Texas Tradition

My ribeye dinner was delicious. The fried okra was nicely seasoned and not oily. It’s a meal I would order again. Unfortunately hubby wasn’t a fan of the chicken fried chicken, the breading wouldn’t stay on the chicken and was slippery. It’s a cozy restaurant that serves home cooked meals. Tables are kind of packed too close so it’s a manner of maneuvering thru them to get to your table. Limited parking in the front but more space in the back. The place has an old feel to it and could use a remodel but I would recommend it for home cooked meals.

a month ago

Incredibly disappointed with my first visit... I ordered its Friday dinner special - all you can eat fried catfish ($22), and they brought me three super small pieces... I did ask for second, then they gave me a few more small pieces. Before I could finish my fried fish and possibly ask for more, they were already asking me if I'd like some boxes and bringing me the check... The fried mushrooms came out hot, but the coating was not at all crunchy. The $5 fried green tomatoes were pathetically thinly sliced, and I only received 4 small slices 🤯😅.... You should really check out TMG Burger Grill's fried green tomatoes - the best crunch, value, flavor, and size!! The portion size for green beans was tiny and the taste was rather bland. Service was very friendly, but too many of them standing right next to the table, and I still had some hard time to get their attention. In any case, the service was not the main issue. I would not be back, because I could easily get more and better food elsewhere.

5 months ago

0 Stars. This place is a health code violation disguised as a restaurant. This was, without exaggeration, the worst dining experience I’ve ever had — and I’ve eaten at Dick’s Last Resort, where being rude is literally the theme. This place managed to be worse without even trying. Let’s start with the food. Let’s be very clear: I was served moldy onions witg my burger. Not “questionable.” Not “slightly off.” Mold. When I pointed it out and stated I would be including it in my review, the waiter immediately told us not to include his name — even though he never gave it to us. The receipt says Zachary M. If you’re confident in your service, you don’t panic about being named. Inside the same burger was a wilted, green, chewy mystery item that had no business being there. The entire meal was served cold. Not warm. Cold. Every single meal at our table was cold. All six plates. Not lukewarm. Not “sat under a lamp too long.” Cold. Burgers. Chicken fried steaks. Mac and cheese. Chicken tenders. Everything. The chicken fried steak came drowning in gravy that tasted like flavorless paste. We ordered two CFS and were told they didn’t have steak knives — at a restaurant serving steak. We were expected to cut it with butter knives. That alone should tell you everything you need to know. My daughter’s chicken tenders? One was almost entirely fried breading. Just hollow crust. Now let’s talk about the service, because they have the audacity to automatically charge us 20% gratuity for being a party of six (4 adults, 2 kids). The table was dirty when we sat down. My child found a dirty steak knife on the floor. Customers had to physically move tables so we could fit — not a single employee offered to help. No one mentioned the live music. No one mentioned the playground. No one checked on our food (which is convenient, because we absolutely would have told them it was cold and inedible). I had to ask multiple times for my drink. When I asked again while drinks were being delivered, a girl with black hair and dark lipstick — wearing what looked like a host shirt — snapped at me that it was coming. When we were ready to leave, we held the check in the air for five full minutes. The waiter made eye contact, served the table behind us, and ignored us until my husband stood up to force interaction. If you’re going to enforce mandatory gratuity, at minimum provide basic service: refill drinks, clear tables, check on food, don’t serve mold. I genuinely question how this place has 4.5 stars. Either standards are underground, or the reviews are inflated — because there is absolutely no universe where this experience qualifies as good. And before Denise, the owner, jumps into the comments to get defensive like she has on other reviews — the solution isn’t arguing with customers. It’s fixing sanitation issues, retraining staff, and earning the tip you’re automatically taking. Fix the sanitation issues, train your staff, and stop hiding behind automatic tips. We will never return. We will actively tell people not to go.

4 months ago

A solid spot for classic American comfort food with a strong family-friendly vibe. The pork chop was flavorful but a bit dry, keeping it from being a standout. The real highlight is the kids’ play area perfect for families looking to relax while the little ones stay entertained. Overall, a good, dependable neighborhood eatery.

4 months ago

Heard about the place from Goodtaste with Tanji on KPRC 2. I'm originally from the Midwest, and let me tell you just how rare it is to find a Pork tenderloin sandwich similar to the ones from Indiana. Went during peak Saturday rush with a party of 4 and got in surprisingly quickly. Food was decent, despite the rush. The chicken fried steak, fried mushrooms, brisket quesadilla and pork tenderloin sandwich was great.

2 months ago