Hugo's

Hugo's is a mexican restaurant Houston located in United States.

9 / 10
470
ratings
  • Phone

    (713) 524-7744

  • Website

    hugosrestaurant.net

  • Instagram

    hugos_houston

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  • Type

    Mexican Restaurant

Address

1600 Westheimer Rd (at Mandell) Houston , TX 77006 United States

Reservations Yes
Credit Cards Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi Yes
Outdoor Seating Yes
Dining Options Bar Service
Parking Street, Valet
Restroom Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 132


Keywords:

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Houston Press

The majesty of authentic Mexican cuisine shines with chefs Hugo Ortega and Ruben Ortega's beautifully-prepared, achiote-rubbed, whole-roasted suckling pig . Get the lechon appetizer ($12) Read more

Houston Press

Try the brunch Corn souffle , poached eggs , shrimp and octopus ceviche , chorizo-stuffed ancho chiles, roasted rack of lamb , costillas, carnitas , tamales , & more are all waiting for you to devour them. Read more

Lucy Grillet

Appetizers a little bit big, so we got full too soon. Pulpo is delicious, Mejillones y almejas, and Vuelve a la vida too! For dessert Churros are very good! Nice place and great service! Recommended!

Patricia R

Had a wonderful birthday lunch . Food was delicious and reminded me of my vacations visiting my grandmother in Mexico. Menu was a little too big and bulky but food was great.

Local Houston Magazine

Hugo's is the pinnacle of upscale Mexican. The food is immaculate, the service is warm and friendly , and the specialty margaritas are a must have! Read more

Saul Esquivel

The service was great we had the flautas and the Cañita de Borrego, the plates were delicious. Highly recommend this restaurant . We also had an appetizer which was taquitos de papa yummiest.We love it

Houston Press

Owner/chef Hugo Ortega has become a Houston legend alongside wife and restaurateur Tracy Vaught - who also operates Prego, Trevisio and Backstreet Cafe - and their longtime sommelier , Sean Beck . Read more

Brian Sticker ????

Had a great time at Hugo's w/ L&N & JLS. Grasshoppers , bone marrow , chicken , beef skirt and great brown & black mole sauce . Valet parking with $25 car wash . 11/26/16

Fernando Covas

Sunday brunch is excellent. Awesome selection of special and tasty Mexican dishes , accompanied by refreshing aguas frescas . Added bonus: they'll wash your car while you eat!

Bitches Who Brunch

We enjoyed the ceviche traditional and the carnitas and were absolutely blown away by the scallops served atop sweet cornbread with a cream sauce . You must order the churros . Read more

Shah

The shrimp ceviche is seriously a dish I’ll never forget. The pork in a banana leaf was absolutely delicious, too. A must-visit.

Leandro Ardissone

Long waiting if you don't reserve previously. Also it's a bit expensive for a buffet food on Sunday's brunch ($33 per person, no beverage included). Food is great and lot of choices, also sweet table.

Koma Salazar

Sampler platter to start. Cochinita pibil is amazing. Don't forget to try the grass hoppers. I love this place.

Eater

The Sunday brunch is legendary, the vegetarian options are over-the-top good and the mole is like nothing else in town . [Eater 38 Member]

Liz Taylor

The Lechón (suckling pig ) is a must. Could have made a meal out of the meat alone. The barbacoa is also a favorite. Whatever you get, be sure to wash it down with a margarita .

Vicky L

For appetizers , the plantain empanadas are amazing - I may order a 2nd round for dessert . The potato tacos are great too, just watch out for the tricky red jalapeno masquerading as a tomato on top!

My Table Magazine

A handmade corn tortilla topped with black beans , lobster , pico de gallo and avocado makes this a luxurious treat. However, there’s only one, and it’s pretty small. Make this an appetizer ... Price: $9 Read more

Lynne ???? Qu

Fried grasshoppers and churros with hot chocolate are amazing. The sautéed shrimp is super fresh!

Christy Landes

Ask for the ceviche sampler so you'll get some of everything. Outstanding fish and the Oaxacan Rita is an interesting drink choice, with mezcal .

My Table Magazine

This upscale Mexican restaurant has a small but potent bar . If you're in the mood for something chic and for chips , ask the bartenders about their sophisticated specialty margaritas .

Camila Cahh

I love margarita , food service everything is good

Kim McGaw

Hand-shaken margaritas , potato empanadas are to die for. Love their spicy hot chocolate in the Winter. Tuna ceviche appetizer is always good and hits the spot in the summer.

ELS Language Centers

An upscale restaurant serving carefully crafted regional Mexican dishes , not the usual fare you’ll find at other local Mexican restaurants . Plenty of room, comfortable seating . Meals $15 to $30.

Kavya Pernankil

I loved the service and I highly recommend trying all their desserts , amazing quality you can taste. Everything is made in house!

Houston Press

2011 Best of Houston Winner: Best Margarita . Check out more Houston Press Best of Houston Winners here: http://bit.ly/JCaGyR Or go mobile with the free Best Of app.

Igor

I keep on coming back to this place, absolutely excellent! Lobster tacos are fantastic and the best Micheladas I have ever had

Dolores Charles

Service is great!! They also have a detailed car wash available!!

Ed Rivera

Best flan I've had in my life! And I don't usually like flan . The cafe de Hoya is amazing!

Lynhdan Nguyen

They offer car wash at the valet.

Houston Press

Brunch : Saturday 11am-3pm, Sunday Buffet 10am-2:30pm. Their Sunday brunch is famous for its wide variety of dishes!

Felix Salmon

Order the grasshopper , it's off the chain good

allison

Chiles en Nogada (stuffed poblano peppers topped w/pomegranate seeds)

Mauro Silva

Legit brunch on Sundays with live music and deserts bar is 10/10

Ricardo Cortés Ornelas

Since I came to Houston, I can say this is the only place, until now, where I can find real traditional Mexican food .

Ailenka Torresova

Pollo Asado is a must have along with their house margaritas ! The chicken is so smoky and succulent.

CultureMap Houston

In the summer, look for executive chef Hugo Ortega 's special seasonal squash blossom menu. Also on the menu: sauteed grasshoppers , anyone?

Allen Arcade

If a dish (like the popular lamb chops and pork ribs ) run out on the Sunday brunch , you can ask your server for a special order for no extra charge.

CultureMap Houston Manager

In the summer, look for executive chef Hugo Ortega 's special seasonal squash blossom menu. Also on the menu: sauteed grasshoppers , anyone?

Allen Arcade

Sunday brunch is spectacular! Mexican hot chocolate , lamb , baby back ribs , stuffed peppers , tres leches everything, excellent service, live music ... Go now.

Alex Gronbach

Ordered the ceviche and the suckling pig , both were fantastic! Truly can't go wrong with anything off the menu , even dessert was delicious (order the churros )!

Sarah Walsworth

The molè is to die for and definitely get the crepas de cajeta for dessert .

Harrison Daniel

Literally every single thing was delicious. The Sunday brunch buffet is incredible!

Gerald Schmidt

Sunday brunch buffet with live music is worth it at $35

Ailenka Torresova

Ceviche de atun is the best ceviche I've had outside of the Caribbean! Love it!!

Plumfare

Try the ceviche ! This place is great - ambiance and food! It's a top gifted spot on the Plumfare iPhone App.

Abin

Ceviches are great but live a little and try the Chapulines.

Pablo Maceda

Ask for a table outside on a nice day to eat surrounded by great greenery

John Pavlick

The octopus dish on the "Dos for $22" lunch menu is really excellent

WC

Recommend Lechon & Pulpo al Carbón for appetizers . Ricky @ the bar will take great care of you.

Samantha Mae

Possibly the best Sunday brunch in Houston. Sangria pitchers for $45!

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