My experience at Lucille's was really subpar. One they only have valet parking, I think it was $10. The place is small but seems cozy. I ordered the chicken and waffles and told the waitress I like my waffles soft, I was served a really hard waffle that sounded like a drum when I hit it with my fork. I am not exaggerating... my friend thought I should return it but I hate the hassle and more because I told the waitress before ordering I don't like overcooked waffles, I left the waffle on the plate and just ate the chicken. My friend had the catfish and grits, her only complain was that it was a small portion. Overall, I'm not impressed with the food or service and would probably not return. read more

Lucille's brunch was a nice break from the heat and stress of the week. We went for a nice meal and experienced great service and food. Our waitress was nice and super patient, appeasing our somewhat bizarre request for more orange juice than alcohol in our mimosas. The food was also so prompt and tasty. The eggs Benedict not only looked appetizing, but were cooked perfectly and went well with the salad. The seasoning set it apart. Adding a bit of spice to the dish. And then the max and cheese. Woah. What an explosion of flavors. The serving was so big that I had leftovers, which I had no complaints about at all. Overall, a great time! read more

Lucille's - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Food and service was impeccable. Try the fried catfish and grits with cheese. It was amazing.

The food and ambiance were excellent. Also, our waiter, Rick, was a delight. He was attentive, fast, and easy to handle our party of six! If you're visiting Houston (like us) as a Houston local, check this place out! read more

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They ran out of half the menu and they notified us as we started to order. We had already sat down and had a carafe of sparkling. What a shit show this was. I ordered the catfish and grits and 15 minutes later they said they ran out. In the end we had the chicken and waffles, croissant and chicken and chicken sandwich. They were all delicious but not enough to bring me back. The band was a nice touch but they left 5 minutes after we arrived and no music was played for ambiance. I've tried this restaurant and will not be coming back, nor will I recommend this place unfortunately. The service was ok, long wait times but I'm assuming it was due to the food shortage. read more

Great food and great service. Great vibes. Parking is a bit tricky but overall very great experience

Went to dinner at Lucille's with my cousin and they were participating in Houston Restaurant Week. There was a peculiar smell that was presented when you first enter the restaurant, but I chalked it up to being right by the bar and a lot of different things being mixed in that area. We got an appetizer, entree and dessert for $39 per person. I started with a Caeser salad which was standard, nothing to write home about. For my entree I went with the blackened catfish with my grits and the catfish was DELICIOUS. The flavor profile, the spice, it was just perfect. Would return for this alone over and over. The grits lacked flavor, and I was not a big fan. For dessert I went with the croissant bread pudding which came with a wonderful rum sauce and fruit mixture. The flavors went together phenomenally and this is definitely an item they have down packed. Our server Jay was so kind and gave many recommendations on the various menu items. The music was amazing but not overwhelming like it would be in some restaurants. read more

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Outstanding food and service. Best lobster rolls in town. Chicken fried steak is amazing.

I really had higher hopes for this place, and it did not live up to the hype. We dined in for a 12pm resy, we had a 15 minute grace period as is standard. One in our party notified the hostess we were parking, when we arrived the hostess would not make eye contact and was attitudinal about telling us we missed the grace period, which prompted me correcting her. We were sat thankfully. Our server initially was a bit condescending. One in my party asked if there were any drinks with tequila, where instead of him showing the options, he made a hand gesture (almost as if it was a 'duh' moment), I pointed out which drinks had tequila to help her. I asked an opinion of how the greens were to which he replied they were braised.. I asked if they were good, so his response did not answer my question. The service felt a bit nice nasty. He did table touch us frequently, which we appreciated and brought a dessert as we were celebrating a birthday. As for the entrees, the collective complaint was lack of seasoning. Though the presentation was nice, we did have to heavily salt our own food. I ordered the catfish and grits, the one positive is the skin of the catfish was crispy. The grits had absolutely no flavor, didn't even feel like they had butter. The au jus was extremely loose and almost tasted like plain beef broth. The greens had no flavor, I asked for hot sauce and added pepper to give it some taste. A patron at my table ordered the oxtail omelette, which she said was too salty. Another ordered the chicken and waffles, which she said the waffle was not too great and chicken was gummy. The last patron ordered the croissant French toast, which she stated was not spectacular. I wouldn't return to dine here. They are a pretty busy establishment so it may work for others, but looks were deceiving in our dining experience. A plus for their espresso martini though, it was very good. read more

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I visited Lucille's on December 12, 2025 and overall the experience was disappointing. The construction around the restaurant made pulling up for valet confusing and messy. At 11:30 on a Friday there was only one valet working, which created delays. There is no self parking available, yet valet parking is still charged at $10, which felt unreasonable given the circumstances. We were seated in the back and immediately noticed the floor was slightly tilted, which caused a sense of uneasiness until your body adjusted. Our table was near the kitchen, and one staff member stood back there facing us for most of the meal, which felt awkward. What was more concerning was seeing uncovered condiments sitting on a table outside the back kitchen door directly across from us. That was not appetizing. When I asked for bottled water, I was told they did not have any. I then asked for any bottled drinks and was told they had bottled soda. I ordered a Sprite, but it was brought to me as an open can instead, which was unexpected and disappointing. The chicken sandwich was supposed to have five spices, but I could barely taste one. While it was fried perfectly, the overall flavor was bland. The bourbon pickles had an off putting taste, and I did not like that a small salad was placed on the same plate as my fries and sandwich. The plate was very small, so my salad and fries kept mixing, which made it difficult to eat without everything overlapping. It was also warm in the back where we were seated. On a positive note, the music was good, but unfortunately that was one of the few highlights of the visit. read more

I visited on December 12, 2025. Service was good and staff was attentive. The food was average and, in my opinion, overpriced. My concern is the digital checkout process. After I handed over my credit card, I was prompted on the screen to add a tip. I did not see an itemized receipt at that time. The final receipt was later texted to me, which is when I realized a $37.00 gratuity had already been included. Because the included gratuity was not clearly visible before the tip screen appeared, I unknowingly added an additional $44.78 tip. Had this been disclosed upfront, I would not have tipped extra. While the service itself was fine, the process felt deceptive. For the benefit of customers, automatic gratuities should be clearly displayed before any tip prompt appears, especially with digital checks. Transparency here would help guests make informed decisions and avoid accidental over-tipping. read more

Got the watermelon arugula salad (fresh and good, onion heavy) and the oxtail omelette (flavorful and savory) Pecan pie with some bourbon (decent, pretty sweet) the crust was buttery and great, I'd want a greater crust ratio on that pie Good, attentive service, beautiful people Pretty lively environment: warm and welcoming read more

Lucille's - Oxtail omelette - savory and flavorful - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Houston boasts a plethora of dining options, yet even the best establishments often come and go. Statistics show that approximately 60% of new restaurants shutter within their first year, and 80% within five years nationwide. However, Lucille's defies these odds, having thrived in the competitive market for over 11 years--an impressive testament to their enduring appeal. What sets them apart? It's their unwavering commitment to a clear vision, evident from the moment you step into their cozy dining space to your first savory bite from their Soul-food-with-a-twist menu. Their menu strikes the perfect balance--not overly pretentious, yet infused with just enough creativity to elevate traditional soul food. With each menu item, I found myself captivated and eager to sample everything. So, my companion and I decided to indulge in an array of starters and share a main course. Review in progress... French Kiss (cocktail): B+ Texas Hold'em (cocktail): A Famous Chili Biscuits: A Watermelon Salad: A Oxtail Tamales: A+ Baked Mac n Cheese: A- Yardbird: A Served with Braised Greens: A+ & Mashed Potatoes: A Lemon Ice Box Pie: B- read more

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We were visiting Houston for the rodeo and decided to try out Lucille's, as it was not too far from our hotel. We made reservations for outdoor seating. The weather was nice and there was live music available. Our food was amazing. Everything was well seasoned, and the portions were very generous. We will definitely come back again when visiting Houston. read more

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Fabulous server. Very helpful. We were seated outside but inadvertently. Thank goodness for fan misters and the live music which made up for the heat. Can't say enough good things about the food. Stand or dishes that I actually tried included the pork shank and the oxtails. I liked my cocktail so much I had two of them. read more

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The food was so good! I especially loved the catfish and grits. It has a cozy atmosphere and friendly and helpful staff. It has a lot of seating (two floors) but only 90mins allowed for seating (probably because they can get really busy). We went on a Friday at like 2pm so we didn't have to wait at all to get seated. Will come again. read more

Lucille's - Croissant French Toast Oxtail Omelette Catfish & Grits - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

It's gotten even better with time. Love this place! Whenever we have people visit from out of town, this is one of the top five restaurants we visit. read more

Idk how I've gone this long without leaving Lucille's some love. I've patronized this business for atleast 3 years, and if it speaks to their consistency, I've yet to have a poor experience. I've enjoyed a few of their pop up events on the patio, the Prince patio take over being my favorite. From the cocktail to the fried green tomatoes, to the chicken and waffles, I've yet to experience an unsatisfying meal here. Things to know: *You have two parking options: street parking as available and valet *Casual dress is usually the vibe *If you arrive during peak hours expect a wait. Their waiting area is on the exterior patio. *Given the nature of the place, and true to its vibe, a few tables feel a bit cozy. This restaurant is a tribute to culinary legacy. Expect fine southern food (comforting and homey but take it up a notch), leave happy! read more

Lucille's - Chicken & Waffles (Brunch) - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

I was finally able to get a reservation for two here after years of trying! Not because they're booked so far out but because I was always in a larger group and we couldn't agree. Their mistake bc we had an incredible meal. My fiancé and I wanted the same meal of croissant French toast so we shared that and an appetizer order of chili biscuits. The atmosphere was great but unfortunately the patio was closed due to the weather and the service was somewhat slow. We will be back. read more

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First tip -- have a reservation! Came to Lucille's from Atlanta on a Sunday for brunch. We had a reservation and were seated promptly. We sat outside which seemed like a complete different universe from inside. It was super hot and the fans are minimal but there are a few areas with shade. The service outside was a tiny bit slow considering they had to come in and out but there was live music and the scenery was nice so it kind of balances out. Plus, our waiter wasn't the greatest. The menu is a bit limited in my opinion but it has a lot of your brunch staples. I opted to get the sweet potato waffle ($16 just for the waffle seemed a little steep but I really wanted something sweet) and paired it with the boudin Benedict. Soooooo good. Waffle was naturally sweet so I didn't even need to add syrup on top. The Benedict was well seasoned with the boudin. It wasn't super spicy but it had a little kick that I could get with! This was a combination I'm proud I came with. Also tried the peach tea which was very refreshing. It comes with one free refill! read more

Lucille's - Sweet Potato Waffle Boudin Benedict - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I had a reservation for Friday night. I ordered the shrimp and grits. The grits are extremely soupy and flavorless. That's not even the issue the issue is they only gave me a fork. I tried to ask my waiter Tati for a spoon, but she never returned to my table to check on how we were doing. There were roughly 4 other seated parties in the dining room room. This was not a busy night where she was running around. They were not that busy. It took well over 12 minutes(I timed) until she finally decided to look up from her phone. She would look at my table, but never once came to check on the table. I had to call her over and at that point I was livid. Why would you give me soupy food and no spoon? All I wanted was a spoon. I sent my food back because at that point it got cold. I ended up not eating because my date had already finished their meal and in that entire time the waiter never once came to check on us. All I wanted was a spoon for my soupy flavorless grits but I could not get that because my waiter did not care to check on my table. Overall, I'm disappointed in my experience due to the lack of the customer service. Chef Chris Williams please retrain your staff. This should not have happened. read more

Ok we came here for brunch on a Friday. So at Lucille's regular menu is M-Th and fri- Sun they will give u the brunch menu. This place does not have a parking space so I parked at the museum. There's also street parking if you're lucky. But do not park at the place next door. They will tow u. Lucille's does offer valet for $10 which will be the name price I'd u park for 2 hours at the museum. But since I don't like strangers in my car, I just self park and walked. I was not expecting too much from Lucille's. We ordered from the HRW menu vs the regular one bc we wanted to try more things. But everything we ate was perfection. The chili biscuits were good but they are tiny. I think I can eat a dozen.!!!! The hot chicken sandwich was more spicy than the usual hot chicken sandwiches I've had. But it was perfect. The outside was crisppppppp the inside was moistttttt n juicyyyyyyyyyy and flavorful. It also came with a salad and some fries. And let me tell u, I cleaned my damn plate !! The catfish was good; batter was flavorful and also crispy. Wished they gave us a little more grits. Bread pudding was also good. We all got peach teas and it was good. But the amount was so little and we only had one refill so maybe give us bigger glasses. It's hot outside. We are gonna need large glasses for our drinks. But I will say the food is I want to come back for the regular lunch menu.... read more

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Lucille's has been on my list since my return to houston 3 years ago and I could never seem to make it until it was the right time to make it!! Came with some friends for a Sunday brunch, and was beyond excited to try some good eats! When we arrived, I was running late due to our favorite houston downtown traffic, and they will not seat you until your full party has arrived. We were sat inside but I didn't realize the patio had live music, and when asked if we could sit outside, we were told we need to reserve for that type of table, so next time we will do outside!! I love live music. Tati was our server who greeted us after a while from being seated, gave us some time to view the menu and off we started with drinks as we scoured the menu for what we wanted. Fortunately the friends I came with like to share, so I got to try everything the table ordered! Me and my espresso martini self started with this cocktail which was delicious! The only thing I would change on this is more foam! It was smooth, well rounded, and just the right amount of sweet! I also got to try the best friend, the old fashioned and some of the wine! All fantastic cocktails!! On to the food...we started with the truffle brussel sprouts with sunny side up egg. The Brussels were crisp and delicious, egg cooked perfectly with a runny yolk! I added a touch of salt to my bite, other than that great vegetarian option! We also had the chili biscuits, (which now I know why they're so famous!) could eat a half dozen of these easily! Also got the cornbread, baked mac and cheese and fried greens tomatoes. The corn bread was thickem and delicious, I wanted some honey or maple syrup to drizzle on there, as butter wasn't enough for me and my southern love of sweet cornbread and moist cornbread. Fried green tomatoes, I'm not a huge fan of tomatoes in general, bc of the texture, but these worked! The crust of the fried tomatoes were seasoned just right and came with a yummy sauce to slop up with! Baked Mac and cheese should definitely be shared, it's a big serving. I can go either way on Mac and cheese being baked. For everything else we ordered was the chicken fried steak, the potatoes were roasted nicely and were herbaceous, which was a nice surprise of a bite and the asparagus was perfection (could eat a whole plate of that). The steak was just a touch overcooked for me, but would be well served with a steak knife. Also got to try the oxtail omelette, still drooling over this one! And then the croissant French toast. I wasn't sure if I should go sweet or savory for my meal, and I'm glad I went savory. The croissant French toast is delicious, but would've been too sweet for me. I'd definitely say add the chicken so you get a good balance of the sweet and salty! Overall everything was delicous, would love to come back for dinner and try some more entrees and beverages. Tati gave us just enough space to enjoy our brunch and not feel rushed, felt like a real family Sunday dinner, which was lovely! Shoutout to Steve the bartender as well, as I asked if he could make up a martini for me using the highway vodka and passionfruit and he did not disappoint! read more

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The food is good but it is pricey. I tried the biscuits and fried tomatoes as starters. The fried green tomatoes were perfect! Loved those. The biscuits were stuffed with chili. They were good but not wow. I ordered oxtail omelette. It does not come with any sides so I ordered some grits. The grits were thick but creamy. I usually add butter to grits but these didn't need any additions. The omelette was a decent size and the flavor was great. The oxtail was cooked well. I also ordered food to go to take home for my partner. Here is where I was thinking the pricing was ridiculous. He usually eats three eggs, but the waitress said that the side order comes with two eggs, so I doubled the side order to get four scrambled eggs. Then she brings the bill and I see it's $16 for two side orders of 4 eggs. That is crazy for business to charge that much for eggs. I basically bought your supply for the next day. I love to support establishments with good food, but when pricing starts to make no sense, that's when you won't see me come back. read more

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Let me start off saying that our server Demi was awesome and just a breath of fresh air. We came in with a very vocal two year old and she handled it well. The food was good. The inside of the building is definitely giving you a southern comfort vibe. Like you know the food is going to be made with quality ingredients. We will definitely be back soon. read more

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Lucille's has held it down every time for me and consistent ! The oxtail omelette comes with enough meat that I don't feel cheated, a bit more gravy would be perfect. Adding a side of grits with cheese, wish the cheese was bit more melted but I don't want to be too picky. The crossiant French toast, wasn't overly sweet as I was hesitant to try it. But it was the right sweet with the wings savory. Parking is busy in this area in general so I recommend valet for $10. read more

Lucille's - Croissant French Toast Grits - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Loved the service so much! Quincey was amazing and very patient. On top of the amazing service food was not only fast but perfect! The inside is quite cosy and loves enjoying the ambiance. Will be back again :) read more

Visited on a Friday with a party and it was raining. The rsvp 7 and table was not ready. It was cold and raining they offers us to stand outside under a covered area in the rain. They gave our host some beef because they wanted everyone here before they seat us. They could not figure out how to valet a Telsa Not good and will not visit or recommend read more

This place is a fabulous restaurant, with great comfort food that feeds your soul. The ambience elegantly takes you back to the home's historic charm with current tasteful colors, wallpaper, lighting, and decorations. You can feel the historic atmosphere settling in walking to the second floor, and I love how the water is served in these cute rock-forward glassware. We came here for brunch, making reservations for four, and thankful we did. This is a very popular place, as it should be, with the atmospheric vibes it gives. In addition to some brunch cocktails, our table shared the fried green tomatoes, which were perfect with just the right flavorings and seasonings. Our main courses composed of either the fried catfish or the chicken fried steak. My very dear friend, who is almost 89, enjoyed the fried catfish, indicating it as one of the best fried catfish she has had. She has not been eating a lot, and the generous portion she was served surprisingly was almost finished when she was done eating. She ate 4/5 of this meal, and it brought me so much joy seeing her eat and enjoy it. The chicken fried steak is breaded perfectly, almost giving a "light" residual taste, compared to how heavy a chicken fried steak can make one feel. I wanted to give this place 5/5; however, I did notice some room for improvement. The main thing was our seating, and although I looked online at photos, did not realize the reservations I made would land us to the second floor. Sadly, when we were guided up the stairs, and my friend almost fell, we were told all the other tables below were "reserved" (as we had also made reservations). My friend has ongoing radiculopathy and sciatica she has endured for a few weeks now, and this was a challenge for her, and could have been a liability should she had fallen after sharing this concern with the hostess seating us. Although we also made reservations, I should have been aware, and encourage those with ambulation difficulties to reserve tables on the first floor, as they do not accommodate for ADA restrictions. My other recommendation for other patrons is to ask for additional gravy with your chicken fried steak, as it is delicious and creamy, yet not nearly as generously served as other restaurants we frequent. Lastly, the hash under the chicken fried steak was room temperature to questionably cool. We ordered a side and did not touch it for the same reasons, and thankful this was removed from our bill. Overall the meal was delightful and we enjoyed staying our full 90 minutes (your host/ess will share with you as they seat you). read more

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Came here for a Sistermas and the food was not shy of amazing. My friends and I were sat upstairs where there is a personal bar and the vibe is more intimate. We ordered two rounds of mimosas and the laughter flowed. I ordered the oxtail omelette and the girls ordered catfish and grits with a side of greens. All were amazing. The service was also decent. This establishment gave cozy vibes... perfect for the holiday. read more

Lucille's - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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The ambiance was classy! The service was excellent. The burger was very tasty! The appetizers were kind of small but tasted good. The chicken fried steak seemed like a small portion although the large was ordered. I recommend this place and will probably go to it next time I am in the area. read more

If you take anything from this review remember to BOOK A RESERVATION. Prior to moving to Houston I bookmarked this restaurant which was recommended by a friend. I finally had a chance to visit this past Sunday. Naturally I am still learning the downtown scene, meter parking is free on Sundays. Valet parking is available - not sure if it's free. I booked my reservation under "standard seating" which means "indoor" seating. Your entire must be present before being seated, there is a 15min Grace period. I booked for 3people. When the third person didn't reply to text, the two of us continued inside. By the way, all guest have 1hr, 30mins time Limit. And who can blame the restaurant...This place is very popular! 10mins after our food arrived my third guest showed up. The staffs was accommodating and moved my party of 3 upstairs. The upstairs area was a little warmer compared to downstairs. Lucille's is located in the museum district. Honestly, dining there feels like eating with family. The interior of the quaint, decorated with photos of the Williams family and dark wood finishings. Here, Southern cuisine reigns supreme. The Menu: Each table has a QR code available for scanning. We were here for brunch, the options were hard to choose from! Each item sounded delicious. I ordered the Country Benedict, which was SUPERB!! Chicken Fried Poached Egg, Bacon, Collard Greens, Hollandaise. Let me tell you North Carolina is a vinegar obsessed state. It was refreshing to eat collard greens that weren't drowned in vinegar! I ordered the Tiffany Blue Mimosa which was not only pretty, but delicious. My friend ordered the Catfish & Grits which I am told was great. The third guest who arrived ordered the Oxtail Omelette, the forkful I had wasn't enough, this dish was excellent! I definitely look forward to returning here again soon for brunch. I heard the lunch and dinner menus also delicious here. read more

Lucille's - QR code menu - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

The food was meh but I feel like that's because we had a bulk catered food order for our large group vs coming in and ordering by person. The greens needed the catfish seasoning and I felt the fried chicken was more bread than it was meat. I really enjoyed the brussel sprouts and the cornbread we got. The drinks were amazing and I loved that they had crown blackberry and uncle nearest at the bar. The staff was very nice and fun and I wish we had gotten to see more of the space. The temperature of the food was good though and people were able to take leftovers home with no issue. I'd love to come back and experience Lucille's with just what I want to order. read more

We visited Lucille's in Houston on Nov 27th, for brunch. My nieces were in town, so we met and enjoyed a meal. The service was exceptional. The food quality was very good. The ambiance is ok. The vibe was trendy but respectful. The prices were elevated, and the portions are reasonable size. Pictures atyached. I think its worthy of a visit, so check it out. You can then determine is it's a good value. For four meals, two mimosas and a 30% tip (my choice),I paid $150. Not really a good value, but it was a good experience. Parking is a challenge, even if you use valet, because vehicles are parked off site. So there was a line of people waiting to pick up cars. As business continues to grow, they should consider an app that allows you to pay and request your car. That way you can wait inside and continue eating and drinking etc. Valet can then notify you once your car is on its way. That's how we roll I. ATL. Street parking is available but you will have to walk back to the restaurant. Be careful where you park, because there is restricted parking for residence. Definitely stop by and share your experience you won't be disappointed. read more

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go! here! now! My group of 6, including myself, went here last minute and we were thoroughly impressed with this food. Lucille's menu pushes the boundaries of traditional breakfast and puts such a uniquely southern and rich spin on their dishes. My friend's and I ordered multiple items on the menu because everything sounded so good, but the best part was that it not only sounded good it also tasted delicious! I ordered an Oxtail Omelette, a Sweet Potato Waffle, and some Potato Hash. We also order the Chili Biscuits and Black Eyed Peas Salad for the table. I am still thinking about this meal, the Black Eyed Peas Salad was definitely one of my favorite things here. The Macaroni and Cheese was also great. I could really say this for everything we ordered. The Espresso Martini I had was definitely one of the best i've ever had. The server was very kind and attentive to our table, if we had any questions or concerns he handled it calmly. We love Lucille's and highly recommend if you're coming from out of town. read more

Lucille's - Espresso Martini - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Came back to Lucille's again as I wanted to enjoy the outdoor patio and live music which didn't disappoint! Enjoyed having brunch here on a Sunday afternoon. It wasn't too crowded at all. I'd definitely recommend a table outside as it gave me a very different feel compared to being inside. This time I ordered the French toast which is made from soft flaky croissants bread which I really enjoyed. I also had chicken wings to go along with it which were hot and seasoned very well. For my drink, I ordered an expresso martini which was rather sweet (compared to others I've had) in my opinion but still enjoyable! read more

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I have been coming to Lucille's coming on 3 years now. When friends ask me for food recs near Museum District, I always mention Lucille's. The ambience is top notch especially during warmer months when everyone prefers to sit in the back yard. At times, they have live bands out back. During the winter, guests sit inside and have a cozier experience. As far as the food goes, I haven't had a bad thing on the menu. Anything with their grits is super tasty. Shrimp or catfish and grits are my go to. Friends often order the French toast and add chicken wings. Lucille's is a must see in Houston. read more

Lucille's - Catfish & Grits Lunch - New American Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Southern food staple in the Arts District of Houston, feels laid back and homey. It's got plenty of wood textures on the walls, counters, and tables. Parking seems to be valet only, and the valet is $10 so be prepared as you come to visit one of the more well known Black Owned Restaurants. Tried a bunch of everything off of their lunch menu. Stand outs to me were the Oxtails Tamales and the chicken and waffles. Great sauce that went with the tamale and the fried chicken was incredibly moist if you get the dark meat. Most everything else was forgettable, as you've probably had better versions of that item somewhere else. I think that might be by design, the menu seems to hold up tradition over innovation. Food is what you might have grown up eating at home in the South, but to me I want to get something exciting when I eat out, not just what I could get at home. For the most part the sandwiches are bread heavy and the things like cornbread and waffles were kinda dry as well. It could've been made better if there was a butter or more syrup for each of those items. The Chili Biscuits were something I wish wasn't on the menu, they were not good at all. Consistency of the biscuits was way on the dried out side, and not in the good Popeye's biscuit way. My guess is that since these are stuffed that they get made well in advance and are reheated. Servers were adequate, attentive and available when needed. read more

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You have 90mins and the clock starts as soon as you sit. Make sure you have a reservation. I was able to secure a reservation via OpenTable for the outside patio. The temperature was pleasant and there was a breeze. We were able to secure a spot in the shade. The staff was quite accommodating. Our waitress was very good. The food was mediocre. My friend's stated the best thing was the band. The catfish was over cooked and there was more batter than catfish. The burger.. how should I put this tasted like a Burger King patty just more of it. It was like eating card board with some good toppings. The fries and salad that accompanied the burger was the best part of the offering. The oxtail omelette was tasty. The eggs were fluffy. Overall uninspired. Great idea the execution needed work and maybe a side to go along with the omelette. If all you want is an omelette that's what you'll get. No toast, no potatoes nothing unless you pay. Overall not the experience I expected. read more

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There wasn't any real parking so we paid $10 for the valet. The process was smooth and easy. We visited on Friday afternoon and were told they serving brunch. We ordered drinks then food and both came out in less than 20 minutes. Our server was attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. The food was great! I ordered the French toast with wings and Tipsy Peach (spent ~$40). I also taste tested the Oxtail omelet and Hot Chicken Sándwich. The omelet was so good. I would not recommend the Hot Chicken if you do not like SPICY food. Overall I had a good experience. They played mostly rnb music. read more

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