Clean restaurant, nice atmosphere. Service was just OK. When I walked in I stated hello to the…read moreserver, waiting for a response from her and after a few awkward seconds of looking at me she finally stated, how many? Really, that was my welcome?The restaurant had a few customers for the early Saturday morning. I was sat at a table that was very wobbly. The server had to notice because she moved the table around before seating me. Really, all these empty tables and you sit me at the wobbly one. I ordered a hot tea and ice water. The water for the tea tasted like it came from the coffee pot. Restaurants need to learn not to use the same pot for hot water that is used for coffee. I get bad indigestion if I drink any amount of coffee. So much so I now state I am allergic to coffee. So restaurants, please stop mixing the pots without doing a deep cleaning. I also ordered "The Southerner". It has 2 sausage patties, 2 eggs over medium served on a split biscuit, covered with sausage gravy and a side of grits. I requested the gravy to be on the side. The eggs were cooked great, sausage patties also great. The biscuit they were on had an odd taste. Didn't taste like the biscuits were baked, maybe fried? That would probably explain the biscuit being tough. The sausage gravy was not good. The gravy was thin/runny with cut up pieces of the sausage patties, but it lacked the sausage flavor. The grits were also very soupy. I had pushed my full cup of hot tea to the edge of the table, the server either didn't notice or just didn't care. I was only asked once if I was needing anything else, and since she didn't ask about my full cup of tea, I wasn't going to say anything. When she came over to the table she asked if I needed anything, I stated No, I am done. She asked if I wanted my check, and I paid my tab. They do advertise Bloody Mary's and other breakfast cocktails but I didn't have any of those. The location is good, area outside for the kids to run and play. Seating outside also to watch the kids. I think I would only return to this place if I am invited out to brunch with my group of friends. Otherwise, would be a long while before I return, being hopeful things have improved.

We had a great Sunday brunch experience at Brick and Spoon in Texas City. Unlike most Houston bunch…read morespots, we didn't have to wait to be seated -- Got there at around 10:30am and immediately got seated at a table for two! They have an incredible selection of Bloody Mary's and they can even be customized with tons of toppings. I stuck with water this go around but ordered the Grown Up Grilled Cheese with fries. The toast was perfectly toasted and the ingredients on the grilled cheese made for a perfect brunch sandwich. Fries were super crispy and yummy too. This is a great spot for anyone who enjoys a good local spot with fresh menu options for sweet or savory preferences. Great atmosphere and nicely decorated. Highly recommend. Only reason for 4 stars is the wait staff was a bit all over the place but I'm sure it was just them trying to remain on top of providing a quick brunch service.

I've been wanting to try Red Oak Cafe for a while…read more I love their back story and Christian theme. My friend & fellow elite and I arrived on a Saturday around 11AM and didn't have to wait for a table. I had the Big Breakfast which includes 2 pancakes. They have so many different mix-ins for their pancakes, anyone's bound to find their perfect mix-in combo. I think I found mine with the banana pecan mix-ins and sides of strawberry butter. The pancakes are huge. I ended up taking one home. The bananas weren't too sweet and had the perfect amount of ripeness for the pancakes. I ended up getting 2 sides of strawberry butter but could've easily eaten like four of the small . The biscuit with the big breakfast was fluffy and delicious especially with the yummy strawberry butter. The eggs over medium were cooked perfectly. The cheddar jalapeno grits were a little bland but did the trick. I tried my pal's hash browns and they were perfectly seasoned and thoroughly cooked but not crispy. The hash browns are definitely the better option over the grits. The bacon was delicious and perfectly crispy. I asked the waiter for crispy but not burnt bacon and he got it just right. The restaurant was warm and inviting. The waiter was super personable and helpful. I felt like I was at breakfast Disneyland. I was able to get anything I wanted with no problem and with the kindest most helpful attitude from the waiter. I look forward to returning!

The Food was amazing!!!! Order egg white scramble with toast and grits and they made them with egg…read morewith yolks, sent it back and it was made correctly. Lots of great food items on menu, they serve breakfast and lunch. I will return and dine in again. Great Customer service and ambience nice and comfortable and clean

This cafe was adorable. The food was not only flavorful, but beautifully presented as well. I…read moreordered the Tostada Sunrise with a side of cheesy grits to start, then treated myself to a snickerdoodle cookie and a hot white chocolate chai with oat milk to round everything out. The cookie was baked to soft perfection. I went with a friend who thankfully knew to join the waitlist about an hour before we planned to arrive, which made the wait very manageable. Had we not known that important little tip, we probably would've been waiting close to an hour. Overall, it was such a pleasant experience, and I'd definitely go back again.

Let me preface this review by stating that I have been to this establishment multiple times & had…read moreglowing, amazing service each time. However, my last experience with this establishment left a horrible taste in my mouth. Therefore, I am giving them an extra star for the previous experiences. On May 17th, 2026, my best friend and I had been looking forward to coming to Water Oak all day and had our taste buds set for the occasion. We were famished and had quite a day up until arriving. Upon entering the restaurant, we were very briefly greeted by the a Hispanic man who I assume is the manager and told that they were "no longer seating for the day". I glanced around and saw that every table inside WAS seated, however there were many tables outside that were empty. I asked about the patio stating that us where we preferred to sit anyway, and was met with that they were also not seating the patio at all for the rest of the day. However, there was a group of 3 women seated outside on the patio at that exact time. I didn't say anything, simply turned and left. After having "one of those days" hashing out something so minute with a person who clearly didn't want us in their place of business was not something I was about to do. Keep in mind, we came on a Sunday afternoon. Prime brunch time. We arrived at the restaurant around 2:30PM, and their website says they don't close until 4PM. I am a biracial black woman and my friend is white. I noticed a significant amount of White and Latino patrons, but a shocking lack of Black people. With Houston having one of the most diverse populations in the US, it is almost impossible not to see at least one individual of each ethnicity in a place at any given time. I am definitely not one that likes to pull the race card, because oftentimes that is not the issue. However, as someone who is familiar with the service industry I understand Sundays can be extremely overwhelming. And I am cognizant that not everything is that serious. But, I am also aware that a lot of people in the industry discriminate against people of color, with stigmas that we don't leave enough gratuity or we "don't fit the vibe of their establishment". And those 3 women seated on the patio? All White. After reading recent reviews, it seems that management is discriminating against people of color, more specifically Black folks. This is an extremely disheartening and sickening realization to make, seeing as I have given well over $1,000 worth of my money here but also enjoyed many meals without issue. To management: It breaks my heart to have to write this review and to be honest, I wouldn't have written it if I hadn't seen others posting about similar experiences in addition to also feeling discriminated against. I highly suggest that if you are "not seating" after a specific time, you announce this via social media or alert potential patrons with a sign or something of the sort. & obviously, there is such an issue with treatment towards POC that it is a noteworthy problem via your Google & Yelp reviews. You will have a much bigger fish to fry on your hands if you continue to let this issue go on unrectified. I would be willing to return if I felt things were to be changed for the better in the future! Hopefully this review sparks a much needed conversation and brings attention to an area which needs work.

Love the cafe, can't book on Yelp any more, can't use the website. But the food is amazing.read more

Great place, hot , yummy food dozed portions served with a smile…read more Went there as we were in the area. Huge crowds , but prompt service , clean tables and very reasonably priced . If again in the area we will visit again. I had the hash it was 3/5 ok as the potatoes were boiled and loads of cheese and some seasoning but my daughter's breakfast quesadillas were the bomb . So good wit loads of mushrooms and veggies . The server was attentive and we were served with a smile .

I wanted to like this place, but overall it fell short. We came in for brunch and ordered the…read morechicken and waffles and the breakfast quesadilla. Unfortunately, neither dish impressed. My spouse said the chicken tasted off and not fresh, which was really disappointing. My quesadilla was pretty bland on its own, and while it came with salsa, it mostly just tasted like lime with very little depth. The pico was just average and did not add much. The staff was friendly when we first arrived, which we appreciated, but our server checked on us constantly about every few minutes even while we were actively trying to eat. It felt a bit overwhelming and made it hard to enjoy the meal, even as mediocre as it was. The ambience was also underwhelming, especially since the lagoon on the back patio was empty, which took away from the overall experience. Overall, not the best brunch experience and probably not somewhere we would return.

I love the place. Service is always great. They great you at the door. The food is delicious. The…read moreambiance is very relaxing. The bartenders are very nice and they remember you!

Best waffles I've ever had in my life. Make the trip…read more They import Pearl sugar for liege waffles and they are perfect. Crunchy outside, soft inside and amazing savory toppings.

Haven't been here since 2022 since we live far but have been thinking about it ever since. Food…read morestill delicious and no frills dining. Counter service with food delivered to you. We will always visit when in town. We love it!

If you're reading this trying to decide where to get a coffee, don't walk, RUN to your car because…read moreyou NEED to try this place. The only negative thing I have to say about this place is that it's TOO GOOD. So husbands beware... this is your wife's new favorite spot. The treats that are made are beyond delicious. They don't just have sweet treats, but they make brunch and lunch menu items for those who want a savory treat. This is the kind of coffee shop that you can sit and thoroughly enjoy the energy. Between the comfy couches, the loving energy from the employees, and the soft jazz that plays all day, this coffee shop can easily feel like a second home.

I am used to going to cafe and coffee shops in Houston, and because of the number of options you…read morecan usually find a great coffee spot, and separately a great breakfast place. Usually not the same location in my experience. Legal Brew is impressive with the quality of food/coffee, and the throwback to courtesy in service. I really enjoyed my omelette with all the fresh vegetables. Not sure the name but similar to minestrone, the bean soup was great as well. The Nutella Galette was next level and amazing! The Americano coffee was just right. This is definitely a new spot for me to get my breakfast on my days off.

Took myself on a solo date to The Toasted Yolk Cafe and had a good time. I went out on a limb and…read moretried the Alaskan Arnold which was enjoyable to my surprise. (Poached eggs are just not my thing). But, it was flavorful and better than I expected. The salmon was crispy in some places and flavorful all around. The sauteéd spinach was tasty but the english muffin was a little too soft. I also got a side of cheese grits because clearly I'm in my grits era and I'm not mad about it. I asked for a quiet booth to be away from everyone and got exactly what I wanted. My waitress gave me space without disappearing. She checked in with me just enough. Good experience overall. Good for a solo breakfast or brunch with friends. And, remember to checkout their fun cocktail menu, it's worth exploring.

TY always delivers on what's ordered. If an error is made... no need in being a jerk or anything…read more Just let them know and they'll do what they can to accommodate. I enjoy it when it's more quiet, but business is obviously good at the moment. I always order the same thing... Eggs Benedict Arnold, with hash browns, and a coffee.

I have always been happy with anything from the menu, but being charged for a drink refill last…read moreFriday morning was an unpleasant shock. Not only was it a charge but it was a full charge, not even a small upcharge. I am just glad I didn't order coffee, I would probably paid more for it than the meal.

Discovered Black Bear Diner in Northern California on a business trip. Great for our whole group…read more We have been to this one in league city several times and have always been satisfied. Service has never been BAD. Food always as expected.

Great breakfast this morning at Main St Bistro after church. This was our second time here…read more Same friendly service in a very comfortable setting. They had a lot of daily specials to choose from. We both ordered from the brunch menu. I ordered The Alamo. A breakfast bowl Cheesy Hash browns, Bacon, Sausage and Ham covered with Gravy and Three Over Easy Eggs. My wife ordered the Le Bistro. Two Scrambled Eggs, Grits Bacon and an English Muffin. Such a great local spot have a meal with friends and family.

It's really hard for me to write this review & I'm teetering between 2 & 3 stars, BUT kindness goes…read morea long way with me so I'm giving 3. I've been wanting to try Main St. Bistro, so when my sister suggested it for Easter, I was down. We had a party of 7 (5 adults, 2 kids). We got there around 1:00 on Easter Sunday & didn't have to wait long even though it was busy. A man took our drink order. My brother-in-law asked to go ahead & order two appetizers. Our waitress, Natalie, came shortly after, introduced herself & confirmed the appetizers. We were brought 4 small cubes of banana bread, which felt weird since there were 7 of us. My toddler & my niece both had a whole one. The other two were split between 4 adults. My brother-in-law didn't have any. The appetizers came out fairly quickly & were gone just as fast. We finally ordered right at 2:00 after a little wait & indecisiveness. Then my son was done sitting in a highchair. My husband and brother-in-law took the kids outside. They played for a bit & walked two laps around the whole strip center. They came back, still no food. My son had a complete meltdown since he was both hungry & now tired, my brother-in-law asked if there was any way they could just rush my son's food. They did and he started eating, everyone was so hungry that they had some bites of his food as well. My mom went to ask the manager if our food was close to being ready. The answer was no, there was a whole list of orders ahead of ours. The manager was kind enough to bring us some spinach dip & apologized for the wait, explaining she was dreading today because the kitchen wasn't equipped for the Easter crowd. She assured us that they were working as fast as possible & we appreciated her honesty & effort. My mom went to her car & asked us to let her know when her food came. Our food finally started arriving at 3:17, and not all at once. My sister's meal came last. By this time my son was done & was getting restless while we had JUST started eating. The food itself was disappointing. My sister and I both ordered Benedicts. Mine (Boudin Benny) wasn't hot and was mushy instead of seared. Both of our poached eggs were undercooked. My sister's also had a large amount of cream cheese that wasn't listed and didn't taste good. Other issues: my mom's fries were cold, my brother-in-law said his chicken fried steak was no good. He ate it because he was hungry, and while my husband liked his sandwich & was happy with it, his fries were cold. My niece enjoyed her burger. My son's shrimp, fries, & macaroni were all hot and good... likely because they were rushed for him. It was 3:45 by the time we left. They close at 3. We received a 40% discount, but there was also a 20% automatic gratuity added, which some in our party didn't expect. Here's where they earn stars back... Natalie was great! She took great care of us & kept apologizing for the delay. We could tell that she felt bad, but it was not her fault. The manager also came by checking on us multiple times & got us settled as best she could. She brought us spinach dip while we waited & she made sure that my toddler got food very quickly after being asked about it. She did thank us multiple times for our kindness & patience. As did Natalie. I too, was appreciative of the kindness they showed us. Most of us have all worked in food service before & we understand that the wait staff can only do so much. We also understand being slammed in the kitchen & how fast paced they have to work in order to handle rushes. I appreciate the 40% discount... 20% after the tip. This review was based on one trip & I will update my review if/when I return. But this visit was definitely not a great experience & if it weren't for the kindness, I'd be leaving one star.