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Heard about this place on IG and I am so glad I stopped in. I narrowly missed happy hour but the pricing wasn't too bad at all. I sat at the bar but there is a full dining room and a gorgeous patio. The whole restaurant is really lush with a classic luxury coastal vibe. My bartender was super nice and since I was not crazy hungry, I kept it simple and got deviled eggs and the biscuits. The biscuits were AMAZING! 10/10 would recommend for sure. I liked the deviled eggs as well. This place is big on raw oysters so it does have a faint fishy smell but not overwhelming. Everything was very clean and especially the restrooms which I always check for. I do not remember the drink I had but it was super light and refreshing but a bit tart for my taste but got the job done. I enjoyed my girl dinner and every one that checked in on me was very nice. Will be back for the full dinner menu for sure!
One of my favorite casual dining spots in Houston. Amazing gulf oysters, and the absolute best biscuits and jam I've ever had. The fried shrimp is also great and my fiance and I love the crispy shrimp tacos. They are Jack-in-the-Box inspired and are an incredible elevated version Complimentary valet shared with their sister restaurant Star Rover. We will definitely be returning
Was excited to try, heard it's one of the top go to's in HOU. The service was great, made reservations and were seated immediately. It's busy but not too loud so was able to hold a conversation easily. The problem for me was the food. So disappointing!! The greens were bland The chicken was well seasoned but dry The gumbo was heavy on hot sauce and salty The best part were the oysters we had both char boiled and fresh Felt like this place was more hype than anything. Don't think I'd give this another try
Came and left a happy camper for happy hour! Made resy ahead of time and got seated right away. Happy hour is till 6pm and select oysters are $1.50/each. Started with a dozen and we figured out that we liked the Matagorda Pearls the most, so ordered another dozen of those. They were pretty fresh and some large. Also got the Red Fish on half shell (pecan brown butter paired nicely with the fish and tender/flavorful) and the Grilled Octopus (had a little hint of spice from the jalapeños and cabbage was a nice little veggie side). For a drink, I got a classic margarita with reposado and tajin on the rim (strong, but delish). Parking - They have their own lot, but valet Overall good hh oyster deal!
I love this place. Their food is always on point. We have tried almost everything on the menu. They have seasonal items, which are always a treat. Here are some of the items I recommend: What we start with: Crispy shrimp tacos 10/10 - my favorite! I get these every time I go. They are outstanding. Deviled eggs - 9/10 - yummy Shrimp and Pork dumplings - 10/10 - these are spicy, but so good. Octopus - 9/10 - great! We share: Fried chicken - 10/10 - they have one of the best fried chicken. Get this. Blackened snapper collards - 7/10 - good, but was missing something. Not as flavorful as I would like. Pharmacy burger - 8/10 - really good, but it falls apart, don't remove the paper that it's wrapped in. Sides - get the fries! The smoked oyster mayo is amazing. Service can be a hit or miss, sometimes they are really good and sometimes they take forever. The ambiance is nice - it has a really cool, modern, woodsy feel to it.
Don't sleep on La Lucha. Never, and I mean never had I had a bad anything here. All my friends I bring here end up happy and beyond satisfied. From the service to the look and feel of the restaurant. La Lucha is lively and lovely. The waitstaff are all friendly, attentive and upbeat which is really nice. You will see people on their first date, date night for other couples, friends catching up, families celebrating. La Lucha has it all. Small menu filled with their greatest hits. Yes, you must have the fried chicken with all three sauces (it lives up to the hype) and the oysters (raw or baked). You must have the fries with aioli sauce. The fried tacos are a dream. The asparagus is life changing. Cocktails are very good as well as the La Lucha frozen margarita. I love to come to La Lucha, it's where happiness lives. Go! The vibes are here. Parking is valet only.
My one regret from my time here is that I was so caught up in the experience that I didn't take more pictures! I hadn't heard of this restaurant until I came here with a group and I'm so glad I did! The interior is bustling and the space is used impressively, appearing full but not over crowded. The decor is charming and eclectic and classy. Our waiter was amazing and very attentive! His recommendations were spot on and he tailored them for our tastes. His recommendation for a sweeter cocktail was so nice and he even checked in afterwards. The oysters were so good and fresh, both the raw and cooked. I also loved the tacos! They were a bit spicy, with a crispy shell and luscious filling. Need to come again soon!
Went to try the fried chicken, and it did not disappoint. The chicken was hot, crispy, and juicy! I added hot sauce to it because why not! I tried the avocado sauce which had a cumin taste it. Not bad! I absolutely hate biscuits, and I LOVED theirs! They were delicious, and so was the jelly with it. I also ordered deviled eggs to start. There were 3 to the order, and I was hoping for more. They were topped with fried shrimp, so they were actually filling. Very good starter. Next time I will get there early for some happy hour oysters. Parking is a bit tough, so be patient with that. The restaurant and patio seating had a great vibe to it. I could definitely see it as a place to hang out for cocktails. Speaking of cocktails, a lady at the bar had a vibrant in color hibiscus Mezcal margarita. She said they are amazing! I ate at the bar and the bar tenders were prompt, courteous, and helped with recommendations. It's on the pricy side, but good value overall.
The first time I came here, I'm sad to say was two years ago with some friends that lived in the neighborhood, and I'd yet to make it back since then. This place to me is all it was the first time and more and I need to make this a regular stop! We came out for dinner to celebrate a friend and made a reservation online. As I pulled into the parking lot, valet is available, which is nice when it's dark out to not have to look for parking. Up on entering La Lucha, I love love love how warm and cozy the place feels. I was greeted immediately with the two hosts, that had great smiles, and a delight. I let them know I was early and would grab a bevvy at the bar while I waited for the rest of my party. The bar was packed! Rightfully so! They have a great collection of all the things, this night I was in the mood for an old fashioned. I wasn't sure which whiskey I wanted to go with and one of the servers quickly made a suggestion and said I couldn't go wrong, and he was right! Went with a Bulleit for the selection. The bartender took time and care to make the bevvy, she was super sweet, and the barstaff really seemed to have a great flow all together. I saw a little flame come from a lighter and the orange, and as she set it in front of me, you could smell the citrus flavors of the beverage! It was smooth and light. A little sweeter than I am used to, but still great for a cold night! Right as I took my first sip, my party arrived!! We were seated not too long after they arrived in a nice cozy corner of the restaurant. I think I love most about this place is I didn't feel like we were in a restaurant. The noise level was quiet, the music was great, and I just felt like we were in our own little bubble! The great thing about La Lucha is the family style eating you can do. Everything can be shared, and everything we shared!! We started off ordering the Whole Fried Chicken because we knew it would take a while to cook. From there we ordered what felt like the whole menu! -Oysters -Chowder Fries -Dumplings -RedFish -Whole Fried Chicken w/extra biscuit -Brussels Everything was brought out as it was made, which is one thing I love most about this place. Nothing gets cold or hot while waiting for something else, and that means, there is always something new on the table every 5-7 minutes! Everything was wonderful. And lastly, the service! Chris, our server, was wonderful. Great at making recommendations, attentive, and gave us enough space to enjoy our meal and chat, while also being close enough to be attentive to our party. All in All 5 out of 5, will be coming back, and not waiting 2 years to do so!
La Lucha is officially on my "take everyone who visits me" list. We came for happy hour and everything was so good! The drinks were great, strong, and well-balanced. But the real star for me? The deviled eggs topped with shrimp. So good. I would order those again without hesitation. They also had a few different types of oysters available, which I appreciated because it gave options depending on your preference. I tried them since they were very decently priced during happy hour. Oysters are not usually my favorite, but my friend absolutely loved them so if you are an oyster person, you will be happy here. My friend and I split the chicken platter with a side of biscuits, and it was perfect for sharing. I loved that you can choose between two different sauces for the chicken, which made it feel a little customizable. The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the biscuits were incredible: fluffy, buttery, and completely worth it. We sat at the bar, which made the experience even better. The service was great, the staff was attentive, and the overall energy felt lively but comfortable. And they have purse hooks at the bar, which I personally love and deeply appreciate. I cannot wait to go back to La Lucha. It is a great happy hour spot, and I already plan to bring friends the next time they come to visit. Super good food, great drinks, great service.
I recently came here with friends to celebrate a special occasion and it has been on my list for a while (specifically for the fried chicken!) so I was super excited to come here. We arrived a little earlier than our reservation, so we waited at the bar and some in our group ordered cocktails to start the night. We were seated promptly at our reservation time and our server, Chris, was super friendly from the get-go. For some of us first-timers, we were quite inquisitive about various items on the menu, and Chris welcomed any and all questions. Great service! For food, our group put in our order the whole fried chicken first since this takes a bit longer to come out. We started out with the Shrimp & Pork Dumplings and the Blue Crab Chowder Fries. The dumplings were very flavorful and I liked the chili crisp that was spread throughout. The fries...how has anyone not thought of loading fries with clam chowder until this!? This was a fantastic combination and even though the chowder came on the side, we poured it all over the fries to enjoy. Next our order of raw oysters came out. These are gulf oysters, so not the best (or biggest) from others I've had, but the taste was on point. Since these don't come in a half-dozen or dozen, we ordered just enough so that each person in our group could try one of each oyster between two different types we agreed upon from the menu. The whole chicken came out, which was my favorite. It came out as about 12 pieces with 3 dipping sauces: a cilantro-based sauce, a mayonnaise-based sauce, and a spicy honey. My favorite of these was the cilantro-based one because of the contrast it provided to the fried chicken. The fried chicken itself was extremely crispy on the outside, very moist with plenty of juice on the inside. I was a bit skeptical at $45 for a chicken knowing that I can get a way better deal at Popeye's, but this definitely gives them a run of their money. Would totally order again. We also ordered the Redfish on the Half Shell and the brussels sprouts side. The redfish was very flavorful and I liked the pecan brown butter it was glazed with. The "half shell" is actually just half of its (cooked) skin. While the fish is bone-in and one side of the skin is still on, it was still easy to get the meat out of it. The brussels sprouts had good flavor to them but I just wish they were flash-fried for that extra crispiness. To drink, I got the You're Welcome, which is their version of a Manhattan. It was definitely boozy and the combination of bourbon and rye made for a good mixed drink. While the menu is somewhat small and I feel like we tried the highlights, I would come back to try other items like the Tuna Tostada, Vietnamese Sticky Wings, and the Pharmacy Burger. Chris gave us great service throughout the night and even came outside to offer taking a group picture for us.
Shrimp Dumplings - 8.5 - on the verge of too salty but love the heat and crunch! Greens - 8 big leaves.Kinda had to twirl like spaghetti. Kimchi was subtle but there. Chicken - 8.5 - loved all the sauces, even better mixed together Biscuit and jam 10 Service 10 - I was solo but he never forgot me Atmosphere - 8.5 - little dark Overall - 9. Would def return
Wow! I don't remember the last time I ate somewhere where EVERYTHING was amazing! The food, the drinks and the service were phenomenal! We tried all 6 of their oysters on the half shell. Every one was fresh and delicious. We also had the deviled eggs. Oh my gosh! The fried shrimp on top were battered and fried to perfection! (Even better than Liberty Kitchen's deviled eggs.) Of course, we HAD to try the fried chicken. We shared the 1/2 fried chicken (breast, thigh, drumstick and wing). It takes around 20 minutes because it's freshly made (thank goodness). It was the best fried chicken I've had in quite a while. We paired the chicken with the collard greens with kimchi. Perfection! What a great combo!
4 months ago
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1 year ago
More like 2.5 Ambiance is great, outdoor patio was spacious and had enough fans to semi keep the mosquitoes and flies away. Seats (wood bench) were pretty uncomfortable but still, perfectly fine for outdoor dining. This place gets so much hype on IG for their fried chicken so when I was craving FC and I had a babysitter (even tho the place accommodated well to babies and toddlers), I took my chance to check it out. We ordered fresh oysters, got the buttery kind from the description but missed happy hr so we paid full price for them ($4/ea?). My husband liked them and hes not a big fan of oysters in general. He didnt care for the cocktail sauce/horseradish but preferred the sweet and spicy vinegar. The chicken was just meh imo. The seasoning didnt seem to be evenly coated, the breading was ok, but def underseasoned, which was weird. I tried both white and dark meat. The presentation was nice and you get options for sauce. We got the sweet chili and the green one. I liked the sweet chili better, I felt like the green sauce (popular) didnt match the flavors, almost countered the tastes of each. The sauce may do better on beef it seems. Other people love the chicken, I just didn't. The next thing are the biscuits. They were so cute and reminds me of chicken minis from CFA. These smelled like cast iron smoke soooooo bad that I ended up tasting the smoke the rest of the evening. Weird right? The jam was just ok. Again, other ppl love these biscuits, I didnt. Burger was good, just needed a tad more salt. Reminded me of WB burger with all the mustard. Overall, def hyped. But happy for the establishments success. read more
This is one of my favorite restaurants in Houston. I love the food and atmosphere. The service is always great, and I've had so many great memories dining with friends and family here Their menu offers a variety of different cuisines with dishes that are slightly elevated with prices that won't break the bank The ambiance is very intimate, and great for a date night. The interior and exterior are very trendy. There's patio, inside, and bar seating to choose from Some tips: Consider ordering a bunch of small plates and sharing. I know it seems out of place, but the Pharmacy Burger is one of the best burgers I've ever had. The dumplings are incredible, the deviled eggs are tasty, and oysters are always a good time. We also ordered a bowl of cooked peppers, and I can't seem to find them on the menu, but they were incredible Cheers! read more
8 months ago
The Parmesan oysters were amazing and the char on the pharmacy burger is really good. A bit pricey though. Owner was present and came by to talk about highlights at the restaurant. Try them for yourself. Place was quiet with an open kitchen, great for a date or solo. They also have two styles of oysters that are 1.00 on Wednesdays. read more
6 months ago
Patio has a great atmosphere. Solid cocktails. And gluten free options. Including the popcorn shrimp deviled eggs. Servers are wonderful. read more
27 days ago
6 months ago
Highly recommend La Lucha for non-picky eaters and groups of 2-4. This was my first time and it was a great experience from ambience, service, cocktails, and food. Shared with my friend: started with two small oysters which were fresh and not too sea forward, pork and shrimp dumplings (SAVE THE SAUCE for other dishes to dip in like the fried chicken), tuna tostada (which was my personal favorite), crudo, deviled eggs, and half fried chicken which comes with multiple dipping sauce and biscuits and jam. The biscuits low key hit HARD. Had two cocktails. Under $100 including tip per person for all of that and the quality of food was great and left full and satisfied. read more
10 months ago
Over-the-Top Amazing! From the moment I walked in, Lucha's impressed me. The warm greeting at the door set the tone, and things only got better from there. The oyster happy hour special was fresh and succulent, and the famous grilled oysters were--no exaggeration--4D delicious! But what truly stole the show was the fried chicken, perfectly crisp and juicy, served with three incredible dipping sauces. Our wonderful waitress (her name started with "S," petite with black hair and light skin--I'll never forget her great service) gave us the tip to dip the chicken in all three sauces together. That little suggestion turned it into pure deliciousness! To top it off, the biscuit with that unforgettable jelly was the sprinkle of magic that completed the evening. And I'll admit--I indulged so much that my buttons became a danger to society. One more bite and someone could've lost an eye! Thankfully, I packed up the rest in a doggie bag to go. I haven't stopped thinking about this meal since, and I cannot wait to go back. Lucha's is a must-try dining experience! read more
Each menu item was so good, I could have tried everything on the menu. I booked reservations about three hours the day of. Highly recommend if you're going during brunch or dinner time. There was a small waiting seating area outside. Valet is available, but there is also three connecting parking lot around the area. We were seated right before our reservation time and greeted right away. Our server gave us the smallest speed of the menu and gave some of his recommendations. He recommend eating as a family style. We chose a half dozen of the garlic Parmesan half jalapeño charbroiled oysters. This was my favorite item of the night. The oysters came out hot and packed with so much flavor. There was also a slice of bread underneath to soak up the butter. We also ordered the fried chicken and biscuits and along with the crispy shrimp tacos. Everything was 11 out of 10 highly recommend. For a party of two we left fully satisfied. Service was very tentative, constantly refilled our water and was checked on bya manager. read more
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Cece P.
Dear Amber,…
3 months ago
1 year ago
I highly suggest making a reservation, that is first and foremost. The ambiance is cute & friendly. The customer service was good. But now the food! - The restaurants menu is not that big and secondly, they claim that everything is shareable however, it is not the only thing in my opinion that is shareable is the fried chicken. The fried chicken was pretty good, the deviled eggs were so tiny & very mayo forward & the dumplings were great, however they were not spicy. read more
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Courtney R.
A.P.…
10 months ago
Ok the collard greens "buss it baby" good!!! The redfish on the half shell is amazing muah! Not my momma biscuits m! Not my momma biscuits! Someone gave them my momma recipe on the biscuits! Just delicious read more
6 months ago
LA LUCHA IS KING!!! Oysters & Fried Chicken... they don't miss... spectacular menu! Fried Shrimp, Biscuits, Deviled Eggs, Shrimp Tacos, Fries... absolutely ridiculous. You can't come to Houston without stopping by. read more
7 months ago
Yum yum yum! Got the deviled eggs, chicken & waffles, honey butter chicken biscuit, & mimosa w/ a perfect prosecco to orange juice ratio. Perfect Sunday brunch with an amazing server (Chris) and great vibes. Would return immediately read more
Came here for dinner on a saturday night--it was busy!! Be sure to make a reservation. We sat out on the patio which was lovely. Service was a bit slow/spotty because they were so busy but not a huge deal. Hamachi crudo was tender and flavorful. The wood roasted oysters were delicious but a bit gritty. Stars of the show were the fried chicken--perfectly crispy and came with great sauces as well as a fluffy, buttery biscuit. The grilled broccolini was also a surprising favorite and had a nice smoky flavor. read more
Um yes. I've gotten into this groove of just going to restaurants that I want to try by myself. So I pulled up to La Lucha and it's valet only but they take tips. I didn't have a resy, so the hostess said I could only sit at the bar. I think it was a weekend. I grabbed one seat at the bar tried each of the happy hour oysters. I'm not a big gulf oyster girl. But they were fine. I knew why I was there. I had the chicken. Biscuit was melt in your mouth. Chicken was well seasoned and so crunchy. I can't wait to go back. Presented with 3 sauces. Glad they explained because I'm allergic to peaches. So tasty. read more
I was surprised by this place because i expected something different based on the name. I came for brunch and there were only two options so i was disappointed. However once i started ordering and eating it did not disappoint. The restaurant has family friendly vibes but also a good spot for brunch with friends. I had the deviled eggs with popcorn shrimp which was really good, the tacos which are a play on the jack in the box tacos, and then the chicken and waffles which were the best I've ever had. Def highly recommend. read more
7 months ago
Very impressed with this place. Everything was delicious. Our server and service was top notch no lie. Place deserves a 5 star, can't believe I've never been type shi*. We got chargrilled oysters, blue crab chowder with old bay fries, and the pecan crusted redfish. Thank you La Lucha for the wonderful experience. read more
First off the cozy rustic interior vibes are amazing and set a beautiful ambiance for this restaurant. There is complimentary valet parking and also parking lots reserved for regular parking which was a plus. I went for the fried chicken and biscuits as they had raving reviews. I ordered the fried chicken which came with biscuits, fries and the elote. My issue was everything came out separately. So I had my fries 24 minutes before my chicken ever came out so my fries were cold before I could enjoy them with the chicken they were supposed to be eaten with. The menu also advertised elite. However, it was not served as described on the menu. There was a little bit of cojita on the corn , it was not marinated in as it was advertised from my server. For the food, I had high expectations based on all of the Yelp reviews. However, for me personally, the fried chicken tasted like a mix of Kroger's and KFC. There was no pizzaz to it , it was not nasty it just wasn't anything to go back to try again either. read more
4 months ago
7 months ago
Saw it on my tiktok fyp, and I enjoyed it here! Complimentary valet is available. It does have indoor and outdoor seating. The food did take a little long to come out, but it also seemed packed inside so could be the reason. Came here mainly for the happy hour oysters and they were definitely the star of the show! The Roasted Oysters are also a must! The fried chicken was good as well, and I liked the sauces offered, but I'd be fine if I didn't order it again. The biscuits with their jam were incredible, though. Definitely will be back with some new things in mind to order. read more
7 months ago
9 months ago
I love La Lucha some of the best fried chicken I've had in a long time and the oysters during happy hour are good as well . The first time I went was on Mothers Day , but I've been back other times solo just to get some chicken when I'm craving it . The service is excellent and on Mothers Day the waitress went to the sister restaurant and got me a slice of tres leches my fav. I will always be a guest at La Lucha . read more
I tried coming here the previous Saturday for a HRW dinner, only to find out that it's basically required to have a reservation for a Saturday evening. Just a heads up for any walk-ins. They said we could try to find a seat at the bar or their next available table was for 9pm, and we came in at 6pm lol and of course, the bar was full, so just make it easier on yourself and make a reservation. Service was a little lacking, unfortunately. Our waters needed to be refilled multiple times and our server was nowhere to be found. We were rarely checked on, in general. And the tables are pretty close together, so a man at the table behind us was essentially yelling into my ear and quite distracting and disruptive to our dinner. Despite this, the food was pretty good. And based off of other reviews, I have to come back to try their fried chicken! OYSTERS: I honestly don't remember what kind they were, I just ordered a few of each of the happy hour oysters. I couldn't really taste a difference between the two either, unfortunately. Despite that, they were clearly very fresh and tasty, but also pretty small, like others have mentioned. For the dressings, the pickle juice mignonette was more mild than I was expecting, and I didn't really taste the horseradish because it was mixed into the cocktail sauce, which overpowered it. BLUE CRAB CHOWDER FRIES: The chowder was good, very rich and heavy. There was a lot of potato, much less crab. It also came with a ton of fries! They were really well-seasoned and delicious! It didn't come with a spoon, even though I think it was supposed to, and we didn't feel like asking for one, so my bf just dipped the fries into the chowder lol it was also good eaten that way, even if it wasn't meant to be. Houston Restaurant Weeks Menu Items: TUNA TOSTADA: This was kinda awkward to eat, but I still liked it. The tuna was good and I was given a generous amount, as it was extending past the sides of the tostada. I didn't like that the avocados were in slices, because it made it easy for them to fall off and difficult to bite. It would've been much better if they were mashed. But the spicy mayo underneath gave it a nice little kick, which I really appreciated! I'd recommend it, if you're considering it. RIBEYE SPINALIS: I came here just for this steak, because it's rare that you find it anywhere, and I just had to try it. It was very soft and tender! Truly a unique cut with a loose grain, if you know what I'm talking about. If you tend to favor more firm steaks, this isn't for you. There was also a nice sear on it that gave the edges a nice little crunch! The salsa verde was decent. I'm more of a garlic butter steak girl, but it did the job lol the fries were also very fresh. They had just plain salt seasoning, but as the steak juices and salsa verde started to leak, it turned into added flavor for the fries! Yum! BUTTERMILK PANNA COTTA: This was really good! It was nice and light to top off a heavy dinner. The crumbled cookies on top reminded me of nilla wafers, which I really enjoyed, and added some nice texture to the soft and creamy panna cotta. read more
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Cece P.
Kelly,…
7 months ago
Everything about this place is amazing! The staff was great. I can't say enough about how good the food is. The biscuits are a must. And get an order to go! They have a good happy hour for raw oysters. read more
Review # 1000 The wood fire aroma as you walk-in elevates the rustic vibe of this spot. Spacious outdoor area. Seemed full when we arrived around 8 Tuesday evening but we got lucky and were seated with a short wait. Reservations recommended. We started with the Wood Roasted Gulf Oysters. Went with Parmesan Garlic and they had just the right amount of smoke flavor-delicious. Our "Fizzy" Cocktails, New Heights and Gentleman's Bet, were both perfect aperitifs. Tried the Hazy IPA (No Label-local) and enjoyed it. Saw a good list of Mezcal options also. We ordered the Pharmacy Burger (named after the Avalon Diner) which showed up on a list of Top Ten Houston Burgers. Our Server encouraged us to trust the Chef and take it as it is-good advice. Double patty wrapped to keep all of the juices from dripping out. Simple and delicious. The side of Shrimp and Fries with Oyster Mayo didn't disappoint. Fried Chicken was also recommended-next time. We finished with some Soft Serve that had various toppings-some like Fruity Pebbles and EVOO were not your everyday.... Service was upbeat and friendly with helpful recommendations. Make this stop if in the Heights and don't miss the Pharmacy Burger! read more
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Cece P.
Dan,…
2 years ago
Incredible food experience at La Lucha!! So excited to have finally made it here, HRW was the perfect reason to. Great service, our waitress McKenzie was very attentive and nice! Parking is valet. Started with apps- tuna tostada was crispy, lovely fresh tuna and toppings. Nice palate cleanser. Peach salad was my favorite- the burrata and blueberries with the sweet yet savory syrup was a combo I never would have thought of myself. So unique! Also ordered 6 of the wood roasted oysters and got half and half for flavors. The garlic parm and japapeno flavors were both excellent, so buttery, smooth, and indulgent, worth the calories! The ribs were tender and the sauce was a little sweet. Very tasty! But the real star was the fried chicken. It came with 3 sauces, some of which remind me of the sauces that usually come with samosas. The chicken itself was very juicy with crispy savory skin, very flavorful even without the sauce. Would absolutely come back just for this chicken. Desserts were yum as well! Chocolate bread pudding was nice as sweet, the fudgy sauce was a nice touch. The frosty and fries was so nostalgic! The frosty was Nutella flavored and not too sweet. The fries were crinkle cut and crispy, such a nice pairing with the frosty. Love the vibe inside as well! Still casual but a little upscale without the intimidation! Will be back for more! read more
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Cece P.
Courtney,…
2 months ago
11 months ago
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Courtney R.
Hello Tiffany,…
We missed happy hour but that didn't stop us from enjoying the goodness La Lucha has to offer. We got the La Lucha margarita and although it's frozen, it is potent! The smokiness of the mezcal and sweetness of the hibiscus is the combo you need for the summer. The ambiance is chill and the outside felt like we were cozy in someone's back yard. Inside there is low lighting but we didn't have a reservation and they were booked. We were hungry so we ordered a lot, lol. To start we got the deciled eggs with the shrimp on the side because one of the girls doesn't like seafood. My bestie and I split the pork and shrimp dumplings that I devoured (has a nice spice kick) and the cheeseburger which was delicious. Similar to a smash burger but not super thin. We sampled a piece of chicken from our friend and then ended up order a whole other order which is made to ordered and sooo worth the 20 min wait. read more
Fine dining meets southern hospitality. La Lucha may look like your grandmother's living room but she would probably understand why. La Lucha takes some of the best from long forgotten Houston restaurants and blends it with the new. I've never had anything here that I didn't like. Most everything is served family style with a rotating menu. If they have the chowder fries on the menu they are a must. The cocktail menu is pretty cool too. Then for dessert they have an amazing soft serve ice cream with several options for toppings. The EVOO and sea salt is way better than it sounds. Most of all the staff is always amazing. Super professional and one of the reasons why we continue to support read more
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Cece P.
James,…
5 months ago
1 year ago
This is a lovely restaurant located in the Heights area. It has a patio area is enclosed and anchored by a gorgeous oak tree with heaters for the cold and fans for the houston heat. The interior decor is aesthetically pleasing. The menu is small, but I haven't gotten past the fried chicken. I've been here three times with the thought of ordering something different on my second and third times and have ordered the fried chicken each time. The service is always good to waiters waitresses are attentive and they always check up on you. read more
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1801 N Shepherd Dr
Houston, TX 77008
The Heights
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Do I need a reservation?
Yes, you'd be best making a reservation. You can walk in, however, you may have to wait a really long time. The place is a tad small so you'd be doing yourself a favor reserving a table in advance.
Is la lucha closed for all Federal holidays you were closedvfor June 19th?
Priscilla, Thank you for the question. We are closed New Years Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth,… Read more
When's happy hours and what's on the menu? Thanks!
Happy Hour is till 6 pm daily. Our Happy Hour menu features raw oysters and a draft beer selection. The options change daily due to availability and sourcing as with all of our menu items we want the best of what’s available and what’s in season.… Read more
Do you have private rooms for parties?
Hi Kathie! Unfortunately, we do not have a private room for parties. You would be able to rent the space if you were interested in that. Please call the restaurant,… Read more
Are reservations required?
You may have some luck and snag a seat at the bar without reservations, but most table service requires a reservation.
When will they have yeast rolls on the menu again?
No . They had to get a new vendor who was inconsistent so they no longer serve them
What are the hours? Is there a Sunday brunch?
They do offer Brunch on Sundays! There are hours are: Thursday 4:30–9PM Friday 4:30–10PM… Read more
Do they have free Wi-Fi?
What is the dress code?
We are a casual, neighborhood restaurant. No dress code. Just come ready for great food and drink!
What's on the HH menu?
Two of their specialties among the entrees: the fried chicken and the burger. You can't go wrong with either.
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