Late August
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About Late August
Late August is an American restaurant in Houston, set inside the Ion building at 4201 Main St Ste 120, where a bar and lounge format sit alongside a menu that draws from Southern and seafood influences. Much of its identity comes from the contrast between the polished bar and lounge setting and a kitchen that leans into composed plates rather than bar snacks. The Citrus Pork Confit is a popular main, and the Chili Relleno appears among the mains as a grounded option within the range of the menu. Cocktails are listed as a popular category, anchoring the bar side of the experience. The space works as both a restaurant and a lounge, so dinner can lead into drinks without changing venues.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Paid parking lot · Plenty of parking
- AccessibilityDoes not have assistive hearing loop
Menu & Prices
163 dishes · mains $6–80Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tasting menu, chocolate 4 ways, dressed oysters and basted strip loin.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention tasting menu, chocolate 4 ways, dressed oysters and basted strip loin.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently celebrate the tasting menu as the standout experience, with diners praising the inventive flavor progression, artful presentations, and thoughtful wine or drink pairings that several describe as memorable enough to spark ongoing conversation. The cinnamon sugar dessert, chocolate four ways, and dressed oysters come up as specific highlights, and the tacodillas and jambalaya also draw praise from those who ordered them. Service is frequently described as warm and knowledgeable, with staff offering menu guidance and checking on diners' experience. A few reviewers note uneven moments, including a carryout order where the Texas Caesar arrived without the expected protein and required a return visit, and one diner found the tasting courses lighter than anticipated. Several suggest making a reservation, especially for special events or Valentine's dinner.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers consistently celebrate the tasting menu as the standout experience, with diners praising the inventive flavor progression, artful presentations, and thoughtful wine or drink pairings that several describe as memorable enough to spark ongoing conversation. The cinnamon sugar dessert, chocolate four ways, and dressed oysters come up as specific highlights, and the tacodillas and jambalaya also draw praise from those who ordered them. Service is frequently described as warm and knowledgeable, with staff offering menu guidance and checking on diners' experience. A few reviewers note uneven moments, including a carryout order where the Texas Caesar arrived without the expected protein and required a return visit, and one diner found the tasting courses lighter than anticipated. Several suggest making a reservation, especially for special events or Valentine's dinner.
Featured reviews
- Rachel
“Absolutely exquisite. Remarkable. Delectable. Just wow wow wow. We went on a Friday night for a double date and hosted for the tasting menu with the wine pairings. As someone who has toured around the world and been to countless Michelin restaurants, I have to say this may be the very first time a restaurant has nailed it on every single pairing. I was deeply impressed by the presentations of the dishes and how they later told a story with each bite. I didn’t get all of the photos as they were 13 courses? Anyway, don’t hesitate, just go!”
- Jainif Marediya
“Really enjoyed my dinner here. The service was a bit spotty but the food made up for it. Really unique flavors throughout the tasting menu and the cinnamon sugar dessert was some of the best dessert in Houston. This place is worth checking out”
- Shanel_ No7
“Visit the restaurant for a special event and even though the restaurant was packed the serves was amazing. We order tacodillas was amazing and so was the jambalaya. The Tacodillas was served hot and perfectly seasoned. The Jambalaya was a …”
- John Wick
“I had an amazing first time experience at Late August the moment i entered the service was top tier. I had dinner with a girlfriend and we both loved our food. We will be back for sure! Melissa is amazing, the GM, and the chefs are so kind! I highly recommend. 10 stars if it were an option! -Kat”
- Isabel Soto Wallace
“Ordered the Texas Caesar to carry out. Server didn’t advise about protein being extra or ask if any was desired. Paid $15 for a few pieces of lettuce, a cherry tomato cut in half, maybe two slices of avocado, and some dressing. This took 25 min to prepare. Realized there was no protein and returned. The GM shared protein was extra, to which I responded with surprise given the price. It took them another 20 min to prepare a small amount of thin pieces of chicken.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Closed
Highlights
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great coffee
- Popular for good for solo dining
Amenities
- Free parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed outside
- Serves dine-in
- Serves alcohol
- Serves coffee
Show more amenities
- Has table service
- Good for solo dining
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Does not have assistive hearing loop
- Parking· 2
- Paid parking lot
- Plenty of parking
- Highlights· 1
- Serves great cocktails
- Crowd· 1
- Good for groups
Location
How Late August compares to nearby american restaurants
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Late August This shop | Granger's Restaurant & Bar | Hudson House | Hearsay Market Square | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4(193) | 4.5(572) | 4.7(1,513) | 4.4(2,266) | |
| Price | $50–100 | $20–80 | $30–80 | $20–30 |
| Distance | — | 0.8 mi | 2 mi | 2.3 mi |
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How this listing is sourced
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