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Private Dining: Semi Private Sun Room - Arnaldo Richards' Picos, Houston, TX

Arnaldo Richards' Picos

4.8
4.8
1284 Reviews
$31 to $50
Regional Mexican

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for creative cocktails
Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine in a warm, lively atmosphere that will transport you to the finest restaurants in Mexico. Since its inception in 1984, Arnaldo Richards' Picos has been recognized as one of Houston's premier award-winning Mexican restaurants. Executive Chef/Owner Arnaldo Richards skillfully blends his contemporary culinary concepts with traditional Mexican cooking techniques, while remaining faithful to the deeply rooted and authentic flavors of the seven regions of Mexican cuisine. Picos is the perfect place for friends, family, business associates and private parties to enjoy a remarkable dining experience and extraordinary drinks. Takeout & Catering are also available.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional Mexican, Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 09:00–15:00 Brunch Sun 10:30–15:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 17:00–20:00
  • Phone number
    (832) 831-9940
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Arnaldo Richards
  • Catering
    With over 35 years of catering experience, Pico’s Catering can help you plan the perfect party. We cater Mexican buffet fiestas, seated dinners, corporate luncheons, graduation parties, holiday parties, weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, and all your special events. Regardless of the number of guests, we have a menu that fits your needs. In addition to our regional Mexican cuisine, we also offer several different styles of cuisine. Contact our party consultant to assist you in designing the perfect menu for your event. Call us today for any catering inquiry at (713)662-8383 ! or (832)831-9940. Want to contact us via email? info@picos.net or catering@picos.net
  • Area
    Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
  • Cross Street
    Richmond Avenue
  • Parking details
    During this time, and until we go back to 100% capacity we will continue with no valet service. We are eager to be back to normal as much as everyone else. Please know with small changes like this right now, we are able to sustain the future of our community to have to ability to still live their lives as safe as possible. This is our promise.
  • Public transit
    Metro offers two bus stops exactly on our corner of Kirby Drive and Richmond Avenue - Stop Numbers 5549 and 5565.
  • Entertainment
    Come join us for live music seven nights a week and during our Sunday Brunch Buffet! Our traditional Mexican musicians have been entertaining our guests for more than 30 years.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,284 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Arnaldo Richards' Picos is a Houston gem, celebrated for its "amazing flavorful food" and "outstanding service." The restaurant offers a diverse menu, including "excellent margaritas" and a popular Sunday brunch buffet. Despite occasional noise, Picos' vibrant atmosphere and exceptional Mexican cuisine make it a top choice for families and special occasions.

1,284 Reviews
  1. NANCY D

    VIP

    Houston

    53 reviews

    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorites. Guacamole is the best in town & the margaritas are fabulous. Over the years, we’ve sampled just about everything on the menu & it’s all delicious. Be sure to save room for dessert—we recommend the flan.

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  2. Aimee

    VIP

    Houston

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The service is always impeccable! Great food and experience.

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  3. Leigh

    VIP

    Houston

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service is spectacular! Food is quite possibly some of the best Mexican food in the city. Margaritas are made fresh and not from some mix. They are on point!

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  4. Charles

    San Francisco

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pico’s was famed restauranteur and my friend Lee Ellis’ favorite Mexican food and it was a place I always intended to try but never did. After Lee passed I made it a priority and it was well worth the high praise he gave it. They serve breakfast all day (just ask for breakfast menu) and offer both valet and self parking. Immaculately clean. Friendly attentive staff. I hate I slept on this place for so long. It’s all around great.

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  5. Herbert

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Grandioses mexikanisches Essen! Super lecker und tolles nettes Service!!

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  6. Nancy

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great. The Perfect Margarita IS perfect.

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  7. Keith

    VIP

    Houston

    40 reviews

    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, drinks and service. Always enjoy eating at Pico's.

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  8. Greg

    VIP

    Houston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The frozen top shelf margarita is fabulous. Best in Houston! Chili con queso is superb!

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  9. Katherine

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and ambiance and the lovely manager comes by your table to make sure all is well! And the owner is there ! Bravo!

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  10. Bethanie

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful for an 18th birthday party. Expect high prices.

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FAQs

Arnaldo Richards' Picos offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (832) 831-9940.

Arnaldo Richards' Picos is rated 4.8 stars by 1284 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Arnaldo Richards' Picos

3601 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77098

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Richmond Avenue
  • Area
    Upper Kirby / Shepherd Corridor
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 09:00–15:00 Brunch Sun 10:30–15:00 Lunch Daily 11:00–17:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00 Sun 17:00–20:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Regional Mexican, Mexican, Mexican / Southwestern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    During this time, and until we go back to 100% capacity we will continue with no valet service. We are eager to be back to normal as much as everyone else. Please know with small changes like this right now, we are able to sustain the future of our community to have to ability to still live their lives as safe as possible. This is our promise.
  • Public transit
    Metro offers two bus stops exactly on our corner of Kirby Drive and Richmond Avenue - Stop Numbers 5549 and 5565.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Arnaldo Richards
  • Entertainment
    Come join us for live music seven nights a week and during our Sunday Brunch Buffet! Our traditional Mexican musicians have been entertaining our guests for more than 30 years.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (832) 831-9940
  • Catering
    With over 35 years of catering experience, Pico’s Catering can help you plan the perfect party. We cater Mexican buffet fiestas, seated dinners, corporate luncheons, graduation parties, holiday parties, weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, and all your special events. Regardless of the number of guests, we have a menu that fits your needs. In addition to our regional Mexican cuisine, we also offer several different styles of cuisine. Contact our party consultant to assist you in designing the perfect menu for your event. Call us today for any catering inquiry at (713)662-8383 ! or (832)831-9940. Want to contact us via email? info@picos.net or catering@picos.net
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