Blanco’s Bar & Grill Restaurant Review
3406 W. Alabama St. (Buffalo Speedway) 
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Houston, TX 77027
713-439-0072
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Open
Lunch Mon.-Fri., Dinner Tues.-Fri.Features
- Full bar
- Dance bands Wed.-Fri.
- Outdoor dining
- Parking lot
- Casual
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| One of the oddest spots in tony River Oaks, Blanco’s Bar & Grill is better known as an old-school honky tonk featuring Texas dance bands at night. But it’s also a popular spot for lunch and dinner. Don’t expect anything fancy here; the wood frame building probably hasn’t seen any remodeling in 40 years, and the chow is pretty basic fare. Old photos, a stuffed bison by the dance floor and deer heads mounted over the bar---with wax lips and beer pop tops tossed on their antlers---just begin to describe the vibe. Swing by at lunchtime and you’ll find oil execs, priests and construction workers packing the joint for the daily specials like fried catfish and chicken-fried steak smothered in gravy. But you really can’t go wrong with the burgers and chili cheese fries washed down with a cold beer. Or try the Saddle Dog, a big beef hotdog wrapped in a flour tortilla and deep-fried. You sure won’t find health food at Blanco’s, but you will find a true piece of Houston history and a lot of friendly folks. |
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