Phil & Derek's Restaurant

Had a Saturday night birthday party of 16 people. They took good care of us! They allowed me to bring in a cake and balloons earlier in the day & brought them out while we were there to celebrate my sister in law's birthday. For a party larger than 15 people, you must put down a $600 advance deposit which is applied to your bill and is the minimum spend for your group. They have an 1 check only policy for large groups so someone should be prepared to foot the bill & have the other party members pay them directly. There are ~ 60 seats in the place so our group of 15 plus another large party took up most of the space. The band was very good, it was Danielle Cellise & band. They did a great job playing current & past R&B. Throughout the night they gave multiple shoutouts to the people celebrating birthdays & anniversaries which made our birthday girl feel very special. The lights stayed pretty bright for night time. I was told they would go down later in the evening but they stayed the same from 7:30pm to10:00pmSo sorry I can't recall our server's name. She was personable & attentive to our large group. The drinks were good. The Henney side car was alcohol forward & tasty as was the long island iced tea. One person thought the margarita was light on the alcohol, but everyone else seemed to like their drinks. On to the food: Blackened catfish. Cooked just right. Comes fried but they let me get it blackenedGreens were good. Had a little subtle kick. More meat than I prefer so I was busy trying to find the greens but others may like the meat. Broccoli - nicely done with garlic & butter.Everyone in the group enjoyed their food. No complaints. I worked with Amy to make the group reservation. It took a few phone calls to finally connect with her. Once I got her number, I was able to text questions & receive answers.I recommend it for a group gathering!

Phil and Derek's is a popular restaurant known for its upscale dining experience in the Houston area. The ambiance is elegant yet cozy, making it a great spot for a date night or a special celebration. Their menu offers a variety of options, with a focus on modern American cuisine. Dishes are beautifully presented and use high-quality ingredients. Some standout items include their steak, seafood dishes, and creative appetizers. Service at Phil and Derek's is typically attentive and professional, adding to the overall dining experience. While it's on the pricier side, the quality of the food and the overall dining experience make it worth it for a special occasion. what you see in the photos plus one more Jameson and ginger ale my bill was $160..... the included gratuity was $21

Visit March 1,2024- Friend from the east coast stopped in Houston with an 8 hour layover on her way to Australia. Wanted to have her experience some local black owned restaurant flair. Unfortunately I haven't stayed in the know and haven't been to Phil & Derek's in three years. The atmosphere is dark, walls and ceiling. The music was so loud at 11am that conversation was difficult. Service was friendly, considering we were the first patrons we got plenty of attention. We both ordered the chicken and waffles. They were the worst either of us had ever had. The waffle was so dense it was as though extra flour had been poured into the batter and the chicken had no seasoning. As I stated, I'd been to P&Ds before and had had great food and experience, so this visit was surprising and left me apologizing to my friend for making a poor choice. I did not know about the change in management when I chose them and can only guess this was the reason for the change in food preparation. Could it have been an off day, possibly. Would I recommend them, unfortunately not.

Nice cozy place to get out and hear some good music on a Friday night. Dress up or dress down ( just look cute) , meet some new and old friends. Service was good, drinks are basic, food is nice. They have live music and weekend brunch. Sit inside or outside on the patio , it's comfortable and entertaining in either area. They offer valet parking or you can easily find a spot on the street. Expect a nice mature crowd, good vibes and good music

We went around 5pm on a Friday as they were preparing for an evening concert. The hostess informed our party of 3 that we can sit at the bar or be prepared to get up by 6:30p due to all tables being reserved for the concert. We opted for a table as we had more than enough time. Food: Waffle fries- they were over cooked. Tasted more like a chip. $7Cajun Seafood pasta: good $28Bayou Fried catfish, greens, rice and beans: all good $30Vegetable Spring Rolls: the sauce they provide with the rolls was spicy and sweet very good. The rolls were edible nothing special. $10Old Fashioned: Good $9. (Happy Hour Price)Service: OKThey added a 20% gratuity for our party of 3!Overall we enjoyed ourselves. I heard great reviews. Now I can say I have my own experience. The staff were friendly and it was a family vibe. If you are looking for vegan options this is not the place false advertisement for that. The rolls and fries are cooked in the same grease as the other food.

It's a nice brunch spot and good place to get some good soul food & drinks. It will be lively, but there's plenty of space and not crowded, which I appreciate. I also like the fact you can make reservations. We came on a Saturday night where they had live music in one area, and a DJ in another. Because it was date night for us and I really wanted to be able to drink, eat and chat - we opted for the area where the DJ was.ProsGood foodGood drinksGreat musicEasy reservationsAmple of spaceCons It's a bit too loud where the live music. It's not a super large area so it doesn't have to be. I felt like the music was in my throat, and having a conversation is not possibleValet parking is available and not overly priced either. We paid $10.I'll definitely be back.

Came here for our anniversary brunch, and left satisfied and filled with love. Decided to try the crawfish etouffé, it had a great cajun blend, burst of flavor, and so well done when paired with rice. We also got the shrimp and grits and it was a MUST TRY. The staff was so nice and welcoming, it was great classics playing, and the overall ambiance was great. Definitely will be back!

My friend and I arrived at Phil & Derek's for Saturday brunch on September 16th. They have a large parking lot with plenty of parking so that shouldn't be an issue.Upon entering, we were immediately greeted and seated on the extensive patio area that can comfortably accommodate at least 100 people. We sat under the covered portion of the patio near the fans. VIBE (5/5): Live R&B music, DJ's, hookah, friendly staff, beautiful decor, what more can you ask for?FOOD (5/5): My friend and I both ordered the blackened catfish and grits with potatoes. Everything was seasoned and properly cooked. I highly recommend this dish.DRINKS (4/5): We both initially ordered individual mimosas, but the juice to champagne ratio was slightly off, so we ordered a bottle of champagne so that we could make them ourselves (98% champagne and 2% juice) :)My overall rating of this restaurant is 5/5. The staff is friendly, no wait time, great music and amazing food. Take my word for it and go check them out for yourself.

This place is an entertainment hub with very good food. It has an interesting set up with the business split into two concepts. Phil and Derek has separate entrances one for the restaurant another for the lounge next door. My last visit was for a birthday party with 17 participants. The staff and management were excellent with handling our seating showing flexibility with our group bringing in cake and decorations. Everyone ordered from the menu and the food arrived in an expected timeframe and it was very good. I had Red Fish with red beans and rice. The fish was excellent but the beans and rice could have had more flavor for my taste. They had live entertainment which was a treat, excellent music in a relaxed environment. My most recent visit was my second and have not been disappointed and don't expect to be.

Food was great! just disappointed it's not an open menu. They only have certain entrees during certain hours