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The Federal Grill - Shepherd, Houston, TX
The Federal Grill - Shepherd, Houston, TX
The Federal Grill - Shepherd, Houston, TX
The Federal Grill - Shepherd, Houston, TX
The Federal Grill - Shepherd, Houston, TX

The Federal Grill - Shepherd

4.6
4.6
2483 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
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7:00 pm
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Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
Dress Up or Dress Down. A Bourbon or a Beer. A Ribeye or a Burger. Throw in a little Sinatra, and you will begin to have a taste of the FEDERAL Experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 863-7777
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Matt Brice
  • Private party facilities
    We are pleased to offer a personalized private dining experience. Our elegant private dining room accommodates groups up to forty eight guests for a luxurious dinner party, while our bar & lounge is the perfect place for a corporate, commemorative happy hour, or cocktail party.
  • Area
    Heights / Washington
  • Cross Street
    Gibson
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • But first...BRUNCH!

    Multiple dates available
    Work Hard, Brunch Harder. Come celebrate the weekend with Cajun Bloody Mary's, Crème Brulee French Toast, Mimosa Carafes & more! Not to mention our SWEET 80's playlist that keeps the juices flowing (into the mimosas, that is). Stop by & brunch your heart out with us, we promise it's a party.
  • Join us for Valentine's Day at Federal Grill

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Join us on Valentine's Day for a 3-course meal for lunch and dinner - $75 per person.

Offers

  • Social Hour 3 - 6:30 pm!

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
    From 3 pm - 6:30 pm every Monday - Friday, experience elevated service at a bargain price! Enjoy $8 Happy Hour Specialty Cocktails along with $6 Liquors including Jack Daniels, Makers Mark, Flor De Cana Rum, Henricks Gin & many more! Delight in our lively social hour fueled by whiskey, wine, & good times. Stop in for an Old Fashioned, Socialite, or one of our Perfect Margaritas before dinner and you'll realize why we just can't limit these deals to one hour!

What 2,483 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Federal Grill - Shepherd shines with its "amazing" food and "friendly" staff, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Diners love the "delicious" menu options, including standout dishes like braised short rib and truffle stuffed chicken. Despite occasional noise and service critiques, the restaurant's "wonderful" service and "great" cocktails make it a "go-to" spot for special occasions.
2,483 Reviews
  1. Dawn

    Maine

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We are visitors to Houston for several weeks , not familiar with anything. Leaving downtown at rush hour and trying to avoid traffic. Luckily we took this road and passed by. We had a terrific experience. I highly recommend.
    The Federal Grill - ShepherdResponded today
    Thank you for the great review, Dawn! We're so glad to hear you had a terrific experience with us. It sounds like you found a little traffic hack, too! We really appreciate the recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  2. Michael

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quiet early on a Tuesday night, about half full by around 7pm. Bread was amazing, meatloaf unbelievable and cookie dessert always great. Great old fashions, not too sweet.very attentive and interactive waitstaff.
    The Federal Grill - ShepherdResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for the wonderful review, Michael! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the bread, meatloaf, and cookie dessert, along with the old fashions. It's great to know the service was top-notch and you had a fantastic experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable meal!

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  3. Judy

    VIP

    Houston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal as always! I love their Ahi tuna and my husband enjoyed the chicken fried chicken
    The Federal Grill - ShepherdResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the great review, Judy! We're so happy to hear you enjoyed your Ahi tuna and your husband's Chicken Fried Chicken. It’s always a pleasure to have you with us, and we can’t wait to see you again soon for another fantastic meal!

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  4. amy

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best experiences ever! Our waiter, Matt was absolutely amazing! He was always available when we needed anything. Food and drinks were made perfectly. Will definitely go back!
    The Federal Grill - ShepherdResponded on 8 January 2025
    Thank you for the incredible review, Amy! We're so glad to hear that you had such a memorable experience and that Matt made your friend’s birthday extra special. We’ll be sure to pass along your compliments to him. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great visit!

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  5. Tim

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was good, the waiter was a little hurrying but very attentive. The only negative was they added 20% tip to the bill automatically. There were only 2 of us dining. I realize that some people stiff the waiter on tips but I’m not one of those. He cheated himself.
    The Federal Grill - ShepherdResponded on 2 January 2025
    Thank you for your feedback, Tim! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food and that your server was attentive, though we’re sorry to hear you felt rushed. We understand your concern about the automatic gratuity, and we appreciate your thoughtful approach to tipping. Our goal is to ensure a positive experience for all our guests, and we'll certainly take your comments into consideration. We hope to welcome you back soon!

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  6. Karyl

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great! Exceptional! We will be visiting again!
    The Federal Grill - ShepherdResponded on 30 December 2024
    Thank you for the amazing review, Karyl! We’re thrilled to hear that everything was exceptional during your visit. We can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!

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  7. Carla

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was delicious and service was great!!!! We will definitely e returning.
    The Federal Grill - ShepherdResponded on 1 January 2025
    Thank you for the wonderful review, Carla! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the food and service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great experience soon!

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  8. Sherry

    VIP

    Houston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great place to dine! The service is great!
    The Federal Grill - ShepherdResponded on 30 December 2024
    Thank you for the kind words, Sherry! We’re so happy to hear that you consistently have a great experience with us. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful meal soon!

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  9. Peter

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 23 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The music was way too loud and having to electronic music blaring isn’t ideal for Christmas dinner with the family.
    The Federal Grill - ShepherdResponded on 23 December 2024
    Thank you for your review, Peter! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and overall value. We apologize for the music being too loud during your Christmas dinner. We'll definitely take your feedback into account and work to create a more suitable atmosphere for special occasions. We hope to welcome you back soon for a more enjoyable experience!

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  10. houstonfoodie1

    VIP

    Houston

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is average. Only need to go there when all the better restaurants are booked up.
    The Federal Grill - ShepherdResponded on 23 December 2024
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience didn't meet expectations, especially regarding the food and service. We strive to provide exceptional dining experiences and will review your comments with the team to ensure improvement. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future.

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FAQs

The Federal Grill - Shepherd does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. The Federal Grill - Shepherd also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 863-7777.

The Federal Grill - Shepherd is rated 4.6 stars by 2483 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking


Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Federal Grill - Shepherd

510 Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77007

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Gibson
  • Area
    Heights / Washington
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matt Brice
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cigar Room, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (713) 863-7777
  • Private party facilities
    We are pleased to offer a personalized private dining experience. Our elegant private dining room accommodates groups up to forty eight guests for a luxurious dinner party, while our bar & lounge is the perfect place for a corporate, commemorative happy hour, or cocktail party.
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