Can I say that I just say that I LOVE Houlihans. The food is always good. I feel as though I'm getting good food, at a good price and it always tastes like the chef knows what the heck is going on. Lol. I absolutely love the small plates and the pot roast...OMG. Okay, don't get me started. In all honesty though, I know that Houli's is one place that I can go, it will be good and any problems will be corrected immediately. Now that's how you keep a customer coming back. Thank you Houlihan's for showing your customer some love!
(4)
Jim M.
The special of the Maryland Crab Cakes was very tasty. It came with 3 small 1/2 dollar sized lumps. The accompaniments very tasty and blended well. As usual with good crab cakes, there is never enough.
(4)
Susan D.
Am I really that bored here at work today? Or have I officially ran out of places to review? Should Houlihan's slogan become "Because Bennigan's Went Out of Business"? (Okay, okay. I know--Bennigan's is back). The thing about a place like Houlihan's is that there's little to distinguish the one in Mount Lebanon versus the one in Chicago. I went to the Galleria this past weekend with a friend of mine who lives in the South Hills. Naturally lunch goes with shopping as Oreos go with a glass of milk. One thing I've learned though is that each restuarant should be judged on its own merits. To be fair, the chicken salad sandwich I had was pretty good. One thing I like about Houlihan's is that you can get a choice of sides. So instead of fries, I tried the peanut ginger slaw with my sandwich. It was pretty good! For dessert, we split a vanilla bean creme brulee that was good too. They do offer an Italian Style donut concoction. Pump that insulin Susan, pump!
(3)
Kevin C.
Not sure what happened to this place but it use to be pretty good. I went on Sunday with a group of friends only to find out that they were out of most of the food and drinks that they wanted. The food I did order was good, but how can a restaurant be out of so many things. I use to go there all the time, hopefully things will improve.
(2)
Samantha C.
Love, love, love their food!! The atmosphere is nice and service is generally speedy. Chicken nachos & chicken Alfredo are the dishes to try. Their mashed potatoes are a hit with my friends. It's the place to be.
(4)
Victoria L.
The Gist - Good quality standard American food (Reminds me of a smaller version of cheesecake) Order - SoCal Fish Tacos w/ Gold Mash Potatoes $10.25 * 2 large soft Fish tacos w/ panko fried talapia, salsa & sour cream but no guacamole * Very flavorful, crunchy fish breading & salsa was tasty * Usually comes w/ chips & salsa but able to sub other sides (i.e., fries, orzo pasta, baked potato) got their very creamy homemade mash potatoes yum! Service - attentive good Other commentary - * Been a couple times before for dinner & always enjoyed *Receipt said they have a Thurs night steak special which includes a Complimentary 5-6 lobster tail or jumbo shrimp w/ any steak entree (9oz sirloin, 8oz fillet or 12 oz NY strip) * BF ordered steak sirloin w/ added fried shrimp, asparagus & baked potato - sirloin OK, shrimp yum thou a added $3 charge, asparagus not edible as over grilled. ($24.20)
(4)
A Ly M.
My husband and I decided on a quick lunch here the other day. It was during the week, so no wait. We walked in and were greeted promptly and seated. I have to point out though, that the hostess was as far from friendly that they come. She's probably in the wrong business. Anyway...they seated us directly across from another table, so it was almost like we were sitting across from each other on an elevated stage bc they were the side seats which sit up higher. We were pretty much forced to sit side by side because of the oddly shaped table. So I ordered the mushroom flatbread which came with a soup or salad. I decided on the Tuscan white bean salad. It was white beans with arugula and almost like a salsa/bruschetta and two pieces of toasted bread and a dollop of goat cheese. It was pretty tasty I must say. Not much to it really, but good. Also a healthy option which is nice. We shared the Thai Asian wings and they were PERFECT. Perfect crunch, and perfect flavor. I'll be back for more wings for sure! Our waitress was attentive as well.
(4)
Austin P.
I had a friend who worked at this location so I would visit with friends and family all the time for some food. If you have the unfortunate idea of dining there at night, you'll feel like you're in Abercrombie and Fitch (meaning - you'll need a flashlight to read your menu). The restaurant attempts to be very trendy with it's dim lighting and decor, but it's more annoying than anything. I suppose they don't want you to be able to read the overpriced items when your receipt comes. There's little to be said - the food is nothing more than average. They have a wide selection of available foods and drinks. My main concern with Houlihan's is the treatment of their workers. I've witnessed on several occasions managers attempting (and failing) to quietly berate several workers. They then turn around with a smile on their face and act like they didn't just treat the waiter or food runner like french fries they found under the grill. I have no desire to return, as Houlihan's is nothing more than an overpriced restaurant with nothing to offer as justification for it's prices
(2)
Bradley D.
Service was great. The Ahi Tuna salad was tremendous. Food arrived promptly. I would most definitely recommend this establishment.
(5)
Holly D.
Great little hidden place...friendly staff...great food! Diane (waitress) takes the cake though...she's hysterically awesome!!!
(5)
Ralph H.
The food was below average at best. I had chicken parm & my gf had ribs w asparagus. The parm was tasteless and her asparagus smelled & tasted like propane. The margherita flatbread was flavorless. Not the trypical Houlihan's meals we're accustomed to.
(2)
Scott H.
Walked in a saw that restaurant was less than half seated. When they said seat time was 30 mins I should have seen the writing on the wall. Apps took 30 mins and dinner was 45 mins after that. All dinners were dry and cold. We asked for the dinners to be microwaved to be heated up. 20 mins later this food was returned .. cold.
(1)
Scott H.
Food came out speratically for a table of 4... fire alarm flashed with recorded message of evacuation. . Worst risotto I ever had . Other than that it was .... OK
(2)
Annette S.
I decided to celebrate my 35th birthday at this particular location with my family. I am part of their email chain and received a coupon for a free birthday meal. I really enjoy the food but the service is NOTHING to write home about. Matter of fact I do not feel I have ever had good service at this location. The gentleman that waited in my family and I on my birthday was horrible. He didn't stay at the table long enough for everyone to get what they needed. An he kept saying "whatever you want." It was so weird. The only reason I continue going back is the food. I never see a manger on the floor or visiting tables. Isn't that part of their job?? Maybe if the managers were on the floor they would see how bad their servers really were. In all I got a free meal for my birthday...
(2)
Tian Y.
Meh... When I used to work near here, I had fond memories of grabbing take out orders of the stuffed mushroom for us to munch on, or convincing friends to hold weekend dinner gatherings here so that I can easily pop down after work. But I really don't like Houlihan's beyond its convenience. The food is expensive, and the price is justified by neither the food quality nor quantity, and I've always found the decor a bit dark in here. The service is good. They're definitely adequately staffed during the rush hours, and everyone is friendly enough. But I still wouldn't come here on my own accord... I just don't think the price is justified by the flavor or portion of the food on the plate. The one exception, though, is the potato soup!
(3)
Kimberly T.
The food was okay. My husband's pasta that was listed as spicy was not spicy but instead tasted like pure salt. I tried the chicken that they are known for and it was okay. The potato soup was very good. We had excellent service.
(3)
Keith M.
Houlihan's is one of these staple restaurants that serve more or less what you expect from a just above average chain. I've been here a dozen times, and maybe more often when it was on top of the hill near Fort Couch Road. The service is usually pretty reliable, good and fast. My wife lives and dies by the Buffalo Bleu salad. The Rojo Chicken Street tacos were ok --- but missing the sour cream, guac, and salsa from traditional dishes. While I know they were trying to go "beyond" that, I still found myself requesting those ingredients. The Italian Sausage Flatbread was good, but it was burnt this time. Normally, it's better. The chicken nachos were huge and quickly gobbled up by our party of six. Houlihan's was packed when we were there Saturday night. I've also sat at the bar several times and the service is friendly and helpful. The goat cheese and artichoke balls, and buffalo chicken tenders are also very good appetizers. Overall, while nothing was exciting in this particular culinary cosmos, everything was good. The prices are a little high on some items, but the food is good consistently, and service quality is high --- they are easily justifiable especially in high-rent district of the Galleria.
(4)
Darren W.
It may not be fashionable to give high marks to this chain that tries hard not to seem like one, but I will. My case is as follows... *The Spicy Chicken and Avocado Egg Rolls are a hearty, crunchy, meaty, and flavorsome example of fusion gone well. *The Honest Gold Mashed Potatoes (they were out of Loaded Baked Potatoes, so this was a second choice) are an honest-to-goodness side-dish one would expect at your favorite aunt's home for Sunday dinner. Fluffy, thick, buttery, starchy notes for hours, adding bacon or cheddar or lobster to these simple and simply savory spuds would ruin them. *The So Cal Fish Tacos are packed with a flaky, wet, panko-coated tilapia, a piquant/sugary honey-cumin dressing, pico to wake the dead, a napa cabbage slaw to keep one regular, and a chipotle mayonnaise to glue it all together and because, well, mayo is nearly vital to almost anything savory and handheld. *The S'mores Crock continues to be one imaginatively decadent, deconstructed dessert. *Houlihan's makes a damn deadly brownie sundae that rivals the best of the best anywhere. The hot, the fudgy, the creamy, the cold all combine to create a quintessential version of a dessert that appears on menus nationwide. *The service was phenomenal even if I wished some of the younger female staff weren't wearing short, tight skirts and so much makeup (trying too hard to get tips, ladies?). They resembled the bar-harpies that haunt Carson Street on Saturday nights, and they needn't have. On the downside, this Houlihan's is located in Mt. Lebanon's Galleria mall, so one can expect to dine alongside the privileged, the Botoxed, the money-hungry, the hair-plugged, and the overly tanned. Nonetheless, as with the other Houlihan's franchises I've visited, this location dependably dished out to us a meal that was respectably above the notch of average, Houli's givin' us what we needed prior to catching a certain comics-inspired feature at the nearby Carmike. Snikt! Bub. youtube.com/watch?v=g7kd… P.S. On a Friday evening, as busy as the house was, we were seated without waiting a single minute. Were we just lucky?
Had the buffalo chicken salad. It was full of delicious ingredients and came with a tasty roll. Very satisfying and still healthy! Plus it was my free birthday dinner so it doesn't get much better than that!
(5)
Ang S.
Great Happy Hour! Since I live in the neighborhood - I come here quite often for drinks and quick bites. They have a nice bar and a great outdoor seating. It's a great place to watch games and just hangout with your friends. Try the Thai Chilli Wings!
(4)
Jeremia F.
This place is okay, It has a very "normal" selection of beers and other adult beverages. The service is always fast and friendly but this place definitely gets way too overcrowded than what I would expect in an establishment of this quality. If you don't get your name in quick expect to wait at least 20 minutes before you get seated which is not worth it in my opinion. The food is just okay nothing really spectacular but I do like the little plates of food that they offer. MY biggest personal hang up is the menu ranges from the little plates to giant entrees that mostly consist of pastas, steaks etc. And if you want something a little but lighter than an entree but larger than an appetizer you basically have to settle for a sandwich or a burger. I went with a plate of 2 cheddar sliders which where flavorless, dry, and overcooked. I'd go back but not on the top or my list.
(3)
Tiffany W.
Great happy hour and love the Salmon BLT. The lettace wraps were pretty good as well. Sat at the bar and had great service and TVs.
(4)
Matt B.
This is a chain and I usually can't stand chain restaurants. But the atmosphere makes it not feel like a chain. No televisions playing sports programs. Nice cocktails with a good happy hour. Really great small plates. I recommend the avocado egg rolls, the goat cheese artichoke things, and the lettuce wraps. Don't bother getting a large meal - just get a bunch of apps. You'll be happier!
(4)
Eric E.
Great atmosphere , very good food. It's just a little over priced. Other than that I would recommend this place.
(4)
Alicia S.
I really enjoyed my lunch. I had the small buffalo chicken salad which was the perfect portion and delicious. My friends had the artichoke balls with goat cheese. They were excellent! I would order them again. We also tried the summer special- fried asparagus. They were not greasy. I would come back to this location again. Service was great and food presentation was spot on.
(4)
Mike S.
Honestly not bad for a chain. Some nice small plates, craft beers, decent atmosphere, and great patio in the summer.
(4)
Kay E.
Darren and I came here last weekend before seeing the new Wolverine movie, and I loved it. The chicken/avocado eggrolls are an excellent app. I also savored the Petite (4 ounce) Filet Mignon, their mashed potatoes (sooo good), and their S'mores Crock, which is one of the neatest desserts anywhere (you dip sugary graham cracker sticks and fresh strawberries into this marshmallow/chocolate fondue...mmm...). The service was great. Some of the waitresses show a little too much leg, though (they kept having to pull down their tight, shirt skirts). Anyway, good eats here.
(4)
Brittany C.
I LOVE Houlihans!!! This place is great! I've been here tons of times over the years and I've never been disappointed. I recommend the chicken enchiladas, the mushroom enchiladas, the Asian chop salad, the calamari, the meatloaf, any of the Long Island Iced Tea pitchers, the pot roast, stuffed chicken breast, calamari, and especially the Tuscan salad with goat cheese. I also like the atmosphere, and (HUGE PLUS) there's almost never a wait at this location (at least the times I've been here!).
(4)
Branden B.
This place is awesome! Has a nice atmosphere. Try the top shelf long island iced tea!
(5)
Letise D.
Food was good and atmosphere excellent. However, the service was extremely slow, compromising the experience. If you go, allow plenty of time and definitely order the S'mores fondue crock for dessert!
(3)
S. Z.
While my visits to Houlihan's are limited, every one of them makes me anxious for the next. The service has been great at both the Washington Road and Robinson Mall locations. The same can be said for the food. It's been served in a timely manner, it's delicious and more than generous. Since I haven't tried the entire menu, I plan to stick with Houlihan's until I have the type of disappointing experience I've had at other restaurants. I noticed that another reviewer calls the food expensive. Unless that person is eating at fast food restaurants exclusively, I can't imagine what they would consider Houlihan's expensive.
(5)
Sarah K.
The goat cheese/asparagus poppers were good. The service was great, and the manager stopped by to check on us.
(4)
Sm E.
I'm a Houlihan's fan. It's REALLY fast, the service is unfailingly delightful (their wait staff rocks) and the food is consistent. I always order the same thing (grilled chicken sandwich with a cheese-stuffed portobello mushroom on top), so consistency matters to me. I've only ever gone there for lunch, and have always been seated immediately - maybe that's the secret to avoiding the long wait times other reviewers have mentioned. While there's nothing particularly flashy or fancy about Houlihan's, I like knowing I can count on a fast, yummy lunch served to me by someone pleasant and helpful. It's my standby.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Garage Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : No Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Music : Background Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Mon, Wed, Thu Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Tyoko B.
Can I say that I just say that I LOVE Houlihans. The food is always good. I feel as though I'm getting good food, at a good price and it always tastes like the chef knows what the heck is going on. Lol. I absolutely love the small plates and the pot roast...OMG. Okay, don't get me started. In all honesty though, I know that Houli's is one place that I can go, it will be good and any problems will be corrected immediately. Now that's how you keep a customer coming back. Thank you Houlihan's for showing your customer some love!
(4)Jim M.
The special of the Maryland Crab Cakes was very tasty. It came with 3 small 1/2 dollar sized lumps. The accompaniments very tasty and blended well. As usual with good crab cakes, there is never enough.
(4)Susan D.
Am I really that bored here at work today? Or have I officially ran out of places to review? Should Houlihan's slogan become "Because Bennigan's Went Out of Business"? (Okay, okay. I know--Bennigan's is back). The thing about a place like Houlihan's is that there's little to distinguish the one in Mount Lebanon versus the one in Chicago. I went to the Galleria this past weekend with a friend of mine who lives in the South Hills. Naturally lunch goes with shopping as Oreos go with a glass of milk. One thing I've learned though is that each restuarant should be judged on its own merits. To be fair, the chicken salad sandwich I had was pretty good. One thing I like about Houlihan's is that you can get a choice of sides. So instead of fries, I tried the peanut ginger slaw with my sandwich. It was pretty good! For dessert, we split a vanilla bean creme brulee that was good too. They do offer an Italian Style donut concoction. Pump that insulin Susan, pump!
(3)Kevin C.
Not sure what happened to this place but it use to be pretty good. I went on Sunday with a group of friends only to find out that they were out of most of the food and drinks that they wanted. The food I did order was good, but how can a restaurant be out of so many things. I use to go there all the time, hopefully things will improve.
(2)Samantha C.
Love, love, love their food!! The atmosphere is nice and service is generally speedy. Chicken nachos & chicken Alfredo are the dishes to try. Their mashed potatoes are a hit with my friends. It's the place to be.
(4)Victoria L.
The Gist - Good quality standard American food (Reminds me of a smaller version of cheesecake) Order - SoCal Fish Tacos w/ Gold Mash Potatoes $10.25 * 2 large soft Fish tacos w/ panko fried talapia, salsa & sour cream but no guacamole * Very flavorful, crunchy fish breading & salsa was tasty * Usually comes w/ chips & salsa but able to sub other sides (i.e., fries, orzo pasta, baked potato) got their very creamy homemade mash potatoes yum! Service - attentive good Other commentary - * Been a couple times before for dinner & always enjoyed *Receipt said they have a Thurs night steak special which includes a Complimentary 5-6 lobster tail or jumbo shrimp w/ any steak entree (9oz sirloin, 8oz fillet or 12 oz NY strip) * BF ordered steak sirloin w/ added fried shrimp, asparagus & baked potato - sirloin OK, shrimp yum thou a added $3 charge, asparagus not edible as over grilled. ($24.20)
(4)A Ly M.
My husband and I decided on a quick lunch here the other day. It was during the week, so no wait. We walked in and were greeted promptly and seated. I have to point out though, that the hostess was as far from friendly that they come. She's probably in the wrong business. Anyway...they seated us directly across from another table, so it was almost like we were sitting across from each other on an elevated stage bc they were the side seats which sit up higher. We were pretty much forced to sit side by side because of the oddly shaped table. So I ordered the mushroom flatbread which came with a soup or salad. I decided on the Tuscan white bean salad. It was white beans with arugula and almost like a salsa/bruschetta and two pieces of toasted bread and a dollop of goat cheese. It was pretty tasty I must say. Not much to it really, but good. Also a healthy option which is nice. We shared the Thai Asian wings and they were PERFECT. Perfect crunch, and perfect flavor. I'll be back for more wings for sure! Our waitress was attentive as well.
(4)Austin P.
I had a friend who worked at this location so I would visit with friends and family all the time for some food. If you have the unfortunate idea of dining there at night, you'll feel like you're in Abercrombie and Fitch (meaning - you'll need a flashlight to read your menu). The restaurant attempts to be very trendy with it's dim lighting and decor, but it's more annoying than anything. I suppose they don't want you to be able to read the overpriced items when your receipt comes. There's little to be said - the food is nothing more than average. They have a wide selection of available foods and drinks. My main concern with Houlihan's is the treatment of their workers. I've witnessed on several occasions managers attempting (and failing) to quietly berate several workers. They then turn around with a smile on their face and act like they didn't just treat the waiter or food runner like french fries they found under the grill. I have no desire to return, as Houlihan's is nothing more than an overpriced restaurant with nothing to offer as justification for it's prices
(2)Bradley D.
Service was great. The Ahi Tuna salad was tremendous. Food arrived promptly. I would most definitely recommend this establishment.
(5)Holly D.
Great little hidden place...friendly staff...great food! Diane (waitress) takes the cake though...she's hysterically awesome!!!
(5)Ralph H.
The food was below average at best. I had chicken parm & my gf had ribs w asparagus. The parm was tasteless and her asparagus smelled & tasted like propane. The margherita flatbread was flavorless. Not the trypical Houlihan's meals we're accustomed to.
(2)Scott H.
Walked in a saw that restaurant was less than half seated. When they said seat time was 30 mins I should have seen the writing on the wall. Apps took 30 mins and dinner was 45 mins after that. All dinners were dry and cold. We asked for the dinners to be microwaved to be heated up. 20 mins later this food was returned .. cold.
(1)Scott H.
Food came out speratically for a table of 4... fire alarm flashed with recorded message of evacuation. . Worst risotto I ever had . Other than that it was .... OK
(2)Annette S.
I decided to celebrate my 35th birthday at this particular location with my family. I am part of their email chain and received a coupon for a free birthday meal. I really enjoy the food but the service is NOTHING to write home about. Matter of fact I do not feel I have ever had good service at this location. The gentleman that waited in my family and I on my birthday was horrible. He didn't stay at the table long enough for everyone to get what they needed. An he kept saying "whatever you want." It was so weird. The only reason I continue going back is the food. I never see a manger on the floor or visiting tables. Isn't that part of their job?? Maybe if the managers were on the floor they would see how bad their servers really were. In all I got a free meal for my birthday...
(2)Tian Y.
Meh... When I used to work near here, I had fond memories of grabbing take out orders of the stuffed mushroom for us to munch on, or convincing friends to hold weekend dinner gatherings here so that I can easily pop down after work. But I really don't like Houlihan's beyond its convenience. The food is expensive, and the price is justified by neither the food quality nor quantity, and I've always found the decor a bit dark in here. The service is good. They're definitely adequately staffed during the rush hours, and everyone is friendly enough. But I still wouldn't come here on my own accord... I just don't think the price is justified by the flavor or portion of the food on the plate. The one exception, though, is the potato soup!
(3)Kimberly T.
The food was okay. My husband's pasta that was listed as spicy was not spicy but instead tasted like pure salt. I tried the chicken that they are known for and it was okay. The potato soup was very good. We had excellent service.
(3)Keith M.
Houlihan's is one of these staple restaurants that serve more or less what you expect from a just above average chain. I've been here a dozen times, and maybe more often when it was on top of the hill near Fort Couch Road. The service is usually pretty reliable, good and fast. My wife lives and dies by the Buffalo Bleu salad. The Rojo Chicken Street tacos were ok --- but missing the sour cream, guac, and salsa from traditional dishes. While I know they were trying to go "beyond" that, I still found myself requesting those ingredients. The Italian Sausage Flatbread was good, but it was burnt this time. Normally, it's better. The chicken nachos were huge and quickly gobbled up by our party of six. Houlihan's was packed when we were there Saturday night. I've also sat at the bar several times and the service is friendly and helpful. The goat cheese and artichoke balls, and buffalo chicken tenders are also very good appetizers. Overall, while nothing was exciting in this particular culinary cosmos, everything was good. The prices are a little high on some items, but the food is good consistently, and service quality is high --- they are easily justifiable especially in high-rent district of the Galleria.
(4)Darren W.
It may not be fashionable to give high marks to this chain that tries hard not to seem like one, but I will. My case is as follows... *The Spicy Chicken and Avocado Egg Rolls are a hearty, crunchy, meaty, and flavorsome example of fusion gone well. *The Honest Gold Mashed Potatoes (they were out of Loaded Baked Potatoes, so this was a second choice) are an honest-to-goodness side-dish one would expect at your favorite aunt's home for Sunday dinner. Fluffy, thick, buttery, starchy notes for hours, adding bacon or cheddar or lobster to these simple and simply savory spuds would ruin them. *The So Cal Fish Tacos are packed with a flaky, wet, panko-coated tilapia, a piquant/sugary honey-cumin dressing, pico to wake the dead, a napa cabbage slaw to keep one regular, and a chipotle mayonnaise to glue it all together and because, well, mayo is nearly vital to almost anything savory and handheld. *The S'mores Crock continues to be one imaginatively decadent, deconstructed dessert. *Houlihan's makes a damn deadly brownie sundae that rivals the best of the best anywhere. The hot, the fudgy, the creamy, the cold all combine to create a quintessential version of a dessert that appears on menus nationwide. *The service was phenomenal even if I wished some of the younger female staff weren't wearing short, tight skirts and so much makeup (trying too hard to get tips, ladies?). They resembled the bar-harpies that haunt Carson Street on Saturday nights, and they needn't have. On the downside, this Houlihan's is located in Mt. Lebanon's Galleria mall, so one can expect to dine alongside the privileged, the Botoxed, the money-hungry, the hair-plugged, and the overly tanned. Nonetheless, as with the other Houlihan's franchises I've visited, this location dependably dished out to us a meal that was respectably above the notch of average, Houli's givin' us what we needed prior to catching a certain comics-inspired feature at the nearby Carmike. Snikt! Bub. youtube.com/watch?v=g7kd… P.S. On a Friday evening, as busy as the house was, we were seated without waiting a single minute. Were we just lucky?
(4)D. M.
My fiancée and I live in the neighborhood so we visit Houlihan's quite often for drinks or a quick meal. They have good sandwiches, burgers, appetizers and a steak wedge salad that is delicious. The drinks however are a little more expensive than you would find at other places in the area, but they do have specials from time to time.
(4)Cathy V.
Had the buffalo chicken salad. It was full of delicious ingredients and came with a tasty roll. Very satisfying and still healthy! Plus it was my free birthday dinner so it doesn't get much better than that!
(5)Ang S.
Great Happy Hour! Since I live in the neighborhood - I come here quite often for drinks and quick bites. They have a nice bar and a great outdoor seating. It's a great place to watch games and just hangout with your friends. Try the Thai Chilli Wings!
(4)Jeremia F.
This place is okay, It has a very "normal" selection of beers and other adult beverages. The service is always fast and friendly but this place definitely gets way too overcrowded than what I would expect in an establishment of this quality. If you don't get your name in quick expect to wait at least 20 minutes before you get seated which is not worth it in my opinion. The food is just okay nothing really spectacular but I do like the little plates of food that they offer. MY biggest personal hang up is the menu ranges from the little plates to giant entrees that mostly consist of pastas, steaks etc. And if you want something a little but lighter than an entree but larger than an appetizer you basically have to settle for a sandwich or a burger. I went with a plate of 2 cheddar sliders which where flavorless, dry, and overcooked. I'd go back but not on the top or my list.
(3)Tiffany W.
Great happy hour and love the Salmon BLT. The lettace wraps were pretty good as well. Sat at the bar and had great service and TVs.
(4)Matt B.
This is a chain and I usually can't stand chain restaurants. But the atmosphere makes it not feel like a chain. No televisions playing sports programs. Nice cocktails with a good happy hour. Really great small plates. I recommend the avocado egg rolls, the goat cheese artichoke things, and the lettuce wraps. Don't bother getting a large meal - just get a bunch of apps. You'll be happier!
(4)Eric E.
Great atmosphere , very good food. It's just a little over priced. Other than that I would recommend this place.
(4)Alicia S.
I really enjoyed my lunch. I had the small buffalo chicken salad which was the perfect portion and delicious. My friends had the artichoke balls with goat cheese. They were excellent! I would order them again. We also tried the summer special- fried asparagus. They were not greasy. I would come back to this location again. Service was great and food presentation was spot on.
(4)Mike S.
Honestly not bad for a chain. Some nice small plates, craft beers, decent atmosphere, and great patio in the summer.
(4)Kay E.
Darren and I came here last weekend before seeing the new Wolverine movie, and I loved it. The chicken/avocado eggrolls are an excellent app. I also savored the Petite (4 ounce) Filet Mignon, their mashed potatoes (sooo good), and their S'mores Crock, which is one of the neatest desserts anywhere (you dip sugary graham cracker sticks and fresh strawberries into this marshmallow/chocolate fondue...mmm...). The service was great. Some of the waitresses show a little too much leg, though (they kept having to pull down their tight, shirt skirts). Anyway, good eats here.
(4)Brittany C.
I LOVE Houlihans!!! This place is great! I've been here tons of times over the years and I've never been disappointed. I recommend the chicken enchiladas, the mushroom enchiladas, the Asian chop salad, the calamari, the meatloaf, any of the Long Island Iced Tea pitchers, the pot roast, stuffed chicken breast, calamari, and especially the Tuscan salad with goat cheese. I also like the atmosphere, and (HUGE PLUS) there's almost never a wait at this location (at least the times I've been here!).
(4)Branden B.
This place is awesome! Has a nice atmosphere. Try the top shelf long island iced tea!
(5)Letise D.
Food was good and atmosphere excellent. However, the service was extremely slow, compromising the experience. If you go, allow plenty of time and definitely order the S'mores fondue crock for dessert!
(3)S. Z.
While my visits to Houlihan's are limited, every one of them makes me anxious for the next. The service has been great at both the Washington Road and Robinson Mall locations. The same can be said for the food. It's been served in a timely manner, it's delicious and more than generous. Since I haven't tried the entire menu, I plan to stick with Houlihan's until I have the type of disappointing experience I've had at other restaurants. I noticed that another reviewer calls the food expensive. Unless that person is eating at fast food restaurants exclusively, I can't imagine what they would consider Houlihan's expensive.
(5)Sarah K.
The goat cheese/asparagus poppers were good. The service was great, and the manager stopped by to check on us.
(4)Sm E.
I'm a Houlihan's fan. It's REALLY fast, the service is unfailingly delightful (their wait staff rocks) and the food is consistent. I always order the same thing (grilled chicken sandwich with a cheese-stuffed portobello mushroom on top), so consistency matters to me. I've only ever gone there for lunch, and have always been seated immediately - maybe that's the secret to avoiding the long wait times other reviewers have mentioned. While there's nothing particularly flashy or fancy about Houlihan's, I like knowing I can count on a fast, yummy lunch served to me by someone pleasant and helpful. It's my standby.
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