me & the Yelp crew step inside for a spell after our Gathering at the rustic for the celebration of Scorpio born days, I enjoyed the lavender drink. Thanks for my sweet, dearest friend Keandra. Duchess is a well dim lit decor, locate in uptown with friendly crew members. I love the archways on the booth seatings, very classical. I definitely would like to come back and try to brunch read more

Duchess - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

This is a restaurant that's definitely more for the aesthetics rather than the food. Came here to celebrate a birthday, and it was perfect for the ambiance and aesthetic. It's located in Uptown Park, so parking is plentiful! It wasn't too busy when we came during brunch time too. While it was nice to have a celebration here, I wouldn't come back because the food did not stand out to me or seem worth the price point to me. read more

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Checked out Duchess Friday night at 7pm and honestly, I was shocked it wasn't packed but I'm not complaining because it made the night super chill. The vibe inside is dim and moody but really pretty, perfect for date night or just hanging with friends. Drinks were a hit. My husband and brother were living for their cocktails (the mezcal ones especially). Duchess definitely knows how to do a good drink. Food wise, we ordered a nice mix of things to share. The Brussels sprouts were crispy and addictive, the skewers were flavorful, and the burger with fries was classic comfort food done right. The pasta with braised beef was hearty and rich, and the bread pudding with ice cream and chocolate sauce was warm, sweet, and indulgent. We also tried the cheese plate and the Caesar salad, which were both solid starters -- fresh, well done, and a good way to kick off the meal. Service was friendly, food came out at a nice pace, and overall it felt like one of those places you can relax, sip something strong, and know you're in for a good meal. Definitely a hidden gem vibe. read more

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My friends and I had a little gathering at the Rustic and decided to walk over to Duchess for a little night cap. We rolled in on a Saturday with 12 people and were able to get seated right away at a long table. For a weekend night, it was pretty slow in there. Not sure if it's always like that, but I'll chalk it up to the bad weather. Inside it is very visually appealing. The lighting, the furniture and the color schemes were very sexy. Though it was slow, the music was turned up without being overbearing. Service was great from start to finish. Our waiter knew the menu very well and gave great recommendations. They serve food, but I think cocktails are their specialty. Most of us got cocktails and we got quite a few appetizers and snacks around the table. For my drink, I wanted something light and refreshing and lo and behold, they have a section for that. The Femme Fatale was suggested to me so I went with that. I like drinks with egg white in it because it has a nice, silky mouth feel to it This had that, along with vodka, brandy, lemon and grenadine. When it was presented to me at the table, they sprayed what looked like some fancy perfume over it. I like when places put some thought into presentation. The drink was delicious. I watched as all my people got their drinks and everything looked so nice. No complaints from anyone as far as taste goes. I wanted a little something to snack on so I got the Chef's Fries. It was fries but elevated with truffle oil and fresh grated parmesan. Those fries were some of the better fries I've had in awhile. We almost ordered another round. Overall, Duchess was a pretty cool spot that I can see myself coming back to. I do think they are a bit overpriced for what I got, but it is on par for the area. read more

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Went here on a Saturday night and was surprised that the place was pretty empty. Our group was large, and the service was excellent. I didn't have any drinks myself, but everyone in my party said theirs were really good. The atmosphere was nice, not too loud or too quiet, even though it wasn't very busy. The food came out quickly, and everything tasted great. I'll definitely be back to try a full dinner or check out their happy hour to see if it earns that fifth star next time! read more

Duchess - Flash Fried Brussels - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

Went to Duchess for dinner and unfortunately had a pretty bad experience. The place looked nice and the staff was friendly, but we found a fly in my friend's food, which completely ruined the meal. The server apologized and took it back and comped the dish but it definitely killed our appetite. For a restaurant with such nice ambiance and higher prices, we expected much better quality control. Maybe it was just bad luck, but it's hard to want to go back after that. read more

Duchess - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

We were invited to Duchess on behalf of my friend, which was celebrating her Ms. Universe coronation for 2025. Located near the galleria, it was such a lovely and elevated place to enjoy food and drinks with friends! The minute we walked in, everyone was so attentive and the ambient lighting made it feel romantic for sure. The mussels were so on point! They had a tomato base to them and seasoned to perfection! I almost at the whole app by myself! Ha! The burrata salad was so fresh and crunchy! It was a sweet and salty type of flavor to it! Try it even if you aren't even a salad person! The charcuterie board was also brought out with so different cheeses, meats, and jams, like any other charcuterie board. But good for a good size group. I was expecting a little more Mediterranean on the Arabic side and not the Italian side. But nonetheless, a nice place to try for date night or ladies night! read more

Duchess - Ladies night - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

Stopped by for drinks after work and I was highly impressed by the carajillo version they have called "Cafe Dorado". Service was quick and cordial and ambient was tranquil and relaxing. Not overcrowded or too busy, so it was a perfect spot to stop by and catch up with friends! read more

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Went with a small group of friends to this establishment. We ordered the grilled shrimp sliders. 5/5. Very tasty. We liked it so much that we ordered multiple rounds of them. Steak n fries. 4.5/5. Steak was very good also and fries were golden crisp. It would have been awesome to have gotten a bigger portion of fries. Lamb chops. 4.5/5. Lamb was very good also. Tasty n juicy. It was nicely charbroiled. Desserts were duchess rose and some sponge bread core cream dish. Not a fan of desserts so I just nibbled a bite. Service was on point. The place felt dark inside. We needed more lights. Or perhaps, that's how the ambiance is in upscale places? read more

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The short rib hash was delicious. The donuts weren't too sweet and were a great addition to brunch. Not pictured is the peach and pistachio burrata and the house sangria. All made for a great experience. The server, Devin was also great. The place was not crowded and had a nice aesthetic indoors and a small patio area which would be nice on warm(not hot) days. We will definitely return. read more

Duchess - Short Rib Hash - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Came on a Friday evening was surprised to see the restaurant so empty. The decor is beautiful and there is light music playing. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The food was just ok but I really enjoyed the drinks. read more

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The decor inside and in the patio was nice. The waiter was very patient and tended well to all our questions. The food was excellent. Everything we had was really good. We went for a bday brunch and got the orange, mango, and cranberry mimosas for drinks. We mainly shared plates. First ordered the peach and pistachio burrata. That was excellent. Spicy chicken as waffles was great as well with its bacon jam and maple syrup ...yum. We also got the grilled octopus and seafood campechana. I did enjoy those but I think my favorite was the peach and pistachio burrata. And we all shared a main dish and that was a pasta with grilled chicken. The group seemed to enjoy that, it was filling and it had a lot of flavor. read more

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My friends and I had a nice brunch during Houston Restaurant Weeks (HRW). I had the Little Gem Salad and the Shakshuka. The salad was a good-sized portion and I enjoyed the crunch of the pomegranate seeds in it. I originally ordered the burger, and was informed that they had run out of burger buns. They were also out of Chilaquiles, which was a bit disappointing. My shakshuka ended up still being delicious, however it wasn't my first choice for an entree. The dish was both hearty and fresh with the large pieces of avocado and goat cheese. Otherwise the restaurant is fairly on the smaller size but would qualify as "IG-worthy" in my book, and the staff was very friendly and accommodating since I visited with a knee injury. Would return to try their dinner and cocktails. read more

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Nice ambiance. Came here for happy hour in July and it was empty. The staff was nice. The AC was being fixed so it was a bit warm. Food was good. I ordered the lamb chops medium well and they were cooked well - not a deal breaker. My friend ordered her steak well and it was dry. Drinks were delicious! This place has more of a date night vibe. read more

HRW 2024! Came here with a group of 6 and did make reservations ahead of time. Arrived at 8pm and didn't get seated until 8:45pm. Apparently, there was another party sitting at our table. They were able to provide some comp drinks at the bar though. The classic margarita (no tajin available) was pretty strong. When we finally got seated, we ordered a couple apps + our HRW menu items. For additional apps, I really enjoyed the Tiger Prawn Wood Fire Skewers. They had a tasty red curry sauce that topped it off nicely and they were grilled well. Also got the Grilled Octopus and it was charred to perfection. The truffle potato croquettes were a nice addition as well and you could definitely taste/smell the truffle aroma. For HRW, I got the Peach & Pistachio Burrata (very refreshing and delicious), Lamb Chops (highly recommend!! Very tender meat and seasoned well) and to end with the White Chocolate Bread Pudding (tasty and paired well with the cold ice cream). The ambiance was very cutesy and instagram-esque worthy. The servers once we got seated were friendly and helpful. Parking - within the plaza Restrooms - Clean read more

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Heard about this restaurant on IG and since we are in the HRW month, we decided to go. The restaurant ambiance is cute as in IG but the food as I expected not good. People go here more the vibes. Service is nice too. If it's not for the service I would have give one star for the food. The salmon eggs Benedict is horrible. Please let the chef know how to cook his eggs. I have never eat all boiled egg for my Benedict before. You can't overcook the eggs like that for Benedict. Potatoes are fried to a dark brown color . It actually looked like they got burned. Would I come back most likely no. read more

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This was a cute and chic place to have lunch or brunch with friends! We went during Houston Restaurant Week and enjoyed the abbreviated menu along with a cocktail. I really liked the decor inside and we were seated at a booth with soft velvet cushions. Our server was very attentive and quick to answer any questions about the menu. The Oysters Rockefeller were delicious and the Au Jus burger was good. The fries were cooked to perfection and had a great crunch to them. The chicken skewer was good but not as flavorful. Both cocktails were a 7/10, which was okay, but for the price I was expecting a bit more. The Dutchess Rose dessert was delicious! I would visit again. If you're still reading and care, there were a few small things keeping the score at a 4. A few nit-picky things like 1/2 of the bathrooms being out of order and the super elegant bathroom having a hole in the floor covered awkwardly with tape. I saw a review from a week ago with the same set up so it wasn't just a temporary thing. I also saw the same thing as another reviewer about employee back packs being in chairs of the dining room. I'm used to seeing these type of things in "mom and pop" restaurants but not in elegant restaurants in this area of town. I only saw these things after eating and it didn't spoil the ambiance, but they're just things that detract slightly from the overall vibe. read more

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I took my friend out for her birthday on a Sunday evening. It's a new restaurant, maybe open a month based on what I could tell, so both of our first time dining in. Located in Uptown Park, this used to be Belveder, for those familiar with old Houston nigtlife : ) It was not crowded at all, but I had a resy. The bar looked really cute. That may be worth a visit. Ambiance- beautiful, well decorated furniture, beautiful flower wall. Reminds me of Bloom & Bee. They have inside dining, bu it looks like they are preparing to have outside dining as well, I noted the empty space. Service- was a little intense. The server Mauricio tried to rush us a little. I guess he didn't catch the vibe it was a leisurely birthday dinner between friends? Since they weren't busy, there should be no harm in that. He did say later he was busy with other tables. Maybe he was just new and stressed. He was not a conversationalist, nor was he friendly per see, but did his job. We had to keep asking for info about the dishes and suggestions, but he did oblige. Food- my friend ordered the lamp lollipop comes with 2, seasoned well, slightly grizzly for me. I ordered the crudo snapper. It was over salted. It seemed like the caviar would have been enough salt, but I think they salted it after it was plated as well. I guess for good measure? I would rather a raw dish be over salted than under, but that's just me. For the entree, my friend ordered the Au Jus burger, which I forgot to snag a pic of. My friend enjoyed it. I had a bite, not bad. I then ordered the bread, butter & pickles. I thought that was an interesting idea for someone that wasn't too hungry. The brioche bread was light. It went well with the goat cheese and I would have loved more pickles. I liked the dish. He then offered us a birthday dessert. It was their donuts dish, comes with ice cream, pretty yum. Drinks- I ordered 2 glasses of champagne to start the celebration. Next, we ordered two of the April Blooms, very pretty drink, check out the video and pics. It's vodka, but it's not boozy, so I tolerated it well. I asked for a substitution for gin instead of the vodka, but Mauricio said was a batched drink, no substitution. read more

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WOW Just WOW‼ Incredible service! 5 Stars Celebrating my fiances birthday here was an amazing idea. The food was spectacular. Delicious lamb chops and oysters rockefeller for brunch. 10/10 Amazing Mocktails as well. 10/10 I also tried the crab cake benedict! Very good. 10/10 Amazing service once again. Very accommodating and helpful with my special occasion requests! Cant forget the ambiance. Beautiful restaurant! :) Thank you so much for giving us an unforgettable experience. Definitely will be back. -Santangelo Balli Gonzales read more

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I think this new restaurant will find its way here shortly, came here for lunch and it was a tad sleepy. It fits right in here at Uptown Park area, the food is a match and the aura is definitely a match. The style is very on trend right now, it's the mid century modern-modern that has been pretty ubiquitous for the Zillenial new dining spots. Overall very shareable and inviting for taking pictures. Service was great and helpful as it was pretty slow, Alejandro was present whenever necessary, but not too involved as to be intrusive. Gave recommendations as requested and told us a bit about what to expect from the food and drink. The food itself focuses heavy on grilled proteins it would seem, plenty of beef, chicken, seafood options with an eclectic set of country of origins to flavor. The menu having a few different ethnic flavors didn't feel as scattershot as many new American places do when they have them, mostly I think because the menu itself stays rooted in the fire grilled selections. It all tasted quite good. Everything was was thoughtfully plated and made to look at just a second before you eat it. Beef Tartare was a hit, and the octopus was prepared excellently. My burger was filling and balanced out giving me all the beefy cheesiness that you look for one with a hint of sweetness to round it out. Steaks were cooked correctly and the fries stayed crispy even as they waited to be eaten. There's a large assortment of drinks and cocktails I definitely would've dove into if not for being here during work hours and there's some desserts that sounded really tasty too that I'll try when I bring the wife. read more

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I will give 3 stars for the ambiance . The service was mediocre, they burned most of the stuff. Had to send back a couple of things. The flavor was good but some things were too salty. Appetizers were on point. read more

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Came to Duchess for a few drinks with some girlfriends on a Saturday night. We made a reservation because we didn't know if it would be packed or not but when we arrived at 10:30 it was pretty light, we could have easily found seating at the bar. The inside is pretty, decorated very nicely, boots, tables, small sections. They play music by a DJ Saturday night, and after 10 PM They don't serve any food. I was there for the drinks so I didn't mind. I ordered a Paloma because based on the description, it sounded very good. When I got it, it looked very pretty but it was a bit sweet for me, I couldn't taste any alcohol in it. This place didn't really stand out to me, it's pretty average. I wouldn't venture on my own to come back, but if somebody invited me there, I'd still probably go. read more

Add this spot to your list. So for a team dinner this was our selection for Friday night. We were able to get a reservation and then we walked in we were in shock as the vibes were it! Attire is nice casual chic, the decor is fly and the staff is great. The drinks were on point too. We had the following - beef tartare -8/10 - salmon skewer 7/10 - shrimp skewer 9/10 - penne peas pasta -8/10 - grilled veggies 8/10 - little gem- read more

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Hungry for something that will make you smile? Come to Duchess! Fine dining choices, with excellent service, you will leave with a sense of satisfaction knowing you just dined at one of Houston's favorite restaurants. Ask for recommendations, and be prepared to enjoy some amazing dishes. read more

Duchess - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

The service was amazing, the manager Henry treated us with VIP service! THE MARGARITAS ARE AMAZING!!!!!! Literally the best drinks that just sneak on you with the best taste ever!!! Definitely recommend the Duchess Martini 100% Recommend the vibes!!! read more

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Overall nice birthday celebration, staff was attentive and accommodating food was fresh prepared and delicious and beautiful aesthetic easy to find parking the short-rib hash was delicious definitely recommend read more

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Overall we had a very good meal here. For appetizers, we had the beef tartare, oysters Rockefeller, grilled octopus and lamb lollipops. Everything was good although my favorite were the oysters Rockefeller. For main, my steak frites were good and well cooked, although lacking the wow factor. The desserts here really shined - duchess rose, panna cotta, and donuts were all great. Cocktails were also quite good. The restaurant itself is beautiful and service was on point. It's in uptown park so there is plenty of parking. read more

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A fairly new restaurant located in a prime area with lotsa parking spots. The exterior doesn't look much but inside, the restaurant is decorated with beautiful and posh furniture. The ambient lighting sets the tone of the restaurant, I.e. romantic and cozy. My partner and I were seated promptly, and my server was full of energy. He went through the menu with us and gave us some recommendations since it was our first dining experience at Duchess. We started our meal with the lamb lollipops. They were well seasoned, cooked at the right temperature, and super tender. The cucumber yogurt that came with it was a perfect match with the lamb. After a great appetizer, I had the pan seared snapper while my partner had the chicken kebab for our entrees. We also had a side of crispy Brussels sprouts. The pan seared snapper had a great seasoning and the texture was perfect. The tomato broth tasted great and complemented the snapper. As for the chicken kebabs, they were rested on a bed of rice that had vermicelli on top of it. The chicken was cooked well. It wasn't dry nor tough. The crispy Brussels sprouts were a little too oily. Though they were crispy, I wish there were more whole Brussels sprouts than broken off pieces of it. Of course I had to have the Duchess Rose for dessert. The white chocolate mousse wasn't sweet, and didn't have much white chocolate taste. I didn't get the elderflower foam on my dessert, as told by my server, the foam machine wasn't working. What a bummer. The other components on the dessert plate were just ok. However this was a beautiful plate of dessert. My server recommended to try the Panna Cotta next visit, and I would. The way he described it, sounded so delicious. Currently there is an empty outdoor area which may be used as outdoor dining. I highly recommend making reservations as diners would not leave their seats when they are in such a pretty setting. read more

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Very cool spot in Uptown Park. The place is quaint with a nice little patio. There is a bar and high top bar seating but there are also super plush booths to sit in. Min was our server and he was very personable and had great recommendations. Pretty and tasty cocktails (All that Glitters is Gold cocktail is a new favorite). I am not a salad person but we had the Grilled Caesar and Beet salad. Both were fantastic! The Gougeres and Caviar was such a treat - flavors I've never had before! Our mains were wonderful as well. Just finished my leftovers of the Peas, Pasta & Proscuitto for lunch. SO good! Desserts were almost too pretty to eat! read more

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This place was absolutely delicious! I absolutely loved it pretty environment. I feel like this place is perfect for date night or a girls night out or even for a girls brunch. The food was so tasty and seasoned very well. I highly recommend! read more

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Everything is amazing here and the craft cocktails were delicious! I will be back for sure. My date thought the redfish was the best he's had in Houston. The staff was attentive and the music being played was fantastic. read more

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The food is amazing! I've been for dinner and brunch. My first visit was for Houston Restaurant Weeks. The octopus was my fave! The cocktails are flashy but still tasty. The staff is so friendly and helpful. read more

Henry is Amazing! Thank you so much for your impeccable service! Love this place decor is always beautiful and the drink was phenom. Parker made the drink for me a must try! read more

Duchess - Decor Ambiance - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This place had such great interiors and vibes inside but unfortunately disappointed in food. The apps were pretty good and my girlfriends loved the drinks. The brunch was ok since I was expecting a lox type of salmon rather than regular salmon. My friend found a fly in her food which really turned me off of the place. The service was good but that discovery put us off completely. They comped the dish and gave us dessert but to me this did not compensate for the bug in the food. read more

Duchess - HRW: chicken and waffles, french toast, salmon bites - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

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If you want good food with horrible service you've got a perfect candidate right here. We had a reservation at 1:30 pm for 3 people. I walked in at 1:15 pm and the hostess said I'll get you seated right away after I used the bathroom. Well when I came back she informed me that they didn't have a table ready yet. Not a problem I was a little early. By the time the other two people arrived it was right at 1:30 we went back and there still wasn't a table (I will note I saw a table get sat who walked in after and there were a few big parties going on) but was very vague. I finally asked how long and she never gave a time frame just said "we've been waiting on a few tables to leave for 20 minutes" so we asked for her to call us so we could spend time else where (because they don't have anywhere to wait and it was a hot Houston summer day). Once we got the call it just got worse. The hostess was stand offish and the server was condescending. One of the first things we noticed was there were only booths and they were velvet that clearly needed a cleaning. Dust was all over the top of them. Took 15 minutes to get our carafe of mimosas, never refilled our waters (though the 'filtered tap' water was disgusting but it's probably their way of trying to get you to buy their bottled water), we had to ask to order our main meals and then once again took forever to get anything. At one point someone whom can only be assumed as the manager said he would check on our meals but then never came back to us and can be seen chatting by the computers at the bar. At the end the server tried to chit chat but we weren't having it. Truly terrible. To summarize for those who don't want to read the whole thing: - Good food - Terrible service - Sat 25 minutes after reservation time - Server nonexistent through out - Tried taking my plate which had a whole half of French toast without asking - Everything took 20 minutes too long - Manager (assumed) asked to check on our food but never provided an update - Velvet booths (and only booth seating) with need to be cleaned bc there was clearly dust everywhere on them) Truly just gave a bad feeling. There's plenty of good restaurants in Houston I'm not wasting my time on bad service. read more

Came here with a big group for my friend's bachelorette dinner and the service definitely stood out to us, he was very quick considering we were a bigger party and everything came out in a timely matter! The food was just okay it honestly didn't wow me. We ordered off of the Houston restaurant week menu and I would say it was definitely a good deal for what you get and the portion sizes. The peas and prosciutto pasta was good and stood out to me it was creamy and well flavored. Dining room is smaller and more intimate but In a great location in uptown park. read more

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We went here for a girlfriend's birthday and it didn't disappoint. Our server was engaging, the food was delicious, and the drinks were unmatched. The place had a very moody atmosphere and felt upscale casual. Would recommend for any girls dinners with fantastic drinks! read more

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My girlfriends and I met up on a Friday evening. We were fortunate to dine during their happy hour and got to try a little bit of everything off their HH menu. The cocktails are IG worthy. The food was delicious and we loved everything we ordered. The $5 bites and the appetizers were so good and sharable amongst us 4. The potato croquettes, shrimp sliders, brussel sprouts, and bucati mussels were our top favs. We also ordered the Rockefeller oysters and Grilled Octopus. Highly recommended. Our waiter was so nice and attentive. He was knowledgeable of the menu and provided recommendation to pace our food since we ordered a lot and didn't want to overcrowd the table. The ambience was very chill with very beautiful foral accents that compliments the velvet chairs. The cozy booth makes it intimate with your party. They have an outside patio that's looks like an wonderful place to dine if the weather it right. It was too hot and humid during our visit. By the time we completed our HH, we saw a DJ setting up for the weekend vibes. Overall a good place for a girls HH meet up. We will be back. read more

Duchess was the perfect spot for a girls dinner or brunch! I came here with a friend and several food items we ordered were exceptional. The chicken skewer was okay but IMO lacking in flavor and just okay. It was my birthday as well and the staff surprised me with a birthday dessert (doughnuts). Have to order: Roasted Beet & Citrus Salad Grilled Octopus Prime Ribeye The cocktails were amazing and the wine list was okay, but would have been nice to see a few more wine by the glass options. They had a sewer issue in the bathroom due to construction and the bathroom smelled horrible though. Hopefully that only lasted a week or so and has cleared up though. Great dinner ! read more

What a GREAT addition to the booming Uptown Park! FYI: on Google maps currently, it shows it to be in between Ethan Allen and Rejuvenation. It's actually to the left of Ethan Allen, visible from the 610 feeder road. No valet, park where you can! The interior is a perfect size for a chic restaurant--not too big, not too small. Lots of plush velvet and sexy textures for the interior decor. Service is courteous and most importantly, the food is absolutely phenomenal! Came with a friend and shared several appetizers. We enjoyed lamb lollipops, snapper crudo, tiger prawns, fig salad, peach burrata, and the special duchess rose dessert--fabulous in presentation AND taste! A great menu with curated options inspired globally! Everything is lovely, can't wait to come back and try everything else! read more