Gas Monkey Icehouse — Restaurant in The Colony

I literally feel really bad for Richard, he spent a ton of money building an incredible venue and brand for it to be run like a play house for the staff.

I've been a fan for years, enter every giveaway or drawing. I have almost every item including T-shirts and hoodies off the website. Even bought the bags of gear down to the flashlights and air fresheners. I follow the show and I get alerts on Facebook and YouTube if Richard makes a post.

But to walk in full of excitement for the first time and experience pure disappointment in his staff and food was a shock.

Im not sure if its a planned business model and its supposed to be serve yourself picnic style. But I've never seen wait staff purposly hanging out at the end of a bar or at the hostess stand talking and not checking on guests.

There were 6 to 8 employees continously gathered up talking the entire hour we were there. We had to get up from our table 3 times to ask for service, silverware, hot sauce, and finally the check.

We didn't know the empty jar on the tables were supposed to be full of silverware, we were the fist to sit there this morning. My wife went to the front of the restaurant and filled the jar hersekf and returned to the table.

The kitchen runner dropped our food off, and left us there with nothing to eat with. Turns out all the jars on the tables were empty it was not just us.

Our server took our food and drink order, and never saw him again until we had to go find him for the check.

He asked for a tip and handed me a small card scanner and we did leave one but I hope it goes to the kitchen runner, he's the only one that did his job.

As for the bar, it was disgusting. I also ordered a bloody Mary, but after watching the bartender continually with her hands in her hair flipping it around and eating giant black bowl of food she was hoarking down and hiding behind the bar, I didn't want to drink it or order another. She was nasty.

We ordered the eggs, scrambled with crispy bacon. And the 2 tacos with bacon. The eggs were cooked well past hard and were browned with the bacon soft, greasy, and floppy. Im not sure the waiter either knew what crispy bacon is or really didn't care.

All the staff walked around this morning like they were out for a stroll in the park.

But, hey its our first trip there and the experience may be spot on by design. Though waiting on ourselves and asking for help its not our idea of a restaurant experience we want to pay for.

I highly suggest going to Ihop, or Waffle house if you want a better breakfast and experience.

I wanted to order a pizza to go but the staff was all up front talking and we left. The experience was tedious, and we felt unwelcome then entire time as if we were in the way or bothering them.

Afterwards I was reflecting if it was supposed to be like a Fuzzys Taco shop and we actually were imposing on the staff and we expected too much.

Its definitely our kind of place, but Its just the kind of experience we were looking...

Restaurant Review: Gas Monkey Icehouse at Grandscape – The Colony’s Wild New Spot

If you’re craving bold flavors, a loud-and-proud atmosphere, and a dining experience revved up with automotive flair, look no further than Gas Monkey Icehouse in Grandscape at The Colony. Recently opened by Richard Rawlings—the high-octane personality behind Gas Monkey Garage—this new concept delivers exactly what you’d expect from a reality TV star known for muscle cars and Texas-sized personality: big food, big vibes, and big fun.

Atmosphere

Even on a Monday night, the vibe was unmistakably Gas Monkey. With fewer crowds than a weekend rush, I had a chance to really soak in the surroundings. The two-story indoor seating is decked out with automotive memorabilia, industrial touches, and neon signage that feels straight out of a rock ‘n’ roll garage. The outdoor patio is expansive—perfect for Texas evenings—and I’m told they often host live music on weekends, which would definitely crank the energy up a notch.

Food & Drinks

Gas Monkey’s menu is unapologetically indulgent with a few nods to the health-conscious. I went the handheld route, starting with the Smash’d Burger, a juicy, griddled classic layered with steakhouse bacon that made every bite count. For variety, I also tried the Hot Honey Crispy Chicken Sandwich, which balanced sweet heat with a satisfying crunch—definitely a highlight.

There’s no shortage of shareables, and if you’re going with a group, it’s hard to go wrong. The Fried Pickle Wedges were crispy without being greasy, and the Flying Monkey Wings had great flavor. The Beer Battered Chicken Tenders are ideal for picky eaters or anyone nostalgic for bar food done right. And the Chicken Nachos? Loaded, cheesy, and exactly what they should be.

The gourmet pizzas looked tempting as they passed by my table—thin crust, creative toppings, and sized to share or hog, depending on your appetite. On the lighter side, I saw diners enjoying the Yardbird Caesar and the Icehouse Cobb Salad, which add a little green to an otherwise decadent spread. The Green Chicken Chili is a standout option if you want something warm and hearty without diving into fried territory.

Final Thoughts

Gas Monkey Icehouse is exactly what you’d expect from Richard Rawlings: a lively, no-rules hangout where comfort food and car culture collide. Whether you’re coming for the burgers, the brisket grilled cheese, or just to chill on the patio with a cold one, this place delivers a unique spin on Texas hospitality with just enough edge to keep it interesting.

If you’re in The Colony and want a fun, flavorful night out—especially with friends or family—put this place in drive and roll on in.

Rating: 4.5/5 Stars 🔥 Must-Try: Smash’d Burger, Hot Honey Crispy Chicken, Fried Pickle Wedges 🎸 Best Time to Go: Weekend nights for live music and full energy 🚗 Vibe: Rock ‘n’ roll garage meets...

Came here for Father’s Day and I understand it’s busy as I’ve been a restaurant GM for years and I hardly ever write reviews, but I felt it necessary. It started when I called to see if they took call ahead and I was told no but if I called back 10 minutes before our arrival they would go ahead and add me to the waitlist, we waited in the lot for about 20 minutes and I walked in just to make sure they didn’t need my number or anything cause I didn’t hear the hostess calling out names the hostess then informed me that that was a miscommunication and I should’ve never been told that and they never put my name down so at this point it was about 30 minutes wasted when the wait was 45 minutes. After that, my family of seven waited for roughly 45 minutes from that time I spoke to her in person. We finally got in and we’re told that we had the table for two which I told the young lady seven so I was confused then we have a newborn baby and I told her we had a baby and they tried to seat us at a high top which my baby would then be at my kneecaps in his stroller then they moved us outside after I asked, took about 15 minutes to get a server then another server came to the table. Nobody knew who was taking the table then we ordered drinks half the drinks didn’t arrive also the drinks we’re missing all the garnishes! My Mojito didn’t even have lime in it bloody Mary had no olives lime nothing. The food was decent. It just seemed like they failed on every aspect of the dining experience we spent roughly $300 for Father’s Day and to have to walk up to the bar to get garnishes and drinks corrected and refills. I just feel like...