We’re Cassidy’s Mesquite Kitchen — located in the heart of downtown Houston at 930 Main Street, tunnel level — and we fire up real wood every weekday morning to serve the kind of food downtown workers talk about between meetings.
Our grill runs on mesquite. Our menu runs on variety. And our kitchen runs on the energy of downtown Houston. We don’t operate like a chain or food court vendor. We make everything in-house, from scratch, and without cutting corners.
From our breakfast menu to our salads, vegetarian options, and wood-smoked BBQ plates, our goal is simple: serve downtown food that tastes like it came from a backyard cookout — not a steam tray.
Our Morning Lineup: Built for the Downtown Rush
Every weekday, we open at 7:00 AM to start the downtown day with hot, handheld breakfast. Our most popular orders include:
- Brisket & Egg Taco – Tender, chopped brisket over scrambled eggs in a warm tortilla.
- Sausage or Bacon Breakfast Taco – Simple, fast, satisfying.
- Breakfast Plates – Eggs, potatoes, biscuit, and your choice of protein.
Our breakfast options are made to travel — but if you’ve got time, grab a seat near the counter. We keep fresh coffee ready and serve everything with a smile and speed.
Grilled, Smoked, and Mesquite-Fired
We don’t use gas grills. No flat tops. No shortcuts.
At Cassidy’s, our entire menu is anchored around real mesquite fire — the same kind you’d find in a Texas backyard barbecue. Whether you’re ordering a burger, brisket, or veggies, that wood smoke runs through everything.
Burger Options:
- Mesquite Cheeseburger on a Sheila Partin sourdough bun
- Double Patty Stack for extra heat and crisp
- Vegetarian Black Bean Burger with grilled onions and avocado
BBQ and More:
- Brisket Sandwiches – Chopped or sliced, no filler
- Chicken Plates – Choose mesquite grilled or hand-breaded
- BBQ Plates – Brisket, sausage, or chicken with fries or beans
Every cut of meat is seasoned in-house. No artificial smoke, no boil-and-serve, no frozen patties.
Most Ordered: What Houston Craves Downtown
Here’s a breakdown of what customers order most often. This isn’t guesswork — it’s based on what moves off the line fastest every day. Whether you’re a first-timer or a regular, this list is a great place to start.
| Category | Item Highlights |
|---|---|
| Chicken | Mesquite flamed grilled chicken and hand-breaded chicken with house seasoning |
| Burgers & Brisket | Mesquite flamed patties and chopped brisket on Sheila Partin sourdough buns |
| Starters | Large fresh-baked potatoes, fully loaded |
| Salads | House-made dressings with fresh-cut vegetables |
| Tex-Mex | Tacos with brisket, egg, or potato |
| Seafood | Grilled or fried fish with slaw and sauce |
| Sides | |
| – Fries: Crisp, seasoned, and cut fresh | |
| – Onion Rings: Hand-breaded daily | |
| – Sweet Potato Fries: Light, sweet crunch | |
| – Charro Beans: Bacon, peppers, onions slow-simmered | |
| – Green Beans: Sautéed with mushrooms | |
| – Side Salad: Choice of cilantro heat, Greek, ranch, or honey mustard dressing | |
| – Fresh Slaw: Shredded cabbage with creamy finish |
This lineup reflects what people eat when they’re working hard, on the go, and still looking for food with flavor and fire.
Downtown Lunch, Done Right
From 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM, we shift into full-speed lunch mode. Our lunch menu runs heavy on burgers, BBQ, and tacos — but not everything comes loaded with red meat.
If you’re watching portions or just want something lighter, we serve:
- Grilled Chicken Salad – Custom-made with avocado and your pick of dressing
- Grilled Fish Plate – Light, clean, and mesquite-kissed
- Vegetarian Tacos – Egg, potato, and grilled veggie combos
- Side Combos – Pair charro beans with a side salad for a no-meat option
Need it fast? Call ahead or order at the counter. Most orders take 5–10 minutes max.
Why Mesquite Fire Matters
We use real mesquite logs — not pellets, not liquid smoke. That kind of wood burns hot and adds natural sharpness to meat, starch, and veggies.
This matters because:
- Meat cooks cleaner and gets a better sear
- Brisket builds bark and deeper flavor
- Vegetables blister and roast instead of steam
- Bread gets light crisp at the edges
It also keeps us connected to Texas barbecue traditions. If it didn’t come off real fire, it didn’t come out of our kitchen.
Fish, Salads, and Lighter Downtown Food Options
Houston summers are long. Sometimes, even brisket lovers want a meal that feels fresh and light. That’s why we offer:
- Grilled Fish Sandwiches – Served with slaw, tomato, and house remoulade
- Fried Fish Plates – Southern-style crisp with tartar and lemon
- Fresh Salads – Add grilled chicken, brisket, or veggies
Our dressings are house-made, and our greens come fresh daily — not from a bag. Try the cilantro-heat dressing if you like spice.
Not Just a Side Option: Our Vegetarian Food Holds Its Own
You don’t need to eat meat to eat well at Cassidy’s. Our vegetarian menu includes real, filling options that don’t feel like an afterthought.
- Black Bean Burger – Grilled, not microwaved
- Grilled Veggie Wrap – Zucchini, onions, peppers, mushrooms
- Vegetarian Plate – Beans, greens, seasoned potatoes, fresh slaw
We prep these items every morning, just like the meat dishes — no crossovers, no substitutes.
How to Find Us: Tunnels, Street Level, or Directions Here
We’re located inside 930 Main Street in the tunnel level, right at this spot. Most of our customers come through the tunnels, but we’re also accessible from the street lobby.
Here’s how people usually find us:
- From the Chase Tower tunnel entrance
- Via the 930 Main elevators
- By walking in off Main and heading down one level
No matter how you reach us, you’ll smell mesquite and see the line before you see our sign. That’s how you know you’re close.
What Makes Downtown Food Work at Cassidy’s
Downtown Houston is built for speed. You’ve got meetings, parking clocks, and tight windows. We designed our service to move fast without sacrificing the reason you came.
Every day we:
- Pre-smoke brisket for fast slicing
- Prep veggies and sides fresh by 9:00 AM
- Hand-form burger patties daily
- Load mesquite logs by the hour
Whether you’re grabbing three breakfast tacos, a loaded BBQ plate, or a vegetarian wrap, you’ll get food made with focus and care — from a real fire grill, inside a busy tunnel.
This is downtown food, built the right way.
