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Caracol

4.2 (1.5k reviews)
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Outdoor seating
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Fresh oysters & scallop shooters
Tamieka B.

We always frequent this location in the galleria for our Sunday brunch rotation. I like that options are always seasonal, so they add or switch dishes out based on what's in season. They have plenty of outdoor/indoor seating and are perfect for groups. There is something for everyone:salad, fresh seafood, chicken, pork, soup, tamales, desserts. Service is always attentive and efficient. Just slide your plates to the edge of the table when your ready for another round and they make sure to pick them up and replace your silverware. Be sure to stop by for their amazing Sunday Brunch Buffet. Enter freely, they've been approved

Hugo Rita
Naomi H.

Best happy hour in town! Check everything I got on a Friday happy hour 3-6:30pm Service is excellent, very single item was delicious and on point! This place always makes me want to go to oaxaca!! I recommend the Zacahuil is like a tamal but with mushroom and it's on a banana leaf that gives the tamale a soft and moist finish.

Papas Martajadas
Courtney R.

Overall a good experience, really great service but just okay food. Cute spot and walkable to the galleria Saturday happy hour is a great addition but if you order off the normal menu, you'll get chips and salsa.

Brunch buffet
Saavi S.

The brunch buffet here is HANDSDOWN a banger. Although it is on the pricier side, you are definitely getting your moneys worth with the food. You get unlimited oysters, lamb chops, ceviche, and just so many more meat and seafood options. Let's also not forget about the unlimited guac they have on deck. The food doesn't taste like it's been sitting out for awhile like how typical buffets do. It tastes as if just fresh and made for individual tables. The flavors are amazing, and taste authentic. The dessert table just left me lost for what I should try. My favorite thing was the creme brulee and tres leches. Service was amazing there was always someone there to clear the tables and check in on us to make sure we have everything we need. Already planning my next trip back on a Sunday.

Oysters and scallops
Jillian C.

Loved the breakfast buffet. Unlimited oysters? Ceviche for days? Loved it! Service is amazing. The second i finished a plate it was gone. Everyone was very professional. Classy sea vibes. Really feel this is a great place to have a fun dressed up brunch.

Mariscos Al Ajillo. (Seafood sampler),  crab, shrimp, scallops, lobster, everything!
Walter R.

Amazing food, excellent service, and inviting bright modern decor. I can't believe it took me so long to finally eat here. I have been to all of Chef Hugo's properties over the years, and it's always excellent. The margaritas are insanely good, and every plate of food was beautiful and exciting. There are so many items on the menu, I would have to come here 20 more times to try all of it! Anyway, yes I have to come back, because there are so many plates I want to try.

Tekoah J.

Stopped in for a nightcap & a lil snack! I tried their oysters which were good, a lil small but very tasty! I also need some hot sauce & some crackers or bread but I worked it out!

CEVICHE DE CARACOL
Jennifer N.

During my process in hunting a place down to host a work dinner event, I landed on Caracol with their unique coastal Mexican charm. It's in the Post Oak area and their valet is complementary, which is super nice. We arrive during lunch and we loved how everything was so bright in the restaurant, and our server was such a gem! She did such a great job, introducing the menu to us, recommending us dishes, and just a kind person in general! I only remembered to take a photo of one of the appetizers, but we ended up doing their two for 30 appetizer and each ordered an entrée which was more than enough food! The two appetizers we ordered was the tuna tostada and the ceviche. The tuna tostada was definitely a smaller portion than I was expecting. It was only three tiny tostada chips. However, it was phenomenal and the same can be said about the ceviche! This place is definitely a bit upscale so I guess you're paying more for the quality than the quantity. For my entrée, I chose to get the fried fish tacos, which had such an amazing coleslaw in it and was very crispy! Overall, it was such a great lunch and the service was amazing. We are very excited to host a dinner event there soon as well!

Chicharron Calamari ... 5/5.  Tiradito... very very good. Soft in acidity and creamy sauce! 5/5
Johanna A.

Extraordinary plates, well designed, executed perfectly. Extraordinary service and beautiful layout which you want to be there all day.

Tamal
Sandra K.

Came here for Houston Restaurant Weeks because it's always a win. Drinks were solid both alcoholic and non alcoholic. They always get this right. Service was top notch. Parking was in the garage behind and validated for free. Yay for a covered spot in this heat. Place is beautiful and the ambiance was on point per usual. The appetizers were all great. The potato taquitos were amazing. The squash soup was good too. Brisket enchiladas were tasty. The arrachera made me sad. It had this weird smoky burnt flavor like they had added smoke flavor on top of it. It was too much like it was too close to the burning wood as it was being cooked. My friend didn't even finish her meat and when she told the guy why, they comped it which was a really nice gesture. Passion fruit flan was delicious too. Overall a great meal and place and it wasn't crazy loud.

Christina M.

We had the most amazing meal and service here 9 years ago, and I still remember it and realized I never reviewed it! Happy to see they are still open, I would definitely check it out again when we come back to Houston!

From my table.
Sarah E.

Excellent service, great atmosphere, Delicious guacamole and fresh seafood. There's valet and self parking garage right above the restaurant, which the restaurant validates.

El Coco
Shannon A.

Fresh seafood, wonderful service, another great restaurant from the Hugo's group. Duck with mole was DELICIOUS, would go back for that alone. The ceviche and tostadas were lovely. My least favorite dessert menu I've seen from this group so far, but that doesn't take away from how delicious the food is. There is a parking garage to park in around the corner and they validate parking inside the restaurant.

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Do they have a dress code?

People in our party wore mostly business casual, though some wore jeans and T shirts. We sat outside and no one felt out of place.

Can I bring my own wine?

No.

Do they serve oysters for Sunday brunch?

YES, they do!!

When is their happy hour?

3pm to 7pm everyday. The prices and specials are on the website www.caracol.net/menu/#happy-hour

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