Arnaldo Richards' Picos

4.8

1305 Reviews

$31 to $50

Regional Mexican

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2 people

20 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 11 times today

Lively
Great for creative cocktails
Good for groups

Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine in a warm, lively atmosphere that will transport you to the finest restaurants in Mexico. Since its inception in 1984, Arnaldo Richards' Picos has been recognized as one of Houston's premier award-winning Mexican restaurants. Executive Chef/Owner Arnaldo Richards skillfully blends his contemporary culinary concepts with traditional Mexican cooking techniques, while remaining faithful to the deeply rooted and authentic flavors of the seven regions of Mexican cuisine. Picos is the perfect place for friends, family, business associates and private parties to enjoy a remarkable dining experience and extraordinary drinks. Takeout & Catering are also available.

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Location
3601 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77098
Phone number
(832) 831-9940
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Regional Mexican, Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
During this time, and until we go back to 100% capacity we will continue with no valet service. We are eager to be back to normal as much as everyone else. Please know with small changes like this right now, we are able to sustain the future of our community to have to ability to still live their lives as safe as possible. This is our promise.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Arnaldo Richards

What 1,305 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

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Arnaldo Richards' Picos is a beloved Houston spot famed for "great Mexican cuisine at reasonable prices." Guests rave about its "best brunch in Houston," and "excellent service and quality food." The "shaken margaritas are among the best in town," and the vibrant atmosphere adds to the delightful dining experience.

1,305 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Houston2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great margaritas and food! Very well priced in my opinion as well. Bruno was great and the Manager even stopped by to check in on our experience. Will be back for sure! Highly recommend.
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Adam VIP
Houston5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The perfect margarita is truly perfect! The food is excellent too.
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rosie
Houston1 review
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great experience. It was my mother's birthday and this is the third year in a row that we celebrate there. They have a duet who plays the Arp and the guitar and they send Happy Birthday to my mom. The food is really good authentic.
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Robert VIP
New York City28 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Always great food and great margaritas. Everything is good.
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Elijah
Houston1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The wait was a tad long even with a reservation (but they can’t really be blamed that Valentine’s Day happened to fall on a Friday anyhow) Once we were seated we had waters brought out and our very friendly server took incredible care of my partner and I. The food was delicious and everything I hoped it would be, there were two live music groups walking around and playing great music as well which added great atmosphere. Overall I cannot recommend this place enough to anyone, I’m sure you’ll be seated much faster on a better night as well so I wouldn’t bet on knocking this place because of it.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a beautiful evening.. music was amazing..food always delicious!!
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R.L. VIP
Houston12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Best brunch in Houston, and at all times food and service is best quality you’ll find in H-town.
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Raul
Las Vegas11 reviews
4.0
Dined on 5 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible place to enjoy mexican food, the staff is outstanding providing the best service all the time.
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marcos
Houston5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food is greater; serving service was amazing, but the front desk ladies must decrease their attitude. When I got there I gave my name and got seated. But when my guests got there and asked where my table was (and they said that same name I said) front desk said there was no one there with this name and turned back towards my guests.
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Donna VIP
Houston61 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a great lunch with delicious cocktails and food, and excellent chocolate cake. Perfect service!
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FAQs

Arnaldo Richards' Picos offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (832) 831-9940.

Arnaldo Richards' Picos is rated 4.8 stars by 1305 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

20 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 11 times today

3601 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77098

Additional information

Phone number
(832) 831-9940
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Regional Mexican, Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Daily 9:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
During this time, and until we go back to 100% capacity we will continue with no valet service. We are eager to be back to normal as much as everyone else. Please know with small changes like this right now, we are able to sustain the future of our community to have to ability to still live their lives as safe as possible. This is our promise.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Arnaldo Richards

Arnaldo Richards' Picos

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