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“Crab - two ways, both good”

Christie's Seafood & Steaks
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Ranked #311 of 9,327 Restaurants in Houston
Price range: $15 - $20
Cuisines: Seafood, Steakhouse
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Good for: Local cuisine
Dining options: Reservations
Dining style: Casual Dining
Description: Christie's Seafood & Steaks began in 1917 as a small food and drink stand on Galveston's waterfront. Now located on Westheimer Road in Houston, Christie's is Houston's oldest family restaurant, and we invite you to join us for a great meal! Come in to Christie's for fresh seafood and delicious steaks! Try our famous butterfly fried shrimp. It's made from a secret recipe that has been passed down over generations. The Remoulade sauce that accompanies the fried shrimp is from a traditional recipe from 1917. Bring in the whole family, and feel at home with our personable, friendly staff and comfortable atmosphere. If you have a large family or a celebration, our banquet room creates a festive backdrop for any special occasion. For over a century, the Christie family has served the same incomparable food that made its founder, Theodore Christie, famous. Dine with us tonight to find out what it's all about!
Reviewed June 2, 2016

Just happened upon this place while traveling to our hotel in the driving rain. My husband had the soft-shelled crab, and I had the lump crab with drawn butter. Both were excellent and large portions. The bread and salads were good, but the sides were just so-so. Service was friendly and timely. This is a bit of a dated place, but it was comfortable.

Date of visit: June 2016
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Kathy C, Owner at Christie's Seafood & Steaks, responded to this reviewResponded June 9, 2016

Kay, we're so happy to see you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for reaching out. Now, we look forward to seeing you the next time you're in the area.

All the best,
Christie Family

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Reviewed May 4, 2016

I was driving along Westheimer Road in Houston looking for a place to have lunch when my eyes were drawn to Christie’s Seafood and Steaks. As I was driving by I was immediately struck by the retro-style exterior. Upon entering, the interior of the restaurant was like a throwback to decades past, with trophy fish mounted on the walls above vintage black-and-white framed photographs. Music from the 1930s through the 1950s played in the background.

I ordered the stuffed crab for lunch – the best way I can describe the flavor is a crab cake jammed into an empty crab shell – and enjoyed it. It was accompanied by what tasted like homemade tartar sauce and cocktail sauce. The lunch also included fries, a salad and some delicious bread, so I felt it was a good value.

Apparently, Christie’s has been around for nearly a century. It is not a cutting edge restaurant by any means, but a reminder of how the experience of dining out used to be. I found it to be a pleasant trip down memory lane.

Date of visit: May 2016
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Kathy C, Owner at Christie's Seafood & Steaks, responded to this reviewResponded May 9, 2016

We're so glad you enjoyed it overall, and we really appreciate you reaching out! Thanks so much. Now, we look forward to seeing you the next time you stop by.

All the best,
Christie Family

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Reviewed April 24, 2016

My family has been going to Christie's for about 70 years now. We've been with them when they had several restaurants, and have continued with them as they've narrowed down to this one restaurant. Saying that, I personally haven't eaten there in a few years. I was pleasantly surprised to find that their food is still delicious. The oysters on the half shell were very tasty and fresh. My family ordered the fried shrimp, the stuffed shrimp and the stuffed crab, all tasty. The onion rings and rolls were good as well. The only thing no one liked were the au gratin potatoes; the cheese sauce seemed like plastic. Also, the décor is dated, the ceiling tiles are stained, and there is dark discoloration along the flooring in the bathroom, but my family said that they can obviously see a fresh coat of paint inside and outside the restaurant since the last time they went. There's a beautiful hand painted mural of shrimping boats in the main restaurant, really a delight to see. Service was attentive, and clean white table cloths were on the tables. I also noticed plaques in the entryway for kitchen cleanliness awards. I'm looking forward to going again soon.

Date of visit: April 2016
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Kathy C, Owner at Christie's Seafood & Steaks, responded to this reviewResponded May 12, 2016

We're so glad we didn't disappoint! Thanks so much for reaching out -- it's so cool to know your family has been with us all these years, and we look forward to seeing you again soon.

All the best,
Christie Family

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Reviewed February 29, 2016 via mobile

First time to visit in over 20 years. That they have been around so long is a testament of the quality. The food was good. The service was quick, efficient and very friendly. I plan to go back again .

Date of visit: February 2016
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Kathy C, Owner at Christie's Seafood & Steaks, responded to this reviewResponded March 2, 2016

From the service to the food, we're so happy you enjoyed it! Now, we look forward to seeing you again soon, and don't hesitate to let us know how we can improve.

All the best,
Christie Family

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Reviewed February 23, 2016 via mobile

What a great lunch we had. The seafood platter was excellent. The stuffed crab was the best I ever ate. The service matched the great food.

Date of visit: February 2016
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Kathy C, Owner at Christie's Seafood & Steaks, responded to this reviewResponded February 26, 2016

From the seafood platter to the stuffed crab, we're so glad to see you enjoyed it! Thanks so much for reaching out. Now, we look forward to seeing you the next time you're in the area.

All the best,
Christie Family

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