WOW! I could say the place was super clean and the atmosphere was exceptional comfort cafe but, the real story is how good the food was. I had the grilled chicken, green beans and rice. It has to be stated separately: the chicken was perfectly cooked and I do mean perfection. I am a picky green bean connoisseur and usually prefer softer over crunchy, these beans were were the best. Now for the rice I really don’t know how to explain but, I didn’t know rice could be cooked so tender but, not sticky. I had no idea rice could be so good. I will eat at the Red Balloon Cafe anytime I’m in the area.

The Houston City Beat Foodie Life Show went out to experience the culinary creations at Red Balloon Cafe and we have to report - pure enjoyment! We ordered the chicken salad with cilantro dressing and the cheeseburger with bacon. Both were excellent. We also had a tasting of two bisques and the butterfly shrimp.Words just can’t describe! The Chef has done an excellent job and Houston City Beat gives it two Heat all the way. It was everything we were expecting and more!Update: our most recent experience:

What a complete surprise! Eric, the owner/ chef, and his staff, were unbelievably inviting and personal. He offered us free samples of the his shrimp bisque, poblano pepper soup and my wife, who isnt a soup person, purchased a bowl to go, obviously.. The catfish and shrimp platter was delicious, not oily and heavy, very light and crisp, the way it should be. My hamburger was solid as well. Nice outside patio if you feel like dining al fresco. Definitely coming back.

Good food and service.Rather limited menu. But the fried shrimp were especially delicious! If you get takeout thats all you need! I would definitely order that again if I happen to be in the area.Patio not pleasant due to being so close to the feeder and freeway. Lack of ambiance inside.Maybe music and TV would help some.

Best Shrimp Bisque Ive EVER had and the Bacon Avocado Cheeseburger was equally delicious! First visited on Tuesday for a late lunch. The chef warmly greeted myself and a gentleman walking in after me. We were generously offered samples of Shrimp Bisque and Poblano Soup, which immediately sold me on the Shrimp Bisque. It looked like a small serving, but it was extremely filling so I ate half for dinner. Im not a fan of poblano peppers, in general, but I still enjoyed it!Returned Wednesday for the Bacon Avocado Cheeseburger. The thick patty was cooked to perfection, no pink and not dry. The vegetables looked and tasted fresh. The thick cut fries had just the right amount of Cajun seasoning and were fried perfectly, not soggy, not burnt, just right.The cafe is brand new, therefore; the menu is not set in stone yet, hence the crossed out items on the photo. The owner mentioned adding salads and a childrens menu. Regardless of future updates, this place is a gem!! Looking forward to cooler weather to enjoy the large patio with my colleagues 💛

I cant say enough GREAT things about this place! OH-MY-GAWD!!! The food is absolutely delicious!!! EVERYTHING is so FRESH!!! The catfish was BEYOND outstanding. Mom loved the juicy chicken breast. The brownie w raspberry sauce is devine! Oh, and the samples of soup and margarits🥳🥳🥳PLEASE help support this neighborhood business! Its sooo worth the visit. I cant wait to bring my hubby, family and friends!!!!Five stars to the chef, Eric Grbic!

Amazing catfish, amazing soup and amazing service. Love this place. Local restaurant with fresh food made from scratch. I wish I found this place sooner. Dont walk, run here. Chicken Tenders and catfish are some of the best! Ask for the owner Eric, he will take care of you

Excellent food and drink. Customer service is also fantastic.

Alot better then I thought but it is good and should have more people there though decor should be more updated I think

I tried this restaurant yesterday along with a few coworkers. The owner was incredibly nice. We sampled the delicious poblano soup and shrimp bisque. We all liked it so much we ended up getting a cup of soup and the chicken tenders with fries. It was all so so good! You must check this place out!! *food was so good I devoured it before snapping a picture*

The cheeseburger and fries were delicious. Im coming back for the soups! Please help support this local business, times are tough for all. The owner Eric, is very welcoming. Wonderful hospitality.

Amazing food, service and hospitality! I was bummed when the Clay location closed and was super excited to see them hang their shingle again on the Beltway. Went for lunch and wasn’t looking for a huge meal. Started off by trying samples of shrimp bisque and poblano soup…both off the charts. Eric (owner/chef) was sampling a chicken fried steak and offered for me to join him at the table. Highly recommend it. By the time i was ready to order, i went with the grilled chicken, rice pilaf and green beans. Nailed it again. Thanks Eric and team for a wonderful experience. Will definitely be back…

Yum! Creamed potatoes are awesome. Chicken tenders are light and crispy. I recommend the cilantro dressing as the dipping sauce.

We live in the neighborhood so we had to check it out and try this place. We went on a Friday night. The food was excellent, we ordered the grilled catfish, rice & veggies, the tilapia with rice & veggies, a grilled chicken salad and bbq chicken breast sandwich & fries, the family enjoyed it and the outside patio is very inviting. Will definitely be back, especially with cooler weather, we cant wait to eat the soup they offered us, its excellent!

One of the best little hidden in plain sight eateries off the beltway 8 and Hammerly. Very good food and reasonable prices. The owner/ chef Eric is very friendly and chats with everyone. I highly recommend this place.

The fish, shrimp & cream potatoes were delicious!! I ate there for lunch but also ordered take out. I was disappointed because they left out my desert, my brownie, in my to go order. ☹ Perhaps they should put a receipt on the bag, of the take out orders, so you could verify your order is correct.🤷‍♀️

It is a wonderful place to eat! The fish was fresh. My parents and I went when I came into town. Definitely we will be going back!! You definitely need to go.

It was as great as I remembered the food being. The fish was wonderful and the potatoes were always my favorite. So glad to see you opened again. Wish you the best!

We decided to try Red Balloon out after seeing such great reviews and I can definitely say they did not disappoint! Everything was fresh, delicious and served beautifully plated. Dont be fooled by the casual decor...the food (most important part) is 10 stars! The fried shrimp was amazing and my wife is very picky (her fave is Pappadeauxs) and we have to say these shrimp perfectly cooked topped the best out there. The fish special was also cooked perfectly and tasted incredible. Poblano soup was also delicious. Another positive note...we love supporting small businesses and the young lady who helped us couldnt have been more professional and delightful. We will be back when we are in this area again for sure. In our opinion, this is what we need in every neighborhood! Thanks Red Balloon for all your attention to every detail. We appreciate it!!

Pleasantly surprised. Great food. Little pricey but worth it. Customer service is great as well

Great little find. Poblano soup great also the blackened redfish special. Definitely will visit again. Super friendly staff / owner.

Fabulous food, good service, fair prices. Everything Ive had is delicious, but my favorite is yheir chicken fried steak...good to the last bite.

Great food. Definitely be back.

Great food and great service! Eric, the owner came out and spoke to us. Would highly recommend!

Let me say this - THE FOOD WAS DELICIOUS!! ATMOSPHERE GORGEOUS! I am 100%impressed!! I am going back today to eat again!!

Some of the best chicken fried chicken weve had, it really stands out. The creamed potatoes were delicious, quite a surprise, not the run of the mill mashed potatoes. Comfortable restaurant, nonpretentious setting with a gorgeous deck. The cream of poblano soup was full of roasted peppers and creamy chunks of avocado and crispy tortilla strips. Really looking forward to returning.

The Chicken Marinella is so yummy. Excellent service as well.

Amazing food, and great customer service!!! Every time I go eat I leave happy!

Chicken Fried Steak, Chicken Tenders and Shrimp was on point. Tried the Poblano Soup which was delicious. Will definitely be going back!

Great selection of menue items available. Two of Us on this 1st visit. We both left satisfied in our meal, portions and price.Friendly Staff, comfortable and inviting ambianceWe will return. Go check Them out.

A little pricy 12 - 15 or sandwich and frys burger and frys maybe if they added the drink but really good food

While the food was good, it was very disappointing to find the restaurant had no highchair for our 15 month old AFTER ordering dine in. I hope this is remedied in the future as Spring Branch is full of young families. We wont be returning nor ordering to go since the business has no problem alienating a large customer base.

Food was delicious and the chef came out to say hey! Felt very comfortable and welcoming!

Very mediocre, food fare, not from scratch or homemade like they say. Gravy a big disappointment.

Really enjoyed Chef Erics Pecan roasted Chicken! This was a great treat!Cant wait to try some of his other Dishes!

My brother was recommended this place by one of his friends. Let me tell yall, they are friendly the food is amazing! The burgers are huge and mouth watering, and absolutely out of this world good.I definantly recommend this place!

Friendly, clean, food good. Only negative chicken fried steak couldve use a little more seasoning.

Spring Branch is so fortunate to be home to the Red Balloon Cafe.Outstanding menu selections from 44 Farms beef 1/2 pound Hamburgers to Gulf Fried Shrimp and hand breaded Chicken tender combo. Plus Chef Erics signature Pablano soup and Shrimp bisque that everyone must try a taste. Simply incredible food.

My wife had a sample of the homemade Poblano soup and stated it was Delicious. I ordered the large chicken fried steak and my wife had cream chicken parmesan both looked good and delicious

Chef Grbic and his team once again deliver. Prime rib was excellent.

Excellent dinner! Will definitely be back.

The food here is exceptionalThe taste for me was on pointThe blackened catfish was deliciousYou must try this place if you want good food

Food is really good. Service is good and its very clean.

SHRIMP BISQUE AND CHICKEN FRIED STEAK ARE AWESOME

Chicken tenders are excellent. Juicy.

Get the large chicken fried steak - so good!

Came here a few weeks ago and got fried chicken (dry and bland) with a side of fries (also incredibly bland).

First time here since reopening. Eric the owner knows what he is doing. My wife had chicken tender plate which they made fresh. Chicken was juicy and hot honey mustardis made in house. I hade the shrimp bisque that was very creamy and goes toe to toe with Fishermans Warf in Galveston. And we also got the chicken and shrimp combo. Also very hot and made to order. Restaurant was very clean and the owner him self came and made sure we were ok and food was to par. Cant wait to see what he comes up with next. Highly recommend Red Balloon Cafe.

If you havent tried this place yet, what are you waiting for? The food is AMAZING!

Great Food and Great Service. I Love this place

Great service and food was awesome.

Very good service,nice people and very good food.

Excellent burger, chicken fried steak and blackened catfish! The chef knows what he is doing.

Love the ambiance and amazing food by the CHEF!

Great food and friendly staff.

One of the best chicken fried steaks I’ve ever had

Really tasty burgers!

Comfort food shouldnt be this expensive

All of our food was amazing great experience

Food is fabulous!!

Me likey a lot

Great food and service!

Best soups in town !!

Great food

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