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Texadelphia beefs up Houston with highly anticipated Montrose opening

The cheesesteak may be closely identified with Philadelphia, but Houstonians have plenty of affection for the beefy sandwich, especially when it's covered in queso. As of this week, Montrose residents have a new option for satiating a cheesesteak craving.

Texadelphia, the sandwich shop that brings Texan flavors to the Philly classic, just opened its new location at 3407 Montrose Blvd. in the same shopping center that's home to Starbucks, Einstein Bagels, and others. The Montrose outpost is the second new Texadelphia to open in Houston since the original location on Westheimer closed in 2015.

Previously home to the Yucatan Taco Stand, the new location has been given a thorough makeover with wood-paneled walls and lots of TVs for watching sports. At Monday's VIP preview, a musician performed on the patio, which will be a more pleasant place to sit once the summer's heat abates a bit.

If the decor is new, the food is delightfully the same. All of the Texadelphia classics like the Founder's Favorite (grilled onions, mozzarella, mushrooms, jalapenos, and mustard sauce) are present and accounted for, as are new items like chicken wings and salads.

Howard Terry, president of the Texadelphia Restaurant Group, tells CultureMap that the sports bar theme will be replicated at the additional locations the company plans to open across the Houston area. Work is already underway to bring the concept to Galveston and Vintage Park. Soon, the entire city will be able to indulge in a South Philly or Pizza Steak.

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Texadelphia, 3407 Montrose Blvd.; Sunday through Wednesday 11 am to 11 pm; Thursday and Friday 11 am to 12 am; Saturday 11 am to 1 am.

The South Philly features bell pepper, grilled onions, and cheese whiz.

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The South Philly features bell pepper, grilled onions, and cheese whiz.

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Houston restaurant known for meatloaf and bourbon sets River Oaks opening date

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Matt Brice is bringing Federal Grill to River Oaks.

The countdown is on for the next location of Federal American Grill. The upscale comfort food restaurant will open its River Oaks-area location on March 20.

Located in the former Eloise Nichols space at 2400 Mid Lane, the new Federal Grill will follow the restaurant’s winning formula of pairing classic American fare with an extensive beverage program.

Federal Grill River Oaks sign The sign is up at Federal Grill's new location.Courtesy of Federal Grill

Founded by Matt Brice in 2013, Federal Grill serves an wide-ranging menu of comfort food that includes steaks, salads, shareable items, and seafood. Signature dishes include cheeseburger egg rolls, bacon-wrapped scallops, Janice’s Meatloaf, and braised short rib with bacon and mushroom risotto. It has five existing Houston-area locations on Shepherd Dr., Hedwig Village, Katy, The Woodlands, and a downtown restaurant that opened last year.

In addition to its food, Federal Grill is known for its extensive whiskey list that offers more than 500 selections, including exclusive barrel picks. Its cocktail and wine lists are similarly lengthy.

The new location will feature happy hour daily from 3-7 pm and private dining spaces for celebrations and corporate events.

Federal Grill touts its customer-first approach to service that it defines in press materials as “yes is the answer, what’s the question?”

“Our goal has always been simple... to create a place where every guest feels like family,” Brice said in a statement. “River Oaks is such a vibrant, iconic neighborhood in Houston, and we’re excited to become part of its hospitality community.”

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