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Blue Tuba, Houston, TX

Blue Tuba

4.5
4.5
111 Reviews
$31 to $50
European

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Vlado
  • Neighborhood
    Heights / Washington
  • Cross street
    19th street and Ashland
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 111 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
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blue Tuba offers a unique fusion of European cuisine with a Texas flair, delighting diners with "excellent authentic European cuisine" and "amazing service." The schnitzel, goulash, and Slovak Mac & Cheese receive high praise. The outdoor patio and live music create a vibrant atmosphere, making it a "gem in the Heights."
111 Reviews
  1. Martin VIP

    Houston178 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Good is not really accurate, overall it was less than that. The service, solicitous but slow.. Appetizers, snails were small and snail butter lacked enough garlic and herbs. the shopska salads were tasty bur the tomato's were not anywhere near ripe The paella was undercooked, not hot enough and most mussels were closed. It went back to the kitchen where it was inproved on return but no better than mediocre. The chicken in the paprikash was tender and tasty and the sauce was thin and runny without any richness or suggestioin of sour cream. Beef stroganoff was mediocre. Atmosphere was good as was outside entertainment. Pistachio and cheesecake were fair only

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  2. Geoffrey

    Los Angeles24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great place to have diverse options in cuisine with their pan-European menu. Service was helpful and attentive. Timing between courses was excellent. The live music on the outdoor patio was pleasant and attentive just the right volume.

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  3. Otik

    Las Vegas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Was a very nice experience. Reminded me of home. Will go back.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Mexico City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food great service everything was top notch worth it and we will be back

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  5. KARINA

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The brunch experience was absolutely fantastic! The menu offered a great variety of delicious options, and everything was fresh and flavorful. The atmosphere was warm and cheerful, making it a perfect spot for a relaxing meal. The staff were attentive and ensured we had everything we needed. Highly recommend this place for a delightful brunch!

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  6. Natasha VIP

    New York City49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic BRUNCH with a wide variety of fun options to choose from. The European dishes, like the German Breakfast and Hungarian Shakshuka, were incredibly tasty. Our friends opted for more classic fare, such as Fried Chicken and Waffles, and they enjoyed it just as much! I need to mention Live music which was lot’s of fun.

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  7. Brad VIP

    Houston22 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was subpar - fried chicken very dry. Egg over cooked. Cucumber salad flavorless. Steak tough and overcooked. Waffle overcooked - Great vibe- music was the highlight - Not near as good as Harold’s that used to be in this spot - service was poor Server forgot to take order of one of the guests - and he was the birthday boy!!! he didn’t get his food until we were done - Save your money - many other spots that won’t disappoint -

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  8. Denise VIP

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Found this local gem on Open Table. I’m obsessed! The variety and quality of the food was wonderful.

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  9. Erin

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love this place. A gem in the Heights. It really showcases how elegant & light German/Hungarian/Slovakian food is when prepared correctly (instead of the heavy Americanized way of making dishes like paprikash, goulash, and schnitzel). Friendly & professional staff. Excellent patio. Good vibe all around. Pierogies were a special highlight. Tasted homemade in the best way. I haven’t tried any of the fusion dishes but I will soon.

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  10. TomM

    Dallas6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Need to show side items on lunch menu; confusion with how to get into restaurant; went to front; directed to rear, sliding door? Better signage

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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 111 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
11:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Blue Tuba

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

Additional information

  • Cross street
    19th street and Ashland
  • Neighborhood
    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 Lot
  • 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, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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