Late August

4.6

87 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Innovative
Great for creative cocktails

The Late August name derives from the joyful time of year when the Sears catalog would arrive at your doorstep, bringing a deep desire and wonderment to all who would receive it and begin feverishly circling the items that would hopefully arrive for Christmas.

Our restaurant, set in the previous Historic Downtown Sears building, seeks to bring that same wonder to guests through its atmosphere, service, and cuisine. Echoing the mission of Lucille's Hospitality, which is committed to “Serving the Past, Feeding the Future,” Late August’s menu explores the culinary heritages of Chef Chris Williams and Chef Sergio Hidalgo by bringing the dishes and flavors from both their youths and the experiences to date creating a culturally culinary celebration.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Southern
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(713) 993-6200
Website
https://www.lateaugusthtx.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Explore our private dining experience for every occasion.
Private party contact
Danny Davis: (832) 780-9879

Location
4201 Main St, Houston, TX 77002-9620
Neighborhood
Midtown
Cross street
Fannin
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room

Experiences

Brunch
Multiple dates available
We are thrilled to introduce a brand-new Saturday brunch series, inspired by the restaurant’s recent collaboration with Hola Houston and InStyle Magazine in Mexico City. Bringing the flavors of the Mexico City event, this brunch will offer a unique fusion of Mexican and African American culinary traditions that captivated influencers and media abroad. Now, Houstonians can enjoy this one-of-a-kind menu crafted by Chefs Chris Williams and Sergio Hildalgo. In partnership with Tequila Región de México, the brunch will feature two specially crafted cocktails: the Mexican Negroni, featuring their blanco tequila, and a Sazerac showcasing their reposado, adding a perfect pairing to the vibrant flavors of the brunch menu.
Brunch on Christmas Eve
Dec 24, 2024 only
Join us for brunch on Christmas Eve | Bring the family and check out our new brunch menu offering a unique fusion of Mexican and African American culinary traditions that captivated influencers and media abroad | Recently named Esquire's Top 100 Best New Restaurants in America for 2024 and recognized as a recommended restaurant by Michelin Please note: we are closed for dinner on Christmas Eve and are closed on 12/25 and 12/26 in observance of the holiday
New Year's Brunch
Dec 31, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
Join us for brunch on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day | Bring the family and check out our new brunch menu offering a unique fusion of Mexican and African American culinary traditions that captivated influencers and media abroad | Recently named Esquire's Top 100 Best New Restaurants in America for 2024 and recognized as a recommended restaurant by Michelin Please note: we are closed for dinner on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

Offers

🎄✨12 Days of Christmas Giveaway✨🎄
Dec 12, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024
Mon - Fri - 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Sat - 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
It’s the most wonderful time of the year — so we’re giving away a special gift to one lucky winner over the next 12 days, starting Dec 13! Enter for a chance to win and spread the holiday cheer: HOW TO ENTER 1️⃣ Follow @LateAugustHTX and @LucillesHouston 2️⃣ Tag a friend (or multiple) 3️⃣ Share post to your story and tag us 🎁 UNLIMITED entries allowed (each tag + share = 1 entry) Each day, we’ll choose a random winner from the list of all entries and announce the winner for that day via stories. Swipe through to see all 12 days of gifts, and don’t miss your chance to win big this season! Happy holidays and good luck from Late August and Lucille’s Houston! *Daily winner announcements start December 13 and end December 24

What 87 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Houston
Innovative
Houston
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Late August is a standout dining destination offering an innovative Afro-Latin fusion menu that's both "novel and comforting." Guests rave about the "truly the best" mixed drinks and exceptional service, particularly from staff like Danny and Tali. With a "warm and inviting" ambiance, it's perfect for special occasions or casual dining. The Chef's Table and wine pairings provide a "delightful" experience, making it a highly recommended spot in Houston.

87 Reviews

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Rory V .
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Staff and atmosphere was awesome. The only disappointment was the gumbo…..The meal and Drinks were excellent🍹 ❤️❤️
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David
Houston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly service, attractive dining room. Reasonable value for lunch. Beautifully fried chicken and fish sandwiches. Outstanding smash burger.
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William
Las Vegas
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A hidden treasure — though perhaps not for long. The food was the star: Imaginative and original, but to delight the senses, not to show off. The service was equally good. Attentive and helpful. In addition, the meal was nicely paced, which too many restaurants overlook in an effort (presumably) to turn the table ASAP. We enjoyed some good wine by the glass for a pleasant while before the first course was presented. Likewise, the second course did not arrive until we completed the first course. Did I mention the fact that the portions were very generous? We look forward to returning — with friends next time, do we can share this excellent restaurant!
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Tye
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Kudos to the chef. He did an excellent job with the food.
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Audrey
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful brunch experience at this restaurant from great food, excellent service and relaxing environment!!
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Mimi
VIP
Austin
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful fresh ingredients make the food fantastic. Danny the manager is warm and welcoming. Makes you feel at home. Love it!
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Marie
Houston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was outstanding. Will definitely trying this place again soon.
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katherine
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 30, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A Houston gem !! Great great food !! and good friendly service
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John
Los Angeles
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great meal. The kitfo was awesome. I had a smash burger which was done well. Good flavor and my fries were very good. My wife had the chili relleno It was excellent. Wish we lived in Houston. This would be one of our downtown favorites. Till next time.
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Michael
VIP
Houston
146 reviews
3.0
146 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Food was 1st class, but the service wasn’t just poor, it was BAD. To start, we ordered wine and cocktails. There are only 9 red wines on their list, my first two choices, they were OUT. The rest of the list, was poorly curated. Once we selected our 3rd wine choice, we also ordered cocktails. After 15 minutes, I had to stop our waiter to see if he could carry our order from the bar to the table, where the drinks had been sitting for 5 minutes (so the super cold martini was now barely cold). I guess the server was overstretch, or. Just enjoyed his conversation at the next table, But the good. The food was fabulous, truly enjoyed the Cabrito Stew, which was fabulous, the Sirloin done perfectly, as was the Octopus. The portions were plentiful, and we requested to take our remaining portions home. But, alas, the lousy service arrived. Upon arriving home, we found the Cabrito, but our 1/2 order of Sirloin was not to be found. I hope our server enjoyed his dinner! With such shabby service, I cannot recommend this restaurant, even with such succulent food. The service was so bad, and not just by our server, it was systemic throughout, as we spoke to another couple on our way out. Same words, great food, pitiful service. I don’t expect to see this restaurant in 6 months. I’ll head back to their sister restaurant, Lucille’s and leave this one behind.
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FAQs

Late August is rated 4.6 stars by 87 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

9:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

4201 Main St, Houston, TX 77002-9620

Additional information

Cross street
Fannin
Neighborhood
Midtown
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Brunch Sat 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room

Website
https://www.lateaugusthtx.com/
Phone number
(713) 993-6200
Private party facilities
Explore our private dining experience for every occasion.
Private party contact
Danny Davis: (832) 780-9879

Late August

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

Experiences

Brunch

Brunch on Christmas Eve

New Year's Brunch

Offers

🎄✨12 Days of Christmas Giveaway✨🎄

Menu

What 87 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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