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La Lucha, Houston, TX

La Lucha

4.8
4.8
1449 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
1801 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77008

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 75 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Lively
An homage to the San Jacinto Inn, La Lucha offers a unique and indulgent menu complete with the freshest Gulf Coast-only oysters, shrimp, crab, warm biscuits and satisfying fried chicken dinners. Meaning “the Fight,” in reference to the Battle of San Jacinto, La Lucha embraces it’s rebellious side with its beverage selections, surprising guests with a variety of bubbly wines, outstanding craft beers and the essential stellar tequila and mezcal offerings. La Lucha’s comfortable atmosphere pays tribute to chef-owner Ford Fry’s childhood memories, meshes timeless and industrial with a few nods to the 70s.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Southern, Oyster Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Clayton Hodge
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate up to 20 guests for a seated dinner or up to 25 guests for a semi private cocktail style event on the patio. La Lucha is also available for a full restaurant buyout!
  • Private party contact
    Carol Rivas: (832) 745-2311
  • Neighborhood
    Heights / Washington
  • Cross street
    18th and Shepherd
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,449 people are saying

La Lucha reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Houston

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Lucha offers a vibrant dining experience with standout dishes like "delicious fried chicken," "amazing shrimp tacos," and "unique crawfish poboy." Guests rave about the "great service" and "fantastic atmosphere." The restaurant is a Houston favorite for its "fresh oysters," "crispy biscuits," and "cozy yet lively" vibe.
1,449 Reviews
  1. Gabriella VIP

    Houston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for brunch and will be back for dinner! Brunch options are few but still good

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  2. Matthew

    Houston2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service each and every time. My friends and I rave about it

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  3. Tara VIP

    Houston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my top five spots! The food is always fresh. Service is always wonderful! 

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  4. Natasha

    Houston6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Came specifically for the Chicken and Waffles and it did not disappoint. The chicken was delicious. I also ordered the Crawfish Bread which was a crawfish cream cheese sauce flattened out on French bread. Will be back specifically to order this!!! Sooo good!

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  5. Priscilla

    San Diego7 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    While La Lucha is one of my favorite restaurants, this wasn’t a very enjoyable experience. It was unusually warm inside, and both my husband and myself were quite warm. From the sweating vents and condensation dripping down every few minutes, it’s apparent that the HVAC was struggling. The air conditioning wasn’t the only thing struggling. Our server, Chris wasn’t his normal chipper self at no fault of his own. Service was lacking due to being short staffed. My go to side of fries were lukewarm and not piping hot like it usually is… and also a bit bland. Oyster dip carried this dish. Sad because we were truly looking forward to a weekend La Lucha date, but were left disappointed. High notes: oysters were great as always —Isle Dauphine were my favorite. Shrimp tacos were hot and crispy. Cocktail was tasty.

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  6. David

    Houston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Loved our dinner here. We will be back. Fantastic burger. Incredible. One of the best I’ve had in Houston. Highly recommend. The crawfish poboy was unique and delicious. Oyster deal was a great appetizer. Really top notch.

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  7. Katana VIP

    Houston19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love it here- always a good time. Food is good and drinks are delicious.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was very attentive and gave great recommendations. The fried chicken was AMAZING!!! The sauces and biscuits were worth the 40 min drive! My daughter loved the grilled shrimp. We will definitely return.

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  9. Vivian

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always enjoy eating here. Outstanding food and service. Those shrimp tacos !!!!!! Delicious!!

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  10. Sharoye

    Houston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in Houston. The best chicken and waffles in the city. I am here about once a week. The service is amazing and the food is always great. The tacos are too die for.

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FAQs

La Lucha offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 955-4765.

La Lucha is rated 4.8 stars by 1449 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 75 times today
Google Map for La Lucha

1801 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77008

Additional information

  • Cross street
    18th and Shepherd
  • Neighborhood
    Heights / Washington
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Southern, Oyster Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Clayton Hodge
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We can accommodate up to 20 guests for a seated dinner or up to 25 guests for a semi private cocktail style event on the patio. La Lucha is also available for a full restaurant buyout!
  • Private party contact
    Carol Rivas: (832) 745-2311
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