Main Kitchen

Name: Main Kitchen
Address: 806 Main Street, Houston, TX, United States, 77002
Telephone: (713) 237-1111 ext. 3700
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

178 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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Main Kitchen Restaurant and 806 Lounge indulge guests with a variety of classic cocktails and lively American fare in an intimate atmosphere where the downtown vibe is palpable. Newly appointed Executive Chef Rafael Gonzalez has developed locally infused, seasonal menus, founded on the freshest ingredients. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and happy hour.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(713) 237-1111 ext. 3700

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, International
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(713) 237-1111 ext. 3700
Website
https://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/houdj-jw-marriott-houston-downtown/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Chef Rafael Gonzalez

Location
806 Main Street Houston, TX 77002
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Rusk
Parking details
Options: $8 Valet Parking when dining in Main Kitchen, Street Parking and Walker Garage (Public Parking Garage)
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

H-Town Breakfast Tacos$19.00
Scrambled Eggs, Chorizo, Cotija, Fire Roasted Salsa, House Potatoes
Broken Yolk Sandwich$19.00
Fried Eggs, Bacon, American Cheese, Chipotle Aioli, Brioche Bun, House Potatoes
Griddled Ham & Cheese Croque Madame$19.00
Fried Egg, Cured Ham, Gruyere, Pain de Mie, House Potatoes

Cereals

Cereal$8.00
Choice of Whole Grain & Family Favorites
Chia Seed Pudding$17.00
Almond Milk, Mango, Crushed Almonds, Mint, Agave
Traditional Oatmeal$15.00
Golden Raisins, Cranberries, TX Pecans, Brown Sugar

Cage Free Eggs

Farm Fresh Breakfast$21.00
Two Eggs, Sausage or Bacon, House Potatoes, Choice of Toast
Avocado Toast$21.00
Two Eggs Any Style, Bacon, Avocado, Cotija Cheese, Cilantro, House Potatoes, Sourdough
MK Signature Omelet$21.00
TX Chorizo, Granbury Gold Cheese, Sauteed Onions, House Potatoes
Eggs Benedict$22.00
Two Poached Eggs, Canadian Bacon, Hollandaise Sauce, House Potatoes, English Muffin
Southern Smoked Hash$24.00
Two Eggs Any Style, House Smoked Brisket, Cajun Aioli, Sweet Potato, Texas Toast
Denver Omelet$21.00
Cured Ham, Tillamook Cheddar, Onions, Bell Peppers, Salsa, House Potatoes
Whole Egg or Egg White Frittata$20.00
Roasted Mushrooms, Baby Spinach, June Joy's Goat Cheese, House Potatoes

Sides

Crispy All-Natural Bacon$5.00
Sausage$5.00
Chicken Apple or Country Style Pork
House Potatoes$6.00
Smoked Salmon$7.00
Toast, Whipped Butter$4.00
Seasonal Breakfast Pastry$5.00
Bagel$5.00
Plain, Cinnamon Raisin, Everything or Blueberry
Single Cage Free Egg$3.00

Beverages

Illy Coffee$5.00
Regular or Decaffeinated
Espresso$4.00
Latte$7.00
Cappuccino$7.00
Juice$5.00
Orange, Grapefruit or Cranberry
Milk$5.00
Whole, 2%, Chocolate or Hot Chocolate

Dammann Hot Tea

Earl Grey
Chamomile
Green Tea
English Breakfast
Citrus or Fruits Rouges

What 178 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

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Houston
Great for Lunch
Houston
Great for Lunch

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Lola
Houston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience !!! Will definitely visit again.
JJ
JonathanJ
Houston
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great ambience, food and the drinks were awesome! Highly recommend.
RP
RyanP
Houston
35 reviews
vip
3.0
35 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Service was good, food was adequate...not wowed but decent place for a business breakfast/lunch.
T
Thoreau
New Orleans
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience5
This is a great option. Good food. Good location. For some reason, however, it takes a long time to get seated (ie no one at the host stand) and a long time for your waiter to come by for your order. I’ve eaten here several times. This isn’t a new problem. I don’t know if it’s due to poor staffing or inattentiveness. Once you’re seated and have seen a waiter, service is smooth without any delays. They really need to work on that front end transition. Love the food and the atmosphere. Absolutely will come back.
LM
LisaM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We got reservations which is hard to do and the restaurant was fairly empty when we arrived for lunch I. Sunday. But the service was great and the food delicious. The gumbo was particularly great
K
Katie
Houston
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 3, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
The food was not good. The service was not great. Not good value for money.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good was enjoyable
A
Ajay
Austin
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2022
overall2food1service2ambience5
Overall slow service and overpriced and not the food. There were just a lot of weird fee added to the bill. If the service had been good, then I wouldn’t mind. But overall the worst dining experience I’ve had in a while. The chef was easily the brightest aspect of our visit and cheers to him.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great Great Great Great Great
SM
SandraM
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 23, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
A bit pricey but the fish tacos were worth the price.
LD
LarryD
Houston
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 5, 2021
overall3food3service3ambience3
Food quality did not live up to cost
VA
VirtuAl
Houston
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Each of us ordered a different entree (two of whom were pescatarians) and shared appetizers. Food preparation nevertheless, she was a delight and very professional! We experienced a perfect dinner fraught with awesome ambiance.
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luncher22
Houston
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
This is a great, central spot for a business lunch. The portions are also relatively generous. The taco salads are also FABULOUS.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
10 reviews
vip
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2021
overall3food2service4ambience4
Location is great if you are going somewhere downtown. Great venue, conveniently located. The food was OK and definitely overpriced.
TT
TexasT
Houston
95 reviews
vip
4.0
95 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2021
overall4food4service3ambience3
Easy walk from. GF apt downtown good comfortable sofas Ambiance lively early going No NFL on TV only soccer and flooding show?? Service lackadaisical but ok Expensive
DM
DanaM
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 4, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great business professional lunch spot, good selection on lunch menu and everything came out perfect. Service and food on point and in a beautiful space.
CK
ChristopherK
Houston
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
I’m a big fan of your Almond croissant. The service was spot on too!
CW
CarlW
Houston
10 reviews
1.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 26, 2021
overall1food1service5ambience5
We really can’t speak on the food after looking at the menu we left. Way over priced and the restaurant was empty
AP
APHouston
Houston
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on September 8, 2021
overall5food5service4ambience5
I took my friend for birthday lunch and we really enjoyed our food. The burger was very good and we loved the gourmet grilled cheese. Fries were crispy and hot. The server was friendly. Prices are high, but it's a hotel, so not surprised.
MS
MonikaS
San Francisco
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2021
overall2food1service3ambience3
The quality of food definitely isn’t what it use to be.
C
Charmgirl13
Houston
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
Main Kitchen was fantastic! Four of us enjoyed lunch there. We started with the guac (so good and spicy), and we got the Soba noodles salad, the Taco salad, the Turkey Panini and the Grilled Cheese, and everyone loved their dish. Two of the people with us were celebrating birthdays and they brought out full pieces of their cheesecake, pecan bar and chocolate layered something. They were all fantastic and such a nice touch. Loved our lunch!
c
ceke
Houston
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2021
overall2food2service3ambience3
wine list, steak frits mediocre. Steak was very, very salty.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service. We go for lunch often. The s’mores cheesecake is scrumptious!
c
christocino
Houston
244 reviews
vip
2.0
244 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2020
overall2food4service1ambience4
Good food but this is the second time in a row where I could not get my server’s attention when I needed it. It took 15 minutes to get a check plus another 10 to get my credit card back. If you want to attract business people you need to be more attentive
DA
DonnaA
New York Area
87 reviews
vip
4.0
87 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Nice restaurant for business or everyday dining with food service by staff. Tasty menu selections too.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Main Kitchen is one of the best spots for lunch in downtown Houston.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food4service5ambience4
Online did not communicate there was only valentines menu available so we had to eat bar menu cause we went for the bone in ribeye.
M
Miracle
Atlanta
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service are great. Nice bar and the vibe is good. The view of the streets at night is a nice touch.
S
Shirls
Houston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on February 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfectly located downtown Houston. The restaurant is sophisticated without the stuffiness. Great atmosphere, service, settings, excellent and delicious dishes, the menu is versatile and changes with seasons. It offers choices for food lovers, healthiness, or just casual hardy plates as well. Value is appropriate. I highly recommend this place for private or business settings.
RC
RussC
Chicago
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2019
overall3food4service2ambience4
Was a Saturday night and the service was very slow. Waitress was very friendly but drinks took forever... First round was almost 30 minutes...
FL
F00dieL0ve
Houston
11 reviews
vip
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2019
overall3food4service2ambience4
Food is great, but service was slow and inattentive. The hostess needs to be replaced.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2019
overall3food4service3ambience5
Nice ambiance and food but the server could have been far more attentive. We arrived for our 5:30pm dinner reservation and were rushing out the door gulping down our dessert at 7:40pm to make it to the theater in time for curtain.
GA
GoodAmericanFood
Houston
21 reviews
vip
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2019
overall4food5service4ambience5
Our food was delicious. The presentation was very unique and fun. Not very busy when we were there (6pm on a Saturday)
JN
JenniferN
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2019
overall2food2service1ambience4
We had reservations at 11:00 AM, and ordered at 11:15 appetizers, we were told it's 15 minutes before they will begin making appetizers and won't get them until that time. After that they got an order wrong, and offered to fix it but it would be another 15- minutes. We took what we got, but the did not offer a discount on the order. I have been there 25-30 times before this and have never had this level of service
Main KitchenResponded on November 25, 2019
Jennifer N. We greatly appreciate your review, as we are always looking for better ways to improve service. I have spoken to our culinary department and management team. Please ask to speak with a manager or supervisor on your next visit. We would like to make it up to you. Have a wonderful day. Main Kitchen Management.
LM
LindaM
Houston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic experience for large group of 8. Fabulous food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 23, 2019
overall2food3service1ambience4
The happy hour that was listed on OpenTable did not exist at the restaurant. Service was very slow especially at the bar. Food was OK and atmosphere was very nice.
E
Emersonius
Houston
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very good for a business meal downtown. I have only eaten there at lunch. The menu is good, and it is possible to get a somewhat private table along the window, or a booth. The servers are attentive without being pushy. The food is quite good. Professional setting.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 8, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great!
MW
MeganW
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This restaurant is located inside the JW Marriott downtown. We love this hotel and the restaurant is incredible. The service is impeccable. The food is excellent. The ambience is elegant. All of the wait staff are friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. I cannot say enough wonderful things about Main Kitchen!
KS
KeithS
New York Area
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 12, 2019
overall4food4service3ambience5
Slow service. Average food

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Diner temperature check required
- Staff temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected

FAQs

Main Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 237-1111 ext. 3700.

Main Kitchen is rated 4.4 stars by 178 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(713) 237-1111 ext. 3700

806 Main Street Houston, TX 77002

Additional information

Cross street
Rusk
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, International
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Options: $8 Valet Parking when dining in Main Kitchen, Street Parking and Walker Garage (Public Parking Garage)
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Rafael Gonzalez
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-information/restaurant/houdj-jw-marriott-houston-downtown/
Phone number
(713) 237-1111 ext. 3700

Main Kitchen

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Fruit, Yogurt & Signature Juice

Fruit of the Moment$12.00

Greek Yogurt Parfait$16.00

Perfect Parfait$17.00

Griffin Juice$9.00

Recharge Smoothie$9.00

Indulge

Pancake Stack$19.00

TX French Toast$19.00

Chicken & Waffles$22.00

Banana-Bourbon Pancakes$19.00

MK Specialities

H-Town Breakfast Tacos$19.00

Broken Yolk Sandwich$19.00

Griddled Ham & Cheese Croque Madame$19.00

Cereals

Cereal$8.00

Chia Seed Pudding$17.00

Traditional Oatmeal$15.00

Cage Free Eggs

Farm Fresh Breakfast$21.00

Avocado Toast$21.00

MK Signature Omelet$21.00

Eggs Benedict$22.00

Southern Smoked Hash$24.00

Denver Omelet$21.00

Whole Egg or Egg White Frittata$20.00

Sides

Crispy All-Natural Bacon$5.00

Sausage$5.00

House Potatoes$6.00

Smoked Salmon$7.00

Toast, Whipped Butter$4.00

Seasonal Breakfast Pastry$5.00

Bagel$5.00

Single Cage Free Egg$3.00

Beverages

Illy Coffee$5.00

Espresso$4.00

Latte$7.00

Cappuccino$7.00

Juice$5.00

Milk$5.00

Dammann Hot Tea

Earl Grey

Chamomile

Green Tea

English Breakfast

Citrus or Fruits Rouges

Overall ratings and reviews

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Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

Does Main Kitchen offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Main Kitchen restaurant rated?

Is Main Kitchen currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information