Blue Tuba

Name: Blue Tuba
Address: 350 W 19th St suite e, Houston, TX, United States, 77008-3906
Telephone: (713) 955-4612
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

92 Reviews

$31 to $50

European

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 7 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for outdoor dining

Blue Tuba, the premier destination for European cuisine ( Czech Republic, Hungary, Spain, France, Slovakia and more ) With Rooftop Dining, Full Bar, Private Room is Located in Houston Heights! Owned by the talented duo Vlado and Giga, who are originally from Czechoslovakia. Blue Tuba is a culinary gem that brings the flavors of EUROPE to Texas.

Chef Vlado is not only an exceptional executive chef but also a renowned European rock star. At Blue Tuba, you can indulge in a unique dining experience where European cuisine meets Texas flair, all while enjoying live music performed by Chef Vlado.
Our restaurant boasts a stunning interior, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere for you to savor every bite.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
European, Modern European, Contemporary American
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(713) 955-4612
Website
http://bluetubatx.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Vlado

Location
350 W 19th St suite e, Houston, TX 77008-3906
Area
Heights / Washington
Cross Street
19th street and Ashland
Parking details
Private Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Slovak Mac & Cheese USD 15.00
Mini Dumplings ( Halusky ), Four Cheeses, Bacon
Belgium Moules FritesUSD 18.00
Fresh Mussels, Butter, Chimichurri, Tomato Sauce, Crostini, French Fries
Serbian Cevapcici USD 14.00
Balkan Kebab, Ground Beef & Chefs Spices
Polish Potato Pierogi (V )USD 11.00
Mashed Potatoes, Onions Pierogi, Served with Sour Cream
French Escargots USD 12.00
Baked Escargots, Homemade Chimichurri and Butter
Deviled Eggs USD 10.00
Swedish, Hungarian, Italian
Greek Eggplant ( V)USD 14.00
Breaded Eggplant, Marinara Sauce, Feta Cheese
Bulgarian Peppers (V)USD 8.00
Roasted, Garlic, Olive Oil, Feta Over Crostini
Czech Cauliflower Fritters (V)USD 10.00
Beer Batter, Garlic Sauce
Appetizer FlightUSD 22.00
Polish Pierogi, Czech Cauliflower Fritters, Serbian Cevapcici

Euro Tacos

German Taco USD 12.00
Bratwurst, Sauerkraut, Onions, Mustard, House Mayo, Slovak Tortilla
Polish Taco USD 11.00
Smoked Kielbasa, Onions, Peppers, Garlic Aioli, Slovak Tortilla
Austrian Taco USD 10.00
Schnitzel, Pickled Cabbage, Potato Salad, Yellow Mayo

Salads

Bulgarian Shopska Salad (V)USD 13.00
Fresh Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onions, Feta, Mozzarella, Olive Oil, Sea Salt
Blue Tuba (V)USD 14.00
Mix greens, Cherry Tomatoes, Fennel, Pumpkin Seeds, Roasted Peppers, Shaved Parmesan, Lemon Dressing
Caesar Salad (V)USD 11.00
Romaine Lettuce, House Dressing, Croutons, Parmesan
Caprese Tax (V)USD 13.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Avocado, Balsamic Reduction

Mains

Schnitzel USD 32.00
Huge Pork Tenderloin Schnitzel, Served with Chilled Potato Salad and Cucumber Salad
Duck ConfitUSD 27.00
Slowly Braised Leg in Duck Fat, Mashed Potatoes, Peas, Carrots, Cranberry Sauce
Chicken Paprikash USD 28.00
Boneless Thighs Stewed Hungarian Paprika , Sour Cream Infused Sauce, Served with German Spaetzle
Texas PaellaUSD 36.00
Shrimp, Mussels, Brisket, Chorizo, Saffron Rice, Black Beans
Fried Chicken A La Blue Tuba USD 24.00
Brined to Perfection, Mashed Potatoes, Pickled Red Cabbage
Hungarian Goulash USD 28.00
Beef Knuckle, Onions, Paparika Braised in Red Wine and Beer, Spaetzle
Branzino ( Mediterranean Sea Bass USD 36.00
Pan Seared Filet, Shrimp Etouffee, Rice
Balkan Burger USD 22.00
Three Meat Patty Beef, Pork , Lamb, Onion Ring Tower, French Fries
Shrimp ScampiUSD 24.00
Chimichurri, White Wine, Shrimp, Homemade Fettuccine
EspetadaUSD 27.00
Portuguese Kebab on Skewers, Shrimp, Chorizo, Veggies over Saffron Rice
Cornish HenUSD 33.00
Roasted Whole Hen, Figs, Capers, Roasted Peppers, Lemon/Butter Sauce, Mashed Potatoes
Portobello & Shiitake Ravioli ( V ) USD 24.00
Spinach, Garlic, Light Cream/Wine Sauce, Parmesan
Give Peas a Chance (V)USD 20.00
Peas, Spinach, Garlic, Light Cream/Wine, Pignoli, Homemade Fettuccine
Shrimp Diavolo / Black RiceUSD 32.00
Croatian Style Rice with Shrimp, Spice Marinara

What 92 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
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Blue Tuba in Houston Heights delights with its "fantastic food," blending European and Texan influences. The menu features standout dishes like schnitzel, Slovak Mac & Cheese, and Polish tacos. Patrons praise the "great service" and welcoming atmosphere, enhanced by live music and a charming patio setting. Highly recommended!

92 Reviews

B
Beverly
Houston
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was tasty but very small portions! Shopska salad needed dressing… ! Liked music and atmosphere however!
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John
VIP
Houston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Blue Tuba is always terrific! The atmosphere is intimate without feeling too close and the service is courteous and helpful without ever being intrusive. The cocktails, wine list, and draft beers are great and offer a nice variety to serve as perfect accompaniments to the excellent food, which is the star of the evening. The dishes are creatively designed and perfectly executed. The schnitzel, the duck, the goulash, the pierogis - all fantastic.
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Daniel
Houston
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
It was Valentine's day and very busy, and they seemed understaffed. We received our drink order, but our server never came back to get our food order. After sitting for 40 minutes, we left money for our drinks and went downstairs to Torchy's. The manager offered to comp us dinner, but we were hungry and no longer excited about Blue Tuba, so we thanked him and declined.
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Bob
Houston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Interesting menu and great execution. Nice alternative to traditional Italian or American restaurant.
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H
Hien
VIP
Houston
89 reviews
5.0
89 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely atmosphere and wonderful service by owner!
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arlene
Houston
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our waiter, Brian, was very nice and attentive. My friend and I ordered brunch. I ordered the avocado toast, which was very tasty.
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Mariano
Mexico City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great brunch and excellent service throughout our visit.
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M
Mark
Houston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The view from the rooftop patio was nice and we really enjoyed the food . The service was outstanding, we loved our waiter. We ordered the Appetizer Flight and Schnitzel and a delicious red wine .
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Robert
Houston
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Shokpsa salad was excellent with unexpectedly good flavors. The Chicken Paprikash was very nice. Very pretty restaurant! We want to return for a musical performance!
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TravellingTyke
Houston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
All food we tried was delicious - it was like a Balkan tapas! We split Czech cauliflower and Cevapcici appetizers and did same for salmon (perfectly cooked) and mushroom ravioli entrees. What a treat. The Blue Tuba mojitos were a little stronger than expected, but fresh mint was perfect twist. Nice ambience for lunch out on the patio. Well worth a visit.
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FAQs

Blue Tuba offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 955-4612.

Blue Tuba is rated 4.5 stars by 92 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

350 W 19th St suite e, Houston, TX 77008-3906

Additional information

Cross Street
19th street and Ashland
Area
Heights / Washington
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
European, Modern European, Contemporary American
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Vlado
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://bluetubatx.com/
Phone number
(713) 955-4612

Blue Tuba

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Appetizers

Slovak Mac & Cheese USD 15.00

Belgium Moules FritesUSD 18.00

Serbian Cevapcici USD 14.00

Polish Potato Pierogi (V )USD 11.00

French Escargots USD 12.00

Deviled Eggs USD 10.00

Greek Eggplant ( V)USD 14.00

Bulgarian Peppers (V)USD 8.00

Czech Cauliflower Fritters (V)USD 10.00

Appetizer FlightUSD 22.00

Euro Tacos

German Taco USD 12.00

Polish Taco USD 11.00

Austrian Taco USD 10.00

Salads

Bulgarian Shopska Salad (V)USD 13.00

Blue Tuba (V)USD 14.00

Caesar Salad (V)USD 11.00

Caprese Tax (V)USD 13.00

Mains

Schnitzel USD 32.00

Duck ConfitUSD 27.00

Chicken Paprikash USD 28.00

Texas PaellaUSD 36.00

Fried Chicken A La Blue Tuba USD 24.00

Hungarian Goulash USD 28.00

Branzino ( Mediterranean Sea Bass USD 36.00

Balkan Burger USD 22.00

Shrimp ScampiUSD 24.00

EspetadaUSD 27.00

Cornish HenUSD 33.00

Portobello & Shiitake Ravioli ( V ) USD 24.00

Give Peas a Chance (V)USD 20.00

Shrimp Diavolo / Black RiceUSD 32.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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