Before I talk about how great the food @ Yani's is, look: if you're in Houston, or don't mind making the drive there, you absolutely can't beat Taste of Texas for a Steakhouse. That said. If you're in Bellville, Hempstead, Bernham, anywhere else in that Northwest Houston area, Yani's is where you'll get the best steak or italian food. It's casual and the prices are extremely reasonable for the quality of the food & cooking. Some of my favorites here other than the steak: the chopped steak, the grilled chicken alfredo, and the gumbo. Haven't ever had anything on the menu I didn't like, though. This place is the antidote for the lousy chain restaurant blahs. : ) read more

Went there for lunch and got the buffet. Food was good for an all you can eat lunch buffet at a very reasonable price. Service was 5tars and made the experience extra special. Try and avoid the men's restroom. I've always viewed the kitchen to be at the cleanliness of the restroom. Hope this is not the case. read more

Good price, big portions, not welcoming of travelers We came to this location as a random stop on our treks through Texas. When we initially came here, we thought this place was closed because of the lighting. We tried anyways, and there was ample seating and plenty of folks to take care of us. The inside is minimalist, but well enough. They have signs of wear but nothing felt dirty. It's a small venue with some grit, but nothing off putting. Our waitress was a bit short with us, but took our order and directed us to the salad bar. The salad bar being a bowl of lettuce, some tomatoes, and 4 homemade salad dressings. We made a quick salad with the items present and waited for our meal. By the time our meals came out, another couple came in and was seated. The waitress was much more inviting to this new couple, and was more than willing to assist them throughout the meal. So it was very clear that this was a local place with no room for travelers. Which is a crying shame, because the food was actually pretty good. The ribeye the girlfriend got was cooked right and a very good size for the price. The only complaint being they didn't season it and it appeared cooked sous vide. It was more grey than anything and the fat wasn't really rendered out. but it was a perfectly cooked steak, just not finished. The chop steak was also good. A fine gravy, seasoned patty, good quality mashed potatoes and a good sautéed mushroom and onion atop it. The price was very reasonable given the portion. The ribeye under 20 and the chop steak around 13. So for the money, this place is a bargain. Especially since the quality of what's being presented is actually quite good. So long as you're willing to deal with a gruff staff and a well loved dining area, there's a lot to like about this place. If you're a local, you'd be hard pressed to find better around. As a traveler though, you need a thick skin and dirty hands to find those diamonds sometimes. If you don't mind those issues, there's plenty to like. read more

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This place was horrible. We were the only ones in the restaurant and it looked like a ghost town. We went ahead and ordered chicken fried steak and flounder. We left shortly after we got our food . Thefish was still raw and mushy. The chicken fried steak was cooked on the outside but the inside was raw . I ate a few bites before I realized it wasn't cooked fully and now my stomach hurts. Hopefully we both don't get sicker through the night read more

3.5 We had a few choices while stopping over in Bellville and opted to come in here after seeing all the good reviews. We got there around lunchtime, which, being the first folks there, was kind of strange. The decor does not scream steakhouse, more like an office with padded chairs. The service, though, was very attentive, and we had no issues getting our meal on time or our drinks refilled. They were very polite. I got the salmon dish, and it was good. The portions were far larger than I'd expected. Usually, fish is a tiny portion, and for the price, it was a great deal. The fish was cooked well, a bit salty, but it helped the rice, which was a bit underwhelming in flavor. This was fine when they were mixed with the sauce. I thought it odd that the mixed vegetables were zucchini, broccoli, and green beans, but it was good. Overall, a good experience. read more

Yani's Steakhouse - Steakhouses Near Me - Bellville, Texas

Updated Review - June 2025 - Father's Day Disaster We decided to give this place another try for Father's Day, and unfortunately, it turned out to be a huge mistake. What should have been a special outing turned into an uncomfortable and frankly disrespectful experience, all thanks to our server. Our waitress--an older woman with a notably snarky and condescending attitude--was dismissive from the start. When we asked about a menu item labeled "New York Sirloin," she rolled her eyes and responded, "It's meat. I don't understand your question." Any seasoned steak eater knows that "New York Sirloin" makes no sense--it's either a New York Strip or a sirloin. Her tone was dripping with sarcasm, and it only went downhill from there. When I asked what was on the salmon salad, she snapped back, "Everything on the salad bar," as if I'm somehow supposed to know what items are currently stocked there. I've been to plenty of restaurants, and that's just not how you treat customers--especially when your location is dependent on locals and those willing to make the drive. Things got outright bizarre when she took my empty glass, refilled it with tea, and then deliberately placed it on the opposite side of the table from me. Every time she brought something to the table, it was slammed down with attitude. The entire interaction felt hostile, and we were made to feel like we were an inconvenience rather than paying customers. At the end of the day, we would rather drive 30 extra minutes to enjoy better food and, more importantly, respectful service. If you're running a country restaurant in the middle of nowhere, treating your guests with basic courtesy should be a priority--you should be grateful people are choosing your place over other higher-end spots just a bit farther down the road. We had really high hopes for this new location and genuinely wanted to support a local business. But sadly, this just ain't it. We won't be back, until we hear that staff has been updated with friendlier people. read more

Best lunch buffet in town. Amazing staff that takes care of you. Great steakhouse too if you're looking for a good dinner. Will be back for sure. read more

Simple and relaxed setting with excellent service. Absolutely delicious food. Will look forward to dining there, again!

I can't say enough great things about Yani's Steakhouse -- everything from the food to the service was absolutely top-notch! The steaks were cooked perfectly, tender and full of flavor, and the sides were just as delicious. The atmosphere had that perfect small-town charm but with the quality of a big-city steakhouse. What really made the night unforgettable, though, was our waitress Jenna. She was wonderful -- friendly, attentive, and genuinely cared about making sure we had an amazing experience. She went above and beyond, checking on us often without ever being intrusive, and made the whole dinner feel special. You can tell she loves what she does, and it really shows. If you're anywhere near Bellville, do yourself a favor and stop by Yani's Steakhouse -- and if you're lucky enough to have Jenna as your server, you're in for an awesome night! read more

We love Yani's! The new location is so much better. We enjoy the white sauce chicken parm and the chicken primavera are both great choices. The servers are nice and the restaurant is kept very clean. A great restaurant in a small town! read more

We had stopped going to Yani's at their old location because the cane back chairs were uncomfortable and the salad bar was reduced to only lettuce and the woman who (I think) was the manager got a bit snippy when we complained. Made us feel like she didn't want us there. So a friend told us that things had improved since they moved, so we went to the new location on Hwy 159 today. Wow! It is so nice! We were greeted at the door with by a very lovely young woman with a friendly "Hello". They had 2 separate seating areas- one had the old cane chairs and the other had nice comfortable padded chairs. Both areas are huge. We sat in the comfy chairs. Our waiter came out right away with menus and got our drinks. Then he told us about the special of the day. My husband ordered spaghetti and I ordered tilapia almondine. We served ourselves salads with lettuce tomatoes cucumbers and bacon - with delicious homemade dressings. Our food came out at the perfect time and was hot and tasty. My husband said it was the best spaghetti and meat sauce he had ever had at a restaurant. Our waiter was wonderful! He made sure we had everything we could possibly want, even bringing extra lime when he refilled the tea. A friendly fellow who is very conscientious about taking care of his customers. When we left, we were made to feel like we were leaving a place that cared we came- more than one person saying something like, "we hope to see you again real soon." read more

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Spot on pineapple salmon. Our server Jena was awesome did not have to ask for anything, she made sure that we had what we needed before we had to ask. Very nice atmosphere, seems to be a nice place for a romantic dinner or a place to have a company get together. Great place will definitely return. read more

Great food, great service, convenient location, fun atmosphere Bellville is an interesting community read more

Great food! Great prices! Our waitress was super sweet & made sure we had everything we needed. Oh yeah, we're coming back FOR SURE!! read more

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Best food in Bellville! So much flavor and really fresh! So happy that they have moved locations, nice place to go eat and have a cocktail and not break the bank! Staff is super friendly! read more

This is a great place to get a good meal at a reasonable price. The people are very nice and the facility is very clean.

Out-of-towners visiting the area from Dallas. Came in for dinner. Kiddo had chicken tenders and they were the real kind not the frozen kind. Husband had the special chicken fried steak and liked it quite a bit. I had the pecan crusted fish and it was great! Wonderful service. Every meal comes with the salad bar but it's not much to speak of. We would come back. read more

Always great food and wonderful service! Salad bar is always clean and tasty! Love coming here when home visiting my parents! read more

Price is great food is awesome and tasty. Will definitely be coming back and not only for the buffet but for dinner as well.

Yani's appears to be closed now. "For Lease" sign on the door and all windows covered with paper. Food was good and prices were reasonable when we ate here in the past. No indication of whether they have moved elsewhere or really out of business. read more

Can't say how the food was... We never even got to order. We arrived at probably 25% capacity and when we left it was at 50%. 5 people arrived after us. They took those peoples orders before us. We asked if we could get our order taken and they walked off. It was nice inside considering they just opened. Overall terrible experience. read more

We arrived way early for dinner, about 4:30 pm as we had another engagement to get to at 6 pm. We drove in from Katy, Tx a good 45 minute drive. Our waiter was super nice and friendly. The three stars are for his awesome attitude and the quality of the food. The last two stars would have been given if there was more attention given to cleanliness of the light fixtures (there's bugs and dirt in them) replacement of carpet and new linens. The white linens have a red imprint of words and graphics, as though they were sold at a deep discount due to the mistake. We ordered a T-bone steak 16 oz and a sirloin 12 oz. Both were flavorful, juicy and had the fat untrimmed. The vegetable side dish was fresh and cooked nicely. The mashed potatoes left something to be desired. The steaks came with a mushroom gravy/au jus sauce which was almost cold. There isn't a wine or beer list. They offer the basics of each. For the price of the steaks ($16+) I expected at least a small wine list. Since it is so far, I won't again. However for the small town in which it is located, it seems like a decent place to go for a nice meal if you live near by. read more

Yani's Steakhouse - Steakhouses Near Me - Bellville, Texas

Actually a little disappointed. Wife had a hamburger - it was decent, and I ordered a chopped steak. They kinda forgot to cook my chopped steak. When I pointed it out to our waitress, she seemed mildly amused more than genuinely concerned. (She didn't come to check on us til we were nearly done with our meal, so when she offered to send it back to "put on the grill", I declined) The salad bar was decent, but didn't have any cheese, and was limited to lettuce, tomato, cucumber, croutons and bacon. When I asked about shredded cheese, my waitress cheerfully brought me a bowl of it. I was pleasantly surprised that even my wife's hamburger and fries include the salad bar for a total of $8.00. Not bad. It was lunch on Saturday, and wife and I were the only customers the whole time we were there. NICE PEOPLE, but the hamburger wasn't any better than Chili's or Burger King, and - like I said - my chopped steak was way undercooked. read more

We went based on yelp reviews. Thank you so much because the food was really good. This is a family run businessman I love to support local! We both got wine with our meal which was a blend but good. He got a ribeye with fettuccine Alfredo and I had the chicken primavera. Both were seasoned well and tasted fresh and delicious. The salad bar is basic but fresh and the dressing was homemade. Overall we very much enjoyed our dinner and the service was excellent. The people there are friendly and they want you to enjoy you experience. If you're in the area you should definitely give them a try! read more

I love this place. Simple but good salad bar, food is always generously portioned and tasty. It even seems like we get the same friendly waiter every time! The ONLY input I have is for them to put their lunch buffet by the days of the week on a Facebook page or something- that way I know when we want to go! read more

Love some Yani's! We've been coming for years. The food is always great, love the salad bar, the staff are friendly and attentive. They have great selection whether you're feeling seafood, Mexican, pasta, or American. Their prices are great too. On weekdays they have a buffet that is unbeatable for the price and quality! read more

Our aunt and uncle rave about this place for the past 3 years. We never have a chance to go due to busy schedule. We finally went Monday February 20th around 6:30pm. First thing first, the place looked cramp with tables. I can only imagine how it would feel like whenever they are busy. 2nd the dingy cropped red carpet needs to be replace. They were torn pieces here and there. 3rd the acetate table cover just provoke cheapness and to call yourself a steakhouse is just wrong. Better leave it off so no linen cost. 4th Ratan chairs?? Really? 5th Salad bar whaat? There isn't enough to call it salad bar and who knows how long it had been sitting there. The bread basket that is complimentary just says frozen. You will find the same one in any cheap italian restaurants. The butter has flavor that was good. Our family ordered a lil bit of everything We had the Sirloin, Ribeye, Chicken Marsala and a Burger. The temperature on our steaks are spot on! But clearly you get what you pay for on the quality of the steaks. No USDA Prime here. Burger was so so, homemade fries it looks and taste like. The chicken Marsala was good according to our mom, but she didn't eat half of it. For a family of 4 we paid $65 with a glass of wine. That is the only reason why I am giving them 3stars it is country cheap enough. read more

Place is OVERPRICED, has some decent salad bar but the steaks are not worth it at all! I ordered a 12 ounce ribeye medium rare and the poor thing looked like it got beat to death. Absolutely no flavoring, I had to ask for A1 sauce. The staff is super nice and informative but food wise they definitely need to step their game up. I don't recommend stopping by this place. You're better off getting a steak from Walmart and preparing it yourself! read more

Ate there twice while visiting family over the weekend. Delicious and really tender grilled chicken and the vegetables and salad bar were really fresh. Next day really yummy cheeseburger. Great prices, friendly service and quaint Country atmosphere. read more

Stopped at Yani's around Thanksgiving. Had a burger salad, well a burger without a bun and then went to their salad bar and cut the burger up and added salad and it was burger salad. Everyone should do this, it's the greatest, easiest thing to do ever. The burger was really well cooked and tasted delicious in my salad. The service was really good too. read more

Delicious food, excellent service, very reasonably priced. One of the best fillet mignons($23) I've ever eaten, and I'm old. My mom had chopped steak ($10) - also delicious. Salad bar is fresh with no junk. Restaurant could use a little sprucing up, but who cares. If you have back problems, sit in a booth. The chairs are brutal! read more

Super cheap, but good quality food. They have buffets for lunch everyday except Saturday. This includes prime rib and fish. Always great tasting food. read more

Good food, attentive service, gracious proprietor! Too easy to overlook, be sure and add it to your dining out mix in Bellville! Typically American fare, but with fresh options and not too heavy like you might think of a steakhouse. Sunday lunch buffet is also very good, and I'm wary of buffets, trust me. In Houston this might be more of a casual place, but in a small country town, I'd say it's more on the nicer side of things. Atmosphere is sedate and comfortable, and is family friendly, with plenty of parking. You might not feel like its a five star place because it is in a shopping center and a little dated, but, that's the way it goes in a small town with small traffic! As long as service is great, food is good, place is clean, five stars it deserves! read more

Great food for families, or just a party of two looking for a quiet corner and a nice glass of wine with your meal. My husband and I enjoy the NY strip and a glass of Merlot for him, and the Pecan Crusted Flounder and Chardonnay for me. Ram and other wait staff are amazing and always ready to serve. Truly a great place to eat! read more

Better than a small town would expect. Variety in their menu, great quality, friendly staff and the best food bargain in Austin County

Read the reviews and took a chance. Salad bar was good but only had cucumbers, tomatoes, croutons and bacon.... but a BIG bowl of bacon which made the lack of everything else not a problem lol. Got the almandine tilapia topped with shrimp which had great flavor. Husband got ribeye steak but couldn't chew it.... was a disappointment for the price. It's not really a "steakhouse" like the name suggests, more of an Italian place that also has seafood and steak. read more

The food is mediocre. Photos of the crab cake I ordered show it was not a crab cake. It was more of a mixture of crab and filler. For the price of $8, you get what you pay for at the restaurant. The servers and staff are all polite. The salad bar consists of iceberg lettuce, sliced cucumbers, bacon bits, sliced tomatoes, lots of salad dressing. With lower prices than other steakhouses, remember that the quality of the food reflects the price. read more

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Great food! My favorite is the grilled chicken breast with veggies which both come with huge portions. My kids loved the fried fish. Try them out! You won't be disappointed! read more

Great food, Great service, classiest place Bellville has to offer, NOT saying much I know. It's OK. If your trying to impress someone. DATE/Business Deal/ What ever.Keep on driving........ There somewhat high. and they answer all Questions with Questions. There Doing theBEST they can do...... read more

Wonderful on pretty much every level! All dishes that we've tried are excellent and the portions are huge, you can honestly take half home for dinner or lunch the next day. The daily buffets are satisfying and the weekend buffets are a treat. And if you love bacon, you are in the right place! The staff is phenomenal. My husband and I have eaten there as a couple and with our three young children, the staff is VERY kind and understanding with them. We enjoy going and are happy with our experience every time. read more