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Lulu's -River Oaks

4.8
4.8
26 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighbourhood gem
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Under the leadership of Executive Chef, Jose Monterrosa, Lulu's serves simple, refined Italian fare. Rich rustic flavor, uncomplicated dishes and classic cocktails served in an intimate space drenched in natural light by day and candle light by night. Brought to you by Palacios Murphy--the owners of Houston's legendary eatery and nightlife icon, ARMANDOS.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:30–21:00 Thu, Fri 11:30–22:00 Sat 11:00–22:00 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jose Monterrosa
  • Catering
    From full-service catering to ready-to-enjoy platters for your next lunch meeting, Lulu’s can help make your next gathering both delicious and stress-free. Select options from our catering menus or work with our culinary team to design your own custom menu. Contact our Catering & Events team today at 713.520.1739 or riveroaks@lulustx.com
  • Private party facilities
    Lulu's offers options for group dining, semi-private dining, or full buyouts. From daytime events like showers to rehearsal dinners dripping in candlelight, our staff is here to handle the details so you can focus on enjoying the moment. We take you memories seriously--contact our team at 713.520.1739 or riveroaks@lulustx.com to inquire.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    River Oaks
  • Cross Street
    At the corner of Westheimer and Kirby in River Oaks
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 26 people are saying

Lulu's -River Oaks reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Lulu's - River Oaks offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food, excellent service" and "a well-trained kitchen and server staff." Guests rave about the "amazing" cocktails and outstanding pasta dishes. The restaurant boasts "a pleasant atmosphere" and is ideal for both friends and business meetings.
26 Reviews
  1. Alexandre

    Houston5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve dined here several times. The food and cocktails are good. Last night was a slow night. They were out of the first two items I ordered but I lucked out with my third choice which was quite tasty. Also, no one refilled my water glass.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, excellent service. This restaurant has a well trained kitchen and server staff.
    Lulu's -River OaksResponded 7 days ago
    Wow! Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Lulu's. It's always a pleasure to know that our team's efforts are appreciated by our guests. We're delighted that you found our restaurant's location convenient and enjoyed the ambiance. We look forward to welcoming you back soon and often. Don't forget we offer a gorgeous brunch service every weekend morning from 11am-3pm.

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  3. Monica VIP

    Houston38 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Expensive and service was slow due to Round Top. Prepare better for next year. My food came out cold and was the wrong dish. I did not send back as my families food was out and they liked theirs.
    Lulu's -River OaksResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Monica. We're sorry to hear that your experience at Lulu's didn't meet your expectations. We understand how important it is to enjoy our food and service promptly, so we apologize for the delay you experienced. We're also sorry to hear that your food was not up to par and the dish wasn't what you expected--in the future please do not hesitate to let your server or amanager know immediately so we can correct the issue and make sure it never happens again. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service and food quality. We hope you and your family enjoyed your next family meal at Lulu's.

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  4. WesS

    Austin9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delightful, service exceptional. The food was OK.

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  5. Paula

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great - nice atmosphere - attentive service

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Rudy was incredible and the new cocktail offering is amazing. We had the Spaghetti con Granchio and the Lobster Risotto—both were some of the best we have ever had. Top notch service, food, lighting and music, we can’t wait to return.

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  7. Hunter

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I truly don't think you can order anything on the menu and go wrong! I highly recommend the marinated olives, radiatore cacio e pepe, and bombolinos for dessert. The food and ambiance were amazing, with even better service. All the wait staff was so kind and attentive!
    Lulu's -River OaksResponded on 13 March 2025
    We're thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience at Lulu's! It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed the olives, radiatore cacio e pepe, and bombolini--those are some of my favorite items on the menu as well! I can't wait to share this review with our entire team and I am so grateful that you took the time to share this review with the world. Please come back soon--and don't forget to try our brunch on the weekends!

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  8. Christine VIP

    Houston42 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was good and worth the visit. Much to try next time
    Lulu's -River OaksResponded on 4 March 2025
    Hey Christine, we're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Lulu's - River Oaks! It's wonderful to know that you found our food and service to be good and worth the trip. We look forward to welcoming you back to try more and don't forget we have a fabulous brunch every weekend from 11am-3pm. Thanks for your kind words and high ratings!

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  9. kirby VIP

    Houston26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience and food here are top notch for price and decor. This is our second time in two weeks and will be back regularly.
    Lulu's -River OaksResponded on 4 March 2025
    Hi Kirby, Thank you so much for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your second visit to Lulu's - River Oaks and found our food and decor to be top notch. Our team always strives to provide an exceptional dining experience, and we're glad to know we hit the mark for you. We look forward to welcoming you back regularly. Don't forget we have a fabulous brunch every weekend from 11am-3pm.

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  10. Jaime

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We had brunch this Saturday. The food was good. The server was not responsive and a bit slow getting everything from water to salt/pepper. We were celebrating two birthdays but no mention was made of them AT ALL. We ordered wine but had to refill our wine glasses OURSELVES! Not sure if we will be back.

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FAQs

Lulu's -River Oaks offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 590-7350.

Lulu's -River Oaks is rated 4.8 stars by 26 OpenTable diners.

Lulu's -River Oaks does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Lulu's -River Oaks

2518 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77019

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    At the corner of Westheimer and Kirby in River Oaks
  • Area
    River Oaks
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed 11:30–21:00 Thu, Fri 11:30–22:00 Sat 11:00–22:00 Sun 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jose Monterrosa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    From full-service catering to ready-to-enjoy platters for your next lunch meeting, Lulu’s can help make your next gathering both delicious and stress-free. Select options from our catering menus or work with our culinary team to design your own custom menu. Contact our Catering & Events team today at 713.520.1739 or riveroaks@lulustx.com
  • Private party facilities
    Lulu's offers options for group dining, semi-private dining, or full buyouts. From daytime events like showers to rehearsal dinners dripping in candlelight, our staff is here to handle the details so you can focus on enjoying the moment. We take you memories seriously--contact our team at 713.520.1739 or riveroaks@lulustx.com to inquire.
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