Food was good, but service was slow! They were out of gumbo, grits, and red wine. Pros: lamb chops were good Food was fresh. Cons: service was inattentive Loud (more of a party vibe during the day) 2pm Pasta noodles needed 2 more minutes . read more

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Food was not good at all. Gumbo was very bland. Boudin eggrolls were a bit off putting and tasted old Waffle fries w brisket wasn't bad but the fries weren't fresh and the brisket was a bit cold Drinks were waaay to sweet imo We did have to ask about happy hour in order to get the menu had we known there' was a happy hour menu we would've ordered more from the happy hour menu because it has different stuff than the regular menu. Service okay our server did forget a lemonade that was ordered first thing. No big deal. But lmk about the auto grat and how much it is. After I asked I was told it was a 12% auto grat which is def not enough for the server on a 72$ so I tipped an extra $10 making the tip about 18-19$. We were the only ones in the building ambience was okay I get the feeling you come here more for shots beers and the liquor tower. read more

I was disappointed with my experience. They advertised a Juneteenth special on Instagram, but when we arrived and asked about it, we were told it only applied if you were wearing a Juneteenth shirt. That requirement was never mentioned in the post, which felt misleading. On top of that, the service was very slow. Our server rarely checked on us, drinks took about 25 minutes to arrive, and our hookah took around 40 minutes wings and fries took an hour. Overall, the lack of communication and poor service made for a frustrating experience. I hope they improve their customer service and make promotional details clearer in the future. read more

Gotti's - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

I came to this place to try the shrimp catfish Po boy sandwich here. I got a side of waffle fries. It was nice you could combine both seafood items instead of individual for a small upcharge. The shrimp batter was very good and the shrimp was tender and not rubbery at all. The catfish was very flaky and breading was nice and thing but crispy. The overall sandwich had a lot of good flavor with veggies. The tartar sauce was ok with the seafood and the waffle fries were decent. The staff was nice and attentive. The place feels like a chill lounge place with sports in the background with hookah and whatnot. Definitely not a place for a quiet dinner. read more

Gotti's - Shrimp catfish Po boy sandwich with waffle fries - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

First thing is first, make a reservation before coming and try to come at the time they open in the morning rather than later so you don't have to worry about the rush that comes between noon-1pm. They open at 11am. I loved the bingo in between music and the DJ really had us rocking. There's plenty of free street parking in the area on Sundays. Overall the service was fine but they took quite a while just to bring our food and we were the first ones there. Our server was nice but when it got busy he did not come around and I had to flag someone to get him. Now let's get into the food: Catfish - 5/5 Steak - 3/5: great flavor but thin & a little fatty Red velvet waffles - 4/5 Eggs - 5/5 Biscuits - 5/5 Beignet Doughnuts - 5/5 Gumbo 5/5: I just wish there was more protein, there was one sausage in my bowl. read more

Gotti's - Steak, Catfish, Red Velvet Waffles - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Open mics are kind of spotty - if you're someone that has a loose schedule or waits, it should fit just right. You have to buy something if you're a performer and there are no nonalcoholic beverages, or coffee. The water tastes like tap. Fun atmosphere! read more

When we walked into Gotti's, the vibe shifted to "quaint but cool," the kind of spot you low-key root for as soon as you sit down. Now, do I wish they had a real bar? Yes, because I am a bar-girl at heart. But the service-area bar came through for us anyway, and it turned into VIP seating to watch everything behind the scenes. They had Tuesday specials going, so we grabbed Espolòn Blanco shots -- one with salt, one with sugar. And here's the kicker: Their salt is colored blue. Most places color the sugar. Gotti's understood the assignment but rewrote it. Shoutout to the crew because service was tight: Angela -- the manager holding it all together. Daphne -- light-skinned with red hair, made our shots with love and wrist action. Zoe -- bun high, checkout smooth, no notes. They were ready for us to take the shot, so I had to stop talking mid-sentence -- priorities. read more

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Gotti's has been on my "try" list for some time now. My friend and I finally got around to it this past weekend. When we opened the entrance door we were met with blaring, loud music. The hostess greeted us and asked question but I could not hear him. He literally had to talk in my ear! For my friend and I to talk to one another, we had to yell! I seriously left this place with a soar throat. Skip to the food...i ordered the catfish and shrimp platter. The breading on the food was amazing, shrimp were cooked well. The fish? It reminded me of frozen fish sticks how thick it was. It was very hard to eat. Nothing about that carfish was flaky or easy to eat! read more

We looked on open table for somewhere near by with an opening for 9 ladies. We were seated immediately and service was on the spot. We enjoyed the DJ playing music from our youth (ladies were 50-80 years old). Everyone talked about how good their meal was. I had chicken and red velvet waffles and took 1/2 home to my husband. He enjoyed it too! Random bingo was fun and engaging. Thank you for a great ladies day out Brunch! read more

I've been here twice now, and I must say I truly enjoyed the food. Everything we've ordered the flavor was on point, and the drinks are divine. We've tried their multi - flavored mimosas and other cocktail drinks. The service is always great, and the music will definitely put you in a party mood. The whole area is really a one stop shop for all things fun - I could truly see a restaurant/pub crawl event. ;) read more

Gotti's - Gotti's signature fish and shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Stopped in for a late night happy hour not expecting much but my friend and I were blown away by how great and tasty the food was! Our waitress Daphne was also exceptional and very attentive despite being the only waiter on staff. Already planning to come back to try more drinks, the entrees/rest of the menu. read more

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This place was a complete vibe, especially after the disaster I just experienced in Chicago. The music was blasting, TVs were on and smiles on all the faces at every table even at 1140 damn near closing time. Everyone was super friendly and the food....i had catfish and Mac and cheese with crawfish and my spouse had an impossible burger, everything was really good! I appreciate y'all making good food until you close you had no idea how amazing it was after the day we had. Highly recommend, for good food and good vibes. ***don't mind my picture I tore into it read more

Gotti's - Catfish and crawfish Mac and cheese - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

Gotti's is a nice choice if you're looking for good food, drinks, and a lively vibe for brunch in Houston. I have gone twice now (once for dinner and brunch) and enjoyed myself each time. One thing to note, even with a reservation, you still may have to wait a bit to be seated. Our reservation was for 2:30 pm and we were not seated until 3 pm due to a large party ahead of us. It wasn't the worst thing, we used the time to look over the menu, but at the same time there isn't much of a waiting area inside so you'll likely be in the way of a lot of the in and out traffic. There also really isn't a bar area, so it was maybe 4-5 parties all bunched up near the front. Once seated, the atmosphere is very upbeat and fun which is great for a brunch where you want the vibes but maybe not the large crowd of people. It can get very loud, though, as there is a DJ and an MC on the mic. They both add to the energy, but I found myself practically shouting to talk to my two friends at a four-top table. They also had a segment where they gave out free shots which is cool, they've done this both times I was there. I'd recommend you to know what you want when you sit down, because even though that was our strategy we still ended up waiting another 30 minutes for even our mimosa tower to come to the table. We also ordered hot lemon pepper wings, beignet bites, and Cajun balls. Actually, received a second complimentary order of the beignet bites due to the wait which was appreciated. We all ordered the fried catfish, shrimp, and grits with an order of collard greens on the side. FIRE. Parking is another minor (or major) inconvenience but it's due to the location. Very typical for Houston, different lots charge different prices for parking especially when there are events going on, so you may drop about $20-30 before you even get to the door. Give yourself a little extra time to figure that part out. Overall, Gotti's brunch is worth the visit if you're looking for great food, good drinks, and a high energy vibe. Just know it might come with a bit of a wait and a lot of noise. read more

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My friends and I came to Houston for spring break and we were looking for a fun brunch spot. Gotti's came highly recommended and we definitely had to try them out. We had a 10/10 experience. The food and the vibes we had were top tier. Our waitress was great, she gave her recommendations and help us navigate through the menu. The DJ was playing all the best music creating a fun atmosphere. The Red Velvet waffles and chicken were amazing! The softness of the waffle paired well with the juicy crunchy chicken wings. I love how they gave us actual chicken wings versus how most places give chicken tenders. All in all if I'm back in Houston, Gotti's is number one on my list to visit again. read more

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MAKE A RESERVATION OR YOU WILL BE WAITING! I was in town for AfroTech 2024 and, of course, had to check out a brunch spot. I asked my friend who lives there for a recommendation, and she told me that Gotti's was the perfect place for brunch--and she was absolutely right! Parking wasn't the easiest; I recommend taking a rideshare or carpooling since it's mostly street parking in the area. Once inside, I found the restaurant to be quaint and cozy, creating an inviting atmosphere. The waitress was incredibly kind and helpful, making the experience even better. I have to say, the crab cakes at Gotti's were the best I've ever had! They were the perfect combination of crispy on the outside and soft on the inside--absolutely divine. We loved them so much that we ordered a second round, and they came out just as perfectly cooked as the first. It's clear that the quality at Gotti's is consistently outstanding. Indulging in their exquisite duo of lump crab cakes was a culinary experience like no other. Each bite was bursting with succulent crab meat, delicately seasoned, and drizzled in a delightful Cajun sauce. I truly savored the richness of every mouthful. If you're a crab cake lover, this is a must-try! The mac & cheese was absolutely delicious! The creamy, decadent cheese sauce enveloped perfectly cooked noodles that had just the right amount of bite. Each forkful was a delightful blend of rich, velvety goodness, creating a comforting dish that was incredibly satisfying. The flavors blended harmoniously, making it hard to resist going back for more. It's the kind of mac & cheese that warms your soul and leaves you craving another helping! The waffle was unfortunately disappointing; it gave off a frozen, microwave vibe instead of the fresh, homemade quality I was hoping for. I was also a bit let down that the chicken wings came separately and not attached, but I have to give credit where it's due--the chicken itself was delicious. The scrambled eggs were decent but not exactly my style. They were fluffy and cooked well, yet they just didn't hit the mark for me personally. As for the breakfast potatoes, they left something to be desired. They were quite thick and had more of a wedge vibe than what I typically expect from breakfast potatoes. They also lacked seasoning and crispiness, so I wouldn't order them again. Overall, my experience was good, but I doubt I'd go back. The vibe of the place felt too much like a breakfast club, and the music was so loud that my friends and I struggled to hold a conversation. It was challenging to engage with each other, and even the waitress was hard to hear. When we finally left, we felt a sense of relief to escape the overwhelming noise. I understand they want to create a fun brunch atmosphere, but it crossed the line into an environment where communication felt almost impossible. It's a shame, as I was looking forward to a great meal and time with friends! read more

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Sunday Funday with the girls! Reservations are a must because this place is jumpin! Great atmosphere. Decent food. Service was only okay due to long wait times. I tried the shrimp and grits with waffles (because breakfast is meant to be sweet & savory). We got a mimosa tower because why not? Overall I would come back again because of the atmosphere and food but not anytime soon. read more

Gotti's - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

service in the kitchen was the worst ever, it 2 hour to order wings and enrolls the manger did a very bad job servicing his customers, with only 12 customers in in restaurant . read more

Saturday night at 6 pm. Be advised music is LOUD. Not upset by it, just did not know it would be like this. Gumbo - shut the hell up, because this was LIT. Roux absolutely perfect, bold, great flavor. Boudin balls - YUM....could have eaten all 3 of these, hated to share. Catfish bites - seasoning was super, only downside was fish was a little tough, maybe fried too long? Service was excellent. Will be back to try some of the entrees, they ALL sound amazing! read more

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Brandon was the best server. He got our table things without us even asking for it! Food was amazing too. Best wings/waffles.

Ordered to-go via Uber Eats. I was in the mood to eat some gumbo so I decided to try theirs. It's $20 for a large Big Daddy bowl (high protein) that's supposed to have chicken, shrimp, crawfish, and sausage. I ordered it with white rice. I was very disappointed when it came. The container probably was not secured properly and it fell during transport. So the gumbo was all over the bottom of the bag. I managed to salvage a little of it that wasn't completely out of the container. I expected for the gumbo and rice to be separate. It was together and it was a lot of rice. So I feel like there barely was any gumbo. It also was full of chicken and sausage. I didn't see any shrimp or crawfish. On top of all that, it was a tad too salty. Hubby ordered the burger only because it was buy one get one free. Otherwise it would not be worth getting only a burger with no sides that come with it for $13 dollars. They also did not put all the condiments he requested on it. read more

Gotti's - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

Food excellent, had the Cajun Wings, Catfish Bites, & Gumbe! Catfish amazing! Zoey was a great server, too. Note that it is a little loud in there, just be prepared. Food made it worth it! read more

Gotti's - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

First time exploring Houston. After a day of interrupted flights, exhausted all we wanted was a decent meal. The online menu appealed to us so we stopped in. The paper menu was very hard to read because it was very worn and small print. We were greeted and seated immediately. The music was extremely loud and you had to yell to be heard. I ended up with a slight headache. We ordered catfish shrimp over rice with gotti sauce on the side. This was perfect and plated very well. We had a cup of spicy seafood cajun rice but had to send it back because it was toooo spicy for my palate. Ordered grilled shrimp with mac and cheese. It took a little while for it to come out but it was satisfying! This is a nice place for a younger generation to enjoy. Not so much for the over 60 crowd. Overall.. the food was not disappointing. read more

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Go to any of the food trucks or other restaurants nearby instead of this one. Immediately upon being sat, our water decanter was dirty and plastic cups cracked. We were told the kitchen was backed up and our food would take about 30 minutes, an hour later we finally received one of our 3 meals. In the meantime only a couple items came out of the kitchen. The kitchen had fry baskets full of food the entire time with nobody doing anything with them. I ordered catfish and shrimp with a side of collard greens. The seafood was seasoned well but the greens tasted unwashed or spoiled and I had to pull bones out of my fish. The automatic gratuity and fees are ridiculous for the service provided. Even after waiting until after closing the 12+ employees did mostly nothing besides talk and look at their phones. However good their seasoning is, it's absolutely not worth the experience. read more

Food was delicious. A bit pricey but still really tasty. Presentation and plating were beautiful. The fried green tomatoes were hands down the best I've ever had! Also had a cool, chill vibe. Our server was great as well! read more

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We came here for Sunday brunch and had a great time. There was a DJ playing, and the music created a really fun atmosphere. The food was reasonably priced, and the drinks were decent. I had the shrimp and grits, which were pretty good. My friend ordered the chicken and waffles and said she enjoyed it. Overall, it was a nice Sunday outing, and I would definitely come back again. The vibe was just right. read more

I'm still here & had to leave a review because we're having so much fun! Rico was our server & he was excellent. Food, service & music was amazing. We came for a bachelorette! read more

Gotti's - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

Came here as it was next door to Warehouse Live where we were catching a Dean Lewis and Forest Blakk concert. Glad we chose it because food was served quickly and delicious! Marcus was a great server, and the atmosphere with tvs of music videos was so fun! In and out in less than 30 minutes! read more

Gotti's - Blue Moon for the hubs and Gotti Punch for me (it does indeed pack a punch! ) - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

If I could give them a 0 I would. I walked in, no one was at the host stand so I went to the counter where the register was. I counted a total of FIFTEEN times, maybe even more than that, that someone who worked there walked past me and did not ask if I needed anything or asked what was I there for. This is a business where people spend their money, NO I AM NOT HOUNDING DOWN ANYONE FOR THE SERVICES IVE PAID FOR ! Below you'll see the pictures and time stamps, I waited 15 plus minutes for food that was LUKEWARM! It took me TWO minutes to get to where I had to go! There's no way ! Reasons I'm leaving this review ! The food was OKAY. It would've been better if it were hot, being I was at the counter just waiting even though it was supposed to be ready. Iif it weren't for me already paying online I would've left ! This is by far the WORST service I've ever experienced! The place looked nice, but I wouldn't go there anymore or recommend it to anyone (especially if you are visiting) read more

Gotti's - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Nice spot for some cajun food, hookah & good music. Had the crawfish empanadas, catfish & grits. Both dishes came out steamy hot! Portions are extremely satisfying. Atmosphere is lounge, day party vibes with hip hop on the speakers. Service here is different. After you receive your orders, they leave you to it. Which I don't mind. read more

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When I tell you this was some of the worst food I have had in a while, oh my god. So I was craving some Cajun pasta right, I'd heard decent things about Gotti's so I thought I would give it a try. In my mind, I was ordering a creamy pasta, seasoned to perfection, with crawfish and shrimp. Instead, I received a lukewarm pasta, with no sauce, absolutely 0 seasoning, no crawfish and overcooked (and possibly spoiled) fish. I should have known it was going to be bad when I could smell the fish through the bag and didn't smell anything else. I don't know who they have in that kitchen, but they need to find some new chefs. I've had better microwaved pasta from HEB that cost me only 5$. I paid 23$ for pasta at Gotti's... I made the mistake of trusting Google reviews and not coming to Reddit, I understand why they are below 4 stars and honestly, I'm surprised they've even achieved that. read more

Gotti's - Gotti's Good AF Pasta - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

We supplies Gotti's and it's owner Irvin Williams food products and won't pay us. No issues with the products, he just dodges calls and emails. Very unethical! read more

Had a great experience at Gotti. I was in town visiting for a conference and was looking for a late dinner. When I got to the restaurant I could tell it was a trendy place based on how full the room was . The host worked quickly to seat us and noticed there was live music. There were two saxophonist and a guitar player . One of the saxophonist was great and very engaging of the crowd. We order the rolls and a few other entrees which were delicious . Very flavorful with the right amount of spice . I told several other friends about how great our experience was and would visit again next time I'm in Houston. read more

Gotti's - Empanadas - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Gotti's was a good time. We had some issues with reservations bc we called to adjust our time and when we showed up they didn't have our update. We killed an hour next door. Food was reasonably priced and tasty. I had the shrimp and grits. I wanted catfish but they didn't have any at the time so server doubled up on my shrimp. Bathroom was cleaner than I expected. Good service though our server was new. DJ definitely had enough energy for the entire restaurant and cute presentation when you order a tower. Overall smaller than what I thought it would be, but good all around. Don't forget the check in offer! read more

Gotti's - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Okay, I love the atmosphere I give it a 5! Diamond our server gets a 6 on a 5-point scale. The brisket fries most definitely are a 6 on a 5 point scale. My beer not being draft but a draft picture on the menu I am giving a 2. Because draft is better and for $6.95 I deserve a draft. Now my burger I didn't like it. The big ole piece of cheese that wasn't melted is crazy to me. I am giving that burger a 1. Melt my cheese. That was just a bad presentation to me. The hookah and I don't know what they did to that flavor but I give it a 4 only because I lik wood tips. Gotti himself I give a 5. So the final rating Final score 4.14 read more

Gotti's - Hamburger - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

Good service & Delicious food . The music was sooo good. The fried tomatoes were so good read more

Gotti's - The service was great, music was on point, and the food was delicious!!! Highly recommend! - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

The atmosphere is great but it feels like it's overcompensating for the super long wait times. the music was insanely loud i could barely hear my husband who was a FOOT away from me. It took 20 mins just to get a drink and another 30 mins for just an appetizer and half of my order. We asked for gumbo and Lamb chops and after the 40 min wait it still wasn't fully done. Me and my husband had already tried coming here once and it took 30 mins for a waiter to even come take our drink order. But we figured we'd try again when it wasn't so busy, but it was the same thing. the staff seem to just be listening to the music and sitting and chitchatting instead of working! The gumbo was salty and looked more like a cup size rather than a bowl (like i ordered). our server was cool and very apologetic about the wait but regardless we had to leave. I paid $60 for basically sitting in there. I really wouldn't recommend coming here if you're looking for a quick bite or even maybe sitting and talking to friends. read more

The service at Gotti's in Houston was unacceptable. Long wait times, missing food and drinks, and lack of attention from our server made the experience frustrating. Definitely not what we expected. read more

Went here tonight and let me tell you I'm so tired of black owned restaurant acting like restaurants. I try to support. It took almost an hour to get my food. All of the food was salty. The waitress did not tell me she was adding gratuity or service fees. She got me for a quick $50 because I gave her a tip. She skipped past the bill so I would not see it. It took 45 min to get the appetizers. The greens had no seasoning. Overall the food was trash. The vibe was nice but that is it. They will not and never ever see me again. read more

Food was pretty decent, the vibe was chill. The waiter Daphne, was really nice and patient. I went on a Tuesday after a concert late night and it wasn't a long wait and was seated immediately. Great happy hour prices. Tacos (catfish) amazing. Boudin balls disgusting, Cajun eggrolls were very good and the chicken wings (holy honey sauce) they were pretty good. read more

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This place was terrible. If I could give this a negative rating I would. This place is absolutely terrible. The food was disgusting. The wall was leaking water. I went for Happy Hour to find out that was fake. They posted things on the Happy Hour menu and then the priced changed when they brought the bill. When they brought the bill they used digital and tried to hide 25% of fake fees on top of the food, and still expected a tip. I ordered a Spicy Margarita. It was obviously not one when I received it, and come to find out my waitress not a bartender made it and she did not have a clue. She used Vodka instead of Tequila which did not register to me until I got home. This was a terrible experience. It took me a day to realize how bad this place was. And the crazy part is I still walked out giving these people $100 for 2 people and the food was not worth a dime. It was absolutely disgusting. DO NOT GO TO THIS RESTAURANT. read more