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    On The Kirb

    4.2 (89 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Banana Bread Pudding
    Jarek M.

    Organic food ... yes please! Visiting 3rd location! Service and atmosphere: Our server was very friendly, professional, food and drink knowledgeable and made us feel welcome throughout the entire experience. The restaurant is well designed, decorated, clean and inviting. They offer good number of TVs to watch sports too. You can dine inside and outside. Food and drinks: Outstanding in both areas. We are thrilled to have found this organic food eatery. Its farm to table organic certified style is what attracted us the most. Additionally, they use beef tallow upon request, bye seed oils! The food selection was great and foods ordered were presented well and prepared with care. All dishes were well seasoned and had good flavours. Using flour from Italy for making in-house pizza is worth noting. We didn't try their cocktails but they looked good on the menu. Pricing: $$ - not overpriced at all for the quality of products provided. We will definitely become regular customers at their restaurants.

    HH chips and dips
    Victoria M.

    This is our current game watching venue of choice. Use to go the the location on Kirby, but the parking there is booboo. Ample shared parking, lots of seating options (we do make reservations), tons of TVs and good food! Service has always been pretty good; occasionally they get slammed and it backs up a bit but overall no problem. Managers are usually helping and monitoring the floor regularly. Faves include the pizzas, nachos, pretzel, and salmon.

    Diem A.

    On The Kirb has a fun, lively vibe that is great for brunch. The mimosa towers were enormous and served in a super tall, cylindrical pitcher. The nachos were just okay, but the truffle fries were amazing and crispy and dipped in the delicious ranch was mouth watering. Service was a bit slow at times, but everyone was friendly. The restaurant is very spacious with a nice patio seating area as well. There's plenty of free parking too.

    Avocado toast
    Tia S.

    Absolutely love this place for game night, happy hour and even brunch. I visited over the weekend recently both Saturday and Sunday for brunch and both visits were amazing. The food is always fresh and delicious and the presentation is top notch. The service is also friendly and fast. The avocado toast and the off menu brunch boards are highlights for brunch and the truffle fries are a must anytime!

    Wings!
    Howard C.

    Usually, sports bar food is kinda meh. Low expectations, right? It's all about watching games? I tell you what - the one place that I know of that bucks this trend is On The Kirb. The food is LEGIT. My main go-to is usually the shrimp cavatappi pasta. Delicious. But I've also tried the pizzas before. They're tasty! And the wings! And the chips 'n queso? I recommend adding the ground beef in the queso. Yummyyyyyyy Service was also off the charts. I was there to watch a game of my friend's alma mater that wasn't on any of the TV's and was hard to find a way to make it work and not get some other customer there at least somewhat irritated. The manager, Gavin, kindly explained this to me but said, as soon as my friend arrived, he would try to find a way. True to his word, as soon as my friend arrived, there was Gavin coming to our table and he figured out a way for our game to be on one of the screens! Highly impressed by this service instead of the typical "sorry we just can't do this today" that I might get elsewhere in a similar situation. From a sports bar perspective, this is a good place if you have one main game that everyone wants to watch. It's become a tradition for me to watch Longhorn games here with my UT buddies. The food truly sets it apart, which is important because for all those coming to join who may not be as into sports, there needs to be more than just sports that appeals, and the food seriously appeals. It's smart to set a reservation ahead of time, if possible. Also, there is a good amount of parking, as this Greenway location is part of a bigger plaza. I'm also a fan of the Kirby location for the same food reasons, but Greenway has more parking. I'll be back! This remains a serious go-to place for me for those one-game viewing gatherings with friends.

    Truffle Fries
    Jan M.

    Second time here. We sat outside this time. Great weather and atmosphere. Friendly and welcoming waiters. Great menu options.

    Chips & Queso
    Daisy A.

    Pretty good place with drinks and food! Decent seating inside and out for a sports bar. Plenty of parking in the shopping center, and lots of people going in and out during this time. I went during lunch time for some lunch with a friend. Service was friendly and pretty quick. We shared a chips and queso appetizer which was supper delicious. For entrees, we had the shrimp tacos, the chicken wrap and a side of fries, which all in total was decently sized and more than enough for us both. They were all delicious and the fries were a nice crispy you don't see nowadays. Would definitely come back to try more options and actual drinks, maybe during the evening.

    Open!
    Allison L.

    As a fan of On the Kirb on Kirby and in Midtown, I was excited to see the new location in Greenway Plaza right on 59 outbound! They opened middle December for their soft opening. The grand opening is scheduled for January 10, 2025. Emily was our attentive server. I got a seasonal apple pie tini that she recommended. Good choice! Chips & queso, truffle fries, giant pretzels are some of my go-to-must-order items. This is in the old Cafe Express and Valencia's spot between Potbelly & TDECU. This location has the same great staff, same ambiance with the dark stained wood booths, and most importantly, the same great menu items & cocktails! Met some friends here on a Saturday evening. They have perfect tables for larger groups. This location is not listed on their website yet, but check them out on instagram. With the daily specials, great happy hour menu, and perfectly cooked pizzas, this is the place to go for fresh ingredients, organic options, and sports. The front patio is covered and larger than the Kirby location, so you can sit outside year round. Congrats to OTK for opening y'all's fourth location!

    Caprese burger
    Courtney W.

    I was so excited to see a new On the Kirb location because I have always loved their happy hours. I think this new location has some kinks to work out. I love the space, it's big with a lot of TVs, a great place to watch a game. Server was really nice, but it did take a long time to get water, I think she just forgot the first time we asked. I ordered a caprese burger and requested it be cooked medium. The meat was definitely over cooked, there was zero red in the middle of the patty. The patty was kind of salty. I like the caprese toppings. The fries are tasty but the serving is kind of stingy. I think many other entrees are better, especially the pizzas. Overall, a little pricey for what I got. But the HH deals are great. We went on a Friday and it's half off wine bottles on Fridays which is a good deal.

    Falafel & Veggie bites with hummus
    Michelle B.

    First day of work so of course I had to try a new place. There is a decent size patio and plenty of tables inside. We were quickly sat even at prime lunch time in the Greenway area. We started off with the falafel and veggies. Honestly decent amount of veggies and falafels provided. I'd have liked a bit more flavor in the hummus but overall not bad. For my meal, I had the chicken shawarma wrap. The thick pickles honestly through me off. The chicken flavor was great through. The waitress was sweet but considering we were one of about five tables in the restaurant I wondered where she was most of the time. I'd have liked a bit better of service for the number of guests. Overall I'd go back once they maybe have a bit more experience.

    Chicken Club Wrap
    Kate D.

    I'd say a 4.0 is pretty spot on. Ambiance is nice as it's not too fancy but feels like higher quality (tshirt and jeans type). Pizza was decent, although texture wise was a little softer than we would have liked. The salmon dish was best of the plates ordered (nice crust and not overcooked!). Fish tacos good, nothing to really write home about. Chicken wrap was fine but price point felt a little off. Ordered a good amount of beers and drinks but I would say go during happy hour to really get a better experience and bang for your buck. Service was strange? The host was super friendly and checked on us which felt nice but our server was hard to come by. I'd say it's a nice one time go type of restaurant.

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    Our server was Shelbi and she was a great help with the menu and made solid recommendations. Will be dining here again!

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    My favorite place in Houston! Food and service is great, our cool bartender Kaira is amazing and bilingual

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    On The Kirb

    On The Kirb

    4.3
    (838 reviews)
    1.1 mi
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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 & Tavern

    Ducky's Pizza & Tavern

    4.2
    (61 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Free parking

    i've been to Ducky's Pizza & Tavern so many times with friends, and it's always a solid go-to. it…read morehas that relaxed, slightly industry-heavy montrose vibe that just makes it easy to hang out and stay awhile. alex is a great server! super friendly, attentive, and always makes the experience better. food-wise, the montrose pizza & asian wings are easily the best thing on the menu. i literally have to order them every time. their specialty pizzas are also really good, with a lot of fun options that don't feel basic. i like coming here when i want a different vibe from Ducky McSweeney's! it's a little more laid-back but still has great energy. their cocktails are always on point, but if i'm not in the mood for that, i'll usually go for a sauvignon blanc. overall, it's just one of those reliable spots you can count on for good food, good drinks, and a chill atmosphere with friends.

    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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