Caracol – Mexican
Caracol transports diners to a sun-drenched coastal escape where the vibrant spirit of the Mexican shoreline comes alive through a celebration of the sea’s freshest treasures. Zesty aguachiles and citrus-bright ceviches sparkle with heat and acidity, while towering seafood platters and golden, crispy empanadas invite guests to linger over shared plates in an atmosphere of effortless, salt-kissed elegance. The experience balances the raw artistry of delicate tiraditos and chilled oysters with the smoky depth of tender lamb ribs, offering a soulful journey through the bold and refreshing flavors of the coast.
2200, Post Oak Boulevard, Houston, TX, 77056 +17136229996 https://www.caracol.net/0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, keto, low-carb, sugar-free, pescatarian, mediterranean, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, whole30, paleo, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, tlc, detox, mayo-clinic, candida
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
- Vuelve a la Vida - $20: seafood cocktail, oyster, squid, shrimp, crab, tomato, avocado, serrano, cilantro
- Aguachile de Camarón - $17: lime-cured shrimp, avocado, tomatillo, cucumber, serrano, lime
- Tostadas de Atún Crudo - $19: raw tuna tostadas, chipotle mayonnaise, serrano, leeks, guava gel
- Tiradito de Medregal - $21: sliced yellowtail, cucumber, roasted jalapeño, lime juice, mint
- Campechana Blanca - $19: shrimp, octopus, cherry tomato, serrano chile, cilantro, cucumbers, lime juice
- Ceviche de Chile Canario - $20: lime-cured red snapper, chile canario, cherry tomato, cucumber, pearl onion, cilantro, radish
- Ostiones en su Concha - $19: raw Gulf oysters on the half shell, salsa bruja, cocktail sauce, horseradish, lime
- Torre De Mariscos - $146: Seafood Tower ~ raw oysters, mussels, jumbo shrimp, ceviche canario, campechana, lobster tails, crab fingers, clams, costeño aioli, canario mignonette, cocktail sauce
- Costillas de Borrego - $22: grilled lamb chops, mole costeño Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Empanadas de Camarón - $16: corn empanadas, shrimp, tomatoes, jalapeño, caper, creamy cilantro sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Queso Flameado con Langosta - $26: lobster, peppers, onion, melted Chihuahua cheese, flour tortillas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Pulpo Ahumado - $23: smoked octopus, Mexican sausage, potatoes, onions, peppers, pipian verde, pumpkin seed dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Taquitos Tronadores - $16: crispy rolled pork tacos, avocado-tomatillo salsa, crema fresca, queso fresco Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicharrón de Calamar - $18: fried squid, serrano, crispy garlic, chipotle-tomatillo sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Ostiones Asados - $15: wood-roasted Gulf oysters, cheese, chipotle butter, toasted breadcrumbs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Mariscos al Ajillo - $44: sautéed scallop, shrimp, lobster, clams, mussels, octopus, crab fingers, garlic, quelites, chile de árbol, cooked tomatillo sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Detox, Candida
- Callo de Hacha - $38: pan-seared sea scallops, roasted cauliflower, macadamia-costeño, creamy corn bomba rice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Robalo con Mole Amarillo - $38: grilled striped bass wrapped in banana leaf, wild mushrooms, mole amarillo Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating
- Carne Asada con Mole Negro - $57: grilled 12oz Angus Prime ribeye, scalloped potatoes, mole negro Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Pescado Zarandeado: butterflied boneless catch of the day marinated with a la talla sauce, pineapple salad Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Langosta Puerto Nuevo - $120: fire-roasted lobster, flour tortillas, playa la ropa beans, arroz Mexicano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Arroz de Jaiba - $16: Gulf Coast crab rice Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Camote a las Brasas - $10: charred sweet potato, spicy salsa macha, cotija cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Guacamole y Totopos - $12: guacamole, Mexican sauce, chips Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- El Coco - $17: chocolate shell, coconut buttercream, coconut ganache, coconut streusel, whipped coconut, passion fruit sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Churros Rellenos y Chocolate Caliente - $16: churros stuffed with dulce de leche, housemade hot chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Flan De Queso - $15: Cream cheese flan, chai cream, pomegranate gel, almond crisp Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Hugo Rita - $10: tequila, triple sec, lime juice, simple syrup
- Jalisco G&T - $10: Titanium Tequila, Hendrick's Gin, lime, Fever Tree tonic, hibiscus-cucumber ice cube
- Negra Modelo - $5: Vienna Lager, Mexico