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    Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

    4.4 (1.3k reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSteakhouses
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Upscale
    Good for kids

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    Hot bread
    Lisa M.

    Recently experienced dinner at Pappas Bros Steak House, second visit. All in all it was a good experience. The servers were knowledgeable and attentive. The ambiance was quiet, dark and intimate. I started with an excellent old fashioned. Then we tried the beefsteak tomato as an appetizer. For dinner, we enjoyed tender filet mignon, creamy au gratin potatoes and tasty broccolini. And for dessert, we topped it off with the pecan pie - which seems to be a cake with pecans on top- it was warm and tasty. Pappas Bros is on my Houston's top steakhouse list. I recommend it.

    Au Gratin Potatoes
    Janet G.

    We were warmly greeted and taken to our table by Catherine. She is lovely. Welcoming, friendly and professional. She wished us a happy anniversary, which was a nice touch. We were celebrating our 32 anniversary. We've lived in Houston area for 20+ years but somehow have not dined at Pappas Steak. We saw Chris Shepherd loves it and decided it was anniversary worthy! The food was outstanding. We are foodies. My favorite places has been Steak 48, Brennen's and maestros. This is by far the best steak I've had. My hubby and I agreed. Amazing. The sides were good, although I do love 48's crème brûlée corn. We had the au gratin potatoes. And crab cakes. We also had few cocktails and wine. All were lovely. Leslie was our server. She was attentive without hovering. I'd ask for her for our next visit because her service could not have been better. She's an asset to PS. Big shoutout to Angel, Carlos and Alberto for keeping our water glasses filled, clearing our table and boxing our food. These 3 gentlemen were professional and very good. Very. The only negative is we were seated in the back room and it had a TV. Baseball game. And 2 other tables were cheering and color-commentating the game. We are Astro fans. But this was our anniversary so it was not romantic. That was a bummer.

    birthday cheesecake!
    Erika Z.

    I'm not the biggest steak connoisseur so take this review with a grain of salt I suppose Made a reservation for 2 at 6pm on a Saturday and when we arrived we had to wait about 5-10 min for them to prep our table. Not a big deal honestly. Our server Peter was very nice and seemed knowledgeable about the restaurant and the menu. I felt that the service was a good mix of being attentive without being overbearing. We tried the crab cakes to start which were yummy with the accompanying sauce. The filet mignon was cooked well (again idk steak that well but it seemed good to me) with basic seasoning. The haricot vert was also cooked very basically but I love a vegetable with my meal so I enjoyed it a lot. I also tried the lychee martini which I thought was alright but definitely a bit overpriced for what it was. Definitely a special occasion kind of restaurant. The ambiance feels kind of old school (not in a bad way) and the attire is definitely more nicer/business casual

    Dry aged Bone-In Prime Ribeye
    Nhi V.

    Classic flavors, a bit pricey. The most memorable dish was the dry aged ribeye. Perfectly cooked, nice crunch, aromatic dry aged flavor. We also got their crab cakes and crab mac and cheese. Good dollop of crab in each dish but nothing life changing. Very classic American flavors, and I would dare say the mac and cheese was a bit bland. For the price, portion was rather small - just enough for two. Dessert menu also contains all the classics: pie, cheesecake, creme brulee. Pecan pie was good portion but very very sweet.

    Old Fashioned
    Erik F.

    Over the top best steakhouse scene in Houston! The service, food, cocktails, wine, and lounge atmosphere (in the front bar area) ranks high. Live pianist playing classic lounge tunes on a baby grand set the stage, along with super attentive service from Valerie, Sara, and manager Jack. I started w my usual Old Fashioned and transitioned to a Brunello with my meal. The scallop starter was perfect as it has a hint of spice. While the daily chef special sounded amazing, I opted for the Bar Entree Filet, medium rare, and mashed. Another stellar Houston culinary experience for the books.

    Barbara M.

    The steak filet duo with crab bernaise and mushroom was outstanding!! The mountain of onion rings was eye popping. Their house salad was interesting with a pleasant edgy dressing and roots with greens. Since it was our birthdays' dinner, the complimentary birthday treats were extra special. Overall, a lovely evening!!

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    Adele C.

    We took the kids out for a nice dinner after reading reviews indicating Papa Bros. is kid friendly. And they were. The hostess and wait staff made us feel comfortable and welcome, and we saw several other families dining. This is a your typical clubby, dark wood, white tablecloth steakhouse. Pianist is the bar. Huge wine list. Excellent cocktails. Outstanding service but not overbearing or pretentious. The food was excellent as well. We started with the octopus and salads, then steaks and sides. My wagyu was melt in your mouth delicious. My daughter's lamb chops were perfectly cooked and flavorful. My husband said his New York strip was good but he feels like Ruth's Chris is more flavorful - maybe it's all the butter. Two of our children opted for the kids menu filet Mignon which was an amazing deal - 6 oz. Filet with fries for $30. The adults didn't have room for dessert but two kids ordered ice cream, which they enjoyed. We would return.

    Ayanna A.

    Very well Had such a great experience at Pappas Bros. Steakhouse. The atmosphere was classy and welcoming, the service was attentive, and the food was amazing from start to finish. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly.

    Filet Mignon, Prime New York Strip, Jumbo Lump Crab Mac & Cheese, Mashed Potatoes
    Benita G.

    I've always loved the Pappas chain and regularly visit Pappas Seafood, so for my birthday I decided to finally try Pappas Steakhouse--and it did not disappoint. From the moment you walk in, the entrance is beautiful and sets the tone for an upscale, luxurious dining experience. The service was very attentive from start to finish, making the evening feel special and well taken care of. The steaks were incredibly juicy, tender, and truly melted in my mouth. The sides were very well portioned and perfect for sharing. The octopus was not what I expected--in the best way possible--exquisite, flavorful, and a pleasant surprise. To end the night, the chocolate cake was absolutely delicious and the perfect finish to an amazing birthday dinner.

    Bryan M.

    Pappas Bros. Steakhouse is absolutely worth every bit of the praise it receives. If you are looking for a special occasion destination or simply want a steak prepared exactly how it should be this is it. Dining alone here still felt like a full experience from start to finish and never once felt overlooked or rushed. The service goes above and beyond and truly sets the standard for what hospitality at this level should be. Every interaction was polished attentive and thoughtful and it felt as though genuine care was given to making the meal exceptional. This is the level of service that should be expected in a restaurant of this caliber and here it is executed flawlessly. Each course was fantastic and memorable. The New York strip was cooked perfectly medium rare and packed with deep rich flavor. It was balanced beautifully and delivered exactly what a great steak should. Every selection throughout the meal felt purposeful and well executed. The wine list is as good as it gets and fully deserving of its reputation. The depth and quality of the selection elevate the entire experience and make it easy to find something truly special to accompany the meal. I cannot recommend Pappas Bros. Steakhouse enough. Whether dining alone or with others this is a place that delivers excellence at every level and stands as a benchmark for what a great steakhouse experience should be.

    1/24/26. This is what we ended up with. They added the second half still no claws/legs.
    Ali C.

    My husband and I are longtime, loyal Pappas customers and dine across multiple Pappas restaurants more than twice a month. Lobster is my favorite, and I've been ordering it at Pappas for years, so I'm very familiar with how it has traditionally been served. On Friday, 1/23/26, we went to celebrate our shared birthday and ordered a 4 lb lobster at $40 per pound. After being seated, we were informed the restaurant was experiencing electrical issues--steamers and fryers were down, the dining room was extremely cold, and staff mentioned the restaurant might not remain open. After waiting over an hour and a half, the lobster arrived and it was half a lobster cut lengthwise, with no legs and only one claw. The manager stated this now represents a "whole" lobster, which we found unacceptable given the price and wait. Before a replacement arrived, fire alarms repeatedly went off with evacuation announcements. Exhausted, and with my 76-year-old husband not feeling well, we asked for the lobster to be boxed to go. The next morning, we found it was simply two halves combined, dry and disappointing. Although the meal was comped, our birthday dinner was not the experience we expected. I appreciated the manager calling afterward to apologize. I sincerely hope Pappas reconsiders this method of serving lobster and restores the quality and presentation it has always been known for. Photos included for reference.

    Kalani S.

    My thoughts: This is a traditional long standing family own chain restaurant that is been around the Houston TX area through out the up and down of the economy. And any restaurant can survive the harsh business world is A OK in my book. Plus they do serve good steak and maintain a reasonable price. Here is my scoring card for this restaurant: 1) Location: ( 5 Point ) - Great location for customer to see and find. Great parking for street parking and back side with parking lot parking. With Valet parking. 2) Decoration : (4 Point) - They still have the original decoration. Clean and looks good 3) Price: ( 2 point)- The price is competitive but still a little bit pricey compare to other same stars and type food they serve 4) Quality and Taste : ( 3 point)- The quality is good, food taste is good and portions are good. 5) Type of cuisine standard : ( 4 point) - The style of steak house they serve is pretty close to the way it was prepare all over TX and better. Not bad! Overall it's not bad and I thinks it's great to give it a try and let me know what you think. Go foodies Total max is 25 Score 18 Stars = 72% round up to 3 stars

    Mark C.

    Very high end restaurant Very nice employees. Very very expensive. $19.00 martinis?? C'mon maam Here's the issue; I specifically went there for the turtle gumbo soup. I asked 2 employees if it was good and both looked at me like "seriously? Are you kidding??" Well for $26.90 for beef stew I was to say very very disappointed. I love snapping turtle soup and this was nothing more than Campbell chunky beef stew!!! Yuck. They really need to change their recipe and make it TRUE turtle soup OR simply rename it to beef stew!!!

    Scallops and crab cake. Eat the bread under the scallops

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    What doesn't go right at this place? It's the quintessential American steakhouse. Great service, excellent food, great wine. Timeless decor.

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    Went there and it had met all expectations. Service and food were great. The steaks are dry aged and menu had plenty of choices.

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    Is the 40 oz Porterhouse still available?

    Yes. It's not dry aged though.

    Do they still allow cigar smoking? I guess it's been many years since we've dined here you used to could smoke cigars at your table and in the bar?

    Not inside

    Is there a dress code?

    It's business casual and up

    Are there any Creekstone (halal) steak options at this restaurant? And if so, how far in advance does one need to be requested?

    Thank you for reaching out to us. The only Halal item we have available are our lamb chops. It is a Colorado lamb that is sourced from the Midwest. It is available year round on our full menu. We look forwaard to serving you soon.… Read more

    Can you share the steaks? They all seem huge!!

    There would be no problem sharing your steak. The servers would do anything to accommodate you. If you order the Japanese Wagyu it comes in 2 oz pieces with a 4oz minimum so that would be very easy to share, all sides are family style.

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    Steak 48

    Steak 48

    4.4
    (2k reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    Went here with a party of 8 for my daughter's graduation…read more Appetizers * Chicken Fried Lobster - 10/10 * Deviled Eggs - 8/10 * Braised Pork Belly - 10/10 * Calamari & Shrimp - 9/10 Entrées * NY Strip - 9/10 * Ribeye - 10/10 * NY Strip with Peppercorn & Oscar - 20/10 * Lamb Chops - 10/10 Sides * Corn Brûlée - 10/10 * Brussels Sprouts - 10/10 * Creamed Spinach - 8/10 * Hasselback Potatoes - 9/10 * Crab & Shrimp Mac & Cheese - 10/10 Drinks * Lavender Lemon Velvet - 20/10 * French 75 - 10/10 * Lemon Drop Martini - 10/10 * Strawberry Lemon Drop - 10/10 Desserts * Gelato - 8/10 * Caramel Cake - 9/10 * Red Velvet Bread Pudding - 10/10 This was my second time coming here. The first time was unpleasant due to the hostess, so I was a little hesitant coming back. But this experience was amazing from start to finish. The energy was warm and positive, the food and drinks were excellent, and everything we ordered was delicious. My daughter chose this restaurant for her graduation, and it ended up being a beautiful celebration Definitely glad we gave it another try Our Waiter was Amazing

    Went to Steak 48 for a birthday celebration and was excited as I had seen so many photos and heard…read moreof this spot, it is very well known. Located in River Oaks area, very elegant classy decor, a great interior to celebrate any special occasion. Service was good, no complaints there. Food however, was not up to par. Not worth the price. I ordered the Filet mignon and it was good but Perry's steak is better flavor wise. The sides were the most disappointing of all. The whipped Boursin potatoes are almost identical to boxed mashed potatoes. The macaroni and cheese was identical to boxed or velveeta. The red velvet dessert was ok, a bit too sweet and seems more like the frozen chocolate lava cakes you except red velvet. I couldn't believe it, I never thought I would have this kind of review but it is the honest truth. I will not be back here. It is not worth the hype.

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