
Nancy's Hustle
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About Nancy's Hustle
On Polk St A in Houston, Nancy's Hustle serves New American and European dishes alongside all-natural wines and cocktails in the evenings, daily. The kitchen sends out chilled oysters marinated in escabeche, a pickle party with Los Carneros cheese and salami, and Parmesan and pancetta croquettes. Among the repeated orders is a cheeseburger served on an English muffin bun. Reservations are recommended, though a wait is common for walk-ins, and those waiting can order drinks in the meantime. Seating includes a bar area, and outdoor seating is available for guests who prefer to eat outside. The entrance is step-free and wheelchair-accessible. Food is also available for takeaway for those eating off site. A small parking lot sits behind the restaurant, with street parking nearby.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree of charge street parking · Free parking lot · Paid parking lot
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- DietaryServes organic dishes · Serves vegetarian dishes
Menu & Prices
21 dishes · mains $5–35- Chilled Oysters Marinated In Escabeche$17.00
- Pickle Party, Los Carneros Cheese, Salami$14.00
- Grilled Sourdough Tartine With Brandade & Pickled Onions$12.00
- Parmesan & Pancetta Croquettes$11.00
- Nancy Cakes With Cultured Butter, Smoked Trout Roe & Chives$18.00
- Roasted Brussel Sprouts With Tonnato Sauce & Parmesan$15.00
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention nancy cakes, cheeseburger, grilled ribeye and sticky rice.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention nancy cakes, cheeseburger, grilled ribeye and sticky rice.
Customer Review Summary
The Nancy Cakes, served with cultured butter and smoked trout roe, come up more than anything else, with reviewers calling them a must-try even as a couple note they're a bit overrated compared to the rest of the menu. Close behind, the cheeseburger on its English muffin bun draws repeated praise as one of the best in Houston, and the grilled ribeye with beef fat sticky rice earns its own devoted following, though one diner found the cheeseburger merely "meh." Also mentioned often are the lamb dumplings, duck dumplings, sourdough bread, and cocktails like the old fashioned and winter margarita. Complaints recur around noise levels inside and long waits, with one visit stretching an hour and fifteen minutes for entrees and another citing slow, apologetic service; a couple of diners also found dishes inconsistent, with the octopus described as bland and the hazelnut marjolaine as unpleasantly salty on one visit, and the parmesan cheesecake criticized for lacking a crust. One reviewer separately describes watching a bartender crush ice by hand with a spoon before adding it to drinks, calling the practice unsanitary. Despite these notes, several describe being offered a blanket, complimentary wait-time drinks, or accommodated special requests while dining.
Customer Review Summary
The Nancy Cakes, served with cultured butter and smoked trout roe, come up more than anything else, with reviewers calling them a must-try even as a couple note they're a bit overrated compared to the rest of the menu. Close behind, the cheeseburger on its English muffin bun draws repeated praise as one of the best in Houston, and the grilled ribeye with beef fat sticky rice earns its own devoted following, though one diner found the cheeseburger merely "meh." Also mentioned often are the lamb dumplings, duck dumplings, sourdough bread, and cocktails like the old fashioned and winter margarita. Complaints recur around noise levels inside and long waits, with one visit stretching an hour and fifteen minutes for entrees and another citing slow, apologetic service; a couple of diners also found dishes inconsistent, with the octopus described as bland and the hazelnut marjolaine as unpleasantly salty on one visit, and the parmesan cheesecake criticized for lacking a crust. One reviewer separately describes watching a bartender crush ice by hand with a spoon before adding it to drinks, calling the practice unsanitary. Despite these notes, several describe being offered a blanket, complimentary wait-time drinks, or accommodated special requests while dining.
Featured reviews
- ulfat
“Ok , finally i made it and came to try it every day when i decided to come its full so you need to book in advance at lest 2 day before I was surprised to be honest didnt expect will be that good , i liked everything service, seating, food and dessert Only the burger was little bit too fatty for me but the rest of the food was great and the cheese cake is a must to try also nancy cake with wipped butter is so good.”
- Juan José Díez
“This place is exceptional! Everything was great, we did not have reservation and we still managed to get a table after 10 minutes, we were offered something to drink while we waited. The food was amazing, everything we ordered was spectacular, really all of the dishes left me mind blown. The service was very friendly and professional. The place is amazing and has a great vibe.”
- Elizabeth Hughes
“I'm conflicted here because Nancy's Hustle has been a favorite for some time, but this last visit was disappointing. Nancy's corn cakes were still delightful, and the cocktails were really good. We ordered the octopus, and duck dumplings, the dumplings were tasty, but the octopus was pretty bland and needed seasoning. We asked for some lemons and that heloed. We also tried the hazelnut marjolaine, and even though it looked beautifull, it was unpleasantly salty and bitter. Sadly, it was a disappointing visit.”
- elle
“everything i had was fantastic. really loved the cheeseburger! umi and dumpling were flavorful and the nancy cakes were not what i imagined but super good! don’t skip their ice cream to finish!! the drinks are great too, i loved the satin …”
- Jerry Huntley
“Went with a group of four so we were able to try most of the menu. This place is so friggin’ good, every dish was delicious. The cheeseburger lives up to the hype, it’s crispy and juicy and the English muffin bun works so well. Definitely one of the best cheeseburgers in Houston. The lamb dumplings and croquettes are must orders. The pickle party is fun and the asparagus is so over the top in the best way. The Nancy cakes get talked up a lot in reviews, but they really are worth an order. The cakes melt in your mouth and the rich butter mixed with smoky roe really puts them over the top. Really enjoyed how tasty and juicy the chicken was. Don’t skip dessert, the marjorlaine was delightful. They also have a kickass cocktail menu you should explore. The interior is so well decorated and vibey, and the service is fantastic. Nancy’s Hustle is one of the best restaurants in Houston and one everyone should experience.”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Intimate bistro serving a mix of New American & European cuisine plus all-natural wines & cocktails.”
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Serves local speciality
Amenities
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- Free of charge street parking
- Accepts reservations
- Has outdoor seating
- Offers takeaway
- Serves dine-in
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- Serves vegetarian dishes
- Has bar on site
- Casual
- On-site services available
- Serves beer
- Serves coffee
- Offerings· 9
- Serves alcohol
- Serves cocktails
- Serves comfort food
- Serves healthy options
- Serves late-night food
- Serves organic dishes
- Serves small plates
- Serves spirits
- Serves wine
- Facilities· 2
- Has gender-neutral toilets
- Has toilet
- Accessibility· 3
- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible seating
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Highlights· 6
- Has fast service
- Has great beer selection
- Serves great cocktails
- Serves great dessert
- Has great wine list
- Serves local speciality
- Popular for· 2
- Popular for dinner
- Good for solo dining
- Crowd· 4
- Good for groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Popular with tourists
- Transgender safe space
- Planning· 2
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Usually has a wait
- Dining options· 4
- Serves dinner
- Serves dessert
- Has seating
- Has table service
- Atmosphere· 4
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
- Parking· 4
- Free parking lot
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Somewhat difficult to find a space
Location
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- Xochi4.64,1610.7 mi$30–90Good for kidsReservations
mole tasting menu, churros with chocolate, cauliflower dish
- Hearsay On The Green4.31,4480.7 mi$20–50Good for kidsReservations
bacon wrapped shrimp, chicken milanese, spinach artichoke dip
- 1 mi$20–30Reservations
mrs. claus cocktail, birthday table decorations, perfectly cooked steak
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nancy's HustleReservations | 4.72,223 | — | $50–100 | nancy cakes, cheeseburger, grilled ribeye |
| XochiGood for kids · Reservations | 4.64,161 | 0.7 mi | $30–90 | mole tasting menu, churros with chocolate, cauliflower dish |
| Hearsay On The GreenGood for kids · Reservations | 4.31,448 | 0.7 mi | $20–50 | bacon wrapped shrimp, chicken milanese, spinach artichoke dip |
| The Palm - Downtown HoustonReservations | 4.4819 | 1 mi | $20–30 | mrs. claus cocktail, birthday table decorations, perfectly cooked steak |
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