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Tex-Mex Forever

The 10 Best Tex-Mex Restaurants in Houston

Houston gave the country fajitas. These restaurants show why the city's Tex-Mex scene is still worth the argument.

07/02/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley and Sofia Gonzalez

Far Out

At Houston’s Jantra, Chef G Is Cooking from the Moon

The James Beard Award-winning Thai chef behind Street to Kitchen opens a new tasting menu restaurant without limits.

06/24/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley Photography by Bethany Ochs

Taco Town

The 26 Best Tacos in Houston

Breakfast tacos, carne asada, cochinita pibil, and every Houston taco worth driving across town for.

04/27/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley and Sofia Gonzalez

Mudbugs

The Best Crawfish Restaurants in Houston Right Now

Mudbugs done Viet-Cajun, classic Louisiana style, and everything in between.

03/20/2026 By Brittany Britto Garley and Sofia Gonzalez

Bayougraphy

The Story Behind Thomas Bille’s Belly of the Beast in Spring

One of the best chefs in Texas didn’t think cooking was in his future.

01/02/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

Where We’re Eating Now

Houston’s Best Restaurants: Our Top 50

Everyone has a list. Here's ours.

12/23/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Houstonia Staff

Chinese Comfort

Where to Find the Best Chinese Food in Houston

Houston’s Chinese food scene runs deep, with everything from fiery Sichuan dishes to Cantonese seafood and classic dim sum.

12/15/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Emma Balter

By the Dozen

The Best Tamales in Houston for the Holidays and Beyond

Where to find Houston’s most beloved tamales—steamed, smothered, Oaxacan-style, and Tex-Mex classics wrapped in tradition.

11/19/2025 By Geneva Diaz, Sofia Gonzalez, and Daniel Renfrow

Marrying cuisines

10 Must-Try Fusion Dishes in Houston Right Now

From bagel naan to brisket fried rice, these Houston fusion dishes mix culture and creativity in every bite.

10/15/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley, Erica Cheng, and Sofia Gonzalez

Bread Winners

The Best Bakeries Defining Houston’s Sweet and Savory Side

For a taste of home or discovering new flavors, there’s nothing better than sampling the city’s variety of pastries.

10/15/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez, Emma Balter, and Phoebe Gibson

A Tavola

The Best Italian Restaurants Houston Has to Offer

Order a classic cacio e pepe or a creative pizza at one of these local spots.

04/22/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Daniel Renfrow

Sando Paradise

The Top Spots in Houston for a Great Sandwich

Whether you want a banh mi, po'boy, or a classic deli sub, these restaurants have you covered.

03/25/2025 By Claire Anderson, Sofia Gonzalez, and Brooke Viggiano

Chinese Comfort

Where to Find the Best Chinese Food in Houston

Houston’s Chinese food scene runs deep, with everything from fiery Sichuan dishes to Cantonese seafood and classic dim sum.

10/22/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez and Emma Balter

All the Rolls

Houston Sushi Spots That Should Be on Your Bucket List

Head on over to one of these restaurants for a date night filled with great Japanese bites.

09/09/2024 By Phoebe Gibson and Sofia Gonzalez

Tried and True

Neighborhood Restaurants in Houston We Visit Again and Again

They may not always get the spotlight, but these community gathering places are special.

08/28/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Show Bites

The Best Places to Grab a Bite in Houston’s Theater District

Downtown Houston has so many dining options, but these are the best spots to visit before your show.

08/12/2024 By Daniel Renfrow

LATTE DA!

The Best Coffee Shops in Houston to Satisfy Caffeine Cravings

From basic espressos to cultural coffees, here's where to go.

08/06/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez and Brooke Viggiano

Smoked

The Houston Barbecue Hall of Fame

We went out in search of tender brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, and creative sides that speak to Houstonians’ palate.

05/30/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez and Emma Balter

Fired Up

Where to Discover the Whole World of Houston’s Indian Food

There’s so much diversity within the cuisine of the subcontinent, and in the Bayou City, you can pretty much have it all.

05/29/2024 By Biju Sukumaran

Sizzle City

The Most Unique Steak Houses in Houston

There are plenty of restaurants to choose from for a good cut of meat, so we took on the Herculean task of narrowing them down to our absolute favorites.

05/07/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez and Emma Balter

Houstonia Magazine

Best Restaurants

The 10 Best Tex-Mex Restaurants in Houston

At Houston’s Jantra, Chef G Is Cooking from the Moon

The 26 Best Tacos in Houston

The Best Crawfish Restaurants in Houston Right Now

The Story Behind Thomas Bille’s Belly of the Beast in Spring

Houston’s Best Restaurants: Our Top 50

Where to Find the Best Chinese Food in Houston

The Best Tamales in Houston for the Holidays and Beyond

10 Must-Try Fusion Dishes in Houston Right Now

The Best Bakeries Defining Houston’s Sweet and Savory Side

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Houston’s Best Restaurants: Our Top 50

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The Best Italian Restaurants Houston Has to Offer

The Best Italian Restaurants Houston Has to Offer

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Houston Sushi Spots That Should Be on Your Bucket List

Neighborhood Restaurants in Houston We Visit Again and Again

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The Best Coffee Shops in Houston to Satisfy Caffeine Cravings

The Houston Barbecue Hall of Fame

Where to Discover the Whole World of Houston’s Indian Food

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