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Pioneers

The Family Dynasties behind Top Houston Restaurants

Meet the people who helped put the city on the map for its food.

04/04/2024 By Phoebe Gibson

Village Eats

Our Favorite Restaurants in Houston’s Rice Village

One of the city’s most walkable neighborhoods has everything from standout Greek, Israeli, and Turkish fare to contemporary French cuisine.

01/09/2024 By Daniel Renfrow and Emma Balter

FRIDAY Q&A

Chef Christine Ha Dishes on Winning MasterChef and Opening Her New Restaurant

Her acclaimed eatery, The Blind Goat, is reopening in Spring Branch with a whole new look and feel.

02/17/2023 By Caleb Garling

Sweet Tooth

8 Houston Bakeries With Delectable Holiday Treats

Bakeries in Houston are making scrumptious holiday treats.

12/02/2022 By Danielle Wright and Jessica Lodge

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A Local's 10 Favorite Restaurants in Alief

Kravin' some smothered fries?

11/29/2022 By Keylee Paz

Hot & Spicy

Where to Get the Best Chili in Houston

We know your family recipe might be better, but try these local options on lazy winter days.

11/22/2022 By Stephanie Bartels and Claire Anderson

Save me a slice

6 of the Best Pie Places in Houston For All Your Holiday Needs

It's as easy as ... well ... pie.

11/11/2022 By Brittany Cristiano and Anna Rajagopal

Oh, The Choices

Our 20 Favorite Restaurants in Montrose

When it comes to Houston's most foodie-friendly neighborhood, take your pick.

09/23/2022 By Houstonia Staff

Best New Restaurants 2022

The Star-Studded History of Brennan’s of Houston—in Chefs

How Brennan’s has shaped Houston’s culinary scene, one rising star chef at a time.

09/22/2022 By Mai Pham

Trends

Filipino Cuisine Is Finally Having Its Moment

Here are three excellent places where you can enjoy it.

09/20/2022 By Mai Pham

Best New Restaurants 2022

Houston's Top 20 New Restaurants

We believe these impressive new restaurants are destined to become Houston classics.

09/19/2022 By Mai Pham, Phoebe Gibson, and Daniel Renfrow Photography by Shannon O'Hara and Kat Ambrose

Best Restaurants

The Top 5 Places to Satisfy Your Food Cravings

Looking for the absolute best bagel in town? Need the finest spot for Korean barbecue? These spots are the places to get them.

07/08/2022 By Houstonia Staff

Some like it hot

The 25 Spiciest Dishes in H-Town

We dare you to try them all.

07/16/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Famous Last Words

Here Were Houstonia’s Favorite Houston Restaurants in 2021

Former editor Timothy Malcolm highlighted his favorite spots of the year, and most of them are still open.

07/01/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Raw Deals: Houston's 10 Best Oyster Bars

'Tis the season to indulge in oysters.

02/23/2021 By Katharine Shilcutt, Timothy Malcolm, and Rosemary Akpan

Houstonia Magazine

Best Restaurants

The Family Dynasties behind Top Houston Restaurants

Our Favorite Restaurants in Houston’s Rice Village

Chef Christine Ha Dishes on Winning MasterChef and Opening Her New Restaurant

8 Houston Bakeries With Delectable Holiday Treats

A Local's 10 Favorite Restaurants in Alief

Where to Get the Best Chili in Houston

6 of the Best Pie Places in Houston For All Your Holiday Needs

Our 20 Favorite Restaurants in Montrose

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