If you’re in the Houston area, definitely check out Lucille’s. I highly highly recommend making a reservation, it gets packed! Parking is mostly street parking and tough to find. They do offer “complimentary” valet service. We did Brunch on a Saturday and loved it. We opted for outdoor patio seating since we had a baby with us. Loved it. It was a beautiful day and their outdoor seating is really nice, they have shaded areas above the tables and also had live music. We ordered the chili bites for our appetizer, definitely a tasty bite size snack! Think chili filling inside some biscuit dough topped with melted cheese and some sort of southwest taco seasoning aioli. Then we ordered the oxtail omelet (really good), croissant French toast with chicken wings (good, croissant was kind of dry, wish it was a little more buttery and soaked a little more in the French toast batter) and the catfish with grits (amazing, love the cornmeal light batter, must order!). Service was great. Our server Scorpio was really sweet. Very personable and kind. Other team members were on top of clearing the table as well. Overall a wonderful experience!

Really good brunch place! If your going on a Saturday, good luck! I advise you to make a reservation if possible, also valet parking is available! The food was phenomenal (well seasoned). You can’t go wrong with the Catfish & Grits!

Recently took a short road trip to the great city of Houston, Texas to visit some relatives and also to view a special exhibition at The Museum of Fine Arts. While I was in Houston I had lunch at Lucille's, a restaurant that has been on my radar for the last couple of years. My party of 4 was quickly seated, as we did have a reservation. We started lunch with Fried Green Tomatoes and they were hot and delicious. For the main entree my cousin's wife and I both ordered the Yardbird, which is 2 pieces of Fried Chicken (leg & thigh) with smoked mashed potatoes and FRESH Collard Greens with a side of cornbread. My sister ordered the seared scallops with a side of Collard Greens, my cousin decided on the Hot Chicken Sandwich with Fries. EVERYTHING and I do mean EVERYTHING was on point. No complaints, the food was Absolutely Scrumptious and the service was Exceptional (Thanks Joseph). We finished lunch with dessert, warm bread pudding with berries on top 👍. Definitely a Winner. Lucille's lived up to all the rave reviews. The only drawback was the the limited amount of parking around the restaurant but, other than that 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.

Nice ambiance, fun vibes, contemporary and not stiff. Friendly server with efficient services. Delicious meals. Tips: Valet parking available, though plenty of street parking if you drive around the block. Do RSVP as there is always a wait over the weekend. With each table meal time capped at 1.5 hours, fast service, the wait queue does move relatively fast.

Came to celebrate my sisters birthday. Our waiter was amazing that day, Very friendly atmosphere and staff as well. The grits and oxtails was very delicious, the cornbread wasn’t flavorful at all it tasted just like water and bread, the mash potatoes and fried chicken was plated nicely, the greens and mash was AMAZING the fried chicken on the other hand had NO FLAVOR, and we sat right at the entrance of the kitchen and saw the chicken on the bottom of the cabinet about 2inches from the floor so that was a bit disturbing. The drinks were good as well. Overall it was a good night good food besides the water flavored cornbread and flavorless chicken.

I recommend the hot chicken sandwich and oxtail omelette. The chicken in the sandwich was amazing! The glaze they use is definitely delicious and taste fresh. My friend got the French toast and it’s a bit too sweet for me and it has a different taste to it. Not your original French toast for sure. I also got the watermelon sangria. The drink was small and I don’t think it was worth $9. It didn’t have a fresh taste to it either. Overall, the food was amazing and I do recommend coming here!

Incredible service and delicious food! We had an ice coffee craving and our server went above and beyond to provide what we needed to make our own! (Note Lucile's roasts their own coffee but they only serve hot coffee at the restaurant). We made sure to purchase a couple of coffee bags to bring back with us a taste of Lucille's. Everything we tried was well seasoned, well portioned, and tasted very fresh. Their rolls is what started their legacy, you must definitely try them! This restaurant was an easy walk after visiting the art museums.

SO GOOD. Went for Saturday brunch and thankfully had a reservation because there was a small wait. Valet is $10 but there’s parking around if you’re ok with walking a block or so. Drinks and food were all amazing!! We ordered multiple drinks, the fried green tomatoes, baked mac and cheese, oxtail omelette and catfish and grits. The fried green tomatoes were my favorite out of everything followed by the catfish and grits. We were seated outside which was really lovely and the live music, though a bit loud at times, was a really nice plus. All the staff was amazing. Will definitely be back again and will be recommending.

Lucille's 9/10 ⭐ An excellent southern home/country style dining experience. I had the yardbird which was crispy, succulent and flavorful. My Wife had the Shrimp and Grits that were packed with flavor. We have a couple cocktails and an excellent margarita. Parking is limited, there is a Valet service available. It was a fun experience of wonderful food in a way that would make your grandma smile.

So, what's for lunch? My friend and I decided to go somewhere that was new to both of us, so we were off to Lucille's! It's a fairly small, intimate space, but I liked the ambience of the place. We started with an appetizer of fried green tomatoes, which I highly recommend. We both chose the hamburger with french fries, and they were fantastic. They don't have mayo, but they have something very similar that tastes even better. Everything was very hot, very fresh, and had a homemade taste that will keep me coming back again and again. We both left with to-go boxes full of food that we couldn't finish. Waiters and waitresses have the power to make or break a visit to any restaurant, so I want to point out that the waitstaff here were amazing. Very knowledgeable, kind, and attentive. If you've never been there, I want to point out that the parking was a little tricky. We pulled into the parking lot right next to Lucille's, but then realized it was only for the business that's located next-door (towing enforced). As far as we could tell, valet parking ($10) was the only option. Overall, I really loved Lucille's and will definitely be back.

Vibe- This is a nice black owned restaurant near the museum district! It seems like a nice spot to stop in for happy hour during the week. There’s a good amount of seating inside. Customer service- Great, the server my family and I had, Chris was great! Food/drinks- I hate that there weren’t many vegan or vegetarian options on the menu (why I went with an overall 4 star review) but I did enjoy the Brussels sprouts (removed the egg), fried green tomatoes, and the baked Mac & Cheese. Parking- There’s valet and some lots near by.

Really loved our brunch this past Saturday! The French toast made from croissants is absolutely amazing. It was my favorite of all of our dishes! It is a small spot so you definitely want to make reservations. Also, they do have valet so that is nice as well to know. The staff is super nice and helpful! Looking forward to returning!

This restaurant was recommended for brunch for my family group. I really like how they were able to accommodate a party of 8. They have indoor seating on both floors and a bar. While I was waiting for my party to be seated, I ordered a watermelon sangria, which was very refreshing. When we were seated, we were quickly greeted by our server, who also delivered prompted ordering of our food. I ordered the chicken fried Benedict. It was nice. however, I requested my eggs be poached hard and they were not. Everyone in my party enjoyed their meals and we everything went smoothly.

My husband and I were in town for a conference and had the good fortune to hang out with his old Navy buddy and his wife. They recommended Lucille’s and it turned out to be a fantastic choice. I was struck by the cool vibe and trendy, diverse crowd. The service and the food was incredible. I absolutely recommend the fried green tomatoes with shrimp on top. Super tasty! Everyone was happy with their entree. So unique and flavorful. If you’re looking for good food to share with good friends, check out this spot. You will be happy you did.

Amazing food. ADA wheelchair ♿ accessible. Great romantic rooms, clean bathrooms. Best and tender grill octopus 🐙 that I ever had. They lost a star because of our server and dessert. Our server wouldn't wear her mask correctly and when I told her that my lemon pie was frozen inside she didn't apologize or offer another dessert. Instead brought me a box to have at the hotel when it unfroze. Everything else was amazing and hot. I would go again to try the rest of the menu cause it was that good.

Great food I had brunch an what my party & I had was Croissant French toast and Chicken, Chilli biscuits, a side of bacon, Catfish & grits and Oxtail omelette. My favorite was the Catfish & grits. & Chili biscuits. I had a bartender by the name of Awoun she made some great drinks. I had the woke punch & watermelon sangria both drinks hit the spot. As we finished our meal a manager came to our table an gave us a brief history of the restaurant showed us the historical pics on the wall. The experience was great I will be back to try their dinner.

Food was very good, but did not hold very well over the hour after it was served. Skin falling off of the fried catfish (that looked like some other type of fish to me), grits turning into a jello pancake, and hot rolls turning into slight rocks. Just gotta eat fast to enjoy. Friend green tomatoes and Brussel sprouts were yummy. Drinks were ok, but our waiter kept forgetting to bring them once they were made. I understand this place probably gets very busy (hence the 1.5 hour table limit) but we were the first guests to arrive on a Sunday morning, so I felt the service could’ve been better.

Loved the vibe here! My girls and I visited from Philly. Quincy was super kind and accommodating to our unique circumstances. Food was top tier! Enjoyed the oxtail omelet..whew! And the chicken and waffles were amazing. Gotta try the fried green tomatoes and chili biscuits to start, so delicious! Thanks for a great experience!

Party of 4 arrived with no reservation on a Saturday. There was a 30 minute wait so we grabbed drinks at the bar. As we finished our drinks we were sat and ordered. Food & drinks arrived promptly due to the limited time for each table which I believe was an 90 minutes. Efficient. Delicious most of all.

Three girlfriends and I visited this place on this past Sunday for brunch. We walked in between 10:00 and 10:15 am and didn’t have to wait long for a table. Our server was named Rose. Rose was very professional, kind, patient, and knowledgeable. We ordered a carafe of mango peach mimosa for the table and I also ordered a French 75. The mimosa was good because they gave us the bottle and the juice separately. This made it so each of us could pour whatever ratio of juice and champagne we wanted. The French 75 was a average. It wasn’t the best French 75, but it was passable. I am notorious for not liking oxtails. I never ate them as a child when my grandmother cooked them the country style and I never ate them as an adult the Caribbean style. The brunch menu had two dishes that I really love: omelette and tamale. The only thing was that the tamale and omelette both had oxtails. I decided to choose the oxtail omelette and I am so glad o did. The omelette was the perfect size. Not too big or overstuffed and not too small. The egg was perfectly cooked, the oxtail meat was so tender and juicy, and the oxtail juice or rue the omelette was sitting in was extremely tasty. Because of this dish, I got over my dislike of oxtails! If the oxtail tamales are still on the brunch menu when I return, I will definitely get them or the omelette. In addition to the omelette , I ordered a side of breakfast potatoes because the brunch entrees do not come with sides. The potatoes were good. I was expecting them to be crunchy, but they were not crunchy. I shared the side with the table and it was enough for each of us. My girlfriends liked the potatoes a lot. They tore those potatoes up! There was a steady stream of people coming in and out while we were there. Each table gets a 90 minute limit. The music was not overly loud and there was a television at the bar showing Sunday sports. The only reason I took a star off for atmosphere was because I had to do street parking. The parking was free. The lot across the street that used to be vacant, is now a new construction project and the lot directly behind Lucille’s is being used for their valet. From the number of cars I saw on the street and the lack of cars I saw in the valet, most people are choosing not to pay for valet.

Lucille's was on my must try list. My visit was very pleasant. The staff greeted us quickly and we were seated at the bar to watch football. Rose, the bartender, was so kind and she provided great recommendations. We decided to try the shrimp and grits with a side bacon. The shrimp and bacon were delicious but the grits were just okay. The grits were savory but I prefer my grits plain so that I can enhance them according to my preference. Aside from that, this was a great experience and I will definitely return again to try a few more dishes!

We had a great server and the food was very good. We had to sit outside because they do not take same day reservations but the patio was well shaded and they had misting fans to keep us cool. We had the Chilli biscuits for an appetizer then I order the oxtail and my partner ordered the fish and grits with a side of Mac and cheese. We left full and happy

Great dinner everything was absolutely delicious. Service was a bit slow but I understand there is still a lot of places short staffed including my own business. Cocktails we’re delicious, nice and unique mixers. Octopus appetizer was amazing and our favorite appetizer, biscuits were ok for them being their signature appetizer. Pork and beans main course was overall very good, just lacked a bit of salt. Braised oxtails was just perfect! Overall had a great experience and we see ourselves coming back in the future.

Delicious food, everything was amazing! I definitely recommend the shrimp & grits from the brunch menu: it’s not your typical S&G, since it’s served with a sherry tomato broth, but it was good anyway! 9/10, definitely will come back!

We ordered the catfish and grits, oxtail greens, and mac n cheese. The food was AMAZING. Best mac n cheese I had at any Houston establishment. My wife didn't like the grits that much, stated it could be season better, but also said it went well enough with the pickled garnishment. So because of that and the crowded/vibe atmosphere is while I deducted just one star. But will definitely go again.

The old school song by Public Enemy “DONT BELIEVE THE HYPE” is true in this case. So I decided to try something new, I love tamales and I love oxtails- however, I don’t love them together. So the stars are for great service and nice presentation of the food. But the tamale was full of masa/dough and limited meat/oxtail. BTW- the Mac and cheese was separate and it was decent but my main dish was disappointing. If I returned, I would order something else. Long wait to be seated NO PARKING - the lot is closed Food selection- subpar Atmosphere- relaxed Staff- awesome Prices - reasonable if you actually got what you paid for like meat inside the tamales. I forgot to mention they served my friend burned bacon. When she brought it to the servers attention it was corrected quickly. 1/25/2022

Pros: We were seated quickly (which I always appreciate). Our server Rose was great! Cons: The croissant french toast was okay. The wings were bland. I also ordered cornbread. Unfortunately, it was dry and had a jalapeño flavor (even though the menu doesn’t mention that). I’m hoping that today was just an off day for the food, because the best part of my meal was the mimosa.

My husband and I came here during the happy hour, and it was so worth it! We got their mango margarita. Chili biscuits and gumbo were ok. I love the Yardbird so much!! Very juicy and tender inside, crispy outside (really want to thank my friend for recommending this dish). The mashed potato paired very well with the fried chicken and collard green. I only want to complain that the food is a little salty. Lucille's has that Southern vibe at every corner of the restaurant. Overall, it's worth coming back!

The Food Was Delicious!! The Service Was Excellent!! Our Server Miss Linda, Made The Experience Even Better!! The Icing On The Cake Was The Croissant Bread Pudding!! "Listen Linda!!!" Delicious!! The Portions Were Big! Everything Was Great!! LUCILLE'S Should Be In Your Top Places To Eat At In Houston Texas, Destination book!!

Great authentic Southern cuisine! None of our food choices disappointed us. The Mac and Cheese was some of the best Mac and cheese I’ve ever had (crusted top was also extraordinary). My wife liked the biscuits filled with chili or ground beef. Lastly, the chicken and waffles were phenomenal. Extra crispy chicken with melt that fell off the bone. Only downside was that I would have liked more chicken on top lol. Service was very nice and quicker than expected during a busy Saturday morning. Would definitely return.

I’m so happy I found Lucille’s. I learned of them through a google search for bottomless mimosas (which they don’t have) and I was very pleased that I found them. Parking wasn’t bad for the area, the ambience was amazing, and the food was well seasoned and a good portion for us. We ordered chicken and waffles, catfish & grits, a side of greens, and a side of Mac n cheese and EVERYTHING had a great taste. There was a live band out on the patio which is where we were seated and our table had an umbrella covering and humidifying fans which definitely was a plus on a hot day. We went on a Saturday around 2pm and didn’t have to wait at all. I gave the restaurant 4 stars because the waitress wasn’t the most attentive. She wasn’t God awful but the wait staff could definitely use a course in hospitality. Additionally, I love the fact that both restrooms are unisex but the restrooms lacked attention. There weren’t filthy but they were a tad dirty and needed a touch up. There was no toilet paper in either. Thank goodness I had wipes with me. Despite those small flaws I’ll definitely return again.

The food and service here was ABSOLUTELY EXCELLENT! All the way from the valet parking experience to the end of our brunch we enjoyed it. Our waitress Linda was absolutely amazing! The vibe was relaxing and enjoyable! The drinks were great! We will definitely be back next time we are in Houston!

Great greeting of welcome when we entered. Arrived right after they opened for dinner and excited to try based on reviews on instagram. Service was quick and great. We went with our waiter’s suggestion of oxtails and grits. Also ordered catfish bites and chili biscuit sliders. I enjoyed the appetizers more than the entree. Maybe it was a one off but the oxtails were tough. The sauce was great and tasted good with the grits. Absolutely loved the nuggets and the dipping sauce. Loved the blend and texture of the chili sliders. Never would’ve thought of that combination. If you’re in Houston and looking for a place try Lucille’s. My experience is not your experience and the atmosphere/vibe was good.

My second time dinning at Lucille’s with my family and the service did not disappoint. We had reservations for 4 people and were seated right away. Our server Q.G was professional and He never forgot about us. The Yardbird was very tasty and the greens were seasoned well. My mother ordered the roasted hen and she loved her dish. My father ordered the smothered steak with the roasted potatoes and said it was delicious. The shiitake gravy was a good add to the steak. We ordered the fried green tomatoes and in my opinion It was cut too thick and needed more spice. The mac and cheese needed a dash of salt and I was disappointed in the cornbread this time. This first time I had the cornbread the edges were crispy, with a nice buttery inside. This time I felt it was rushed out of the oven.

We were able to be seated immediately, and the food arrived quickly. The chicken was very well flavored and seasoned. The waffle with the glazed pecans was tasty. Unfortunately, the French toast croissant. Did not go over well. It tasted as if the French toast croissant was only toasted in butter, no egg, no milk. It was very tuff to cut. We did not finish it. What I will say is that utensils were on the table. However, depending on whatever is ordered the condiments should be brought to the table before the meal, if not with it. We waited for 8 minutes for condiments to be brought for us to begin to eat.

First time here and we ordered first OJ & Brut Champagne Mimosas! They were the best! We had the best server who really gave us recommendations and great service ! I can’t remember her name 😣 but we started with the Fried tomatoes ! You need to get this ! It is so good ! I then had the Country Benedict and it was so delicious! Overall a great experience and would recommend this place 10X !!!

I had my birthday brunch here. The wait staff was very attentive and accommodating. The food came out quickly. The food was flavorful and well seasoned. The only complaint I have is the chicken wings with the croissant french toast were the smallest wings I've even seem. One or two more would have been nice. I'm glad I chose to have brunch and not dinner because as we were leaving a long line had formed. Also it's a good idea to make reservations so you basically walk right in and can be seated. I'll be going back soon.🍽🍹

Lucille's is overall good, but a few things prevent it from being great. It matters what you order because the amount of flavor is not consistent. Food: We had grilled octopus, scallops, mac and cheese, oxtail Philly, and a ceaser salad with blackened shrimp. The oxtail was amazing, and the fries were some of the best I've had. Crispy outside and mashed potatoe filling, yum. The scallops were perfectly cooked with lots of flavor. The octopus was lacking in flavor and had a very light, almost imperceptible char. I wish it were better because I love a proper grilled octopus. Mac and cheese was just ok. For some reason, the macaroni and the cheese just didn't come together. It was like noodles with a pile of cheese on top. The ceasar salad was really underwhelming. Croutons were not crunchy enough. Lettuce could have been more fresh. Ceasar dressing wasn't very flavorful, and that's the whole salad! The "blackened" shrimp was lightly seasoned, which is the opposite of what I know as blackened seasoning but cooked properly just overall lacking in flavor. 2 items stood out, but the rest were, unfortunately, items I'll never order again from this establishment. Service: We had great attentive service. Atmosphere: The restaurant is fine, but the parking situation with the valet and construction of a high rise across the street is a pain. The valet lot is not even paved and is visible from the other side of the block. Basically, it's a dirt lot that you pay $10 for someone to park it while obstructing the street to come and go. Location choice is the problem, and it dampens the whole experience.

Nice outdoor setting. Enjoyed everything but the grits which were more on the gritty side. The oxtail omelet could use a sauce considering the amount of egg you get compared to the filling but overall enjoyed it.

Nice spot in museum district. They have valet since parking is a little tight. Wasn’t sure what kind of food to expect, just popped in for quick bite. Delicious southern comfort food like no other! Drinks are strong but the way I like it. Server was crazy friendly- nice chill vibe. Everything was great! We will be back.

Lucille’s was suggested by a friend and I really had high hopes. The ambience was nice! It was packed but still cool inside! And that’s important in this Houston heat. I ordered the oxtail omelet and baked Mac and cheese. We did take out. I got home and it just wasn’t hitting. The Mac and cheese had to much garlic and the omelette was just ok. But is was full of meat. I would like to go back to see how the food is at the restaurant because it was so highly recommended