spot. We also had a cannolo--not as good as others I've had. The bottled root beer was delightful. The Lucky Luciano was the kind of sandwich I came here for, and don't get me wrong, it is deliciously cheesy and will make your hands messy. But the Sophia is the kind of sandwich I'll be craving. My only regret was not taking a sandwich to-go for later. Open a location closer to Houston, please. :)

Many visits later it pains me to remove a star FOR BEVERAGE ISSUES ONLY (the food is still…read morefantastic). They are a pepsi place (booooooo!), and there's no diet pepsi (pepsi zero is their only zero calorie soda option). If you drink Diet Coke (most popular diet drink in USA), then you don't want diet pepsi, but you'll probably drink it if you have to; however, you're very likely to hate pepsi zero (and Coke Zero, too), so no soda for you here anymore! A full Coke setup that also includes Dr Pepper AND Diet Dr Pepper is ideal. I realize a pepsi fountain is more profitable because of distributor incentives, but pepsi is favored by almost nobody and hated by many...so is it really worth it? Tony's is so great that pepsi just does not fit in. Hopefully they don't deteriorate further and change to Wonderbread for all of their sandwiches. Bottom line: at the very least, please add diet pepsi to your soda machine if that brand remains in place.

My new favorite pastry shop. With added bonus it's close to home…read more I love the decor inside, including Vespa and romantic dining table set up. The lady behind the counter offered us a sampling of 4 different pastries they had including chocolate chip cookie and focaccia. We liked the focaccia and decided to order one. They were so nice and even threw in an extra one because they were the mini version. Anything with Nutella we are a fan. The huge morning bun with Nutella and the amply sized croissant with Nutella did not disappoint. They have a self serve water machine to quench your thirst because you know you'll need to with all that sugar being devoured. There is some outside seating but not much of a view. So we of course sat inside. I noticed the 2023 Yelp sticker on the door so obviously I'm late to the party but better late than never.

Tosca has an excellent breakfast…read more Amazing food, great service, and a lovely atmosphere.

100/10 so good if you are looking for something healthy, fresh and refreshing!…read more Workers at the restaurant were very knowledgable and and made sure we had everything we needed The ambiance was very clean and airy!

Love their food! Definitely a go to place for a salad or bowl!. Always fresh and delicious.read more

If you're looking for a new coffee shop with breakfast and pastry items, this is a must stop! The…read morecoffee shop appears to be well known by their regulars. It was quite busy after 10am. There's some seatings for 1-2 person tables. It was a nice visit! Good coffee and pastries... it's worthy to put on your must visit list.

10/10 -- My New Favorite Cozy Spot…read more I cannot say enough good things about Panicafe! This adorable little European café right down the street from my home has completely won my heart. I had enjoyed their food before, but this was my first time actually going in and sitting down -- and it was such a lovely experience. I stopped by on a Saturday after a nail appointment, planning to meet a girlfriend. I arrived almost an hour early, so I ordered a cappuccino and a small bite to eat and asked if it would be okay to sit and do a little writing while I waited. I was welcomed so warmly. Paola (one of the managers/owners) assured me it was absolutely fine, and she was so kind and attentive from the very beginning. The café itself is charming, cozy, and inviting -- the kind of place you can truly relax in. Once my girlfriend arrived, we decided to try the teatime option (which I didn't even realize they offered until I saw it on the menu!), and it was such a treat. We also shared a salad and ended up talking and catching up for nearly three hours. Not once did we feel rushed. It was the perfect atmosphere for meaningful conversation and connection. I've also visited on my own and had an equally wonderful experience. It's just as special whether you're meeting a friend or enjoying quiet time by yourself. The tea selection is beautiful -- I brought home some Lady Grey (I'm a huge Earl Grey fan), and it was absolutely delicious. Paola is truly a gem -- attentive, welcoming, and genuinely warm. That kind of hospitality makes all the difference. Hands down, 10 out of 10. Panicafe will always be one of my go-to spots. If you're ever in Spring, stop by -- and tell Paola that Latice sent you!

Love their Philly cheesesteak. The bread is fresh and makes it. Great chip selection and their deli…read moresandwiches are always solid. Service is kind and welcoming. Always a good go to sandwich spot!

Best hoagies in town. Friendly staff and great food. Authentic NE sandwich on fresh baked hoagie…read moreroll.

This was an unexpected stop! Easily missed if you didn't know a coffee shop is here!…read more A cute spot for breakfast plates, coffee, and alcohol drinks... interesting. Love the new coffee shop options in the area! We ordered the Matcha latte, honey sea salt latte (speciality drinks only come in 16oz) , and iced vanilla latte sugar free options. Good coffee! Book marking this spot! Plenty of outdoor seating and parking off to the side. Friendly staff :)

Are pocket coffee shops a thing? If so, that's what I'd call Oli's Cafe. The interior is quaint…read morewith seating for about 15 at most. However, personally, size doesn't bother me, I care about the experience. Idk how this spot achieved their current rating, but my experience was 5 stars. My drink (a specialty Cortado) was delicious, my empanadas warmed, and my pastries sweet. Although intimate the space was clean. Although the staff was on their phones the entire time they were unoccupied, they were attentive when guests showed up, and I can't see how I could hate on a spot with green mole and chicken empanadas! While there were plenty of coffee choices in the Creekside area, I'll certainly return to this one when I need a pick me up!

2.21.26 I came here with a friend for breakfast…read more First let me say it was a house that someone turned into a restaurant. And it is easy to pass right by it. You have to walk inside to be seated either inside or outside. It looked like rain so we chose inside. It was not busy inside. I think most people come and sit outside. (Maybe next time we will sit outside) Our waiter brought us a carafe of water. Which was great. We have never been there before and did not know the menu was on a QR code. After looking at the menu there were not a lot of choices for me to pick from with my allergies. I ended up getting the Belgian waffles w/pepper bacon. The bacon & waffles were good. The service was a little hit or miss. I would come here again when I am in the area.

My family wanted to take me out for brunch for my 50th birthday so I had to pick the best brunch…read moreplace I've ever been to! The weather was perfect and we were able to all sit outside. And even though it had rained the night before, we all had a dry place to sit :) The food, as always, was amazing! The staff went out of their way to be accommodating for those of us who had some dietary restrictions. And the kids LOVED the open field to go play in before and after they ate while the adults sat around being boring and just talking - lol!

I thought this place was wonderful! We had seen a few not great reviews but wanted to decide for…read moreourselves and we will definitely be back! It was beautiful! The ham and cheese pull apart was delicious and the sticky bun ( giant cinnamon roll) was fantastic! Rolls that big, I think, usually loose their flavor but not this one! Everyone was so nice and beautiful!

1. Service - staff was somewhat friendly, but not welcoming. When you come in, order and pay at the…read moreregister, grab a number and sit yourself. 2. Price - depending on what you get, it's $10-$20 for breakfast and roughly $5 for coffee. 3. Ambiance - this is the best part of the cafe. It is very cozy, petit, and the moment you step in, you want to sit and rest for a little bit. Dress code here is casual. 4. Food - I think my favorite here is the Croque Madame. The Almond Croissant was flavorless, the croissant is too big and dense, and the Quiche Lorraine looks appetizing, but it was also dense, hard, and flavorless. 5. Cleanliness - dining area looks clean. SUMMARY I am not exactly in love with the food here. It seems very bland. Some people like that I'm sure. I may give it another try one day, but not anytime soon.

First time trying Portillo's and wow -- I was impressed. I ordered a Chicago-style hot dog (no…read moreonions, peppers, or pickles), a chili cheese dog, a medium fry, a chocolate cake shake, and a slice of their chocolate cake. The hot dogs had great flavor, and I liked the amount of toppings. The quality was solid, with a nice snap to the bite. The fries were mediocre nothing special But the real stars of the meal were the cake shake and the slice of chocolate cake. The hot dogs would make my rating a 4 but the cake slice + cake shake bumps my review up to a solid 5! I wasn't expecting the shake to be that good -- it was loaded with pieces of cake in every sip. The chocolate cake itself was moist, airy, and rich without being overly sweet. It had the perfect balance between cake and frosting. I'll definitely be back and making this a regular treat.

First heard of Portillo's at the car show at Reliant stadium a few months back as they had a vendor…read morebooth in the arena and they handed out info about the place. Just been so busy but finally got time to go and try. I will say that I wasn't impressed overall. But I also knew I was going for a hotdog and my friends were gonna order a broiled chicken sandwich. First from outside the bldg looks nice and modern and has a diner vibe. Inside looks diner/retro sorta and plenty of seats inside and outside. Overall appearance looks good. Staff friendly and welcoming and helpful with our questions since first time visitors. My main issue is they are pretty much à la carte. But do have a few combos on a center menu bar. but it didn't list all items or show all items available in combo form. I asked cashier if I had to order each item separate and she said yes. So my hotdog was $3.89, reg fries $2.99 and drink $2.49 so a total of $9.37 before taxes and the broiled chicken sandwich $7.19 so a total of $12.67 ea. Total for all 3 was $37.57 The hotdog had no size choices meaning regular or 100% beef frank or larger size. So the hotdog I got was a regular sized hotdog and the bun and toppings were bigger in size and portion then hotdog. The broiled chicken looks like a half of piece of a chicken patty, very small for the price. Way smaller than other fast food places like a chic-fil-a, Whataburger or Popeyes. The fries were actually really good but I wanted onion rings so when I asked the cashier if they were real onions cut up and battered or even pre frozen but real onion rings and not fake onions rings like BK she said no they are not real onion rings so I passed on ordering them. Once we went to the drink station they were out of sweet tea, and didn't have lids to fit the cups they gave us. I got a soda and then when I picked up our food I saw a drink station for drive thru and asked cashier if she could give me a sweet tea and she did but it didn't taste good at all so I decided to drink the root beer I originally poured. Trash bins were full, my table was clean but the seat I had to wipe down crumbs before sitting down. They had a lot of workers behind the counter not sure why there wasn't one or two in dining room cleaning and taking trash out and restocking drink station. Over all the hotdog did taste ok, but as a comparison the Chicago dog I use to get at James Coney Island with the option to upgrade to a beef frank is way better overall. They really should add an option to upgrade to a bigger dog. The chicken sandwich overall tasted good but very small and over priced. Due to portion size and higher prices compared to what you can get at other fast food places with larger portions I probably won't return.

I don't normally review chain restaurants but since they have so few locations in Houston, and…read morethey're a little unique, I felt I should. I had a blimpie near my house when growing up but it had been nearly 20 years since I've been to a location and tried their sandwiches. This location also happens to be very close to home, so it was only a matter of time before I visited. This location is pretty small and cozy, with a small section of old style carpet in the dining area up front which you rarely see in fast food restaurants, much less any restaurant, these days. I tried their 12" meatball parmeseana on parmasean flat bread as recommended by the sandwich maker. The sandwich itself was great and messy, unfortunately the meatball is not mostly beef like you might think. It's mostly pork with maybe a hint of beef. Service was excellent and the guys behind the counter are pretty quick and efficient when making sandwiches. Needless to say, I will just stick to a regular sliced meat sandwich next time as I feel they've changed their recipe for their meatballs over the years.

This was my first time eating a Blimpie and will not be my last. This was the B E S T Italian sub…read moreI've ever had. The service was amazing, I loved the inside of the store too it old school vibes, the ambiance was amazing. I'm moving 30 minutes away, but this is definitely worth driving for when I'm craving a fresh delicious sub. I added oil, vinegar, and mayo to my sub. Which made it messy but was definitely worth getting all over my hands and mouth. They have a clean spacious bathroom that I was able to wash my hands in. I went around 10am when they first opened.