Brennan's Houston

09/21/08

Favorite, most memorable place I have been.

by guillot at Citysearch

I have taken dozens of employees to eat at Brennan's for their 5 year anniversary with our business. Many look forward to going to Brennan's for lunch. I was to take another employee next month and now very sad that we will have to choose another place. I hope they plan on rebuilding as I will miss greatly those special occasions for lunch. Alex, our prayers are with your family during this time. Chris Smith, Grace Community Church.

09/18/08

Brennan's is currently closed, due to storm damage.

by Contributor at Citysearch

In a classic New Orleans-style abode, this local landmark serves upper-crust Cajun-Creole cuisine.

The Scene
You can't top the oak-shaded patio for jazz brunch or a romantic occasion. If reserved way ahead, dinner can be served at the chef's table, a snug, glass-enclosed dining room in the middle of the kitchen.

The Food
Talented Executive Chef Randy Evans has created a lighter Creole menu infused with Texas taste, along with traditional, ultrarich Creole cuisine. Start with the generous crab cake and shrimp remoulade drizzled with hot sauce and rich beurre blanc. Main course choices include Louisiana farm-raised rabbit and redfish court bouillon along with complex rarities like Grimud guinea fowl. Desserts are comfort creations: classic Creole bread pudding with rye-whiskey sauce and chocolate chip-bourbon-pecan pie. Don't dare depart without a complimentary homemade praline--now that's Southern hospitality.

09/17/08

Please rebuild; Houston needs you

by polishcaramel at Citysearch

Our love for Brennan's began in New Orleans, where we lived until Katrina blew us away. When we settled in Houston, discovering a Brennan's here was truly something that allowed us to keep going, to keep hope alive. Knowing that the family supported their workers displaced after Katrina made us feel proud to call this one of our favorite restaurants, and our family, both local and those who have visited Houston, had many memorable dining experiences here. The food is sublime; a treat for palate and senses combined. Never did we have an experience that was not memorable; never did we have a meal that was not exquisite. Thank you for the memories.

• Pros: Sevice, cuisine
• Cons: None

08/10/08

Great anniversary brunch

by saralynnlena at Citysearch

I wanted to let readers know what a great experience my husband and I had at Brennans for our anniversary. We have always been fans of the Brennans in New Orleans but this was our first try in Houston. WOW! It was our 30th anniversary and they exceeded all expectations. Our table was great - looking out over the patio. The waitstaff was attentive but not oppressive. The food was great from start to finish. The turtle soup was as outstanding as were the crab crakes. Who can resist the "bananas foster" and the great show they put on. I was a little concerned after reading some of the reviews but I honestly don't know how our experience could have been better. The musicians even came to our table and sang a special song for us. Truly a memorable experience.

03/27/08

Excellent Easter

by snipdoggydog at Citysearch

Easter brunch was a very pleasant surprise at Brennan's. So many good restaurants perform poorly on the major holidays when they are expecting large groups of diners and they want to offer a limited menu. However, the Brennan's Easter brunch was a great experience. We were a party of 5 and although we had a late reservation at 3:45 p.m., we were seated promptly upon arrival and the service was attentive during the entire meal. The Easter brunch menu offered a choice of appetizer, entree and dessert for $55 and there were at least 6 selections of each course. Everyone's food was delicious and they even accomodated one of our group that didn't think she could eat an appetizer, entree and dessert by preparing her entree choice and packing it "to go" for her. I was also pleasantly surprised that they offered one of their signature desserts, bananas foster, which is prepared table side. Brennan's has always been known for their excellent food and service, but I would also recommend it for major holiday dining events. They seem to have figured out how to maintain their food quality, selection and service at a very reasonable price for special occasions.

• Pros: Excellent Food and Service
• Cons: None

02/15/08

Very romantic, excellent food

by littlebit0863 at Citysearch

We went to Brennans for Valentines day. It was the perfect romantic spot. There was no jacket and tie required, however many people were dressed up. Definitely not a jeans place. I had the strawberry salad, the fettucini with steamed vegetables, and the chocolate souffle. The strawberry salad and steamed vegetables were some of the best I've ever had. There was an extensive wine list, but very few choices for wine by the glass. It was a wonderful romantic restaurant, and felt great to treat ourselves. However, spending $200 for 2 people is a surefire way to ensure we won't be back for a while.

12/11/07

A perfect Restaurant !!

by will5595 at Citysearch

I have been going to this restaurant for many years and it has certainly continued to live up to its stellar reputation. The atmosphere is New Orleans inspired and beautiful. Most recently my girlfriend and I took advantage of their complimentary theater shuttle they offer on show nigts, it was much better than having to try to park and walk to the theater! For dinner we started with the crispy fried oysters. They were fried in an authentic Louisiana fashion and served with potato shavings and a chili sauce... they're addictive! Our entrees were the duo of lamb and the redfish ponchetrain both were equally incredible. And for dessert we had the famous (and i think original) bananas foster...we were both full but couldn't stop eating. The wine list is more than adequate and on request the saumelier will always pair you up with something perfect. On a side note, Thomas is an outstanding waiter!! Will DEFINITELY go back.

• Pros: Everything
• Cons: none

09/15/07

Impeccable in every aspect

by balltownpeople at Citysearch

Apparently the best place in town. Always feel like home. Service is impeccable, all our love goes to Joe - he can make your night special whether it's your anniversary, birthday or one hour before theater. Crab cakes are to die for as well as creme brulee. Wine list is great - James will make sure that you not only pair wine and food but enjoy the conversation as well. I am not sure I would be able to persuade my husband to go to the symphony unless we drop by Brennan's before.

02/17/07

Heaven on Earth

by anankae at Citysearch

If I ever run away from home, look for me at Brennan's, you will find me there. I wish I had words to describe this restaurant - it is the most perfect restaurant I have ever encountered. The food is ambrosial - one of my favourite things to watch is someone taking a bite of their food, seeing them close their eyes with a look of ecstasy on their face, usually followed by "food should not be allowed to taste this good." I cannot fathom someone not liking Brennan's - I've been eating here a little over 2 years, the people are just as wonderful, the food is just as outstanding. We have our "pet" waiters who treat us better than we think we deserve. Okay occasionally we've had a chef that we thought was heavy-handed on the salt or a dessert that was a little scorched around the edges - but this is minor compared to the overall quality of the restaurant, service, ambiance, food and wine. When I think things can't get any better, I went and signed up for a cooking class and it took me to a whole new level. Interacting with the chefs and "wine guys" was just incredible. Yes, I'll wax poetic about Brennan's, yes I'll look for any excuse to eat there. Yum. PS: Here's a secret. Go to their website, sign up to be a "friend of Brennan's" and receive a couple nifty little perks.

11/12/06

Turtle soup!

by rachaelg at Citysearch

This is a beautiful, sophisticated restaurant, perfect for special occasions. The turtle soup is great, and so is everything on the brunch menu. Dress nice, prepare to eat delicious food, and savor the experience.

• Pros: fine dining, great food, excellent service
• Cons: expensive