Gianni Greene

When you're craving a seafood tower or need a Friday night option in Houston.

The Heights was originally established as a suburb of Downtown Houston in the late 1800s, but it was eventually absorbed into the Houston city limits, as is just about everything. But, thanks to White Oak Bayou and neighborhood zoning—plus that really long time period where selling alcohol was “illegal”—The Heights retained its neighborhood identity, even if it did away with the fun streetcars. Over the last decade, the Heights has seen a massive influx of new families, shops and restaurants ren…

Whether it’s the first or the 101st date, this guide to romantic date nights has you covered.

If you tried to keep track of every new restaurant and bar in Houston, your head might spin. So just read this list instead. These are the openings that seem like they have the most potential. Although, keep in mind, we make no promises about the places we haven’t visited yet. Go forth and be a pioneer—or just keep up with our Hit List to see which new restaurants we checked out and loved. March 2024 From the team behind Lucille’s, the long-awaited Late August is now open for lunch. This Midtown…

Black-owned restaurants have been a crucial part of the Houston dining scene for decades. From barbecue to soul food to vegan brunch, these places have helped shape H-Town’s culinary culture. Essential to the makeup of the city, you’ll find Black-owned restaurants all over Houston. So whether you want to hit up the decades-old community landmarks, or venture to the bougie date night spots, here are a few places to check out. THE SPOTS While it’s primarily a takeout operation, Cool Runnings Jamai…

The best Houston Italian restaurants for pizza, pasta, risotto, and beyond.

The new restaurants and bars we checked out—and loved.

Restaurants in the Third Ward always feel connected to the community. Many of the restaurants have been family-run for generations—they know their customers—and at most of these spots, you’ll see a cashier ringing up a regular’s order before they even reach the counter. Not only is the Third Ward one of the first historically African-American neighborhoods in the city, it’s also the center of the Black culinary diaspora, including soul food landmarks, great cajun and creole restaurants, and coz…

The two most ideal places to drink wine are on your couch while wearing fuzzy socks or at a windswept vineyard with the winemaker’s border collie named Riesling sitting faithfully by your side. But when you’re sick with cabin fever or suddenly realize naming a dog after a grape seems too on-the-nose, drink wine at one of these cool, nerdy, or possibly haunted wine bars instead. THE SPOTS If you want to eat charcuterie and drink fabulous wine on a charming, busy street, hit up Montrose Cheese & W…

So you’ve found yourself downtown, and you’re in need of a good meal. Maybe you need a quick grab-and-go lunch, or maybe you want a sit down dinner that isn’t in one of those mysterious steakhouses with blackout windows. We’ve sifted through the downtown dining options to find the best of what the neighborhood has to offer in any situation. So the next time you’re hitting the Toyota Center to see your favorite artist, or want a place to grab some grub before an Astros game, check out our list of…

The best restaurants and bars off the Metro Red Line for before or after the Houston Rodeo, an NRG Stadium Concert, convention, or a Texans game.

Some might say that Happy Hour is necessary for the survival of mankind. At the very least, Happy Hour is necessary to celebrate the survival of your last meeting of the day. Every Happy Hour has different strengths, but at the very least, there should be good drinks, delicious appetizers, and an atmosphere that fosters some fun. The spots below have all three (and then some) and make up our list of the very best Happy Hours in Houston. THE SPOTS When: Monday 5-10pm and Tues-Sat 5-7pm The Deal:…

The 11 best speakeasies, hidden, and secret bars in Houston.

New bars open all the time in our city. Here's our list of Houston's most fun dive, lounge, and wine bars.

Have you ever woken up and thought, “Gosh, I’d love to eat at a second-best restaurant today?” Of course not. Whether you’ve lived here your entire life or are visiting for the first time, it’s human nature to want to experience the best of the best. And that’s exactly why we wrote this guide. These are the highest-rated restaurants in Houston—the ones we’d sit in an hour of traffic on 59 and wouldn’t complain about. Food and experience are both taken into consideration, and any type of dining e…

Best BBQ spots for brisket, ribs, boudin, and chopped beef baked potatoes in Houston.

Rice Village might be a giant mall where Rice University students can buy designer sheets for their dorm room, get pampered at a spa, or aimlessly wander before a big game. And while all of that is true, Rice Village also has some great restaurants. So if you want to speed through a 30-minute omakase, grab a leisurely French bistro lunch with a bottle of wine, or eat kebabs and hummus in between shopping for couches or hitting up a fancy calligraphy store, use this guide. THE SPOTS While it mig…

All of the best restaurants and bars in Houston for seeing live music.

The best casual date night restaurants in Houston 2024

Where to get the best lemon-pepper-rubbed, sticky-glazed, and smoked wings in Houston.