Absolutely Amazing Experience!
This was probably my third time visiting Juliet, and once again, it did not disappoint! My husband and I came to celebrate our 28th pastoral anniversary. Our church congregation gifted us the reservation as part of our anniversary celebration, so we were really looking forward to enjoying a nice evening together, and Juliet was the perfect choice.
I'll start with the one thing that still puzzles me a little: the parking. They offer valet as well as paid self-parking, but both options are literally right outside the restaurant in the same open parking area shared with other businesses. If I'm parking my own car, I personally feel like that option should probably be complimentary. But that was really my only little "hmmm" of the evening.
Once you walk inside, the experience begins!
Juliet has this really cool old-school movie theater vibe. The entrance looks and feels like a vintage theater lobby, complete with popcorn, movie-style candy, and even some nostalgic candy selections. It's such a fun touch and definitely makes the restaurant feel different from your typical upscale dining experience.
Once you move past the lobby into the restaurant, the atmosphere changes into something very stylish, intimate, and upscale.
We were greeted warmly and seated right away. The main dining area is connected to the bar area, which initially threw us off a little because I thought the more tucked away seating toward the back would be the main dining room. That back area is a little more cozy and intimate, with long bench style seating. We decided to remain in the main dining area, and it ended up being perfectly fine.
The SERVICE was absolutely top-tier.
One thing I really appreciated was how much the staff worked as a team. It wasn't just one server taking care of us. Different staff members would stop by, greet us, check on us, clear things away, and make sure we had everything we needed. You could really tell that providing excellent service is a team effort there.
We visited during Houston Restaurant Weeks and took advantage of their special three-course dinner menu benefiting the Houston Food Bank. We had to ask for the Restaurant Weeks menu, so that's something to keep in mind if you're visiting during the promotion.
At first, we wondered if the portions might be smaller because it was a special prix-fixe menu, but we were pleasantly surprised. The selections were great, the portions were satisfying, and the FOOD was absolutely delicious!
I ordered the short ribs and OH MY GOODNESS. They were incredibly tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. I would absolutely order them again.
My husband ordered the seafood pasta, and of course I had to taste his too. It was delicious! Both entrees were excellent, and the entire meal felt like a true dining experience rather than just dinner.
Juliet is also a beautiful place for a date night or special occasion. It has a romantic, intimate atmosphere without feeling overly stuffy. They have private dining rooms available for larger parties, outdoor seating, and several really cute areas for photos.
Even the restroom area has a beautiful flower wall that makes a great photo backdrop, and they have a photo booth style setup where you and your spouse, date, or friends can take pictures. I thought that was such a fun touch and a nice way to remember the evening.
Overall, we had an absolutely wonderful anniversary dinner. From the atmosphere to the service to the food, everything felt elevated and well done.
If you're looking for somewhere upscale for a birthday, anniversary, date night, girls' night, special event, or even an intimate dinner for two, I definitely recommend Juliet.
Great food. Excellent service. Beautiful atmosphere. And an experience that feels a little different from everywhere else.
Definitely one we'll continue coming back to! read more