Introduction to Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette
Rice Village is about to get a whole lot tastier. The wait for buttermilk lobster bites and shrimp and crab lemon risotto is finally coming to an end. Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette is set to open its newest location on November 5, bringing a seafood-oriented menu to the area.
Location and Menu
Located in the former Gratify space at 5212 Morningside, this will be the restaurant’s third outpost, joining its siblings in River Oaks and Memorial. The menu will feature dishes such as fried shrimp, gumbo, cioppino, and Texas redfish on the half shell. What’s new for this location is a Chef’s Table menu of seasonal dishes that will rotate throughout the year. At opening, selections will include braised octopus with Sichuan cucumbers, green curry mussels, seared monkfish, and spiced rack of lamb.
Design and Ambiance
Culinary Khancepts, the hospitality group behind Liberty Kitchen, tasked its in-house Star Commercial Construction Group and Laura Loreman Interiors with redesigning the 3,500-square-foot space. The result is a stylish and inviting atmosphere, complete with Kelly green leather booths, chandeliers, and two patios. According to designer Laura Loreman, "It was exciting to reimagine the brand in a way that feels cohesive with what’s come before while giving Rice Village its own lively personality."
Grand Opening Celebrations
Liberty Kitchen will celebrate its grand opening in Rice Village with a special brunch service on Saturday, November 15. The event will feature live music, cocktail specials, and dishes such as a caviar omelet. Additionally, all three Liberty Kitchen locations will serve Gulf Coast oysters on-the-half-shell for $1 all day, every day from November 5 until December 31.
Hours of Operation
The restaurant will be open at 11 am Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and 10 am Saturday and Sunday for brunch and dinner. Happy hour will be served from 3-6 pm Tuesday through Friday and from 4 pm until close Sunday and Monday.
Conclusion
The opening of Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette in Rice Village is a exciting development for foodies in the area. With its seafood-oriented menu, stylish design, and lively atmosphere, this restaurant is sure to become a popular spot. As Culinary Khancepts CEO Omar Khan noted, "Rice Village is a vibrant mix of families, students, and professionals — it has a pulse all its own. We’re thrilled to bring Liberty Kitchen’s coastal spirit and approachable energy to this part of Houston."
