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Ishtia by eculent

Name: Ishtia by eculent
Address: 709 Harris Ave Kemah, TX, Kemah, TX, United States, 77565
Telephone: (713) 429-4311
Price range: más de $50
Rating: 4.7

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709 Harris Ave Kemah, TX, Kemah, 77565 TX

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2 personas

2 jul 2025

7:00 p.m.

Reservado 2 veces hoy

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Welcome to Ishtia (v) to begin, start (to do something) | Away from the bustling city, on a quiet street in the bayside town of Kemah, stands “Ishtia,” a unique indigenous restaurant. It’s more than just a place to eat; it’s a sanctuary of food, culture, and community. The Tasting Menu transports you to a different world. The scent of mesquite and sage mingles with the rich aroma of roasted corn and smoked meats. The walls are adorned with tapestries, pottery, and artifacts from various indigenous people. Soft, rhythmic drumbeats play in the background, creating a warm and reverent atmosphere. Ishtia is the creation of Chef David Skinner, a Choctaw tribal member, inspired by his ancestors' stories. He believes every dish has a story, and at Ishtia, those stories come to life.

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Chef ejecutivo: David Christopher Skinner

Del equipo editorial de OpenTable: Chef David Skinner’s intimate, highly personal 18-seat tasting menu restaurant zeroes in on a variety of Indigenous American cuisines, a reflection of his own Choctaw heritage. Opened in 2024, the restaurant’s multi-course menus, cooked over live fire, have already earned accolades, including a nod from Eater for the Best New Restaurant in Houston and a James Beard semifinalist placement for Skinner for Best Chef: Texas. Settle in for a three-hour dining experience at one of the few Indigenous-focused restaurants in the entire country as you dig into soulful dishes like tanchi labona, a Choctaw soup made with nixtamalized corn and pork.

Información adicional

Ambiente
Cena fina
Precios
más de $50
Cocinas
Americana, Con productos locales, Silvestre
Horarios
Jue 19:00–22:00 Vie, Sáb 18:30–22:00
Número de teléfono
(713) 429-4311
Página web
https://www.ishtia.com/
Opciones de pago
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Informal y elegante
Servicio de comidas
We cater events from as small as 8 people to over 100. For more information email us at eat@ishita.com with your details.
Instalaciones para eventos privados
We have multiple areas for private events on our complex. Private events from 10 to 50 people are available with custom menus depending upon the event. For more information contact David Skinner at eat@ishtia.com.

Ubicación
709 Harris Ave Kemah, TX, Kemah, 77565 TX
Zona
Kemah/Seabrook
Intersección en calle
We are between 7th and 8th Street on Harris Ave. Right behind T bone Tom's
Parking details
Estacionamiento privado
Adicional
Acceso para silla ruedas, Asientos en la barra, Cócteles, Mesa del chef, Opciones libres de gluten, Para no fumadores, Vinos

Experiencias

Indigenous Journey Tasting Menu
USD 239.00 por persona
Varias fechas disponibles
The 18-course Indigenous Journey at Ishtia is a tribute to ancestral flavors, traditions, and the land’s bounty. Inspired by Chef David Skinner’s Choctaw heritage, this immersive experience showcases wild-foraged plants, heirloom grains, sustainable game, and indigenous spices from North and South America. Each course tells a story through fire, water, earth, and air, blending smoke-infused broths, stone-ground maize, and botanically infused elements. Enhance your experience with expertly paired wines or botanical infusions, designed to complement each bite (additional charge). This journey is a ceremonial celebration of culture, history, and flavor.
Sacred Harvest Tasting Menu
USD 225.00 por persona
Varias fechas disponibles
Embark on a 15-course culinary journey honoring the rich heritage of indigenous flavors and traditions. Crafted by Choctaw Chef David Skinner, each dish is a tribute to the land, featuring ancestral ingredients, modern techniques, and a deep reverence for nature. Sourced from local farms, waters, and wild foraged elements, every course tells a story of resilience, seasonality, and cultural legacy. Enhance your experience with expertly paired wines or botanical infusions, designed to complement each bite (additional charge). More than a meal, this is a celebration of history, flavor, and connection.

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Reseñas de Ishtia by eculent de comensales del restaurante. Basadas en valoraciones recientes.

Calificaciones y reseñas generales

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4.7

4.7 de acuerdo a todas las calificaciones

4.7Comida
4.8Servicio
4.9Ambiente
4.5Valor

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4 reseñas

J
Jay
Houston22 reseñas
5.0
Comieron hace 3 días
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
What a great evening. 20 something individual courses/bites. Each unique, flavorful and fun to eat. Many surprises. The focus on indigenous American food with family ties made it a very informative evening. I highly recommend.
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Robert
Houston1 reseña
5.0
Comieron hace 3 días
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
I never thought I could be stunned into reverent silence by a bite of food. Yet the menu at Ishtia did that to me several times over the course of the evening. If you have the means and the time, book a seat at this restaurant.
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Stephanie VIP
Nueva Orleans/Luisiana12 reseñas
5.0
Comieron en 10 de mayo de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
What a night! We really enjoyed the Ishtia dining experience. Charmed from the moment I saw the cute little garden and prominently displayed quote from one of my favorite authors, Roald Dahl "A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men." Really set the stage for our evening. The dining experience starts upstairs in the winery with a drink if you like, and the first few small bites. I don't want to give too much away, but we really appreciated the focus on local and indigenous ingredients. Chef David Skinner guides you through each course and delivers surprises and knowledge without pretension. The main dining experience takes place in a cozy dining room around a gorgeous wooden bar. You are surrounded with unique collection of mementos and ingredients. I did the classic wine pairing and enjoyed it. My dining partner had a couple cocktails, but they have very limited spirits available. The plating and presentation beautifully exceeded my expectations and the food was delicious. Ishtia's awards and hype are well deserved. If you aren't an adventurous eater, this might push your boundaries, but I think most people will leave delighted. Is it expensive? Yeah. BUT this isn't some pretentious place where you pay an outrageous price for absurdly small portions and leave hungry. Those are the worst. After Ishtia, I was well fed, but not uncomfortably full despite the numerous courses. I would put this dinner on par with a Michelin star experience we had in Iceland at Restaurant Ox- both have a skilled chef with laser focused menu and playful fulfilling dining experience. Well worth the drive to Kemah!
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BMEDP
Houston43 reseñas
5.0
Comieron en 21 de marzo de 2025
1. Global 5
2. Comida 5
3. Servicio 5
4. Ambiente 5
Perhaps THE best and most amazing meal we’ve had in the most diverse food city in the USA!! Outstanding service too!
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Ishtia by eculent tiene una calificación promedio de 4.7 estrellas, según 4 comensales de OpenTable.

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2 personas

2 jul 2025

7:00 p.m.

Reservado 2 veces hoy

Hay experiencias disponibles.

709 Harris Ave Kemah, TX, Kemah, 77565 TX

Información adicional

Intersección en calle
We are between 7th and 8th Street on Harris Ave. Right behind T bone Tom's
Zona
Kemah/Seabrook
Horarios
Jue 19:00–22:00 Vie, Sáb 18:30–22:00
Precios
más de $50
Cocinas
Americana, Con productos locales, Silvestre
Ambiente
Cena fina
Dress code
Informal y elegante
Parking details
Estacionamiento privado
Opciones de pago
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Adicional
Acceso para silla ruedas, Asientos en la barra, Cócteles, Mesa del chef, Opciones libres de gluten, Para no fumadores, Vinos

Página web
https://www.ishtia.com/
Número de teléfono
(713) 429-4311
Servicio de comidas
We cater events from as small as 8 people to over 100. For more information email us at eat@ishita.com with your details.
Instalaciones para eventos privados
We have multiple areas for private events on our complex. Private events from 10 to 50 people are available with custom menus depending upon the event. For more information contact David Skinner at eat@ishtia.com.

Ishtia by eculent

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