Eat like a local

Big Bertha’s Bar & Grill  
12802 Walden Rd.
936-582-6564
www.facebook.com/BigBerthas
 
Known for their famous burger, the menu also boasts “The best steaks in Montgomery,” featuring an 8-oz. tenderloin filet with brandy peppercorn sauce and a 20-oz. ribeye to sink your teeth into. They recently celebrated their 20th-year anniversary. Reviews talk about friendly staff and atmosphere. 

 
Marini’s Pizza 
12820 Walden Rd. #5 
936-582-5556
https://marinispizza.com
 
According to one fan, Marini’s pizza is “small and unassuming” and “the food is fabulous.” Marini’s pizza has pastas, salads, and customizable pizzas made fresh to order. This establishment is BYOB, and the service is fast and friendly. There are rave reviews for the incredible garlic knots, supreme pizza, and Greek salad. If you're lucky enough to be in a 3-mile radius, delivery is available.
 

Texans BBQ & Catering 
12097 FM 830
936-890-2100
www.texansbbqandcatering.com 
           
Delicious food, huge portions, at a decent price by some seriously hard-working folks, on wood-burning BBQ pits. Only open three days a week, the line tells all! Worth the wait to get in, but there’s also a drive-through. Basic BBQ joint menu with minimal options, but what is done is done right! The baked potato casserole seems to steal the spotlight. However, all the wood-smoked meats are tasty, tender, and tantalizing to the taste buds.  


The Hidden Gem Diner
12930 FM 830 Rd. 
936-890-9538
www.facebook.com/TheHiddenGemDiner/
 
Have you found The Hidden Gem Diner? It is the last stop on FM 830/Cude Cemetery Road, before the public boat ramp. Located in the corner of Lake Conroe Food Mart/Texaco. Don’t be fooled by the location though. Real food, real people, real fun! It has fantastic, made-from-scratch daily specials which currently feature Chicken a La King, beef stroganoff, smothered pork chops, beef tips and rice, and chicken and dumplings. The regular menu features a full breakfast menu, burgers, sandwiches, baskets, and blue-plate specials.  
 

The Crazy Fisherman
13721 FM 1097 
936-900-1464 
 
From the humble beginnings of a food truck comes a new brick-n-mortar restaurant to Montgomery County with a recent grand opening that happened on September 28th. The menu features shrimp, lobster, crab-loaded Cajun fries, tacos, quesadillas, nachos, grilled cheese. A unique spin on a great idea! Go check them out and support a local up-and-coming mom ’n’ pop shop.  


San Miguel de Allende Bar and Grill
17156 FM 1097
936-449-8028
 
San Miguel is a fantastic, off-the-beaten-path Tex-Mex restaurant. It is owned by the Montoya family and managed by Alondra, who is super knowledgeable. They have fantastic service for favorites like fajitas, tacos, chalupas, enchiladas and a kids' menu. Another fun feature – it is happy hour there for seven days a week, from 11:00 am-6:00 pm. Caution though – they offer a 32-oz. margarita! Super muy delicioso and highly recommend!
 

North Lake Grill  
13988 Calvary Rd.
936-228-7535 
www.northlakegrill.com
            
On the far less traveled side of the lake lies a cabin-esque restaurant serving up some serious sustenance. Bring your spirits and enjoy a serene view of Lake Conroe tucked away in the woods. Menu items consist of appetizers, burgers, smoked BBQ fare, seafood, and platters. You haven’t lived until you’ve sampled their cranberry coleslaw. So whether by road or boat, take a ride out to one of the best-kept secrets on the lake.


Kajun Kreol Café
18700 TX-105
936-582-5875 
www.kajunkreolcafe.com

Need that Cajun fix? Kajun Kreol Café is dedicated to bringing our customers authentic Kreol food straight from the French Quarter of Louisiana. With our traditional Cajun recipes, we are sure to be a new favorite spot for all things Cajun.
 

7 Leguas
15949 TX-105
936-588-5056 
www.7leguasmexicanrestaurant.com

Colorful Mexican joint draws crowds with an extensive menu, creative margaritas and live music.
 

Oh! Le Cepe
1515 League Line Rd., Ste. A
936-228-2156 
www.ohlecrepe.com

Oh! Le Crepe is a restaurant from a new perspective. Delicious, quality food... Create your own or order from the wide variety of menu items. Eat and enjoy!
 

GuadalaHARRY’s Bar & Grill
12947 Lake Conroe Hills Dr. 
936-701-5168 
www.guadalaharrysbarandgrill.com

With over 41 years in the food and service industry combined, Ronald Harry and Lori Lynn Keyser set out to fulfill a lifelong dream of opening GuadalaHARRY’S, their own restaurant concept. The menu is a collection of their favorite Cajun, Tex-Mex, steak and seafood recipes they have accumulated over the years, with everything made fresh daily!
 

Amore Fine Dining & Spirits
14860 TC-105
936-582-1053 
www.amorefinedining.com

At Amore, guests can experience five-star, genuine Italian cuisine in a relaxed, elevated atmosphere. Our menu is created by real Italian chefs who care about the food they make, and care about making it well. Amore specializes in savory Italian fare, especially seafood, using the finest ingredients and authentic, time-tested recipes to create the perfect meal for even the most discerning palate.
 

Kitchen Tales
14543 TX-105, #101
936-599-5105 
www.kitchentalesrestaurant.com
 

The Kitchen
4526 Research Forest Dr.
281-203-5650 
www.thekitchenthewoodlands.com
 

Kirby’s Steakhouse
1111 Timberloch Pl.
281-362-1121 
www.kirbyssteakhouse.com
 

Brio Italian Gille
1201 Lake Woodlands Dr.
281-465-8993 
www.brioitalian.com