La Lucha

4.8

1418 Reviews

$30 and under

Seafood

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 94 times today

Lively
Great for creative cocktails
Charming

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.

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Private dining

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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
(713) 955-4765
Website
http://www.laluchatx.com/
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

Location
1801 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77008
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

What 1,418 people are saying

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

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Houston
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Lucha offers an inviting dining experience with "absolutely incredible" food, "top notch" service, and a cozy atmosphere. Known for its "amazing" fried chicken, "perfectly shucked" oysters, and flavorful deviled eggs, the restaurant consistently delights patrons. Despite some noise complaints, the "wonderful" staff and "delicious" menu options make it a standout choice.

1,418 Reviews

S
Shunte’
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
First time here, the food was great! My server was not the best but I will be going back. Maybe it was an off day for her. Back to the food, I went there for the fried chicken and it did NOT disappoint me. It was fresh and hot just the way I like it.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Must try the fried chicken, so hot fresh and flavorful. We sat at the bar and Austin behind the bar was awesome, great service and great drinks. Also the shrimp tacos are great especially if you like jack and the box tacos, just elevated.
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Tamara
Houston
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing experience at La Lucha for Valentine’s Day. The food, the vibes, and the service were excellent. Will definitely be back.
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David
VIP
Houston
184 reviews
5.0
184 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Server Cary was very good. We had grilled oysters, salad, hamachi, fried chicken, fries, burger, redfish. All excellent.
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Joannett
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a wonderful dining experience, the staff, ambiance, and food were outstanding! We had a wonderful start to our valentines weekend.
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Ilene
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Chris was a great waiter and had good drink recommendations. My friends who had not been to La Lucha before loved the meal. We will all be back again!
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Katana
VIP
Houston
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I was blown away! The food was amazing, service was great! Vibes were awesome! Definitely my new spot!!
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Darnel
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
When I realized it was valet parking, I got a bit anxious, but it turned out to be a convenient option. The noise level inside is fairly high, which makes it less suitable for a first date. The food was outstanding. The interior ambiance is very nice, whereas the outside seating is just okay on a pleasant day.
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Tenisha
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing. I got the deviled eggs, collar fish, & collard kimchi. Our server Chris went above and beyond. It was truly a tasty amazing experience.
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Erica
VIP
Houston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and drinks were amazing! Server I believe his name was Sam was amazing! Had a really great experience. Can’t wait to go back
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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 1418 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 94 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://www.laluchatx.com/
Phone number
(713) 955-4765
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

La Lucha

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Menu

What 1,418 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does La Lucha offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is La Lucha restaurant rated?

Is La Lucha currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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