Barnaby's Cafe
American Restaurant, Breakfast Spot, and Burger Joint$$$$
Houston
"I live the Chinese chicken salad with the peanut dressing... YUM!"(4 Tips)
"Waffle fries with blue cheese fondue...best appetizer on the menu!!"(4 Tips)
"Try the Sausalito salad its awesome."(2 Tips)
"Lebanese chicken fattoush salad"(3 Tips)
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Chuck ThompsonOctober 18, 2017Best in area, awesome food & wait staff. Delicious salads, don't buy full size unless taking leftovers home! But... the raucous shrieking of a large group ruined our visit. Pity.Upvote3Downvote
Probably the fastest and friendliest service of all the Barnaby's locations. Very accommodating w kids. Lots of good options, but the Sausalito salad and chicken tinga quesadillas are among the best.Upvote2Downvote
Houston PressAugust 12, 2014The food is the same as the other Barnaby's outposts, with twists on traditional sandwiches & salads: pesto chicken sandwich with artichoke hearts, the turkey breast with cranberry mayo, and more. Read more
Upvote2Downvote- The Lebanese chicken fattoush salad is delicious... and the service is excellent. Portion sizes are generous.
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Jim BaileyApril 1, 2016Great burger place that features Homemade Meat Lasagna and Doctor Gales Meatloaf. I sampled a Texas size serving of the Lasagna that I could not finish. Nice little cafe🌟🌟🌟🌟
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Kyle JamesJuly 1, 2016The buffalo burger was fantastic! A little pricy at $15, but worth it. Make no mistake - it's huge and served with a mountain of fries.
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StephanieAugust 1, 2013Staff is super friendly and parking is a breeze! Plus the food is great and you won't leave hungry!
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Love, love, love Barnaby's!! Their Green Egg breakfast is amazing. They also have one of the best steaks around!Upvote1Downvote- Houston PressAugust 19, 2013Try their classic Cobb salad! It has the proteins, the vegetables and there's some cheese to bind it all together makes this salad eat like a meal.Upvote10Downvote
Adriano TrovatoJuly 29, 2013Awesome vibe and good prices for big servings! Very good burgers. Try the sweet potato fries. The baby brownie a la mode is delicious!UpvoteDownvote
Blaze EdwardsAugust 22, 2012Substitute any of their burgers for turkey and it's ON!! I like the feta burger w/ sweet potatoe fries...bring a friend and share, portions are big.Upvote1Downvote
Rarely crowded, always friendly. My favorite of the Barnaby's locations in the loop.Upvote3Downvote
Leslie LopezJanuary 13, 2012This is the original Barnaby's - it's so adorable. If you eat here, I recommend the buffalo burger with feta cheese or the club sandwich. Their fries are delicious.UpvoteDownvote- Houston PressJanuary 26, 20112010 Best of Houston® Winner: Best Hot Dog: Don't forget that often-overlooked side of crispy, Cajun, thin-cut fries, and see how Barnaby's delivers the classic hot dog experience!Upvote8Downvote
JESS KalinowskySeptember 17, 2012this place has been around a really long time. good burgers or all kinds. "neighborhood joint" real low key [watch out for the overhead fans! very low!]UpvoteDownvote- Mallorie BraunzAugust 7, 2015I live the Chinese chicken salad with the peanut dressing... YUM! The queso is awesome as well!UpvoteDownvote
Isaac B. SanchezFebruary 21, 2015The salad and ribeye steak dinner was delicious. Service is great!UpvoteDownvote
On Monday when we went they had a Chicken Fried Steak dinner special that was delicious.UpvoteDownvote
I'm the Mayor. Waiting list is not on patio. Whoever that was doesn't know what they are talking about. Come to the front counter and it USUALLY moves fast!Upvote2Downvote
Fattoush Salad...get the small, but large bowl!UpvoteDownvote
I disagree with review about steak. Is it a steak from Vic & Anthony's no, but is very good. I just ate one yesterday and I am the mayor so I eat here often.Upvote1Downvote- Try the hickory smoked roast chicken. Flavorful, tender, and delicious!UpvoteDownvote
Soo Ting ChungMarch 17, 2013Great atmosphere. Awesome food. Superb service. Worth the 35 mins wait!UpvoteDownvote
Steven RayDecember 17, 2012Brownie a la mode was awful. But... the flat iron stake was delicious and the service was great.UpvoteDownvote
Arpan BhowmikAugust 14, 2014It's all really meh, unless you're really hungry. I'm told people brunch here. Good place to hipster-watchUpvoteDownvote
Jeremy Hilton-ZombieNovember 11, 2013Get the Waffle Fries with Blue Cheese Fondue! It has... BACON!UpvoteDownvote
Sheta KaeyJanuary 28, 2013The flatiron steak and fries is heaven for ten bucks. I crave it if I wait too long.Upvote1Downvote
Tedra TubbsJanuary 12, 2010You have to go to the original...order salad with Ranch dressing, Forrest pasta w/pink chicken the yummy yummy brownie! :)I <3 the super friendly folks that work here! :)UpvoteDownvote
No matter how you order your burger done, the grill cook will put a press on it to dry it out and serve it well done.UpvoteDownvote
Kris GSeptember 6, 2011The chicken burrito is actually TWO giant burritos, definitely big enough to split one order. My friend and I got hustled.UpvoteDownvote
Bryan AndayaOctober 23, 2009Whatever you order, don't forget to get the orange juice! It's freshy squeezed and comes from a unique machine. It's served in a small cup, but don't worry you'll get a refill!UpvoteDownvote
Urban TherapySeptember 26, 2011Love this place. It's not on the menu, but order the Forest Fresh Pasta, you'll love it!UpvoteDownvote
Ask for Jesus. He's the BESR waiter on site. Rex is good too. But Jesus is the best!UpvoteDownvote
Lora BorregoJanuary 23, 2011This is what you need: potatoes, applewood sausage, and fresh squeezed OJ. You'll be set and so happy.UpvoteDownvote
Jason TOctober 1, 2012The Salads are HUGE, order the smaller one for $2 less, it's still big.Upvote1Downvote
mike irvingtxAugust 31, 2013i dont know about the comments regarding service but ive been in 2 times in the past month and the service was nice..the guy waiting on me was a bit over the top too nice but ill take that over rudeUpvoteDownvote
Henry's Hungry HoustonOctober 2, 2010This place is always packed. Get here early. Bob's Healthy Plate a great choice. Open for breakfast/brunch only.UpvoteDownvote
Jordan RogersMay 22, 2012Blue cheese fondue waffle fries, and Chinese chicken salad are the shit!UpvoteDownvote
William LopezFebruary 1, 2011There Guacamole Burger is a must!!! And after there delicious Brownie A la mode! Mmmmm :pUpvoteDownvote
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