Ronny Marquez

My wife and I had a wonderful experience at Flora. We were greeted warmly as soon as we walked in, and our server took great care of us the entire evening. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure we always had what we needed. Manager Omar also stopped by our table a couple of times to check on us and even took the time to explain the authenticity behind their food. He shared how they make their tortillas and chips completely from scratch, starting with grinding the corn and walking us through the whole process. It was impressive and made us appreciate the quality even more. The highlight of our visit was the octopus , hands down the best we’ve had so far. Everything from the flavor to the presentation was excellent. Overall, a fantastic experience. We’re looking forward to coming back.

+7

Sarah Ali

First off, we came here primarily because of the scenery and beautiful ambiance. Did not expect the food to be so great as well. Tried the fish tacos both ways along with the crispy potatoes, and chips & salsa. Everything was delicious, and our server was very attentive. Piña colada was also great.

Frank Meckel

Flora is an authentic Mexican restaurant that manages to excel for its food and setting. In a city with excellent “real” Mexican restaurants, Flora distinguishes itself by featuring some delicious dishes on its menu. The tuna tostada is a standout, as are the barbacoa and carnitas. During brunch they offer a delicious and unique desert. You can taste the Pan de Elote, which is a sweet corn bread served with honey marscapone. Be advised that it sells out. Finally their bar serves delicious concoctions with flair. All of this in one of Houston’s most beautiful settings. The main dining room is lovely, but can be cool and a little loud. Their outdoor patio is a little less formal, but puts you closer to nature. If the weather is nice, sit outside. If you prefer a “buzzier” atmosphere, inside is the place for you.

Jill Weirich

I understand why this place has such high ratings and views. I got the charred octopus as my main and it is incredible. I’ve had octopus before but not like this. Exquisite. Husband had the Mole Enchiladas and he was blown away. Margaritas are fantastic and beautifully crafted.

Janet

Always love going to Flora . I do love that their menu changes , but would love if they kept some of their very popular dish or desserts. The food is always fresh and delicious. The service is wonderful !

Alejandra Villa

If I could choose one restaurant to go to every day, it would be Flora. It’s my go-to for all occasions: birthdays, anniversary dinners, showing off Houston to guests. The moment you walk in, the place feels magical. The chandeliers sparkle above you, and floor-to-ceiling glass windows let in soft light and views of the greenery outside. The décor blends elegance and warmth in the most beautiful way. The service is always so welcoming and attentive. Every time I visit, I hope to get Jireth as my server. She’s kind, observant, and always makes sure our drinks stay full and our table stays taken care of. She truly makes me feel seen. Food-wise, the carnitas are perfection. The beans are some of the best I’ve had, and the homemade tortillas are excellent. And Flora’s margarita The Grant? Pure magic! A spicy hint from jalapeño, balanced with perfect reposado and mezcal. Flora honors authentic Mexican food while adding creative touches. My taste buds are always surprised and delighted. Every time I leave, I already can’t wait to come back. Flora is a must for anyone visiting or living in Houston.

Adriana Delorme

Went to Flora for dinner with my husband & daughter this evening & everything was FABULOUS!!! From the decor, ambiance, food & cocktails to our amazing waiter Gustavo. For our appetizers we had the octopus (AMAZING), a dozen oysters on the half shell, and the beef fajita nachos. For our entrées, we had the milanesa and the mole enchiladas. My husband and I had margaritas for our cocktails. Everything was absolutely delicious!

Adrienne Hunter

My boyfriend chose this restaurant for our monthly date night and it did not disappoint. From the ambiance, to the service, it gave top tier. There is someone always there to assist and serve you and our server, Desiree (Desi) was top notch. She knew the menu as if she cooked every dish herself. She knew what sauces paired well with each dish and even told us what we should try next on our next visit. She was pleasant, hospitable and gave recommendations based on my vegetarian diet. The decor was absolutely beautiful and was a perfect end to a perfect night. We will be back and we will tell our friends!

+7

julie hall

Gorgeous ambiance! The beautiful dining is room surrounded by glass looking out at the trees while listening to guitar music and dining on scrumptious food - what’s not to love!!?? We had the grilled shrimp, the green enchiladas, and of course the Churros - complimented with mimosas & French 75’s. The service is top-notch - it was absolutely the right choice before we headed to the Houston Ballet. Thank you for a wonderful experience!

+2

Sandra

What a beautiful restaurant! Not only is located in the Bayou, at Allen Parkway, but it’s like a little hidden and magical place right in the heart of Houston! Let me start with the fact that they have valet but you can also find parking on your own and do a little walk and enjoy the Bayou view. The restaurant is know for having gorgeous chandeliers, literally everywhere, it’s elegant yet cozy and perfect for a date or brunch. They have a brunch menu and also a special sips menu and all her drinks are beautifully decorated and taste delicious. The food is Mexican inspired, but with an upscale touch, we tried Huevos divorciados and Chilaquiles, you will love them! The octopus tostada appetizer , chef kiss! They have good service and the manager is always making sure you are well taken care of. With indoor and outdoor seating and a private room for special events, Flora is a restaurant that is perfect for every ocasión!

+4

Went to this restaurant with a large party the first time around and we were well taken care of. The food was good and would definitely go back for seconds.

Queen Blossom

I liked how there were many different chandeliers around, and the location is very nice. It’s located on a park with a lake view, but it is smaller than I expected it to be. The restroom was dirty, and the sever got our order wrong twice, but the food and atmosphere makes up for it.

Londa Carrion

We arrived at 2:35. Our reservation was at 2:45. We weren’t seated until 3:33. It was crowded. It was Mother’s Day. We waited outside because the bar was full too. While we waited, a lady brought out quesadillas and margaritas. That was nice. Because we were so hungry. Once we got to our table, the dining room wasn’t as packed. I really liked the decor. The chandeliers were beautiful and they had these cute mini coat holders that we hung our purses on. That was a nice idea. They brought us water a few minutes after we sat down. We ordered red snapper tacos (I can’t remember exactly what it was called). It had red cabbage on top, a red sauce, and avocado on the side. Delicious. We got cocktails. I had a Mexican Martini. It was good. I can’t remember the name of the drink my daughter had. But she said that it was strong. She drank it all. For dinner/late lunch, I had green enchiladas a la caymus. My daughter had milanesa. We cleaned our plates! We ordered a bottle of wine—- August Kesseler and for dessert, I had tres leches and my daughter had churros. At the last minute, my daughter decided to order potatoes. They were small and they had a spicy sauce and a really good seasoning on top. Delicious.

+5

gau'tam shiro'dkar

From the moment you walk in, the ambiance is warm, inviting, and stylish — perfect for a romantic date night or a special dinner with friends. The food is good; every dish is beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. Loved their fish tacos, mole enchiladas, Chicken tinga tostada. The ingredients taste fresh, and you can tell a lot of care goes into the menu. The service was also top-notch — friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable without being overbearing.

+15

Roberto Ruiz

I celebrated my birthday last night at Flora, I had this place on my list to visit for some time. Easy to find, excellent location, valet parking is almost mandatory, most of the spots are reserved ($10) The place is exquisite, the chandeliers elevate the atmosphere to the next level, good music. Impeccable host, excellent work, super friendly and attentive. The server was quite friendly, I liked her drink recommendations. We were a group of 10 people, the food service was extremely disorganized, only 3 dishes arrived at the table and the rest took about 10-15 minutes longer, one of the managers approached the table, apologized, and offered complementary desserts that never arrived and were never mentioned or checked again. The food was generally presented and flavorful, but I feel the portions are too small compared to other similar Mexican restaurants.

+5

Paige Bachand

We had a great time celebrating our anniversary at Flora. The food was great and the service was excellent - shoutout to our sever George! Overall I think other Mexican restaurants can offer just as good of quality of food for a lower price - but we enjoyed our meals and were happy with what we ordered. Valet service was quick and efficient - but it’s not optional at $10. What really tainted our experience was that made a reservation but unfortunately we were not seated right away. We waited about 15 minutes to sit at our table which was disappointing because we booked in advance. It was very crowded and I think they overbook the place. The atmosphere of the restaurant was beautiful though. Their drinks were delicious. I don’t drink and was pleased to see they had a selection of mock-tails. I got the golden hour which was so refreshing and tasty. They brought out complimentary cotton candy for our anniversary which was such a nice touch. Overall - a good experience for the atmosphere/vibe and we would go back but there are other options for just as good if not better food and faster service.

Look, beautiful place in a gorgeous setting - for Mexican food, however, it is really a bit satirical and very gentrified. The “table side” guacamole is a bit silly and a very small portion, they literally asked me how many shrimp I wanted to add to my salad, and you’re just not going to get the same offerings here in terms of quantity or quality that you’ll get at a classic TexMex favorite. Also they boxed up my shrimp tips with my salad to-go, which was a bit odd… That being said, absolutely gorgeous setting and location! Wish I could rate this higher - Flora feel free to contact me directly if you ever want to make a change! Xx

Lisa

The aesthetics are absolutely stunning. The service was good and the food was overall okay. Highlights include the oysters and the overall vibe of the restaurant. The drinks were okay and given the price point I do expect a stronger drink. My group and I ordered a huge variety of options including the special, tacos, enchiladas, several appetizers and various cocktails. One negative, I do not believe any Mexican restaurant should be charging $2.00 per salsa. As someone who’s been to countless areas of Mexico for decades, please set your expectations appropriately. I personally had to season the guacamole with salt and pepper because it was a bit bland. Overall, I’m glad we checked out this restaurant but I don’t necessarily have to come back because of the food. Parking is a hit or miss, small area to park since it’s also parking for the cyclist and walkers/runners. 1 star each for the aesthetics, oysters and server.

+3