Standard Service

Tonight we were finally able to try the new Standard Service in Heath. Because it’s a new location and has significant changes from the previous location, I decided to take some photos and document my experience for you.

It’s been no secret locally that the new Standard Service in Heath is a big hit. Since opening, the restaurant and event space has been on a perpetual wait, which is why it’s taken this long for us to get out there and try it out.

Our visit was on a Tuesday at 6:30pm, and even then there was a 30 minute wait for a table for 4 inside. We decided it was worth the wait, and ended up waiting about 25 minutes before being sat.

Now before I talk about the inside, let’s talk about the outside.

Standard Service Heath is extremely unique compared to other area restaurants. There are three major outdoor areas, one with a fire pit, rocking chairs, corn hole and jumbo connect four. Another with two pickle ball courts. And a massive third area that has yard games and is obviously an outdoor concert venue. A huge LCD screen on the stage was playing sports but could obviously be used as a band backdrop. Cool!

We were text when our table was ready (smooth choice) and sat in the new dining room. This new location is much, much larger than the old one, and has a combination of high top tables, booths, normal tables and covered patio space.

The kids menu (see first comment) set the tone: this is not a cheap spot. I wouldn’t expect it to be, this is a place that prides itself on very high quality ingredients and service, and is the middle of the 6th wealthiest county in Texas (Out of 254!)

Service was great (should I say it was standard? lol) and we were quickly attended to. Ice Tea was dark, well brewed and quickly refilled.

For an appetizer we tried the BBQ Chicken Nachos, which are interesting because they use thick kettle cooked potato chips instead of tortilla chips. I would have liked a little more chicken but the flavor was awesome. I loved the purple pickled onions.

A note here, even before our appetizer came, they rushed out our 5 year olds burger. That’s a HUGE PLUS for you parents out there as we know idle hands are a challenge at the table!

Ashley ordered the salmon. She reported it was “Pretty Good” but “Not as Good as Zanatas”. I had a bite, and it was definitely better than what you typically get, but I agreed that I preferred zanatas a little more.

I ordered the 14oz New York Strip. It comes with “loaded mashed potatoes” and asparagus. The potatoes were covered in chives, bacon, cheese and sour cream. The potatoes themselves were especially fresh, you could taste the difference and the consistently was thick and smooth.

The steak was superb. A strip is not my favorite cut (next time I will try the filet) but came out a perfect medium as ordered. Char on the outside, soft and juicy on the inside, exploding with flavor. Thankfully the waiter did not ask me to “cut into the steak” or offer me A1 or Heinz57. Thank goodness, if you offer me steak sauce your steak sucks, lol.

As we ate service continued to be very good. The owner Elias came over and introduced himself (ahh! We were spotted! Haha) and after he spoke with us two other tables adjacent to us revealed they knew we were from Rockwallian (always watching!)

Speaking with Elias it was obvious the time and passion he had for the place. He explained how his own children played a role in the design and thought process, that it was super important to them that Standard Service be a place that was adult friendly and kid friendly alike. The grander vision is for it to be a bit of a community hub with concerts and activities and more. Wow, what an upgrade.

Overall I left feeling very good about the visit, experience and food. This is the kind of “locally owned and operated” spot that makes Rockwall County such a special place. Heath should be proud, and I’m sure they are, this is a true gem.

Good luck getting a seat.

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Wow a must see something for everyone in the family. Truly fun time

I'm so excited to be a part of this establishment. It is the most upbeat , the most team management place I've ever worked . From the very first time you walk in there's lots of smiles and appreciation shown that you are there . There hasn't been one person that has shown any kind of annoyance of questions I might asked 10 times , which that's amazing itself. They truly care about the customers and appreciate each person that it takes to make that customer happy . The good is fabulous and each entree comes out beautiful. They take great pride in the way it's presented . So as you can tell I'm astatic to be a part of the team . Thank you Standard Service . Oh yes and there's a lot of different entertainment for everyone . Plus they have a awesome bar . So come see us we would love for u to dine with us .