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Grace's, Houston, TX

Grace's

4.8
4.8
4335 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
Brunch on Saturday and Sunday is primarily first come, first served. If you do not see the time you want available online, please call us directly.

When owner Johnny Carrabba set out on his next restaurant venture, he knew his vision would include the fond memories he had of his dear grandmother Grace Mandola. Grace, also known to the family as Mama, was a Sicilian woman born to immigrant parents in Louisiana. She had a flair for cooking, hospitality, and deep faith.

She was known to make bread from scratch every Saturday for her legendary three-hour Sicilian Sunday lunches; and, her newly established family roots in Louisiana added interesting flavors to her home cooked meals. The entire Mandola family, including her five children and fourteen grandchildren, was regularly greeted in her home with smells of warm bread, well brewed sauces and homemade soups. It was around her table that her family learned the true meaning and value of relationships, friendships and good food.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Southern
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch and Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 11:00am - 9:00pm Friday: 11:00am - 10:00pm Saturday: 9:00am - 10:00pm Sunday: 9:00am - 9:00pm Brunch: Saturday and Sunday: 9:00am-3:00pm
  • Phone number
    (713) 728-6410
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, our private dining space is an intimate and inviting space accommodating up to 45 people.
  • Private party contact
    Ana: (855) 972-4313
  • Neighborhood
    Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
  • Cross street
    Branard
  • Parking details
    We offer complementary valet as well as an adjoining four-story parking garage for our guests.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,335 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Houston

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Grace's offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service." Guests rave about the "jalapeño cornbread" and "chicken tortilla soup," highlighting the "great atmosphere" and "friendly staff." While some experienced service hiccups, the restaurant consistently impresses with its "amazing southern dishes" and "cozy vibe," making it a favorite spot for many.

4,335 Reviews
  1. Tarsha

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing as always! The staff was so attentive and made great recommendations for our family. We love Grace’s!!!

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  2. Aschella

    Houston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The hostess was rude. Made a reservation for 6 but five. The 6th person was running late by 10 minutes. Hostess said to call them to hurry because they do not like to seat until all parties are present. Assured them we would order drinks and appetizers which would be more than enough time for the 6th person to arrive. Then escorted to a table for four and was annoyed when it was brought to their attention. Told me that the slightly larger table was for a reservation. As I pointed out I made a reservation as well as advised on by her on that previous Wednesday. So discrimination was a factor because the more important racial party who had not yet checked in or arrived was allow to be comfortable. We comprised for another small table away from the cramped corner. When I express that the customer service here was very poor which I was not accustomed when dinning there in the past, she roller her eyes, scooted and walked away. The serves did. The waiter did not understand why we were not permitted to sit at the other table.

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  3. Luis

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Both the service and the food was excellent. Will definitely return on another occasion.

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  4. Renee

    VIP

    Houston

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was so good. Our friends with us said the cornbread was the best they ever had. Our food came out at just the right time. Service was perfect.

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  5. Pat

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We five ladies were celebrating two special birthdays and it was outstanding. We were in the bar area and our waiter Ned was great. Everyone loved their lunch choice and the carrot cake was the perfect selection.

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  6. Lisle

    Houston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    I absolutely love Grace‘s and I’m normally warmly greeted by the hostess, and servers. However for this experience there was a very combative hostile exchange between the hostess and my partner which really put a bad taste in my mouth. I was not able to engage with the hostess about the engagement/ confrontation that they (the hostess initiated) while my party arrived to the table. I love Graces and I actually believe I’ve always been treated well there. I also enjoy the food, but right now I’m not really sure how I feel about the establishment since no one talked to me after a terrible exchange. I wish I could have addressed how I was treated; and I want to continue to patron the location but Todd Kuzdzal did not take time to hear my concerns. I just need to be able to have more conversations with management to feel comfortable moving forward.

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  7. marcus

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for wife’s birthday she was pleased. Didn’t like the shrimp tails in the grits but everything else was great.

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  8. Jon

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been to Grace's multiple times, came for brunch, never disappointed. Food always great even all the way to the valet services. All was great

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  9. Angela

    VIP

    Houston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and great service! Manager was great and engaged assisting staff.

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  10. Candice

    Houston

    34 reviews

    3.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Came to celebrate a birthday dinner and it was overall disappointing and not the what we remember of dining at Graces. Our waiter Cameron was nice and answered questions when asked but was very quiet, we had to ask his name and would leave for extended periods of time and we’d have to request for him to come to the table when we had questions or needed to order. It was very awkward and definitely felt that service was lacking. Another waiter came at the end to wrap up our to go items, we had to ask what were the dessert options and to take care of the bill, Cameron just seemed to disappear with no explanation. As far as the food, The appetizers and entrees were flavorful. One of the kid chicken tenders entrees ordered was over cooked and was unable to eat it, so one kid wasn’t able to eat their food. The waiter never came back to our table once food was served to check on the table so wasn’t able to order a replacement item.

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FAQs

Grace's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 728-6410.

Grace's is rated 4.8 stars by 4335 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 67 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Grace's

3111 Kirby Drive Houston, Houston, TX 77098

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Branard
  • Neighborhood
    Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch and Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 11:00am - 9:00pm Friday: 11:00am - 10:00pm Saturday: 9:00am - 10:00pm Sunday: 9:00am - 9:00pm Brunch: Saturday and Sunday: 9:00am-3:00pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Southern
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We offer complementary valet as well as an adjoining four-story parking garage for our guests.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (713) 728-6410
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating with family and friends or hosting a corporate event, our private dining space is an intimate and inviting space accommodating up to 45 people.
  • Private party contact
    Ana: (855) 972-4313
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