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Hours
Sun
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Mon
11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Tue
11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Wed
11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Thu
11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Fri
11:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Sat
11:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Ratings and reviews
4.5
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CUISINES
Mexican, Latin, Seafood
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
features
Menu
DESSERT
EL COCO
chocolate coconut shell, coconut buttercream, coconut ganache, coconut streusel, whipped coconut
US$15.00
CREMOSO DE LYCHE
lychee and raspberry mouse cake, white chocolate, mascarpone cream
US$11.00
CHURROS RELLENOS Y CHOCOLATE CALIENTE
churros stuffed with dulce de leche, chocolate ice cream with housemade hot chocolate
US$15.00
PASTEL DE MOLE Y CHOCOLATE CRIOLLO
chocolate and mole cake, mandarin sauce, pumpkin seeds, amaranth brittle, coconut sorbet
US$13.00
FLAN DE COCO
coconut custard, kumquats, crème fraîche, amaranth seed
US$11.00
CABALLEROS POBRES
Mexican-style French toast, brandy-infused cherries, rompope liquor, cinnamon caramel ice cream
US$11.00
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CUISINES
Mexican, Latin, Seafood
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten free options
Meals
Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, Non-smoking restaurants, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
657 reviews
Excellent
401
Very good
177
Average
60
Poor
9
Terrible
10
Mina-Mary
Austin128 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
The menu at Caracol looked fascinating, and, for fish eaters, Mexican restaurants are often chancy. Caracol was a great choice. Tuna taco appetizers were amazing. My scallops were delicious, and my husband's vegetarian dishes were equally good. It was a Saturday night, the restaurant got crowded quickly, and so service was a bit slow. But I highly recommend the kitchen!
Written January 15, 2020
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houstontraveler2017
Houston195 contributions
Feb 2020 • family
Our party of four tasted everything from tuna tacos and oysters to roasted pork ribs and calamari. Finished with the carne asado and a fish special. All were excellent and we ate family style so I sampled everything. An excellent experience — attentive waiter who did not rush and a good craft cocktail list. We will return.
Written February 10, 2020
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David S
West Columbia3 contributions
Jul 2022 • none
All is good except the pricing on margaritas. Don't try to order a simple one with just tequila, lime, and Grand Marnier. It will cost $16 when several premade ones with lots of ingredients are $12-14.
Written July 26, 2022
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SusanT
Houston81 contributions
May 2021 • none
While the food was wonderful, the overall experience for Mother's Day brunch was really lacking. Mother's Day menu was $52 per person, including an appetizer, entree and dessert. While I would have preferred the regular brunch menu and regular prices, I get it.
My son made a reservation three weeks in advance for the patio, but the only table available was one without an umbrella and in the direct sun. Even that, I get.
What I don't get was the service. Mother's Day was treated as an in and out production. Get 'em seated, fed, and out in 1 hour. Really? You ordered all three courses at once, and then they brought our entrees while we still had our appetizer plates in front of us, and our desserts when we still had our entree plates in front of us. No asking if we'd like another drink, etc.
They also ushered patio guests in and out through the restaurant -- had I been sitting at one of the interior tables in the pathway, I would have been irritated at best.
When you're spending $200+ at a fine dining establishment, you're wanting an experience, not just getting your stomach full and out.
Caracol, I have dined with you once before and this is NOT what was expected.
Written May 9, 2021
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1_HRG
Mother’s Day was a challenging day for us. The continuing staffing issue that all restaurants are having right now made such an important day particularly difficult. The staff did their best but in some cases we came up short. I am so very sorry.
Written August 2, 2021
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Theresa C
Houston179 contributions
Jun 2021 • family
We planned to meet for drinks to celebrate my daughters birthday, having been there many time (all 8 of us but not together) it seemed like the best place to have happy hour. When we arrived at 4 pm (opening) it was 100 deg F. We were told we would be seated outside, no fans! None of us wanted to complain as we had all travelled there from different sides of town and didn’t want to spoil the birthday happy hour. We asked at least to be put in the shade and move two tables together, at least three of us individually asked several waiters/manager if it was possible just to be inside for some drinks as we were only there for happy hour snd the inside looked empty, they had just opened. We were told they were fully booked. We asked from what time and were told 5 so we were still not allowed an hour of A/C while it was unoccupied. If it was not a birthday we would have all left. We were served drinks and had a few appetizers, and we informed our waitress that the birthday girl was vegan and also she could not eat avocado. Anyway we had our celebration, birthday girl ordered the vegetable dish which unfortunately came covered in avocado. All the wine we ordered, rose and white were nearly room temperature and remember outside was 100 degrees! They offered us ice to cool the wine. Only after we left after paying a hefty bill which they added 20 percent tip as we were 8 people, we realized we were never offered the happy hour menu, no discount, no bar bites! Somehow we overlooked that! The inside table we envied during our stay lay empty until 10 mins before our departure. This is a restaurant that all 8 of us have frequented and recommended ! Sorry Caracol you really let us down! We left very sweaty and unhappy at the cost a some drinks and a few snacks! We actually feel we were ripped off! Is that why you didn’t let us inside so we couldn’t have happy hour at 4?? What’s the deal! Would love an explanation!!!
Written June 19, 2021
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torres07md
Houston152 contributions
Feb 2020 • couples
I have been here twice now, and will definitely be going again. The oyster appetizer was great. The guacamole was good, but there was not enough chips. I was absolutely floored by how good the octopus molé was. We really liked the scallops, cooked to perfection not rubbery at all. We also had the special, which was a fish of the day, and was also very good. Drinks were good, service was great, ambience and environment were upscale and romantic.
Written March 15, 2020
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1_HRG
That is really great to hear. Thank you for joining us!
Written February 12, 2021
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Gabriel H
Bellaire7093 contributions
May 2023 • none
We visited Caracol as a family for Easter Sunday buffet brunch and more recently, for lunch. In both instances we were welcomed and immediately led to our reserved table. Service was eager and prompt, although at times amateurish. The Easter brunch buffet defies description: it is extensive and includes many seafood items, both crudo and cooked. Beautifully presented, you the graduate to hot dishes that include chicken, pork, beef and lamb. There was an extensive dessert selection, a bit o everything for those with a sweet tooth. Our more recent lunch focused on the small dishes (or appetizers). We loved the mussels, the ceviche, the delicious raw tuna tostadas and the queso flameado. The favorite, however, was the chicharron de calamar. Of the main dishes, the Tacos de Pescado were delicious, but the Pulpo ahumado was the table's favorite, not to forget the Pescado Zarandeado. A selection of cocktails, beers and wines rounds out the perfect meal. The place is spacious, light, with high ceilings and not too loud, thus allowing normal conversation.
Written May 29, 2023
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Guest Relationship Manager
Thank you for taking the time to detail your visit. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed our Easter Sunday Brunch! We loved having you in, and we hope you'll visit again soon!
Written June 26, 2023
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DrEitan
Houston117 contributions
May 2021 • none
We did have Mother's Day brunch yesterday, however, our experience did not meet our expectations in prior visits. We were seated outside in an area exposed to sun. We asked to be placed in a shaded area, staff did not accommodate this immediately but finally had an open table. The staff were reluctant at first. This reaction was disappointing. In addition, the portion size was small. We asked for the regular menu and we were old no- please have the regular menu if we decide not to select the mother day menu list. Overall, it felt disappointing and too expensive for the food. My wife and family felt let down from the excellent experience we come to expect at Caracol as in the past.
Written May 10, 2021
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1_HRG
Mother’s Day was a challenging day for us. The continuing staffing issue that all restaurants are having right now made such an important day particularly difficult. The staff did their best but in some cases we came up short. I am so very sorry. I would like to make it up to you. I know I cant change the experience you had but I would like to invite you back with a gift certificate. Please contact me at evelyn@htownrestaurantgroup.com
Written May 26, 2021
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SavannahBijou
12 contributions
Sep 2021 • none
Perfection in the fine dining experience was achieved last night! Daniella, our server, helped curate that perfection. The ribeye was one of the best I have had and the halibut was just cooked to perfection. Of course the margaritas are always amazing and presented and poured with flourish.
Written September 3, 2021
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1_HRG
That is really great to hear. Thank you for joining us!
Written September 17, 2021
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A S
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • couples
Vegetarians beware. DO NOT ORDER "PLATO DE VEGETALES V ". It says on the menu "five seasonal vegetable medley 22". The plate looked as if were literally 5 "single" vegetable items like the the amount of vegetables on a hambuger. I was shocked that a restaurant of this stature would try to sell almost no vegetables on a plate for $22. It looked like one single small handful of salad ingredients. The other dishes for my wife and friends were normal. Why would this well established restaurant of excellent reputation skimp on a meal for people that principally eat vegetables. Outrageous!!!
Written February 24, 2024
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Guest Relationship Manager
We are so sorry to hear our Plato de Vegetales did not meet your expectations, your comments will be passed along to our chefs so they can review its preparation. We are happy to take a dish back if it is not your liking so improvements can be made.
Your feedback is truly appreciated as we're always looking to improve.
Thank you for joining us.
Written May 1, 2024
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Emie S
26 contributions
Jun 2023 • couples
Celebrated ourc35th anniversary here. Outstanding food, decor, and service! Host greeted us with "happy anniversary", there was a celebratory card on our table, complimentary gift of ceviche, and complimentary dessert and Prosecco. Highly recommend this sister restaurant to Hugo's!
Written June 18, 2023
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Guest Relationship Manager
We're delighted to hear our team made your special occasion one to remember! We loved having you in, and we hope you'll visit again soon. Thank you for joining us!
Written June 26, 2023
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Gabriel H
Bellaire7093 contributions
Jul 2022 • none
We had visited Caracol before, mostly for dinner. This time, we chose lunch. The place was a bit more sedate and not as crowded as for dinner. Our server was very attentive and helpful. We tried a couple of Mexican wines: the Casa Madero Merlot was quite drinkable and paired well with our dishes. The Spanish Albarino was delightful, as always.
We elected to order several appetizers instead of main dishes. It was a good choice. The Ceviche de Caracol was outstanding: fresh, delicate, with a couple of hints of cilantro and pepper. The Ceviche de Chile Canario highlighted a delicious red snapper with chile canario, cilantro, radish and cucumber. The Chicharron de Calamar was an interesting presentation of fried squid, without the breading, thus offering more the taste of the squid than the fried breading. I definitely prefer this version. Finally, the Costillas a las Brasas brought wood roasted ribs that were succulent, tasty, tender and juicy. We left it for last, and wisely. The flavors would have killed the two ceviches or even the Calamari. Overall, with generous portions, these four appetizers provide an outstanding and satisfying selection.
Written August 24, 2022
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1_HRG
Thank you for taking the time to critique your meal, Gabriel. We're glad you enjoyed your experience and the food. Thank you for joining us!
Written September 11, 2022
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Cheryl G
Houston121 contributions
Nov 2023 • couples
I have been wanting to get back to Caracol for a while for the Roasted Oysters. They were delicious! The best I have had. The seafood al ajillo was also delicious. The only disappointment of the evening was the smoked octopus. The first bite was good, and unique, but then it just started to taste really salty. I do not recommend it and do not think it will be on the menu for long. The pulpo in the mariscos al ajillo was excellent. This is the one that should be an appetizer. The service was outstanding.
Written November 5, 2023
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Guest Relationship Manager
We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your experience with us! We will take your comments about the Pulpo Al Carbón to see what might've gone wrong on the day of your visit.
We loved having you in, and we hope you'll visit again soon.
Thank you for joining us!
Written January 10, 2024
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Artfull69
Windsor129 contributions
Jan 2023 • business
I visited for a business diner and was really impressed by the friendly staff and great atmosphere in the restaurant.
The food was excellent and novel hybrid taste combination’s definitely worked for my dinning experience.
Drinks were good (if expensive) but overall a great experience and I recommend to give it a try if in the Galleria area.
Written January 27, 2023
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1_HRG
We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your experience and you approved of our services! We hope you'll visit us again soon. Thank you for joining us!
Written January 31, 2023
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Marjorie M
2 contributions
Aug 2021 • friends
This restaurant is always good. My husband and I always bring our friends and it’s wonderful. Fresh beautiful ceviches , roasted oysters , and inventive cocktails. The fresh roasted fish is delicious BUT omg. The duck. Crispy duck leg was absolutely perfect. One of my favorite Houston restaurants.
Written August 8, 2021
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1_HRG
We really appreciate your kind words and support. Thank you for joining us Marjorie!
Written August 9, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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