Dining Out

Famous and Fried

Welcome to Sweetie Pie's Is Filming in Houston and the Food Is Fantastic

Want to play an extra while eating oxtails? Head to Sweet Times.

07/14/2017 By Alice Levitt

Super Fudge

The Brownie at Presidio Is the Best Brownie in the World

No, really.

07/14/2017 By Alice Levitt

What a Melon

Helen Greek Food & Wine Has the Perfect Summer Dish

The halloumi karpouzi has us refreshed, Hellenic-style.

07/13/2017 By Alice Levitt

Hard to Egg Nori

You've Got to Try Ka Sushi's Brand-New Brunch

Is Japanese brunch Houston's newest trend?

07/12/2017 By Alice Levitt

More Butter, More Better

First Bite: 85°C Bakery Café

The "Starbucks of Taiwan" opens today in Chinatown.

07/07/2017 By Alice Levitt

Cool Beans

Our 10 Favorite Coffee Shops in the Suburbs

From Spring to Richmond—here's where to get caffeinated without going to the city.

07/06/2017 By Allyson Waller

Keep Houston Weird

Houston Is the New Austin—At Least at the Table

Austin-based restaurants are making the move to Houston—is it for the better?

07/06/2017 By Spencer Vogel

Spicing Things Up

First Bite: Tarka Indian Kitchen

Check out the Heights' new fast-casual Indian spot.

07/05/2017 By Alice Levitt

Eastward Ho!

Dim Sum With Cocktail Pairings? Yauatcha's Got It

From soup dumplings to "popcorn tea," this tasting is an adventure.

07/05/2017 By Nath Pizzolatto

Throwing Shade

First Bite: Alice Blue

The longtime Heights favorite begins its second wind.

07/03/2017 By Alice Levitt

Menemen & More

Better Make a Reservation for Brunch at Nazif’s Turkish Grill

The Briarmeadow restaurant has one of Houston's most booming buffets.

06/30/2017 By Alice Levitt

Surf & Turf

First Bite: Roka Akor

River Oaks becomes host to the Japanese-themed chain's fifth location.

06/29/2017 By Alice Levitt

There's the Beef

Which Day of the Week Has the Best Steak Night?

Looking to eat steak in a bar? Here's how to do it.

06/26/2017 By Beth Levine

The Dark Night

The Worst Idea in Houston Dining

We like the food at Potente, but something else is making it hard to enjoy.

06/23/2017 By Alice Levitt

Serving Fish

First Bite: Seaside Poke

Local ingredients and cheffy inspiration make this Houston's thinking man's poke.

06/22/2017 By Alice Levitt

Fit Food

Chinese and Israeli Food Meet in Meyerland

Whether or not you keep kosher, Saba's Grill & Wok has plenty of options.

06/22/2017 By Alice Levitt

The Best Places to Grab a Picnic in Houston

These three meals are already boxed up and ready to eat (in the shade).

06/21/2017 By Alice Levitt

10 Brand-New Downtown Restaurants to Dine at Right Now

There's never been a better time to brave the one-way streets and parking meters: Downtown has dressed up for dinner.

06/21/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

The Bird's the Word

Get Your Fried Chicken Fix at These 11 International Eateries

In Houston, you can get fried chicken from across the world. And you absolutely should.

06/21/2017 By Alice Levitt

Making Dough

Koala Kolache Opens Imminently in Cypress

Doughnut doyenne Vatsana Souvannavong moves and upgrades with a new store and recipes.

06/15/2017 By Alice Levitt

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