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    Gotti's

    3.2 (417 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    GOTTI'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
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    Loud
    Good for groups

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    Steak, Catfish, Red Velvet Waffles
    Kalia A.

    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.

    Koko S.

    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.

    Catfish and crawfish Mac and cheese

    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

    Gotti's signature fish and shrimp
    Fallon L.

    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. ;)

    Creole Eggrolls
    Nena K.

    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.

    Creamy Beignet Bites
    Shea M.

    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.

    Nae M.

    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.

    Watermelon Lemon Drop
    Keabreone B.

    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!

    Kehmia T.

    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.

    Big daddy gumbo
    Kelley N.

    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!

    Mahwish S.

    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.

    Sean D.

    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!

    Catfish, shrimp, seafood rice
    Charlotte G.

    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.

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    I've eaten here numerous times. Always pleased with the food and the service! My favorite spot in Houston so far! GET THE WINGS

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    Great service ! Delicious food! Music took me way back and i loved it . Highly recommend .

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    10/10! I had such a good time. Service was amazing. Food and drinks are A1! Definitely can't wait to come back.

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    Mishayla was amazing! Best service ever! She was extremely sweet and on par with recommendations

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    Great service !!!! Monae was an excellent sever . Food and drinks were good ! Will be back soon for more fun

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    Food was amazing my server Omar was amazing and the music was great didn't have to wait long for anything and made sure my food was good

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    My server (Leah) was great! Very positive attitude and quick service. The food was tasty and the vibe was great. I will be back 12/10.

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    Ask the Community - Gotti's

    How is the parking situation?

    Street Parking

    Is the vibe good for a birthday for a 45 year old plus 10 guests?

    Yes the vibe would be great and the DJ will be on point

    Is it kid friendly?

    There were children there on the day I went for brunch. In my opinion, I wouldn't bring a child. The music is unedited and the crowd is having adult fun. Cursing, twerking, not kid friendly to me, but I did see all ages.

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