Welcome to The Nicolett
At The Nicolett, located in the heart of Lubbock, Texas, culinary artistry meets local charm. Chef Finn and his dedicated team craft seasonal menus featuring innovative dishes that highlight fresh, regional ingredients. Each plate tells a story, from the West Texas crudites, celebrating vibrant vegetables, to the rich, flavorful beef cheek brisket paired with black truffle. Diners rave about the exquisite presentation and the warm, unpretentious atmosphere, making it the perfect spot for both special occasions and casual outings. The Nicolett promises not just a meal, but an unforgettable journey through flavors that embody the spirit of the Lone Star State.
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511 Broadway St, Lubbock, TX 79401, United States Hotline: +1 806-993-0144
Welcome to The Nicolett, a beacon of culinary creativity nestled in the heart of Lubbock, Texas. Located at 511 Broadway St, this remarkable dining destination offers a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere perfect for an intimate dinner or a celebratory feast. As a food reviewer at Restaurant World, I am excited to share my experience at this remarkable establishment.
The Nicolett stands out for its commitment to elevated dining, showcasing a menu that harmonizes local Texas ingredients with innovative techniques. The intriguing dishes offered are perfect examples of how Chef Finn and his team blend flavors to create memorable culinary moments. For instance, don't miss the Garden Chicken with hoja santa and hazelnut honey or the indulgently rich Triple-Seared Aged Prime Rib paired elegantly with black truffle and aligot potatoes, both showcasing the restaurant's flair for fine dining.
- Grains: Consider starting your meal with the hearty Pozole Rancho Gordo hominy brimming with green chiles and artisan stock, or savor the delicate Agnolotti with Cauliflower and sherry parmesan cream, an exquisite blend of comforting flavors.
- To Begin: The Foie Gras accompanied by sherry and pumpernickel whets the appetite while the Desert Salad, featuring kale and smoked sesame seeds, offers a refreshing counterpart.
- Mains: Dive into the Beef Cheek Brisket that is melt-in-your-mouth tender or explore the adventurous antelope, a dish praised by returning patrons for its delightful tenderness and unique flavor.
The artful presentation of each dish at The Nicolett is evident with beautiful garnishes and careful attention to detail. You can expect an engaging dining experience where each course is described with passion and precision by the knowledgeable staff. As echoed by patrons, the ambiance is equally charming—whether you’re seated in an elegant dining room or the inviting greenhouse area, the atmosphere complements the culinary journey perfectly.
Patrons appreciate the restaurant’s unique identity that celebrates West Texas culture, blending local flavors into the dining experience. Guests have compared their meals to "works of art for the palate," and many have left rave reviews about the lavender yuzu buttermilk pie that is not to be missed. Another highlight is the excellent service; staff members treat you with warmth, ensuring that every detail enhances your culinary adventure.
The Nicolett recently garnered praise for its ongoing seasonal menu updates and food pairings, making each visit an opportunity for new discoveries. With a dedication to innovative cuisine and local ingredients, this establishment presents a fresh avenue for fine dining in Lubbock.
For anyone seeking a premier dining experience coupled with genuine hospitality and exquisite dishes, The Nicolett deserves a prominent place on your culinary map. Reserve your table at +1 806-993-0144 and immerse yourself in a culinary journey like no other in Lubbock.
Update, April 2025: The Nicolett remains one of my favorite restaurants in Lubbock, offering staples alongside unique, seasonal menu items. This time, I tried antelope (!) for the first time in my life, and it was tender and delicious. We saved the tiniest bit of room for a lavender yuzu buttermilk pie and I'm so glad we did! ------------------------- 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.
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!
This level of fine dining is outside my normal comfort zone, and yet Chef Finn and his excellent staff made me comfortable and provided amazing service without being pretentious. The Chef's Tasting was without a doubt one of the best culinary experiences I've had. Each dish presented and described was filled with subtle complexities deserving of mindful consumption. It is a rare thing indeed to be presented a work of art for the pallet but on this day that is exactly what happened. Thank you for the memory.
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.
What an amazing experience! The service staff will guide you through a taste testing journey that will blow your mind! From the lavender brioche bread service to the buttermilk pie dessert and all that's in-between you won't be disappointed! For grains the anogolotti pasta dish is a must!
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!
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!
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.