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The Federal Grill - Downtown

4.6 (201)
$30 and under
American
1221 McKinney St ste g100, Houston, TX 77010-2011

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2 people
8:30 PM
animated flamesBooked 21 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Lively
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
Dress Up or Dress Down. A Bourbon or a Beer. A Ribeye or a Burger. Where precision cooking meets quality ingredients in a tribute to classic American cuisine. Dining experiences are complemented by an exceptional whiskey and cocktail list—the essence of the Federal Experience. This location also will serve lunch, happy hour, and dinner, as well as weekend brunch – and will offer catering to our downtown neighbors. New to this location will be a grab-and-go coffee bar, which will offer pastries, sandwiches, and salads throughout the day – and a variety of locally owned 4WD Coffee drinks.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Matt Brice
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    VALET<br />Mon- Thur 5pm-10pm<br />Fri & Sat 5pm-11pm<br />3 Hrs $10<br
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Father's Day

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    Make this Father’s Day unforgettable at Federal American Grill, where we’re honoring the incredible dads in our lives with a day full of flavor, style, and appreciation. Join us on Sunday, June 15th for a special celebration featuring a pre-fixe brunch menu, crafted with signature Federal flair, and an optional pre-fixe dinner menu designed to elevate the evening. From classic brunch favorites with a twist to bold, hearty dinner entrees, there’s something delicious for every dad. Raise a glass with our exclusive Salute to Dad Old Fashioned—a bold, bourbon-forward cocktail created just for the occasion. Whether you're gathering the whole family or treating dad to a well-deserved meal out, Federal American Grill is the perfect place to say thank you the way he deserves! Reservations recommended. Let’s toast to Dad—Federal-style!
    Father's Day Photo
  • Social Hour Monday - Friday | 3:00 - 7:00 pm

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    From 3 pm - 7:00 pm every Monday - Friday, experience elevated service at a bargain price! Enjoy $8 Happy Hour Specialty Cocktails along with $6 Liquors including Jack Daniels, Makers Mark, Flor De Cana Rum, Hendricks Gin & many more! Delight in our lively social hour fueled by whiskey, wine, & good times. Stop in for an Old Fashioned, Socialite, or one of our Perfect Margaritas before dinner and you'll realize why we just can't limit these deals to one hour!

Offers

  • Social Hour Monday - Friday | 3:00 - 7:00 pm

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    From 3 pm - 7:00 pm every Monday - Friday, experience elevated service at a bargain price! Enjoy $8 Happy Hour Specialty Cocktails along with $6 Liquors including Jack Daniels, Makers Mark, Flor De Cana Rum, Hendricks Gin & many more! Delight in our lively social hour fueled by whiskey, wine, & good times. Stop in for an Old Fashioned, Socialite, or one of our Perfect Margaritas before dinner and you'll realize why we just can't limit these deals to one hour!

    Social Hour Monday - Friday | 3:00 - 7:00 pm Photo

What 201 people are saying

The Federal Grill - Downtown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Federal Grill - Downtown offers a lively atmosphere with standout service and delicious food. Guests rave about the "great social hour deals" and "perfect date night" experience. The restaurant accommodates large groups well and is known for its "amazing food" and "attentive staff." Standout dishes include cheeseburger egg rolls and meatloaf.

201 Reviews
  1. Marcus VIP

    Coastal Georgia1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    With a restaurant that was 90% empty on yesterday(5/25/25), there’s no excuse to have cold mashed potatoes and a burnt butter cake dessert. This location can’t be managed by the same crew that runs the operation on Shepard. I don’t think I’ll be going back to the Downtown location anytime in the near future.
    The Federal Grill - DowntownResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your review, Marcus! We appreciate your feedback so that we can take it to our management team to improve on our processes and consistencies! We hope to see you back soon so that we can make it up to you for your last visit! Please send us your contact info so that our GM can reach out to you!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Houston1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great happy hour prices. Fried green tomatoes and Poke were delicious. Cajun chicken sliders a bit dry.
    The Federal Grill - DowntownResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your review! We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our social hour! We appreciate your feedback on the sliders! We look forward to seeing you back soon!

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    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kevin was a great waiter and we enjoyed our meal, will definitely be back. We had a large group but the service and wait time was great!
    The Federal Grill - DowntownResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We're happy to hear Kevin took great care of your group and that you enjoyed your meal. We look forward to your next visit!

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  4. Will VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Noisy at lunch time. Staff seemed over loaded. Fresh catch of the day was not fresh. So I give 3 star "Good". Wasn't bad but just "meh".
    The Federal Grill - DowntownResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your honest feedback, Will. We're sorry to hear your experience was just average and that the fresh catch didn’t meet expectations. We appreciate your comments and will work on improving. Hope to have another chance to serve you better.

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  5. Andrea VIP

    Dallas16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a group of 10 celebrating a couple birthdays- we were able to dine in the private room which was perfect. We were all impressed with the food and service. Great social hour deals, the cheeseburger egg rolls and bang bang shrimp were delicious. Abigail was a great server! We were visiting from out of town and this was our favorite meal in Houston.
    The Federal Grill - DowntownResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you, Andrea! We're so glad your group had a great celebration and enjoyed the private room, food, and service. We'll be sure to pass your kind words along to Abigail. It means a lot to hear we were your favorite meal in Houston!

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  6. Cheryl

    Oklahoma City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience for our group of 4 was excellent! The food was delicious, and our server was very attentive and friendly. It was a great place to eat and visit with each other before a concert at the Wortham Center! Would definitely come again if ever back in Houston!
    The Federal Grill - DowntownResponded on May 16, 2025
    Thank you, Cheryl! We're so happy to hear your group had a great experience and enjoyed the meal before the show. We’d love to welcome you back anytime you're in Houston!

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  7. Chris VIP

    Houston18 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Egg roll appetizer was super salty, the salad was dry, lacked variety beyond the lettuce and was overloaded with tortilla strips contributing to the dry chicken and lettuce.
    The Federal Grill - DowntownResponded on May 6, 2025
    Hi Chris, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the food didn’t meet your expectations. We always aim for well-balanced, flavorful dishes and will share your comments with our kitchen team. We appreciate you giving us a try and hope you’ll consider visiting again so we can provide a better experience.

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  8. Michael

    Key West3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food great service Highly recommend Will definitely be back
    The Federal Grill - DowntownResponded on April 30, 2025
    Thank you, Michael, for the fantastic review! We’re so happy to hear you had a great experience, and we’ll be sure to pass along your thanks to Misha and Frank for their excellent service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  9. Rochelle

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service were excellent. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I also enjoyed the ambiance. I will visit again soon.
    The Federal Grill - DowntownResponded on April 23, 2025
    Thank you, Rochelle! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance. We appreciate your kind feedback and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  10. Amy

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were amazing ! Great place to eat
    The Federal Grill - DowntownResponded on April 22, 2025
    Thank you, Amy! We're so glad you had a great experience with both the food and service. We appreciate your kind words and hope to see you again soon!

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FAQs

The Federal Grill - Downtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (832) 930-5577.

The Federal Grill - Downtown is rated 4.6 stars by 201 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
animated flamesBooked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Federal Grill - Downtown

1221 McKinney St ste g100, Houston, TX 77010-2011

Additional information

  • Cross street
    VALET<br />Mon- Thur 5pm-10pm<br />Fri & Sat 5pm-11pm<br />3 Hrs $10<br
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matt Brice
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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