Willie's Grill & Icehouse

4.5
3041 reviews

About

American RestaurantBar & GrillSeafood RestaurantChicken Restaurant
Willie's Grill & Icehouse is a Texas institution, known for its relaxed atmosphere & scratch-made kitchen. Our 20 lone star locations serve up Texas-sized burgers, fresh Gulf Coast seafood, hand cut chicken, baby back ribs, and seasonal Cajun crawfish. Willie’s captures the feel of the traditional Texas Icehouse with ice-cold beer, a full bar serving handcrafted cocktails, garage doors, and friendly fast casual service. Enjoy dozens of flatscreen TV's, AC and free WiFi inside or sip on one of our frozen Rita's on the dog friendly patio. Kick back and relax with family, friends, and large groups while digging into some down-home Southern hospitality!

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsNot available

Location

Willie's Grill & Icehouse
19770 State Highway 249, Houston, TX
77070, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.5
3,041 reviews
5 stars
2,080
4 stars
590
3 stars
201
2 stars
81
1 star
89

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Many customers praised the attentive and friendly service from various staff members, particularly highlighting servers like Avery, Savannah, and Anahi.

Food Consistency

While most reviews praised the food quality, some customers noted inconsistencies in specific dishes, with a few expressing disappointment in certain menu items.

Atmosphere

The restaurant is frequently described as having a fun and welcoming atmosphere, making it a popular spot for families and sports enthusiasts.

Value for Money

Customers generally found the prices reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, although some mentioned recent price increases.
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    Julie H
    4 days ago
    5.0
    We are here on baby watch, waiting for our grandson to be born and they took us to Willie's for lunch today. OUTSTANDING!! I first want to call out our server, Cameron K. He did an amazing job of keeping our glasses full and assuring we had everything we needed. The kids told us they have gotten him a few times and he always does an excellent job. I got a Patty Melt, his mom got a bacon cheeseburger, he got crab legs, my daughter got chicken strips (her words: because they have the best honey mustard than anywhere) and we shared a sample. With tea all around, it came to $93 (with tip $115). The food was all delicious. The honey mustard was in fact the bomb. Very happy with our experience here and will definitely be back when we come to visit the baby in years to come.... If he is ever born, that is.
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    Aaron Kellar
    6 days ago
    3.0
    Service and atmosphere was really good. Prices also good. Food was mediocre and their order at the counter the. Have to repeat the order at the table is awkward and did not make sense.
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    BuckToothZombie
    Dec 31, 2025
    5.0
    I stopped by Willie's Grill & Icehouse recently and overall I had a solid experience. The place has a casual, relaxed vibe and it is easy to feel comfortable whether you sit inside or hit the patio. It gets pretty busy, which is part good (people come back) and part annoying because there can be a line at peak times. Food quality is decent for a place like this. Menu options lean toward burgers, fried seafood, chicken, and comfort food style dishes with a bit of a Southern twist. A lot of people mention favorites like the chicken sandwiches, fried catfish, and onion rings, and I’d say those are generally worth ordering. There are daily specials too, which gives you something different if you go more than once. � Willie's Restaurant +1 Service was friendly enough. You place your order, and the food comes out fairly quickly even when it is busy. Staff seem used to the traffic and handle it well, though you may not get a ton of attention after your food arrives. For a casual spot that gets a crowd, that feels pretty normal. Prices are fair for what you get. Portions are generous and it feels like good value compared with similar casual restaurants in the area. Atmosphere isn’t fancy, but for a laid-back lunch or dinner with friends or family it works fine. In short, Willie’s is solid if you’re after familiar American food in a casual setting. Not the best restaurant in Tomball, but a dependable choice with decent portions and a menu that has something for most people.
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    Emily
    Dec 29, 2025
    5.0
    Everything about this place is amazing! Food was flavorful and fresh, service was so speedy and welcoming, the restaurant itself so clean and relaxing! Very affordable prices as well; I will be eating here more often to try the rest of the menu!! So many good options to choose from.
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    Dave Everest
    Dec 21, 2025
    1.0
    I bet I have hardly any 1 star ratings. UNTIL now. We came to this location for the first time in many years. Ended up leaving early bc 2 of the 3 workers we met were not friendly at all. That’s about all I’ll say about them. Everyone has a bad day, so maybe it was spreading around today. Bartender Regan was starting a new shift but had a sour face the moment she came over it us. She was also not willing to put Texans on our tv saying - it’s already on tv 1 and 3. We don’t allow it also on tv 4 (near us). We said what will tv 4 be on? She said I have no idea but not the Texans. 😂 What? We’re outta here. Take our $100 tab to a place we’re treated much better.

Frequently Asked Questions About Willie's Grill & Icehouse

Does Willie's Grill & Icehouse accept reservations?

No, Willie's Grill & Icehouse does not accept reservations.

What are the opening hours for Willie's Grill & Icehouse?

Willie's Grill & Icehouse is open Monday to Thursday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM.