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Lucille's, Houston, TX
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Lucille's

$31 to $50
Southern

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for special occasions
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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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 2,438 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lucille's is a delightful spot for Southern comfort cuisine, offering "incredible food" with standout dishes like "fried green tomatoes" and "oxtail omelette." The ambiance blends historic charm with modern comfort, complemented by "impeccable service." Valet parking is suggested due to limited street options. A must-visit in Houston!

2,438 Reviews
  1. Cll77008

    Houston5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It was fine. I like the place. Because of the rain, all of their outside reservations came inside which threw off ours. We managed, but it was a little odd.

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  2. Betty

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brunch at Lucille’s was great. Limited menu but everything was very tasty. Service was really quick but we ordered as soon as we sat down. Valet parking is the best way to handle parking. Live entertainment is very nice but loud so conversations are difficult.

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  3. NancyB

    Houston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Five of us enjoyed a wonderful dinner on the patio. It was a cool breezy evening and the patio was perfect. Our server was attentive and flawless. The catfish and grits, visually striking with its purple-hued coleslaw topping, was flavorful. I couldn’t stop eating the creamy grits. Heaven! We split two desserts which would have been three but they were out of the lemon icebox pie. Will try it next time!

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  4. Roz

    Dallas18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was excellent as always! Fried green tomatoes are to die for!

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  5. Josh

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Beautiful restaurant with a relaxed but upscale vibe. The menu is appealing, the food was decent, and prices were reasonable. Easy street parking when I went, but $10 valet parking also available.

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  6. Marty VIP

    Houston20 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    I booked our table for four mature women for 10a Sat brunch several weeks in advance. Two of us were early while the other two were hunting for the elusive street parking places. We two early arrivals asked if we could order a drink at the bar while we waited for the friends. Well we COULD, but we couldn’t sit at the bar which was empty but had reserved placards at each bar stool. We’d have to “sit over there” which turned out to be six uncomfortable convention type stackable chairs placed against a wall. No where to set your expensive cocktail. Our two friends gave up and valet parked. As we were being seated on the patio, we were informed “this is a 90 minute table.” Say what? First we had heard of that. We had cocktails, two bottles of wine, appetizers and entrees. (Not bad for 90 minutes, right? It’s not like we were sitting there sipping on our waters.) We were ready to order coffee and dessert when a soft spoken young woman appeared to inform us that our 90 minutes were up. We said we were just waiting for our server to return to order dessert and coffee. (He had been very available but had seemed to disappear after our table was bussed.) The deliverer of the bad news said we’d have to ask our server about ordering dessert. He claimed SHE would have to make that decision. Obviously they both knew the drill. What a terrible position to put your serve staff in. Our server Alex was competent and personable but in retrospect he was clearly encouraging us to hurry up throughout our allotted 90 minutes. There were LOTS of four tops available when we left, paying $10 each for valet. The food was as great as we all remembered but none of us will be back after this bait and switch 90 minutes limit. It’s a shame because our earlier experiences at Lucille’s were positive. I should add that as we were leaving at 11:35, the live music began and it was really LOUD. We really couldn’t have continued our delightful conversation anyway.

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  7. Dodie

    Austin3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was very tasty- the oxtail tamales, catfish and cheesy grits and collard greens. Server was great. The reason why I rated service 3 stars is because the lady hostess when you walk in was very unfriendly and bossing her help around very rude. We make this a yearly visit when in Houston for the rodeo.

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  8. Justin VIP

    Houston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food very attentive server. Food came out hot. Server was very attentive. Plan ahead for parking 

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  9. Bria

    Oklahoma City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Went wanting brunch but did not realize it is only on the weekends. Mac and cheese was good just wish it came out hot. Ordered the Boudin Balls and for 17 dollars I expected 4 and not 3. Overall a great time! This is my 4th visit and I’ll say the prior visits did not disappoint.

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  10. MBC66209

    Chicago3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is amazing and the service is attentive but not hovering

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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 4.5 stars by 2438 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 34 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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