This place has always been an amazing place to eat. The food selection is great in general. There are few items which you can say they are average. The ambiance for night dining is elegant and the lighting sets the right mood for a date or an intimate event. The brunch I felt it was too casual and zero dress code which downgrades it a bit. The service is very attentive however a little slow when busy. The price tag is a little high and to charge $5 for a refill of coke, I think it is a little out of place. Expect to pay about $50/person. Overall I love this place and probably deserves closer to 4.5 stars. I do recommend. read more

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

I came here for my cousin's rehearsal dinner; loved the back room that served our private party. Delicious salad and shrimp; I want to come back and try items off the menu. Complimentary valet (just tip) helps if parking is tough. read more

Hugo's - Wedding Rehearsal set meal choice: Shrimp! - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

Top valet parking service to begin with. Great staff and even more amazing and top quality Mexican food. Love it!

Omg the chips, guac, salsa was soo good. We also tried the shrimp and rice. The bistec empanadas, the Carne Brava * , and they had the best MARGS. Great restaurant for our double date! Our waitress was so nice and even gave us a Mexican candy shot which was also so good and smooth. Highly recommend read more

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I'm a fan of Chef Hugo Ortega's concepts! The food is amazing. It was a sweet added touch of providing a happy birthday card, but they did forget my complimentary birthday dessert. Not pictured is the Piramide de Chocolate and flan. read more

Hugo's - Empanadas de Platano - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The food here is amazing and the staff is so friendly giving us recommendations all night! The building is beautiful and this can be a great date night or family spot! read more

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It is our go to place when we are in Houston! 5 stars all around! Service, Food, and atmosphere makes it a very enjoyable dining experience! We Don't miss it when we are in town! Our guests always rave about the unforgettable experiences from years past up until last evening. It's part of our Houston trip! read more

Decided to give this place another shot, as our last time here was before the pandemic. My husband and I arrived around 10:30. Brunch buffet opens at 10am. You would definitely need to make a reservation for parties of more than 4. Our waiter was welcoming and efficient. He made sure to keep our table cleaned and replace the utensils as needed. As far as the buffet is concerned; Savory: Salads: papaya and citrus Ceviche (shrimp, octopus and fish) Small bites: veggie/ goat quesadillas Grilled veggies: carrots, broccolini & cauliflower Chips w/ red or green salsa Soup, duck mole, rice, beans Stuffed poblanos, tamales Chilaquiles, corn pudding, carnitas Dessert: Mexican hot chocolate Cookies, tarts, pastries Macarons, fresh fruit, fresh marshmallows Mouse cake, flan, churros, cheesecake bites My husband said his best bite was between the grilled veggies and the pineapple. I agree and have to add the veggie blue corn quesadillas as well "honorable mention." Pro Tip: Get the small bowels with the green and red salsa to keep on the table before you get your first plate. These salsas are the perfect punch of flavor and acid that each dish needs. read more

Hugo's - Cocktail menu - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

Everything! Food drinks service! Especially Sunday Brunch! I would definitely recommend this restaurant. It is a must whenever I visit Houston read more

First- the service was amazing. We originally had a dinner reservation scheduled for 7:30pm. We happened to be around the area at 6pm instead so we checked if we could be seated sooner. Not only did they seat us early, they served us quickly despite being moderately busy. They were very welcoming and kind. Our waiter was helpful with questions about the menu and even gave a few recommendations upon hearing it was our first time in. The food came out quickly. From appetizers, entrees, and dessert- it was all delicious. Upon hearing we were celebrating our anniversary- they brought out a complimentary dessert. The Chamorro De Puerco (slow roasted pork shank) practically melted off of the bone, it was perfectly cooked. Such an amazing flavor as well. Served with bean tamale on the side. The Taquitos De Pollo were perfectly fried. The flavor from the chicken and avocado-tomatillo salsa stood out to me the most- absolutely amazing. The chicken was nice and tender as well. The AGUACHILE DE LOMO DE RES (sliced beef tenderloin) practically melted in our mouths. Perfectly paired with their chips. The best for last- the Churros rellenos served with table-side, house-made hot chocolate. All I can say is- you'll have to try this for yourself. AMAZING. All around this is the perfect place to go for an enjoyable food and service experience. Perfect for date night. We will be going here again. Unreal. Amazing. Thank you for a great experience! read more

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Everything from the food to the service to the ambience was perfect. I loved that they have a separate vegetarian menu. The food was delicious, and our server was happy to make recommendations when we asked. We will be back! Leave room for the churros! read more

It's been sooo long since I've been to Hugo's. Everything was fantastic. Service was wonderful and the food was delicious! I was so happy they had Austin Hope offered by the liter. The scallops were soo good that I wanted to take some home for later. Everything was so fresh. I'm adding Hugo's to the top of my list for places to go. Can't wait to return! read more

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This might have been one of the best dining experiences I've had in Houston! I went with my mom and aunt to celebrate my aunt's birthday and Hugo's didn't disappoint. Every single dish we ordered was incredible. The highlights for us were the pulpo al carbon, callo de hacha, and mariscos al ajillo. Our server Miriam was fantastic and gave great wine and tequila recommendations. They even brought us a dessert to celebrate my aunt's birthday. I will absolutely be coming back to Hugo's, can't wait. read more

We were celebrating my husband's birthday-- from the host's greeting, to the birthday card at the table and special dessert, Hugo's made the event memorable. Edgardo was outstanding! The quality of the meal was what always brings us back -- all in all, an amazing experience! read more

It is our 7th time coming for Sunday brunch after the running the Houston marathon and brunch at Hugo's is as big a part of our tradition as the the race is! Best food, most options, fantastic price and the best tres leches cake I have ever eaten. read more

Amazing !! Everything was excellent from the moment we walked in to our table . Server was very nice and food was excellent definitely a return trip needed we ordered the yellowtail ceviche, grass hopper , cabrito, shrimp dish and steak. Their drinks were good . Overall a 10 /10 read more

Excellent food - no free chips & salsa but the guacamole and homemade chips were excellent. Food was good. We normally skip dessert but opted for the churros and chocolate ice cream plus delicious hot cocoa and a chocolate martini which was superb. The only negative was the noise level made quiet conversation difficult. We prefer a quieter atmosphere. But service and food were above average. read more

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! Hubby and I came here for date night last Sunday night for the first time. We were absolutely amazed with the food! I had the cabrito and he enjoyed the chicken enchiladas. We both loved--and loved is an understatement--our desserts!!! I ordered the caramel crepes with cajeta and he ordered the chocolate cake with dulce de leche cream. We shared, of course. Wow! Both desserts were rich and creamy. Just mouthwatering delicious! And the margaritas! We each drank 'The Greatest Margarita' and thoroughly enjoyed them. Our server was a tiny bit "distracted" and seemed almost tired and annoyed, but overall, she held it together. The atmosphere was lovely. Everything was great. From valet service to the clean bathrooms. We'll be coming back for sure!!! read more

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Came in for a lunch on a weekday with a group of 6! We were celebrating something and had made a reservation, but we arrived an hour early and were seating with no wait. Food was delicious! For apps, we got the octopus, plantains, and grasshoppers. The first two were great, but the grasshoppers were a bit too adventurous for my tastes. We got the two specials which were chicken enchiladas and a bistec, and both for great. They even brought out a little celebration dessert at the end. Margs and service were excellent as always! read more

Hugo's - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

Hugo's never disappoints! The brunch buffet was amazing as always--fresh, flavorful, and full of variety . The live music added the perfect touch to a relaxed weekend vibe . Service was excellent--friendly, fast, and on point . One of my all-time favorite brunch spots in town. Can't wait to come back! read more

What's better than fantastic Mexican food? A brunch buffet of it!! We stopped into Hugo's today as we were driving by Houston. It was so worth the detour. I will never be able to remember all the things on the buffet, but it included ceviche, quesadillas, tamales, enchiladas, 3 different types of chile rellenos (veggie, duck mole and chicken), corn pudding, eggs with jalapeño, spicy potatoes, several salad and roasted vegetable dishes, seafood rice, lamb, pork, ribs and brisket. The dessert bar was just as amazing - the tres leches cake was so good! Add to all the a great selection of mimosas and cocktails. Our server, Albert, was attentive and efficient. We loved this place and can't wait for our next visit to Houston! read more

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I've been hearing wonderful things about their Sunday Brunch Buffet. I'm so happy that I'm finally able to go. We got up early to get there at 10 am. I highly recommend it, otherwise call ahead of time for a reservation. They will accommodate large parties, which is great but they do seat parties of 2. I got a mi corazon mimosa with red grapefruit juice, lime, and simple syrup, refreshing. The spread for the buffet was a sight to see. They had heuvos rancheros, chilaquiles, goat birria quesodillas, menudo, gigantic tamales, ceviche, rice, refried beans, papas bravas, chile rellenos, stuffed bell peppers, carnitas, brisket cauliflower, brussels sprouts, fresh salsas, a gigantic dessert table. Everything was amazing, beyond expectations. Plus the presentation of each dish even though it was buffet style, was beautiful with flower garnishes and the staff was incredibly attentive with upkeep. They do have a Saturday Brunch, but I enjoyed being able to pick and choose what I wanted and trying new things that I haven't experienced before. This is the first place where I enjoyed having menudo, it was a deep red broth with tender tripe and hominy. I loved the poached egg on a corn bread, brisket tamale, carnitas, basically everything I had stood out. If I could, I'd love to go once a month, it's worth it. Service was outstanding and attentive without being overbearing. 10/10 would return again. read more

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One of my favorite Mexican restaurants in all of Houston!! A large variety of excellent margaritas that are poured tableside. Really enjoyed the birria tacos with lamb and the shrimp tostadas, and the ceviche verde was divine. Service was great too. Did one of their Sunday brunch buffets a while back as well and remember enjoying it!! Highly recommend read more

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Empanadas star of the show. Enchiladas hit the spot while also being crafty. Make sure to get the habanero salsa. Had a large togo order- service was quick! read more

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Not a place you want to miss out on! How does one go to Houston and not visit Hugo's?! Delicious doesn't begin to cover it. Everything about this place is incredible - right from appetizers to the desserts!! Even if you go just for desserts and cocktails, you wont be disappointed. I highly recommend the taquitos and you cannot go wrong with any of the dessert options, although the flan is easily the winner, for me! read more

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Had a great dinner at Hugo's last night. Two of us had the daily enchiladas which were beef short rib. The meat marinade was flavorful and I appreciated the fact that the amount of sauce didn't overwhelm the plate. The black beans had a perfect texture for the plate. We shared a bottle of rose sangria, and wished we had stuck with margaritas. It was just ok. The service was amazing. Very attentive but not overwhelming. We'll be back! read more

Hugo's - I got double beans instead of beans and rice. - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

Delicious Houston Restaurant Weeks Menu My favorite Mexican restaurant in Houston. Highly recommend the menu. Pictures- https://www.instagram.com/p/CvlOAiUrRec/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== read more

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Very good and unique. Service was good and atmosphere was very nice. I am glad we went but it has not been a highlight of our trip to Houston. read more

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Sunday brunch! I had to make reservations for a group of 6 with almost a week In advanced, and I know now why is that. Mexican food buffet style, when I say MEXICAN you know how strict and jealous I'm about my food, but this place is by the Oaxaca born and raised chef Hugo, so I knew I was going to an OG. The server took the time to explained to us how this kitchen Was organic and everything fresh in Mexico that's a given but I suspect in USA they have to make the remark as something extra special. The food everything I tried even though is buffet, you know how some places had buffet options that aren't that good, well this one is amazing, specially the bakery section, my sister in law went crazy with all the delicious options, we had a gárrase of mimosas and it was strong yummy and hit the point, the buffet comes with aguas frescas and/pr coffee, definitely worth the hype. I'll have to come during regular a la carte to try other things but I'm sure I will be satisfied. read more

Hugo's - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

Best margaritas (Hugo-ritas), best guacamole &chips, great Happy Hour menu, terrific staff and service, all around great time! Much appreciate Hugo's. read more

Super overpriced for mediocre food. No queso at a Mexican restaurant? Beyond me. Food isn't terrible but isn't anything special. Also only valet parking lot? I can't read more

We had a delightful early Sunday dinner on the tiny outdoor patio. The food, drink and service all rate a five star. The missing star is because the intimate little patio needs more plants and a water feature to make it complete. read more

Haven't been here in years but everything is still amazing! Definitely try anything with their seafood options because it's so delicious! My husband brought me to celebrate my birthday early and everything was 10/10. They have valet and go based off tip which they deserve super hard working & nice! We go inside sit at the bar and Chino the bartender attended us. He was very knowledge about everything , and super attentive. For food I ordered off the HRW menu and my husband ordered off the regular menu. I ordered the HRW Menú nuestro estilo ( because they do have like 2 other different options to choose from.) I would give it an 8/10 it wasn't bad but my husbands order was definitely way more delicious! But, the perk with HRW menu is being able to try about 4 different dishes ( appetizer, entree, desert etc.) My husband on the other hand ordered pulpo al carbon (appetizer) DELICIOUS!!! He also ordered for his main course MARISCOS AL AJILLO, so so so good! Their seafood options are 10/10. Also their salsa habanero was delicious! Thank you to the valet, chino , and the other servers we interacted with. The food, drinks and service is definitely worth what you're paying for. Can't wait to be back!!! read more

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This was a big party. They were so kind to accommodate us on the same day! Once again, this did not disappoint us. Table was ready. Our waitress was attentive and staff was quick to help serving. - Ceviche Verde : the catch of the day was snapper. Yum! - Mole de Olla : oxtail soup. Perfect for the odd chilly days in town. Great portion and flavor. Served with tortillas, onions, cilantro, lime! - rice : Spanish style or cilantro. I got the Spanish style and it was flavorful. You'll remember it by its unique serving in a pyramid shape. - barbacoa : slightly smaller in portion. May be suited for smaller appetites. I do wish they've served us water more promptly. Good photo op at the entrance. Parking is valet and complimentary. That helps! I do recall their exceptional Sunday brunch experience as well. May be on my list to come back and try again. With an empty stomach! :) read more

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Loved the food, ambience and service. Hugo has managed to keep his food at the top as he always has!

Very good service, enchiladas and margarita. Looking forward to returning. Highly recommend

Had dinner with a friend there last night and we had a great experience. The plantain empanadas and grilled octopus were delicious. We did get the grilled fish special with pumpkin seed sauce and it was done so well. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. We paired everything with a Mexican Sparkling wine and we left very satisfied with the food and the service we received from Edgardo. Will definitely return. read more

Great place for a fancy dinner! Food tastes amazing and the presentation is better! Service is fast and professional. Inside is very fancy and lighting is comfortable. Definitely coming back! read more

Hugo's - Tortilla Soup - Mexican Near Me - Houston, Texas

So good! Consistently awesome. I loved both the dinner and the brunch buffet. The cocktails were amazing and I've never had a bad bite.

There were hits and misses but overall it was a disappointing experience. 1) They refused our request to change tables for more privacy in a dining room that was mostly empty. We were seated next to a large group in the middle of the dining room and only wanted a little privacy. 2) The greatest margarita was ridiculously overpriced at $33 for a mediocre Margarita. When I saw the large glass it was served with I assumed the price was due to a larger size but then they only filled it just more than a 1/3 the way full. 3) The PULPO AL CARBÓN was outstanding. 4) The HONGOS EN MOLE were also wonderful. 5) They were out of the CALLO DE HACHA which is why my wife agreed to go there. 6) The TIRADITO DE MEDREGAL had great flavor but also was a small serving. 7) The BISTEC OAXAQUENO was extremely disappointing. The steak was inconsistently cooked, and it was bland. The mole sauce also had no flavor. I briefly thought to myself that I may have Covid because I was eating Mole and tasting nothing. 8) Je carnitas were ok. I actually had better Carnitas the morning before when I stopped for breakfast tacos. read more