Had a great time at Wild…read more Service was excellent--staff was attentive and even comped us some drinks, which was a nice surprise (especially since things weren't slow at all). Really shows they care about the customer experience. The vibe here is on point--perfect spot to hang out with friends, relax, and enjoy the night. Good energy all around. Definitely a place I'd come back to.

Having been to this place a few times already, I think I found my favorite drink: the Ume Matsuri…read moreincluded on their seasonal menu (this was about 4 months ago). For a non-asian coffee shop, this was a great matcha color-wise, and it was a beautiful sweet treat. I appreciated the little bits of nuts (forgot what kind) that came in a few sips. The Turkish Delight was a good option too, and you can taste the hints of rose that usually get lost in some drinks if not done right. I've also tried the Golden Harvest - which is a sweet corn latte - from their seasonal menu as well and it was good! I have not tried their food items, hemp drinks, or cocktails before, but by the quality and presentation of what I have tasted I'm sure they're good as well. This place is great if you're looking for a casual, late night work/study sesh and there's plenty of seating. I wouldn't recommend for groups larger than 4 though. Parking is the only con since they have limited, tight spots.

Everything was so tasty. Definitely recommend making reservations. The staff were friendly and…read morecould recommend things to try. Will definitely be back!

Even though I've been here once before, I wanted to try it again and give the other menu items a…read moretry. I wasn't too impressed the first time, and this visit certainly confirmed my initial thoughts. For La Lucha's Happy Hour, you get a choice between 2 types of oysters ($1.50 each). These were great - do this on a weekday before 6pm and you should be able to grab a table without a reservation. Barely even after we started eating the oysters, the waitress was already asking if we wanted to order more, instead of allowing us to just enjoy our food without interruptions. The menus they gave at our table were inconsistent and had different menu items. I had to ask for clarification if the redfish was on the menu since it wasn't on two of the three menus given to us. So, quality control was a miss. Rest of the menu... is limited. Everything was so greasy, from the fried chicken, the redfish, and shrimp tacos. * Red fish with pecans - 6/10. The fish did not taste like it was seasoned with salt. It was well cooked, not dry at all, but it lacked any sort of seasoning aside from the butter and pecans on top. * Shrimp Tacos - 4/10. I think I prefer Taco Bell over this one. The shell was greasy, not crisp (felt like it was stale), and I was confused with the combination of American Cheese and shrimp. They also added hot sauce or spicy salsa in the tacos - so a warning if you can't handle spice (not mentioned on the menu). * Half Fried Chicken - 5/10. The chicken was moist. Been here once before and it was quite dry, so I'm glad this was cooked well. You get 2 thighs, a wing, and a drumstick (4pc). Again, there was a lack of any seasoning on the chicken itself & the exterior. Sadly, the sauce that we picked was not the best either - oyster mayo. It would've been nice to try the others, but the half order came with one sauce. The seasonal jam that was available was the peach jam. It went well with the biscuits (half order comes with 2 biscuits, any extra is $1.50). For my people who get cold in restaurants, I would recommend bringing a light jacket since they turn the A/C up.

Friendly staff. Food is always very good. Late night hours for those out in the area.read more

Super sweet server & atmosphere seems cool. Now the food was…read morenot good. I order ceviche, beef fajitas, a Paloma, and classic margaritas. The ceviche was not flavorful & fajitas were chewy. The Paloma tasted like straight up water! I swear they water down their alcohol. Even asked to remake it and tasted the same. Margarita was sweet af and not good. All that for $100 was a joke. Oh and be sure to read the very small print at the bottom because they add %20 gratuity which okay whatever but a $4 charger for credit cards is crazy lmao. They also tried to charge me $20 for parking!? Idk this place seems sketchy af. Probably because their targeted customers are the drunk people at the near bars. Don't recommend. I won't be back. Soooo many other spots that are cheaper and way better. The people saying the food is good must have low standards because it was indeed not

Parking is a pain...and it doesn't get much better. There is a pricey valet lot, or you are at the…read moremercy of street parking or walking. The ambiance is chill, but dead. I went on a Saturday night for a friend's birthday, and it was nearly empty. We were given the impression there is a dress code when the venue was picked about a month ago, but they took that page off their site two weeks later. In fact, the who site looks different. We can only assume ownership changed, because it seems like they are trying to be a business casual sports lounge now. The drink I ordered is listed as a virgin drink, so I asked the bartender to add either vodka or gin. It wasn't bad, but the prices make it not worth it.

Mr. Nice is a great intimate cocktail bar. I love the atmosphere with the dim lighting and upscale…read morecosmopolitan vibe. Since it is a smaller space, seating can be limited, but I visited on a weeknight, and was able to get a couch right away even with it being fairly busy. The service is great. It was quick to get a drink and everyone working was friendly and attentive, checking up on us. The espresso martini was wonderful - and I'm pretty picky about those. They had a DJ that kept the energy going! They have a valet parking lot and some street parking available (though hard to find).

This is honestly some of the best cooking in Houston right now, although with a price point that…read moremakes it a bit out-of-reach for a regular occurrence. This is a bit of a dated review, but we came here for a Valentine's dinner as a special occasion. We got seats at the bar counter behind the fire (which to me was the best seat in the house) so we could be close to the action. One thing you'll notice is that the place is quite loud, I think which owes to the low ceilings (so don't expect like a quiet and romantic vibe). The meal started out great with the bread and butter - bread was sourced from Magnol, which was a huge green flag to start. The oysters were extremely fresh and absolutely delicious. We also had a dish with tuna over crispy rice which was my fiancee's favorite of the night. My personal favorite was the salad (I know that is crazy to say at a restaurant that specializes in live fire cooking) - but the way they zested all different types of citrus/lemons, peppers, chiles, and the way the herbs they put into it, created what was one of the most memorable salads I have ever had. All in all the food was excellent. Service was great (the night we were there, Max Lappe was there sending out food to customers himself). I do kind of wish the atmosphere was a little more quiet. With that said, expect to spend around $200pp (we did share a bottle of wine though).

Getting a reservation last minute was tricky but doable. We were greeted by amazing staff, the…read morewaiters were super friendly and helpful. I would like to preface, this isn't a cheap quick dinner restaurant but I highly recommend coming at least once. We found it on the Michelin guide. I love the inside of the restaurant, the layout is fun and intimate. *grilled oysters were good. The flavor from the n'duja with the bits of pecan was something I would never think to pair. Great start! * elk tartare was surprisingly amazing. I always find tartare to be a tough dish to make outstanding and with elk I was hesitant to try but happy we tried it. The plate was cleaned by the time we finished. The cracker was light and paired well with it. * maitake mushrooms were so good that we had to split it evenly so no one got an unfair amount lol The sauce is like a coffee/caramel/chocolately savory sauce. Mt description doesn't do it justice. It's umami but has a caramelized feel. Just get it! * pork chop was the best pork chop we've had. We typically order steak over pork chops at restaurants but heard great things. Tender and flavorful. I will say it's a very rich dish so be mindful of that but highly recommended * grits, this was the dark horse. It was our favorite tapa. We laugh bc we didn't think grits would be the fav, out of all the amazing dishes. But the beef cheek underneath the silky grits... YUM! I'll be craving them *basque cheesecake was good but not the best we've had. But it's also hard to compete with all the other dishes we had

10/10, no notes. So good. Incredibly underrated. Happy hour? Amazing. Service? Amazing. A friend…read moreand I sat at the bar, great prices for HH including food and cocktails. Our servers/bartenders were so funny, kind and just charismatic. It was a Friday 5PM, and wasn't overly busy. In a little suite right in the heights, with free parking right in front. Highly recommend oysters and eggs rolls here. Perfect place for a quick catch up and bite!

We stopped by for happy hour, which runs from 3-6 PM, and it was the perfect way to unwind after…read morework. The space was nice and stylish. The drinks were delicious and definitely hit the spot. The bartenders gave great recommendations. Another bonus was how easy parking was. The location is also great since there are plenty of other restaurants and bars within walking distance, making it easy to continue your night out. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely stop by again for happy hour.

We came here for a birthday & since we were a party of 6 we had to do the tasting menu. They were…read moreable to accommodate the dishes for our vegetarian & pescatarian friends while also ensuring the rest of us could still enjoy the versions with beef/pork/chicken. The food & cocktails are all beautifully presented & taste great! The day after we dined with them, they won the James Beard Award for Best Chef Texas! Well deserved!

Being a huge Top Chef fan, I seek out former contestants restaurants. Metting girlfriends in…read moreHouston, I had to try JUN. The parking was limited, so heads up if you haven't been. At the host stand, Paul was actually there! He must have seen my fan girly eyes get big because he immediately looked away and down at the stand... awkward.... thankfully my fan girl immediately recognized the red flags and shut down my enthusiasm (although I'm pretty sure he already heard me tell my friend "that's him" ) . The host standing beside him was very friendly and showed us to our seats. The wait staff was very efficient with the perfect amount of "checking in" and sparkling water refills. My gal pal and I went for the tasting menu: 1st course - aquechile, 5*! My favorite dish of the night. So refreshing and even though it was dark in the restaurant, the phone captured the vibrant green sauce. Delicious! 2nd course - headcheese, 3.5* Interesting dish, very unique. 3rd course - Tamal, 3*. It was ok, nothing outstanding in terms of flavor, but not my least favorite dish. 4th course - lap cheong and beans, 4*. Wonderful savory flavor and a generous portion. Beans were perfect. 5th course - carrots, 2.5*, not quite a solid 3 mainly because they were bland. Pretty to look at but unmemorable...not bad, just not anything. We didn't understand this dish. 6th course - brisket curry, 4.5* This was my 2nd favorite bite (my gal pals #1). That sauce was slap ya mama good! So satisfying. 7th course - dessert trio, 4*. A great set of bites and all different but work well together. We appreciate the waiter giving us a direction of what to eat 1st, 2nd, 3rd. I will definitely be back to try the fried chicken!

I've had pizza here SEVERAL times and every time is spectacular…read more The service is 10/10, drinks are GREAT. And the cozy atmosphere is great for a solo adventure, a first date, or just a nice spot to bring your kids! Definitely one of the top 5 pizza places in the Houston area. I'm a loyal customer and will come back time and time again!!!!

You can always count on Gypsy Poet for consistently solid thin-crust pizzas. The crust is crispy…read morewith just the right amount of chew, the undercarriage is thin without being floppy. The menu is pretty small, only 8 pies to choose from and focus on more classic flavor combinations. Our go to are the Dream Catcher, Margherita, Fancy Backpacker and Pepperoni Madness. In addition to the pizza, they offer a good selection of drinks from the fridge and a few cocktails. For dessert, the tiramisu is a bit underwhelming and a little too sweet for me, but the Nutella pizza is a fun and shareable option for the table.