Take The Wheel Restaurant

117 reviews

3121 W Orem Dr, Houston, TX 77045

takethewheelrestaurant.com

+18329409992

About

Take The Wheel Restaurant is a American restaurant located at 3121 W Orem Dr, Houston, TX 77045. It has received 117 reviews with an average rating of 4.8 stars.

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Hours

Monday11AM-8PM
Tuesday11AM-9:30PM
Wednesday11AM-8PM
ThursdayClosed
Friday11AM-8PM
Saturday11AM-8PM
Sunday11AM-8PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Take The Wheel Restaurant: 3121 W Orem Dr, Houston, TX 77045

  • Take The Wheel Restaurant has 4.8 stars from 117 reviews

  • American restaurant

  • "Not going to lie, first impression was sketchy"

    "Fitting name, the food is definitely for the soul"

    "Man hands down some of the best food places that I’ve ate in a long time! I went in just to get the loaded fries and then I noticed they had wings and one of the bosses hooked me up with an eight piece of the bourbon wings and when I tell you I did not need no ranch even though he did give me some because the flavor of the wings will have anyone coming back it was off the chain I’m talking about way better then any Wingstop location I’ve been to in a while that has been disappointing "

    "In the area, found this place on maps and decided to stop"

    "Best Experience Ever! The Food Here is very Good, I had the Grilled Chicken and Shrimp Salad OMG this Salad reminded me of my Childhood like everything I Love all wrapped up in one"

Reviews

  • James V

Not going to lie, first impression was sketchy. Thought we might have been in the wrong place! As soon as we came in, we were immediately greeted with a warm, friendly gentleman behind the counter. Figured out what we wanted and placed our order. Food came and did not disappoint! Typical hard-working family food joint here! This is one of those little gems that you will go out of your way to eat at! Don't let the initial appearance fool you! This food is amazing and the staff are extremely friendly! If you are in the neighborhood, it is definitely worth a stop! You will not leave hungry! I will definitely be stopping here again next time I am in this part of town!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Cheeseburger Basket, Peach Cobbler, Wing Basket
Dietary restrictions
Don't go here unless you're ready to get fat! The desserts and food are phenomenal!

  • E Stewart

Fitting name, the food is definitely for the soul. The fish is so good, and definitely get the wings. We stopped here before going to an event, bad move, I needed a nap after this meal. My belly was definitely happy to meet this Houston spot. The neighborhood is iffy even in the daytime, but the customer service was great and the food came out in a timely manner. I highly recommend this place. Jesus, take the wheel, the house, the dog, and whatever else you feel is necessary for them to keep churning out delicious meals.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 3
Recommended dishes
Wing Basket
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot

  • Rodney Edwards

Man hands down some of the best food places that I’ve ate in a long time! I went in just to get the loaded fries and then I noticed they had wings and one of the bosses hooked me up with an eight piece of the bourbon wings and when I tell you I did not need no ranch even though he did give me some because the flavor of the wings will have anyone coming back it was off the chain I’m talking about way better then any Wingstop location I’ve been to in a while that has been disappointing . Also the vibe up there was like going to a family members house eating and watching TV and everybody’s doing their own thing. I pray this business continues to flourish.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20

  • Aledra Jacobs

In the area, found this place on maps and decided to stop. Ordered fish & shrimp plate. Plate served with 2 pieces of catfish, 5 shrimp, and french fries. Catfish was fried well, nice cornmeal batter, not too thick. Shrimp are jumbo. Food 10/10, can’t go wrong. Good stop for lunch, or convenient food run.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Fish & Shrimp Basket
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot

  • Erica Hall

Best Experience Ever! The Food Here is very Good, I had the Grilled Chicken and Shrimp Salad OMG this Salad reminded me of my Childhood like everything I Love all wrapped up in one... I will be getting my Salad fix from here only, My Grandkids also enjoyed everything here as well... Keep up the Good Work❣️
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chicken and Shrimp Salad, Cheeseburger Basket, Wing Basket

  • Serena Ross

I ordered on the way to work for dinner. Order was ready for pickup. Food was ready. Hot and fresh? The people were super friendly. Can't wait to go back. Great experience
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Fried Shrimp with Large Salad
Parking space
Not sure
Parking options
Free parking lot
Parking
Could have more parking. But since I was picking up. I was ok with that.

  • Deonna Benton

I frequent both locations. I work near this location. The guys are always professional and courteous. The food is always freshly prepared and delicious. Today they guaranteed that I would enjoy the peach cobbler. I will say that crust is definitely made from scratch. It's perfect. I always get the grilled shrimp salad and a side of wings....Bourbon wings are my go to but today I want the lemon pepper joints...They just do it right every time. Consistency is it for me!! A forever customer and supporter.

  • Francine Gomez

when my co-workers and I discovered this place about a year ago, we have not stopped going since. We love love love the salads the most. I always get salad and wings and share with my hunny. It would be too big for me but they have side salads with everything i love grabbing for lunch. We always have left overs. I have tried all the salads, they are delicious. We get to call in our food, then we pick it up. They dont take long at all. They are always so nice and friendly.

  • Douglas Fletcher (VTDude)

What a great find, Gem of a place. In town for work, stop by to order wings and fries and had a daiquiri while I was waiting which was great by the way as well. Will be back.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Wing Basket, Loaded Fries
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot

  • Iris Lewis

Food was delicious! It came out fresh and timely. I appreciate the care that was taken in my and my friend's food. We got cheese fries, and wings! They suggested a mix on the daquiri that was soooo good! And allowed us to try the different flavors so we could choose the drink that was perfect for us! 10/10... will be returning!
Service
Dine in
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • MrBuild IT

Consistent Great Taste, great quality and Great service. When I’m in the area, this is my favorite place to eat. I know their food will be cooked and cleaned properly and have the same delicious and consistent taste to follow!!! Keep doing a great job you guys!!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$1–10
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: Yes
Takeout: Yes
Curbside pickup: Yes

  • Natasha Johnson

Omg their food is delicious, I’ve gotten the cheeseburger basket twice and all I have to say is soooo delicious! My daughter has had their habanero wings and fries, tasted one delicious not too spicy which I love but just enough! I dined in and taken out food.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Parking
Parking is a small area but it’s fine, when it’s not too crowded.

  • Dylan Cook

The place was filthy and the onion rings were rotten. The burgers were old or overcooked, but dry as hell regardless. The guy making the food was cool though, even though he sucks at it. Won't be coming back here, a chill guy isn't enough to want this level of stomach upset again.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 1
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 1

  • C. A.

1st time visitor. Ordered Triple w wings, fish & shrimp plus Boudain balls. Food was overcooked I.e. shrimp was rubbery, wings dried out. May try again but w instructions to not fry too long. Seasoning too heaving on salt.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 3
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 2
Parking space
Somewhat difficult to find parking

  • Ambreia Tarleton

Hands down the food is amazing. I had the fish & shrimp basket. The fish was fried crispy just the way fish should be served..I loved it. Shrimp was on point. Very yummy . This is definitely a MUST try at this LOCATION. I love the staff & cooks. I only sample the daiquiris, but the taste of the daiquiris were very good. I will definitely be going back to the West Orem location. I HIGHLY recommend.

  • Gabriela Conti

I walked in and the owner warmly greeted me. I told him how much I love supporting local businesses. Then, he answered all of my questions and told me his favorite. I got the fried red fin and okra. There was a little dipping sauce in there which was really good. It was a big portion, and pretty good.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20

  • Jasmine Vera

As soon as we walked in I believe the owner greeted me with a warm welcome. The food was amazing. Warm, fresh, flavorful, and the employees were so helpful! I will definitely be coming back!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Gyro, Fish & Shrimp Basket

  • David Leal

Awesome place. Was shocked at the flavors because they were so good. They actually use seasoning, unlike other places. Food was cooked perfect. Met the Boss Chef, super friendly guy. Got alot of food for the price. Overall super good spot
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Dominique Owens

Food was GREAT! I got the cheeseburger and my cousin had the fish sandwich! 5/5 & the Banana Pudding is good as well.. definitely will be back. Clean, fast and great prices.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Cheeseburger Basket, Fish Sandwich

  • Q Tip

I only write a review if its really good or really bad. This place gets 5+ stars from me. I haven't tasted fish this good in the 4 years I've been here in Houston. Fried and seasoned to perfection. The owner is amazing and makes you feel welcome soon as you step in his store and that's a plus for me. I will most definitely be back (A-LOT)
Service
Take out

  • Virginia Taylor

This is my first time eating at take the wheel. I must say this SALMON SALAD is fantastic!!! Listen if y’all want to patronize a restaurant. This is the one, with quality food and service!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Salmon Salad

  • Uzamaki Mihawk

This is my first time here and the food I had was flawless. I’m not just saying that. I had a simple fish basket and the way it was prepared, the portion size, the sauces were perfect. Nothing was over seasoned (and I love seasoning on my food) everything was perfect. This is how you fry fish! This is how you fry shrimp! I will be back.

  • Brittany Blueitt

I love love LOVE this restaurant. I've become a frequent flyer here, the food is always cooked to order, piping hot and fresh. I have yet to have a bad experience or food from here. I swear by Take The Wheel and have told all my friends and family.
Service
Delivery
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20

  • Jaymie Tolbert

Love the fast and fresh service I get every time I visit TTW. The food is great and always made to my liking. Very welcoming staff and environment
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: Yes
Takeout: Yes
Delivery: No
Curbside pickup: Yes

  • Larry Taylor

I'm a regular at this restaurant, and I've never had a bad meal. The food is always delicious, the service is always friendly, and the prices are always reasonable. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great dining experience.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Lisa McNeill

Nice black-owned and operated business. Food is good. Customer service is even better. Props to the brothers from the Motor City.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$1–10
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: No
Takeout: Yes
Delivery: Not sure
Curbside pickup: Not sure

  • Laura Singleterry

Amazing customer service!!!!! We loved the food (mango abanero wings, fish, shrimp, and sweet potatoe fries). The daiquiri selection was also great!!!! We will definitely be back to this place again!! Highly recommend!!!!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20

  • Chandler marshall

This is my 4th time ordering from here and every time the food hits!!! The owner is very nice and you get a great amount of food for the price!! The chicken wing and shrimp combo and the grilled chicken salad are my absolute favorites !!
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5

  • HTown Food Realtor

This food was so good! I had the fried fish and shrimp and my friend had the lemon pepper wings with fries. It was so fresh, and so tasty! I will definitely return to try some of their other items. Good stuff!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20

  • Charnice

Went the other day, the food was delicious. I ate it in the car and had to order another for home. I ordered the fried shrimp and fish basket
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: Yes
Takeout: Yes

  • Trina Gipson

This place is sooo good the food is freshly cooked the burgers is juicy & good & hot the salad is the bomb try it u will love it !!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes
Chicken and Shrimp Salad, Fish Sandwich

  • robinson Mutiso

Highly Recommended! the Chicken wings smothered in twist of mango and lemon pepper sauce. The homemade Tartar sauce for the Catfish is just out of this world. Plus the catfish too. Plus They do a good Service too. 10 stars
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch

  • Toni Henderson

Great quality food and service. I enjoyed my salmon and shrimp salad. The shrimp and salmon was seasoned to perfection. The owner also made the dressing from scratch. A must try!! I will be back
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20

  • Earlene Sias

The food is awesome great service and very friendly employees
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Chicken and Shrimp Salad, Fish & Shrimp Basket

  • Trish

I have only tried their Daiquiris & Cheese Burger With Fries. Omg y’all! Their burgers are sooo good & really big for a good price. Customer service is good too! Please go try them out!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$1–10

  • HOOD' JOY

Home style!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Wing Basket
Parking space
Plenty of parking
Parking options
Free parking lot

  • Jay Mac

Found Me a new spot for seafood on Fridays, order the 10 wings, shrimp and fries, and a 2 piece fish dinner on 10/20/2023, everything was good seasoned to perfection. I will be going there every Friday.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • denise kanafsky

Great food, great service, well seasoned,fresh and hot! Shrimp were BIG and delicious, hushpuppies best ever, tasty burger and crispy flavorful wings! Loved it all! Sweet little place, we'll be back!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • GiGi Mobley

The shrimp was fabulous. I will definitely be making this spot weekly if not more. I heard the burgers are great too. I tried to go again today but the kitchen was closed. :( open, open, open...lol
Service
Take out
Price per person
$10–20

  • Paty Cantu

The fish sandwich was really good. My son likes their buffalo wings. I also tried the banana pudding, it was good. i want to go back and try the daquiris with my seafood.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50

  • Elizabeth Mack

Lovely staff!!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Breakfast
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4
Recommended dishes
Shrimp Grilled Chicken, Fried Shrimp with Large Salad, Salmon Salad

  • Rusty Shackelford

Dude knows what he's doing. We got the salmon salad and some wings. The salmon was better than at a high end restaurant, the salad was beautiful and fresh. Also, best wings I've ever had. I don't think you can go wrong ordering anything here.

  • Goddess Kesh

I went here yesterday off the strength from the reviews I read. Hands down, the best food I have had in a while. Don't get me started on the daiquiris. Triple shot Tuesday for the win. I'm going back today, of course, to get my fix! More

  • Kyle Sedita

Food was amazing! Came out hot and fresh and everything was delicious. The service was amazing and everyone was so nice and happy to help or give suggestions.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20

  • Deltreca Reagins

Their food is amazing, I love their wings, their burgers are delicious and always fresh but my absolute favorite is the loaded fries with chicken. Love this place it is a must try.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Andrew Wilson

Great vibes, Food was Great everything was fresh and hot. My new place to eat.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: No
Takeout: Yes
Delivery: No

  • Francesca Cook

Best damn wings in town. That's it. That's the review.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Features
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: No
Takeout: Yes
Delivery: No
Curbside pickup: Yes

  • Jenn Breshears

The hospitality was amazing and the food was even better!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Fish Sandwich

  • Tre Berry

First time visit yesterday. Food was good. I love that the seafood was fresh and hot. The fries were hot but didn’t taste freshly cooked. The tartar sauce was pretty bland
Service
Take out
Price per person
$10–20

  • Nathaniel Vitale

Excellent food and service. Would highly recommend. The wings (which was recommend) after asking as it was my first time here were perfect. It's not a big place, but don't let that fool you. Quality all the way around.

  • Ralph Johnson

It go down check ✔ ✅ em out the good, not to expensive right in HIRAM CLARKE
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 4
Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

  • Krystal Green

I have been supporting “Take The Wheel”for a while now they have great food and the presentation is a plus , you gotta go try this shrimp and chicken salad they made it look all good plus it’s enough to share …

  • ashley rodriguez

Great & fast service food was made fresh and passed my expectations would definitely come again. Good portion for good price.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$1–10

  • Paris Williams

Food is delicious!
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Lunch
Price per person
$20–30
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Recommended dishes
Wing Basket

  • Tori Moore

This Is the ABSOLUTE BEST SEAFOOD!!! The fried fish, shrimp, fries , and hushpuppies were all DELICIOUS!!!!! That secret sauce is EVERYTHING!! Now, They Have a Customer For Life

  • Terence Brooks

Wow, definitely a hidden gem, drove 5 minutes to the house, and sat down, she said the fish was still to hot to bite, that burger knocked water out my eyes, you know it's GOOD!!!

  • Elke Chambers

The food here is amazing!!!!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Raegan Davis

They have the best wings in Houston and the staff are very nice and professional! My food is always fresh!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Amber Mobley

Best banana pudding I’ve ever had !!!!
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20
Food: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Seneca Hubbard

The fish and shrimp basket is huge! Perfectly fried shrimp and fish with generous portions at a great price, will definitely go back when I visit again.

  • Ariette L Whitehurst

Today was my first time trying this restaurant. And all the food was delicious. I had the trio. Chicken, fish. Wings and shrimp. Everything was amazing.

  • Jaleksa Branch

The food is beyond words. I almost cried when I took a bite of my burger. Yes, it was that good.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Tyffanie Fasuyi

A friend recommended this place and I was not disappointed. The shrimp salad was fresh and the customer service was great. I’ll be a repeat customer.

  • aleshia orr

I asked the gentlemen here can he cook me something with some veggies and he came back with this beautiful dish here needless to say it was delicious

  • Tommie Feagins

I must admit the service was great the food was delicious them sweet chili wings and the burger to die for don't take my word go try it for yourself

  • Lee Mayfield

Sometimes the wings are breaded sometimes they are not I need mine to be BREADED all the time
Food: 3
Service: 3
Atmosphere: 3

  • Meagan Raglin

This place is sooo good! Consistent! Best burgers, fried fish, and the wings!!! Soooo good.
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$10–20

  • Ashley Biggs

Excellent service my lemon pepper wings are soo good and the sweet potatoe fries and their hushpuppies are moist and sweet like sweet corn bread

  • Grace Taylor

Entranceway very unkept trash all over. Door dirty. Nasty.
Service
Take out
Meal type
Dinner
Price per person
$30–50

  • Jennifer West

Food was delicious service was pretty good I will be coming back here ☺️☺️
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • wendy salazar

Ordered a burger with cheese online, food and fries were great.. only thing that sucked was having to wait 10 mins to be assisted

  • D Rod

Just had some of the best fried catfish and okra in Houston. I will definitely be coming back to try the other items.

  • Briand Russell

My experience has been wonderful every time I have gone !! Chicken wings, fish plate & salmon salad sooo good !!

  • Mya Parker

I’ve Been Eating Here For Over A Year Now And I’ve Never Been Let Down ! Great Food And Customer Service !!!

  • Zay J

I love this restaurant! The food is always hot and fresh. I love the lamb gyro and the okra is sooo good!

  • t cford

Food was horrible fries not seasoned and all they food come out air fry taste old ! Wouldn’t recommend

  • Gerard Gonzales

Best burgers in town, love the cheese fries, definitely coming back to try there daiquiris …

  • Big B

Very good food. Friendly service and food freshly prepared …

  • Angel Benavides

Great food great service 10/10 would eat again
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Dasharia Demerson

Wings was goooood. I had lemon pepper
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Gym Bo

Commercial service plumber, so I eat all over town. This spot is quick hot and delicious.

  • TexasTea 713

This really is a treasure
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

  • Mz Hudson

The food and service is really good! I can eat their salads every day!!

  • Pauletta Williams

Food fried to perfection but too salty! That's why I gave it 4 stars!

  • Nicole Condiff

Shrimp and fish with a real salad!!!! Yesss I will be back.

  • Tashia Robinson

Good food, good service. The salads are big and tasty.

  • No Name

Food was delicious.
Service
Take out

  • Sherkesha “Kesha” Booker

Delicious fried seafood. Fresh food

  • Sequalla Hicks

WING AND SHRIMP BASKET IS FIRE!!!!

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