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Lucille's, Houston, TX

Lucille's

4.3
4.3
2066 Reviews
$31 to $50
Comfort Food
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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.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 46 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, Global, International, Southern
  • 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
    (713) 568-2505
  • Website
    https://www.lucilleshouston.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Owned/operated by
    Black/African American
  • Executive chef
    Christopher Williams
  • 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.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Dining Coordinator, Chakii Birdwell: (855) 400-5341
  • Location
    5512 La Branch Street, Houston, TX 77004
  • 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

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What 2,066 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

Noise • Moderate

2,066 Reviews

  1. indiestar

    Houston

    26 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food was generally very good - light on seasoning (salt and acid) but pretty delicious still. Those chili biscuits were outstanding! The service was good but could have been great (lady at the front was a little grumpy). The meal was a great value and the ambiance was casual but very nice. I would definitely come back again.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    The food was average at best. The server was pleasant, however, her fingers were in my food. There was no ambiance whatsoever.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall1food1service3ambience1
    I’ve seen this placed advertised many times but this Saturday was my first and VERY LAST EXPERIENCE. I will NEVER eat here again and will encourage others not to go there. Service was ok but the food was TERRIBLE AND NOT WORTH the money. I ordered French toast which was btw 3 hamburger buns smashed flat and the chicken wings was extremely small and you can tell the chicken was not fresh. My co workers had the oxtail omlet and they did NOT like. Needless to say, we held a business meeting there the 4 of us was not IMPRESSED AND neither one of us will NOT RETURN BACK. There was other issues but I’m really done typing and giving feedback to a place I will never return to. It’s not worth my time .

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  4. JenniferC

    Houston

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    Parking was horrible and food was underwhelming for the price.

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  5. ElizabethV

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I went to Lucille's on a recommendation and they did not disappoint!!! If you are ever in Houston, this place is a must. The vibe in the restaurant was perfect, the staff wonderful, the food delicious.....what more can you ask for. I am solo on this trip and when my server came to the table I asked not to judge me, I planned on trying a few things on the menu because it all looked so good. Tali was wonderful! She was personable, non judgmental (LOL), and always swung by my table with a smile. If I ever make it to Houston again, I will be back!

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  6. JacquelineD

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4
    Very good southern food, we wil definitely go back but at lunch hour as the brunch menu was a bit limited.

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  7. DeborahC

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing, the presentation was great, superb hospitality and overall a very nice experience. I will definitely eat there again.

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  8. Cookie

    Houston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had a 2pm reservation for brunch. We did not have to wait to be seated. The service was friendly and efficient. The food was good: chicken fried steak, the Lucille’s burger, catfish and grits and chicken and waffles with fried green tomatoes and roasted sprouts. Highly recommended.

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  9. AnitaB

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was amazing. I wish they had a few more vegan choices but everything else was great! The waitress was very nice and let us know about the jazz brunch on the weekend. Definitely going back asap.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall4food4service2ambience2
    Food was decent . I have had better in the past . Feel like we were being rushed as they were closing soon . Reservation was for outdoor seating and were given upstairs seating next to bathroom or a folding table

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Delicious. I had French toast and fish and grits and it was yummy!!!

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  12. ToshaO

    San Antonio

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 19, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    First time at Lucille’s! The best omelette I’ve ever had! Will definitely be returning.

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  13. Technofile

    Houston

    31 reviews

    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    The oxtail omelette was quite good and the country benedict is a definite recommend. The potato hash side was a little under seasoned. Overall a good brunch and we will definitely go again.

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  14. AlexS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great spot for an office team lunch. The food was great and so was the service. We booked a reservation on open table and being a group of 8, we were seated immediately. We will be back.

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  15. Shani

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Linda was our server and she was absolutely amazing! My parents loved everything and will be coming back soon.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Loved it! Went on a Friday night and the ambience was very chill with good R&B music playing. The food was fresh and well prepped.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    Loved the vibe here! My girls and I visited from Philly. Quincy was super kind and accommodating to our unique circumstances. Food was top tier! Enjoyed the oxtail omelet..whew! And the chicken and waffles were amazing. Gotta try the fired green tomatoes to start, delicious! Thanks for a great experience!

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  18. StarlaS

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I’ve been to this restaurant several times and I would say this was my all time favorite. It’s always been outstanding but this time they even stepped it up a bit more. Enjoyed the experience. Thank you for a great start to our evening.

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  19. WannaGo

    Houston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous, delicious butcher burger. One of the best i've had. The fries were also very good.

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  20. Janice

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Reliably delicious!! Great service! Wonderful ambiance

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  21. Glynn

    Houston

    11 reviews

    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience1
    Our experience was not good because our reservation was for an outside table for 11a on Sunday (shortly after they opened) however we were told upon arrival that there were none available. Sitting inside was not pleasant inside because of the noise level.

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  22. Olivia

    Houston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    The food was neither great nor horrible. It was a very average experience overall but the service from our waitress was great!

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  23. ChrisH

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and tables outside were enjoyable. Very peaceful setting. It was quiet until the live music started, which was too loud, but we were leaving. Excellent service, food came quickly. Definitely worth returning

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  24. JasonA

    Houston

    101 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    101 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great food and attentive personnel. We will definitely be back! The tamale appetizer was amazing!

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  25. BarryR

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The food and service were excellent. Would have given a 5th star, but we were seated the kitchen entrance.

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  26. RonJ

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a great experience! Food was excellent and we had fun! I am sure we were much too loud! The experience was enhanced by our server (Alex, I think) who was helpful charming, and funny! Hold on to him! Thanks for the hospitality!

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  27. HannahM

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Lucille’s is always a wonderful experience. We went for brunch right when they opened. Service was prompt and attentive. Food was as good as it looks. Try the croissant French toast!

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  28. TheyCanDoBetter

    Dallas

    34 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience2
    Average food. Small menu. Fairly loud. Not expensive.

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  29. RedFish

    Philadelphia

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Frankly, we were disappointed, given the generally favorable reviews we had seen online. Server did not point out the cornbread on the menu after we expressed interest in the biscuits, which we decided against because of the chilis in the recipe. Shrimp and grits was pretty tasteless. Fried chicken was OK, but only had two small pieces.

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  30. Sylvinka

    Houston

    56 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The burger was great, we had the catfish nuggets and gumbo and shared it and we were very full. Good deal! The old fashioned was super sweet, wine was good. The issue was a VALET PARKING. $10 plus $2 for "convenience fee", let me tell you, nothing convenient about that. There is a huuuuuuge puddle in front of the restaurant and you can't get over it unless you use the "bridge" with carpet on it. The guy that brought the car back parked it so I couldn't get on the "bridge". Just download the parking app and park on the street. It will be way more convenient!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love Lucille’s. Quality food and great ambiance.

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  32. Sylvia

    Houston

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Our server was wonderful and timely with our orders. Music is a little loud for a business lunch atmosphere. Would be more appropriate for a brunch time, but not weekday lunches. Also, it was drizzling outside when I arrived at 10:55am and the staff member at the hostess stand did NOT open the door until 11:00am - so, I (and the other two patrons waiting outside) were wet by the rain.

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  33. JOHND

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lucille’s was delicious and we are so glad we dined there! Waiter was awesome

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  34. CHB59

    Houston

    52 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    52 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Met my sister-in-law for lunch yesterday. We started with the chili biscuits, which were good. She had the fried green tomatoes with a spicy aioli (terrific!) and butternut squash (tasty) and I had the yardbird, which was decent but not a repeat for me. Service was terrific - Linda L. was very helpful and pleasant. Warning: only parking nearby for the restaurant is $10.00 valet. I’m not a fan of mandatory valet.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Little Rock

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and Service was amazing and fast. Visiting from LA and searched on Google “Best Brunch in Houston” and Lucille’s came up in the top three. I can definitely see why. The food, service and drinks are top tier. Will definitely be back. The only negative thing about this was the food leaving my plate lol

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  36. Allison

    Houston

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience4
    For my first time, it was definitely my last. Not sure if the kitchen was short staffed or there was problems with staffing period; however, seems the staff is pressured for time. the hostess and the waiter rushed everything; waitor was ok and I know he was just trying to do his job. However; he seemed to be in a huge rush and I couldn't get a word out before him cutting me off and not listening/paying full attention to my order. I was interrupted several times. Food was bland, ordered shrimp and grits. grits are probably out of a box. No flavor. and they added grape tomatoes to my fish and grits. Who puts tomatoes on grits?? Even the shrimp on it we're bland. Steam cooked I believe. Smelled very fishy and I hate having to send plates back so I asked for hot sauce and was able to stomach it. The other people with me ordered their burgers medium rare and the both came out well done AF. Lol needless to say it was disappointing.

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  37. LisaK

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall2food4service2ambience2
    After calling and hearing that having a reservation was the way to go I made one on opentable for 11am. I got to the restaurant at 10:59 checked in and was told I needed to wait 15 minutes. Well 30 minutes later my party was seated. We started with an appetizer, when it came it was placed on our table and 4 plates were put in from of me as the waiter left. I took the plates and passed around to my guests. Then a carafe of water was placed on the table and waiter left. Didn't ask or offer to pour water in our glasses. Our entrees came out quickly and we ate and were out by 12pm. They want you in out so they can keep em coming. Was disappointed to say the least.

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  38. SteveS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is great and there is always something new on the menu to try!

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  39. DMajor

    Houston

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have eaten at Lucille's several times over the years and it never disappoints. The fried green tomatoes and "Yardbird" fried chicken were great. My wife enjoyed her blackened catfish and grits. All great including the service.

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  40. NoName

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    No complaints. Food came out fast. Typical brunch spot. Wasn’t nasty at all. Just wasn’t sold on it completely.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Lucille's using the Order Online button. Lucille's also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 568-2505.

Lucille's is rated 4.3 stars by 2066 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 46 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
    Comfort Food, Global, International, Southern
  • 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
  • Owned/operated by
    Black/African American
  • Executive chef
    Christopher Williams
  • 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
  • Website
    https://www.lucilleshouston.com/
  • Phone number
    (713) 568-2505
  • 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.
  • Private party contact
    Our Private Dining Coordinator, Chakii Birdwell: (855) 400-5341

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