Big Changes Ahead for Late August Restaurant
Late August, a Michelin-recommended Afro-Mexican restaurant in Midtown, is undergoing significant changes to enhance the dining experience. After a two-week pause in September, the restaurant will reopen with a new menu and a modified design.
What to Expect from the New Menu
The biggest changes will be at dinner, where Late August will offer two distinct options: cocktails and shareable snacks in a renovated bar/lounge area and a seven to nine-course tasting menu in the main dining room. This change is intended to better showcase the talents of executive chef Sergio Hidalgo and the produce being grown at Lucille’s 1913, the restaurant’s affiliated farm in Kendleton, Texas.
Tasting Menu Details
Popular dishes from the current a la carte menu, such as mustard green memelitas and 1913 salad, will be reworked for a tasting menu format. New, seasonally-inspired dishes will also be introduced, including a tuna aguachile and stuffed okra with she-crab bisque. Pastry chef Jennifer Parsons will contribute a banana pudding-stuffed churro, with more desserts to come.
Pricing and Value
To keep things relatively affordable, the tasting menu will be priced at $95. An optional wine pairing will be $55. The restaurant aims to provide an accessible and enjoyable experience for its customers, with a focus on value and quality.
Wine List and Pairings
Late August will continue to feature wineries that are owned by women and minorities, as well as those using biodynamic and organic practices. The wine list will be curated to provide a range of options, including some high-end wines, to complement the tasting menu.
Interior Changes and Reopening
The interior changes to the bar and lounge are expected to take approximately 10 days. Late August is scheduled to reopen with its new tasting menu on September 17. Reservations will go live on OpenTable beginning September 5.
Conclusion
With its new menu and modified design, Late August is poised to become a destination-worthy dining experience. The restaurant’s commitment to showcasing its chefs’ talents and using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients is evident in the changes being made. Whether you’re a foodie or just looking for a unique dining experience, Late August is definitely worth checking out.
