I luv this place for breakfast to go. I have been a regular since 1989. In expensive good quick grub. read more

A hole in the wall tiny grab a hot meal stop before heading off to the subway beneath trains ABCD all heading up to the bronx or downtown Manhattan. The food at Texas Star is what matters...its clean n tastylick your fingers good! We visit T.S. at least twice a month..the owner loves to see us and rushes to serve us with a big smile... Prices are reasonable. If it weren't for the sake of my diet n discipline...i would be there everyday chowing down on burgers n fries the best! read more

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Oh, Texas Star, how I heart you. You are the typical greasy-spoon experience that I so often crave. Bacon, sausage, eggs, and grits? Check. Hot dog or beef sausage with all of the fixings put on for you? Check. And.. the pièce de résistance: Bacon cheeseburgers with all of the good stuff with cheese fries? Ding-ding-ding! The best part of Texas Star is a tie between the prices (super duper cheap) and the speedy, friendly service (I clocked them at about 5 minutes from cold patty on the flat top to my first bite). The worst part is it's hours. They close at "7 pm" which can mean anytime between 6:30 and when they feel like closing. They are also closed on Sundays. read more

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Your typical corner deli breakfast spot. Although, this place seems to be a little busier than others. There are a few stools so you can sit an eat at the counter and that's about it. Also if you're sitting at the counter there will be people directly behind you standing in line to order their food for takeout. The breakfast here was fine. Not too big of a fan of the sausage they used. I would come back though. read more

Cheap, decent, fast, friendly service. This is not a fancy place but they're very good at what they do: being fast, cheap, and decent. A very straightforward hole in the wall type of place that serves breakfast, burgers and sandwiches. Perfect for those in a rush looking to get breakfast early morning. read more

Great quick neighborhood spot. Fast service, tasty food, amazing prices. Wouldn't go if you're looking for anything healthy, but that's not the point! read more

Can't say I love it. But it's quick and cheap when I need a breakfast sandwich and coffee on the go. It's right next to the subway and just happy to have them in my neighborhood read more

Patron since 2014. Julio and Louie always cheerful and cooking up the best breakfast and lunch in the neighborhood. At least half the neighbors are here daily. Cheese grits, sausage & eggs are super. Bacon cheeseburger the best read more

I come here for breakfast takeout. I get the same thing every time, & every time it's done right! French toast (extra cinnamon), chz eggs aka scrambled eggs w/chz, and bacon. So good! Its what you'd expect for a "hole in the wall" spot like this, only a little better though. It's very small inside, narrow. About 8 stools along the counter, and it gets pretty crowded during bfast time (the only time I've gone). The cooks are very fast so you won't be in there that long. There's NO parking in the area at that time...so if you drive there, you'll want to watch your vehicle like a hawk bcuz the ticket terrors are out and ready to terrorize. Could you imagine going to get an $8 breakfast, but paying $115 for it?! I'd cry...real tears. read more

Guys, the place and price is awesome but the way they cook is horrible.... The guy who is cooking touch all your food, than swipe hand to his t-shirt... Than all over again but with different order. Check out how he cook the eggs sunny side up.... I was in shock he just press it with a palm of his hand.... than he opens the refrigerator and can you imagine how many germs in that food that we order... I used to love this place but after I saw everything that he was done I'm not gonna back for sure..... read more

Texas Star, you have my heart. No frills traditional southern breakfast here. I came in hungry left very happy. My grits were buttered, but not at all greasy. My new default breakfast. read more

Texas Star is a small greasy spoon with a single counter. I've only eaten there once so far, but I'll be going back again. A deluxe cheeseburger (includes fries, lettuce, and tomato) was only $4.50, and both the burger and the fries were really good! Not Shake Shack, mind you, but better than average. Other menu items were similarly inexpensive. Sandwiches with bacon seem to be a neighborhood favorite based on all the people who came in and ordered them while I was sitting at the counter. read more

Went here because it was close to the metro entrance. Also one of the few places that did breakfast near me. I was pleasantly surprised. I got the deluxe bacon burger and both the beef and the bacon were great. The place is small and cheap, cheap! Like the other reviews say, but what really stood out was the service. I've never had such good service in a hole in the wall place like that. Definitely worth coming back! read more

You smell the bacon as you approach this place. Need I say more! Its the perfect place to grab breakfast in a rush...its cheap, fast, and the service is friendly. Its a neighborhood favorite! read more

Burger: the final Washington Heights frontier. These are the voyages of the starship Texas Star. Its eight-year mission: to explore strange new combinations, to seek out new taste and new burger names, to boldly go where no burGR has gone before. The hispanico vulcan owner seems to know how to manage his starship: "Spock, where the hell's the burgr you promised?" -- "One damn minute, admiral!" -- But after 7PM the interstellar beam won`t let you in, you`ll have to wait 12 earth hours. read more

3 stars is not enough for this place. For the space, they spit out some WICKED burgers, fresh, juicy made to order with all the works. not a fan of the fries, so the cheeseburger itself is about $2.75. can't beat that. Their fresh lemonade is awesome. I miss living in the heights (hamilton heights that is) because of places like this! Sigh. All i have is kennedy chicken. which is fine, if you're into that kind of thing. read more

The food, service and cost here is all great!!! I am always a happy camper w Texas Star!

It is a great breakfast spot. If you like grits like I do this is the only place I've found in NYC that makes them perfectly. It is a tiny venue. The dining area consists of counter space only. There are only with 4-5 stools which offer a complete view of its entire operation. read more

If you're looking for this kind of place, you couldn't ask for more! Ultimate cheap hole in the wall.

Dirty small greasy DELICIOUS. Perfect "woke up in Hamilton Heights and desperately want some diner food" food. Super friendly staff Cash only!! Closed Sundays. read more

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Cheap, fast, friendly and Yummy!!! Corn beef hash w/hot sausage and home fries. Grilled cheese with grilled onions and fries... Yum. read more

First time I even considered buying food from this place, man this place topped it all, much better than the other places in the area, and was not costly.the waffles reminded of the place that was on the S/E corner of Lenox and 135th street back in the day, I forget the name. Alicia Keys did music video there. We can always use a great greasy spoon. read more

Me and my friend came here to visit one of our other friends. There were two bodegas that were by us but decided to venture out a bit more till we came across this place. We went for breakfast and I'm not a big fan of breakfast but I will say they knew what they were doing! I got a burger on the last day of our trip and it was really good. It's feel like a REAL New York spot. It reminds me of those spots you would see in an 70s-90s nostalgic film or tv show, def has culture. I love that it literally only has 6 seats and that everyone is squeezing to get their cup of coffee and bread and seeing the cooks work hard to making the meals delicious. We are going back again this summer and can't wait to see what is new or still poppin! Loved their burger and breakfast especially there hot coffee! During that week I stay at my friends place I think we only spent $20 dollars here for the whole week and the portions were a decent size for what you are paying for. read more

Good, Fast and if you call before you get there. Even faster. Good eats. Wish they stayed open later. Customer Service is great too. Better than your average greasy spoon joint. read more

3.50$ for a bacon cheeseburger!! That's incredible & it's pretty damn good. I only wish they were open later!

Dude, they serve grits. And it's super affordable, I don't even feel bad for not cooking. I come here for breakfast way too much and I don't even care. Terrific service! Tip: Bacon Burgers are the ultimate hangover cure. read more

This place is amazing. It's a shame they are so small, it's like a hallway. Burgers are cheap and great and they use real pork bacon unlike all the Halal delis in the neighborhood. Plus, the guys behind the counter are so friendly. Wish they delivered!!! Maybe one day....Anyway, love this place! read more

I grew up LITERALLY around the corner. I've been coming here since I was 8 years old. Turned 39 last Saturday. You CAN NOT go wrong. Food is CHEAP and good! read more

Affordable tasty breakfast !!! the place is small which is not ideal so it's mostly for take out besides that everything is great. Half and half is great ! read more

Been coming to this place Years!!! back when Steve was the owner. GREAT FOOD and GREAT SERVICE!!!!! Only wish they were open longer hours.

The quintessential "greasy spoon" Excellent food gourmet cakes. Good prices and very friendly staff there. A simple egg sandwich is cooked perfectly. Sandwiches are also very good. The place is located steps from the 147th street exit of the A, B C, D trains. Check it out for breakfast before you enter the subway. If they have cake, get a slice! read more

For the price you can't beat it! Both breakfast and lunch/dinner done well, for the low. Add that with some great customer service and you have the winner that shines bright like aTexas Star. read more

Love this place....i miss Steve the owner but hey i still love everything about this place....

This place is amazing!!! I try not to come here too often but when I do boy is it amazing. The prices are incredible and this is the speediest staff I think I've ever seen. $2.75 for a ham egg and cheese?! Cmon. The food is great and there's nothing better than getting a sandwich and still making your train on time. Highly recommend! Five stars for these Texas stars! read more

Me and my kids new favorite breakfast spot! We walked in pretty early in the morning, probably around the time that they open before school that day. My daughter needed a special breakfast for winning an award the day before and she really wanted a toasted egg and cheese sandwich. We got there and ordered our food. I got some type of breakfast special of French toast, beef sausage and cheesy eggs. OMG! The food was so good and flavorful! Perfectly seasoned and just what we needed on a pretty cold morning. While this place is not necessarily the biggest establishment, they make up for it by preparing quality diner food. My daughter usually is very hard to please but she gobbled up her food in under 5 minutes. When I looked down at my plate, I too had finished. We managed to find two seats at the counter and let me tell you, the nice gentleman behind the counter was very attentive even while dealing with the large number of customers who had come into the establishment. Very quick and courteous service. We will definitely be back again! Thank you for a wonderful breakfast Texas Star! read more

so i usually do not downgrade places because i feel bad but this is a place where i grew up eating and enjoyed until last Wednesday i ordered there famous hot sausage which is amazing they served it to me in a molded hot dog bun and did not care then mind you while i was waiting for my sausage i spotted a small roach on their counter where everyone enjoys eating from throughout all that i was still going to eat my food and ignore the issue but after there attitude towards a client i figured they wouldnt care either i am highly disappointed and figured they would not mind losing a client read more

When a good meal is made in front of you by hard working people who appreciate your business, it's a repeatable meal. Go for a good meal at a fair price and leave a tip. read more