Zula Restaurant

Restaurant that hosts dancing and good music on Friday and Saturday ( 10pm to 2am) Two good size wooden dance floors. Great choice for a date or a party of friends to hang out after dinner . Salsa Latin Night on Wednesday with door cover $10. 21+. Thursday Comedy dinner show , Friday and saturday night -One of Houston's most dynamic Night club . Pros: good music , relaxing and friendly atmosphere more

A really horrible experience. We were told there was a strict dress code and then when we arrived, people were in shorts and t shirts. The service was bad. There was only one (very unprofessional) waiter for the entire first floor. The food was bad, tasted like poor meat and cold. There was no wine list and when I asked what wines they had by the glass I had only one choice for a red wine (and it wasn't even good). more

Most recently I dined at ZULA prior to attending a concert. Simply put, ZULA is a reliable restaurant---consistantly good food, beautiful ambience, friendly and helpful service. The restaurant is moderately and fairly priced and especially so in comparison to other restaurants in the same category of dining. My friends and I have dined at this gem of a restaurant many times over the years ( I've twice dined at ZULA in the past two weeks) and we have always enjoyed our experience when dining there, without fail. Without hint of hesitation I highly recommend ZULA. Pros: Very good food, reliable and beautiful ambience more

Read the most recent review and Zula did not let me down! Seated promptly. The server covered each menu item with a description exceeding the well prepared menu. Every item peaked both our interest and our appetite. The steaks prepared and seasoned to perfection! I enjoy steaks rare and it had a nice charcoaled crust and a cool pink interior . Yes-one of the finest steaks that I have ever had in houston or anywhere for that matter. Our meal for 6 people was over $300 with the elegant wine-well worth the experience! and yes-The best steak in Downtown Houston! Thank you Zula! Pros: superb service, great cuisine, wonderful wine, ambiance and perfect steaks and wonderful waitstaff. Cons: should have free valet for dinners more

The pictures of this place are misleading. Although they are of the inside of the restaurant, you may be surprised to find that the inside looks like the gaming floor at casino royale. I found this depressing, especially in the daytime. Here's the good news: the food is decent. But it's not great. People keep praising the steak. The one I had was on the lower side of middling. This is probably not worth trying. more

Coolest atmosphere in town... menu changes each season, but always good. I had one of the BEST steak here. Will go back. Pros: coolest atmosphere. Best steak Cons: N/A more

My husband and I ate here July 26th, 2008. We were worried at first because at 7PM. the restaurant was only about half full downstairs ( there was a private party upstairs) and its located in Downtown of Houston. My husband wanted some red wine ( a glass) and they only had merlot and cab to offer. The cab was no good, and the merlot was warm. Our waiter did let us try both first, then went off to chill the open bottle merlot and came back in a few minutes to offer a fresh, cool, bottle from their cellar. I ordered peppita crusted red fish taht was wonderful. my husband ordered their filet with blue cheese. The manager came when the food was delievered to be sure it was good. My husband steak was overcooked. They immediately took it back . They brought back a much better looking, less cooked steak, my husband cut into it and it was too rare-the manager immediately took it back without hesistation saying that he would get it right. The 3rd time it was perfect. We've had plenty of steaks in Texas and he said this was one of the best. In many restaurants these days that type of customer service just cannot be found! and the food was very good. more

I visited Zula the other night fro a business dinner and had a absolutely wonderful time. Our server was outgoing and very friendly. He also helped us choose a great wine, because we really knew nothing about wine. I had the crab cake and it was some of the best I have ever had as was the Market fish. After dinning, we moved to the bar were we got to watch the game on plastma TV . I will come back and bring friends next time. Pros: Nice ambiance , attention to detail Cons: couldn't find any!! more

My family and I dined at Zula yesterday and we loved it! It was our first time at the restaurant and I heard about it from a co-worker of mine. Pros: food , service, atmosphere more

The term looks can be decieving perfectly describle this restaurant. First of all everyone walked by as my husband and I stood there waiting to be greeted. Our scheduled 7 pm reservation was obviously not documented and we were forced to wait for a table. When asked to speak to the manager regarding our reservation mix up he seemed as if he had no idea as to what we were talking about. I assured him that I had phoned in seating for two. The food on the other hand was mediocre. The restroom was in serious need of some repairing. It seemed as if the entire restaurant was under construction but seriously neglected. Save your time and money and see what else Houston has to offer. Pros: service was okay Cons: management is rude and unprofessional. more

Service was terrible. Food was good but just not worth it. Our server forgot to bring part of our order, so when we did get it, we had to send it back to be reheated. We were one of 4 tables in the entire restaurant, and the servers kept mixing up orders with the table next to us. When I pay $100+ for a meal, I expect a much better experience. Also, we did not receive one apology for the mix-ups. Even that would have made things better. We won't be back. Pros: Food was good. Cons: Service was terrible. more

Can't say this was horrible but can't say it was great either. Food is average...a bit on the pricey side for what you get. Wine list needs serious work...very limited in selection. Lobster ravioli was good but for the price, I was expecting more fresh lobster meat and not the lobster mousse/pate. Pepita-crusted redfish with saffron rice sounded very good and would've been great had it been served with saffron rice (instead of plain rice pilaf). more

The Service at Zula under the new management and ambience is top-notch, but the food served here that makes this restaurant worth coming back to. New American Cuisine has never been one of my favorite cuisines, but Zula's appetizers and entrees have turned me into a fan. Wine list is very extensive. All in all a great place and a great sophisticated evening out. Price is very decent also. I will definitely return. Thank for a great service. Pros: Very reasonable price and excellent food more

This place is amazing! From the food to the service to the decor. This restaurant is a must, especially if your into American Cuisine,Steak and Sea Food. I had recently dined there and had many of their signature items. There were so many great entrees and appetizers that I couldnt decide. The Market Fish was phenomenal, it was so fresh and had been prepared on a grill having the perfect balance of flavor and char with a hint of lemon, this was a great entree. The baseball cut Tenderloin steak was also incredible. An absolute must try!!!. At no point during the meal did I feel as though i needed something. The server and all the waitstaff anticipated our every need, the buspersons were right on with clearing tables, everything was spotless. the decor inside is great. It has great feel and atmosphere. I definately would recommend for dinner or even just an after work drink. ZULA, I will be back. Pros: Exceptionally fresh seafood, juicy and tender steak. Well trained wait staff. more

If you want an excellent steak and ""King-Like"" service, Zula Restaurant on Main@ Capitol would be a great choice. There is something to please every palate. Choose from delicious steaks, chops and seafood. The wine list is impressive. Service is attentive but not bothersome. Great place for a lovely evening. Pros: great food, great service more

There is not a lot more to say about Zula-- the reviews below sum it up perfectly. This is a wonderful restaurant for any foodie visiting Houston. The service is impeccable, the staff is warm and friendly, and the food is beautifully prepared and presented. My husband and I shared the Filet Mignon and the market fish and it was amazing. Each bite was delicious; you could taste the love in each dish. One of the best restaurant I've ever been to. Run to your telephone and make a reservation now. Your stomach and soul will thank you. Pros: fantastic food, good service Cons: Wow! more

We were there for Mother's Day brunch and were extremely disappointed. They are not usually open on Sundays and this was very clear. They ran out of all desserts but 2 (supposed to have 5). There was throw-up in the lady's restroom. We were supposed to get free mimosas but had to ask for them and then convince the waiter they were included, although it was clearly stated on the website. This is unacceptable for any restaurant - to put your customers in the awkward position of having to explain what the waiter should already know. When we arrived we had to wait even though there were plenty of free tables. We were also promised a round of champagne by the host because we had to wait, which was never served. It was very dark and depressing for a Mother's Day occasion. Expensive for what we got; could have had a Four Seasons meal for the same price and better experience. My chicken dish was not good - huge hormone injected breast with little flavor at all. The other dishes were very good though - excellent filet, fantastic pan fried salmon. This place is probably great for a wild Saturday night, but avoid for any special occasions on Sundays, especially in a city that is known for fantastic Sunday brunch. Pros: Mostly good food, unique decor, great bar area Cons: disappointing service, terrible brunch experience more

I visited Zula's today 5/9/2008. I love going there becuase of the flatten chicken and delicious macaroni. Today I went and the executive cheif must not have been in the building because my food was very different. My chicken was overcooked. It is usually light brown and easy to cut. Today it was dark brown like it had been deep fried. I had to saw on it just to cut it and eat. My macaroni was over cooked as well. It tasted grainy, I could not eat it. The sad part is that the macaroni is my favorite, it is usually a little spicy and smooth but not to day. I had to order potatoes which took about 15 minutes for them to bring out. more

Just so everyone knows, the Chef on the website is no longer there. He hasnt worked there for a year and they are still falsley using his name. Pros: LIARS! more

If you're hoping to be treated like a king during your stay in downtown of Houston, then Zula Lounge might be the place where you find your throne. Inside this massive restaurant that's has been designed to look like a classic Las Vegas palace, you will find lounge offering premium liquors and wine, sport viewing, 5 Stars dining, and of course, lots of drop-dead gorgeous women. more