The Kennedy - Houston

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   De'Yaun

   Houston

   4 reviews

   2.0

   4 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   The piano player was nice but the menu was limited and extremely small portions. I don’t eat a lot and it was still not enough for me. The waygu ribeye is super thin so medium well wasn’t a realistic option. The sides that come it are not real sides so maybe they should have a side dishes to order for the table. Some of the tables are too close to the door so if it’s cold you’re going be uncomfortable everytime the door opens. The bathroom toilets were not auto flush I assume because the toilet had a lid blocking it the sensor so you have to look around the back of a dirty toilet lid to try to find the button to flush. They had bath and body works hand soap which is fine but it was in the bath and body container instead reusable container that matches the aesthetic, not terrible just interesting. The server didn’t check on us that much so it seemed like we had to get his attention if we need something. The valet was not complimentary. Usually the parking is free and you tip at most nice restaurants but not here and there is no other parking option available. The way we described it is the “fine dining” restaurant at an all inclusive resort. It’s not really fine dining but you have a limited menu and waiter instead of the buffet and you usually prefer the buffet. The place a lot potential though.
   

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   David

   VIP

   New Orleans

   3 reviews

   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Went for brunch as Eater Houston recommended it. FAIL. We were first customers inside and not greeted. Sat at a table for 4 but only 2 of us. Not given choice even though restaurant was empty. Small menu. Employees talking to each other as if no customers inside. Lacked professionalism and I doubt if they will make it given what I experienced. We will definitely not be back, and Eater Houston should be ashamed for advocating this place.
   

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   Rachael

   VIP

   Houston

   3 reviews

   2.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   They have a lot to work out. Service seemed understaff, although the staff was pleasant. Food was alright, not fantastic value. Nice space - I hope management revamps approach so this place has a chance.
   

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   stephanie

   VIP

   Houston

   18 reviews

   3.0

   18 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   Nice atmosphere with live music and good vibes in between and after sets. Most of our food was good even though nobody asked our opinion. The lobster bisque is delicious but a small amount for $18. The sea bass is delicious but the steak was overcooked. The wine list is not good enough for the type of restaurant and the wait staff didn’t seem knowledgeable or caring.
   

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   Julia

   Houston

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a great time at The Kennedy! The menu is small but all the food was great, we loved the ambiance and the live piano music!
   

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   James

   Houston

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   Waited 20 minutes at our table before the waiter came to our table. After finally ordering our drinks, we waited another 30 minutes before we actually got them. Drinks were not good, over priced, and watered down. Left as soon as he brought the drinks to the table. The music was so loud you couldn’t hear your partner. Valet was $10 and no other options available to self park. Air conditioning was blowing so hard it blew napkins and menus off the table.
   

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   Dominique

   VIP

   Houston

   3 reviews

   3.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   This is definitely more of a place to hangout, maybe have drinks and listen to music; definitely not a place to come hungry. The food is just okay, very pretty and well decorated, the servers should definitely be more aware of when water & wine glasses are empty for a significant amount of time. After about 15 minutes or longer we just waved the waiter over and asked for the bill.
   

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   Colin

   Houston

   6 reviews

   3.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 12 January 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was good and we will come back but was just a little surprised there was no piano entertainment at brunch (it advertises as a Piano Bar and Restaurant). Also was a little surprised at how limited the menu was at that time (no appetizers and one two dessert choices one we could not get due to oven issues). Having said that had I looked at website in detail I would have seen the limited menu. Music they played was nice and reasonable level but was just disappointed about no live music. Overall not a wow experience but good enough that I’ll try back another time - just not at brunch.
   

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   Andrea

   Houston

   36 reviews

   3.0

   36 reviews

   Dined on 12 January 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   This building is beautiful. I am not sure why it is so hard for a restaurant to make it here. Ever since Tila's left, it has been a merry go round of different restaurants. The interior is stunning. Staff was very nice and helpful. Drinks took longer than average to get out to us, but there was only one bartender that I could tell. Small Brunch menu. Steak and eggs were a 10/10, with the steak being a 10. Lobster Roll was a 7/10, by the fact that the lobster had 0 flavor, but the bun and the fries were great. The crabcake benedict did not come with any hollandaise sauce. When asked for some, it came out cold. We then asked for it to be warmed up. When it came out again 20 minutes later, it was still cold. Not sure what is going on in the kitchen, but the whole point of a benedict is the hollandaise sauce. We gave it a 4/10. Though the drinks take a bit to come out, every drink we had was amazing and flavorful. I would for sure come back and sit at the bar for a cocktail or two.
   

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    Angela

    New Orleans

    66 reviews

    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We had such a fabulous time celebrating our birthdays at The Kennedy!!! The drinks, food and service were on point. Go visit Rees at the bar. She made our birthday brunch extra special.
    

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