Sorry Natalie -
Although I did enjoy the top secret pimiento cheese spread, and of course the company, I thought that my overall experience was only mediocre for the price... I'd been to J. Alexander's before - I think to one of their Michigan locations. It didn't make a huge impression then, and it didn't this time either. I think Houston's food, service, and atmosphere actually blow this place away.
Our server was Justin and he did an ok job. I went with the cobb salad and ordered a side of their butternut squash for the table to share. Salad was decent and squash was tasty. Maybe the way to go is to sit at the bar (or so Natalie says). I don't see returning anytime soon, but I would if someone twisted my arm. Although the food was decent, I'd rather spend my time and money elsewhere! Just meh, mediocre, average, etc...