Eunice

Name: Eunice
Address: 3737 Buffalo Speedway, Houston, TX, United States, 77098-3738
Telephone: (832) 491-1717
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1816 Reviews

$30 and under

Creole / Cajun / Southern

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Named affectionately after executive chef Drake Leonards’ South Louisiana hometown, Eunice offers a modern Cajun-Creole brasserie-style menu inspired by the flavors of his childhood.

The seasonally-inspired menus marry European influences with the ingredients and foodways of the Gulf Coast. Enjoy the dining experience inside at the bar, at a table along the floor to ceiling windows, or outside on our patio.

We offer happy hour every day from 3 pm to 6 pm including 75 cent oysters, half off snacks, beer, specialty cocktails, and house wines by the glass.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 25, 2022

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7:00 PM

Booked 55 times today

Experiences are available.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Creole / Cajun / Southern, Seafood, Contemporary Southern
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(832) 491-1717
Website
http://www.eunicerestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Drake Leonards
Private party facilities
The intimate private dining room accommodates up to 24 and showcases specialty wall treatments including lime washing and textured paper in a wildflower pattern. Perfect for every occasion.
Private party contact
Melissa Joyce: (504) 766-1362

Location
3737 Buffalo Speedway Houston, TX 77098-3738
Neighborhood
Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
Cross street
We are located on the conner of Richmond & Buffalo Speedway
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Please pull into the drive from Richmond Ave.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Express Lunch Special
$24.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us for weekday lunch and enjoy the daily express lunch menu including chef's entree of the day with gumbo or market salad and iced tea or three-finger martini. Monday: Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tuesday: Pork Schnitzel Wednesday: Shrimp Poboy Thursday: Chicken Paillard Friday: Court-Bouillon Grand Mere

Offers

Happiest Hour in Houston!
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Come see us at Eunice to end your day with our happy hour! Enjoy $1 Prestige oysters, a selection of chef's small plates, and specials on draft beers, cocktails, and wine Monday through Friday 3pm to 6pm!
All Day Rosé Happy Hour!
May 4 - Aug 31, 2022
Mon - Thu - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Fri - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Houston, All Day Rosé has returned! Join us every Wednesday this summer for an all-day happy hour featuring rosés from around the world. We will have two tiers of wine including $6 and $10 glasses with still and sparkling wines offered in both tiers. Plus, you can enjoy $1 Galveston oysters and $7 select small plates from 3 pm to 6 pm.

Popular dishes

Cast Iron Cornbread$13.00
steens cane syrup salted butter
Fried Bandera Quail$17.00
tabasco honey
Hearth Roasted Oysters$17.00
shrimp, blue crab, brown butter breadcrumbs
Cajun Duck Poppers$15.00
double smoked bacon, jalapeño, cream cheese
Cornmeal Crusted Oysters$17.00
buttermilk ranch
Hand Pulled Burrata$18.00
pepper jelly, biscuits
Dan Dan Shrimp$15.00
spicy aioli, pickled herbs
Chicken Liver Mousse$12.00
strawberries, strawberry jam, country bread

GUMBO & GREENS

Drew's Smoked Chicken & Sausage Gumbo
okra, tasso, popcorn rice
- Cup$11.00
- Bowl$14.00
Charred Broccolini$14.00
parmesan, lemon, jalapeños
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$15.00
pecans, chilis, fresh cheese
Verde Greens Butter Lettuce$14.00
toasted seeds, radish, green goddess, herbs
Local Beets$14.00
pistachios, blue cheese, arugula

EXPRESS LUNCH

$25 includes choice of gumbo or salad and iced tea or three-finger martini

MONDAY: Buttermilk Fried Chicken
red beans, rice
TUESDAY: Pork Schnitzel
kale, grilled lemon, parmesan
WEDNESDAY: Dressed Shrimp Poboy
french fried potatoes
THURSDAY: Chicken Paillard
spring pea purée, local vegetables, parmesan
FRIDAY: Court-Bouillon Grand Mere
gulf fish, shrimp, oyster, scallion rice

LARGE PLATES

Gulf Shrimp & Grits$33.00
green onion sausage gravy
Gulf Fish$38.00
cauliflower, brown butter, almonds
Crawfish Etouffee$39.00
"a la harry" handmade green noodles, parmesan
Herb Roasted Chicken$27.00
atkinson farm vegetable, natural jus
Eunice Cheeseburger$22.00
b&b pickles, red onions, french fried potatoes
Steak Frites$36.00
wild mushrooms, salsa verde, french fries, béarnaise
Day Boat Tuna$37.00
warm spinach, crushed olives, charred lemon

DESSERT

Bread Pudding$12.00
brown butter caramel, butter pecan ice cream
Double Chocolate Cake$12.00
chocolate fudge icing, coffee ice cream
Lemon Tart$12.00
toasted meringue, pistachio ice cream

What 1,816 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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Creole / Cajun / Southern

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lbradcpa
Las Vegas
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Eunice is so consistent. Fantastic food, comfortable environment to discuss business and share good company. I had the Shrimp E’Touffe
JY
JanY
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was fabulous and the service was perfect.
GD
GeeDubya
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great waitstaff (Nathan) and his suggestions were on point! Our daughter was visiting from Atlanta and we wanted to celebrate her birthday somewhere fabulous and Eunice did not disappoint!
RJ
RosellJ
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Be sure to try the hand pulled burrata. It is divine!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an amazing Father’s Day brunch here, can’t say enough good things. Our server, Nas, was top-notch. The food is ridiculously delicious, and portions are generous. Corn bread is a MUST!! We will be back!!
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Foodie
Houston
113 reviews
vip
5.0
113 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Appetizers and mains were all delicious - will definitely return. Gumbo and etouffee were excellent as was the shrimp and grits.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
The biggest challenge was finding the restaurant and then knowing where to park. There was no sign for valet (except there was valet), so went into the garage. No signage or recommending if there for Eunice, head up past the valet spots and reserved. There was also no sign for a public elevator for an office building closed on the weekend. Had to take the stairs, which put us out on the side rear of the building. Quite a hot walk towards the ‘what you hope” is the restaurant. We had reservations and were placed in a small back room that had a TV. Not the vision I had for a birthday dinner. The food was delicious. The only other thing I suggest is for the waitstaff to emphasize that they are small shared dishes. That all being said, I will go back.
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restaurants2explore
Houston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food3service5ambience5
Wait staff was excellent. Dan Dan shrimp smelled spoiled. Brussel sprouts weren’t as good as usual.
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Notsoeasypeasy
Houston
27 reviews
vip
5.0
27 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Eunice is one of the most reliable restaurants in Houston. Chef Drake continually knocks it out of the park. All of the starters are must tries, but the cornbread is something to write home about. The service is top notch. The decor is light and inviting. I cannot say anything negative about this place. I just love it.
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RaulV
Houston
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed our time here,the food is great and great variety. The dining area is very spacious and inviting. The outdoor patio is a must in cooler months. The bar/cocktail selection is very delicious. We will be back soon.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service Great food Will return soon
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Faydoc
Houston
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Ismael. Our server was great. Atmosphere was perfect for our group. Good was wonderful!
WF
WendyF
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was great - food was delicious!
HG
HenryG
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience3
Extraordinary food. Expectedly loud. Great bar, wine list & beverage selection. Hostess, Maria, was very accommodating.
J
Jreez
Houston
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Drinks were great! That duroc pork chop is second to none!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Our wait person was Jazmine and she was delightful. We started with some small plates and she asked how we wanted our items to come out. She had several tables but was able to keep an eye on us and kept our wine glasses topped off at appropriate times. Our table was kept cleared during meal transitions. Offered dessert. Packed up our leftovers. Our meal was delicious, which we were looking forward to. We ate here a year ago and do not hesitate to tell all our friends in Austin if they are In Houston and close to this area they have to try this restaurant for the food is awesome.
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Cindy8000
London
226 reviews
vip
5.0
226 reviews
Dined on June 14, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Food was very good. Get the cornbread, the gumbo and the hamburger is fabulous!
SM
ScottM
Houston
66 reviews
vip
5.0
66 reviews
Dined on June 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took 2 friends out for lunch- their first time at Eunice. We all enjoyed our food and excellent service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Pittsburgh
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Made a last minute reservation for a Sunday brunch date with my boo - been wanting to try Eunice. Friendly hosts, light ambiance, attentive service, validated parking. Was seated by the windows which made the restaurant brightly lit. Split the duck poppers (delicious) and flounder (balanced and well prepared but needed an additional flavor/ingredient) as we weren’t too hungry. For drinks, my boyfriend got the puro passion (reposado) which was really refreshing with passion fruit notes and I got a french 75 (have had better). Overall, really cute and boujie ambiance and food was good but for the $ I would’ve expected to be more impressed by food and drink. Our bill was close to $100 for 2 drinks, an appetizer, and a shared main dish.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was great.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My husband and I enjoyed our dinner date to Eunice. The Daiquiri was delicious and the appetizers were tasty. We ordered the cast iron cornbread and duck bacon poppers. I could eat those all day. Amazing flavor. We also had the gumbo and shrimp & grits. Both dishes had excellent flavors. The service was great and so was the ambiance. Highly recommend. Looking forward to trying the brunch one day.
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Lookingforyum
Atlanta
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful and bright. We sat at the bar and had the perfect amount of attention. Best salad had plenty of beets and a delicious slightly sweet dressing. A generous serving of chicken and sausage gumbo provided high level of heat. Tuna tartare was tasty but was a lackluster presentation. It was spooned into a white bowl with a lot of sauce and no shape.
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Rebecca
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was amazing, and that’s coming from 2 native Louisianans! Their cornbread was the best I’ve had in my life, the gumbo is a delicious dark roux, and the brussel sprouts are a zesty delight. Happy hour prices added to a fantastic night out. The bramble and vesper were tasty and not weak on the alcohol. Staff was warm and knowledgeable.
M
Margaret
New Mexico
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our food was delicious and our waiter, Nathan, was absolutely OUTSTANDING!
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Houston
Houston
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Server Big Nate was awesome! Really made certain everything was perfect for our table. Highly recommend him!
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Falstaff
Houston
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on June 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A perfect balance between the innovative and the traditional.
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patrickr
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good food and service
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I had the best time at Eunice! The service was top tier and the food was so good. We didn’t have a bad plate.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service, great place to go for fancy creole food in Houston. We were so stuffed! What we like about this place is we can share everything, including the main course. Recommended 👍🏼
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Tubs
Denver
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience5
Nice and pretty restaurant. Staff was great. Food was bad quality.
SC
SusanC
Houston
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service from Nathan. Fabulous cornbread. They need a sign though on Richmond where the entrance is. Address and sign is on Weslayan. Confusing if you've never been there.
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billboy
Houston
35 reviews
vip
3.0
35 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience3
Good food and excellent service, priced like unbelievable food. Houston is tough, multiple very good creole and Cajun restaurants, many better than this one and not nearly as expensive. Odd location in an office building; they’ve done their best decorating but limited by the sterile surroundings. Wine list also ok, but again wildly overpriced.
JF
JuliaF
Houston
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on June 3, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience3
The food and service were great. There was a distracting group documenting everything and every location in the restaurant on social media, complete with a light bar and music, that was rather distracting and disrupted the overall ambiance of the restaurant.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent meal and accommodating service.
RB
RolandB
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Server was friendly, food was fresh and delicious and the drinks were really good
CS
CalvinS
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Server was Nate Jones. Fantastic. Request for him if you go in.
JB
JohnB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was fantastic. It was innovative, fresh, and tasted incredible. I highly recommend this restaurant, and I will definitely be returning.
LG
LeeG
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The hardest part about dining at Eunice is ordering—you just have to accept that you’re leaving something fabulous behind. And my best advice: only invite people who share bites!
CC
ChrisC
Houston
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great!
LD
LuisD
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is an outstanding place, I always want to go back and recommend to friends and visitors,

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You can order delivery directly from Eunice using the Order Online button. Eunice also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (832) 491-1717.

Eunice is rated 4.8 stars by 1816 OpenTable diners.

Eunice does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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