Good Game: Where to Get Quail, Venison, and More In Houston
We all have that relative who goes into the woods and insists on emerging with a dreadful dinner. And now that we've reached turkey-hunting season (opening day is Saturday), they'll be coming (ahem) out of the woodwork.
If hunting for your food isn't your thing, don't fear. These restaurant dishes will have you rethinking the dry, pungent game you grew up with thanks to attractive, flavorful interpretations.
Duck: Bistro Menil
Crisp duck confit has sensibly become a signature at chef Greg Martin’s artful bistro. The entrée—a tender, salty leg—is served with a pomegranate glaze. Duck confit also appears on a salad with mixed greens, pears, pecans, and pomegranate seeds.
Turkey: New York Bagels and Coffee Shop
Northern diners and delis are responsible for our favorite year-round turkey dish, the open-face hot turkey sandwich. It’s tough to find in Houston, but they’ve got it here, and you can replace the typical bread with a bagel.
Quail: Goode Co.’s Armadillo Palace
This Houston stalwart enjoyed a culinary upgrade recently, which included this elevated take on hunting camp cuisine. A mini cast-iron pan is filled with creamy white cheddar grits and lined bacon-wrapped quail legs.
Venison: Field & Tides
That jerky Gramps made has nothing to do with the ruby rare chops on offer at this Heights eatery. It’s served with baby heirloom carrots, date labneh, a blackberry reduction and peanut cocoa crumble.
