The Nicolett

Review №1

Rating: 1

We literally sat for 20 minutes after being seated and didn t receive any service, let alone a greeting of any kind. I actually got up, went to the manager and asked if we did something wrong because it felt like we were being purposefully ignored. Finally, we received service from a waitress that wasn t very happy about doing it. Ultimately, the food was pretentious and really just not very good. My lamb was literally fat, and more fat. Given the exorbitant cost and poor service for okay food if not worse than that, I d recommend you choose another fine dining location in Lubbock.

Date: a month ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

My wife and I came here for our third year anniversary and it was the most fun that we have had in a very long time. The waitress was very sweet and accommodating to us and the food was absolutely amazing. Thank yall so much for having us for this experience.

Date: a month ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

Staff was wonderful the first time. The second time, the waitress treated us like an inconvenience. Plan to sit at the bar if we go back. We loved the chef s tasting menu. The salad was particularly delicious. Pasta s fantastic.

Date: a month ago

Review №4

Rating: 5

Found Nicoletts for our 28th anniversary....what a wonderful find! We are from Houston, but have children in Lubbock and are in the area regularly. This time happened to coincide with our anniversary, and when another reservation fell through we were able to get into Nicoletts, and we couldnt have been happier! Our waitress was wonderful, just perfect in outlining the courses/recommendations/etc. We had appetizers, full courses, the works. Everything we had was wonderful! Not a bad course one, and one had me overwhelmed with call backs to my grandmothers French cooking....wow. My wife even took notes for next time! Compliments to the chef/owner (whom we met), the staff, and the kitchen....and thank you for making our anniversary memorable! We will be back for a Fall birthday....cant wait!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Fine dining in Lubbock! Excellent food and service, dont be mistaken by the relatively small portions they will add up!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №7

Rating: 3

I found this restaurant grossly over-priced for the quality and quantity of the food served. The menu was very limited with no vegetable items on the menu. The only fine dining item on the menu was ribeye steak and it was only offered as steak for two at more than double the price I would have paid at most steak houses for a better cut of meat. The food preparation was good, but well short of excellent. There wss no steak sauce of any kind available to be served with the meal. This restaurant has a lot of work to do in terms of pricing, quality and quantity of food, and menu selections. I will not be dining there again.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №8

Rating: 5

What a phenomenal dining experience. This will be a destination for us anytime we are in Lubbock.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

The food was really great! Definitely dont decline the bread! Not too crowdy and not too noisy so 8 of us could mostly hear each other even from opposite sides of the table. Food : 5/5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

Kaitlyn was a fantastic waitress. She gave us her recommendations on the courses, and the fry bread was unlike anything I ve ever had. The charcuterie tray (with duck pastrami) and homemade crackers were an experience in and of themselves. Such a beautiful dining experience we had tonight. We will be back soon. Worth every single penny and more. Amazing chef. Amazing atmosphere. Such a treasure for the Lubbock community.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

One of my favorite restaurants ever. Period. The ribeye is a must.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Patio was very nice. Food was great. Expensive but good for a special occasion.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №14

Rating: 3

This was the second time my girlfriend and I came for the Valentines tasting menu and we were really looking forward to it since last years blew us away. This year was unfortunately a bit disappointing for a couple of reasons: portion sizes this time around felt awkward, certain items we wanted more of and some less; I also had paid online for the caviar portion and our plates were given to another table due to some error. After asking, we received ours before the dessert and the yucca had already gone stale at that point. The waitress was very apologetic for the mistake but we werent offered any compensation. The steaks were very salty and the done-ness was varied; I had switched our dishes because mine was on the medium side and the other was borderline blue. I hope to come back soon because I do really enjoy chef Finns creations and ideas but we walked away from this event very underwhelmed by the execution.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Great food. Chef was great with an awesome tastings menu. I was impressed with Chef Walter s creativity and balanced approach for each dish. Top marks!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 3

We went for our anniversary at the end of the year. Although I consider myself an adventurous eater, I confess that I was unfamiliar with many of the items on the menu. Let me break it down The service itself was amazing. Its done in courses, so the serving staff will take your order all at once, and then bring each dish as its ready, removing/replacing cutlery as needed. The atmosphere was amazing. Its beautifully decorated in a very warm and inviting atmosphere. The food, however, is a different story. Everything that they brought us was TINY, not enough for one person, especially for the price. The flanken-ribs were cold and congealed. Anything with lavender was overpowered by the herb. I would like to commend the Agnolotti in a cream sauce with mimolette cheese. It was delicious, but I would like to have had more and preferred it to be warm instead of tepid. The financier in black-ash sugar for dessert was the best thing about the meal. I admit these are things I might should have said at the time, but we were only one of 3 couples in the restaurant at the time. I was embarrassed and thought that perhaps my husband and I are not bougie enough to appreciate the food. But honestly, it was just bad. I had a great time, but not a great meal.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Great place with fabulous food and excellent service!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

This place is fantastic! Romantic! Peaceful. Relaxing! Excellent food and service!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Update, December 2023: Still incredible. We had time for dessert at the end, and it was just as delicious as the other courses. Highly recommend the caramelized brioche (photos posted separately from review). ----- Original review, December 2022: We stopped in here before a 7:30 show at Buddy Holly Hall. 5:15 was a perfect arrival time to make it to the show comfortably. Our server, David, made sure to keep our plans in mind. The Nicolett serves 3-course meals with various choices for each courses, with the option to skip one or more courses. We had all three courses, bread service beforehand, plus cocktails. The waitstaff took excellent care of us during our visit. David was awesome (as were the rest of the staff) and the food was delicious and high-quality. This place is defintiely in my top 3 (maybe 1 or 2?) or so favorite restaurants in Lubbock.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Dining at The Nicolett was such a treat from start to finish. The food was truly indescribable and every course blew us away. Yes, the portions are small, but by the end of the meal I left very full and satisfied. I wish I could describe the flavors but I had never experienced any of them before. And thank you to our waiter, Colt, for going above and beyond to accommodate us!

Date: 9 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Hands down my favorite restaurant in Lubbock

Date: 9 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

We enjoyed an exceptional meal in this restaurant. Fantastic flavours packed in to creative food, superb decor and great service; surely not long until a Michelin star arrives ? Highly recommended ! Food

Date: 10 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

You cannot go wrong eating here! Its so nice to have high-end options like this in West Texas! This is such a special experience every single time we visit and I tell everyone who is looking for that top-notch high-end experience about them!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

This restaurant can run with the best hype spots in Miami or nyc. The reason for some Of the one star reviews is local culture. This is a tasting menu based restaurant . High end , creative dishes . These people must have had different expectations or on a fast food budget because we had an extraordinary experience and were so surprised after driving through the city itself . Family owned, American . If we are ever in Lubbock again we will return.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 1

Date: 11 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

Absolutely stunning property and restaurant! Our server, Colt was a 10! Our group of 4 had an amazing evening dining at The Nicolett. I highly recommend!

Date: a year ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

This was a delightful dining experience! Everything was superb including our service from Colt who was knowledgeable and fun. The greenhouse made for the perfect rustic setting for all the scrumptious food we dined on. So impressed!

Date: a year ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

This is such a gorgeous restaurant! The food was AMAZING! You can really tell that each dish is specially and carefully made and the service here was great. The waiters/waitresses make sure to explain each dish and make sure that each guest is taken care of! HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone visiting Lubbock! Definitely such a wonderful place to go! I believe that during the week they host wine/food tastings and they change the menu often so when you go back you can always try something different!

Date: a year ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

Very elegant!

Date: a year ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Chef Finn Walter is doing great things . Thank you Abby is an excellent server. Knows her stuff Food : 5/5 |

Date: a year ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

I have been to over 50 plus countries and major cities... this prob top 10 restaurant, wordwide.

Date: a year ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №37

Rating: 4

We went to the Nicolette for our Anniversary celebration last night. I have never written a review before but it was very frustrating when we arrived for our 5:00 reservation & barely got our order placed, another very nice couple came in for dinner. The restaurant was completely empty & the hostess sat the other couple right next to us, not even three feet away from our table. Either of us could not even have a private conversation without the other hearing & I remind you the entire restaurant was empty with many other table options. I just do not understand the reason the hostess did this, we didn t even share the same server, so couldn t have been for their convenience. It really frustrated us, what would the reasoning be? I m sure the other couple felt just as invaded. It felt like cafeteria style seating. The food & service was awesome & like no other we have had in Lubbock.

Date: a year ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

The Best. Culinary creativity at its best. Everything about this restaurant is top notch. What chef and his team have done is truly something special. Interesting creations that speak to the region. The service was great, hospitality and care was taken to make it a special experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №39

Rating: 2

Decided to splurge on our anniversary. First time dining. The staff and our waiter were great, but the food was really disappointing. I know the menu alternates and changes so maybe we just got dealt a bad card. Our drinks and bread were the only things we really enjoyed. The ribs were bland, the southwest gumbo was bland, the lamb neck was okay but the whole meal wasn t worth $200 + $50 tip because the service was good even though the food wasn t. Not to mention made both of our stomachs upset when we got home and I ended up taking tums at 3am trying not to be sick. I usually don t write reviews but I felt this needed to be addressed some way. Our first and probably last time here.

Date: a year ago

Review №40

Rating: 2

Ok so really wanted to love this place - came highly recommended - 1 night in Lubbock from ATX Complete fail Service and timing from the kitchen was horrible And nobody was even in there - 2 tables We had a teenager with us and the menu was as rigid as an old grandma - plain pasta ? Geez not hard Lighten up y all - serve your audience - it s freaking Lubbock ok So disappointed - I m a streak connoisseur I asked for medium. For my daughter - we will try WTH - try - I m the dude spending $400 Rare and blue - after 45 mins wait between 2nd and final course Get over yourselves- James B or not Not a fan ! Snotty Sorry not sorry

Date: a year ago

Review №41

Rating: 2

Wonderful idea that fails to deliver. When I pay for an experience I expect a return for my time and money

Date: a year ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

This is one of the best meals I have had in Texas, and I am a native Texan living in NYC! It is a beautifully crafted menu and the staff goes above and beyond to create an inviting and warm atmosphere that pairs perfectly with the menu. Thank you to the chef, the staff and to our server David for the unforgettable night. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough!!

Date: a year ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

I rarely write a review but I must to since this place really exceeded my expectations. My husband and I just moved to Lubbock a year ago and had a struggle finding decent restaurants. We are from big city and always looking for a place for date-nights. We have been to a few places in town but nothing impressed us. But with this place, almost every dish that we ordered really amazed us. There s nothing pretentious about this restaurant at all. The chef serves local ingredients in innovative ways, while maintaining the west Texas identity. To elaborate that, we got to try pickled cactus while listening to country music and our servers were in jeans and bolo tie. This is unlike the fine dining you d find elsewhere cause it got it s own essence 5 stars for service, innovation and self-identity.

Date: a year ago

Review №44

Rating: 3

Fantastic service & atmosphere. Nice waiter. Wonderful chocolate elixir desert. The kale salad this time wasn t tasty; the rectangular-shaped mold presentation on the dark plate made me lose my appetite and the radish was watery & not crisp; the radish didn t have a lot of flavor either - bland. The pasta w saffron and garlic dish gave me an upset stomach - simple carbs and at least 1/3 of the dish was butter. Even though the portions were tiny, I didn t want to continue eating. I was disappointed w the food this time. Went last weekend.

Date: a year ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №46

Rating: 1

If you have any issue with the food/service the owner is so full of themselves that they simply can t accept it. Terrible service for what this place is supposed to be. These people should not be in the restaurant business. If you want good food and quality service your money will be much better spent at somewhere like double nickel. These people are a joke and need to get into a different business. Very disappointing.

Date: a year ago

Review №47

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №49

Rating: 2

Overall this was a very underwhelming experience. This was our second time here, and both times we were very disappointed. As with some of the reviews, the food was mediocre (at best), and certainly not worth the price. For this price, you expect great execution, and many of the dished we had were just poorly executed. Lack of seasoning, or too much seasoning. We had a stuffed pepper that basically still had inedible skin remining on it. We will not be back, and we would not recommend. If you are looking for a nice upscale dinner in Lubbock, I would look elsewhere

Date: a year ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Top notch. Exquisite. The decor, staff, menu, execution, service, everything is best in class in Lubbock. Not only does it have a unique menu of offerings locally sourced, they are all executed to the highest standards. Nowhere else in town elevates their work to such a level. Id call it art. Take two hours of your life and have an experience there. It is worth every minute and every dollar. Updated review: Every bit as awesome as always!

Date: a year ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

I enjoy this place quite a lot. As a person who doesn t drink alcohol, I appreciate the spirit free options on their menu. All quite tasty! I highly recommend this place to all my other friends who also do not drink alcohol. The food options may seem quite small but I typically do a sort of appetizer, which everyone must try the fry bread I believe it is really quite delicious. I will then do a main course and a dessert. I can appreciate the chefs dedication to bringing a different kind of flavor to west Texas. I enjoy trying the different little amuse-bouche, even if the flavor to me isn t quite agreeable. At least I tried something new. Either way, this is a must try if you re in Lubbock. Sitting in the greenhouse is also the best experience. Enjoy!

Date: a year ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

My wife and I enjoyed dinner here recently. Great food and excellent service. The time between dishes was slow, but perfect. Much more of an experience than just eating dinner. Highly recommend.

Date: a year ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Weve been looking forward to enjoying the Nicolett, and the experience did not disappoint. This hospitality destination manages to afford what larger cities support, and bring a level of class to Lubbock. The cuisine is indicative of Chef Finn Walter, a Lubbock native trained in Paris, Austin, Napa Valley, and Santa Fe, as the portions, ingredients, and sophistication is this menu may feel foreign to other natives. From one of many Lubbock locals who had also had the privilege of international travel, I can proudly recommend this incredible location to anyone, whether or not they are from larger cities or found Lubbock after living overseas. Order something for each course, enjoy the menu in an authentic and serene urban setting, and partake in the thoughtful beverage menu. Tell your friends, but not your one-star prone frenemies. Lets keep this party polite and give Chef Walter what he and his team so deeply deserve in the five star experience they provide.

Date: a year ago

Review №54

Rating: 2

If I am being completely honest the food, cocktails, and service are all a bit bleh. It is far too expensive to be so average. There are a lot of great local spots that are way friendlier and have better food that would be more worth your time.

Date: a year ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

The Nicolett keeps getting better. We visit the restaurant roughly every other month. When they first opened, there was always one course that would throw off the meal - typically something from the mains. Their breads, appetizers, grains, cocktails, and desserts have always been excellent. Lately, the chef has refined the mains as well. Our last several meals there have been phenomenal all-around. Looking forward to many more.

Date: a year ago

Review №56

Rating: 1

I dont really understand the hype. The short of it is that I spent $60 on a 3-hour long dining experience and left still hungry. Waitstaff interactions were... odd. The long of it is that we came here entertaining a business visitor (7 people total; $550 bill). I explained to the waitstaff early that we could not buy alcohol on a company card, but they kept pushing cocktails, and the first person to order a drink essentially had to keep guessing what was non-alcoholoic: can I get a lemonade? Can I get a juice? This happened three times before they finally said okay, what do you have? and a waiter broke down non-alcoholic options for us. It was just a strange exchange. They were also out of half their entrees, and given their short menu, that didnt exactly leave a lot of options. We were told initially that they were out of the beef cheek. We placed our order after about half an hour, but the waiter came back to tell us that they didnt have enough trout for each person that had ordered trout, so someone would have to chage their order. This struck me as odd because its not like the place was slammed, and we got there at 5:30. How were they out of anything by 6PM? They open at 5; there were three other tables sat by that time; we had reservations days in advance, so its not like our larger party was a surprise. I suppose the idea is that this was an experience rather than a meal, but the way the courses worked was never really explained to us (we were able to infer after the fact), and each of the three courses took 45-60 minutes. Given that no course contained more than about 4 oz of food, thats a lot of wait time in between. I feel especially duped that 2-3 oz of cod ended up costing $40 (no joke, it was about the size of a large sashimi). Yes, it was well prepared, but there was nothing about the preparation that justifies that price point. Its fortunate that this was a business dinner, and I didnt pay out of pocket for it! I also recognize that I shouldnt conflate quality with quantity. In a town like Lubbock, its nice to have that reminder: a good dinner experience does not necessarily mean mass quantities. At the same time, I should not spend three hours at a restaurant, drop 60 bucks, and drive home thinking Im looking forward to heating up my leftover Indian food from yesterday! I appreciate the fact that they use mostly local ingredients, and what they do they do well, but I would never recommend anyone go there for the reasons above.

Date: a year ago

Review №57

Rating: 1

Date: a year ago

Review №58

Rating: 1

Me and my bf both got food poisoning a while back after having dinner here

Date: a year ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

This place is a must visit. It s so cool to find something like this in Lubbock. Amazing locally sourced food and incredible drinks. The best way to experience is with a group of friends or family with shared plates but it s also amazing for a date night! Will be back asap.

Date: a year ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

This is a five star restaurant. We loved everything we got. Started off with Desert Salad and West Texas Crudités. Both excellent. Had Pozole and Rancho Gordo Heirloom Beans as second course. Again, both delightful and very well prepared. She had Quail Baked in Brioche. I had the Triple-seared Aged Prime Rib. There are some things of COVID-19 things I didn t like, but the food and experience was wonderful. Strongly recommend.

Date: a year ago

Review №61

Rating: 2

2nd Edit: 12/2022 We are sad to say we wont be returning. Nearly everything we ate had dropped in quality. Our pastas were served too cold, the meat had no flavor, the fry bread was more greasy than usual and the creme fresh served with our desert was curdled and sour. This place tries really hard, but they honestly cant compete with Rave On. Its just not worth it. The things they used to do well (bread, vegetables and desert) are now mediocre or inedible and the meat is just as bad as ever. The only thing they have going for them now is ambiance, and that just isnt worth the price and the terrible eating experience. I think the price and presentation force people to assume they are getting something sofisticated. They dont want to admit they just spent $250 on poor quality food. Mashed potatoes should not be gluey. Gluey bland potatoes is not fine dining. This place is for people who want to appear sofisticated, not for people who actually want well seasoned and enjoyable food. Edit: 02/2021 We went for Valentines day. They improved the meat quite a lot! The scallops were not fishy, and balanced the dish they were in very nicely. The ash rubbed filet (which we had last time and was tough, and compleatly covered in black truffles and caked in ash that over powered it) was much improved. The flavors were well balanced and the meat was so tender! The only thing we werent a fan of was the sourdough lasagna but that may come down to a personal preference thing. We will definitely continue to come back. Their menu is very adventurous but its an experience you wont forget! Original post: 3 stars We have been here a few times and I have mixed feelings about it. The ambience is fantastic, the waitstaff is attentive and wonderful. The bread, vegetables, and deserts are AMAZING! .... but every meat dish is underwhelming at best and inedible at worst. The seafood dishes are especially disgusting. They need a good meat guy. You cant cook meat that terrible in a place like Lubbock. We know good meat, and this is just not it.

Date: a year ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Wonderful service and the best food in town. Elk tartare was the best thing I ve ever eaten.

Date: a year ago

Review №63

Rating: 5

Dined in Vegetarian options: Several options with pastas and grains. Wheelchair accessibility: Wow! No one had to stand up from their dinner to let me by. The hostess. checked to make sure I had all I needed. Even the bathroom was very handicapped friendly.

Date: a year ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

This place was great! 100% will be back!

Date: a year ago

Review №65

Rating: 1

Yikes. I was excited to try something new but was sorely disappointed: the service was poor, the food was mediocre (at best). The entree was absolutely awful. Presentation lacked imagination. The knives that were placed on our table for the entree wouldn t even cut through my okra. My husband and I spent $240 to dine here and I would have rather spent $20 at Whataburger - at least I would have left full.

Date: a year ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Outstanding compilation of unique dishes. Thoughtfully placed fresh ingredients. Exceptional in a land of chains and same sameness. Staff was friendly yet professional and knowledgeable.

Date: a year ago

Review №67

Rating: 4

Our kids bought us the chefs dinner last night for our 40th anniversary. First of all the food was very good and so was the service. But we never received the pasta dish or the bread that was on our menu. Plus our chicken could have been a little more done. When we cut into it it was too pinkjust couldnt eat it. We will give another try.

Date: a year ago

Review №68

Rating: 3

Service was great, and the locale is beautiful. But the food wasnt phenomenal compared to the price we paid for it. The wait times between courses were far too long, about 20min between plates. The food itself was okay, but both of our mains were cold by the time they reached us, and my partners roasted potatoes were visibly soggy. Good cocktails, good bread, unfortunately wouldnt return.

Date: a year ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Best fine dining and inventive menu in Lubbock and West Texas! If you ve never left Lubbock County and/or your favorite restaurants are Las Brisas, Funky Door, Table 82 or Dirk s, this restaurant will not be for you. Stick to your tried and true jaunts and plebeian palate.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

Wonderful experience. The quality of the Nicolett compares to anything in a bigger city like Dallas, etc.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

Our first time here and we were extremely impressed. The atmosphere is great, it is like you are out of town! The food was fantastic, the staff was amazing. We did brunch but we will definitely be back to do dinner!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №72

Rating: 1

food was very cold, over priced and disgusting. will never come back again

Date: 2 years ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

Had dinner here tonight for my husbands birthday. Sat on the patio, which was quiet, comfortable and well spaced for privacy. I see a review referring to the tiny portions. If youre looking for huge Texas-sized plates, there are plenty of other places for you to go in town. The Nicoletts dishes are of the highest quality, and each dish is comprised of thoughtful flavor combinations, meant to be savored and enjoyed slowly. If you do so, I promise you will be satiated at the end of the night without having to spend a fortune. On top of the menu being creative, the food was just down right fantastic. We found the prices in line with the quality of the food and care taken to prepare it. The wait staff is young but attentive and consummate professionals. Kid was our server and made the whole experience enjoyable. We will be back! Thank you!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №74

Rating: 3

Very good setting, excellent service. Good cocktails. Buckwheat rolls were a good start, but the rest of the menu, was pretty disappointing. Desert salad from kale was way too salty (good quality produce but completely ruined). Lamb was again too salty and boring. Curd desert could be interesting ( olive oil and matcha were delicious twist), if it was less sweet. I doubt we will be back. Sorry

Date: 2 years ago

Review №75

Rating: 2

We are international travelers and were passing through and excited to find this place. I m someone who appreciates reasonable portions. But the portions were a rip off for the price. I don t leave a restaurant hungry, I leave with leftovers. I left hungry. The wine prices for the options was also undesirable. The flavors were good. The service was inexperienced.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №76

Rating: 1

Date: 2 years ago

Review №77

Rating: 2

The ambiance and service were excellent. Quiet and pleasant for a date. The food really is not good. It s pricey and looks pretty, but doesn t taste great.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №78

Rating: 2

The staff was great and the ambiance of the restaurant is wonderful. I highly recommend the Fry Bread with honey butter, I simply cannot say enough good about it; Unfortunately the same cannot be said of the rest of the food. Everything I had was either bitter or very acidic. We enjoyed the experience but will not be back.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №79

Rating: 4

My son, daughter-in-law and I came here because I had received a gift certificate at Christmas last year. It was a great atmosphere and overall experience. There was quite a wait between courses, but it Hanne plenty of time to visit & for our food to settle. Be prepared to experience fine dining, friendly service and a bit of a pricey tab. This is a place I would go back for special occasions. Although Ive heard the Sunday brunch is really good, too!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

By far the best restaurant Ive eaten at in Lubbock. Nothing like this probably within 300 miles. Excellent service, cool environment and delicious, unique, thoughtful, quality food. Youll have a great time, please support them!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №81

Rating: 4

Great food, atmosphere and drinks but what is going on with the temperature? 82 degrees inside!!! They keep this place so uncomfortably hot, even waiters have always a drop of sweat on their forehead. Great place to eat drink otherwise but hope owners do something to keep a more comfortable environment inside.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №82

Rating: 5

The Nicolett is lead by Chef Finn Walter, James Beard Semifinalist for Best Chef: Texas. I would recommend coming on Thursday night for the 5-course chef tasting. If not, I d go with one of the homemade pastas or lamb dishes. Great restaurant that Lubbock has been needing. My server Colt and the hostesses Lauren were fantastic! Of the tasting, my favorite was the yucca stuffed pappardelle. Great ambience in this quaint restaurant. They also have a brunch on Sundays with some delicious bread. I m a fan, thanks Nicolett!!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №83

Rating: 2

So we have been to a lot of fine dining restaurants! But we are not snobs either. The sun choke amuse bouche had no salt and was bland.The wildflower salad had one taste of chèvre and way too much wildflowers and very little vinaigrette. Like eating grass! The foie gras was served with no bread and we had to order a serving of bread to go with it. Typically foie is served with a few slices of bread to offset the richness of the foie. The trout was served on a bunch of mint with nothing else! A very small portion of fish slightly over salted on a bed of MINT! I m not going to eat a pile of mint! How about a few fingerling potatoes or some other veg? The lamb was fatty. No value at all for the money! The food also took forever and we were one of the first tables seated with a 6 pm reservation. The restaurant was also quite warm. Our server was friendly. The ambiance was nice. Very disappointed to spend $273 before tip for 3 people. The ravioli and beef cheek were quite good. But seriously put a little something on the plate with the lamb and trout other than MINT.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №84

Rating: 3

We made reservations here for a graduation celebration. A professor of my graduate had recommended it as a nice place in Lubbock (since we are from Dallas and wanted some place nice to celebrate). The location was lovely, and our server Colt was attentive, knowledgeable, and friendly. The issue we had was that we had to put a $100 deposit down to reserve our table on the patio. We also had to preorder our food, both of which seemed inconvenient and unnecessary, even for a nice restaurant. The prices were way out of line for the portion sizes. We ate on the patio, and I would have expected at least a table cloth at such a nice restaurant. The patio was lovely, but plastic chairs and tables need upgrading for the price of the meal. The food was tasty, but again, the portions were TINY. We left hungry after spending almost $1000.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

One of the most unique dining experiences I have had in Lubbock so far. The food is out of this world and the ambience and design of the restaurant is beautiful. I don t even live in Lubbock but can t wait to visit as an alumni solely for this restaurant.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Mindbendingly good. Its high time Lubbock has such a fantastic restaurant. Finally a divine place to eat that is worth every penny.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

everything was fantastic for our easter brunch

Date: 2 years ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

This restaurant offers delicious food! I enjoyed the Lamb loin and the Crab Panisse , the meal was outstanding!

Date: 2 years ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Unexpected fine dining experience in West Texas- felt like we were dining in Napa- relaxed environment- refined food.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

What can i say? Definitely the most amazing restaurant experience in Lubbock!! The food was amazing!! The drinks are well made!!! The service was 5 star!!!! I must warn the men out there, the portions are small compared to what we are used to being served. But honestly, its nice leaving a restaurant feeling satisfied rather than feeling gross.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

We have tried the Nicolett several times, and it is time to post. This is the only restaurant in Lubbock (in the last 12 years) that has gotten progressively better since they opened. (Good LBB restaurants fall off a cliff after a few months.) There is nowhere within hundreds of miles that can do with vegetables, breads, and desserts what they do. Every item is an experience best enjoyed mindfully. Pay attention to the flavors and sensations, and you ll spot that there s at least one genius in the kitchen. The staff are uniformly professional, courteous, and willing to improve your experience if you have a concern. Do not go seeking a West Texas meat and carb experience, where you leave ready to sleep and digest. This is different than anything else available, and the experience is worth your time and money.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Date: 2 years ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

The meals were absolutely amazing along with the experience. It is a tasting menu, and frankly the best food I ve ever had. The flavor that the chef created was absolutely magnificent. If you re worried about portion size, this place is not for you, it is focused on the flavor. I felt like Remi from Ratatouille when the chef brought us some green tea puffs to sample. I also thought it was absolutely amazing when I would see someone leave their napkin when they would go to the restroom, and then the service staff would come by a fold it and drape it off the back of their chair for the customer to return to. Hats off to everyone here.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

Honestly what can I say. The atmosphere of the green house was astonishing. The food I cant even explain chef Walter is absolutely stunning. My wife and I went there to celebrate our anniversary, and I can honestly say I cant wait to celebrate many more here at this establishment. You guys are absolutely amazing in every way. To our waiter Im sorry I do not remember his name but you were an absolute delight tonight kudos to you.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

Deserts are a must try. Denver steak was amazing. Can avoid pasta if you dont have a Texas sized appetite. Crudites were also awesome. Fine dining as special as we have had in many world famous establishments around the world.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Beautiful and delicious.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

My husband and I love this restaurant so much, we look for any excuse to go. The ambience, whether you choose to dine in the courtyard, in the greenhouse, or indoors, is artful, simple, and stunning. It is enough to make you feel cozy and relaxed, ready to eat a perfect meal, but it does not distract from the food, drink, or company. We always start with a cocktail, and I havent had one yet that I didnt love. Although, I find myself always wanting their old fashioned as it is extremely well-balanced. The fry bread with honey butter or the blue cheese bread starters are marvelous. One of my personal favorite menu items is the pinon salad. It has such a bold and unique flavor. My absolute favorite menu item is the agnolotti. If it is on the menu, I have to order it every time. The beef cheek brisket with a glass of house red wine has become another go-to of mine. The service of the Nicolett is how I wish every dining experience could be. Our meal, from cocktail to dessert, is perfectly timed, every time. I never feel rushed to finish whats in front of me, and I never feel liking I am waiting on a wait staff. Water is always filled before I know I needed more. The wait staff are intelligent about the menu and have an intimate knowledge about the food. They are always reliable for a suggestion if you find yourself torn. I could go on proclaiming how special and elegant this dining experience is. It is so different from any place youve been to in Lubbock, and it is better than most of my fine dining experiences in Dallas or Austin.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №99

Rating: 4

The food we had was either a hit or miss. Elk tartar was amazing and the desert cheese we had was to die for. But the entrees were nothing special. Small portions and ok flavor. I had the brisket and the meat was ok but the mashed potatoes and pickled radishes were great. The quail was good I preferred it over the brisket. I d go back for the elk tartar, cheese, and the patio.

Date: 2 years ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Incredible!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №103

Rating: 2

Very underwhelming for the price. Mediocre service and small portions, on top of that, our waiter knew little to nothing about the wine on their list. Tiny portions will probably have most people under ordering and leaving hungry. Our group tried every entree, all were good, none particularly impressive, and priced between $30 and $40. Salmon was not cooked as ordered and had to be sent back, the rest of us had finished our meals by the time the salmon came back out. Went in with high expectations and was disappointed

Date: 3 years ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Neat environment and unique menu

Date: 3 years ago

Review №105

Rating: 3

Date: 3 years ago

Review №106

Rating: 3

My girlfriend and I were in Lubbock recently and wanted to go to a nice place to celebrate a birthday. We got texts and emails prior to our visit asking for confirmation and a small questionnaire the night before. Arrived a bit early on a Friday evening intending to have a drink before dinner but they seated us immediately. So far, so good. Unfortunately things went downhill from there. It took quite some time (over 15 minutes) before anyone took our drink order, and then only one of two drinks arrived. There was another sizable wait before our dinner order was taken. We had to endure another long wait before the food arrived (when the waiter comes over and says that he knows that everyone is frustrated you know it isn t your imagination). When the food arrived it was quite good (fry bread, pozole, culottes of beef, fish) but as others have noted the portions are quite small. I really wanted to like this place but I wouldn t be honest unless I admit I was disappointed. We d anticipated a nice celebratory dinner but left with a story . I got the impression that there are chefs and a waitstaff but no real manager. Frankly it was all we could do to keep from laughing when the tiny meal arrived after all the waiting.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

A must see in Lubbock. Literally a diamond in a haystack. Food is amazing. Staff is great. Ambience is spectacular.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

Outstanding meal! Very high quality ingredients and wonderful service. Much higher standard than anywhere else weve tried in Lubbock. In fact, it reminded us of some of our favorites from places like London, Prague, and Strasbourg. Super high quality food with lots of local ingredients, extreme attention to detail, thoughtful and developed flavors, and fantastic staff. We were very impressed and cant wait to go back.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №110

Rating: 1

Date: 3 years ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Best restaurant in Lubbock (?): physical space, ambiance, menu, food presentation, food preparation, food taste- Bravo!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

Very good food and great service. This is a fine dining restaurant, adjust your expectations accordingly. Something lubbock doesnt have much of, some reviews below show that.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

My favorite new spot in town! Delicious upscale dining. Chef Finn is a master craftsman. Their house wines, especially blended by the chef, are an excellent choice.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Excellent! By far the most elevated and technically sophisticated restaurant in West Texas. Every dish was flavor forward with beautiful presentation. Beautiful ambiance, I would highly recommend!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №117

Rating: 2

The food made me sick

Date: 3 years ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

Wonderful food and efficient staff. Fine dining in Lubbock.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

Amazing. Everything we tasted was 5/5, and the 2 hours we spent there felt like 30 minutes. Enjoyed everything about it!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №120

Rating: 1

Second time here. First was excellent. this time bread was burnt and food portions were embarrassingly small. Fish was no more than 3 bites. 1/2 thick about 2/3 the size of a playing card. Will not give a third chance it was so disappointing. At this price point it needs to be pretty consistent. Clearly that is not going to happen.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

Brilliant.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №123

Rating: 5

Great atmosphere (dined in the greenhouse), wonderful menu, and excellent service. Would definitely recommend for a memorable evening out. Chef and the staff were amazing!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №124

Rating: 4

Such a fantastic place! A necessary and welcome addition to lubbock. However, while our meal was great, I made the waitress aware of my allergy, and she assured me what I ordered would be allergen-free but I became incredibly ill following my meal.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

We ve eaten here three times now, once doing their early takeout program, once for their regular dinner menu, and once for a prix fixe at Valentine s. It s the best spot in Lubbock for food. Period. (If your main criteria in a restaurant is eating as much food as possible for as little money, see below, then I recommend the unlimited shrimp at Applebee s.) The attention to detail is obvious in every plate. If a simple vegetable has been lacto-fermented or roasted or slivered and dehydrated, it s been done precisely to balance the plate. The bread and pastry program are phenomenal. When you factor in the time spent and the service rendered, the price is more than fair. What s more, there is something on the menu for different palates. While it s done in a unique way, you CAN get something close to steak and potatoes if you re new to fine dining. Or if you re adventurous there are plenty of options. I ll add the wine list is very accessible, and they have the best value house wines I ve ever seen at a restaurant of this caliber. We re grateful to have this place in town. It s worth your support.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №126

Rating: 4

Service and ambiance were stellar! Food was delicious but overpriced for the portions in my opinion. It was almost a $600 dinner for 4 of us (prior to tip), and for Lubbock, that seems extremely high but it was a memorable evening that didn t make us feel like we were in Lubbock.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №127

Rating: 2

Well let s start with the service which was quite slow with waitress appearing at our table periodically. Had to ask for drinks several times including water refills. The food was just ok for the price and portions. Staff was quite rude and asked us to leave after not wearing a mask to the restrooms. Unbelievably the most unprofessional restaurant I have ever ate at.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №128

Rating: 5

Last night we experienced the Nicolett. I say experienced because it is not just your typical lubbock dinner... This place is an experience. We sat near the kitchen view to see Chef Finn Walter. I was too nervous to say anything at the time but, if he reads this I hope he understands what an amazing experience he gave us. When getting the check I will say it was worth every penny. From beginning to end we were all blown away with every bite. This is not your typical quick dinner this is meant to be savored and enjoyed. We tried just about everything on the menu between the 4 of us to make sure we could taste everything. The following were my favorite items if you are looking for recommendations. 1. Elk Tartare 2. Pozole 3. Beef Cheek Brisket 4. Lemon Curd I was so in the moment I didnt get pictures of everything but here below is a few items. Thank you again we will return and recommend to all friends and family.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

Enjoyed our anniversary celebration with a delicious dinner, great wine and excellent service! This is a wonderful place to enjoy great cuisine and a sophisticated atmosphere. So proud to have The Nicolett in Lubbock!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Unbelievable food quality... Best restaurant in Lubbock! You can tell every item on the menu was designed, prepared and presented by a chef who is passionate about exquisite food.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

Best restaurant in the entirety of the South Plains.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

We got takeout from the Nicolett when it had just opened and everything was exquisite! The butternut squash soup we had was maybe the best Ive ever had, and I loved the vinaigrette on the salad. Because Im currently pregnant, my husband and I are stuck at home during the pandemic, and this meal made us feel like we were at a fancy restaurant. It was such a treat for us! Plus, even from our brief venture into the building to pick up the food, we could tell its an amazing space. We absolutely cannot wait to dine in once its safe to do so, and I cant wait to be able to drink cocktails again so I can try theirs!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №133

Rating: 2

Im afraid Id starve to death on those tiny samplings in large plates. The price range for such food is way beyond my pay grade. I wont be there. Sorry.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №134

Rating: 2

Seems that nicer places always have truffles or mushrooms on the food. Makes it difficult and scary for so many who are allergic. Half of the main entrees have mushrooms. Sad when you miss out on glazes due to a fungus sauce.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

The Nicolett is a must visit in Lubbock! We made the trip in from Austin, and it was more than worth the drive. The atmosphere was elegant and comfortable in a beautifully preserved old building in downtown Lubbock. The entire dining experience felt like a perfect love letter to West Texas, paying homage to the rustic beauty of the region, and everything we tasted was absolutely delicious. The entire menu, from cocktails to desserts, was thoughtfully curated and excellently executed. We can t wait to go back!

Date: 3 years ago

Review №136

Rating: 5

We had an awesome experience tonight with our waitress Ryann. We will definitely be back. Loved the scenery and loved the staff. We loved the folded napkins.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №137

Rating: 5

I grew up in larger cities in Texas but I have lived in Lubbock for the last 12 years. The Nicoletts quality felt like something out of Dallas or Houston, and I dont mean that as an insult. Hands down it was the best dining experience Ive had in Lubbock. The ambiance and space is immaculate and the waitstaff were very helpful and attentive. The food is indescribable. Each course was very thoughtfully designed and balanced. The techniques and ingredients used stand toe to toe with competitive food cities. I would highly recommend this place to anyone wanting to explore West Texas fine dining. Texas Monthly is right when they say Worth travelling to Lubbock for.

Date: 3 years ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Date: 3 years ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Amazing prime rib! We did take away because of Covid but I cant wait to return for the dine in, restaurant experience. Nicolett is going to be the shining gem of downtown Lubbock

Date: 3 years ago