Bank

”Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s restaurant Bank (dinner for two $120), in the hotel’s lobby, is a destination in itself....”  More

Bistro Moderne

”French-born Philippe Schmit prepares updated French classics (magrets de canard with spinach flan)...”  More

Brasil

”An artsy coffeehouse with a bohemian clientele, a breezy patio and a tasty, mostly vegetarian menu....”  More

Da Marco

”Powerfully flavorful regional Italian cuisine from Friuli-born chef Marco Wiles—who counts Mario Batali as a big influence—is served in the...”  More

Dolce Vita

”A new pizzeria from the owners of Da Marco, with salty, crusty, slightly charred pies. We loved: the pizza with...”  More

Goode Company Texas Bar-B-Q

”This Houston institution is a noisy barbecue spot, serving up stellar smoked beef, pork and duck....”  More

Gravitas

”Gravitas, set in an airy former warehouse, is known for rich dishes, including the don’t-miss venison chili with gruyère and...”  More

Ibiza Food & Wine Bar

”The Texas-size portions of modernized Spanish tapas are matched with wines from an equally Texas-size list. There’s a wide-ranging selection...”  More

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Amazón Grill Kirby

Amazón Grill Westchase

Américas

Américas at The Woodlands

Artista

”Jazzy Nuevo Latino cuisine—duck taquitos, churrasco-style pork tenderloin with red chimichurri—comes courtesy of chef José Garcia, most recently of Artista...”  More

Au Petit Paris

Brasserie Max and Julie

Breakfast Klub

”Fried catfish with grits and eggs, a delicious wings-and-waffles combo, and a comfy, lived-in vibe draw locals to the Breakfast...”  More

Brennan's

”...a landmark and one of the oldest remaining homesteads...”  More

Cafe Annie

”Now in its 26th year, Cafe Annie is a stalwart of Southwestern cuisine, drawing crowds for its subtle combinations of...”  More

Catalan

”Try the messy chili dog—laden with homemade chili con carne....”  More

Churrascos

Churrascos River Oaks

Churrascos Westchase

Dolce Vita

Empire Turkish Grill

”At Houston's elegant Empire Turkish Grill, the menu goes well beyond the grilled meats usually seen in stateside Turkish restaurants...”  More

Glass Wall

”A modern American bistro in the old Houston Heights neighborhood...”  More

The Grove

Hugo's

”Everyone beats a path to Hugo’s for authentic Mexican (not Tex-Mex) dishes such as duck in red mole sauce and...”  More

Indika

”Anita Jaisinghani recently relocated Indika to this contemporary, light-filled space that's more suited to her exciting modern Indian cooking...”  More

Julia's Bistro

”White-napped tables pose against hot-red walls at Julia's Bistro. Jazzy Nuevo Latino cuisine—duck taquitos, churrasco-style pork tenderloin with red chimichurri—comes...”  More

La Tapatia

Longhorn Cafe

”Locals flock to the Longhorn Cafe for its Texas specialty: chicken-fried steak with cream gravy...”  More

Mark's American Cuisine

Pollo Campero

”But going loco for pollo just got easier; the chain has landed in L.A. and Houston, and plans are being...”  More

Shade

”Shade, her warm, minimalist neighborhood haunt in the Heights, is the first serious restaurant in a district Houstonians love for...”  More

So Vino Bistro & Wine Bar

Strip House, Houston

t'afia

Vic & Anthony's

”The two-story, stand-alone building—outfitted in South African panga panga wood, red granite and marble floors—is matched by an equally impressive...”  More