Essentials Kitchen - Katy

Chef Luis Martinez and Veronica were fantastic hosts for our jubilee dinner. It was our first time here, and we took the chance to sample a little bit of everyt... read more Chef Luis Martinez and Veronica were fantastic hosts for our jubilee dinner. It was our first time here, and we took the chance to sample a little bit of everything. We were not disappointed! Be sure to save room for the crème brûlée—it’s a must-try!

We dined at Brave last night and tried nearly everything on the menu. We loved it all! read more We dined at Brave last night and tried nearly everything on the menu. We loved it all!

I was greatly disappointed. Upon arriving for our reservation, we were treated as if we were unwanted guests, stuck at a small table right next to the front doo... read more I was greatly disappointed. Upon arriving for our reservation, we were treated as if we were unwanted guests, stuck at a small table right next to the front door. They didn't seem to understand that it was a BYOB establishment; the waiter even suggested that “people just run over to CVS and buy a bottle of wine since they have a wide selection.” No, thank you! The ceviche came with a blob of sweet potato purée down the side of the plate, which overpowered the citrus flavors of the dish. The chimichurri was strangely creamy as well. The service felt uninviting and lacked attention. Overall, it was not a pleasant experience.

Chef Luis Martinez and Veronica were excellent hosts for our anniversary dinner. First time here and used the opportunity to try a bit of everything. They won't... read more Chef Luis Martinez and Veronica were excellent hosts for our anniversary dinner. First time here and used the opportunity to try a bit of everything. They won't be disappointed. Do not forget to finish with the cream brûlée:

Great disappointment. Upon arrival of the reservation was treated as if they do us a favor that sits us at dinky 2 up next to and in front of the front door. Di... read more Great disappointment. Upon arrival of the reservation was treated as if they do us a favor that sits us at dinky 2 up next to and in front of the front door. Didn't know that it said BYOB wafers: “They simply run over CVS and buy bottle of wine, they have a wide choice.” No, thanks. Ceviche had sweet potato purée blobbed down side of the plate which disgusted as it mixed with citrus of Ceviche. Chimichuri funny creamy. The staff is floating. One and ready.