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Hobbit Cafe

Hobbit Cafe

Café$$$$
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    Jeanette M.
    "Black bean nachos with guacamole = Heaven"(3 Tips)
    Hazel R.
    "Awesome atmosphere, nice beer selection and tasty food!"(8 Tips)
    Hera S.
    "Love this place, the vibe is great & black bean burger rocks."(4 Tips)
    Logan S.
    "The shire sandwich is super good and filling!"(2 Tips)
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  • Andres E.heart icon on user image
    Andres ElizondoJanuary 11, 2017
    Go here for the ultimate Tolkien experience. The ONLY licensed restaurant for the hobbit franchise, blessed by the man himself. Their sandwiches, beer selection, atmosphere are unparalleled
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    Balsam .rMarch 24, 2017
    Great patio good Food and friendly staff! Food portion is so big that you can share ! We ordered tuna SLIME sandwich and smoked turkey SLIME sandwich and was delicious but couldn't eat them all !
    Upvoted Sep 19
  • Logan S.heart icon on user image
    Logan SullivanFebruary 4, 2018
    Lots of vegetarian options, many easy to make vegan. The shire sandwich is super good and filling! The sweet potato fries are INCREDIBLE. “Slim” sandwiches are more than enough.
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    Houston PressAugust 4, 2014
    The sandwiches and burgers are the stars, particularly the Martinique burger, a mountainous patty of Angus beef with so many messy toppings that you practically need to be hosed down when done eating. Read more
  • Sophia P.heart icon on user image
    Sophia PrimeraFebruary 4, 2018
    The Shire is really good!! Ask for no mayo and it’s vegan!! And the sweet potato fries are heavenly
  • Danielle N.heart icon on user image
    Danielle NicoleJuly 19, 2016
    Though it isn't listed anywhere online- this place has a dog friendly patio with a bar attached and the staff was kind enough to plug in some fans for us to keep cool while we ate
  • Anand D.heart icon on user image
    Anand DhanasekharanJuly 27, 2016
    Nice ambience. I like the menu and they can make every burger vegetarian, even though I didn't want it. Their ciders n meads are amazing if you like strong sweet drinks.
  • Brian B.heart icon on user image
    Brian BOctober 24, 2015
    While visiting Houston a coworker took us here for dinner to get out of the downtown area. This place is a hidden gem love their burgers. Great place to try if your in Houston.
  • Cynthia N.
    Cynthia NicoleMay 22, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Everything on the menu is amazing! Lots of Vegetarian & vegan options, as well as meat options. Slim sandwiches are more than enough, classics are gigantic. Beer list is surprisingly great. Smoothies.
  • John M.heart icon on user image
    John MaysonNovember 19, 2013
    While it's hardly a Middle Earth dish, the jerk chicken is the best I've ever had. Something about the flavor of their rice just blends beautifully with the spices in the jerk sauce.
  • Ashley H.heart icon on user image
    Ashley HuneycuttMarch 10, 2016
    Good vibe and good food. Fish tacos are fantastic and the pecan pie is the best I've had in my LIFE.
  • Peter T.heart icon on user image
    Peter TorresMay 2, 2019
    The Balrog burger is not only massive, it is absolutely amazing! One of the most flavorful burgers I have ever had!
  • Stephanie M.heart icon on user image
    Stephanie MarieMarch 22, 2016
    All the food and the people included. I was more than pleasantly surprised by the experience. Great for vegetarians/vegans!!! Nice rare beers on tap too!
  • Chuck D.
    Chuck DotsonDecember 20, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Not only does Hobbit have fantastic food but they have a terror selection if craft beers. If you are looking for a place to have good beer and conversation, you can't beat the patio!
  • Jim B.heart icon on user image
    Jim BaileyJanuary 18, 2015
    Had the Boudin and Eggs with a Peanut Butter Pancake, servings are large, service is good, Great place for Breakfast⭐️⭐️⭐️
  • Ryann G.
    Ryann GruberJuly 2, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Beer selection is good - happy hour at 3. The Shire slim is one of my favorite vegetarian sandwiches. Staff is friendly, slow or During a rush. Always a nice visit :)
  • Katy I.
    Katy IrvingJanuary 22, 2011
    You MUST come for weekend brunch at least once! The salmon benedict with their spicy breakfast potatoes are devine and the gingerbread pancakes are a real treat! Don't miss it! 10-2pm weekends only
  • Jeanette N R.
    Great staff, great owner, great coffee. The atmosphere is cozy and nice...Nice place to study and just catch up on reading.
  • Steve Y.heart icon on user image
    Steve YoungMarch 24, 2018
    Coconut pancakes and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip pancakes are both great.
  • Britney S.
    Britney SamsonAugust 19, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Guacamole salad is heavenly and is made to be shared. Fresh fruit salad with yogurt and honey is SO good.
  • Anna J.
    Anna JoyJuly 10
    Hobbit Cafe in Houston, Texas delights with themed decor, hearty dishes, and a cozy atmosphere perfect for Tolkien fans.
  • CJ M.
    CJ MNovember 14, 2013
    Chicken salad was out of this world. Smaugs Delight was great! Don't order the large unless u have Bombers appetite to back it up (huge)
  • M G.heart icon on user image
    M GApril 12, 2015
    I like the plain Barbados burger - ask for it cooked medium, as sometimes they overcook it a bit. Awesome carrot cake!
  • Stacyheart icon on user image
    StacySeptember 30, 2017
    Everything I’ve tried here is freshly made and hobbit healthy. I shall return!
  • Morgan S.heart icon on user image
    Morgan StevensSeptember 5, 2015
    The French fries are amazing!!! Be warned, if you ask for extra avocado it will take up most of the plate
  • Suchi
    SuchiJuly 4, 2013
    I'm not sure if the lamb burger was a limited time thing, but it was awesome! If you like lamb, get it. You won't regret it.
  • Jackie L.heart icon on user image
    Jackie LuoAugust 9, 2014
    So good. Best burgers and fries. They have a delicious mango smoothie, too!
  • Veronics O.heart icon on user image
    Veronics OMay 26, 2014
    Everything was really good!! Kids finished everything on their plate! Service was excellent!
  • Karen F.
    Karen FaulkMarch 12
    Cozy place with a quiet and peaceful ambiance! The cold coffee is really good.....
  • Megheart icon on user image
    MegAugust 10, 2014
    This place is a Houston staple. The Withywindle is fantastic, but only get a small portion unless you're ready to eat several pounds of sandwich! They don't mess around with small serving sizes here.
  • Nathaniel H.
    Nathaniel HeironimusNovember 12, 2011
    A great beer selection, the best burger I have had in years, and awesome service. Also, good salsa, even if the chips are store bought.
  • Kenji T.
    Kenji TasakaAugust 24, 2012
    Try the The Strider - Egg salad sandwich with fresh mushrooms, sprouts, and tomatoes on whole wheat poppy seed bread. Amazing.
  • Julianne A.
    Julianne AMarch 10, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    The salmon burger comes smothered with the most delicious dill sauce I've ever tasted. Ask for the sweet potato fries because it's off the menu.
  • Jose C.heart icon on user image
    Jose ColucciSeptember 16, 2013
    Excellent food ... be sure to not dress up or you will feel out of place. The more casual the better... :)
  • Mandi H.
    Mandi HolmesAugust 24, 2014
    Benjamin is the best server. Surprisingly good food not just a gimmicky place. We will eat here again.
  • Lisa P.
    Lisa PingDecember 29, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Everything is amazing! Great people and great food!
  • Matt J.
    Matt JohansenJune 2, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Great beer menu. Best fish tacos I've ever had. Glad I found this place.
  • Rebecca T.
    Rebecca ThompsonSeptember 12, 2012
    Really liked the feel of this place and will come back, but have to admit I didn't like the jerk chicken. Will try something else!
  • Andres N.
    Andres NovoaNovember 5, 2015
    The Smaug is delicious! It's an avocado lover's paradise!!
  • alexis g.
    alexis gomezMarch 23
    Sandwiches with coffee is the best in this place. I loved it.
  • Hannah S.
    Hannah SalinasJanuary 13, 2013
    Best black bean burger ever. (Has the taste of curry, so beware if you don't like that.)
  • S J.heart icon on user image
    S JJanuary 4, 2017
    They pile a mountain of avocado on almost everything! 🥑
  • Anthony T.
    Anthony TorresOctober 16, 2011
    Not gonna lie. The Salmon Eggs Benedict was divine! Served with this spicy hash mash? Yes please, best brunch ever!
  • Mildred J.heart icon on user image
    Mildred JohnsonMarch 14, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Awesome! Just as it has been for at least 30 years
  • Cheri H.
    Cheri H.October 19, 2010
    Best hole in the wall cafe hands down. Never had anything off the menu that I didn't like. Food & atmosphere rock!
  • Rubenheart icon on user image
    RubenApril 21, 2019
    Good food, great mead and atmosphere
  • Shannon L.
    Shannon LloydAugust 15, 2013
    Amazing service and you can't go wrong with anything you order!
  • Colin W.
    Colin WilliamsJune 7, 2014
    Delicious black bean burger... From a guy who loves bacon!
  • Edith S.heart icon on user image
    Edith SantiagoNovember 27, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    You must come for brunch on the weekend and have their pancakes! They are decandantly delicious!
  • Amanda P.heart icon on user image
    Amanda ParkerJuly 12, 2014
    Awesome beer selection. La Fin Du Monde on tap!
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