Maison Pucha Bistro

Name: Maison Pucha Bistro
Address: 1001 Studewood St, Houston, TX, United States, 77008
Telephone: (713) 637-4976
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1385 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

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Maison Pucha Bistro is the culmination of Chef Manuel's 25 year culinary journey. Securing a location in Houston's historic Heights neighborhood, Manuel, Cristian and Victor have reunited in the true sense of fraternité, to open their very own restaurant to showcase their talents and vision of true hospitality. We hope you will join us and be a part of something, truly special...

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

22 May 2022

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Booked 27 times today

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(713) 637-4976

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
French, French American, Ecuadorian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 11:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:00 Sun 11:00–20:00
Phone number
(713) 637-4976
Website
http://www.maisonpucha.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Manuel Pucha

Location
1001 Studewood St Houston, TX 77008
Area
Heights / Washington
Cross Street
10th Street
Parking Details
Parking available behind the restaurant.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

GazpachoUS$12.00
chilled Spanish tomato soup, cucumber bell pepper, red onion, garlic, cilantro, espelette
Beet & Goat Cheese SaladUS$15.00
roasted golden beet, red beet puree, black pepper-herb crusted fresh goat cheese, candied baby beet, pistachio, baby arugula, shallot vinaigrette
Maison's Wedge SaladUS$14.00
iceberg lettuce, bacon, candied pecan, chives, cherry tomatoes, house-made blue cheese dressing
Avocado Cucumber SaladUS$15.00
hass avocado, English cucumber "spaghetti", pomegranate seed, candied baby beet, red onion, chives, red wine vinaigrette

Apéririfs Chauds

Beef EmpanadasUS$14.00
3ea empanadas, red onion, radish, cilantro, jalapeño, aji rocoto sauce
Foie GrasUS$26.00
Hudson Valley foie gras, seasonal fruit chutney, sauternes geleé, port balsamic glaze, house made brioche
Onion SoupUS$13.00
classic French onion soup, baguette, gruyere cheese, chive, espelette

Ceviches

Ecuadorian Shrimp CevicheUS$16.00
4 jumbo shrimp, fresh lemon, orange & lime juice, cilantro, espelette, jalapeño, red onion, plantain chip
Fish Ceviche*US$22.00
Mediterranean branzino, leche de tigre, lime, cilantro, red onion, choclo, serrano pepper, waffle potato chip
Octopus CevicheUS$21.00
Spanish octopus, red onion, cilantro, tomato, jalapeño, lime, blue corn chip
Maisons Ceviche Trio*US$52.00
Ecuadorin style shrimp, Peruvian style fish & Mexican style octopus ceviche

Shareable

Steak TartareUS$23.00
C.A.B. hanger steak, caper, shallot, parsley, cornichon, egg yolk, dijon, tabasco, Worcestershire, espelette
Cheese & CharcuterieUS$29.00
bleu d'auvergne, petit basque & herb crusted goat cheese, Spanish dry chorizo, jambon de bayonne, wagyu bresaola, seasonal fruit, candied pecan, gougére, baguette, raising walnut bread, "Hive Bee Farm" honey
Baked BrieUS$24.00
8 oz brie, chives, espelette, basket of gougères, baguette & lavash

La Mer

Trout AlmondineUS$34.00
whole Idaho trout seared a la plancha, seasonal vegetable medley, garlic, parsley, caper, almond lemon butter sauce, balsamic glaze
Catch of the Day
Chef's daily selection, asparagus, baby vegetables, beurre blanc
- MKT
Scottish SalmonUS$33.00
hickory smoked, asparagus risotto, seasonal baby vegetables, tomato pesto, lobster foam

L'Air

Coq Au VinUS$30.00
red wine cooked chicken, potato purée, lardons, pearl onions, baby carrot, mushrooms, parsley, red wine chicken jus
Duck a l'OranceUS$32.00
applewood smoked Long Island Pekin duck breast, baby carrot, parsnip mousseline, baby turnip, potato purée, orange port demi-glace
Chicken PaillardUS$27.00
crispy skin on butterflied chicken breast, seasonal baby lettuce, shoestring potato, charred tomato garlic vinaigrette

La Terre

Steak FritesUS$38.00
8oz C.A.B. hanger steak seared a la plancha, chive, maison fries, béarnaise sauce
Filet MignonUS$49.00
8oz C.A.B. beef tenderloin, seasonal baby vegetables, asparagus, potato puree, whiskey green peppercorn sauce

Sides

AsparagusUS$10.00
Potato PureeUS$8.00
Maison FriesUS$7.00
Brussel SproutsUS$7.00
Asparagus RisottoUS$10.00

Lunch

Lunch served Tues-Fri 11:00am-3:00pm

Amuse-Bouche

Gougères
gruyere cheese puffs
- eaUS$1.00
- per 1/2 dozenUS$5.00
1/2 Dozen Gulf Coast Oysters*US$18.00
1/2 Dozen East Coast Oysters*US$21.00

Apéritifs Froids

GazpachoUS$10.00
chilled Spanish tomato soup, cucumber bell pepper, red onion, garlic, cilantro, espelette
Avocado Cucumber SaladUS$13.00
hass avodaco, English cucumber "spaghetti", pomegranate seed, candied baby beet, red onion, chives, red wine vinaigrette
Maison's Wedge SaladUS$13.00
iceberg lettuce, bacon, candied pecan, chives, cherry tomatoes, house-made blue cheese dressing
Beet & Coat Cheese SaladUS$13.00
roasted golden beet, red beet puree, black pepper-herb crusted fresh goat cheese, candied baby beet, pistachio, baby arugula, shallot vinaigrette

Apéritifs Chauds

Beef EmpanadasUS$13.00
3ea empanadas, red onion, radish, cilantro, jalapeño, aji rocoto sauce
Onion SoupUS$12.00
classic French onion soup, baguette, gruyere cheese, chive, espelette

Ceviches

Ecuadorian Shrimp CevicheUS$16.00
4 jumbo shrimp, fresh lemon, orange & lime juice, cilantro, espelette, jalapeño, red onion, plantain chip
Fish Ceviche*US$22.00
Mediterranean branzino, leche de tigre, lime, cilantro, red onion, choclo, serrano pepper, waffle potato chip
Octopus CevicheUS$21.00
Spanish octopus, red onion, cilantro, tomato, jalapeño, lime, blue corn chip
Maisons Ceviche Trio*
Ecuadorian style shrimp, Peruvian style fish & Mexican style octopus ceviche, plantain, potato & blue corn chips
- Serves 2-3US$49.00

Sharable

Baked BrieUS$22.00
8 oz brie, chives, espelette, basket of gougéres, baguette & lavash
1/2 Dozen Baked Gulf Coast OystersUS$21.00
espelette compound butter, chives, hickory smoked, grilled lemon
1/2 Dozen Baked East Coast OystersUS$24.00
espelette compound butter, chives, hickory smoked, grilled lemon
Cheese & Charcuterie
bleu d'auvergne, petit basque & herb crusted goat cheese, Spanish dry chorizo, jambon de bayonne, wagyu bresaola, seasonal fruit, candied pecan, gougére, baguette, raising walnut bread, "Hive Bee Farm" honey
- Serves 2-4US$28.00

La Mer

Trout AlmondineUS$32.00
whole Idaho trout seared a la plancha, seasonal vegetable medley, garlic, parsley, caper, almond lemon butter sauce, balsamic glaze
CorvinaUS$30.00
Ecuadorian style fried corvina, radish, cilantro, onion, patacones, curtido, aji rocoto salsa
Moules FritesUS$25.00
white wine, garlic, shallots, parsley, thyme, house-made French fries
Scottish SalmonUS$30.00
hickory smoked, asparagus risotto, seasonal baby vegetables, tomato pesto, lobster foam

L'Air

Chicken PaillardUS$25.00
crispy skin on butterflied chicken breast, seasonal baby lettuce, shoestring potato, charred tomato garlic vinaigrette
Coq au VinUS$26.00
red wine cooked chicken, potato purée, lardons, pearl onions, baby carrot, mushrooms, parsley, red wine chicken jus
Thai Chicken Caesar SaladUS$21.00
romaine heart, cherry tomato, brioche croutons, white anchovies, cilantro, mai take mushroom, sesame seeds, house-made caesar dressing
Chicken SandwichUS$14.00
avocado, tomato, baby arugula, ciabatta bun, Swiss, garlic dijon aioli, maison fries

La Terre

Steak FritesUS$32.00
8oz C.A.B. hanger steak seared a la plancha, chive, house-made fries, béarnaise sauce
Bacon CheeseburgerUS$15.00
house-made sesame brioche bun, cheddar, applewood-smoked bacon, tomato, lettuce, pickles, espelette aioli, Maison fries
Spicy Lamb BurgerUS$15.00
ciabatta bun, feta, cabbage slaw, pickled onion, yogurt aioli, maison fries
St Louis Style RibsUS$23.00
4ea hickory smoked, arancini, green onions, sesame seeds, Maison's BBQ sauce

Sides

AsparagusUS$10.00
Potato PureeUS$8.00
French FriesUS$7.00
Brussel SproutsUS$7.00
Asparagus RisottoUS$10.00

Brunch

Brunch served Sat-Sun 11am-3pm

Amuse-Bouche

Gougères
gruyere cheese puffs
- eaUS$1.00
- per 1/2 dozenUS$5.00
Pastry Basket
house-made orange brioche, blueberry muffin, banana bread, seasonal marmalade
- eaUS$2.00
- per basketUS$5.00

Fresh Oysters

1/2 Dozen Gulf Coast Oysters*US$18.00
1/2 Dozen East Coast Oysters*US$21.00

Apéritifs Froids

GazpachoUS$10.00
chilled Spanish tomato soup, cucumber bell pepper, reed onion, garlic, cilantro, espelette
Beet & Goat Cheese SaladUS$14.00
roasted golden beet, red beet puree, black pepper-herb crusted fresh goat cheese, candied baby beet, pistachio, baby arugula, shallot vinaigrette
Maison's Wedge SaladUS$13.00
iceberg lettuce, bacon, candied pecan, chives, cherry tomatoes, house-made blue cheese dressing
Steak TartareUS$21.00
C.A.B. hanger steak, caper, shallot, parsley, cornichon, egg yolk, dijon, tabasco, Worcestershire, espelette

Apéritifs Chauds

Beef EmpanadasUS$13.00
3ea empanadas, red onion, radish, cilantro, jalapeño, aji rocoto sauce
Onion SoupUS$12.00
classic French onion soup, baguette, gruyere cheese, chive, espelette

Ceviches

Ecuadorian Shrimp CevicheUS$16.00
4 jumbo shrimp, fresh lemon, orange & lime juice, cilantro, espelette, jalapeño, red onion, plantain chip
Fish Ceviche*US$22.00
Mediterranean branzino, leche de tigre, lime, cilantro, red onion, choclo, serrano pepper, waffle potato chip
Octopus CevicheUS$21.00
Spanish octopus, red onion, cilantro, tomato, jalapeño, lime, blue corn chip
Maisons Ceviche Trio*
Ecuadorian style shrimp, Peruvian style fish & Mexican style octopus ceviche, plantain, potato & blue corn chips
- Serves 2-3US$49.00

Maison's Specialties

Baked Oysters

1/2 Dozen Baked Gulf Coast OystersUS$21.00
espelette compound butter, chives, hickory smoked, grilled lemon
1/2 Dozen Baked East Coast OystersUS$24.00
espelette compound butter, chives, hickory smoked, grilled lemon
French ToastUS$14.00
house-made almond crust brioche French toast, Chantilly, maple syrup, seasonal berries
Avocado Salmon ToastUS$23.00
smoked salmon, hass avocado, baby arugula poached egg, capers, green onion, herb de Provence bread, orange vinaigrette

Eggs

Smoked Salmon BenedictUS$24.00
green plantain patty, cage-free eggs, seasonal baby vegetables, espelette ahi Amarillo hollandaise
Egg White FrittataUS$16.00
asparagus, tomato, mozzarella, mushroom, baby arugula, green onion
Steak & EggsUS$34.00
10oz C.A.B. ribeye, 2 cage-free eggs (any style), French fries, chimichurri sauce
M.P.B. BreakfastUS$23.00
2 cage-free egg (any style), applewood smoked bacon, chicken apple sausage, breakfast potato, 2 pancakes, seasonal jam, maple syrup, butter

La Mer

Trout AlmondineUS$32.00
whole Idaho trout seared a la plancha, seasonal vegetable medley, garlic, parsley, caper, almond lemon butter sauce, balsamic glaze
CorvinaUS$30.00
Ecuadorian style fried fish, radish, cilantro, onion, patacones, curtido, aji rocoto salsa
Moules FritesUS$25.00
white wine, garlic, shallots, parsley, thyme, house-made French fries, baguette

L'Air

Thai Chicken Caesar SaladUS$21.00
romaine heart, cherry tomato, brioche croutons, white anchovies, cilantro, mai take mushroom, sesame seeds, house-made caesar dressing
Chicken PaillardUS$23.00
crispy skin on butterflied chicken breast, seasonal baby lettuce, shoestring potato, charred tomato garlic vinaigrette
Chicken SandwichUS$14.00
avocado, tomato, baby arugula, ciabatta bun, Swiss, garlic dijon aioli, maison fries

La Terre

Bacon CheeseburgerUS$15.00
house-made sesame brioche bun, cheddar, applewood-smoked bacon, tomato, lettuce, pickles, espelette aioli, Maison fries
Spicy Lamb BurgerUS$15.00
ciabatta bun, feta, cabbage slaw, pickled onion, yogurt aioli, maison fries
St. Louis-Style RibsUS$23.00
4ea hickory smoked, arancini, green onions, sesame seeds, Maison's BBQ sauce
Steak FritesUS$34.00
8oz C.A.B. hanger steak seared a la plancha, chive, maison fries, béarnaise sauce

Sides

(2) Cage-Free Eggs "Any Style"US$6.00
AsparagusUS$9.00
Maison FriesUS$7.00
Applewood-Smoked BaconUS$7.00
Pan CakesUS$6.00
Breakfast PotatoUS$6.00
Chicken Apple SausageUS$7.00

Kids Menu

Mac & CheeseUS$10.00
Grilled Chicken & FriesUS$14.00
Steak FritesUS$24.00
Pancake with BerriesUS$10.00
Chocolate Chip Cookie & MilkUS$7.00
Banana Breakfast SmoothieUS$7.00
banana, greek-style yogurt, almond milk, honey

What 1,385 people are saying

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

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JandJ
Austin
44 reviews
vip
5.0
44 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We booked for 7:00pm dinner, but arrived early enough to take advantage of the daily happy hour specials. Half-price drinks and $1 raw oysters were a great start! We were happy to find that our waiter for happy hour continued to be our dinner server, and he was great! I had the Branzino special with Beurre Blanc, and it was the highlight of the evening. Our table shared Foie Gras, Escargot, Cheese Puffs, and Shrimp Ceviche. Delicious, all of it! We look forward to another visit when next in Houston
ME
MarianneE
Houston
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience4
The environment is charming and the service just fine. But the food was disappointing and very expensive. We did appreciate the complimentary appetizer.
HK
HienKeith
Houston
59 reviews
vip
5.0
59 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious! Service was a bit slow while It wasn’t really busy.
L
Lizzy
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great restaurant, our server, I think his name was Israel, was awesome. The food was outstanding, in taste, presentation and time to the table. The service from all including the hostess was outstanding.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was great. The valet was super polite and the staff inside was very accommodating. My only gripe was the table behind us had a loud mouth. Seemed like she just wanted everyone to hear her. Other than that we enjoyed ourselves.
M
Meansnoopy
Houston
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
We asked the hostess for a quiet table for the two of us. They first recommended the courtyard but there was a wailing baby at the next table so we asked for different table. The hostess asked us to wait at the bar while they clear up a table for us. We were there for 15-20 minutes (and the bartender never offered us anything while we waited). The hostess must have forgotten about us and after seeing several more couple being seated, we approached her again and were finally given a table 5 minutes later. Once we sat down, the service was very good - friendly and prompt. Foods and drinks are excellent as usual. We've been at Maison Pucha Bistro many times and it has always been good so we chalked up this experience as a one-off.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall2food2service1ambience2
Mother’s Day. The restaurant wasn’t very busy at 4:30, but service was slow and bad. Won’t be going back.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New Orleans
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall1food1service3ambience2
Mother’s Day dinner
S
Sammuel
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall2food3service3ambience3
I reserved a table for Mother's Day brunch (Sunday). On Saturday night at 10pm I received a phone call from the restaurant telling me in a very rude and impolite manner that my table will be reserved for only 5 minutes. If will be late for more than 5 minutes, I will lose my table!!!! Well, you lost me as a customer. I will never come back!!!
NJ
NJSC
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall1food3service1ambience1
Poor quality service. My wife and I were extremely disappointed with the quality of service for what it was supposed to be an upscale restaurant and experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Overall great experience. Hadn’t been in a while and the menu was killer. Server was attentive and helpful. When we had a question about the wine he did not hesitate to bring in someone with more knowledge. We all left happy and full. Definitely going back.
HN
HoustonNative53
Houston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Maison Picha Bistró. We try new foods or order the fabulous branzino which never disappoints us. Always finishing with a fabulous soufflé dessert. Put this restaurant on your list!
E
Eyrigo
Houston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 6 May 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Good place, excellent food French w a South American touch, the red snapper was excellent
KB
KatB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 5 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My daughter used to work with the chef at Table. His food never disappoints. We had the onion soup, ceviche, salmon, duck, and profiteroles. All were absolutely delicious! Ambiance was beautiful. We will be returning.
VK
VKKHYN
Houston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 1 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
It was the perfect timing before the restaurant got really busy. My whole family was seated upon arrival. All the recommendations by our server were outstanding - Seafood Tower & Desserts. Love the French/Ecuadorian influences! I would come back again!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on 30 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious foods, beautiful presentations, courteous staffs created a wonderful the dining experience
TW
TedW
Houston
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 30 April 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
food was outstanding as usual - love the salmon, shrimp ceviche and baked alaska
JA
JaneAusten
Houston
78 reviews
vip
4.0
78 reviews
Dined on 24 April 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Dining after a play with friends… service was excellent and the food was very good.
HF
HoustonFoodie
San Francisco
26 reviews
vip
4.0
26 reviews
Dined on 17 April 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
The food we had was good this trip but the menu a little limited for Easter. The service was pretty slow today maybe because of the holiday. The patio was super hot… Only a couple tables with umbrellas but then again it’s early in the season and was cloudy earlier. I love coming here and will come again… Just want them to stay on it.
f
foodie12
Houston
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on 17 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service
OT
OpenTable Diner
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and service! My family loves this place.
C
Cami
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went here for Easter brunch and the food was so good! We did their 4 course menu for Easter and everything was delicious! I would say the only downside was service was a little slow and kind of scattered at times, so our courses didn’t come out in regular intervals. There was times we were waiting and then would get 2 courses almost on top of each other. I had the risotto ball, deviled eggs, duck confit, and floating island for dessert. It was all so delicious, and I really want to come back and try their normal dinner. The ambiance felt like I was in a Hallmark movie, which is super cute.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on 17 April 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
Nice place but certainly overpriced compared to many restaurants in Houston of the same or better quality
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 15 April 2022
overall2food3service2ambience3
Service was not on par for the prices they charge for dinner entrees. Water glasses were touched with lip of water pitcher when pouring, an employee didn’t hold the door open for someone in our party, and it took over 30 minutes for us to order a bottle of wine. Maybe they are short-staffed but there are items that need cleaning up if they’re going to get people back for the amount of money they are charging for a meal. The heights is a competitive market and there are a number of nice places with better service and cheaper checks.
A
Ahzen
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 April 2022
overall5food5service3ambience4
Seafood ceviche, tuna tartare were outstanding. Wagyu Beef empanadas were excellent
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I don’t know where to begin with our amazing experiences we’ve had here. I wish I could give them more than five starts!!! We found out about this hidden gem about a month ago & has turned into our favorite restaurant (& we’ve been to plenty restaurants in Houston). Let me start with the interior: Very elegant with a touch of rustic, very clean, and beautiful decor also patio is very nice with greenery and lights which is great for the nice weather days coming. Drinks: The cocktails are very refreshing & perfectly balanced. They also have a variety of wine. Over the moon is my favorite & my husband’s is the Caipirinha. Appetizers: Oh my goodness their ceviche is so delicious just thinking about it is making my mouth water. The petite oyster are so fresh & are topped with a house-made cocktail sauce that makes you feel like your next to the beach when eating them. Presentation: Every dish is garnished so beautifully. I am so impressed with the little details, seems like every dish is made with love. I kinda feel bad eating it because they are so beautiful haha. Main Entrees: Their food is so fresh you can definitely taste the difference! We have tried the Branzino, the lamb chops, filet mignon, & Tomahawk. Everything cooked perfectly & seasoned just right. I don’t know what magic the chefs do in kitchen but every bite makes you feel like you’re in heaven! Chef kisses for them because wowwww, They have talent! Desserts: Pastry Chef does so good at explaining each pastry. I don’t remember the names of the desserts :( but we we have tried a few & they are so yummy! Sweet level is perfect not overpowering sweet but still gives you that sweet satisfaction you need at the end. Service: We got the pleasure to meet Chef Emmanuel & Juan. They are so passionate about what they do & I feel like that’s why EVERYTHING is so freaking delicious. Server Audiel is very knowledgeable with the menu & gives great recommendations!
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Dlmdlm11
New Orleans
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was welcoming and excellent. Food was perfection. Will return when in the area.
V
veroniqueV
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love Maison Pucha. Everytime we have something to celebrate, this is our to-go place. The food is amazing, from starters to desserts...with a special craving for the chocolate souffle!
E
Eclectic8
Houston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 6 April 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
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OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Natasha is an awesome waitress!!! Took great care of us.
LB
LBHouston
Las Vegas
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on 2 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good service and great food. Loved eating outside under the lights.
SL
ShandaL
Houston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 2 April 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
My only complaint is that I booked a later reservation not knowing that the kitchen closed within 30 mins of our arrival. May have had a better experience if we hadn’t felt so rushed. This is the place I picked for my birthday dinner and I feel like it wasn’t enjoyable because a lot of the things I wanted to try weren’t available due to the kitchen closing. Our waiter did not tell us this upon arrival we were told 10 mins before it closed and had to just pick something as he hovered over us so he could put the order in.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cancun
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 2 April 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the place and the people! Definitely I will go back.
FG
FloydG
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 29 March 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
Food was exceptional. Fish ceviche was like nothing I ever had before; familiar yet so unique and OMG flavorful. The ceviche portion was on light side for >$22 but the quality was outstanding - definitely a quality over quantity situation. That said, I would certainly do it again. We also had a seasonal goat cheese and beet salad which was outstanding. This place is pricey, let's just get that out of the way, but the limited happy hour menu is a great way to get your feet wet so to speak and the dining room is a lot less crowded. The waiter was presumptuous and a bit pushy times (as if to suggest we weren't ordering / spending enough). Overall and as the evening (order) progressed, he did provide good service, as we wound up spending $120 before tip for my date and I - at happy hour mind you... All in all, it was a good experience as I don't take offense to situations like that. My gf and I are really easy going but I can totally see someone making an issue of the waiter's unprofessionalism. My assumption is that the waiter was having an off night and that his unnecessary behavior is not a reflection of the restaurant but that's an assumption .
GG
GiGi
San Francisco
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 26 March 2022
overall3food3service3ambience3
Overpriced with okay, but not great food or service. The desserts were especially disappointing. My friend asked for pepper and was brought little salt and pepper shakers. He then asked if he could have fresh pepper and was given a pepper grinder and told to do it himself. At $100+ per person, it's not what one expects in terms of service.
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nancyc
Houston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 26 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
So nice there. Food was fantastic and wait staff was great.
C
Clarise
Anchorage
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on 26 March 2022
overall4food5service5ambience4
All good great quality food
B
Brubel
Los Angeles
56 reviews
vip
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on 26 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I, visiting from out of town, came here for Saturday brunch. First of all, the space is great, especially inside. The meal was excellent. It's a sort of French/South American fusion and very well prepared. Service was first rate. It was not crowded when we were there, so who knows what a busy night would be like, but I imagine it would be very, very good. They certainly have the space. I had trout almondine, a common dish, but never so good as this. Very fresh. No complaints, just high recommendations to give it a try.
CH
CHRISL
Houston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 25 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
it was a Friday lunch and we enjoyed it very much....had the fish ceviche and sea bass both delicious. My husband had oysters and escargot, which he also enjoyed. Alberto, our waiter, was very nice. My Aperol Spritz perfect (hard to find). We also enjoyed the design and music. We shall return and certainly can recommend Maison Pucha.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Cincinnati
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 March 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The restaurant did an amazing job accommodating our large group, and the service was spectacular. Every person in our group of 22 was raving about the amazing food and the inventive drinks. Highly recommend.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided

Protective equipment
- Waiting staff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Maison Pucha Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 637-4976.

Maison Pucha Bistro is rated 4.5 stars by 1385 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

22 May 2022

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19:00

Booked 27 times today

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Takeaway

(713) 637-4976

1001 Studewood St Houston, TX 77008

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
10th Street
Area
Heights / Washington
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 11:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:00 Sun 11:00–20:00
Cuisines
French, French American, Ecuadorian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress Code
Business Casual
Parking Details
Parking available behind the restaurant.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive Chef
Manuel Pucha
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.maisonpucha.com/
Phone number
(713) 637-4976

Maison Pucha Bistro

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Fish Ceviche

Steak Tartare

Onion Soup

Dinner

Amuse-Bouche

Gougères

Fresh Oysters

Apéritifs Froids

GazpachoUS$12.00

Beet & Goat Cheese SaladUS$15.00

Maison's Wedge SaladUS$14.00

Avocado Cucumber SaladUS$15.00

Apéririfs Chauds

Beef EmpanadasUS$14.00

Foie GrasUS$26.00

Onion SoupUS$13.00

Ceviches

Ecuadorian Shrimp CevicheUS$16.00

Fish Ceviche*US$22.00

Octopus CevicheUS$21.00

Maisons Ceviche Trio*US$52.00

Shareable

Steak TartareUS$23.00

Cheese & CharcuterieUS$29.00

Baked BrieUS$24.00

La Mer

Trout AlmondineUS$34.00

Catch of the Day

Scottish SalmonUS$33.00

L'Air

Coq Au VinUS$30.00

Duck a l'OranceUS$32.00

Chicken PaillardUS$27.00

La Terre

Steak FritesUS$38.00

Filet MignonUS$49.00

Sides

AsparagusUS$10.00

Potato PureeUS$8.00

Maison FriesUS$7.00

Brussel SproutsUS$7.00

Asparagus RisottoUS$10.00

Lunch

Amuse-Bouche

Gougères

1/2 Dozen Gulf Coast Oysters*US$18.00

1/2 Dozen East Coast Oysters*US$21.00

Apéritifs Froids

GazpachoUS$10.00

Avocado Cucumber SaladUS$13.00

Maison's Wedge SaladUS$13.00

Beet & Coat Cheese SaladUS$13.00

Apéritifs Chauds

Beef EmpanadasUS$13.00

Onion SoupUS$12.00

Ceviches

Ecuadorian Shrimp CevicheUS$16.00

Fish Ceviche*US$22.00

Octopus CevicheUS$21.00

Maisons Ceviche Trio*

Sharable

Baked BrieUS$22.00

1/2 Dozen Baked Gulf Coast OystersUS$21.00

1/2 Dozen Baked East Coast OystersUS$24.00

Cheese & Charcuterie

La Mer

Trout AlmondineUS$32.00

CorvinaUS$30.00

Moules FritesUS$25.00

Scottish SalmonUS$30.00

L'Air

Chicken PaillardUS$25.00