Taste of Texas

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10505 Katy Fwy (at Town And Country Lane)
Houston, TX 77024

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(713) 932-6901
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LOVE T.o.Tx. My favorite steakhouse in Houston. The meat is always super juicy and cooked to perfection! I cut my Filet with a fork last time! Waiters really know the menu and can...

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Taste of Texas is good food but for a steak I would recommend Lynns STeakhouse off of Dairy Ashford. It is excellent service, food, and the setting is quiet. Alot of companies a...

yihah 4/12/2006

Salad bar is great. Not too big, but great variety, a cheese block, fresh breads etc. Very much a ""Big Texas"" kind of place. ""Yihah"" and red scarf is compulsory for new guests.. a unique gesture to welcome the guests.. Pros: salad bar, service, bread Cons: expensive more
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This place has the BEST steak 1/21/2006

I dont know what the Californian is whining about. This place has one of the best steaks anyewhere in the country. It does take time to get in, if the food was so bad, I dont this the line would be so long, it isnt like Bruce Willis is in there with a harmonica, its good food, thats why people go... Pros: Steak, Steak, Steak Cons: Wait time more
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Completely Over Rated 1/17/2006

i was visiting from northern california and wanted to get the authentic texas experience. service was absolutely horrible here! basically, had to wait for an hour before seating. then, the hostess made us wait another 15 minutes after our number was called because she was busy chit chatting with her colleagues. After we were seated, the waiters had to ""change over responsibility"" for some reason and we had to go through the entire order again. from a food persepctive, the salad bar reminded me of sizzler. completely self serve and frankly very cheap. the steak was below average at best. i asked for medium and it came well done and extremely dry. the garlic butter had no flavor and my spinach side order was essentially tasteless. the only thing foodwise that was good was the bread, which i could have gotten at ""sweet tomato"" or ""fresh choice"". Pros: bread Cons: service, steak, salad bar more
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Great quality steak 12/9/2005

I personally LOVE this place. Very good quality steaks...even well done is tender. Salad bar is WONDERFUL. Not too big, but great variety, a cheese block, fresh breads, homemade butters, etc. Very much a ""Big Texas"" kind of place. Not dainty and prissy. Great tasting side items, yummy desserts, and just a fun (and loud) atmosphere. Not for a romantic quiet date. Waiting area has sodas, tea, chips & salsa, and fresh popped popcorn...for free! My first time I ate here I waited almost 1.5 hours....and it was worth it. That was with only 2 people though, so be prepared to wait, especially if you have a larger party. Service is good to average, but I have had my one or two ""less focused"" waiters. Once had to return a steak TWICE in the same night, but the 3rd time was a charm. The manager was apologetic and compensated us. Pros: quality steak, free snacks w/wait, big texas feel Cons: wait time more
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Not bad, but not great 12/8/2005

As many people have said, make sure to be watching for your number or else you will not get seated. The salad bar was nice, and my steak was really good. The atmosphere is very much like Saltgrass, as was the meal. I would say that it is a good place to eat, but for the price I would much prefer other steakhouses in Houston. I dont like the fact that you cant make a reservation for small parties. more
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Hmm.. Mixed reviews from me. 11/28/2005

My mom really should have complained on Mother's Day after sitting for close to two hours in line, after her spinach stuffed chicken was ""disgusting"". She refused because she didnt' want to ruin the reputation of this classy restaurant. Its self evident that they take pride in their food and service, but that chicken did taste terrible. I had the prime rib and thoroughly enjoyed it. I love this place, the cheese and bread bar rocks! I just felt bad for my mom not being able to enjoy her dinner. Pros: Prime Rib, Cheese bar Cons: Too pricey, Nasty Chicken more
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Taste of TX review 11/24/2005

We love Taste of Texas. Before you eat they have an excellent waiting room with popcorn, chips, etc so the kids won't get hungry. Awesome salad bar, great steaks, and better desserts! more
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verry good 9/6/2005

We love to go there! My kids enjopy the playground and I enjoy the tatmosphere. The staff is friendly and I love the fact that it is verry nice Even though we miss them on Sundays, we are at church more
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Whats the hype 8/11/2005

I'm confused? Someone recommended this restaurant to me, and when I got their excited for a good meal, I was dissapointed. What was supposed to be a nice steakhouse, I felt like I was at steak-n-ale. more
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Best Steak in Texas! 8/9/2005

You haven't had real steak unless you've been to Taste of Texas! Not only does the decor and ambiance reflect everything that is Texan, but the proves to be more than worth the trip! With the choice to select your own piece of meat or have the cook choose, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu! more
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Excellent! 7/28/2005

My family judges all steak dinners by the Taste of Texas dinners. You can even pick out your own steak if you so desire. The salad bar is first class; all ingredients are fresh; fill your own basket with biscuits, cornbread or rolls. Enjoy a roaring fire during cold weather, an assortment of Nutcrackers and other decorations during Christmas, and much ado about Texas history during any visit. Cap off your meal by enjoying cinnamon coffee as you relax after a fabulous meal. more
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Rude Management 7/19/2005

During our visit we were eating and also feeding my 6-month old niece. In the middle of feeding her we were asked if we would take her to a section next to the bar because she was being too loud, ""but not to worry because there is air conditioning over there."" We had a few problems with that: 1. The manager was extremely rude and condescending, 2. That section of the restaurant is a next to the smoking section, 3. Any noise she was making was drowned out by the table next to us yelling ""hee haw"". We tried to talk to another manager and he responded with, I have kids, and they don't act like that. We're through with Taste of Texas, their arrogant management, and their self-righteous ownership. Their food is decent, but is comparable to any other restaurant in Houston. more
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Steak to cut with your fork.... 7/7/2005

FABULOUS SERVICE....INCREDIBLE FOOD....what more can you ask for??? You will wait for a table, but definately worth it. The steaks have the best flavor, and can be cut with a fork. A MUST EAT PLACE IN HOUSTON!!! more
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Best in Texas 7/2/2005

If you live in Houston or are just visiting, Taste of Texas is a must to try. They maintain a high standard to serve only the best steaks-angus beef. Waiters are very personable and attentive. The salad bar has a great variety of dressings. I love the honey butter and apple butter. They do not take reservations, so go early on weekends or better yet, go on a weeknight. Well worth your time and money! PROS: Best tasting steak in town - can choose your own steak if you want. CONS: Long wait on weekends and expensive, but worth it. more
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Best steak and lobster in town 6/12/2005

Perfect service and always has been. Sometimes you may have to wait, but who cares? The give you snacks and drinks in their extremely comfortable and huge waiting area. This place is 1st class the whole way. I've never had a bad meal here. I love the filet w/lobster upside. (The lobster here is better that at those place ""specializing"" in lobster! more
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User review by jb3794 6/6/2005

BEST STAKE IN THE COUNTRY I HAVE ATE AT A LOT OF THEM AROUND THE US more
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Best Food and Service ---- Anywhere!!! 4/26/2005

You can't beat tht Taste of Texas for hospitality and a great meal---STEAK, CHICKEN OR SHRIMP!!! The staff and managers are the friendliest you can find and make on's dining experience SUPREME!!!! Pros: GRAT CUISINE, SUPER STAFF, FRIENDLY SERVICE more
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underperforming 12/21/2004

I had heard many good things about the Taste of Texas before going so I had high hopes. They did not deliver. The ""no reservation"" policy is an excellent way to get people to dump money into your bar before they dump even more at the table. Although the wait staff was very polite, they weren't very knowledgeable or helpful. The hostess and management seemed very all aloof and didn't seem to care whether we were there or not. The salad bar was good, but how hard is it to screw up a salad bar. The steaks came out over done, the vegetables were cold. All in all, not a very good experience. There are so many better steak restaurants in Houston to have to go back to this place. Pros: A lot of hype Cons: , Bad food, Overpriced more
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Use To Be 11/29/2004

Taste of Texas use to be onr of the best. They have fallen in the past year or two. Out of 7 trips to dine there 30% was less then satisfaction. Either the steak was not up to par or the service was lacking. This was my families favorite place at one time. Pros: Salad Bar, Bread, Sometimes Steaks Cons: , To Loud more
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Great Food for Best Value 8/18/2004

This place is awesome! The staff is friendly, the food is amazing, and you can't beat the value. They even have a huge waiting area with complimentary drinks and snacks if you have to wait. The steaks are perfect! It's my favorite steakhouse in all of America! Pros: Good Value, Yummy Food, Friendly Staff more
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Famous for perfectly aged steaks since 1977. Located in West Houston, TX. Call (281) 509-9608 for information.

Owner Message

  • The Taste of Texas Restaurant sets the standard in steakhouse excellence, serving only perfectly aged Certified Angus Beef, the finest steaks and prime rib available.

Editorial

  • The popular steakhouse features rough cedar and brick walls, plus a collection of museum-quality artifacts and collectibles from Texas history. The menu is filled with specific cuts and weights--a huge porterhouse, a sturdy T-bone and some select filets that can be paired with shrimp. Salad and a side order are included.

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  • Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-10pm Fri 11am-11pm Sat 3:30pm-11pm Sun 3pm-10pm
  • Payments: American Express, Discover, Master Card, Visa
  • Neighborhoods: Westside, Memorial
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