Hoop and Barrel — Restaurant in Midland

We went for brunch and it was awful. Our waitress was an absolute sweetheart and we could tell she was stressed at all of the issues going on. I ordered 12 oz ny strip (medium well) and eggs (which the menu said came with breakfast potatoes and fruit). My friend ordered the crab cake Benedict. The food took a long time to out and when it did, I received a salad size plate with scrambled eggs and completely chopped up pieces of steak that was burned on the outside and was purple/red on the inside. (My friend didn't receive her food. ) when our waitress returned I asked about the potatoes and fruit that were supposed to come with the meal and she looked confused. I showed her the menu and she went to check. When she came back and said they would be out soon I told her about the steak and we asked about my friends meal. I ate my eggs and another 15-20 minutes went by. She came back with my breakfast potatoes which were just frozen hashbrown patties like from McDonald's, and the fruit was a few blueberries and 2 small strawberries. My friend still didn't get her food. After another 15 minutes the waitress brought us out complementary bagels with cream cheese and said my friends meal was still a few minutes out. (No one around us had food... they had been there as long as us.) Finally, my friend received her crab cakes that were severely overcooked and were mostly crumbling bread. She later brought my steak back out but it still wasn't cooked. I only has to pay for my drink but the food and experience was so bad. We were there 2 hours and both...

This restaurant is decorated very well and has a nice atmosphere. We had a reservation for 12. We arrived at noon and ordered drinks fairly soon after. Everyone didn't have their drinks until almost 12:40. The drinks were pretty and they tasted good. However, we waited almost an hour for food. We thought they were waiting to bring the food out until everyone's was done, but One of us got our food twenty minutes before everyone else. Then only half the table got their food (all of which was cold. Yes, it is supposed to be warm food). We had no silverware, and when we asked for some (because not all of it was finger food), they told us they needed to roll more. We waited as one of there servers sat at the bar and preparing silverware roles instead of just handing us the silverware so we could eat the food that had already taken an hour to get to us. When the second half of the table got their food, some of it was missing and a few of the orders were incorrect. (We did get a free plate of food when they accidentally made an extra I under that we had a large table and that there was a second large table that arrived before us, but it was a very disappointing experience. Everything is decorated nicely. The drinks taste good and the food LOOKS pretty. I can't speak for how it tastes because it was cold and cold breakfast food is not something I enjoy. The staff was friendly and the young man behind the bar of was kind enough to take a photo of the group for us. However, It feels like a place that cares more about...

If you’re looking for a cozy yet modern spot to unwind with fantastic food, a killer drink, and an all-around great vibe, Hoop and Barrel is an absolute must-visit! From the moment I stepped inside, I was greeted by an artsy, minimalist atmosphere that still felt warm and inviting—it’s like the perfect blend of chic and cozy. You almost feel like you’re in a cool art gallery, but with amazing food and drinks to match!

Speaking of drinks, I sipped on a glass of Klinker Brick Cabernet Sauvignon, and wow! It had this rich, full-bodied flavor that was the perfect mix of dark fruit and a hint of spice, with just the right amount of smooth tannins. It was bold and flavorful, but not overpowering, and it made every bite of food even better!

And let’s talk about the food—brunch steak and eggs that will absolutely make your taste buds do a happy dance! The steak? Perfection. So juicy, perfectly seasoned, and cooked just right. Jocelyn’s recommendation was spot on, the wine and steak paired beautifully together. Seriously, I don’t think I’ve had a steak this good in forever. Did I mention how good the steak was? Because it was REALLY good.

Whether you’re stopping by for brunch or looking to wind down after a long day, Hoop and Barrel has everything you need for a relaxed, delicious time. The bar staff is super friendly and made me feel right at home. So if you’re in the area, go check them out—you’ll leave with a full belly, a smile on your face, and probably a new favorite...