Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

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  T Vi

  Feb 17, 2026
  5.0
  Valentine’s Day. There are so many details to give attention to if you want to make the lady feel special. The choice of restaurant says as much about your taste as it does your opinion of her. You can make a great choice by making a reservation at this Houston staple. Service is top notch, there are valet and free parking options, the ambiance supreme (not overly loud), and the food was incredible. Every weekend, this restaurant is packed for a reason. The pristine white tablecloths await you and your date! The flowers that you see - those were a subtle, classy touch for Valentine’s Day that the restaurant placed on every table.
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  Caroline Herbert

  Feb 15, 2026
  5.0
  My husband and I went with best friends for valentines day and had a great experience. Coy was our server and he was spectacular from his service, to his personality to his recommendations. He made the entire experience. We tried oysters, lobster deviled eggs, wagyu, we all tried a different kind of steak and sides and delicious desserts and drinks.
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  David Shaffer

  Feb 9, 2026
  5.0
  Went here with some business associates during our trip to Houston. It's your typical elegant steak house format, but they execute precisely. Professionally clad wait staff at your beck and call -> very polite and efficient. Fancy sommelier with wine knowledge dating back to the Dark Ages. Ginormous high priced side dishes and everything a la carte. We had a party of 14 and the timing was terrific. Everyone agreed the food was AMAZING... really not one complaint. You can tell by my title what I thought of my lamb chops. They were thick and juicy with just the right char... I am getting hungry again just thinking about them. The Turtle desert was also to die for and I am not really a desert person. The lobster tails were HUGE. Of course all of this comes at a price, but I would not hesitate to go back and do it again.
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  Todd Sherwood

  Feb 3, 2026
  2.0
  Ok, I have been to this restaurant twice now. The first time my two brothers and I shared a huge tomahawk steak and a 3.5 lb lobster along with a bunch of appetizers. Our bill, and we all had several drinks, was $750. I am sorry but it was just not very good. The steak was a little chewy and the lobster was flavorless. Now, we went there again to give it another shot. I had a 12 oz filet, one brother had the ribeye and another had the lamb chops. The lamb chops were really flavorful and tender but the two steaks were just not good. Keep in mind, their filets are only "choice", not prime. We asked the waiter about it and he said he is sure the filets are all "choice" and that "we don't need to do prime because of the way we cook it". Well, you are wrong. Not very tender at all and no where near worth the price. My brother's ribeye was the same. I cook much better at home with a steak I buy from HEB. Not sure how this place got so hyped up but this is garbage honestly. Odd, as all the other Pappas restaurants are pretty good (Pappadeaux, Pappasitos, Pappas seafood). Way overpriced for something that is not even mediocre.
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  Russell Black

  Jan 19, 2026
  5.0
  The Houston Pappas Bros. Steakhouse is one of my favorite steak restaurant on this planet. I have not had the privilege of being here in at least a decade, and I can tell you this with full confidence: it is still 100% worth the trip for a dining experience this memorable. I decide to go solo and hang out the bar and watch the college football championship while enjoying a culinary delight. I started with the gumbo lump crab bisque. Creamy, rich, and absolutely delicious, with just the right amount of bite to remind you you’re in Houston. The flavor hits immediately, and it sets the tone for what you know is about to be a serious meal. A perfect way to start the night. Then I decided to go all out and ordered an A5-grade Japanese Wagyu strip with Mitake mushrooms, served on a hot stone. Paired it with a big, meaty Cabernet, and it was flat-out amazing. The beef was unreal, perfectly cooked, and every bite reminded me why this place sits at the top of my list. When I pulled in, I noticed the sign said this restaurant is Michelin Recommended. Honestly, in my eyes that’s almost an insult. Michelin makes me think of “art food” the size of a peanut, with flowers stuck on it for some kind of star effect. If that’s what you’re hunting, go chase the star. Pappas Bros. serves real beef, real portions, and real flavor. No tiny plates. No guessing games. You don’t have to ask “Where’s the beef?” at Pappas Bros. To finish the night off, I decided to go for dessert and ordered the “Turtle” Mousse Tart: chocolate cookie crumble, salted caramel, dark and vanilla chocolate, and toasted Texas pecans. It was the perfect ending, rich and balanced, sweet without being over the top. I paired it with a 1985 Kopke Colheita, and that combination was next-level. Smooth, deep, and unforgettable, the kind of finish that makes you sit back and just appreciate how perfect the whole experience was. I can’t wait to go back. I hope next time is does not take so long. Thank you, Sara for making my night special. If you made it this far, tap a like, and take a moment to explore my other reviews from around the world.

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