Location: Kemah
Top Restaurants in Kemah
Where to Eat in Kemah: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Kemah has a boardwalk with amusement park rides, waterfront restaurants and shopping. Take a boat ride on the bay, or a carriage ride through town. There are also walking tours through the historic, haunted Kemah Light House District. The family-friendly city is halfway between Houston and Galveston.
Things to do in Kemah
1. T-Bone Tom's Meat Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 758 reviews
Reviewed By Shaun J - Wentzville, Missouri
Kitschy atmosphere with some wonderful BBQ served up. A party of four and split two entrees. The special was a 3 item pork combo that easily fed two. At only $12.99 and for the quality of entree and side items, this place could not be beat.
2. Joe Lee's Seafood Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Gary W - League City, Texas
We eat here often to enjoy great seafood in simple surroundings. Friendly and helpful staff. Order at counter and pick up food at counter. One of our favorite seafood spots. We'll keep coming back!
3. Starbucks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By thadams4 - Lone Grove, Oklahoma
It was cold and rainy and this place was packed. The employee taking orders was very kind as he prompted the customers who were time bandits to hurry...with comments such as,"I am sorry to hurry you, Ma'am, we have a line out the door" as she dug for a few pennies...He was very polite. Took orders quickly and the orders were completed just as fast. I was impressed. My local Starbucks can't even accomplish this on a slow day!
4. Tookie's
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 435 reviews
Reviewed By tleeEvans - Houston, Texas
Went for dinner on a Saturday night to the new location. It was very busy that evening, but our wait was maybe 20 minutes. Very good food, mainly hamburgers, but also have some other sandwiches on the menu. I ordered the basic hamburger and my husband got the cheeseburger, we split on order of half tater tots and fries. We also got the friend mushrooms. The mushrooms were very good, served pipping hot. The burgers are a good size, with a nice soft bun. Mine tasted a bit salty, but still very good. The fries are not all that good, over baked and no flavor. Wish I had tried the onion rings instead. The tater tots were OK, but nothing to rave about. Serves was very good, and prices reasonable. If you are wanting a decent hamburger in a fun location this is the place. Only steps away from the boardwalk. Go early as the place get crowded and the area is full of good restaurants so the parking is a problem.
5. Seabrook Waffle Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By Festivalgoddess
This was the second time I visited. The first time it was okay, but nothing special. I thought the price was fair for the unique setting and novelty of sweet or savory waffles. The second time I went back, the dough was undercooked and gummy inside. I went as an option to Dairy Queen for a sweet treat. I don’t plan on going back. It is just a few blocks from the house, so I could have become a regular customer. Service is just okay. Staff seems to be more interested in each other than the customers.
6. Stomp's Burger Joint
Overall Ratings
4 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By Mike R - Pearland, Texas
Had lunch with a friend here a week ago. They have a number of quite interesting things on their menu, including a number of different burgers. I don't remember the name of the burger I ordered but I think it had bacon meat ground up in with the beef, plus fries. The burger was pretty dry, with no special flavor or anything to recommend it. The fries were quite good, but did not come with the burger--you had to order them separately. Also had a couple of cold Dos XX. I think overall this place is overrated, and not cheap...just average.
7. Red River Barbecue Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 270 reviews
Reviewed By David H - Lampasas
We were in the area with a disaster relief group following Hurricane Harvey, and wanted to share Texas BBQ with some of the volunteers from other parts of the US. Based on reviews, we picked Red River BBQ, and it came through with flying colors. It presented a clean and modern venue, which still managed to capture the feel of a good Texas BBQ joint. Lots of seating inside close to the condiments and drink refills, but we opted to sit outside at one of the numerous picnic tables. Sausage, brisket, and Turkey were universally liked by the group, but the standout was the pork ribs. Tender, moist, and easy to pull meat off the bone, they were full of flavor. I consumed most of my plate without benefit of sauce, which was a bit on the sweet & bland side for me, although our visitors thought it had a nice "bite" to it. We will probably return to Red River when we are next in South East Houston and need some good BBQ.
8. Opus Bistro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 222 reviews
On the corner of the canal and Oak Road which is the main entrance to Clear Lake Shores just before the bridge into Clear Lake Shores, a small community on the lake.
Reviewed By Tump01 - Houston, Texas
This was my wife's birthday dinner that we had on a recent Saturday. We got an early reservation and since there were nine of us, we were seated upstairs. Our waiter was attentive, professional and wasn't fazed by our three restless grand-kids. We did the surf and turf, fish several different ways along with appetizers and mixed drinks. All were excellent. As the evening wore on, this place got crowded and noisy so dine early for a quieter experience. Prices tend to be a little high but the quality is there. Will return for the next special occasion.
9. Merlion Thai Restaurant & Lounge on 4th
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By Rebekajean - The Woodlands, Texas
Came here with family, our first time, family comes often. We were seated by the window. The atmosphere is friendly, business casual with a few exceptions keeping it from being beach casual. Waitstaff are attentive and let you know up front, food is cooked to...MoreThank you for your review. We appreciate your business and look forward to you coming back!
10. Boondoggles
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 175 reviews
Reviewed By joeybaloney
Decent neighborhood watering hole in El Lago/Seabrook area (down the road a few miles from NASA) with a good beer selection and fun atmosphere. Large outdoor patio if the weather is good. Menu offers typical pub type food, burgers, pizza. Food is good and prices are reasonable. The Pub is barely visible from the street, however, it's around the back of another building.
