Everything was amazing! Our waiter Jose was very attentive, and laughed at my jokes! Absolutely recommend!

The food was ok. Fries came out cold. Prices are reasonable. Self parking available or valet if you prefer that. read more

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We had a wonderful experience here. After a work event we stopped in here for a drink and a bite to eat. The food is amazing! The staff is outstanding! Pricing is truly on point. Worth the trip to check this place out, read more

Great location right off the freeway with a parking garage and complimentary valet. Great for date night, girls night or a solo dinner . Fortunately I caught them on the last weekend of restaurant week. The decor is beautiful with homage to Houston. The staff is friendly and attentive and food fresh, seasoned and prepared well. Food: Bread Caesar Shrimp cocktail Steak frites Gulf fish with white wine caper sauce Key lime pie Chocolate peanut butter ganache tart Drinks: Bottle of Cabernet The restaurant is a little loud the murmur of customers mixed with live music made it a bit hard to hear those at my table at times. I love a good caesar yet the dressing was a little watery for my liking. The bread was dangerously delicious. Warm soft and airy. Everything else was exquisite. Fish flaky and fresh, steak cooked and seasoned well. I would enjoy rosemary in the fries served with it. The dessert was a highlight for me. The key lime was good very light. The chocolate dessert was decadent slightly dense yet very rich. It reminded me of a snickers or take 5 candy bar. I did enjoy the live music. I appreciate the staff packing the food the food valet at the end to remove the tacky to go bags littered across tables. The owner really took his time curating the atmosphere, decor and the food menu. Truly enjoyed my evening here and eager to return to try other items. read more

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What an absolutely amazing experience. ​One place that I really wanted to visit for HRW was Kirkwood, and I made it just in time. It is a beautiful restaurant. To me, the vibe felt like a fancy 1920s ballroom, but that could just be me. ​We arrived early so our table was not ready yet, and they invited us to sit at the bar while we waited. I ordered a dirty martini, and it did not disappoint. The bartender knew exactly what he was doing. It was perfectly balanced with just the right amount of olive brine. When our table was ready, the hostess came over to the bar, walked us to our table, and even carried our drinks over for us. That was definitely a good thing because I can be clumsy at times and probably would have ended up spilling mine everywhere. Shortly after we sat down, our server was right there taking our orders and offering flat or sparkling water. ​Let is be honest though, we were there for HRW. They had one of the best menus that I had seen for Houston Restaurant Weeks. It felt like they were offering half their regular menu for an amazing price. My friend and I always order different things so we can try as much as possible. Here is our breakdown: ​Bread Service: The bread and butter was delicious. It came out fresh and still warm from the kitchen. ​First Course: Shrimp Cocktail (5/5): The shrimp were large and cooked perfectly. I personally would have liked a little more horseradish in my cocktail sauce, but that is just my preference, not the restaurant's fault. Steak Tartare (5/5): I have never had steak tartare this good. The presentation was gorgeous and the flavor was spot on. ​Second Course: Gulf Fish (5/5): The market fish was redfish served with a beurre blanc and sauteed spinach. I do not know how they got the fish so crispy and flaky, and the sauce and spinach paired with it perfectly. Great from the first bite to the last. Steak Frites (4/5): Prime bavette steak with a brandy peppercorn cream sauce and fries. The steak itself was tender, juicy, and cooked to a perfect temp. The only reason this got four stars instead of five was that the fries were very dry and just did not live up to the standard of the rest of the plate. ​Third Course: Vanilla Bean Creme Brulee (5/5): It came with mini meringues and seasonal fruit. The custard was rich and creamy, but those little meringues were the real hit. They actually reminded me of the marshmallows in Lucky Charms in the best way possible. Key Lime Coupe (5/5): Key lime curd, graham crumble, and lime caviar. I was not prepared for this when I took my first bite. I mean, not at all. I have never tasted anything quite like it. Every single layer was executed with care, and that is the only way I can explain why it tasted so incredible. It was the perfect ending to an almost perfect meal. ​I also have to give a huge shoutout to our server, Mark. He was completely on top of everything and made sure we felt well taken care of the entire night. ​I am already looking forward to going back and working my way through the regular menu. Based on what we had tonight, I can not imagine the rest of their food being anything short of fantastic. read more

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We visited Kirkwood during Houston Restaurant Weeks, and I was really impressed that they didn't skimp on the portions just because we were ordering from the HRW menu. It took a while for us to get seated even though we had a reservation. I started with the French onion soup, which was delicious. It did arrive lukewarm, so I sent it back, but the staff handled it perfectly and brought me another one that was piping hot. My entrée was the Gulf fish, which was also delicious, and I had the vanilla bean crème brûlée for dessert. The crème brûlée was one of my favorites of the evening. We also tried the steak frites, which was really good. Of the four dessert choices on the HRW menu, I thought the crème brûlée and chocolate peanut ganache tart were the best. The service was impeccable. Mark was attentive, friendly and professional, and handled the soup issue perfectly. The restaurant itself is huge and beautiful. It was buzzing with people when we visited. There are lots of interesting details throughout the restaurant that tie back to Houston history and owner Mac Haik. There's an Astrodome-inspired dome at the front entrance, Oilers memorabilia and other personal touches. There are 2 bars and a cart that servers use to prepare and serve some of the restaurant's more theatrical drinks which is a fun touch. Parking is valet parking or self-parking in the garage. I'm glad we tried this place during Restaurant Weeks, and I'd definitely come back to explore more of the regular menu. read more

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Kirkwood you stole my heart for your curated drink experience, your ambiance, and your elevated dining experience! I visited with my sorority sisters for Houston Restaurant Week for a much needed girls night out! It's the perfect place for a night out with friends/family but it definitely gave me romance/date night vibes! From the moment I arrived Kirkwood set the tone with free valet parking! You're winning in my book if you offer this in Houston, let's just say you're a step above this rest!!! The decor is stunning and the hostess were friendly! Even the bathroom area is pretty, there is full length mirror for the girlies!!! Shout out to our server Caroline she was the sweetest, she persistently checked in, and was on top of things throughout dinner! The cocktails here are unique and were nicely balanced. They even had this custom "Martini Your Way" where you can build your own martini and even give it a unique name!!! We had the Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail and Little Gem Caesar Salad for our appetizers. Shrimp were fresh, as a Louisiana girl it was nostalgic to have what tasted like fresh gulf coast shrimp. The cocktail sauce tasted house made. Our salads had crisp lettuce and croutons were garlicky and crunchy! Exactly how I like them. Our main dishes (Gulf Red Fish, Steak and Frites, Short Rib Wagu) were great only feedback I have is that we found our proteins were a little overcooked. Additionally we found that the fries were a little over-salted. To be fair Kirkwood has only been open for 3 months and I think with time and feedback these are easy fixes! For dessert we choose different items to share. The Carmalized Banana Sundae was great but the ice cream melted too fast for me, it's a personal preference on my end. My friend loved it and said it felt like a sundae and shake merged! The Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee crust could have been glazed more but custard was rich and flavorful. Lastly, I had the Chocolate Peanut Ganache Tart, it was the best dessert out of the three! The chocolate was decedent, the homemade caramel sauce was cleaned off my plate, and the golden peanut crumble added the best crunch to the bite! We left Kirkwood full but also had a nice amount of leftovers. The coolest thing was our server packaged all our leftovers and bagged them. Then she proceeded to give us these copper numbers used to identify our bags! Our bags were taken to the hostess who distributed them to us on our way out. We loved this so much we took a cute photo of it! I highly recommend Kirkwood as it's not just your typical dinner it's an entire dinning experience!! I'll be back for dinner and I'd love to check out Happy Hour! read more

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Came for dinner with the girls and birthday celebrations ! Service - top notch service. from when i called them to update my reservation to our waitress remembering our names, every one was so nice & welcoming Kirkwood is a great setting for dinners, date night, birthdays, etc; it's aesthetically pleasing and the food tastes amazing. read more

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My friend and I came here for lunch during restaurant week. We had reservations for dinner but had to change them due to other reasons so I ordered off the Houston restaurant menu, but my friend did not because she was actually looking forward to the steak but it wasn't offered during the lunch. to start this place is beautiful from the lighting to the seating. Everything is just beautiful. The service as well was fantastic. All I can say is I enjoyed every single thing I ate and so did my friend. Our waitress was fabulous. I asked her about one of the drinks and she was like it's OK which told me no that's not what I wanted, but then I asked her about this espresso martini and she said that was more her speed and I'm glad I went with her recommendation because I ordered another one after I finished my first. My espresso martini was made to perfection. It was coffee and vodka just the way I like it and my friend ordered a spritz and then noticed that they offered a make your own martini and she went for that. She said the martini was amazing and she would've ordered another one, but we had something else to do. Both drinks came with an additional side drink, which was fabulous. I was given the cutest little to go tag for my spinach artichoke dip since I didn't finish. My friend and I both said many times that we cannot wait to go back. read more

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Good food, cool atmosphere and great service! Prices were fair too. I would go back again just for the rolls read more

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This was such a nice experience!! I drove up and they have complimentary valet. I walked in and headed straight to the bar for happy hour. The ambiance is NICE!!! I was impressed. Our server Devon was professional x10! He gave us the breakdown of the resturant owner Mac Haik and the Oilers history. He explained the resturant set up and menu. We were sad his shift end mid visit! He was great. I had 3 lemon drops and let's just say I slept well!! We had to bread service that came with roasted tomato butter..didn't like that so we got regular butter. The spinach dip was okay..maybe too cheesy. The wings were awesome. Disclosures..its pickled ranch on top.. you might want it on the side. The sliders were awesome as well. That meat was tender. The fried oysters were very small in size, few in number, but good! The later it got, the busier it got. The vibe definitely turned up some closer to 6. The regular menu seems okay..wish it had more variety. I would definitely come back if in the area. read more

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I went there for lunch because it was close to my workplace and it's a really nice, upper scale establishment. They require reservation and they also have a waiting seating area. The interior is modern elegant with a lot of natural light and wooden accents. Physically, it's very beautiful and aesthetic inside. They have around maybe 50 to 60 people worth of seating both booths and tables. They have a pretty comprehensive menu. With a lot of different options with wrapped sandwiches, etc. I think it's a very varied menu so everyone in your party has options. I didn't try the cocktails, but they also have a lot on the menu. The table comes with the basket of bread. I ordered the avocado club and it came with a side of fries. The side of fries were very delicious and it was a good amount for the order. The size of the sandwich itself also was enough for lunch and leftovers for the next day. The presentation, the food was very elegant and it was overall very good sandwich. Service was a little on the slower side. But the waiter was very attentive. They give you the option also to pay by digital with a QR code on the receipt. However, the QR code was not working for me so I had to wait for the waiter to physically take my card. They pack the takeout for you and they also bring it to the front for you to take when you leave, which I've never had happened before. I will warn that the day that I went, the restaurant was packed for lunch so I would either get there early or make a reservation. read more

Kirkwood - Turkey Avocado Club - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

It was a Spontaneous Saturday Lunch during Houston Restaurant Week. Parking was easy, you can either park in the garage which is a couple minutes away or there is complementary valet. The lunch experience was amazing. When I arrived the front hostesses was very welcoming and friendly. It was very pleasantly bright in the dining area but not too bright. Nathan our waiter did a phenomenal job. He was super helpful with selecting some wine. The place was not packed. The food was delicious , we had the shrimp cocktail and spinach artichoke dip. For lunch entrees we ordered the wagyu burger with fries and the chicken under brick. The chicken was juicy and delicious. The burger was perfectly cooked. I definitely will be going back for dinner and highly recommend this place to everyone . read more

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I hate leaving negative reviews, but unfortunately the food was mediocre and the service was disappointing. I came here to celebrate my friend's birthday and was truly underwhelmed by the experience. Our server seemed largely inattentive and rarely checked on our table throughout the evening. To make matters worse, the USA soccer game was on, making the restaurant extremely loud and not ideal for a special occasion. The complimentary bread service was the highlight of the meal--the sun-dried tomato butter was phenomenal. However, my steak frites was overly salty and fell short of expectations. What was most frustrating was the birthday dessert situation. I specifically asked our server if my friend would receive a complimentary birthday treat, and he said yes. Later, he apologized for forgetting, but then proceeded to charge her for the crème brûlée. Had we known it wasn't complimentary, she would have chosen a different dessert instead of the one he suggested. Aside from the beautiful atmosphere, there wasn't much that stood out positively. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I cannot recommend this restaurant and would not return. read more

Kirkwood - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

Highly Recommend! We live in the neighborhood and it's awesome to finally have a nice place to go to for cocktails and good food. This area really needed something like this. Great service and the restaurant was very nice and organized with good ambiance. We sat at the bar and watched some of the game with our meal. Service was excellent. Staff were very nice and helpful. Food was excellent. Everything we had was fresh. We had the short Rib with mash potatoes and it was excellent. The Cesar salad is very good as well and you can tell it's fresh and not dressing out of a bottle. They have a "sun room" in the back with a bar and that room is very nice. We didn't see it until the end but would be a great place for dinner. Ty the bartender was great. read more

I really enjoyed the atmosphere here. It was upscale so business casual is a must. The valet is complimentary so I thought that was a nice addition to the restaurant. The inside actually is bigger than I thought it would be. There was a sunroom and they had two bars-one in the front and one in the back. It did take awhile to get my burger. I ordered the kirkwood burger and it was tasty. The meat was cooked well and the juices and flavors were delicious. The fries are thin shoestring type of fries and you get plenty of it. I also tried the shrimp cocktail and I loved the cocktail sauces that it came with and the shrimp tasted fresh. I would most definitely come back here. Service was great too. read more

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Some restaurants sweep you off your feet the moment you walk through the door, and Kirkwood certainly knows how to make a first impression. The interior is beautiful, elegant, warm, and sophisticated. We were seated immediately, and I must mention the chairs. Oh, those chairs. Buttery-soft leather and unbelievably comfortable. Sitting in one was an absolute dream. We arrived around 9 PM and expected things to be winding down since they close at 10, but the restaurant was still very lively. There was a noticeable cacophony of sounds throughout the room. Not so loud that we couldn't hear each other across the table, but certainly louder than we expected that late in the evening. Unfortunately, the food didn't quite live up to the ambience. We ordered from the Houston Restaurant Weeks menu. My French onion soup arrived piping hot but lacked flavor and was missing that traditional layer of Gruyère that makes the dish so comforting. I upgraded to the pork chop, but sadly had the same experience: beautifully presented, yet surprisingly lacking in flavor. My partner felt much the same about his ragu pasta. And then came dessert. The chocolate peanut butter ganache tart was absolutely delicious and easily the highlight of the meal. Kirkwood is undeniably beautiful, and the complimentary valet is a lovely touch. If you're going primarily for the ambience (and perhaps those heavenly chairs), it's worth experiencing. But if the food is the main attraction, our evening unfortunately left us wanting more. read more

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New spot in Houston! I would say the vibes are definitely great and upscale. Definitely would come back for drinks. Make a reservation for sure since the new place. This is a very Instagram where the environment and I would say it's mostly adult friendly. There's a back bar as well that has a fire pit and great vibes for you to sit at quietly. The food was OK. I would say it wasn't the most flavorful. I got the chicken under a brick and it was very salty. The lychee martinis if you ask for it are to die for We came on a Friday night, so there was valet service and free parking in the garage. I would come back for the vibe and the drinks since it's right by my house. Separate bathrooms, read more

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Ambiance is amazing, upscale lounge vibes. Full bar. Lots of seating. They have 2 bar areas. Amy our server was amazing so kind and accommodating and took time to go through the menu for us and recommend. We just did happy hour menu tried one of each. The spinach artichoke dip was so good, fried clams were good with the pink sauce, the slider was good. I thought the Mac balls were a little dry but good with the sauce. Fries were classic. Parking in the garage spots are limited if it's busy but you can also valet. We've heard the dinner food is good so we will go back and try more! read more

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Food was ok .. ordered the ribeye, it was very chewy.. not impressed. The manager was nice to apologize and let us try the filet mignon to compensate for the dissatisfaction of the ribeye, still wasn't impressed. However the dessert and drinks were good. Considering Houston having many restaurants, they should up their game on the food, nothing special to make me want to come back. Restaurant was spacious and pretty but that's about it. read more

I was excited to hear the news that Mac Haik had opened an upscale new American restaurant in the Energy Corridor. My wife and I's anniversary was coming up so we booked a reservation to check out the new spot in order to celebrate. Long before he became synonymous with car dealerships, Mac Haik was famous for his football career, first at Ole Miss, and then as wide receiver for the Houston Oilers. Much of the restaurant's design and decor reflects Mac's personal history. The moment you walk in and are greeted by the hostess, if you look up, you'll see a beautiful rendition of the Astrodome's famous domed ceiling hovering above you. When you walk through the hallways, they're lined with countless photographs and keepsakes from Mac's college and NFL football days. Even the restaurant's symbol, a magnolia, is a reference to his home state of Mississippi. The dining area boasts lounge seating for drinks, a long wrap around bar top, open kitchen, and countless leather and copper wrapped booths for an intimate dining experience. Long story short, it's a beautiful restaurant, that does an excellent job celebrating one of Houston's adopted sons. Unfortunately, the service and even the food didn't match the wow factor of the buildout and decor... The entire evening's service was just a mess. Our waitress greeted us and took our cocktail and appetizer orders, brought everything out to us, and then disappeared for what felt like 30 minutes. Our cocktails were empty, appetizers eaten, and we were ready to order more food, but we couldn't find a server to save us. The waitress eventually reemerged, took our entree orders, and we asked for the wine list so we could order a bottle with our dinner. She left to go get that wine list, and again disappeared on us. Our entrees arrived, but still no wine list, so we went back to craning our necks trying to wave down anyone to help us. We got the attention of another waiter, who then got our waitress and we got that wine order in to pair with our now not so hot meal. Finally, after eating our entrees and enjoying the wine, my wife left for the bathroom and the waitress thought that was the best time to bring out our "Happy Anniversary" dessert, while she wasn't at the table... When we finished the dessert, the waitress swooped in with the bill and didn't ask if we wanted after dinner drinks, coffee, or joke about another dessert. The whole interaction start to finish was just sloppy. It felt like the staff wasn't trained for fine dining whatsoever. We started with the tuna tartare, and for mains, I had one of the specials which was grilled grouper, and my wife ordered the steak frites. All dishes were fine and executed correctly, but there wasn't really any standout bites. Everything was fairly meh. The menu overall plays it safe offering old standards and very little in the way of noteworthy or innovative dishes. Beautiful restaurant, but not quite the touchdown we were rooting for. (couldn't help myself) Don't throw the place out on one review from one visit though. Maybe they're much better suited for a business lunch, or happy hour before leaving the office for home. I work nearby, and if I find myself going again, I'll be sure to update my review. read more

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This place was an amazing experience from entry to exit. The staff was so kind and personable, the interior decor was beautiful, and that day in particular, was the first day they had live music playing. It was a wonderful experience. I came here after my birthday to celebrate with a close friend and our waiter definitely made the experience worth it. The food and drinks were 10/10 and the service was a 12/10. I would 100% come back even if just to sit at the bar. read more

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Kirkwood had been on my list since opening, and it did not disappoint. We had a reservation for six and were promptly seated in one of the dining areas featuring a beautiful circular bar and adjoining lounge space. The entire restaurant is gorgeous. Chic, classy, cozy, and intimate with different spaces throughout. Great for a date night, group dinner, or even just drinks to start the night. I had the Petal Pusher Pour-Over, French onion soup, and steak frites. Everything was delicious, and our waitress was knowledgeable and attentive. I also loved the thoughtful touches, like choosing our own steak knives and receiving little keychains to exchange for our bagged leftovers on the way out. Beautiful space, great service, and an overall great experience. I'll definitely be back. read more

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We went for Houston restaurant week, and it was easily the best experience we've had so far. Beautiful, upscale interior decor, and there is enough space per person. Extremely attentive staff with well timed water refills. Food: Complimentary bread was very soft, and intentionally brushed with fat on top so it glistened, and it was accompanied by a nice butter, mildly sour, cutting through the richness of the other components. My cocktail shrimp were the plumpest ones I've had, and the cocktail sauce was well balanced with horseradish mixed in. The pita with spinach artichoke dip was very well presented, with alternating soft and crispy pita triangles, layered on top of each other. The prime rib French dip: easily the centerpiece of the whole meal. Slice of prime rib was perfectly seared on the outside edges. It was just enough horseradish to cut through the richness, the bread was the perfect amount of crisp exterior and fluffy interior. The quality of the caramelized,onions were top notch as well. The actual dip was very beefy, and brought the whole sandwich together. The Pappardelle ragú: no notes, all around good pasta Chicken under a brick : great presentation, great sear, light jus, excellent presentation read more

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Absolutely amazing food! The service is always so great especially at the bar. My dad loves this place a lot and always recommends it to people in town. read more

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The experience at Kirkwood's was nothing short of humiliating. Before my girl even reached the table, the hostess chased her down and told her she had to wear a shawl because her outfit was supposedly "too revealing." She was wearing a tasteful blue halter top, long pants, and zero cleavage showing. There was nothing vulgar, inappropriate, or excessive about her outfit that justified being publicly singled out and embarrassed. What was even more concerning was that after looking around the restaurant, it was clear that other patrons were wearing short and significantly more revealing clothing, yet no one else was asked to cover up and there were no other shawls in sight. A quick look through Kirkwood's own online photos further reinforces this concern, showing guests wearing outfits that were far more revealing than what my girl was wearing. This made the situation feel less like a dress code being enforced and more like my girl was personally targeted a quick glance around the dining room confirmed that. She holds a medical doctorate degree, carries herself with professionalism and class, and deserved to be treated with the same respect as any other guest. The way she was singled out left her feeling that she had experienced racial discrimination. Her family immigrated to the United States to escape discrimination and to build a life in a country that represents freedom and equal treatment. To have an experience that made her feel judged, targeted, and unwelcome because of who she is was deeply upsetting. If Kirkwood's has a dress code, it should be clearly communicated and applied consistently to every guest not selectively based on one employee's personal opinion. A restaurant should make guests feel welcomed, not embarrassed or singled out. I also have to mention that the food did not justify the experience. Aside from the ragu, the meal was disappointing. The hamachi tasted old, the drinks were bland, and the Brussels sprouts were burnt. I expect management to reach out regarding this incident and take appropriate action, including proper training for their staff on how to handle situations like this with professionalism, consistency, and respect. No guest should leave a restaurant feeling humiliated or questioning whether they were treated differently because of their race or appearance. Failure to do so will only result in local media becoming aware. I hope management takes this seriously and ensures that no other guest has to experience something similar. read more

Kirkwood - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

We went to dinner to celebrate the birthdays of two of our friends. It's only been open since April so not a big menu! Very relaxing atmosphere! The short rib ragu was yummy and pasta was al dente. The ravioli was tasty! Now the Berry Hibiscus Fizz needs more fizz to really bring the drink together! My favorite thing was the dessert the Creme brulee was smooth and very nice mouth feel! The service was good and we enjoyed the birthday desserts for our friends! I would come back! I also like there was parking in the garage!!! read more

Kirkwood - Truffle Parmesan Ravioli - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Recent visit to Kirkwood turn out to be a great new restaurant by Mac Haik Enterprises on the ground floor of one of his office buildings. The Sesame Ahi Tuna was seared perfectly and was the outstanding dish of the evening. Little Gem Caesar was a nice twist on an old classic and the second best dish. French Dip was "good" but not as good as the old Houston's or Lorenzo's. The Steak Frites was a nice piece of flap steak cooked medium rare which was tender and had a great flavor. Definitely a spot to put on your dining out list, it's going onto our "go list" for sure. read more

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I love this place. The owner which is Mac Haik who played for the oilers and owns some dealerships in the city set the tone with fine dining. The decor gave a modern old Hollywood glam vibe. I was just in awe touring this restaurant. He paid homage to his mother and wife by naming rooms in their honor. They offer valet parking for a fee as well as free parking in a nearby parking garage. The customer service was top tier. The food was amazing. They offer free rolls which came straight out of the oven. They were soft and pillowy. The butter that came with it was different but good. I am not sure what it was. We came during Houston Restaurant Weeks. On the lunch menu I ordered the jumbo shrimp cocktail and the chicken under a brink. The only things they need to change is they didn't devein the shrimp very well. Also, the chicken needed a little bit of more seasoning. For the desert I ordered the caramelized banana sundae. It was yummy. I really need to know where they got that pecan brittle! I will definitely come back to try something different. Besides the dessert I do not think I would order what I got. read more

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Beautiful place! Food was delicious! Service was perfect! Very sweet amd informative! read more

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Food felt kind of ordinary, service was great and what a gorgeous restaurant disguised as an office building. This place is an ode to Mac Haik before he was known for car dealerships. The restaurant houses beautiful pieces of his Oiler days memorabilia. Part of the ceiling areas represent the Historic Astrodome shape and the magnolia insignia represents his early ole miss days. It's elegant, yet casual, comfortable yet functional, cozy yet extremely spacious. I will be back with my lunching friends to take pictures as I understand it's lunch offerings are more diverse than the dinner menu My three star review reflects that the FOOD to me is a little more important than the looks. Definitely 5 stars for atmosphere and surroundings read more

Had to update my review, since I came here and had a better experience! On my second visit, I was a little more familiar with the restaurant, and probably ordered things more to my taste. This time, I enjoyed an espresso martini with the truffle parmesan ravioli, and it was delicious! The espresso martini is so cute, and the extra portion comes in a little carafe. I also had the chicken on a brick this time, with mashed potatoes instead of the fingerling potatoes, and we tried the spinach artichoke dip and the charred broccolini. The chicken on a brick was good, and I actually really enjoyed the charred broccolini. The spinach and artichoke dip was good but a little too cheesy for me, there was so little actual spinach and artichoke. Still good, just not my favorite and I'd probably order the cacio e pepe frittatini again over it. The service was also great. While during my last visit I felt that the staff was being a little too accommodating and efficient, there was a better pace during this visit and I didn't feel rushed to finish my dining experience. Would come again - glad Kirkwood is hitting it off! read more

Kirkwood - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Well the restaurant is beautiful and pretty to look at! The manager was very professional when he visited my table. Now onto food! First course- French onion soup- as many times that I've made this and many places I've eaten it- this was the worst tasting soup. My friends kept trying to figure out why it was so bad- total disaster! Second course- I ordered the fish with spinach and sauce. Well spinach was exactly that, pile of unseasoned greens , bitter . Fish barely warm and when the service went to pour sauce she has to shake it out like mayo stuck at bottom of jar. I questioned on why the sauce was cold and congealed and server said " it has capers and that make is thick"! So I didn't eat it and they boxed it up and I let them keep it. 3rd course- crème brûlée - custard had little flavor and sugar top wA chewy! The meringues cookies on top were like eating corn nuts! Restaurant looks pretty but food was awful. My buddies ordered that key lime and wow- tart, extremely lime flavored, super sweet mess. read more

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Gem in the Energy Corridor! Kirkwood is an absolute winner! From the welcoming staff to the excellent table service, the hospitality here is top-notch. * Drinks: Fantastic drink menu with a great selection of handcrafted options. * Food: Everything was outstanding! The steaks were tender, the fish was incredibly fresh, and the sides were fantastic. This place will not disappoint--an easy 5 out of 5. I will be coming back read more

Jose & Jonathan were so kind and attentive during our entire dining experience. My husband and ai came to celebrate his birthday and even surprised him with a birthday dessert! From beginning to end they made us feel at home and really gave great recommendations like the Truffle Parmesan Ravioli and the Filet Mignon. We will definitely be back to dive into the cocktail menu! read more

Kirkwood - Crème Brûlée - American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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New restaurant with great prepared and presented food. Ambiance great. Service great. read more

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The restaurant is inside the Energy Tower. There is ample parking in the garage and valet service is an available as well. The hostess is welcoming as well as the ambiance of the restaurant once you open the copper doors. I like the corner living room section upon walking into the main dining hall. I can foresee plenty of happy hour chats with an old fashion in hand. I look forward to my next dining experience. Fantastic service with Raphael. Ideal portion sized food and tasty drinks. read more

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"All the girls up front had a attitude - rolled eyes, leaning on countertop, even yawning - had a 715p reservation - didn't get seated till 745p with no explanation as to why or how long we would have to wait - no acknowledgment of the birthday girl even though I put it on reservation booking. Thought it was convenient when we asked for a purse hanger they had no more - waiter super nice, food not that great at all ...except the house bread and Brussel sprouts - ambiance pretty but definitely would not come back... read more

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This place is a welcome addition to the west side of town, especially for us quality starved Katy residents. As soon as you valet, you're greeted by a pair of gigantic doors (that you won't have to open yourself) and a friendly host stand. Once seated, the bar menu has great variety and we decided to try everything we could that sounded summery. The spritz, both margaritas, and the martini were all major hits, cheers to the bartenders for that. Food-wise, we started with the cacio frittatinis or whatever they call those. Basically a twist on arancini with a vodka dipping sauce, both of which were delightful. We also had the tuna app which was fresh and delicious. My wife and I split the ravioli and the arugula and apple salad. Highly recommend both, each were prepped with high quality, complimentary ingredients and seemed well thought out. Service was also stellar, drinks and food were fetched with haste and the table stayed pre-bussed the entire evening. Overall would absolutely recommend coming here. Or don't, more tables for me. Oh and they have matchbooks! Love that trend. read more

I went to try this place for the for time, the place were open if was about 12:00 pm. I walk in and there was No one there, some approach to me as ask to be seated. But the guy said there wasn't open yet until 2:00 pm.!!!! This doesn't make send to me. And I just turned around and went to another place. read more