I came here for Sunday brunch. I was surprised that there weren't a lot of brunch offerings that appealed to me. I ended up getting the "truffled toad in a hole"--with chicken sausage. The sausage was links instead of crumbles. The truffled flavor was very subtle. It was just kind of a bland meal in general, and not what I was hoping for. It was frigid inside, so we sat outside, and even though it was October, it was very unpleasant and there wasn't much airflow. Our waiter was very upbeat and wanted to be accommodating, so that was nice. Everyone liked their food well enough, but I wouldn't say anyone was wowed. Also, parking is totally valet. There's a lot across the street where it's ok to park when the business building is closed, but the restaurant staff advised against parking in any other non-valet area. I'd come back if they periodically rotate their menu, as not much appealed to me. read more

The cure for a long and challenging day is a good meal. What constitutes a "good meal," a taco truck, a higher end meal, potted meat sandwich? Tonight, it's Latuli. I've had some great experiences with Jordan and his bourbon flights, but tonight we sit at the bar for the first time and see what this side of the restaurant is about. Laughter with glasses clinging in the background sounds like my type of white noise. Chris started off with a friendly greeting and optimal chilled martinis. I already feel cured. What else cures a long hard day you ask...caviar service...Golden Reserve Caviar Service...nuff' said. If you have the time to show yourself some self love...just get the caviar service, with an invite, I'll split it with you because it is a must try. After giving Chris a happy plate of emptiness, we go for the ribeye and Denver K cut. They know how to cook a steak to proper temp here and I can appreciate that. My k cut was soothing to my soul, but can we talk about the fingerlings cooked in duck fat? Put my leather belt in there next time, render it in duck fat and I'll eat that too! It was so good I neglected to capture it for you. I'm not much of a sweet tooth, but what pairs well with a carajillo...a fried honeycomb cheesecake. The honeycomb is almost like toffee...sticks to your teeth while you wash your worries away with a stout carajillo. So I started here with a long day, ended with a full belly and a smile. I'd say it was a great day. Thank you Latuli for always making it a good day. Cheers! read more

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Gorgeous! I've been wanting to try this restaurant since it opened recently, and I was blown away by the beautiful decor and ambiance! The servers were super friendly and considerate, and the food was spectacular for the most part. The bread service is a must. It comes with their house yeast rolls that were perfectly chewy with an excellent flavor that paired wonderfully with the whipped butter and jalepeno/poblano jelly. The Gruyère corn bread was okay and slightly too sweet for my taste. The Gulf Shrimp cocktail was okay and was served with 3 different sauces. The Double Dip was super craveable and unique. The kennebac chips had a super crispy texture and went well with the redfish dip and pimento cheese. My main course was the Roasted Grouper which was slightly disappointing. The fish didn't have a lot of flavor other than butter and the corn pudding was a little strange and an odd pairing in my opinion. The House French Fries are a must try. The potato texture was perfect and the garlic aioli was delicious. The Batata Brava was also a must try. The sweet potatoes were super pillowy and they were coated with a delectable sauce and paired with diced pecans. On to dessert: The 7 layer chocolate sheet cake was excellent with so many different textures and flavors! The spiced peach cobbler was also delicious and the brown butter crumble really made it even better. My diagnosis: beautiful decor with good food where certain dishes are hit or miss. read more

Latuli - Grouper - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This was our 2nd stop on our food scene tour of Houston. We had reservations on a Thursday night to sit on the patio (thank you, Katie!) I was immediately struck by the atmosphere both indoors and outdoors where guest's comfort was in mind with every detail. There was even a sofa chair in the bathroom. Back at our table, we started with cocktails and bread service. I'm not sure that I've ever been blown away by a bread service, but the dinner rolls and corn bread brought out in a cast iron dish were an immediate stunner. The assortment of butters (I think the sumac was my favorite) had us keep this starter on our table throughout the entirety of our meal. Continuing with the apps, we felt we had to order the shrimp spring rolls. They were light and crispy and the sweet chili dipping sauce they came with rounded out my taste buds perfectly. I love that they didn't skimp on the shrimp. The entire shrimp was inside that roll. Deciding we were going to be sharing everything, we also threw in the chicken & hummus which were essentially perfectly fried chicken fingers in a bowl of tasty hummus with vegetables and some spices mixed in, served with pita on the side. A simple but memorable favorite I wish I had readily available at home. For our mains we ordered the snapper, cacio e pepe, and caesar salad to pass around the table. The snapper was delicate and buttery, a light protein that was a fresh in season catch. Same with the Caesar salad. You know what you're getting into with it (most of the time), and it was well done for a healthy tasty staple for the table. The cacio e pepe was unexpected, in that it was also simple to the eyes, however tasted incredible. Each of us agreed it was a favorite of the evening and kept passing it around until the last bite. Overall, I loved the atmosphere and our meal here and I'd recommend Latuli to anyone who's visiting the area or already or a local. read more

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Really odd dining experience which was surprising given how well reviewed this place is. My two friends and I stopped by around 4:45 after work in the middle of the week and were immediately told we could only sit at the bar or outside. When we left the restaurant over an hour later, the entire inside was still empty aside from like two tables. We ended up sitting outside, our server was a bit odd, he wouldn't give us the dinner menu because they "hadn't started dinner service yet" but given we were only a few minutes away from it beginning by that point we wanted to take a look at it so we could be prepared to order once it was time. We ordered a margherita pizza and when offered meat toppings, said we preferred none because my Muslim friend couldn't have pork. He proceeded to bring out a pepperoni pizza, we sent it back and it took another 15-20 min for the plain to come out, we were still charged for it AND for the extra pepperoni we didn't ask for/sent back. The rest of the food was just okay, not at all redeeming the lacking service and weird vibes. The waiter was also having a hard time describing some of the menu items. The boar ragu tasted like pasta with tomato sauce and ground meat that I could make at home, no unique dimension of flavor which was disappointing for $30. At the end the server asked us if we had "come from school" while we were clearly dressed in business clothing with work bags and had been discussing work during our dinner, and while I don't think it was purposefully ill intentioned, it came off a bit belittling and awkward. Didn't help that the only parking option was valet for $8. Overall we all agreed we would not return nor recommend, so many better spots for food in Houston with better service read more

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Delicious! From the first to the last bite this entire meal was perfect! The acidity in the slaw with the slightly sweet crab cake. The light crust on the cornbread. The well cooked fish to the al dente vegetables were all fabulous! Our server, Enrique, knew the menu from top to bottom and all the flavor profiles of menu were amazing. Kudos. It is however very loud with all the hard surfaces read more

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Ordered from the Restaurant Week menu and it was amazing! Service was on point and atmosphere was modern classic. Attention was paid to every detail. Tomato salad, chicken milanese, and panna cotta did not disappoint. Note, valet only. read more

We heard about this place from Texas Monthly. It's worth ALL the hype! The dining room is beautiful. (The patio and bar are area are equally pretty.) We tried many dishes- the bread service-don't miss this. Those rolls are worth every carb! Chicken and hummus-I thought it was meh, compared to the many items we enjoyed. But the rest of the table really enjoyed it. Corn dogs-special item for the rodeo. They were very, very good and should be a permanent addition to the menu. My husband I shared the boar Ragu and crab cake. (I can't remember what the other couple had as their mains) The crab cake was very tasty. But that ragu was the star. Amazing. We've recently returned from Tuscany and this dish compared to those. The pasta was perfect al dente. And the boar was perfectly cooked and seasoned. We tried several cocktails. I had the cactus kick. Yum! Hubby had a few whiskey drinks. And we also had the margarita Jell-O shots. Fun! And dessert. The lemon tart and blackberry cobbler. Daniel was our main server. There were several additional servers, who always kept our table clean and water glasses filled. Thank you, Manuel, for great service, too. Daniel was exceptional. Professional and friendly, attentive but not intrusive. It was a great evening and we will be back! read more

Good menu. I had mussels and fries and they did not disappoint! Others with me all loved their food choices. Service was excellent. Main dining room is open area so you do get a lot of chatter and it can get loud. Also, there is an outdoor patio for dinning as well. read more

Wesley absolutely made this experience something special. Food was spectacular and recommendations fit what ever person was looking for. Thank you Wesley! read more

It was all of our first time here at Latuli and it was a fun place to celebrate a birthday or just have a dinner out. The ambiance was nice , with cozy dim lighting and low upbeat music. We ordered a bunch of shareable plates such a chicken and hummus, fries, mussels, pasta , crab cakes and salad . Food came out very quick. Our waitress was so attentive along with all the other wait staff. Friday, was very busy at the bar and dining area. Valet service only at $8. read more

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Latuli's food was good, though a bit heavy, and the service was lacking. While it's an absolutely beautiful buildout and I think it will do well in that location, Latuli isn't my favorite restaurant. Our table ordered quite a few dishes to share, and none of them were bad, and none of them were amazing--and there were just SO many options on the menu that I didn't really know where to start. Here are the items I would order again: -Bread service: The parker house rolls were OK, but the cornbread is what made this dish great--perfect flavor and perfectly cooked, with whipped butter on the side. -Chicken and hummus: It's exactly what it sounds like--fried chicken tenders on a bed of hummus. The only item I wish we hadn't ordered was the peach cobbler for dessert. The flavor was super tart and not as sweet as I would have hoped, but the real fault with the dish is that it took 30+ minutes to come out to the table. Way too long of a wait without any warning. Service generally was sparse. The restaurant was super busy on a Friday night, and staff was not attentive. Our server didn't come to take drink orders until 15 minutes after we sat down, and those drinks took 15 minutes more to come out. Just not great service. read more

Every Thing at Latuli is Fabulous! From the minute you leave your car to the minute you return to the valet...... nothing but perfection! Everyone you meet on their staff is so sincere and so upbeat, and there's no lack of execution from your first cocktail at the bar to the last bite of your dessert! read more

I had been wanting to try Latuli for months. I finally went there to celebrate a friend's birthday, and unfortunately, I left disappointed. I will say that the interior design is beautiful. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere and feels like a great place for a special occasion. I ordered the filet steak, which was supposed to come with a side salad. The steak portion was surprisingly small--we both commented on it as soon as it arrived. It looked like it was only about 2 ounces, just a few bites. Unfortunately, even the steak itself wasn't anything special. The flavor was very ordinary and didn't stand out from what you could get at a much less expensive, more casual restaurant. The "salad" was essentially just a handful of plain greens with no dressing or any other ingredients, which felt like an afterthought. My friend ordered the pizza. It was fine, but there wasn't anything particularly special or memorable about it. For the price and the restaurant's reputation, I expected a much more satisfying meal and a better overall experience. Sadly, aside from the beautiful interior, it didn't live up to the hype, and I don't think I'd return. read more

Cozy very relaxing atmosphere. Brunch menu very limited. Had the omelet with a salad. Very good. Portions are adequate but definitely not large. Table spacing works for easy conversations. Service was friendly and food service was relatively quick. Valet parking only. read more

Came here for a girls brunch and the restaurant vibes were super cute! We got the eggs Benedict, the steak and frites, and a carne asada dish. I can't remember the specific name of the dish, but the carne asada dish was the best one! It was super flavorful. Was topped with sunny side up eggs and served with tortillas. For dessert, we got the pain perdu and that was excellent. We came on a Sunday so we parked in the empty lot across the street since the business was closed. I hate valeting my car so that was the biggest con of this place. read more

I went to Latuli for a small birthday celebration, the service was wonderful and the food was really good. The only thing we didn't care for was the steak that we ordered. It was pretty bland, there wasn't anything special about it and it was slightly overcooked. However, we did have some other dishes that were delicious like the seared snapper and our favorite was the Linguine al Funghi (I would totally come back just for this!) We also ordered a dessert, the cobbler which was yum (surprisingly it wasn't complimentary for my birthday). read more

I have a number of thoughts for you. First, I was served a bowl of chicken and dumplings with no dumplings. I was searching through my bowl while the server was looking on to see if she could find any. When she realized that there were none, she promptly had the kitchen bring out some dumplings. I was disappointed that I was served a dish that was not complete. My wife enjoyed her duck gumbo. We liked the chicken and hummus. The brussels sprout salad was very good, but I must admit that the highlight of the meal for me was the crème fraîche cheesecake. That was the best. The restaurant was beautiful. It is a bit loud inside. The service was very very good. Next time we might sit in the bar as it seems, it's a bit quieter in there. Overall, it was a very positive experience. The place is beautiful. Service was very very good. The service was very, very good. The food was delicious especially the cheesecake. read more

Houston has no shortage of restaurants that promise exclusivity, but LaTuli needs to understand that exclusivity requires more than dim lighting and high prices. It requires execution -- and on my recent visit, execution was exactly what was missing. We arrived expecting a full dining experience, only to learn -- after being seated -- that the restaurant was serving brunch only. No mention of that beforehand. The dining room itself was in mid-Christmas decoration mode, which did little to enhance the atmosphere and a lot to remind us we'd come at the wrong time. The food, unfortunately, did not compensate. I was served what can only be described as a three-ounce bowl of cacio e pepe for $26, a dish that managed to be both underdone and dry -- no small feat for a pasta whose entire character depends on sauce and texture. The simple green salad, priced at $24, was topped with a dressing so harsh it rendered the salad itself inedible. Service didn't help matters. The wait staff, though pleasant enough, seemed unsure of the menu, unsure of the flow, and unsure of the very idea of what a "high-end dining room" is supposed to feel like. Houston is blessed -- almost overrun -- with excellent restaurants at far more reasonable prices. In a city with this much competition, you simply cannot charge luxury-level prices for half-formed ideas and poorly executed plates. LaTuli still has time to course-correct, but time is not unlimited. If they don't refine the menu, train the staff, and deliver the level of quality their pricing presumes, they will struggle to last six months. Houston diners are willing to pay for excellence -- but they can spot a pretender in one meal. read more

Everything was amazing!! Loved their steak and mocktails. Excellent customer service by everyone

Disappointing. First of all, they only offer $8 valet parking. This place is not in the loop. It's off of i-10 so why they do not have any designated self parking is confusing. We had a Rez in the lounge for 7:30pm but after 30 min of waiting, we decided to leave. read more

Wonderful ambience and staff but the food and drink did not make the mark for me. I had a gumbo and cesar salad and it was just ok. Pretty disappointing. I hope this helps them improve I would love nothing more than for them to be a go to place for us. read more

Noisy. Noisy. Noisy. Tomato salad was excellent. Hanger steak was excellent. Caesar salad was ok. The lemon desert on the restaurant week menu was awful. They forgot the lemon. Service was very bad. Got order wrong. Never refilled tea glass. Had to wait and wait for food and check. Don't go unless you're ok with very noisy and poor service read more

Latuli is somewhat new located in the Memorial Villages. The menu appeared limited but touched all the meat bases ( steak chicken pork chops and fish) with quality recipes. Our group was pleased with their selections with very good results that included appetizers and most of the desserts I had their duck gumbo and fries that was good but could have used a tad more flavor. I will return with photos of the food for better analysis. The wait staff - Kara was very professional and served our table of 6 easily. With a full house as we were leaving, the noise level was above average but again a full house. More soon read more

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Had a reservation for next Saturday evening thinking it was this Saturday, but they quickly accommodated us. Food and ambiance is great! As you can see from snaps taken, we had quite a bit, and every single dish was amazing. I'd come again to try their brunch! Valet is $8 read more

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Creative and superb food. Redfish dip. Shaved Brussels sprout salad. Boar ragu. And the Snapper! Come for the food and stay for the ambiance. Service is attentive, professional while creating a casual and inviting vibe. read more

We had a very disappointing experience, especially given all the praise for this place. The food was just okay, and the wine by the glass was overpriced and served in small pours. Drinks that were presented as complimentary for a celebration were ultimately charged, and several menu items were misleadingly described and priced, resulting in a bill that was nearly double what we expected. When we brought these concerns to the manager, the response was unsatisfactory and did not resolve the issue. Because of this, we will not be returning and will be sharing our experience with others. read more

Delightful restaurant with creative, gulf coast-inspired menu. Service was exceptional and staff were extremely knowledgeable + passionate about the food and drink offerings. All of our food choices were delicious, fresh, and very satisfying. The oysters were curated and tasted wonderful with great texture. Some other highlights were the bread service (name doesn't do justice), gulf shrimp spring rolls, and seared snapper. Cocktails including the selection of mescal drinks were wonderful. One note to those who prefer to self park-- this restaurant is (mostly) valet only and getting in/out is somewhat tight. There is some very limited parking across the street from the restaurant after 6pm. read more

Love this place. Great ambiance and perfect patio from the Texas warm weather. Their patio is super pet friendly and all covered with elegant patio furniture. As for the food, I really enjoyed their bread service. I got their double dip, mussels and their version of a spring roll. All three appetizers were great. And since I was getting full from their bread, I just ordered the chicken. Can never go wrong with chicken, especially when it's cooked perfectly to where the meat can be cut with just a fork. Highly recommend this place to everyone. read more

The meal was divine! Drinks were on fire! We sat outside which was nice but inside is even more beautiful. Reserve in advance for indoors. Allison Knight, the co-owner with Chef Bryan Caswell, came by to check in with us which so kind. She chatted a bit took our empty cocktail glasses. Service was truly impeccable overall. read more

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We had a great experience a Latuli. Our server was attentive and provided great recommendations from cocktails to eats. There was great ambiance and the interior decor is gorgeous. A Mediterranean/ rustic vibe. We live in the area so will return! Thank you for coming to the Village! read more

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The food taste and presentation was out of this world. Chef Brian does an awesome job. We really appreciate the special attention and the prompt service. read more

Gorgeous restaurant, great service, amazing food and location in Memorial. Favorites include the handmade pastas, steaks, shrimp spring rolls, the queso on the bar menu, literally everything on the brunch menu including the truffled egg dish and blueberry pancakes. Will be a mainstay in Houston for many years to come! read more

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From entering into their beautiful restaurant, great service, and fantastic food, I truly enjoyed the restaurant. It was very busy but everyone made sure we were ok. read more

I hate to give this place a bad review because the owner seemed very nice but hopefully this will help improve the restaurant. Ambiance was 10/10. We went to the bar while waiting for our table. The bartender asked us to close out our tab even before preparing our drinks. This was very strange for a restaurant of this caliber. Usually you either close out the tab after being served the drinks or have it charged with your table. I also had to ask for ice for my drink because it was luke warm which I felt strange doing. Food was underwhelming. The clams were overly briny. The barbacoa was strangely sweet and blah. The server described the chicken as "very flavorful" however it seemed under seasoned and overcooked. We skipped dessert. Our server was polite but seemed inexperienced. Valet was $8 and there is no option to self park at the restaurant. read more

Sat at the bar and received excellent service. Many cocktail options, regular menu, and bar menu available. I had the bar menu burger, which was delicious. Highly recommend. read more

What an incredible experience! Bryan Caswell & TEAM have really outdone themselves with this gorgeous & delicious gem! Came here for date night, being seafood lovers we pretty much had an all fish evening, grouper, snapper & crab cakes all were top notch and fantastic! Started off with the "chorizo & egg" puff pastry special as our appetizer - so good! The cocktails were great, the rosé was stellar, and the sweet potatoes veggie side was so delicious! The atmosphere and decor was incredible, I especially loved the art wall in the bar area! Our bartender Louis & waiter Jose couldn't have been better or better trained! Houston definitely has a new fine dining experience with a casual flare! So excited for Latuli! I cannot recommend this restaurant enough! read more

Latuli - Chef Bryan! Came by and said hi to everyone in the bar area! - Seafood Near Me - Houston, Texas

Food was good. Ambiance is good. But be careful because they will take your plate before you finished your meal. When I got home with my take away food it was a totally different one, I trashed it. Too bad. read more

Fix the parking issue there and I'll come back Need free self parking and not $8 valet only with your car parked off site and poor entrance exit and it's too narrow for cars going both ways read more

Love this place. The menu is, at the same time, unique and creative yet familiar. Atmosphere is hard to beat - both indoors and outdoors - and the service is always present with a smile. read more