Lucian's Caribbean Grill

I had a great experience visiting Lucian's Caribbean Grill! It's only 15 minutes from Hobby airport and easy to find. As I entered, I was greeted by the young lady behind the counter who was very knowledgeable about everything on the menu. I like the idea of having certain items only available on certain days and so I'm glad I came on a Saturday because I really wanted to try the jerk pork! I also chose the curry beef which I have not seen offered anywhere else.
I chose greens and plantains for one plate and steamed cabbage and mac n cheese for the other plate and rice and peas for both plates.
I was impressed by the variety and the number of items that I have not seen at other Caribbean restaurants.
While waiting for my order, I walked around to admire the design and decor of the restaurant.
There are a lot of tables and plenty of space so it doesn't feel crowded.
I was surprised to see a couple on the stage live DJ-ing the music playing from the speakers. I was almost startled when I heard my name called behind me, another young lady brought my to-go order to the front in less than 5 minutes! She briefly opened the to-go boxes to show me what I ordered and it was beautiful to see and smell! I was very happy with the portions and the amount of food that fit into the boxes.
The collard greens (recommended by the lady that took my order) were so flavorful and tender.
The Mac n cheese pie was the best I've ever had, so creamy and cheesy.
And you know, steamed cabbage is steamed cabbage, but this was full of flavor.
The curry beef was just like some of the best curry chicken but with stew beef that was cooked down to fall apart tender.
The jerk pork was also similarly tender and cooked with very nice jerk season and was so juicy with little bits of gelatinous fat on some bites that just burst with flavor! I was also given a guava jerk sauce which is amazing and a cup of sliced habanero pepper with what seemed like olive oil with a little pesto which was a nice touch to mix up the choice of spice and flavor to alternate dipping the pork. If I lived closer, I would quit cooking Jamaican food at home and just order here every day! I can't wait for the next time I come through to try more items from the menu! Oh and definitely looking forward to the new items coming to the updated menu that is still in development!

Lucian's is a great place for amazing food! The owner greeted us, served us, and cooked! He answered all our questions, made perfect recommendations, and was attentive.
The place was clean and nice.
Women's restroom was clean and fully stocked.
The food was phenomenal in taste and appearance! Portions were incredible for the price.
We had jerk chicken, oz tails, rice and peas, fried plantains, greens, and curry potatoes.
Every bit was delicious! Their house made drinks were too tier.
Try the guava and sorrell for sure! We're planning our next visit already!!

Owner response

If you love the Caribbean food, this is your place!!! Everything is prepared FRESH.
Highly recommend the whole red snapper that was the special ❤️.
Of course make sure you get a Red Stripe Beer...

Owner response