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Black Walnut Cafe

2520 Research Forest Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77381-4236
(281) 362-1678
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Ranked #26 of 122 restaurants in The Woodlands
Price range: $1 - $21
Cuisines: American, Italian
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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The Woodlands, TX
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

This is one of our family's favorite places to eat in The Woodlands. The atmosphere is relaxed, inviting and cozy. We have a lot of favorite items on the menu. We always get the Southwestern Egg Rolls and I love the Asian Tuna Salad and the New Orleans Noodles. The menu is extensive, so you can surely find something to... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

Me and the hubby love coming here. It is a fair price for what you get. The presentation of the food is great and the taste even better! Last time they were giving away croissant and they were amazing! Can't wait to try everything on the menu!

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Spring, Texas
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18 reviews 18 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

I have been here 3 times and have loved it every time! Every food item I have ordered has been fantastic and the atmosphere is lovely, especially around the holidays. My favorite thing to order so far is the Black Walnut Lemon Chicken, delicious!!! The parking and seating can get difficult because both are not very big.

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7 restaurant reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2013

We thoroughly enjoyed this informal, relaxed semi-self serve restaurant. While many items at the Black Walnut seemed to suggest breakfast, in fact the portions were generous and filling. The cafe has a lovely outdoor seating area - the only drawback to this restaurant is a lack of parking on sunny days.

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Houston, Texas
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89 reviews 89 reviews
27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
59 helpful votes 59 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2013

I live close by Black Walnut and over the past few years, have went there about every month or so. I have always enjoyed their salads, the atmosphere and had good, consistent service but...I went there this past week with a friend for lunch and was disappointed! We arrived by 11:30 to be ahead of the crowd, was able to... More

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America
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18 reviews 18 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

It was my favored place to take business visitors there for a quick lunch. I retired some years back and this week I visited The Woodlands and went back. To me it was as good as years back. Could not complain about small portions; was happy with my selection. The next day a group of colleagues went back for lunch... More

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Spring, Texas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

My wife and I eat here fairly regularly and are rarely disappointed. Recently my wife had the samon over vegies and I had one of their great salads. Usually quick and friendly service; prices are reasonable for The Woodlands area. We will continue to go back!

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The Woodlands, Texas
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15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2012

Unfortunately the food at the Black Walnut has gone down --- and it used to be one of our favorites! A few weeks ago we ordered a gyros and noticed it had very little meat. This evening we returned and had the same experience, however, this time I complained and the staff added a little more meat ... then the... More

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The Woodlands, TX
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2012

Once you get used to the self ordering system, this place becomes like an old friend. The food is varied and very good (my favorite is the Chicken Chipolte Pasta). They a gelato bar for desert, as well as a regular bar, if you just want a drink. My favorite place in The Woodlands.

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Castroville, Texas
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51 reviews 51 reviews
32 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2012

A favorite when in the area Good food love the omelet- my husband loves the burgers casual and low key

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