Goodson's Cafe – American
Goodson's Cafe invites guests into a world of golden-hued comfort, where the irresistible aroma of hand-breaded zucchini and snap-crisp fried green tomatoes fills the air with nostalgic warmth. This neighborhood gem balances its indulgent, deep-fried treasures with a vibrant array of garden-fresh salads, offering a symphony of textures that ranges from the satisfying crunch of a savory mixed basket to the cool, refreshing bite of a sunshine-filled bowl.
27931, Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX, 77375 +12813511749 https://goodsonscafe.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Goodson's Cafe
Dairy-Free at Goodson's Cafe
Goodson's Cafe in Tomball has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baked Squash, French Fries and Vegetable of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Goodson's Cafe
Goodson's Cafe in Tomball has 5 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baked Squash, Shrimp Partners and Vegetable of the Day. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Goodson's Cafe
Goodson's Cafe in Tomball has 31 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baked Squash, Fried Mushrooms and Shrimp Alfredo. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Goodson's Cafe
Goodson's Cafe in Tomball has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chef Salad, Chicken Fried Chicken and Pork Ribeye. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Goodson's Cafe
Goodson's Cafe in Tomball has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Pork Ribeye. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Goodson's Cafe
Goodson's Cafe in Tomball has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Ella's Pot Roast, Texas Twisted Margarita and Pork Ribeye. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Goodson's Cafe
Goodson's Cafe in Tomball has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Goodson's Cafe
Goodson's Cafe in Tomball has 8 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Four Vegetable Plate and Kernel Corn. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Goodson's Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Club Sandwich | 49.1 g | 57.3 g |
| Chicken Tender Salad | 124.6 g | 49 g |
| Sunshine Salad | 114 g | 36 g |
| Dinner Salad | 20.9 g | 33.8 g |
| Chef Salad | 9 g | 31.7 g |
| Cobb Salad | 43.9 g | 28.2 g |
| Shrimp Partners | 0 g | 21.4 g |
| Pork Ribeye | 0 g | 21.1 g |
| Lemon Meringue Pie | 69.7 g | 19.7 g |
| Chicken Fried Chicken | 7 g | 18.1 g |
| Tender Pork Chops | 0 g | 17.1 g |
| Fried Green Tomatoes | 9 g | 16.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Mixed Basket - $6.99: Fried mushrooms, okra, fried cheese, and onion rings. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Cheese - $6.99: Lightly breaded fried mozzarella sticks with a side of marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $4.99: A basket of thick homemade breaded rings. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Mushrooms - $6.49: Hand-breaded fresh mushrooms served with a side of ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Breaded Zucchini - $5.99: Lightly breaded fresh zucchini sticks with ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Green Tomatoes - $6.49: Deep south hand-breaded green tomatoes with ranch dressing. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Cobb Salad - $12.99: Grilled chicken, green onion, bacon, blue cheese crumbles, chopped egg, avocado, tomato over a fresh salad. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tender Salad - $12.99: Diced breaded tenders served on a fresh salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, green onion, and cheddar cheese. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sunshine Salad - $12.99: Mixed greens, mandarin oranges, dried cranberries, cucumber, tomato, green onion, grilled chicken breast, and cheddar. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chef Salad - $12.99: Fresh salad with smoked turkey, sliced ham, cheddar and Monterey jack, chopped eggs, cucumbers, green onions, tomatoes, your choice of dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Chicken Fried Steak (Small) - $14.99: Served with your choice of two sides, homemade cream gravy, and Goodson's famous yeast rolls. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Steak (Large) - $17.99: Served with your choice of two sides, homemade cream gravy, and Goodson's famous yeast rolls. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Fried Chicken - $14.99: Boneless batter-fried breast of chicken. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tenders - $14.99: A platter of fresh breaded tenders with a side of honey mustard dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kickers - $14.99: Hand-breaded chicken tenders rolled in our hot & spicy wing sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mom's Meatloaf - $14.99: Homemade with onion, celery, bell pepper & tomato. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken N' Dumplings - $13.99: Homemade scratch cooking from an old family recipe. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tender Pork Chops - $14.99: Two 6 oz center cut charbroiled pork chops. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tropicana - $13.99: Teriyaki marinated breast with grilled pineapples. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smothered Chicken - $15.99: A grilled chicken breast smothered with sauteed mushrooms and onions topped with melted Monterey jack. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ella's Pot Roast - $15.99: Slow-cooked with stewed vegetables for a full rich flavor. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Alfredo - $15.99: Spicy shrimp and linguini pasta tossed in creamy Alfredo sauce. Served with choice of one side order. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Chicken Alfredo - $14.99: Linguini pasta with blackened chicken breast and Alfredo sauce. Served with choice of one side order. Available at: dinner, lunch
Steaks & Seafood
- Chopped Steak - $14.99: 10 oz chopped sirloin with grilled onions, grated cheese, and tomato. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach
- Smothered Steak - $15.99: 10 oz chopped sirloin smothered with mushrooms & onions and melted Monterey jack.
- Pork Ribeye - $14.99: 8 oz boneless pork ribeye chop charbroiled with herbed garlic butter. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC
- Top Sirloin (6 oz Cowgirl) - $15.99: Tender lean beef seared over open flames.
- Top Sirloin (10 oz Cowboy Cut) - $19.99: Tender lean beef seared over open flames.
- Ribeye Special - $19.99: Full rich flavor in this tender 10 oz steak.
- Fried Catfish Fillets - $14.99: Two hand-breaded fillets rolled in cornmeal batter. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Lemon Pepper Catfish - $14.99: Two catfish fillets sauteed with lemon pepper spices. Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline
- Blackened Catfish - $14.99: Two catfish fillets dusted with cajun spices and cooked over high heat. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Golden Shrimp Dinner - $15.99: Sweet and tender butterflied shrimp. Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian
- Combination Platter - $16.99: A plentiful mix of catfish and butterflied shrimp. Dietary tags: Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free
Sandwiches & Burgers
- Double Bacon Cheeseburger - $14.99: Ground beef, bacon, American and Swiss cheese, mustard, grilled onions, tomatoes, and lettuce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hamburger - $10.99: Mustard, onions, pickles, tomatoes, and lettuce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheeseburger - $11.49: Mustard, onions, pickles, tomatoes, and lettuce with cheese. Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Burger - $12.99: Bacon, cheese, hickory sauce, onions, pickles, tomato, and lettuce. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Burger - $12.99: Sauteed mushrooms and onions, Swiss cheese, tomato, lettuce, and mayonnaise. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Sandwich - $11.99: Marinated boneless breast on a multi-grain bun with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and hickory sauce or ranch dressing. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kicken' Chicken Sandwich - $12.99: Boneless fried breast dipped in spicy wing sauce with lettuce, tomato, and a side of ranch. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pot Roast Sandwich - $12.99: Slow-cooked roast on a hoagie bun with mayonnaise, grilled onions, bell peppers, and jack cheese. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Club Sandwich - $11.99: A triple-decker with smoked turkey, ham, two cheeses, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise on whole wheat bread. Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Green Beans - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackeye Peas - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baked Squash - $2.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mash Potatoes - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cole Slaw - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kernel Corn - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Okra - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Macaroni & Cheese - $2.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable of the Day - $2.99 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Four Vegetable Plate - $11.49: Combine your favorite four sides. Served with homemade yeast rolls. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dinner Salad - $4.29 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Partners - $5.99: Seven shrimp, fried or garlic sauteed. Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Lemon Meringue Pie - $5.49: Refreshing lemon zest with a light meringue top. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Banana Pudding - $5.49: Thick & Creamy, fresh Bananas, Vanilla Wafers topped with whipped Cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Coconut Meringue Pie - $5.49: Meringue topping and toasted Coconut flakes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Chocolate Meringue Pie - $5.49: Classic rich Chocolate Pie with meringue topping. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Peach Cobbler a la Mode - $5.49: Homemade Peach Cobbler topped with Vanilla Ice Cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ice Cream - $2.99: Vanilla, Chocolate, or Strawberry. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Skinny Margarita: Organic Agave Nectar, fresh Lime juice, Grand Gala orange liqueur, Cuervo Gold.
- Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita: Fresh Cucumber, bits of fresh jalapeno, fresh Lime juices.
- Texas Meltdown Margarita: Frozen classic Rita topped with Grand Gala. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Texas Twisted Margarita: Frozen Rita swirled with blended strawberries. Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Goodson's Cafe
- Is Goodson's Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Goodson's Cafe has 12 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Baked Squash, French Fries and Vegetable of the Day.
- What can I eat at Goodson's Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Baked Squash, French Fries and Vegetable of the Day carry the dairy-free tag, out of 12 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Goodson's Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 8 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including French Fries and Four Vegetable Plate.
- Is Goodson's Cafe gluten-free?
- 5 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Goodson's Cafe?
- Club Sandwich, at roughly 57.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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