Very good, authentic, and fresh Italian food that is local to the Spring area. Nothing fancy, just…read moregood food and service. Highly recommend.

I've been coming to Italian Cafe for years, and it's disappointing to see how much it's changed…read more This used to be one of my favorite places because the food was always fresh, flavorful, and the portions were generous. Now the portions are noticeably smaller, several of my favorite dishes are no longer on the menu, and the food just doesn't have the same taste it once did. It's not bad, but it's become pretty average. I really hope they bring back the quality, menu, and generous portions that made so many people love this place.

Beautiful place to visit! Ride the Trolley and have a great time doing so. Walked and the ambience…read morewas very calm. Will return back again!

One of my favorite outdoor art statues in The Woodlands. The quote makes you think:…read more "The doves fly like children released. They first flutter, then gain strength and finally rise. Each release - to their first school, to driving, to a spouse - is with hope that they will soar. Some, however, must be released forever with hope that our goodbyes are not the end." If you are a parent, you should really go and see this one and reflect on your children.

I visited here for an event and we sat in the banquet room. The employees served the group, but we…read morewere able to grab our own desserts. The entree consisted of chicken parmeseana, alfredo with penne pasta (no protein) and shrimp fusili (or possibly a rotini), and breadsticks. They offered 3 different types of cheesecake: vanilla bean, strawberry and turtle. The shrimp fusili was a warm dish, while the alfredo was room temperature. Only the chicken parmesean was heated properly upon serving. The best tasting entree was the parmesean, while the shrimp dish barely had any shrimp and they were all overcooked anyway. The alfredo was the worst dish. Breadsticks were good though. I tried the vanilla bean cheesecake, although it tasted just like a plain cheesecake. I also tried the turtle cheesecake which was the best. All choices had an oreo crust and they tasted homemade. The servers were fairly friendly, but one instance when a tablemate asked for hot tea, they brought an iced tea...she then asked again and the woman server was quick to say in an elevated voice we don't have hot tea. Overall, the food was okay but I can't say I tried anything delicious that would make me want to return on my own one day.

Pallotta's is my all time favorite Italian food restaurant. Food is always fresh and service is…read morealways great. The staff is very knowledgeable about everything is offered. I also love that the staff has been consistent here for years. That speaks volumes about this owner. Also, if you're in need of a banquet hall, look no further. The banquet hall in my opinion is very intimate for a small to medium gathering. There are some really good menu options available for catering in the event hall. Give Pallotta's a try!

We had dinner at Papa Amadeos with a party of four, and it was an outstanding experience from start…read moreto finish. The service was attentive, professional, and refreshingly unhurried. We never felt rushed through our meal. Each course arrived at just the right time--only after the previous plates had been cleared. It was a pleasure to enjoy a restaurant that understands the pace of a great dining experience. The homemade pasta was exceptional, and you can truly taste the difference. The sauces were vibrant, perfectly seasoned, and clearly made fresh. Every dish at our table was excellent. If you're looking for authentic Italian food, outstanding service, and a relaxed dining experience, Papa Amadeos is well worth a visit. We'll definitely be back!

What am I missing? I am stunned at the level of consistent gushing reviews of this place. There…read moreare so many wonderful places to eat in the area and this just didn't cut it for us. First is the ambience. There was an oddly placed parquet floor and a monitor showing dolphins swimming? Wtf? The bread was, and I don't say this lightly, the worst. I mean, it's bread...seems like low hanging fruit for a restaurant. Suffice it to say, the meal did not make up for the shortcomings. I mean hey, if this is what you're into with all of the other top-tier options available nearby then knock yourself out. As for me and mine, Papa Amadeos will remain an odd, perplexing enigma that we will choose not to revisit.

It was our first time to Galveston and this was the perfect mix of learning about the town and…read moreexperiencing some of the local restaurants. We wanted more at each restaurant, but by the time we did all the stops and had desert then we were full. Rachel was knowledgeable and shared in a fun way.

Our tour guide, Rachel, was the perfect Galveston insider to guide us through our first visit to…read morethe island. She brought her personal love of the town, mixed it with the historical knowledge we were hoping for and paired all of that with a variety of foods from locally owned restaurants. Variety and Quantity lots and lots of it. We highly recommend the Taste of The Strand Food Tour.

Finally back to attending the Yelp events!…read more I have been to Sweetgreens before, I like it so was really excited to learn of one more in Woodlands. This one's located in the Market Street, a great place with some really upscale shopping stores like Hermann Miller, Louis Vuitton, Gucci etc. Being vegetarian we got the Hummus Crunch and the Guacamole Greens without the chicken in it - for togo. The girl at the counter was super sweet and really fast. She was soo well trained she made both salads at the same time not looking up the ingredients even once, that was verry impressive. She gave us the hummus and the salad dressing on the side so it won't get soggy by the time we ate.  The salads were crunchy with just the right amount of proteins and greens. The standard they maintain in keeping the ingredients fresh still continues without compromise. They actually have the fresh vegetables displayed neatly in the background of the cooking station.  The drinks complemented the food very well and went down nice and cold.  There is plenty of parking and unlike Rice Village its free.  While we were there, a huge lunch crowd kept pouring in either for a to go or a dine in. Its pretty popular and definitely worth a try - am sure you will keep returning, like I do.  Thank you Sweetgreens and Yelp for organizing this event.

Thank you Yelp and Brittany for setting up another elite week. I'm always grateful to try a new…read moreplace for the low price of free.99 lol. I came on a Saturday afternoon without realize how busy this shopping center gets. Parking took some time and I ended up having to park in the HEB parking lot. Not sure if that's allowed but my car was there when I came out so thumbs up. There was a steady line inside Sweetgreen that could have moved faster if they had another employee working the line. There was only two girls working. The girl that was serving me was very friendly and walked me thru my options. I decided to try the caramelized garlic steak bowl. This comes with sweet potatoes, spicy broccoli, tomatoes, wild rice and a pesto vinaigrette. As this sounds good, the flavors didn't really come together. I think the issue I had with this dish was everything was different temperatures. The steak was room temp and didn't have any hit of garlic. The wild rice tasted old and was crunchy. The sweet potatoes were hot, like freshly made. The spicy broccoli was refrigerator cold. Then the tomatoes were room temp. Not sure if this was suppose to be a hot or cold bowl. I might give this place another try but not anytime soon.

This is a hidden gem! As soon as you walk in, you get mom and pop vibes which reminds me of a lot…read moreof the spots back in update New York where I'm from. The staff was so welcoming and pleasant. Our server was kind and attentive. Every single thing we got was amazing. The stuffed mushroom caps were incredible. I don't know what they were stuffed with but I would go back just for those. Even the caesar salad was SO good. All 3 of us could not stop eating it. I had the gnocchi with light red sauce and alfredo on the side. The red sauce was good but I did prefer the alfredo. My friends had chicken parm and one of the lasagnas and both said they were amazing. A table nearby got a pizza that not only looked great but smelled sooo good. We cannot wait to go back and try everything else.

We had a light lunch at Lasagna House-1960, to enjoy their Italianliciousness and also see Matt…read moreVernon for a light lunch. We also have a book-signing while there, for anyone who would like the book I wrote titled, "My Story - My Life" - Anecdotes & Amusements. Shannon is our server, and we started off with waters and their Garlic Bread, which is very Garlickylicious with lots of Garlic. This Garlic Bread makes your mouth drool as you enjoy each bite, then lick your fingers after eating just one piece - that Garlic is delicious. Then you go back for more, licking your fingers after each one you devour. I just made my mouth drool a little. We visited with Matt and Shannon for a while. Then we ordered their "STUFFED MUSHROOM CAPS"; Mushrooms stuffed with Spinach, Italian Cheeses & Crawfish topped with melted Mozzarella. We LOVE this dish, and it always comes out perfectly baked with a lot of Stretchy Mozzarella and some Mighty Tasty Mushrooms. I also ordered their House Salad with House Italian Dressing. My salad and the STUFFED MUSHROOM CAPS were served at the same time, and my Wife and I started in on those Mushrooms. This Cheese does stretch way up high, like you need a pair of scissors because it's hard to break; it just keeps wrapping around and around. But that's okay because you just get more to enjoy. These STUFFED MUSHROOM CAPS are one of the favorites enjoyed by Lasagna House, and once you try it, you know why. Right when Lasagna House opened for lunch, there were lots of customers coming in to eat and also picking up To-Go orders. This place is busy. There is also some soft background music playing, creating a very relaxing, comfy atmosphere while you are enjoying some of the finest Italianliciousness around. Shannon and Matt earned the "Dollar-Bow-Tie" Award and will keep it with the others they were awarded. All the Staff at Lasagna House-1960 are the Best at what they do, and they do it very well. Check out Lasagna House-1960, - Whatever you order will make your mouth drool, and they do provide you with large napkins. We were there for a couple of hours enjoying the music, Italianliciousness, Matt and the Staff before leaving for the Hotel

(Sorry for the late post)…read more Seems the Elite Weeks have centered on ice cream recently. No compliants on that! Creamistry is focused on liquid nitrogen ice cream with emphasis on fancy designs/toppings/themes that makes for a decadent treat when in the mood for sweets. I opted for the quantum coffee, while my two kids in tow chose strawberry and cookies and cream. I took a parent test of each and both were delicious but the fresh strawberries were by far a favorite. The coffee ice cream was bold (they offer affogatos which definitely caught my eye for the next visit being a coffee lover). We always do a melt test and can say that the ice cream holds up well eating it outside in this Texas heat. The shop can get pretty crowded and has minimal seating (two tables and some bar tops). Thanks YELP crew and the Creamistry staff for making it sweet to be Elite!

You'll find them in the outdoor courtyard of The Woodlands Mall Ring, behind The Waterway's…read morerestaurant row. Fantastic experience and absolutely delicious ice cream! Alyssa was warm & friendly, walking us through the menu options and then demonstrated the meticulous process of making each sundae by hand. The cream (vegan options are available!) and flavoring are mixed with liquid nitrogen, forming "dip n dots" style frozen beads; next, those beads are churned once again to create a creamy texture. Part alchemy, part artistry. Very cool (pun intended) and super yummy! Both our treats came out picture-perfect. They were rich, exploding with flavor, and ooey gooey - like a caramel candy or fudge texture. We sat inside to enjoy the air conditioned seats, while enjoying our cold treats on a scorching day. It gave us an opportunity to eye the fridge full of grab & go pints. There are so many to choose from! Apparently, they've been at this location for 3 or 4 years. I'm disappointed that I've never noticed them before. On a Friday afternoon, in the middle of summer, I was also surprised that we were the only ones there.... Perhaps they don't draw a lot of attention, because they are in such close proximity to several other ice cream venues (Shake Shack is next door + Marble Slab is inside the mall). A more catchy storefront or even demonstration their process next to the window might catch the eye of more people. Just a few suggestions!

He put the wrong address on my curb!! I would like for him to come back and fix the mistake, then…read moreI'll change my rating.