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State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial, Houston, TX

State Fare Kitchen & Bar - Memorial

4.3
4.3
1910 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 23 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • 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

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What 1,910 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Houston

    Great for brunch

  • Houston

    Great for brunch

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  1. CallieW

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful! Got the Memorial Day chef special for brunch and it was delicious
  2. Meka

    Houston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Overall good expedite. Food was decent and fair priced.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Biscuits were good but not warm enough to spread the butter. Cappuccino was lukewarm. They’re usually better so might’ve been an off day.
  4. Frank

    Houston

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience1
    Food was great. Service was excellent. would not recommend dining in the Music room. Way too loud!
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    vip
    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    Food was either under cooked or over cooked. The food quality has declined tremendously. The same very tall chef that brought us food another time I visited, served us again. Unfortunately my experience was poor again. Burned hash browns, undercooked wet hush puppies and hard dry biscuits. 0/10
  6. AkiaH

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    Went for brunch and the first thing our waiter said is drinks and food would be slow and prepare to wait! Food was absolute trash…I’ve been to this location before and it was pretty good but I’ll never return
  7. JasmineM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love State Fare. I’ve been to different locations and they never seem to fail me. Definitely a returning customer.
  8. KimberlyC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience2
    We made reservations for lunch well in advance of Mother's Day. We were put at a table in the private party room with several other tables, which was quite disappointing because that room is tiny and blah. The hostess was rude when I asked if there was a different table we could use in the main dining room. She said we could wait for a different table if we wanted to, but she would not even try to estimate how long that wait would be. The special menu from that day was quite limited. There was nothing on the menu about the Mother's Day boards I'd been receiving emails about for two weeks. When I asked the waitress about them and showed her one of the emails, she said they only had one such board available. All the other pictured boards were just to make the offerings look more extensive than they were, I guess. My food was cold and way overpriced for what it was. The only good thing, in my opinion, was the appetizers we ordered (hushpuppies and avocado street corn toast). I definitely won't be going back, which is a shame because I used to like this place although I admit it had been months since I'd been there.
  9. EddieS

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    1st off, weather was terrible and we were running late. Called the restaurant and let them know our ETA had us getting there late for our appt, and they were nice and said, "No Problem," which we appreciated! Upon arriving, roughly 10min late for the appt, we were promptly sat, without issue. Wait staff came fairly quickly, on such a busy holiday, Mother's day, and food ordered came pretty quickly each time we ordered, as well! Great food, great experience, would certainly go again!
  10. Lakec

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food! Best hush puppies I have ever had! Great service!
  11. AngelaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everyone should try it food awesome staff energetic. I could go errrrrrrdyday
  12. SamanthaB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Great ambiance and I loved the guacamole and queso appetizer!
  13. AnthonyA

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience4
    They seemed to be a little bit understaffed, but that's a problem plaguing many restaurants these days. Our bartender and waiter were great, if a little slow, and the food was delicious. We all had a wonderful time, and we will definitely be coming back.
  14. Kaci817

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fresh and delicious! Daniel our Server was great! Even the Valets were awesome!0
  15. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service2ambience5
    Brunch plates are always good. Mimosas are great too. Super lively place.
  16. Imahri

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    Horrible, horrible service! Jacqueline the sever is the absolute worst server ever. The restaurant staff was not respectful to my family about what Jacqueline did. Jacqueline served us burnt gumbo then had an attitude when we told her. She brushed off everything. When the check came, she lied to us saying there was a system update and everyone got charged the "same" amount. In all reality Jacqueline SWIPED everyone's card a second time to get her tip amount, which was not a problem at all. The issue was her lying and making up a whole story saying a the computer updating everytime she swiped the cards. Do not go to this State Fare restaurant!!! I should've went to the Woodlands location like I normally do.
  17. LayllenS

    Los Angeles

    38 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food4service3ambience5
    Waited a long time before someone greeted us. Food was just okay.
  18. VictorH

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Did a brunch here with some friends on a Saturday. We were a party of 4 who went for the brunch cocktails (bloody mary and strawberry frose) plus the spicy margarita; all of which were tasty. Fried green tomatoes is their best appetizer. Comes with five, tomatoes are perfectly fried and crisp and topped with a lump crab topping and hot pepper over some remoulade; excellent flavor balances and texture! Brunch entrees are good but pricy. Poached eggs on crab cakes and bbq shrimp & grits were both tasty although at 27.50 each, were quite high. Crawfish and creole benedict is delicious and very rich with the sauce but was expected. Hipster Cristo = amazing with the powdered sugar; might’ve been our most favorite dish. Excellent service and clean interior although noise level is more than what we’re used too. Would return again for brunch but maybe do outside seating.
  19. Elizabeth

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    They accommodated our large party so seamlessly and it was so nice!
  20. TravisC

    Baltimore

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Must visit. Highly recommend parmesean Grits, griddle cake with chicken tenders, mimosa flight, Ocean Water frozen drink, birria hash and birria grilled cheese.
  21. belindaz

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came here for my sisters 50th bday. As usual everything was amazing! I had the pesto grilled cheese and added bacon to it, this sandwich never disappoints! They’re frozen flights also on point, my favorite was the ocean water a must try!
  22. BlueP

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    James was our server. He was amazing. He was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4
    It was my birthday brunch and honestly I was underwhelmed. Our server was nice but was a little inconsistent and absent most of our experience.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Under staffed. Very slow service on both drinks and food.
  25. Carmesha

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience5
    The service has went down tremendously since it first opened. I hadn’t been in a while and I live really close. Some friends and I decided to give it a go again, and the service was just not up to par. We went at 12:15pm this past Saturday, we waited about 15/20min for water, and our waitress. Afterward she took approximately 15-20min between ordering drinks and food. This wouldn’t be a problem had it been packed out as it typically is, OR we saw her actively assisting other tables. This was not the case, she was standing directly in front of us by the bar. Sure helping out behind the bar here and there, but she was not needed. We could not place orders, or ask for small things needed so she wouldn’t be overwhelmed by us requesting so much at once. Unfortunately, we had no choice since we just weren’t sure if she’d come right back or not. She was very sweet, and maybe just an off day but when you’re a faithful customer you can immediately see the difference in a lot. Including the food quality. Experience was great, and I enjoyed my girlfriends, the service could’ve been just a little better.
  26. Katydvr

    Houston

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall3food3service1ambience4
    Very slow and unattentive service even though it wasn’t busy. Food was okay but not exceptional.
  27. JasonG

    Houston

    37 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience3
    Waitress was good, the valet was supposed to be complimentary gave the valet guy too he said that the tip wasn't big enough because he valid two cars and wouldn't leave!!!!! very unprofessional would not be going back
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved our experience. Just a casual work lunch and very enjoyable!
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    First of all our server took 30 minutes to bring My Husband coffee and his liquer drop. Our food was cold when brought out had to send back. The waitress dropped a plate of food on floor. Plate broke ,glass and food flew everywhere. Just not a good experience at all. Visit restaurant very seldom and not a great experience at all. Then she charged us for Geand Marier and we had Kaylua. Mentioned to Manager he went up front and never answered my question. I was very displeased with this experience My name: Octavia Jackson 7738 James Franklin Houston, Tx 77088. Thanks in advance
  30. HTownGirl

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    We had a party of 8. I believe everyone's meal was correct except my husband's meal. He ordered fried shrimp, he received a seafood platter. When he received the correct item, he said it was overcooked and chewy.
  31. OpenTable Diner

    East Texas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    One of our guests ordered gumbo and the rue tasted burnt and the sausage was dried out, too. It was as if the gumbo had been on the burner way too long. Our other orders were fine.
  32. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server Efryan(I think that’s how he spells it) was amazing!! The perfect mix of attentiveness and distance. He was engaging, knowledgeable, and had a great personality. Well done!
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    14 reviews

    3.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Six of us went for Easter Brunch. The place is nice but very, very loud. The service was very good. Drinks were good. Portions were large but food was very average. Crab cakes were just a bit on the fishy side. Hash browns were not cooked well and very mushy on the inside. Cat head biscuit was like a brick. Valet parking was really awful. We ended up getting our keys and driving away on our own without their help. There are way too many good restaurants in Houston, so we will not return here.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brunch was amazing, portions were huge and drinks were great. Definitely will be going back soon
  35. EvaB

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Very good lunch menu that was quite tasty. Will return!
  36. BdayBruncher

    Houston

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience1
    Came for brunch for 6 and sat at a round table. It was impossible for us to hear one another talk because the acoustics are so bad in there. It also took a long time for the waiter to take our drink and then food orders. The food was decent but nothing incredible. We were there celebrating a birthday which I noted on my reservation but they didn’t acknowledge it in any way. It was not the celebratory family brunch experience I was hoping for.
  37. JanetT

    Houston

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    I’ve gotten the shrimp Louie salad every time I’ve gone. It seems like it was smaller than before, and the shrimp were definitely not the larger shrimp that I’ve had in the past. My husband loves his chicken fried steak.
  38. AprilSuperWoman

    Houston

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brunch was delicious! Our service by Maison was amazing too! Will definitely be back!
  39. DanceMom

    Dallas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience4
    Waiter was almost non existent after we ordered food. We had to clear our own table so we weren’t staring at the food for an hour while we still enjoyed drinks. We had to take our checks to someone else so we could pay after waiting for way too long.
  40. GaybreeA

    Houston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience5
    When we arrived we were not greeted. Took a minute for hostess to seat us. Sat for 15min with no service until I walk to the wait staff area and ask if we could get some assistance. Quickly a waitress from another area came over and she was phenomenal. She explain several options and waited on us the remaining of our visit. Thank you for saving my bday celebration.

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 4.3 stars by 1910 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 23 times today
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

  • 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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