Coming Soon: Petite Lucie at Market Square Park
A fresh dining concept is coming to the kiosk at Market Square Park.
Opening later in 2025, Petite Lucie will be an all-day, French-inspired café and bistro from celebrated chef Omar Pereney.
It marks Chef Pereney's first full-service restaurant following the breakout success of Love Croissants, his pastry venture that quickly earned a loyal following at pop-ups, coffeeshops and multiple Houston locations—including a strong presence at Market Square Park Farmer's Market.
Designed by Gensler and tucked into one of Downtown's most walkable, scenic settings, Petite Lucie is just steps away from the emerging Main Street Promenade and surrounded by a growing residential community.
A Day at Petite Lucie
From early morning croissants to golden hour wine-downs, Petite Lucie is made to evolve with the day. The café will serve breakfast bites and pastries, a full lunch and bistro-style dinner menu, and curated wines and beers from a shaded outdoor bar.
The menu draws on seasonal ingredients and flavors from Provence, Normandy and the Mediterranean coast—melding classical techniques with whimsical creativity. Think creamy Coquillettes au Jambon, grilled seafood kissed by the flame, and laminated pastries that feel like an art form.
Covered and outdoor seating will offer space for everything from casual drinks to impromptu meetings. A catering program will serve nearby offices and residential buildings, and exclusive food and drink packages will pair with Market Square Park's signature happenings, from movie nights to Blanket Bingo and more.
Beneath live oaks and surrounded by the charm of the Historic District, Petite Lucie invites you to grab a seat and settle in. Whether catching up with friends, taking a laptop break, or just enjoying a slow afternoon, the café offers space to enjoy the pace of the park—for residents, Downtown workers and weekend wanderers alike.
"What excites me the most about Downtown Houston is that we are here. We're living this change," says Pereney. "We're going to see it become a huge destination and Petite Lucie is going to be right at the heart of it. This is my love letter to Downtown Houston, and I can't wait to show you."
Follow the Journey
Construction is underway this summer, opening in fall 2025.
Follow along with updates and sneak peeks via Downtown Houston+ social channels on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook.
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Market Square Park
301 Milam St