Upping to five stars because they brought back the cordoniz a las brazas (quail entree)! Still as good as ever. The quail was perfectly grilled and tender, and the black frijoles that comes with it is very tasty. read more

Good food. Cool atmosphere. One of the top 100 restaurants in the country? Me thinks not.

Definitely a great Sunday Funday brunch spot! I would have given five stars if the hostess did not make sure to strictly seat us at our reservation time and not a minute earlier (I'm not even exaggerating). Our reservation was at 2:15 and our party arrived at around 2:00. Although we saw many open tables we were told we had to wait until exactly 2:15... Other than that I was very impressed with the Mexican style brunch buffet. Everything I tried was better and better. The only complaint I had would have to be the lamb chops that tasted a lot more like pork chops. I even went back to the buffet to make sure I did not misread the label as I am not a huge fan of pork chops. read more

Love Hugo's the food and service never disappoint. Excellent ceviche. A great place to go for a special occasion. Definitely want to try the brunch. read more

Went for a special occasion and loved everything we tried. Be warned however that they put peanuts out on the tables so it's not great for people with severe allergies. read more

We always love to go to Hugo's for special occasion or feel like splurge on weekend's dinner. Please make sure you make reservations since this place is always packed. We don't really like Mexican or Tex-Mex food but Hugo's is definitely not your typical Mexican food but rather fusion Mexican with a twist on it. Menu is expansive and tough to make a choice indeed:) read more

Very impressed by Hugo's from the start! LOVED the lamb barbacoa so much that I wished I'd gotten it the second time we came. Also, their cappuccino is probably the best one I've had, which I wasn't expecting! Amazing staff and nothing to complain about! read more

My favorite brunch buffet in town; I'm glad they have valet here cause you'll need it leaving. Full assortment of Mexican food and desserts including top 5 quality best tres leches! read more

I just love Hugo's - it's such a treat to come here . Everything is delicious , healthy Mexican options, not the texmex style, I also appreciate that they have a separate vegetarian menu which is rare in Houston. I got the fish of the day- it was light and flavorful . The vegetarian enchiladas were so delicious and I will be ordering this next time I go! Love this Houston staple, hope to come here for brunch soon. read more

I don't know why it's taken me so long to review but Hugo's has easily become one of my favorite restaurants alongside Caracol. I frequent Hugo's at least twice a month now. Their Happy Hour specials are a great value. The food is authentic. Every bite transports you to Mexico with the perfectly balanced flavors. All the servers are excellent and it's always a nice treat to speak to them in Spanish as they explain the ins and outs of the menu items. Every time I introduce someone to Hugo's, it becomes one of their new favorites as well. I recommend the Ceviche and/or Guacamole, Salsa y Totopos to start with. The carne brava and carnitas are amazing, the refritos and tortillas are second-to-none. The tacos de pescado are one of my favs on the HH menu and the enchiladas on the lunch menu are great too. For dessert, the churros with chocolate are a must! You won't ever regret visiting Hugo's. read more

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Dear Hugo's, please open up in Austin so we don't need to drive to Houston to eat there. Also I was unable to try everything on the menu. The main thing I liked about the food is that it is interesting and complex without the trying to hard problem austin restaurants have. I had the pork shank special and the sauce was fantastic on its own while only complimenting the meat. read more

I use to like this place. We had reservations for 9. The food was good as always. But the service is absolutely terrible. Drinks were great also but we never had a chance to order a second round. He didn't even mention desert although we were celebrating a birthday. To make up valet was quick and we found somewhere else to have desert and cocktails. read more

Hands down: the best brunch in Houston! Try to make reservations if you can. This is authentic Mexican food (not TexMex). Dinner here is also amazing and can be adventurous (grasshoppers anyone)? The waiters and staff here are very attentive also but not in an annoying way. There is such a variety of food on the brunch buffet. read more

It's rare that I write a 5-star review, so that means Hugo's MUST be good! The meat was cooked to perfection. I almost don't have the words to describe it. So tender, juicy, and flavorful. *Droool*. I recommend the Carne Bravawood and the Carnitas. It's expensive but worth every penny. I was happy with both the proportions and quality. Only thing negative I can say is that they have spicy peanuts instead of chips and salsa to munch on (don't mean to sound low class, but I like a good chips and salsa before a Mexican meal), and I didn't like the guac because it had an olive taste to me. Also, their parking lot is all valet. Free parking = limited street parking. I don't have anything to complain about service. I loved the classy ambiance. It's nice casual and would be a good place for a date or a small dinner party. read more

It's the real thing. Prices get a bit steep, but this is Haute Mex. My favorites are the bar food, as you get a broad sample of flavors. The duck mole tacos simply cannot be beat; Hugo's knows their mole. We like to come during happy hour, as the drink prices are very reasonable. Note that you have to ask for the happy hour prices, which I found a bit annoying; first time we went, we showed up in the middle of happy hour and asked for margaritas, and got Hugoritas for $7.50 a pop. Six hugoritas later, our check was a bit different than we expected (only reason not 5 stars). They were good margaritas, but it's the principle; during happy hour, you should always ask the client before serving them the more expensive version. Also FWIW, the happy hour mojitos are pretty darn good. A bit more soda than I'd like, but closest I've had outside of Miami. read more

This place is awesome! I came here for dinner with my boyfriend one night and the waiter was very helpful. My boyfriend had the ribeye and I had the red snapper (it was a special that night) and they were both really good. I would love to come here more often, but it is on the pricey side. The only thing that was a little disappointing was that the portion of refried beans that came with one of the entrees was really tiny. Overall, I'd highly recommend it! read more

We attended brunch. The food is authentic Mexican cuisine. My complaint is the hot food is not hot, only warm on the buffet table. The noise level is high so it is not a quiet place for brunch. When the music began it was very noisy. Not worth the price in my opinion. read more

If you haven't heard of Hugo's and their brunch, then you probably are new to Houston... This is the best brunch in town. Go for brunch, but come back for their dinner. They have amazing cochinita pibil, duck mole, and ceviche, and carne brava! read more

I was here like a month ago for the brunch on sunday the food was great! the barbacoa was delicious and the dessert were great! Is $40 per person but it's worth it! read more

Pretty good authentic Mexican, but very expensive for what you get. I would try other places in Houston before here.

We recently went back to Hugo's. Great experience. It was Mexico's Independence Day, September 16, The food was fantastic, we had cabrito and fried crickets. the tortillas, the sauce, everything. The wait staff was pretty great. Delicious Margaritas There were Mariachi's, which I adore. I even sang a song with them, pretty awesome. read more

Amazing. The food was fantastic. I went here for a Friday lunch. Perfect for taking guests.

Hugo's is one of my favorites! I must say I have tasted almost everything on the menu and have still not found an item I don't enjoy. The barbacoa made Number 5 on the list of Houston's best dishes. The chef presents its food in the professional and appetizing manner it should be served in. Hugo's also offers a vegetarian menu which I may add is very tasty. Sunday brunch is unique and the restaurant serves endless choices including a moist and flavorful tres leches cake. Although it is difficult to find upscale Mexican food, Hugo's does not disappoint. Do not leave this place without having a cup of hot chocolate! I went to Hugo's for Valentine's this year and although the hot chocolate was not part of the prefixed menu, our waiter still got me a cup. Oh, and free valet is a plus. read more

One of the best upscale Mexican restaurants in Houston

GO TO THE BRUNCH BUFFET. You will not regret it. Also, don't fret if you're a vegetarian. The buffet (and the regular menu) is so vegetarian friendly. I've been to Hugo's for a birthday dinner (highly recommend this place if you're looking for a large birthday dinner. there was a pre-set menu, mexican hot chocolate, and the band sings you happy birthday!), brunch, and my going away dinner. Definitely make a reservation before if you want to come here for brunch, because if you don't you WILL wait for a VERY long time. Love Hugos! It's always on my list of places to go whenever I'm back home. read more

I had the tuna tacos to start, they were delicious! Also, had the barbocoa, which was shredded lamb. It was mildly spicy, and so tender. The valet parking is free, which is always a plus in this neighborhood! read more

Just attended Sunday brunch. The place is nice but cramped. The food is good but nothing super spectacular. I was expecting much better flavors. Very expensive considering it's not that great. Not bad just meh, I wouldn't really recommend. read more

Hugo's - Sunday brunch - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

The menu contains some exotic items, but the food is only so-so in my opinion. Add the high prices, and you get three stars.

A quick trip to Houston brought us to Hugo's. Just give us the darn grasshopper and we'll be on our way! But of course it's a fancy Mexican place and we can't just take an insect and leave! So we tried the octopus ceviche, the lobster taco, and probably half the food listed on the menu. We love the food here! But not enough to drive 5 hrs just to get our Mexican food fix. The food is a bit pricey but hey, we had a great time! read more

I absolutely adore Hugo's! It's one of the rare gems that actually lives up to the hype. If you're looking for a stellar patio, the hunt stops here. Outside, large pine trees expand up to create a lovely canopy and, because the entire patio is surrounded by large walls, it's easy to forget you're sitting outside on the most trafficked street in Montrose. If you're headed out for dinner, make sure to call ahead for reservations. Hugo's is valet only but if you aren't feeling all that fancy, there is usually always free street parking in the neighborhood nearby. Happy hour is superb, but ends somewhat early at 6pm. Try a Texas Walkabout, a unique cocktail made with praline liqueur and a pepper (don't worry, it's mild!). If you have any dietary restrictions, Hugo's is very accommodating. Lots of vegan and gluten free options. read more

Everytime I've had brunch here it has never disappointed. In order to make the best of the experience I highly recommend making reservations a week or two in advance since the place is always packed for Sunday brunch. They have a brunch buffet and a dessert buffet. You'll find every taste of Mexico here and more. As an added bonus the live band on Sundays enhances the ambience. This place is a must if you want to taste excellent authentic Mexican cuisine. read more

The best food I have eaten in Texas. I come here after treatment at MD Anderson and it nourishes my soul. Love the vegetarian menu.

A place I've passed by many a time without ever noticing it. I will now though because the food is delicious upscale Mexican. Don't come looking for a burrito the size of your arm because these are high quality dishes. The service is also commendable. read more

First timers, dinner was good, Lechon was my favorite. Drinks were great, waiter was good. We had an issue with the Valet giving us someone else's keys, (i had a spare in my purse) so until we arrived home which is 30 mins away we realized we had the incorrect key. We called and another guest was upset because their keys were missing. We turned back, and drove the 30 mins again and fast to drop off the key! The mgr did not provide a gift card, gas card of any sorts for the mistake! we had to pay an extra hour to our sitter, and gas to drive back and forth, keep in mind the main highway we take was shut down for construction, so we had to detour another way. Manager could have been more appreciative towards our kindness we didn't need our spare key we could have picked it up during the week, but we didn't even get a THANK YOU! Sheesh. read more

My boyfriend and I went here on a Friday night. I had the Shrimp al mojo de ajo with white rice and veggies which was good for my liking . I had the Hugo Rita which was awesome ! The atmosphere is great very casual , parking can be tight , but they have valet . It's more of a Tex-mex place meaning if you are a true Mexican you won't really enjoy , but overall I liked it , I recommend it to everyone read more

Went today for my first time with my Dad. We both had the Cabrito (baby goat) and it was awesome. We also enjoyed several Margaritas and deserts that were from heaven.This is the fanciest Mexican food I have ever had and I have no regrets. The menu includes rabbit,grasshoppers,suckling pig,plus a lot of other Mexican food delicacies I have never seen anywhere else. I definitely want to go back and try more new things.The staff were super friendly and knowledgeable. read more

Ordered scallops and it was too salty. My friend has catch of the day, and it was salty as well. This place lost all the upscale appeal in terms of food aside from location and decor. They also need to upgrade their pos, not good with splitting checks. read more

Tried Hugo's happy hour today on the recommendation of a friend's uncle. We got the West Texas Walkabout and the Paloma Rustica. I found the West Texas Walkabout to be too sweet. The Paloma was super fresh. We split the street food platter which was AMAZING! we couldn't decide if we liked the tacos dorados de papas more or if it was the seafood tamal. The tacos were incredibly flavorful and so well balanced. The white fish inside the tamal was so tender and juicy with just the perfect amount of sauce. To finish the meal, we ordered the hazelnut mandarin bomb. The dark chocolate hard outer shell provides excellent textural contrast to the creamy mouse-like center. My boyfriend said it reminded him of a Ferraro Rocher on steroids. The mandarin sauce helped to balance the dish so that despite the richness, he could keep going back for the next bite. Would definitely recommend this to anyone! Weird rule, they have a few drinks on their menu that you can only order if you sit at the bar. Those drinks sounded the most interesting so we were disappointed that we could not order them at our table. read more

Amazing happy hour!!! Awesome wine!!!!! I had the Elyse wine and it is a petite Syrah. It was to die for. We sat at the bar! Very reasonably priced for happy hour. read more

This was the first restaurant I ever went to in Houston. I was downtrodden at the time (having just moved from Austin - missing that scene). However, Hugo's lifted my spirits right back up! It didn't hurt that the margaritas basically come in a fish bowl. Yum! And the FOOD!! Ok, it's a bit pricey in my opinion. But it's worth it. Everything, including the seafood, is so fresh and delicious. And the chairs are comfy. Crowd is varied. It's not a super trendy hotspot, but I've never been dissapointed. Ladies, bring a sweater! It's cold in there. read more