Federal American Grill Menu (2025 Update)
Federal American Grill, located in Houston, TX, is a must-visit for burger lovers and those seeking a trendy dining experience. The menu boasts a variety of options, from brunch favorites like Chicken & Waffles to shared dinner plates like Kung Pao Calamari. The restaurant offers an array of amenities, including outdoor seating, a full bar, and even dog-friendly areas. Customer reviews rave about the impeccable service and delicious dishes, such as the perfectly seared Ahi Tuna and flavorful Butter Cake. Whether you're looking for a casual meal or a special occasion spot, Federal American Grill stands out for its diverse menu and top-notch service. Don't miss out on their Happy Hour specials and unique cocktail options when you visit this gem of a restaurant.
Brunch
Full Federal Breakfast
scrambled eggs, bacon, crme brulee french toast, breakfast potatoes
Chicken & Waffles
buttermilk waffle, buttermilk fried chicken, bacon, cinnamon icing, breakfast potatoes
Crme Brulee French Toast
bacon, breakfast potatoes, maple syrup
Bs Homemade Pancakes
4 pancakes, bacon, breakfast potatoes, maple syrup
Federal Breakfast Sandwich
creme brulee french toast sandwich, short rib, bacon, Wisconsin cheddar, scrambled eggs
Bacon, Egg, & Cheese Omelet
Bacon, mixed cheese, breakfast potatoes
Fried Cheeseburger Egg Rolls
2 seasoned akaushi beef egg rolls, sweet and spicy sauce.
Federal Fried Oysters
Chicken fried with Brussels slaw and spicy sauce.
Kung Pao Calamari
Tossed with pepperoncini's, sweet and spicy Asian sauce.
Tuna Tartare
Raw. Guacamole, onions, sriracha aioli, wontons.
Signature Jumbo Lump Crab Cake
Served with beurre blanc and sliced asparagus.
Truffle Mac and Cheese
Resistance is futile. Appetizer Portion.
Truffle Carpaccio
Filet mignon, arugula, Parmesan and black truffle vinaigrette.
Parmesan Fried Asparagus
Topped with crabmeat and house-made garlic butter.
Fontina Spinach Dip
Fontina cheese, spinach, fresno peppers, sour cream, salsa and tortilla chips.
Tuna Poke
Hawaiian style sushi grade tuna, avocado, toasted almonds, soy honey citrus sauce and wontons.
Gardener Parker's Chicken Wings
Crispy chicken wings, spicy ranch for dipping.
Tommy Lyons BBQ Bone Marrow
Pickled onions, garlic confit and red cabbage slaw.
Quesadillas
Choice of grilled seasoned chicken or philly meat, sauteed onions, peppers and jalapeno mix, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese, pico, sour cream and avocado.
Bang Bang Shrimp
Crispy, sweet and spicy shrimp, mixed greens.
Shrimp Cocktail
Horseradish and jalapeno cocktail sauce.
Beef Carpaccio Dinner
Arugula, Parmesan and truffle vinaigrette.
Dinner to Share
Dinner Appetizer Soup & Salads
Arugula Salad
Arugula, red onion, cherry tomatoes, candied pecans, goat cheese and champagne vinaigrette.
Spinach Salad
Strawberries, blueberries, apples, golden raisins, toasted almonds, feta cheese and basil vinaigrette.
Iceberg Wedge Salad
Bacon, bleu cheese crumbles, cherry tomatoes and ranch dressing.
Caesar Salad
Romaine hearts, crispy Parmesan and anchovy.
Soup of the Season
Goat Cheese Salad
Mixed greens, red onion, cherry tomatoes, toasted almonds, goat cheese crostinis and champagne vinaigrette.
Roasted Beets Salad Dinner
Arugula, toasted almonds, goat cheese and champagne vinaigrette.
Summer Spinach Salad Dinner
Baby spinach, strawberries, blueberries, golden raisins, pecans, feta and raspberry vinaigrette.
Classic Chicken Cobb Salad
Romaine, arugula, red onion, avocado, almonds, hard boiled egg, tomato, bacon, bleu cheese crumbles and champagne vinaigrette.
Pecan Crusted Chicken Salad
Romaine, tomato, bleu cheese crumbles, tortilla strips, blueberry reduction and cilantro cream dressing.
Grilled Chicken Explosion Salad
Chopped iceberg, romaine, black bean and corn relish, tortilla strips, cheddar cheese, champagne vinaigrette and spicy ranch.
Buffalo Chicken Salad
Chopped iceberg, romaine, fried chicken tossed in hot sauce, bleu cheese crumbles, bacon, pico de gallo, tortilla strips and ranch dressing.
Tenderloin Steak Salad
Arugula, red onion, cherry tomatoes, bleu cheese crumbles, balsamic reduction and champagne vinaigrette.
Cheeseburger Bowl Salad
Romaine, arugula, red onion, avocado, almonds, egg, tomato, bacon, bleu cheese crumbles, ranch, topped with burger, Wisconsin cheddar cheese and sunny egg.
Grilled Salmon Salad Dinner
Spinach, strawberries, blueberries, apples, golden raisins, toasted almonds, feta cheese and basil vinaigrette.
Asian Tuna Salad
Raw. Mixed greens, seared ahi tuna, red onions, mandarin oranges and sesame ginger dressing.
Citrus Shrimp Salad
Spinach, arugula, sauteed citrus shrimp, mandarin oranges, blueberries, bacon, hard boiled egg, goat cheese and basil vinaigrette.
Bill Withers Fried Oyster Salad
Chopped iceberg, chicken fried oysters, bleu cheese crumbles, bacon, cherry tomatoes and ranch dressing.
Gulf Shrimp Salad Dinner
Mixed greens, orange, goat cheese, grape tomato, spicy pecans, avocado, balsamic reduction, champagne vinaigrette.
Salmon Spinach Salad Dinner
Grilled salmon, baby spinach, strawberries, blueberries, golden raisins, pecans, feta and raspberry vinaigrette.
Chefs Turkey and Ham Salad Dinner
Mixed greens, chopped iceberg, ham, turkey, egg, black bean and corn relish, cheddar, cherry tomatoes, basil vinaigrette.
Dinner Salads
Dinner Burgers and Sandwiches
Federal Burger
akaushi heart brand ground beef, federal sauce, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, bacon, toasted bun
French Dip
Thinly sliced roast beef, swiss cheese, hoagie bun, with side of creamy horseradish and Guinness stout au jus.
Federal Chicken Burger
House-made ground chicken burger, arugula, tomato, Wisconsin cheddar, fried onion strings and jalapeno cheddar bun.
Classic Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
Thinly sliced Philly meat, sauteed onions, peppers, Cajun cheese sauce and hoagie bun.
Cajun Chicken Sandwich
Blackened grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato, Swiss cheese, fried onion strings, sriracha aioli and jalapeno-cheddar bun.
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Fried chicken breast tossed in wing sauce, ranch, bleu cheese crumbles, lettuce, tomato, pickles and jalapeno-cheddar bun.
House Made Turkey Burger Dinner
Turkey burger, herbs, tomato, onion, golden raisins, warm goat cheese and fresh daily bun.
Federal Chicken Sandwich
hand-breaded chicken breast, Matty Bs sauce, american cheese, pickles, toasted bun
Braised Short Rib
Bacon and mushroom risotto, sauteed spinach and bordelaise.
Baby Back Ribs
Smoky and sweet BBQ ribs, hand cut fries, cabbage slaw and butter pickles.
Chicken Fried Steak
Loaded mashed potatoes, white pepper country gravy.
Center Cut Filet Mignon
8 oz. filet, truffle mac and cheese and sauteed spinach.
Center Cut New York Strip
12 oz. strip, truffle mashed potatoes, crispy Brussels sprouts.
USDA Prime Ribeye
12 oz. ribeye, truffle mashed potatoes and mixed sauteed vegetables.
Truffle Stuffed Chicken
Herbal creamy cheese filling, Yukon mashed potatoes, broccolini and white truffle oil.
Chicken Federale
Grilled chicken breasts, cous cous with asparagus, feta and pico de gallo, avocado cilantro cream sauce.
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Grilled blackened chicken, fettuccine, broccolini and garlic toast.
Janice's Meatloaf
Akaushi wagyu heart brand ground beef, mashed potatoes, fried onion strings and bordelaise sauce.
7 oz. Hanger Steak Dinner
Topped with creamy bordelaise, sliced over bed of sauteed spinach, served with Parmesan and cheddar potato latke. Serving the finest USDA certified Angus beef.
Federals Favorite Duo
Braised short rib, bacon and mushroom risotto, truffle stuffed chicken, mashed potatoes and brussels sprouts.
Dinner Steaks, Chops, Chicken and Such
Dinner Fresh from the Sea
Grilled Salmon Entree
Crispy polenta cake, mixed sauteed vegetables, caper and golden raisin relish.
Bacon Wrapped Diver Scallops
Bacon, mushroom risotto and Cajun lobster sauce.
Thai Shrimp and Cheese Grits
Blackened citrus shrimp, manchego cheese grits, Thai citrus glaze and wontons.
Blackened Ahi Tuna Entree
Sushi grade tuna seared rare, cous cous, with asparagus, feta and pineapple pico de gallo and soy glaze.
Chilean Sea Bass
Creamed spinach and beurre blanc.
Market Catch of the Day
Blackened market fish, cold Mediterranean orzo pasta salad, topped with crabmeat and Cajun lobster sauce.
Diver Scallops Dinner
Nueske's Applewood smoked bacon with mushroom risotto.
Wild Caught Saffron Salmon Dinner
Grilled salmon served atop a creamy polenta cake, vegetable medley with saffron sauce.
Hand Cut Fries
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Mushroom and Bacon Risotto
Sauteed Spinach
Crispy Polenta
Cheese Grits
Yukon Mashed Potatoes
Mixed Seasonal Veggies
Creamed Spinach
Broccolini
Cajun Chips
Sides
Desserts
Bourbon Bread Pudding
Bourbon caramel sauce, Ghirardelli chocolate, and vanilla ice cream.
Half Baked Chocolate Chip Cookie
Served with vanilla ice cream, may become habit forming.
Carrot Cake
House-made cake with sweet cream on the side.
Butter Cake
Rich, house-made cake with sweet cream and fresh strawberries.
Double Chocolate Brownie
Ghirardelli chocolate and vanilla ice cream.
Boston Blueberry
Boston style blueberry muffin, blueberry reduction, a la mode and wicked good.
Creme Fraiche Cheesecake
Topped with blueberry compote
Hello Dolly Bars
layered coconut, chocolate, graham cracker crust served warm with vanilla ice cream.
Tres Leches
Anthentic.
Triple Chocolate Cheesecake
Bittersweet and milk chocolate cheesecake, dark chocolate crust and blueberry compote.
Gluten Free Chocolate Almond Torte
Chicken Fried Steak Brunch
2 eggs any style, breakfast potatoes, white pepper and country gravy.
Breakfast Tacos
3 bacon, sausage, egg and cheese tacos, pico de gallo, salsa, breakfast potatoes and mixed greens.
Brioche French Toast
Creme royal, blueberry compote and fruit.
Chicken and Waffle
Homemade waffle, buttermilk fried chicken, bacon, cinnamon icing and fruit.
Steak and Eggs
2 eggs any style, sliced flat iron steak, sauteed onions, peppers and jalapeno mix, breakfast potatoes and mixed greens.
Federal Brisket Burger
Ground brisket and chuck beef, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickle, bacon.
The Federal Breakfast Sandwich
Short rib, bacon, tomato, Wisconsin cheddar grilled cheese, brioche, sunny eggs and breakfast potatoes.
Chicken and Waffles Brunch
Homemade waffle, buttermilk fried chicken, bacon, cinnamon icing, fruit.
Fried Chicken and Donuts Brunch
Cinnamon glazed donuts, buttermilk fried chicken, bacon, cinnamon icing and fruit.
The Bacon Donut Breakfast Sandwich
Fried egg, bacon and cheddar cheese surrounded by a honey glazed donut.
Truffle Egg Sandwich
Fried egg, bacon, Wisconsin cheddar, tomato, arugula, truffle oil, sourdough and breakfast potatoes.
Brunch Federal Features (Archived)
Brunch Salads (Archived)
Classic Chicken Cobb Salad Brunch
Romaine, arugula, red onion, avocado, almonds, hard boiled egg, tomato, bacon, bleu cheese crumbles and champagne vinaigrette.
Pecan Crusted Chicken Salad Brunch
Romaine, tomato, bleu cheese crumbles, tortilla strips, blueberry reduction and cilantro cream dressing.
Grilled Chicken Explosion Salad Brunch
Chopped iceberg, romaine, black bean and corn relish, tortilla strips, cheddar cheese, champagne vinaigrette and spicy ranch.
Buffalo Chicken Salad Brunch
Chopped iceberg, romaine, fried chicken tossed in hot sauce, bleu cheese crumbles, bacon, pico de gallo, tortilla strips and ranch dressing.
Tenderloin Steak Salad Brunch
rugula, red onion, cherry tomatoes, bleu cheese crumbles, balsamic reduction and champagne vinaigrette.
Cheeseburger Salad Bowl Brunch
Romaine, arugula, red onion, avocado, almonds, egg, tomato, bacon, bleu cheese crumbles, ranch, topped with burger, Wisconsin cheddar & sunny egg.
Grilled Salmon Salad Brunch
Spinach, strawberries, blueberries, apples, golden raisins, toasted almonds, feta cheese and basil vinaigrette.
Bill Withers Fried Oyster Salad Brunch
Chopped iceberg, chicken fried oysters, bleu cheese crumbles, bacon, cherry tomatoes and ranch dressing.
Asian Tuna Salad Brunch
Mixed greens, seared rare ahi tuna, red onions, mandarin oranges and sesame ginger dressing.
Citrus Shrimp Salad Brunch
Spinach, arugula, sauteed citrus shrimp, mandarin oranges, bacon, hard boiled egg, goat cheese and basil vinaigrette.
Iron Man Omelette Brunch
Smoked turkey, Swiss, sauteed onions, peppers and jalapeno mix and spinach.
Western Omelette Brunch
Black Forest ham, sauteed onions, peppers and jalapeno mix and Swiss.
Bacon and Sausage Omelette Brunch
Applewood smoked bacon, sausage and mixed cheese blend.
Fritatta Omelette Brunch
Bacon, sauteed onions, peppers, jalapeno mix and mixed cheese blend.
Veggie Omelette Brunch
Spinach, sauteed onions, peppers and jalapeno mix and mushrooms.
Brunch Omelets (Archived)
Brunch to Share (Archived)
Fried Cheeseburger Egg Rolls Brunch
2 seasoned akaushi beef egg rolls, sweet and spicy sauce.
Federal Fried Oysters Brunch
Chicken fried with Brussel slaw and spicy sauce.
Buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy Brunch
Buttermilk biscuits and sausage country gravy.
Kung Pao Calamari Brunch
Tossed with pepperoncinis, sweet and spicy Asian sauce.
Blueberry and Cinnamon Pancakes Brunch
3 pancakes, blueberry compote and cinnamon icing.
Signature Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Brunch
Served with buerre blanc and sliced asparagus.
Parmesan Fried Asparagus Brunch
Topped with crabmeat and house-made garlic butter.
Fontina Spinach Dip Brunch
Fontina cheese, spinach, Fresno peppers, sour cream, salsa and tortilla chips.
Tuna Poke Brunch
Raw. Hawaiian style sushi grade tuna, avocado, toasted almonds, soy honey citrus sauce and wontons.
Chicken Wings Brunch
Crispy chicken wings and spicy ranch for dipping.
Bang Bang Shrimp Brunch
Crispy, sweet and spicy shrimp, mixed greens.
Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll Bites Brunch
Soft baked, cinnamon glaze with cream cheese frosting.
Mini Stack of Cinnamon Roll Pancakes Brunch
Topped with cinnamon icing.
Restaurant Week Brunch Menu
2-course meal of your choice. Priced per person.
Brunch Restaurant Week Menu (Archived)
Brunch Benedicts (Archived)
Braised Short Rib Benedict Brunch
Poached eggs, jalapeno cornbread and bordelaise.
Traditional Benedict Brunch
Poached eggs, Black Forest ham and hollandaise sauce.
Crab Cake Benedict Brunch
Poached eggs, jumbo lump crab cake, buerre blanc and hollandaise sauce.
Florentine Benedict Brunch
Poached eggs, sauteed spinach, tomato and hollandaise sauce.
Scottish Smoked Salmon Benedict Brunch
Poached eggs, smoked salmon and hollandaise sauce.
The Big Country Benedict Brunch
Poached eggs, buttermilk biscuits, shredded short ribs and sausage country gravy.
Smoked Turkey Benedict Brunch
Poached eggs, smoked sliced turkey and hollandaise sauce.
Restaurant Week Dinner Menu
3-course meal of your choice. Priced per person.
Dinner Restaurant Week Menu (Archived)
Dinner Fabio's Fresh Pasta (Archived)
Shrimp Fettuccini Alfredo Dinner
Shrimp served on a bed of fettuccini pasta with broccoli and Alfredo sauce.
Veal Ossobuco Ravioli Dinner
Veal ossobuco ravioli, spring peas, baby carrots and a veal demi sauce.
Pasta Primavera Dinner
Fettuccini tossed with seasonal vegetables in a pomodoro sauce with basil and Parmesan.
Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo
Grilled blackened chicken, fettuccini and broccoli.
Akaushi Wagyu Burger Dinner
Lettuce, tomato, onions, pickle, Applewood bacon and choice of cheese.
Angry Stuffed Shrimp Dinner
Crab, couscous, asparagus, feta, pico de gallo and chipotle aioli.
Chilean Sea Bass Dinner
Topped with Cajun lobster sauce and crab meat, served over creamed spinach.
Dinner Federal's Fantastic Four (Archived)
Dinner Features (Archived)
Caprese Salad Dinner
Beef steak tomatoes, fresh Buffalo mozzarella, basil and balsamic drizzle.
Cheese and Charcuterie Dinner
Cheese - Brie, goat and aged cheddar. Meat - Parma prosciutto, Genoa salami and bresaola.
Hanger Steak Dinner
Topped with creamy bordelaise, sliced over bed of sauteed spinach, served with Parmesan and cheddar potato latke.
Market Fish Dinner
Seasonal preparation of our fresh fish delivered daily.
Citrus Shrimp and Peach Salad Dinner
Arugula, spinach, eggs, goat cheese, blackberries and avocado tossed in our house-made lemon-basil vinaigrette.
Boston Blueberry Dinner
Crispy blueberry muffin, blueberry reduction and ice cream.
Seafood Fettuccine Alfredo
Seared scallops, blackened shrimp, chives, garlic bread.
Center cut Filet & Shrimp
6 oz filet, blackened shrimp, truffle Mac & cheese, panko bread crumbs.
Short Rib Mac & Cheese
Shredded braised short rib truffle Mac & cheese.
Texas Fish & Chips
Shiner Bock beer-battered fish, house made fries, tartar sauce.
Hand-Cut Fries Dinner
Crispy Brussels Sprouts Dinner
Mushroom and Bacon Risotto Dinner
Sauteed Spinach Dinner
Crispy Polenta Dinner
Side of Truffle Mac and Cheese Dinner
Cheese Grits Dinner
Yukon Mashed Potatoes Dinner
Mixed Seasonal Veggies Dinner
Side of Truffle Mac with Bacon Dinner
Creamed Spinach Dinner
Broccolini Dinner
Dinner Sides (Archived)
Lunch Restaurant Week Menu (Archived)
Restaurant Week Lunch Menu
2-course meal of your choice. Priced per person.
Tenderloin Steak Sandwich Lunch
Sliced beef tenderloin, sauteed mushrooms, roasted tomatoes, caramelized onions, cheddar cheese aioli.
Croque Monsieur Lunch
Black forest ham, Swiss and mornay sauce.
Federal Chicken Burger Lunch
Onion strings, mixed greens, tomato, cheddar cheese, cilantro ranch dressing and jalapeno cheese bun.
Cajun Chicken Sandwich Lunch
Grilled blackened chicken, lettuce, tomato, jalapeno Jack cheese, fried onion strings and Sriracha aioli.
Federal Club Sandwich Lunch
Turkey, lettuce, tomato, Applewood smoked bacon, cheddar, Swiss, Sriracha aioli, honey wheat bread, honey mustard dipping sauce.
Cheeseburger Egg Rolls Lunch
Served with a spicy ranch and kung pao dipping sauce.
Classic Philly Cheesesteak Lunch
Thinly sliced sirloin steak, sauteed onions and bell peppers, topped with Swiss cheese on a hoagie bun.
Fish and Chips Lunch
Flaky cod, battered with Shiner Bock beer, served with hand cut french fries.
Chicken Federale Lunch
organic grilled chicken breast, couscous, pico de gallo, avocado sauce
Steak Frites
flat iron steak, topped with bernaise sauce served with hand cut fries
Thai Shrimp and Grits
jumbo sauteed citrus shrimp, manchego cheese grits, thai chili citrus glaze
Candied Pecan & Grilled Chicken Salad
Grilled chicken, blue cheese, spring mix, candied pecans, golden raisins, sliced apples, hard boiled egg, and champagne vinaigrette.
Wedge & Crab Salad
Iceberg lettuce, bacon, blue cheese, tomatoes, avocado, crab salad & champagne vinaigrette.
Philly Quesadilla
Flour tortilla, seasoned Philly meat, cheddar & Monterrey jack cheese, sauted pepper-onion mix. Pico de gallo, sour cream & avocado on the side. Served with fries.
Loaded Grilled Cheese & Chicken Tortilla Soup
Buttery-toasted challah bread, gruyere cheese, applewood smoked bacon, avocado, fresh sliced tomatoes & cup of chicken tortilla soup.
Turkey Club
Thinly sliced Cajun turkey breast, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar & Swiss, fresh tomato, iceberg lettuce on sourdough with Sriracha aioli. Served with fries.