BCN Taste & Tradition

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   Laura

   Los Angeles

   7 reviews

   4.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We went for the NYE 6 course menu which started w a slice of cold naked bread and some salami slivers. A little decanter of olive oil and sea salt flakes accompanied it. At this point I was already apprehensive. There was no amuse bouche to start with and I think that automatically deducts points imo. I felt that 2 maybe 3 of the 6 courses offered were really up to Michelin star standards in taste and presentation. Those were courses 1 and 3, and maybe 6. 3 of them really lacked in presentation. Those were courses 2, 4 and 5. Of those 3 that lacked in presentation, 1 still held its own in taste and that was 4, but I felt the serving size for it was much too small and should have been at least double or even triple what was served. I’m very ok with small bites but that one was much too small. Courses 2 and 5 were boring to be completely honest. They were well prepared in the cooking, but I found them very lacking in imagination. The last course was a dessert of 3 items, 1 of which was absolutely melt in your mouth delicious (the phillo) 1 was very surprising in a good way (the tart) and 1 was decent in taste and very appealing in look (the bonbon) That dish was very pretty in appearance and I’d say it mostly passed. Overall, I’d have to say for the price and taste, I’d likely not come back again, or really rave about it to anyone. I might just be too picky when it comes to what I think is worthy of a Michelin star but if I’m paying so much more, then I want to be wowed with every bite and I want every dish to be a work of art. I want to annoy all my friends with how much I go on about how great it was. It definitely is above the mark for restaurants in Texas, but I don’t think that’s saying much. I will say the service was very friendly and prompt. No issues there. Ambiance is neutral. Valet parking is available, but I didn’t see a parking lot. Anyway, it was ok. Nothing was bad, just not super great either.
   

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   Beth

   VIP

   Houston

   19 reviews

   3.0

   19 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   BCN was not on their game last night. We had our family in town for a special night of celebration and it was not up to standard. Our waiter was difficult to understand and the food was very mediocre. In addition, we had a crying baby at the table next to us and no one seemed to care that it was disturbing the entire area. BCN is too expensive to have such a disappointing evening.
   

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   Silvia

   VIP

   Las Vegas

   38 reviews

   5.0

   38 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I been a BCN regular over the years. And is the best. I love to sit at the bar and enjoy great food with one of the best gin and tonics in town.
   

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   Logan

   VIP

   Houston

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 24 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Exceptional as always! I have been dining here since they opened and each time it is always consistent and high quality.
   

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   Hien

   VIP

   Houston

   89 reviews

   5.0

   89 reviews

   Dined on 24 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Congrats on your Michelin star accomplishment!!! Well deserved! We had a wonderful time dining at BCN with such exceptional service of Mr. Mario! Thank you for making our holidays so much fun and memorable!
   

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   Leigh

   Houston

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 24 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent dining experience. Perfect for a date night or celebration!
   

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   Roberto

   Houston

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 21 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The best experience ever. A Beautiful restaurant with an exceptional food and drink. Great staff and excellent service.
   

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   Larry

   Houston

   17 reviews

   5.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on 21 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was great. Good service, great food and wine. Super ambiance!
   

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   Irsan

   Houston

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 21 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   The food, wind, dessert were outstanding for sure. The seating we got and just the entire location is terrible to us for a Michelin 1-star restaurant. It was tight, and we were very close to other patrons. Just to get into the valet line, for a first timer like us was like.....around and behind another building, or car service place, or a club or something. Anyway, it was tucked behind and it wasn't very clear where it was. If we were to return there next time, then it would be easier since now we know. Anyway, I think it is time for it to relocate to a much better location. Food and service, once we sat down was definitely wonderful. There is no question about its quality.
   

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    Curtis

    VIP

    Houston

    41 reviews

    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    One of our favorites in Houston. We went for our anniversary and everything was fabulous. Can't wait to go back!
    

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