This really did live up to all the hype. Michelin Star recipient. Not only was the food so delicately and thoughtfully prepared, but the staff was so knowledgeable and pleasant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Randall Merritt
Went with my wife for our anniversary it is a small restaurant with only seating for maybe 20 people. The service and staff were wonderful. The food was also outstanding until we got to the dessert it was way too salty I love salt and am one of those people that use the salt shaker on most things but this was overdone so much so that my wife did not eat it and that is her favorite part of the meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Jose Hernandez
It was a regular experience, nothing fancy, no exceptional service. It didn’t really feel deserving of a Michelin star.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Piggly Wiggly
Outstanding experience at Tatemó! Authentic Mexican flavors presented at a Michelin level. Each course was creative and delicious (only small miss was the wagyu, a bit overcooked). The tasting menu is $155 per person with prepaid online reservation, and worth every dollar. BYOB
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aliza M
Don’t get me wrong, the food was excellent, but simply not worth the upfront $250 pp required (including tax and gratuity). And here is why: 1) the service for a Michelin / upscale restaurant was bizarrely cold and unfriendly, and 2) there should have been at least another course or 2… we were still hungry after dinner. There were other disappointments such as a corking fee - the fact that they chose to locate next door to a church so can’t serve liquor is already weird but fine, but to then charge a corking fee that increases after the first bottle seems odd again after already putting down $1000 for our table of 4. we brought two bottles and didn’t open one, but our second was not returned to us before we left so we had to come back for it. Additionally it was my husbands birthday - but the restaurant doesn’t do anything special. I’m not asking for a comped anything but come on, at this level, a tiny candle on corn display is not it. Not for a grand for a two hour table. If the table was half the price (or their old pricing of $125 pp) it would feel more worth it. the vibes are just pretentious and not welcoming.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 2
Laura Z
Good food and good service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Esteban Juarez
Recently had dinner here and was a bit disappointed. While the service was great, some of the courses were lackluster and inedible. While the tostada, sope, and fish taco were well prepared and interesting, the quesadilla had no real flavor or seasoning. The most disappointing was the beef taco. It was gristly/fatty to the point where neither I or my friend could actually chew it, and we had to spit it out on our plates. I informed the waitress that the meat was too chewy to eat, and she said she would let the chef know. We never heard back from the chef, and it was entirely ignored and unacknowledged. At this level and price point, chewy/fatty meat is unacceptable. I also found the chef’s ignoring the problem to be unprofessional. An offer to remake the dish or a substitution would have been more appropriate. The restaurant did not live up to its hype/reputation, and I would not return.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Michelle K
Tatemó offers a thoughtful, intimate tasting menu experience that’s worth every bit of intention behind it. As pescatarians, we were fully accommodated with original dishes—not just modifications—and the flavors were phenomenal. The focus is on quality, not quantity, and every bite reflects careful sourcing and artistry. Our server Caleb was wonderful, and the ambiance was cozy and welcoming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew Apollyon
Not worth it at all. 1 star all the way don’t waste your time
Sometimes you find yourself in a place that makes you pause and wonder how you got there – and what it is you were hoping to discover.
We traveled to Houston with the intention of exploring its fine dining scene, particularly the Mexican influences woven into the city’s culinary landscape. High on our list was Tatemó, a Michelin-starred gem with just 18 seats and a bring-your-own-wine policy – both charming and rare.
With a single knock on the door, we were warmly welcomed by a passionate host who walked us to our table and introduced the evening’s menu with genuine enthusiasm.
What followed was nothing short of a flavour rollercoaster. The meal began with a beautifully balanced starter and only escalated in richness and complexity with each course. We came with no expectations and were completely swept away by the depth of earthy, culturally rooted flavours paired with fresh, vibrant ingredients that made each dish sing.
One particular course – delicate, sweet, and almost sushi-like in its elegance – caught us completely off guard in the best possible way.
We still talk about this meal. And we hope to return in September, drawn back by a dining experience that left a lasting impression we won’t soon forget.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carlo Pippolo
Just an outstanding meal. You definitely pay for it, but the food was exceptional...very inventive with amazing combinations of ingredients, and the service was great too. Not much to look at from the outside, but the restaurant is small, cozy, with well spaced tables. Not too loud, so it's easy to have a conversation. Not sure why it's only getting 4.3 stars on Google right now, but it's way better than that.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steven Riddle
All I can say is wow wow wow!!
Tatemo is a quiet, quaint and elegant atmosphere all at the same time.
Carrying a Michelin star, the food was outstanding, ranging from a Tuna Tostada topped with Russian caviar, a Wagyu Beef Encachetada with just the perfect amount of marbling to leave your mouth drooling, and ending on a Postre de Temporada (Toasted Pineapple and Mango Sorbet, Mascarpone, Pistachio, Chamoy, Hoya Santa Nicutole, & Olive Oil)… just to call out a few of the courses. Everything absolutely made from scratch, screams to the passion of Chef Emmanuel Chavez’s love for his food and attention to detail.
The servers are amazing and completely versed in every bite that you will be taking and will guide you through this culinary journey.
And lastly, for the atmosphere… As you walk in, you really do not know what to expect as the front has no markings or sign on the restaurant, adding to its mystique. When you walk in, it is a very intimate setting, seating a maximum of maybe 18 people, reservation only; it is very quiet and quite relaxing. Definitely an adults only environment due to the sheer elegance of the food and environment.
If you’re going to be in Houston, you’re going to want to make it a priority to get reservations as soon as possible, since they are at a premium… completely worth it!
I definitely see a second Michelin Star in the future of Tatemo!
Chef Emmanuel… I hate that I didn’t get to shake your hand, but I will leave you with this… Well Done!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jennifer Mestayer
Exceptional service and great experience at Tatemó! The unassuming-low key vibe keeps all the focus on the food…exactly where it needs to be! Each course was unique and full of flavor. The staff is welcoming and fun. We loved every minute of our dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Haley Haltom
Absolutely stunning meal. Amazing food, gorgeous presentation, knowledgeable and fun service. No notes!
Fantastic experience! Will 100% return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This really did live up to all the hype. Michelin Star recipient. Not only was the food so delicately and thoughtfully prepared, but the staff was so knowledgeable and pleasant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went with my wife for our anniversary it is a small restaurant with only seating for maybe 20 people. The service and staff were wonderful. The food was also outstanding until we got to the dessert it was way too salty I love salt and am one of those people that use the salt shaker on most things but this was overdone so much so that my wife did not eat it and that is her favorite part of the meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
It was a regular experience, nothing fancy, no exceptional service. It didn’t really feel deserving of a Michelin star.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Outstanding experience at Tatemó! Authentic Mexican flavors presented at a Michelin level. Each course was creative and delicious (only small miss was the wagyu, a bit overcooked). The tasting menu is $155 per person with prepaid online reservation, and worth every dollar. BYOB
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Don’t get me wrong, the food was excellent, but simply not worth the upfront $250 pp required (including tax and gratuity). And here is why: 1) the service for a Michelin / upscale restaurant was bizarrely cold and unfriendly, and 2) there should have been at least another course or 2… we were still hungry after dinner. There were other disappointments such as a corking fee - the fact that they chose to locate next door to a church so can’t serve liquor is already weird but fine, but to then charge a corking fee that increases after the first bottle seems odd again after already putting down $1000 for our table of 4. we brought two bottles and didn’t open one, but our second was not returned to us before we left so we had to come back for it. Additionally it was my husbands birthday - but the restaurant doesn’t do anything special. I’m not asking for a comped anything but come on, at this level, a tiny candle on corn display is not it. Not for a grand for a two hour table. If the table was half the price (or their old pricing of $125 pp) it would feel more worth it. the vibes are just pretentious and not welcoming.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 2
Good food and good service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recently had dinner here and was a bit disappointed. While the service was great, some of the courses were lackluster and inedible. While the tostada, sope, and fish taco were well prepared and interesting, the quesadilla had no real flavor or seasoning. The most disappointing was the beef taco. It was gristly/fatty to the point where neither I or my friend could actually chew it, and we had to spit it out on our plates. I informed the waitress that the meat was too chewy to eat, and she said she would let the chef know. We never heard back from the chef, and it was entirely ignored and unacknowledged. At this level and price point, chewy/fatty meat is unacceptable. I also found the chef’s ignoring the problem to be unprofessional. An offer to remake the dish or a substitution would have been more appropriate. The restaurant did not live up to its hype/reputation, and I would not return.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Tatemó offers a thoughtful, intimate tasting menu experience that’s worth every bit of intention behind it. As pescatarians, we were fully accommodated with original dishes—not just modifications—and the flavors were phenomenal. The focus is on quality, not quantity, and every bite reflects careful sourcing and artistry. Our server Caleb was wonderful, and the ambiance was cozy and welcoming.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not worth it at all. 1 star all the way don’t waste your time
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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Sometimes you find yourself in a place that makes you pause and wonder how you got there – and what it is you were hoping to discover.
We traveled to Houston with the intention of exploring its fine dining scene, particularly the Mexican influences woven into the city’s culinary landscape. High on our list was Tatemó, a Michelin-starred gem with just 18 seats and a bring-your-own-wine policy – both charming and rare.
With a single knock on the door, we were warmly welcomed by a passionate host who walked us to our table and introduced the evening’s menu with genuine enthusiasm.
What followed was nothing short of a flavour rollercoaster. The meal began with a beautifully balanced starter and only escalated in richness and complexity with each course. We came with no expectations and were completely swept away by the depth of earthy, culturally rooted flavours paired with fresh, vibrant ingredients that made each dish sing.
One particular course – delicate, sweet, and almost sushi-like in its elegance – caught us completely off guard in the best possible way.
We still talk about this meal. And we hope to return in September, drawn back by a dining experience that left a lasting impression we won’t soon forget.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Just an outstanding meal. You definitely pay for it, but the food was exceptional...very inventive with amazing combinations of ingredients, and the service was great too. Not much to look at from the outside, but the restaurant is small, cozy, with well spaced tables. Not too loud, so it's easy to have a conversation. Not sure why it's only getting 4.3 stars on Google right now, but it's way better than that.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
All I can say is wow wow wow!!
Tatemo is a quiet, quaint and elegant atmosphere all at the same time.
Carrying a Michelin star, the food was outstanding, ranging from a Tuna Tostada topped with Russian caviar, a Wagyu Beef Encachetada with just the perfect amount of marbling to leave your mouth drooling, and ending on a Postre de Temporada (Toasted Pineapple and Mango Sorbet, Mascarpone, Pistachio, Chamoy, Hoya Santa Nicutole, & Olive Oil)… just to call out a few of the courses. Everything absolutely made from scratch, screams to the passion of Chef Emmanuel Chavez’s love for his food and attention to detail.
The servers are amazing and completely versed in every bite that you will be taking and will guide you through this culinary journey.
And lastly, for the atmosphere… As you walk in, you really do not know what to expect as the front has no markings or sign on the restaurant, adding to its mystique. When you walk in, it is a very intimate setting, seating a maximum of maybe 18 people, reservation only; it is very quiet and quite relaxing. Definitely an adults only environment due to the sheer elegance of the food and environment.
If you’re going to be in Houston, you’re going to want to make it a priority to get reservations as soon as possible, since they are at a premium… completely worth it!
I definitely see a second Michelin Star in the future of Tatemo!
Chef Emmanuel… I hate that I didn’t get to shake your hand, but I will leave you with this… Well Done!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Exceptional service and great experience at Tatemó! The unassuming-low key vibe keeps all the focus on the food…exactly where it needs to be! Each course was unique and full of flavor. The staff is welcoming and fun. We loved every minute of our dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely stunning meal. Amazing food, gorgeous presentation, knowledgeable and fun service. No notes!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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