Pengus' Place

Review №1

Rating: 5

Amazing food and even more amazing service. Please show your support.

Date: 10 hours ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

Fish and chips was great! Chips were freshly cut and seasoned perfectly. Fish was also fresh with a tasty batter. Staff was super friendly and welcoming. Unfortunately, road construction directly in front of the establishment makes it a little difficult to enter and exit but dont let this deter you! Well worth the wait. Ill be back soon! Thanks for a 5 Star experience!

Date: 2 days ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

Hand cut french fries and hand battered fish were steaming hot and crispy. The only adjective I can think of is perfect. Vegetarian options: The potato soup is perfect.

Date: a week ago

Review №4

Rating: 2

the server was nice but the food was terrible. i m english, so i know propper fish and chips and this ain t it. Soggy hard fish, undercooked oily chips, not good at all.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

Excellent Bangers and Mash and great people. Plus the complementary soup was a perfect addition.

Date: a month ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Your food made me happy.

Date: a month ago

Review №7

Rating: 5

One of my absolute favorite places to stop in for delicious eats, and welcoming atmosphere

Date: a month ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

The food tastes/feels cozy and the atmosphere feels like a proper little greasy spoon cafe. You immediately become family when seated Food

Date: a month ago

Review №9

Rating: 3

The truth is that we went in because of the good ratings that this restaurant has, I think the appearance is that of a run down place and a horror movie restaurant but that is its charm, but I dont know let appearances get carried away since the food is delicious, It is heavy but rich. Apparently it is a family restaurant and preserves the traditional atmosphere of yesteryear. It was an experience, not suitable for small children since the space is small and they would disturb the other diners. You could improve the infrastructure and something else and it would be perfect.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №10

Rating: 3

Date: 2 months ago

Review №11

Rating: 1

Had really high hopes because of the reviews and tried to be forgiving with the uncleaned atmosphere and dirty dishes food was served in. I gave up hope when my drink came with cigarette ash in it. Yikes

Date: 2 months ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Such a beautiful place and amazing breakfest very friendly service.. best breakfast during are trip!!!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №13

Rating: 3

Food was alright. I d come back in a cooler month (came in June) and it was pretty warm inside). Our waitress was nice and all but to be honest it s really unprofessional (and unappetizing to diners) to come to work with hickies all over your neck (I mean literally over 10 ). They have makeup to cover that. Other than those two things it s a cute little niche type of place with alright food, would give it another try.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

Never a bad meal here. Thanks small business

Date: 3 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

The food was absolutely amazing and way exceeded our expectations. We ordered the chicken curry, lamb kebab and the crab cakes and they were all amazing! Super kind and welcoming people!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

What a little gem, absolutely amazing food, everything was handmade such a cute little place, will definitely eat there again

Date: 4 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Phenomenal place. Great food, staff, and atmosphere

Date: 5 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

The staff is warm and friendly. The food is amazing. The ambiance is adorable. I cant recommend this place enough. Food : 5/5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Very very good. I really enjoyed the minestrone soup and the cottage pie was excellent!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Wonderful little place with really really good food!! Very personal service with the food cooked to your desired taste. The staff was so nice, I want go back just to say hi!! Couldnt recommend it more!! The fish was perfect, light and very filling. Dietary restrictions: They have a Keto section in the menu. Kid-friendliness: Lots of art work that kids will enjoy and they have their own part of the menu.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 4

Liked the British items on the menu. Stopped in on a cold Saturday for late lunch and had Fish and chips, mrs. Had the all day British breakfast. It was all pretty good. But more interesting we were provided a free cup of soup to heat us up while we were waiting, how good is that? Service was excellent, food was good and prices are very reasonable. You can tell these folks are trying their best on a limited budget, so go support them as a local restaurant as best you can.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Super nice cute place in the heart of Magnolia. Loved every bite of everything that we had. Our server was super nice too. We had the baked crab cakes and the fish and chips. Everything was so good!!!! Y all gotta try them!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Stopped by Pengus for breakfast today. The food was delish and the people working there were very friendly. I d highly recommend this place and we will definitely be back to try their lunch/dinner menu in the future.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 1

Now I understand why no ones ever eating here

Date: 8 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

Home cooking at its finest

Date: 8 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Always friendly service and delicious food! The small location is perfect for a comfortable lunch. Everything weve ever eaten here has been amazing, with great portion sizes.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Awesome food! Great atmosphere

Date: 9 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

All around 5 star experience. Great food, people and decor. My gf and I got Scottish eggs with fries and a Parmo with sautéed mushrooms with fries. Also had to order mushy peas, which were great. Finished everything with some Ricotta, lemon and pear pie. Subtle sweetness, hints of lemon zest. Cant wait to come back.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Brought my homesick friend from Liverpool and we had a fantastic dinner. Very authentic British food. The service is great. Support a small family owned restaurant with fantastic food. Vegetarian options: They seem like they can customize your order

Date: 11 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Come hungry! Great food, big portions, great service. Cozy spot with real home cooking. Italian sodas are a must!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

I cant say enough good things about how great the service is every time I come. They make you feel at home! The first time we went, probably later 2021, was for breakfast on a Saturday. My son wanted pancakes and they didnt disappoint. In fact, he said its the only pancake he likes better than the ones his grandpa makes for him. I was the difficult one cause after looking at the menu, even though it was before 9 AM, I really felt a craving for fish and chips. They made it for me without any question and it was absolutely delicious. I was also curious, as fish and chips was my extent of knowledge of British food, as to what a scotch egg tasted like. Even though its not a side or appetizer (which it certainly should be now that I think about it), they made me just one so I could get what I wanted to try and it was amazing. Since then, my son has made me take him back multiple times for his pancake, eggs and bacon..... And each time I get the amazing fish and chips. In fact, I think my boy and I are about due for another visit very soon! Kid-friendliness: They have always been great with my son. Hes the type with a million questions and the staff have always been so accommodating with each thing he asked about. Great staff and owners!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

Penguss Place food is so yummy! I love their fresh cut french fries. Everything weve tried was delicious. Highly recommend. Their hours are different than most restaurants, busines hours are: Thursdays & Friday 10-8, Saturday & Sunday 8-8, and Monday 3-9. Enjoy!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

Excellent service and excellent food. Fish Sandwich was big and delicious. Bangers and Mash was outstanding . Mashy Peas was wonderful and new to us . Will return soon for different menu items. Great place overall.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

First time here yesterday. It was AMAZING! I am picky about my eggs. They were cooked to perfection. I love that they use real butter. The breakfast potatoes are another thing I am picky about. They were also perfectly cooked. I guess I am picky about everything I had, and it was all really great! The sausage flavor was good. They cooked it so that it was cooked all the way through, and yet it was not dry or overcooked. The service was great. Tables are a bit close together, but I like that because I am a social person and ended up meeting a nice gentleman who is new to our area. Its a homey and comfortable, cozy feeling. Oh! And the coffee was hot. If inhav3 a choice between cooking my own eggs and going to Pengus Place, I will choose Pengus. They cook them better than I do.

Date: a year ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Best fish n chips I ve had! Great food, attentive service for a great price.

Date: a year ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Friday evening and I wanted something unique. Pengus Place is that. An eclectic mix of British and American cuisines served in an intimate setting. I started with a potato soup and side salad that was delicious. My appetizer of fried mushrooms was big enough to share, unfortunately I was alone. The main entrée was steak and mushroom pie. The flaky crust was heavenly. The was plenty of steak blended with sauté mushrooms. I didnt have room for dessert but I got a Black Forest turnover that I cant wait to dive into. Now that I know they are here I will be back often.

Date: a year ago

Review №41

Rating: 1

Im rather puzzled by our experience. Arriving later in the day, we aimed to grab breakfast, as the menu indicated availability until 12. Around 11:50, we selected our desired items, only to be informed that breakfast service concludes at noon. This left us baffled since it wasnt yet noon. Our intention was to order two simple meals of biscuits and gravy. The situation of being unable to order has left me quite bewildered. Thus, my review is centered around the available information, including a parking area with notably deep potholes. For those with a Tesla, Id advise against navigating these pits; a sturdier vehicle like a truck might be more suitable. As for the restaurant, it appeared to require significant repairs and showed signs of neglect. While I cannot speak for the quality of the food, that aspect remains unknown to us.

Date: a year ago

Review №42

Rating: 1

Im really just confused. We went here later on on the day and we were looking for breakfast. The menu says breakfast is available until 12. We quickly found what we wanted and tried to order around 11:50 to be told breakfast ends at noon. It wasnt noon yet? We wanted two bery simple meals of biscuits and gravy. Just really confused on why we couldnt order. So my review is based on what info I have - a parking lot that has steep holes. We have a Tesla and I would not recommend running a car through there. Bring a truck. Restaurant was in need of serious repairs and is run down. Food may be great, but we wouldnt know!

Date: a year ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

This is the place to go for some authentic UK dishes like fish and chips, bangers and mash, and Scotch eggs. It is a small, family run place, but the service and food were excellent! The fish and chips couldnt have been more authentic if they were served on newspaper!

Date: a year ago

Review №44

Rating: 4

The food was great! For those who expect heavy seasoning on food, this is not your place. This is, however, what is expected from British food. My 4 star rating comes from atmosphere and service. The building is very hot and crowded. Luckily it wasnt busy so we didnt mind. Service was not bad just slow for it not being busy. The waitress was nice. Kid-friendliness: We brought our two kids. They loved it. It was hot for the little one though.

Date: a year ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

I wish I came sooner! The food is just fresh homemade deliciousness on a plate! We did the fried zucchini & mushroom appetizer to start, you can tell they batter it themselves (which immediately earned 5 stars for me just there) they were piping hot and they use mostly whole mushrooms and thick/long zucchini sticks (hallelujah). I got the lamb curry with extra spice, flavors were strong and on point and my mom had the authentic Shepards pie and just about melted from the first bite. So much food we had to take most of our entrees home and I CANT WAIT to eat my leftovers! Everything was so fresh and homey, we re going back asap for the Sunday Yorkshire pudding, my moms been looking for it fresh FOREVER and we finally found it! The service was just as wonderful, very attentive, asked us if we had any questions and told us about Pengus history, all in all I ll definitely be back A LOT.

Date: a year ago

Review №46

Rating: 2

The people were nice enough but everything was very, very greasy. The waitress was chewing her fingernails before delivering our food, but was friendly and accomodating. The potato soup was delicious! I had high hopes for this place, as I had wanted to visit since I moved here in 2021. We most likely will not be returning.

Date: a year ago

Review №47

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

Don t let the exterior deter you!!!! This food is fantastic. The fried mushrooms, fried zucchini, crazy fries all yum. The mains: fish and chips and The parmo were GREAT. Even the salads were fresh and good. Drove an hour to try this place. Will drive another hour to come again in the future!

Date: a year ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

Lived in Magnolia for over a year a never stopped here. Boy that was a big mistake on my part. Meal selection is quite large. I had the Bangers and Mashed and my wife had the Shepards Pie. Both were excellent. Service was quick and the wait staff was excellent also. Will definitely come back here.

Date: a year ago

Review №50

Rating: 3

The food was ok. Everytime that we asked the waitress for something, like a straw or lemon for the ice tea she would say, I only have two hands. Whatever happened to anticipating the needs of your diners, asking if they would like lemon with their ice tea while youre taking their order and anticipating the fact that they may want to use a straw for their drinks. Oh, and maybe using a tray to bring everything instead of having to make multiple trips back and forth to the kitchen. Im all about getting my steps in but...just saying.

Date: a year ago

Review №51

Rating: 1

Date: a year ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Breakfast was the best in Town . Fish and chips are also a great buy.

Date: a year ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

The service was beyond outstanding. The waitress was attentive without being intrusive. The food was comparable to the meals we had in Scotland. After our meal the waitress assisted getting my mother-in-law down the ramp and safely in our van. It doesnt look like much from the outside but it is a great place inside. Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp in the back.

Date: a year ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Top notch service with amazing traditional British and American food. I highly recommend for anyone who wants to try something different and still have the option to pair it with something familiar. Family friendly with a nice homely atmosphere. Dietary restrictions: Completely understanding and helpful with any and all food allergies.

Date: a year ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Delightful restaurant with good food and friendly service! Try the Keto Chicken strips!

Date: a year ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

We recently moved to North Montgomery from Tomball. Had been looking for GREAT Fish n Chips out here....and here we are!!! Weve been here several times now, and EVERYTHING we have tried has been top notch, from the soups, each time has been something different, but equally as good each time, to the salad, always fresh, and home made dressing, and for me, the fish and chips!! We are excited to not have to go to The Memorial area (which is now our second favorite) for fish and chips!! Our British friend loved it too!!

Date: a year ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

Great family owned restaurant, went to visit when we came back to Texas for a weekend from Vegas and took a friend there, her first time. Scotch eggs were great, but you guys need salad cream..!!! Food

Date: a year ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №61

Rating: 4

Fish and chips, only thing Ive had. Take out only

Date: a year ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Small little place but it packs in flavor. Really nice to have something other than Mexican food in magnolia. Fish and chips are delicious so was the cottage pie. So far my favorite drink there is the black currant soda. Friendly staff and well maintained.

Date: a year ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

What a fabulous place! First time having a full English breakfast since England! Delicious food and friendly service. It was our first time, and we will definitely return to try the fish and chips and the bangers and mash and definitely the Sunday roast! YUM!!! Kid-friendliness: My 8 year old granddaughter felt comfortable. Her order (shes picky!) was taken seriously and our server was quite friendly to her. She loved her food and had a smile on her face for most of our breakfast. She cant wait to go back!

Date: a year ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

Funny little spot, seats 20. Weve driven by for 5 years & finally went for dinner. Always heard about the fish & and chips. As a Corporat Chef, I must say, 10 stars!!! Were Very happy & plan to go back in the morning for breakfast

Date: a year ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Great food by great people!

Date: a year ago

Review №67

Rating: 1

Date: a year ago

Review №68

Rating: 1

Saturday. Breakfast ordered biscuit and gravy with hashbrowns No hashbrowns and no biscuts made . Waste of time . Would be a great place to open a restaurant

Date: a year ago

Review №69

Rating: 4

Quaint restaurant with good food. Service is outstanding. Looking forward to returning.

Date: a year ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

This place is outstanding. The warm welcome accompanied by an original vibe is very refreshing for Magnolia. The soup is to die for and the food is made from pure love.

Date: a year ago

Review №71

Rating: 3

A bit disappointed with my dish...Very greasy and shepherds pie had a TON of cheese...bland. My husband did enjoy the gyro he got and the kids seemed to like their chicken tenders and fries.

Date: a year ago

Review №72

Rating: 1

I had chicken fried steak it tasted pretty good but it was in a lot of grease on my plate it made it soggy and gross potatoes were bland with no flavor or anyting my daughter had a chicken fried chicken and it was not cooked all the way in a bunch of Greece as well wont go back

Date: a year ago

Review №73

Rating: 4

I went there to get Scotch Eggs, which were great, but I also had a bowl of Tomato Basil soup - best I ve ever had!

Date: a year ago

Review №74

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

What a find! I had the daily special (chicken curry) and my husband had the chicken fried steak. Both were excellent. The people we were with loved their dishes as well (braised pork and bangers and mash). Only wish we lived closer!

Date: a year ago

Review №76

Rating: 4

A great little diner set off by itself. Its one of those places that is a jewel in the rough. I have always enjoyed my meals

Date: a year ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Enjoyed the big spread of the belly buster breakfast. First time in my life Ive ever eaten beans on toast. I can t stop thinking about it now. Hot tea was perfect and black pudding was delicious. Staff were so kind! We had a large group of 8 and laughed, talked, and ate with no rush. I love places like this. Will be back to try dinner!

Date: a year ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №79

Rating: 1

We were there for lunch today. 2 of us had fish and chips. The fish had a smell that was almost rancid. I don t know if they put vinegar in their batter, but that is what it taste like. One of us had chicken strips and she couldn t eat them, as they tasted like fish. I am assuming they cooked the chicken and fish in the same oil. The fries were limp and not crispy at all: my husband had the chicken fried steak, and he said it was not good at all! Very disappointed, as this was our first time there.

Date: a year ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

The food was so yummy and filling! I didnt know what to expect when we parked but Im sure glad we did. The steak and mushroom pie was soul warming. Thank you for having us! Food

Date: a year ago

Review №82

Rating: 1

We had such high hopes for this place for breakfast before the renessiance fair. Two people in our group were from Scotland and were excited for some food from the uk and my family is from England so I was also excited for the food. It took forever to come and when it did, it came to each family at a time. There were 3 total families so when last was served, the first was ready to leave. The food overall was greasy and underflavored. They tried to explain but it was too little to late, we wont be back....

Date: a year ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

Great place. The British fare tastes pretty authentic in that it is not saturated with a ton of salt. I will definitely be back and am excited to try the curry. You can even get yourself a packet of crisps!

Date: a year ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

Very much a no frills place. But the service attention to detail and quality of the food was outstanding. The place is not a 5 star by no means but the food, service and quality definitely are.

Date: a year ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Bring an appetite if you get the belly busting English breakfast. The scotch eggs were delicious. Service was warm and friendly. Good cup of joe as well

Date: a year ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

This food was OH MY GOD good. I ate way to much and still wanted to eat.

Date: a year ago

Review №87

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №88

Rating: 4

Nice British style food, cheap and cheerful. I still want to try their Belly buster breakfast.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

This was our first time going, we ate the weekend quiche. This woman knows the secret to perfect pie crusts! Staff is super friendly, and we love the vibe! Delicious home cooked English style food.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Fish and Chips !!! Like being back in good old England! This hidden gem is a must try no matter what you are craving, if you are picky or not, you will definitely find a great meal for you and leave with a happy face :)

Date: 2 years ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

Absolutely delicious! I hadnt been there in about 4 years and its better then ever! Everything was fresh and the staff and owner were so friendly! Go hungry... youre getting Texas size portions!!! Highly recommend and cant wait till Im in town again!!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Good food.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Possibly the best fish & chips I have ever had! Fish portion was HUGE! Batter light and crispy, very obviously prepared to order, fresh. Dining companions had butterflied shrimp, and a gyro. All delicious!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №94

Rating: 1

I was really looking forward to visiting here and enjoying a Sunday Roast as a taste of home despite some unfavorable reviews of late. Unfortunately my experience was also a poor one. Our waitress seemed very flustered and asked that we chose somewhere to sit as they were already very busy despite there being multiple empty tables and maybe a total of 13 people. We were served our drinks promptly but after that ignored as we came to realize that the kitchen was really struggling. A table of around 7 had people emptying their plates as new food was brought out for others, while some complained of missing items. The waitress also mentioned aloud that one party had already left without eating due to the wait. Overall a very bizarre experience that I haven t witnessed at any other establishment. We paid for our drinks and left. I would suggest that if 12 people is already stretching you too far, perhaps remove some tables for the future. Overall very disappointed and won t be retuning.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №95

Rating: 2

Previously loved this restaurant and cleared my plate every time. Pengus recently sold this cafe and unfortunately it s taken a very fast drop I ordered the Belly Bustin British Breakfast . The mushrooms were SOLID.. like hard, overcooked pellets Fried Bread was soggy and soft, eggs were overcooked. We also bought sausage rolls. Pastry was good, actual filling was like mushy, tasteless and very unpleasant. My wife ordered the Bangers and Mash, which was actually very good. The rest of the table, however, left still hungry and feeling relatively sick and disappointed after the food they received. Response to Owner: We came in on Father s Day and the waitress explained how the cafe had been sold by Pengus recently to another English man and that Pengus cooks some Sunday s. Honestly, I really loved this place and was disappointed to not only see the prices increase but the quality take a big dip. Perhaps it was an off day, and I hope it was. Wishing you all the best but unfortunately we will not be returning. Update to Owner Update: Ok, typically I d leave it but it s just a lie at this point. A brief bit of googling quickly shows that yes, the prices have increased as I previously mentioned. To name a few: Scotch Eggs: Previous: $9.00 Current: $13.50 Stuffed Crab Shells: Previous: $7.50 Current: $11.00 Fish and Chips: Previous: $12.50 Current: $14.50 Kebab: Previous: $8.50 Current: $11.50 I understand economy changes and produce price increases but just be honest about things instead of the backhanded apologies and snarky responses.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №96

Rating: 1

I had to leave a review because I am so very confused about the high rating. Everything we ordered had zero seasoning, not even salt. The first thing I grabbed were the fries because I was hungry and it had no taste, then I thought maybe they forgot to add salt but no, everything had no taste. The British breakfast was sloppy and burnt so there was that flavor, with beans that came right out of the can, Shepherd s pie was super greasy with no flavor, and the fish and chips had thick pieces of fish but only tasted like grease and the fries were a combination of thick wedges and some other coated/battered fries at the bottom that looked like leftovers. And like another review said the mashed potatoes tasted like they just poured water on dry potato flakes, nothing else. The lack of any flavor or seasoning made us wonder, perhaps the British experience is supposed to be taking the food home and seasoning it yourself? I dont know, but never again. Not worth the drive or prices, and frankly would not want the food even if it is free. We ended up trashing everything after attempting to season it. Never have we ever had such flavorless and greasy food, it s very confusing. The lady there was nice, so maybe the positive reviews are based on her. Sorry but this place wasn t it. Total waste of money. UPDATE: Response to Owners reply I know what black pudding is and I know burnt food when I see it and taste it. The black pudding was burnt like the toast you see next to it was too. Instead of being defensive with your smart comments, and blaming me for not eating my TO GO order on the spot so I could voice my opinion as you put it, keep my refund you re offering and take it to the store and invest in some seasonings.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

A refreshing break away from the usual. Staff is friendly and helpful, the cottage pie was fantastic.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №98

Rating: 3

Food was good but the were bothering us.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Run, dont walk! We had the best casual date night here. Come early because they dont stay open late. We had the Large fish and chips(its not on the menu). They also brought out complimentary Italian vegetable soup to start which was so nice to know we were getting some vegetables in addition to our fried food. They are BYOB so thats another plus for us on a casual date. They make their own Hummus in house so we tried that too in addition to the kabap which was more like a gyro wrap but also nice. Hummus could be a bigger portion but everything else was served in large portions. Get the Chips instead of the fries. Vegetarian options: Has vegetarian options Parking: Parking is ample but tricky Kid-friendliness: Is kid friendly

Date: 2 years ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

Get the sweet heat chicken tenders.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Always delicious food with a friendly atmosphere.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Charming restaurant with the MOST Delicious food! My husband loves the Scottish eggs. I love the savory spicy chicken sandwich that comes with one of kind fries, as well as the crisp chicken salad with there in house made Wasabi ranch dressing n for dessert was chocolate fudge cake (that is like a ganashe)...lets not forget about the Best service from a Delightful young woman and with majority of the people that work here are family n with head chef as the owner, with a sense of humor. Theyll always continue to keep you coming back for more, then you can eat. If you stuff yourself, they will be than happy to provide you help out to the car with care

Date: 2 years ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Great food excellent atmosphere will recommend to anyone. Went for daughters birthday and wanted nicer than the typical chain restaurants and well worth the stop.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

The food and service are both top notch. We went here for our anniversary and still keep talking about which dishes we loved the most.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

The place is rustic but gorgeous, and the simplicity of the food makes it delectable. Theres great British food to try on every visit! Another delicious discovery at Pengus s Place: Fish and Chips! The fish is very tasty and perfectly moist, while the outer layer is crisp and golden. I drizzled the fish with malt vinegar, then I found that dipping it is even better. Thanks!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

Fish and chips were great. Cool place.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Food is so good just like back home well worth the money even get proper mash potato

Date: 2 years ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

Having lived in the UK, the fish & chips were a good try, freshly cooked and attractive presentation. To get closer, if not on point, the fillets should be sliced just a bit thinner and let them come to room temperature prior to batter & fry - this sticks the coating closer to the fish and prevents it from delivering watery bites. Also, chips are closer to steak fries here, and crisp. Overall, 7/10 for the F&C, and Ill definitely be back to try out some more of my favorite Brit food not readily available here in Texas - good job folks!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №111

Rating: 3

The mashed potatoes today were instant and dry and taste like someone dumped some instant potato flakes in a bowl and poured water on them.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

Amazing food and friendly owners. My favorite dish is the steak pie. Fish and chips is delicious as well.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

Righteous food, small family owned. Not for huge parties, single wide room with Linux ( Linus Torvalds ) decor and authentic chef. Selected hours of operation Thurs+Fri+Sat P.M. BYOB

Date: 2 years ago

Review №114

Rating: 4

Interesting eatery with interesting characters. Foods not bad either. Worth a visit

Date: 2 years ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №116

Rating: 4

We were a group of 3. At the hour we went wasnt busy. We ordered sausage and gravy biscuits to share. That was absolutely yummy, I definitely enjoyed that. For my main dish I got sausage, bacon and egg burger but there wasnt a burger? But it was still good and you can never go wrong with tots. My boyfriend got the British breakfast which came with beans, fried toast, blood sausage and eggs. He enjoyed his dish. My friend for a typical breakfast eggs, sausages, bacon and instead of home fries she did the tots as well. We would definitely come back again.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Philly cheesecake was great and so were the fries. Looking forward to trying more on the menu.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Great food. Great people

Date: 2 years ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №120

Rating: 5

Friendly, family environment. Great food and fun owners!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

Food is very good! Portions are great. You dont leave hungry!! Please go and eat there. When they make their food, they make it with love and it is so good. Theyre a small place with an even bigger heart for the food that they prepare and serve. If you have ever wanted to eat, what I think is the best U.K. food without having to buy a plane ticket to go across the pond... Then, please go and eat at PANGUSES PLACE...

Date: 2 years ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

Sunday Roast is fantastic, its like going to your grandparents back home but no one telling you to eat slower. Well worth the hour drive

Date: 2 years ago

Review №123

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №124

Rating: 4

Food was good and this place had a at home feel

Date: 2 years ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

This place popped up on Google maps while the hubby and I were mapping the route to our hotel for a wedding in Magnolia. Had to be out at 11am, and I was really hungry for breakfast... a BIG breakfast! Penguss did not disappoint. The owners were very nice, and we all had a laugh because they could tell we were newbies as we could not figure out how to get into the lot!! Our server was awesome, friendly, and informative about the food.Hubby had eggs, sausage and chips (chips were perfect!), but I just HAD to have the Belly Bustin British Breakfast. A true proper English fry-up, to be sure!! Eggs were perfectly over-easy, bacon and sausage were awesome, black pudding was great (first time trying that, and Im no longer wary of it... the server said its a mindset, and hes right!), and the baked beans... omg! Ill be buying British Heinz from now on!! Who needs all that sugary stuff?! Cute place, too! We were able to name all the penguins in the picture frame above our table... LOVED Lemmy Kilmister and who we believe to be Graham Chapmans King Arthur! Wonderful place to talk to people, great service, and awesome food! Hope we get back up that way again... REAL SOON! Thank you all for a fantastic experience

Date: 2 years ago

Review №126

Rating: 1

Drove up here for some British fare. Says on google maps open but it s closed!! Disappointed.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №127

Rating: 5

friendly staff and delicious food.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

We will be back. Delicious!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

Nothing bad here I enjoy everything Ive tried

Date: 2 years ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Amazing food at a great price.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

I just had your Scotch Eggs for the first time - absolutely outstanding!! Thanks

Date: 2 years ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

Extremely friendly, I went there for the first time and got the French dip, the meat could have been little less cooked(little dry) but it was still good. Bread was pretty soft. And the tots were good golden and crispy. Other then that. Nice little place.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

Good food!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Gravy made it awesome. Went on a Sunday. Got the roast plate. Gravy on everything. So good.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

Second visit to Pengus today, first was fantastic with the steak pie dinner and wife loved the scotch eggs. Had to go back again to try their roast dinner and it certainly did not disappoint, definitely one of the best roasts I have had including the ones back in England! The portions are hearty and the prices are excellent, I literally cannot recommend this place enough for Brits and Americans, definitely my new favorite place to go eat!!!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №141

Rating: 1

Date: 3 years ago

Review №142

Rating: 4

If only they had English beer! If chef Pengus McPengus added beer to his menu, I might buy a home within walking distance. Sure, the fish and chips are good but the shepherds pie is even better, and the steak pie is superb. And it s pastry was among the best we ve ever had. Not easy to access (slow down and be patient) and service isn t fast, but WELL worth the wait. There s no better Brit food anywhere around here.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

First visit today, friendly staff and GREAT fish and chips. Cant wait to go back and check out more of the menu

Date: 3 years ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Love, love, love this place and the owners!!! Food is great (the Scotch eggs with the homemade oh God sauce are AMAZING), portions are large, owners are soooo much fun! Its absolutely worth your time to pay it a visit.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №146

Rating: 5

Western omelette was wonderful.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

Nice folks. Good food.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №148

Rating: 4

Food was great, just a small diner, very simple seating but great food!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №149

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №150

Rating: 5

This is a hidden gem that deserves more than 5 stars. We went for the first time today and the food is out of this world with portions big enough for three! The owners cook and serve the food, they are fantastic! You must try this place.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №151

Rating: 5

Great food, small place, real people, will return again.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №152

Rating: 5

Fantastic food and portions, and the prices are great! Will definitely be back, the family loved it!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №153

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

Proper back bacon, decent bangers and a smashing fry-up. Well worth the price!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Service A+ Food A+++++ its a cozy little place but the food tops anything weve had for food from over the pond.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №156

Rating: 5

This place is fantastic. Its a hidden gem, that everyone needs to know about. The chicken curry is the best that Ive had outside of Europe. Please go!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №157

Rating: 5

Great little spot for British food. The portions were huge and the price was small. We enjoyed chatting with the owners/chefs and just had an all around awesome meal. We will be back soon for breakfast as well.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №158

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

Great authentic food!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №160

Rating: 5

It s easy to miss this place when driving down 1488 but I decided to try it today after seeing all the great reviews and the fish and chips were fantastic!!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №161

Rating: 4

We had Fish n Chips and Chicken Fried Chicken. We enjoyed our meals and the portions were large. Well be back to try more of the menu.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Top shelf. The Brit knows how to cook good food and bust your belly. LoL him and him wife are cool peeps to converse as are the local customers

Date: 3 years ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

Awesome fish and chip. Friendly folks running it.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №165

Rating: 4

Good scotch eggs, good fish, service cheerful and quick. Reasonable prices. In my latest visit had the stuffed crab shells as a starter, they were great for the 2 of us. Of course I had the cod and English chips

Date: 3 years ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

Hidden Jem nice little place with truely good home food. The fish is Awsome so is the fried zucchini.. hot fresh made to order. They rock, little mom n pop shop eaten there 4 times never disappointed you feel at home

Date: 3 years ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

Don t let the outside fool you. Great food friendly service was waiting for us inside. Be adventurous and try this place out. Fish and chips were great. I want to try the huge pancake next visit.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №168

Rating: 5

Great food and service. We love that it is a husband and wife team and family owned business also.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №169

Rating: 4

Date: 3 years ago

Review №170

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №171

Rating: 5

This is my third time going here to dine in. And Ive had food to go a couple of times too. That Sunday dinner is to die for. Roast beef, pork, roast potatoes Yorkshire pudding, Great selection of veggies and delicious gravy! My son tried the belly buster breakfast. Excellent! So nice to have a great sampling of the homelands food right here on my doorstep. Ive not been disappointed each time Ive been

Date: 3 years ago

Review №172

Rating: 5

Really good food.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №173

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №174

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №175

Rating: 5

The food was amazing. Normally my husband does not eat the breading on chicken fried steak because its too thick. This time he ate the entire thing. I had the braised pork chops. They were so tender and the gravy was delicious. We will be back!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №176

Rating: 5

A taste of England! Good food, good people.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №177

Rating: 3

Food is good but not great. Only item worth the visit was cod fish.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №178

Rating: 5

Definitely gonna come by again sometime

Date: 3 years ago

Review №179

Rating: 5

Yummmmm. This is one of those hole in the wall places you want to keep secret, but cant. Very good food. Highly recommend.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

I love this place. Food is so good!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №183

Rating: 1

Updated: you dont have to go to the Atlantic for fresh fish. There were no bits with our order. I can make fresh fries that are not soaked in grease. No I did not have a great British experience. I am married into a British family and not at all a good experience. I had the fish and chips. EXTREMELY greasy fries. Some fish was crunchy, some was greasy as well. Pretty pricey for 2 pieces of fish and a very small amount of greasy fries. And Im pretty sure the fish is frozen. Not impressed.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

My steak was perfect the flavour was wonderful tender and What a pleasure. I will be going back

Date: 3 years ago

Review №185

Rating: 4

Now that s a fish! The LARGE fish and chips is not on the menu for $16+, only the regular ($12+) is on the menu. It did deliver as it was a thick cod filet. It had a good crispy beer-batter. We have mozzarella sticks for an appetizer. Didn t like that breading as much, but the marinara sauce was good. Steak and mushroom pie was tender. For my taste, it was under seasoned. For sides we had mushy peas and mashed potatoes. The peas looked fresh and lacked seasoning, again. The mashed potatoes were ok, but could ve stood a bit more salt. This place is hidden along the way, so if you re not looking for it, you might miss its humble presence. Pro-tip BYOB. Restroom is separate from restaurant. You can smoke outside. However, the odor seeps inside which was a huge turn off for me.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №186

Rating: 5

Proper British brekkie, even got the black pudding. Good food, good staff.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №187

Rating: 5

The food and service are consistently good. Husband truly enjoyed the beef curry on our last visit.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №188

Rating: 3

Date: 3 years ago

Review №189

Rating: 5

Neat little place with delicious food and helpful servers. It was practically empty when we came in but packed within the hour! Yummy Scotch eggs and delicious Fish and Chips!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №190

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

Delicious Scots Eggs!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №192

Rating: 5

I had Shepherds Pie. It was awesome. I love the vibe here. Both the wait staff and owner was super nice

Date: 3 years ago

Review №193

Rating: 5

Such a good place to enjoy a quiet meal. I had the Cottage Pie and it was so rich and flavorful with plenty of delicious cheese. One of me favorites. If you want true decadence go for the chocolate cake. One of my favorite places, Im so glad it survived toe pandemic!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №194

Rating: 5

Love this place!! They have new regulars!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №195

Rating: 5

Great little cafe. The owners, husband/wife duo are outstanding people! Delicious food.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №196

Rating: 5

Great, real English fare, not Americanized, and very reasonably priced

Date: 3 years ago

Review №197

Rating: 2

Date: 3 years ago

Review №198

Rating: 5

Unbelievably good, homemade food. They cook a lot of the things from scratch even when they don t have to. Huge portions. We are so lucky to have this place in Magnolia. Wish I d found it sooner.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

Food is superb. Will be going back. Best catfish Ive ever had.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №200

Rating: 4

Good food! Relaxing environment. Local business that is offering new flavors. Give it a try, you wont be sorry or leaving hungry :-)

Date: 3 years ago