La Sirena

Signature dish, double pork chop, signature dessert chocolate chili tart, both exquisite!! Friendliest service I've had in a long while. Can't wait to come back again.

I’ll start with the good: The appetizers and the fries were the best things. The drinks were pretty good as well. The theme and the aesthetic of the restaurant is nice too. The bad: The entree’s are definitely overpriced and nothing special. The service also wasn’t impressive and didn’t like the attitude or vibe of the staff. The service felt curt and rushed rather than what you'd expect from an upscale establishment. I’m giving it a 2, expensive, worth trying once, but nothing memorable enough to bring you back.

This is the BEST RESTAURANT IN LUBBOCK, TEXAS. HANDS DOWN. If you want actual food that's sustainable and not frozen or from a can, LET'S GET IT!!! ALSO! The owners are WOMEN who I have grown up with and admire EVERYDAY. It's so good to be home. #MERMAIDS4EVER

This is a very unique restaurant with its own flare and flavors! You really need to go and try it out. I cannot recommend high enough! The salsa has its own tangy unique taste and I loved it. I really appreciate how out of the box and unique each dish was. And get here early or make reservations— this place is POPULAR. This is the sort of restaurant that deserves a 2 hour trip just to eat at. There wasn’t a kids menu but the waitress had lots of ways to accommodate this! Try them out!!!!

Bland and underwhelming. The service was poor and the ambience doesn't make up for the lack of flavor and hospitality. Updated to respond to the owner: There were 4 of us and this is what we ordered - chicken thigh & potatoes which we were told was high in spice and that simply wasn't the case for us, the fish which had no flavor, and the brie appetizer which was served with only a few crackers and we ran out well before the brie was finished. I would've asked for more crackers but the male waiter on 4/19 never really came back and didn't deliver our food to us. The bed of fries the chicken thigh was served on were very dense and tasteless.

The food was relatively bland and lacked distinctive flavor. Prices felt unjustifiably high given the overall experience. Portion sizes were modest, bordering on small. The ambiance was only marginally better than that of a typical diner. The menu seemed unfocused, lacking a cohesive theme. Service left much to be desired, as the receptionist was noticeably rude. Additionally, the lighting, seating arrangement, and ventilation were poorly considered and detracted from the comfort of the space.

We have come to this restaurant over and over hoping for a good experience.. I’ve concluded it’s just not possible. It’s never crowded, so that’s not the issue. We came tonight to have drinks on the patio. It’s beautiful here. Sat probably 20 minutes..finally had Sean wait on us. Ordered two drinks. Finally got our drinks…never saw or heard anything from him until we paid out. All of our experiences at LaSerina have been very disappointing. We have returned occasionally thinking things would be better. Tonight sealed the deal. We will never be back.

Recommended for date night and special occasions where you're willing to shell out a few extra dollars. This isn't the type of place to get large portion meals; it's more for the atmosphere and socializing. I would not say it's a kid friendly place. Great wine and cocktail selection. Tapas portions are perfect for a little something to pair with your wine, and the main dishes are a much more hearty amount if that's what you're looking for. $35 for two tiny lamb chops is a little steep even with all things considered (though it was delicious and cooked perfectly). Pulled quail empanadas were lovely. Watermelon margherita was refreshing, recommended with the jalapenos for a zing! Coconut rum cake was the only let down of the meal- very hard and dry, like it had been sitting in the fridge for a few days. Otherwise a very tasty experience, but for the price, I was hoping for exceptional taste.

This restaurant is amazing! The food, service and tequila bar are top notch. The chef was very accommodating with requests and needs. We will back.

This is the BEST RESTAURANT IN LUBBOCK TEXAS. HANDS DOWN. My server, Cory was AMAZING. Ambiance is the most romantic and chill vibe ever. The food. I'll never eat at another restaurant again. I want to live there. Thank you La Sirena, for making my life worth living.

This is a cool place with a neat menu. No run of the mill restaurant here. We had 3 of the appetizers a salad, 1 entree and a dessert. Enjoyed it all especially all the unique flavors. Wait staff was friendly, restaurant is super clean. Will certainly go again

Beautiful setting in a courtyard. We sat outside since it was a perfect temperature. Shared several plates that were delicious and lovely wine. Perfect for chill evening out, date night etc

Lovely! We had the Pulled Quail Empanadas, the Curried Whitefish, and the Steelhead Trout. All delicious!! The curry was a good, medium heat and it was the perfect amount of food! Afterwards, we ordered the Flan and it was yummy!

I wasn't going to leave a negative review, but the owner or manager, was extremely rude and condescending. We had specifically reserved the wine room, but she gave it to another group who had not reserved it. When questioned, she said, we decided to give you a room in the main dining room and asked if we wanted to kick out the old people who are hard of hearing. I said absolutely not, but wondered how we were going to rectify the situation since we were there for our birthday. She then stated I know you're gonna leave a negative review I have had so many. I stated if she had so many then it sounds like that's a bigger issue. Overall, the food is very good and the staff was very attentive. I will just not be going back due to the lack of hospitality.

Really did not want to write review and mostly I do not unless something really impress me or devastate. In Lubbock after having good experience in Las Brisas and The West Table finally decided to try La Sirena. Got reservation done couple days before and today got text to confirm reservation and I did. Looks like it is inside small complex like place and until we tried to find place, we were 20 mins late. During this 20 mins the restaurant cancelled reservation and gave it to someone else. We were told sorry no table available. No argument or drama happened, just left and thank God one of other 2 restaurants accommodated without reservation even with busy schedule. I do not know food so I do not want to talk about food. The food may be good or bad, I do not know but I think this action shows no commitment to customer. Since I can only talk about service I can tell I cannot trust them again. Communication and handling of situation was very rude. Never felt uncomfortable as I felt there. Imagine, you arrange reservation for very special day and for 20 mins being late and without calling costumer cancelling the reservation and not offering help in restaurant business is unheard. At least I have not heard and I am person travel for food and eat out a lot. I have been many places and with 3 Michelin stars and never was let down for being late for 20 mins. So, it is up to you. The food may be good and you may want to accept risk of letting down on your special occasion or night you want to relax or choose wisely. Sorry again for this review did not want to write but in my life first time faced with this situation so wanted to share so you do not experience.

Great margaritas and vegan options! Wonderful staff and beautiful ambience. We will definitely be back next time. We are in Lubbock!

My wife and I had a wonderful experience at La Sirena. We shared the Pulled Quail Empanada's and the Coconut Braised Short Ribs. We also had great cocktails. Jessica's brother, Josh was our server and he was excellent. We love La Sirena!

The food is very overpriced and underseasoned. I was sorely disappointed in the quality of food. A $38 chicken thigh that had very little meat on it was served with a pile of potato fries that had absolutely no seasoning and were not pleasant to eat. What a bummer as I chose this as my birthday dinner.

La sirena was phenomenal!! It's been awhile since we've been but it was such a nice dinner. I was happy the menu changed from the last time because I felt like for a while it was the same food menu. Cool little gem in Lubbock!

Hidden gem in Lubbock! This is an upscale restaurant hidden in a fun little shop area. The food was incredible (I had Peruvian Chicken and Lamb Queso appetizer). And the service was great too. I loved the mermaid theme! It is a bit high priced for Lubbock but that's expected at a high end restaurant.

I have traveled around the world for work and play and this restaurant is on the top of my list for being a 5 Star experience for food quality, ambiance and service. Who knew you would find a Michelin experience in Lubbock Texas. Thank you La Sirena Team for truly outstanding moments that made dining out a special gift. Yeah Baby!

I love this place. The vibe/ambiance/decor is so enchanting. The food and cocktails are always delicious. Our waitress was very sweet and accommodating.

It's unique and quiet. The food and service were both very good. I had the pork chop with molasses grits and they were both very good. It's upscale dining, but unlike other unique upscale dining places the portions are very large.

Amazing food, great service, and cozy ambiance make La Sirena a must stop location in West Texas! Highly recommend!

Away from the mainstream Town of Lubbock this little out of the way gem is a real treat. The inside is beautifully decorated with a wood beam ceiling twinkle lights and tasteful art throughout . There is a separate bar with seating that is also really pretty. Shawn our 5 star server recommended the salmon and it did not disappoint! The Caesar salad w a vegan dressing was perfect and just enough to share. The cocktail menu has several yummy choices and we had the Paloma martini... delicious!!! We also had the crispy Brussels sprouts and they paired with the salmon beautifully. We ate on the patio because we had our pup with us. And it was Nicely furnished. They did not have a patio heater but 65 is warm enough for a light jacket. When in Lubbock come check this little slice of food atmosphere and heaven out!!!!

We came here for appetizers. Staff was friendly. Ambience was cozy- inside and outside. I loved the unique pictures and lights throughout the restaurant. The food choices are very unique (especially considering the location). The burrata and cornbread instantly caught my attention. It was a very interesting pairing. The almond butter was a bit too thick to be paired with the burrata, but I still liked the concept! The pulled quail empanadas were good. The cilantro cashew dipping sauce was the perfect addition for these empanadas.

Wednesday night dinner. Nice and quiet. Host responded more like a bartender at a local pub/tavern than one at a restaurant with $100 bottles of wines. Server was more professional. The Crispy Brussel Sprouts app was excellent! Loved it! Lots of crunch and char but nothing burnt! Paired so well with lemon aioli. The pork chop itself was cooked well. I did enjoy how the chow chow added enough flavor without drowning it that I could really taste the brined pork. There was enough over the chop with good restraint to just provide good flavor and not drown it. The pozole, however, did not impress at all. The hominy was not pillowy. Instead it was hard and broke into a crunchy mix that covered my mouth with "lil bits and pieces" like roasted peanuts. Sorry. I have never had pozole with that texture. The flavor did not provide any hint of Mexican flavors at all. I have had much more flavorful pozole in and around less fancy family restaurants in Cozumel. The Bestial Malbec was an excellent wine! It was definitely more than what I would have had to pay thru any Wine Store. All in all, it was a good dinner. Not excellent nor unforgettable. 4 stars cos the low points are all fixable.

This place is a hidden gem in Lubbock Texas. Great food, great service and will be back!

Still the very best restaurant in Lubbock. Guajillo pork chops, pulled quail empanadas, steaks, risottos, stacked enchiladas, and every other dish I've had here has been superb. Friends who have traveled internationally say the scallops here are the best they've ever had anywhere. House margarita, mermaid water, and other cocktails are excellent. Large selection of wine, including local Texoir, which is great. Desserts include a good chocolate chili tart and Mexican wedding style cookies. Dinner for two can easily cost $150, but is worth every penny. Service can be excellent, but sometimes it falls off. The owner, Cat Traxler, is that rare restauranteur who goes out of her way to know her regulars.

We had rude service. We came in and didn't have a good attitude from any of the employees we talked to. We won't be back.

Just Fabulousbest dinner in Lubbock , food , wait staff, atmosphere. Jessica and Cat are pros.

La Sirena was a nice vibe. Very clean and has nice decor. The service was good. She gave us space but made sure we had everything we needed. I enjoyed the margaritas!

Following our fellow Yelper's reviews, we decided to give La Sirena a try! This road trip we brought Cleo, our five year old F1B goldendoodle along so This trip every meal is at a dog friendly restaurant. Which is code and means they have an outdoor patio. Shawn, our FIVE STAR server rocks! We started with the vegan Caesar Salad which had an unexpected killer dressing. Not sure how they made it but it was loaded with parmesan cheese and a little spice. 5 STARS! We shared the salad and main course. Amarillo Roasted Salmon and a side of Roasted Brussel Sprouts. Folks we are in Lubbock and this is like Uptown Dallas. And the Paloma Martini's are the bomb! Check it out, you will love it! If not there are many more killer cocktails to choose from.

Expensive. Food is okay but not worth writing home about most the time. Really hit or miss depending on what you order. Service is good. It's pretty loud and limited seating.

The tequila brined pork chop was delicious. The side dish, which was described as "mushroom au gratin"tasted disgusting. It looked like navy bean soup. My sister tried it & had the same opinion. My niece refused to taste it.

Food and drinks were very good and service was friendly. Nice and quiet inside the restaurant and you can walk around an outdoor courtyard after dinner. Several other nice shops and places to get drinks nearby.

When I moved here, I found a pretty short list facing me of places where I couldn't wait to eat. This one was way up on that list. * I've walked past La Sirena so many times when I was at Cactus Alley visiting other shops, wanting to go inside. They have a very specific set of hours (Tues-Sat: 5pm-9pm) and I'm usually around much earlier in the day while the other shops are open. I'll just add- this location feels so welcoming but secluded at the same time; it's in a quaint inward-facing courtyard full of foliage, and that's also where their outdoor patio sits. It doesn't feel AT ALL like you're right on the other side of a busy highway though you are. * Right away... the building was full, everybody looked well-dressed and smiley, the hostess was kind and warm. Then my waiter was informative (and HIS wife is also a chef and I can't wait to go try out HER place). He was attentive and cordial and I wish I'd caught his name. It was an absolutely blustery and cold night outside, yet it was the perfect temperature in the restaurant. I was never hot nor cold. And either can ruin a dining experience, honestly. It was never too loud and never felt too rushed, even though it was bustling. I think the separate smaller dining rooms really help with that casual talking volume. * First out, I ordered the braised short rib tostada. Which came with aged cheddar (though didnt catch much of that to be honest?), pickled red onion, Napa cabbage+Serrano slaw. That was a pretty well-balanced bite, I have to say. One supremely good choice was adding the pickled red onion to that mix. The short rib had SO*MUCH* flavor! * They had a carafe of cold water at the table- the waiter didn't just sit back and assume you knew how you use it; if I was low, I was topped off. bonus points. * I sadly missed the exact ingredients in my margarita. I know it was first on the marg drink list. I wanted it spicy and they added a pepper for me. It was light, it was delicious, and it wasn't overly sweet (which is why I usually have an aversion when it comes to margs). * For my entree I had miso-aji amarillo roasted salmon which came on a mound of jasmine rice, Swiss chard, local mushrooms, and chopped walnuts. And paired it with a glass of Pinot grig. * I sampled some of the aji amarillo + aji verde dipping sauces and I could literally buy jars of that stuff by the case. While I'm here, let me highly recommend the Peruvian spiced chicken that those sauces come with. * I already can't wait to go back and see what else this chef has up her sleeve.

La Sirena is an amazing little restaurant. Great for special occasions or a Mermaid Water pick me up. They really take the mermaid theme to heart and the decor is whimsical but still nice enough to impress your grandma. I had the occasion of coming here on a Tuesday evening and I sat at the bar. The outdoor seating is also lovely and if I were with friends I would have happily dined out there. Let's get down to business and talk food and drinks! I opted for a Mermaid Water, which is a fancy way of saying a skinny margarita, only skinnier! It features Topo Chico sparkling water, lime juice, and tequila. That's all folks. It is light and tasty but the tequila does hit you up front so sip slowly. I also enjoyed the Tacos del Dia (or Tacos of the Day for those who don't habla espanol) which were phenomnal. Panko crusted fish on a light pineapple slaw with a spinach and corn tortilla- AMAZING! Just a hint of spice. I also snacked on the fried Brussels Sprouts- and they are just too good! Never has eating a vegetable been so agreeable! But the pièce de résistance had to be the Tres Leches cake. Just every bite you got another smack of flavor. Do yourself a favor and don't share this desert. I'm all for sharing but hands off my Tres Leches.

Came to Lubbock to take my daughter to TExas Tech for a tour. We arrived late and decided to go to this restaurant based on Yelp reviews. The restaurant is very nice. It is tucked off in a small area with minimal traffic. The restaurant has a wine bar area with separate seating and wine menu. It also has a Fullbar that is very well organized with seating as well. Then there's the restaurant area we sat in that was very active and great ambiance. Our waiter was very attentive and timely. Drinks never were empty and held good conversation. Not too much and not too little. As for the food I ate the roasted chicken with duck fat potatoes and a side salad ( comes as one dish). The chicken was very flavorful and the potatoes were excellent. The salad was a great accompaniment to provide freshness to the plate. My little one has the bean and cheese quesadilla (looks like tacos) and she enjoyed them greatly. My wife had the stacked enchiladas with chicken and green hach chille sauce. Very well present with lots of flavor. The drills were good pours. To end it off I had a bread pudding that was warm and delicious. I would definitely come back to this place again if I'm Lubbock.

We visited this restaurant on a lovely evening in April and chose to sit outside. The space is nice and quiet and tables are adequately spaced. Our server was prompt and,professional. We ordered drinks, house margarita and a gin and tonic. The house margarita is not sweet at all, which I like and it has cinnamon on the rim, which adds a delicious flavor. Hubby ordered a Caesar salad, which was good, but we are pretty sure they forgot to put dressing on it. When we spied our server we asked for dressing and it was quite good. For dinner we ordered the Peruvian Spiced Chicken and the Green Chile Stacked Enchilada. I love that the gluten free items are noted on the menu. Both entrees were delicious. Be aware that this restaurant is quite expensive, especially for Lubbock, but we already have plans to return.

One of our favorite places! We love the steak & chile rellano with a fried egg and shrimp. Our favorite spot for birthdays, anniversaries, etc. The vibe is the best!

Visited on a business trip with colleagues, and our party of 4 all were incredibly disappointed. We all tried each other's dishes, and two words to describe the food: BLAND and overpriced. The appetizers and entrees were all under-seasoned, insipid, & underwhelming. For the poor food quality, everything is completely overpriced. 1. The queso appetizer was just congealed cheese blob. 2. Chicken was undercooked with blood. 3. Fish was not fresh and smelled bad. 4. Steak was overcooked and dry. 5. Empanadas were doughy, flavorless, and not crispy. Don't be fooled by the elegant interior and description of the menu items. The rundown location and exterior should've been a sign.

Elk Meat Dish with Hummus and I think spinach wilted , was OFF the charts GREAT ! Deep flavor profile with spice , garlic, heat and way background sweet was life altering ! But hey it was healthy due to the elk meat...right ? Would highly recommend , there is some heat, I did not think over the top ! Ask them to dial it back if heat concerns you. Service has been good every time I come here on business. Music and decor are very unique , funky cool , with a , it just works well ! Cool fact: The owner has collected these unique items paying tribute to mermaids , the day of the dead , and some other interest !

Amazing food and service. Hugely recommend their cocktails and Elk Chops. I will definitely frequent this establishment. The ambiance is beautiful as well in Cactus Alley.

This is one of my favorite restaurants, anywhere. I live in Colorado but work for a company in Texas, and when I have to travel to home base, my route takes me through Lubbock. Lubbock is not the halfway point, but I still stay the night in Lubbock going both directions just so I can have dinner at La Sirena. The food--thoughtful, simple and innovative takes on class dishes--is perfectly prepared, and just delicious. the Mezcal cocktails, from classics to downright weird, are collectively the best of I've ever had. I've never had one I didn't love. the ambiance is such a relaxing vibe and the staff are all so warm and friendly. The pork chop--a dish I love to make at home and am always disappointed with in restaurants--is life-altering. Before I found La Sirena, I dreaded the drive through West Texas, but now I look forward to it for days.

Latín American cuisine ! Great choices lovely atmosphere. Hidden Jewel in Lubbock. 5 star

The pork chop was amazing! The service was great! The ambiance was nice. We celebrated Christmas with my sister and her boyfriend - great place to come together for a nice meal!

We chose this restaurant because of Yelp reviews saying they had a great Happy Hour. When we arrived we were asked if we had a reservation which we didn't- reservations for Happy Hour? They made a big deal about it even though the restaurant was empty. They finally agreed to give us a seat, but that we had to make sure we left by 730. We said that was fine then we were given a bar menu with no information about happy hour. When we asked about happy hour. The server said we don't have happy hour. I mentioned that yelp said they did and he said no we don't. The food was good but overpriced. I would recommend the brussels sprouts they were delicious. The drinks were nice, but also overpriced. I will not be returning to La Sirena.

Food was delicious! The space is small but not noisy. The staff are courteous and helpful with drink and food selections.

Stopped after a long work week and was pleasantly surprised at the quality and quantity of food. We ordered chips and salsa which were unique and exceptional. The carrot bisque soup was a nice sized bowl. Also had their Brussels which were delightfully roasted and left me with leftovers. The only dish I was underwhelmed by was their grilled beet and green salad. I was hoping for a better melding of the unique flavors, and the golden beets were soggy as if boiled and not grilled. Service was just ok, we didn't get our leftover chips and salsa, it just disappeared. Nonetheless, a great place for a date night, you won't be disappointed.

Excellent chef with varied menu, nice wine list, solid service, relaxed atmosphere in pleasant surroundings

Terrible service. Called in advance to check if restaurant had vegan options, was told they did. Got to the restaurant and was met with the worst, most unresponsive, unhelpful, rude waitress I've ever encountered. When our table asked about vegan meals options her response was "the chef changes the menu all the time". We were at least expecting her to offer to ask the kitchen for vegan options or suggest possible menu items. We also communicated to her we were in a rush and we had to ask for the check multiple times. We were one of two tables in the whole restaurant, don't understand why it took 20 minutes to get the check printed. In those 20 mins the waitress did come up to our table multiple time to just sand & stare. It was really weird. She did it about four times, without saying a single word, before one of us got up to ask for our checks again. We were there celebrating a birthday and had to ask multiple times for the cake we brought to be brought out from the kitchen. Took almost 30 mins & us asking multiple times get the cake to our table. We asked for a drink menu and the only thing the waitress said was "I already took it away". Like, okay? We know, that's why we're asking if we can see it again? She didn't bring the drink menu out again just stood there. The restaurant itself is ADORABLE and the food is alright, but I wouldn't recommend this restaurant solely based on the off chance you may be stuck with the same waitress we had. Honestly it wouldn't surprise me if the waitress was just too high to function, because that's what it seemed like.

10/10 would NOT recommend this place. For starters I'm pretty sure our waitress was high AF. The service was awful, the drinks were not the best and the food was ehh. Went for a birthday celebration and the only thing that was great was the cake we brought in. Very disappointed since this was my first & last time there.

FOOD IS AMAZING! Chef and Cat are rockstars! The ambience is so fun and is an awesome place hangout. 100% recommend!

A hidden treasure with superb service and best food in Lubbock. Farm to table, fresh and local, a must on your frequent visits.

Atmosphere and concept - 5 stars, class and well-designed; local and sustainably sourced ingredients. Salsa duo - 5 stars, clearly made from scratch, including chips; really fresh, unique flavors. Mixed green salad with salmon - 3 stars; salmon flavor nice but texture a bit dry (and it looked that way); salad had very fresh ingredients, but everything together didn't meld flavor and texture wise, very lackluster. Only the crispy beets were delicious. Price and portion sizes - 3.5 stars; on the pricey side for this town; and I think I'll be hungry a bit later!

Beautiful restaurant! great - unique food choices - we loved the tequila flight. Will definitely go again for a special occasion