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Lucille's, Houston, TX
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Lucille's

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$31 to $50
Southern
5512 La Branch Street, Houston, TX 77004

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
Nestled in a 1920s mission-style home in the heart of Houston’s Museum District, Lucille's specializes in well-refined Southern cuisine with infusions of international techniques and flavors. The restaurant serves as a tribute to the culinary tradition began by Executive Chef & Owner Chris Williams’ great-grandmother, Lucille B. Smith, who was a culinary pioneer and successful entrepreneur who founded her own food corporation. Today, the Lucille’s team continues to pay homage to their namesake by replicating some of her most famous recipes while embellishing others to create innovative takes on Southern food classics.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Christopher Williams

From the OpenTable editors: Southern staples get progressive twists at this Houston mainstay helmed by acclaimed chef and James Beard finalist Chris Williams. In a 1920s mission-style home dressed with warm woods and family photographs, he brings a refined touch to Texas favorites like tender oxtail tamales and a brined, slow-fried yardbird with honey-spiced gravy—all inspired by his great-grandmother Lucille B. Smith, a culinary innovator in her day.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Comfort Food, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Thu 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Lucille’s offers many options to satisfy your special event both on site and off premis.<br /><br />Our catering services can accommodate any event size.<br /><br />For more information and to discuss how we can make your event a time to remember please give us a call or send a message.
  • Private party facilities
    Lucille’s offers many options to satisfy your special event.Our facilities and location allow us to accommodate any event size.For more information and to discuss how we can make your event a time to remember please give us a call or send a message.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Museum District
  • Cross street
    Metered street parking is available as well
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the lot directly across the street.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,478 people are saying

Lucille's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lucille's in Houston is a local favorite known for its high-quality Southern cuisine and "amazing" service. The charming patio offers a delightful dining experience. Highlights include the "fabulous" fried green tomatoes, chili biscuits, and the "delicious" shrimp and grits. The restaurant boasts a lively atmosphere perfect for brunch, with a noteworthy cocktail menu.

2,478 Reviews
  1. Kirbi

    Houston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Crab cake was so good!! Loved it!

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  2. Gabby VIP

    Houston5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I've been a frequent visitor of Lucille's since they first opened, but last night's visit on 5/10/25 was not the best. I took my mom to the restaurant for Mother's Day, and I'm kind of sad that I did. The food was extremely salty, they ran out of salmon...ok, we can work around that, but the yardbird my mom ordered was very salty. The server we had was mediocre. He kept blaming his poor service to the fact that he had only been there for a month. Is there no training? He also shared that the menu had changed, but was not sure what changed, and he didn't even know how long the restaurant had been opened. He paid no attention to details, and took forever to bring out our drinks...another server had to bring us water because she saw we had been sitting for a long time with no service. I heard from another server that the kitchen was slow last night, but our server never said that to us, it was kinda like we had to remind him to bring us certain things we had ordered. Maybe he was overwhelmed, but that was not a good excuse for poor service. Additionally, he had negative things to say about management...that was off putting as a customer, and makes me feel like this restaurant should not be considered for any meal in the future. Lucille's has never been this horrible across the board for us. The servers tried, but came up short last night. The negative comments about management, and lack of presence of management were a shock for this visit. I wish this business well, but something needs to be revamped before more lackluster reviews surface that can change the flow of customers trying out this restaurant. I expected better because I've had better from Lucille's for years. Oh yeah, the valet guys wrecked two cars they were bringing to people who were waiting. I’m glad it wasn’t mine, but gee…what was in the water at Lucille’s last night?

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  3. GUILLERMO VIP

    Houston26 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Not great. Food was just OK. Not enough flavor. Service was just ok. Ordered corn bread and was not brought with our meal. After asking, it seems they had run out. Again, just ok.

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  4. Ellen VIP

    Los Angeles47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were a group of six. Everyone’s meal was great. The braised oxtail fell off the bone and was delicious. The salmon with lump crab was to die for and the shrimp with grits and catfish with grits were also superb. We also had some of the house designed cocktails - which we thoroughly enjoyed. We had fabulous service and would gladly dine here again.

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  5. Robin

    Portland6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    There is absolutly no parking available. There is construction blocking the street out front and traffic flow becomes completely blocked. We arrived 15 min early but could not be seated until all people of the party were inside. It took 30min for the valet to take the vehicle. Then when we came out, our vehicle was exactly in the same spot that we left it and the key was missing. We had to pay $10 to the valet that never got into the vehilce and had to wait an additional 15min to find the valet driver who kept the key in his pocket instead of the booth rack.

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  6. tracey

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience/awesome atmosphere /delicious food/Q our waiter very attentive

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  7. Katie VIP

    Philadelphia13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dishes were all beautiful and so tasty! A very memorable experience for our large group - the hospitality was top notch. We loved dining on the patio, it was the perfect brunch day!

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  8. Dan

    Houston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated outside, good music, great food, and attentive service

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  9. Cheryll VIP

    Houston59 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great southern flared dishes! Catfish & Grits are a favorite but we also had the crab cakes with corn & black eyed pea salsa which was amazing! Quincey was very welcoming and offered great service!

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  10. Stacey

    Vancouver1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love going to Lucille’s! The food is always delicious and the service is fantastic!

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FAQs

Lucille's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 568-2505.

Lucille's is rated 4.4 stars by 2478 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
Google Map for Lucille's

5512 La Branch Street, Houston, TX 77004

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Metered street parking is available as well
  • Neighborhood
    Museum District
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Thu 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Southern, Comfort Food, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the lot directly across the street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Lucille’s offers many options to satisfy your special event both on site and off premis.<br /><br />Our catering services can accommodate any event size.<br /><br />For more information and to discuss how we can make your event a time to remember please give us a call or send a message.
  • Private party facilities
    Lucille’s offers many options to satisfy your special event.Our facilities and location allow us to accommodate any event size.For more information and to discuss how we can make your event a time to remember please give us a call or send a message.
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