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State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial, Houston, TX

State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial

4.2
4.2
2007 Reviews
$30 and under
American
A hidden Memorial City Gem, State Fare Kitchen & Bar is an
upbeat contemporary American serving a hip twist on local
Favorites. Whether a quick business lunch, casual dinner, or
joining one of Houston’s most popular brunches, there are
options to satisfy every craving. We have semi private
and fully private rooms to celebrate all occasions

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:30 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (832) 831-0950
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Vernelle Powe
  • Catering
    At your place or ours, State Fare Kitchen & Bar can provide unparalleled service and cuisine for your next special occasion. We offer multiple semi-private dining options. We also have full catering capabilities, to make your next event as perfect as possible. State Fare’s professional catering staff will work with you to coordinate all the details, from casual to formal events.
  • Private party facilities
    State Fare Kitchen & Bar boasts an upscale-casual aesthetic with an inviting bar to match any occasion. With many well appointed spaces to accommodate groups of 12 to 50, let our team provide an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Dining Coordinator: (832) 831-0950
  • Neighborhood
    Westside
  • Cross street
    I-10
  • Parking details
    There is complimentary parking garage directly beside State Fare as well as valet complimentary service offered.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,007 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 3.9Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

2,007 Reviews
  1. StarckFan

    Houston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice atmosphere. Delicious food. My favorite dishes are the macaroni-n-cheese, hush puppies, and the gumbo. The mocktail with grapefruit soda, vanilla, and lavender is the perfect complement.

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  2. Ksomm

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience2
    The food was decent but the service was terrible. Anytime we ordered drinks it took at least 15 minutes for it arrive, it was difficult to flag someone down to ask for anything. The server rarely double checked to see if we needed anything else, it honestly seemed like we rarely saw her. Also, they use opentable but when I made the notes for why I was coming in, they didn’t even check it.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    Food was good. The portion size was very large. Drinks were ok. Had the OG margarita.

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  4. StarckFan

    Houston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Enjoyed the Mac-n-cheese, hush puppies, and queso with the frito pie… Great comfort food and a pleasant atmosphere.

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  5. MichaelD

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    The food was so so My wife didnt enjoy her meal very much

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  6. disappointed

    Austin

    17 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience5
    The “biscuits” were so hard they were inedible and the chicken was dry. Pesto grilled cheese was just toast with cold cheese. Flavor was good but execution was terrible. Ambience is great but there are management or staffing issues front of house and kitchen. Server was nice when we saw her, but it was a 25 minute wait to be greeted at the table. Won’t be going back.

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  7. happy

    Houston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    was a really great experience. would defintely go back.

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  8. Mark

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food, good service. Pleasant experience, would recommend.

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  9. KeithA

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What an AMAZING restaurant. Stopped by for brunch as it was highly rated on a food network article and I was floored by how good everything was. The staff and management were very helpful and attentive and THE FOOD was out of this world. Could not recommend more highly.

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  10. Fatima

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was Efrain and he was super nice! Definitely would go back

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  11. SteveS

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food2service5ambience5
    Brunch was very mediocre, little pricey get a lot of food just not very good

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    really enjoyed the food! there’s complimentary valet parking (just pay tip)

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  13. RashodJefferson

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice. First time there, My husband and I enjoyed it.

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  14. deltadiva

    Houston

    16 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    The service at this location was horrible. Not sure if they were short staffed, but we waited an hour just to get drinks. Also, the four tables around us were seated after us, ordered after us but received food and drinks before us. The food was subpar and the cathead biscuit that I was looking forward to was hard and cold.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First experience here was delightful, kids loved it as well. Kim M was great.

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  16. SBarber

    Houston

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall3food4service3ambience3
    State Fare needs to update their online prices to match while dining

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience2
    The food was very bland and the service was horrible. We overheard other tables near us complaint about the service as well.

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  18. LianaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the most amazing service, especially the bartender! The place is so cute and the food was delicious. We had everything in our group from the fried chicken to the poke bowl to the redfish to the beyond burger, along with the brussels sprouts and it was all just amazing!

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  19. ThomasS

    Houston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    There were 3 of us! Every meal was great! Live the pickle dip with homemade bbq chips! Outstanding appetizer

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  20. BrianaB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Very good food. Tried the crawfish and andouille etoufee and it was really good! Third time at the restaurant and it was still just as good

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience4
    This was my first time coming for brunch, won’t be returning. In my hour sit down, my server (keonie) only came to our table 3 times. Once to greet, the other to take our order, and lastly to check us out. We had to get up ourselves go to the front of the kitchen and ask for Tabasco, and grab salt and pepper from tables that weren’t bussed. My eggs were cold and hash browns turned into mashed potatoes. Could’ve made a better meal at home. If it wasn’t for our receipt I wouldn’t even know my servers name.

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  22. LizaD

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place for big groups. Waitress was very attentive and food portions were very generous.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    We really struggled with getting someone to serve/greet us initially. I reported to a manager, and I still had to request the second time for someone to come by and take our initial order. Service was slow. Otherwise, everything was great, manager was kind. Our server was kind. Just probably need a bit more training.

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  24. Honey2

    Houston

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food4service3ambience5
    Once we placed our order , they forgot about us, had to flag down the waiter to inquire about our order. Finally had to ask for the manager. She was awesome and immediately handled the issues. They were super busy and very crowded so we just got lost in the ordering process. The food was okay, had to take home to eat.

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  25. RonniceW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was soo good! The griddle pancakes is huge! The waiter warned me how big it was but i didn’t listen lol. I couldn’t eat it all. They give you sooo much food! Atmosphere is good too!

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  26. SharonN

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a girlfriend luncheon there. Everyone’s food was delicious. The best fried shrimp!!!

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  27. Joni

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    My overall experience was awesome! I definitely will be coming back, the food and atmosphere was amazing !!

    State Fare Kitchen & Bar - MemorialResponded on September 20, 2023

    Thanks for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope to see you again soon!

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  28. AshW

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Lavender marg needs to be sweeter. House marg was SALTY. Deviled eggs were bland. Charcuterie sausage was good

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Good value and good service. Definitely a place to go if you want a chill vibe with good food and good service.

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  30. WaltS

    Denver

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 4, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    Great varied menu. Weekend Brunch is the best !! Gumbo …. top notch !! Numerous drink flights to choose from. Enjoy

    State Fare Kitchen & Bar - MemorialResponded on September 6, 2023

    Thanks for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope to see you again soon!

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  31. GayleT

    Houston

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience2
    Our food order was wrong, the table next to us order was wrong, management didn't apologize for the mishap. The waitress tried to make up for the mixup. She said the kitchen has made multiple mistakes. The State Fare in the Woodlands is something better. The food was mediocre. Won't be back

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  32. RobB

    Baton Rouge

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    Went there for Sunday brunch with 3 others. Food was good. It’s a little too noisy. Maybe turn down the music just a little. The 80s was a great decade, but maybe tone it down a little. Our waitress was good, but she was spread way too thin. Hire more servers. All in all a good meal.

    State Fare Kitchen & Bar - MemorialResponded on September 6, 2023

    Thanks for the review and feedback!

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  33. Mililani

    Houston

    7 reviews

    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    I took my son to the restaurant for his birthday and the service we received was not what I expected. A server brought me my soup and no spoon to eat it with. When our waitress finally came back to check on us my soup was cold, so I returned it. We all ordered tea but received no lemon with it. When I looked around at the other tables who ordered tea, there was lemon, but not ours. My mom's food came out wrong and had no taste. My son's food tasted like he was chewing rubber, the meat was awful tasting. The music was so loud that I felt like I was shouting to have a conversation. I asked the hostess if she could turn the music down and she never did. I'm not sure what's happened with the restaurant. It's not what I remember, but I know that I will not be coming back.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Great food. Great service. A bit loud due to the crowd but a crowd is a good thing, right? Will definitely be back.

    State Fare Kitchen & Bar - MemorialResponded on September 6, 2023

    Thanks for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope to see you again soon!

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  35. alwaysonsunday

    Houston

    37 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall2food4service3ambience1
    Our usual Sunday Lunch. Had a reservation so seated immediately. There was a line. There was 5 of us and they sat us at a table for 4. Not a good start. Also right by the front door where the noise was the loundest. We could hardly hear each other at the table. The young lady that served us was fine considering the number of people she was serving. OH the food? Well I think the others enjoyed their meal. Mine however was not that great. I had the Shrimp Louie with added Crab Meat. The Crab Meat was on its last leg. Tasted a little off. But a day later I am still ok so guess it was TOO bad. Dont think we will return

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience1
    Food is okay, the server we had was sweet but the restaurant is severely understaffed. We had a reservation at 1:00, weren’t seated till 1:30 , after we were seated it was 15 mins before we saw our waitress. She was really nice but it was SO LOUD we couldn’t hear a single thing she said. We just smiled and nodded…. 3/5 people in the group got a glass of wine, one person got a soda, it took 30 minutes for them bring them out. My sparkling rose was warm. A lot could be solved by hiring more people, but I know that’s something you can always control. To put into perspective, the on duty police officer that was there, we saw bussing tables and wiping down plates to help the staff!!! New definition of Protect and Serve!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    Did bunch. Omelet contained no cheese inside and more onions than ham. Fry on onion rings was wet on inside (sitting around?). Flavors were so mild in the grits, there was no sense in adding the the cheese, etc. no salt on table. Biscuit was so big but hard on the outside and undercooked on the inside. Definitely a place that tries to go for quantity over quality.

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  38. Fine

    Houston

    27 reviews

    2.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall2food3service1ambience1
    Double date night. Service was very slow and inconsistent. Ordered 2 pork chops 1 one was 1/2 the size of the other- chef claimed they weighed the same but then sent another 1/2 pork chop. Had to ask for everything- including salt and pepper, silverware, water, dessert menu, check. Not a very fun experience. Won’t go again.

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  39. KCL1

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for a family brunch/lunch. Great food. Great service. Good prices.

    State Fare Kitchen & Bar - MemorialResponded on September 6, 2023

    Thanks for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope to see you again soon!

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  40. EdithD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place and great food. Definitely a place to visit will not regret it. Brunch is my favorite 10/10 recommend.

    State Fare Kitchen & Bar - MemorialResponded on September 6, 2023

    Thanks for the great review! We're glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope to see you again soon!

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial using the Order Online button. State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (832) 831-0950.

State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial is rated 4.2 stars by 2007 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial

947 Gessner, B190, Houston, TX 77024

Additional information

  • Cross street
    I-10
  • Neighborhood
    Westside
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:30 pm Sat 10:00 am–10:30 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is complimentary parking garage directly beside State Fare as well as valet complimentary service offered.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Vernelle Powe
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (832) 831-0950
  • Catering
    At your place or ours, State Fare Kitchen & Bar can provide unparalleled service and cuisine for your next special occasion. We offer multiple semi-private dining options. We also have full catering capabilities, to make your next event as perfect as possible. State Fare’s professional catering staff will work with you to coordinate all the details, from casual to formal events.
  • Private party facilities
    State Fare Kitchen & Bar boasts an upscale-casual aesthetic with an inviting bar to match any occasion. With many well appointed spaces to accommodate groups of 12 to 50, let our team provide an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Dining Coordinator: (832) 831-0950
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