Essentials by Chef Martinez

Intimate restaurant serving south American cuisine. Reservations required due to limited seating. They have live music on Friday and Saturday nights. The food is amazing and the service is too. Their paella is excellent, as are their arepa and cachapa. We have been here numerous times now and we've never had a bad meal. I highly recommend this place. We love it!

It was incredible! I recommend checking out the online menu & ordering an appetizer and/or soup or salad upon arrival with your drink order like we did; the meals are freshly prepared so they take time ---but sooooo worth the wait! The presentation, temperature, taste & prices are outstanding! Chef Martinez is unbeatable!!

My parents love coming to this restaurant, and I must say that it is really good! I have come a few times before, and I truly recommend. Today we had the following dishes: Beef Carpaccio (5/5) — one of best Carpaccio in town Espetadas (5/5) — it comes with side dishes: salad, potatoes, and sausages Mushroom Risotto (5/5) — it must try!

Chef Luis Martinez is taking food to the next level! I highly recommend Essentials Kitchen. Very nice and friendly environment, Bring your wine and enjoy of many delicious food options he offers. All the pastas are highly recommended, the seafood today was amazing! The Paella is also delicious! Gracias Luis for the outstanding service!

Great spot in Katy. If you haven’t stop by Essentials kitchen by Chef Martinez, plan for it and you won’t be disappointed by the quality and taste of all dishes. My first time with family here and all dishes were simply delicious. Starting with green tea infused mango was a great idea recommend by the waitress. Then the ceviche Mixto is simply outstanding with great combination of edamames, quinoa, avocado, and all the juices making the ceviche simply unique. Also greatly recommended are the arepas. They are with perfect size, not too tick nor thin. I had the Texas my way made with Brisket and Arugula and a side of kale salad. Great place for eating very healthy dishes also. Great options for kids also, including pastas with chicken. The place is definitely a Katy Gem.