Eat & Drink

Better Than Starbucks

Cranberries, Cocoa Butter, and Caffeine: The Falalalala Lalala Latte

Drink in the holiday season at Doshi House.

12/09/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cold Weather Comfort Food

Winter Is Coming: Stock Up on Pierogie

For a Polish kid from upstate New York, there is only one place in Houston where December feels right: Polonia.

12/09/2014 By Cort McMurray

Low Budget Leisure

This Winter, Make a Cheap Date at Alamo Drafthouse

A $5 movie ticket and an inexpensive late-night menu are just a few of the presents Alamo Drafthouse has in store this season.

12/08/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Nov 29-Dec 4

Swapping one fried chicken joint for another

12/05/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Breakfast Battle

Christy's Donuts Introduces a Boudin Kolache

How does this bid to compete with Shipley Do-nuts pan out?

12/04/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

We Want You

Beans in Chili—Yes or No? Take Our Comfort Food Survey

When it comes to comfort food, we want to know what matters most to you—so tell us.

12/04/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Cheers!

Houstonia's Winter Six-Pack Now Available at Whole Foods

Warm up this winter with our curated selection of Houston's best seasonal craft beers.

12/03/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

A Soft Opening and Sliders at Urban Eats

A girl walks into a bar...and into Washington's newest eatery.

12/02/2014 By Natalie Harms

In and Out

Christian's Tailgate in West Houston Now Open

The Energy Corridor now has one more place for burgers and beer.

12/02/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Brews Blues

No Frozen Mugs: Craft Isn't Always Better Cold

The case against frozen glassware and other craft beer crimes

12/01/2014 By Wendy Cawthon

Spirited Away

Is Alba Huerta the Best Bartender in America?

The woman behind Julep makes the cover of Southwest Airlines' in-flight magazine.

12/01/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

Best Bars 2014

Houston’s Best Beer Bars: An Addendum

A few more local favorites to add to August 2014’s best-of list.

11/30/2014 Edited by Katharine Shilcutt By Dan Derozier, Catherine Matusow, Chris Abshire, and Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Best Bars 2014

4 Bars For Fun & Games

Trivia is just the beginning.

11/30/2014 Edited by Katharine Shilcutt By Dan Derozier, Catherine Matusow, Chris Abshire, and Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Best Bars 2014

Houston’s 4 Greatest Sports Bars

He shoots, you score—a winning round of food and beers, that is.

11/30/2014 Edited by Katharine Shilcutt By Dan Derozier, Catherine Matusow, Chris Abshire, and Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Best Bars 2014

The Best Dives & Ice Houses in Houston

Ours is a city with dive bars in abundance, but we dug a little deeper to put together a list every Houstonian must know.

11/30/2014 Edited by Katharine Shilcutt By Dan Derozier, Catherine Matusow, Chris Abshire, and Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Best Bars 2014

Houston’s 5 Most Romantic Bars

Get a little bit closer at these flirty favorites.

11/30/2014 Edited by Katharine Shilcutt By Dan Derozier, Catherine Matusow, Chris Abshire, and Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Best Bars 2014

Houston’s Top 6 Cocktail Bars

In the midst of a booming cocktail renaissance, and these bars—some newcomers, some old stalwarts—stand out from the pack.

11/30/2014 Edited by Katharine Shilcutt By Dan Derozier, Catherine Matusow, Chris Abshire, and Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Best Bars 2014

Where to Drink Wine in Houston

You've heard of heavy hitters? How about heavy pourers—four to be exact?

11/30/2014 Edited by Katharine Shilcutt By Dan Derozier, Catherine Matusow, Chris Abshire, and Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Best Bars 2014

Houston’s 6 Best Spirits Bars

Expand your palate at these establishments, where you’ll find the city’s largest selections of whiskey, rum, tequila and more—plus the knowledgeable staff to guide you on your journey.

11/30/2014 Edited by Katharine Shilcutt By Dan Derozier, Catherine Matusow, Chris Abshire, and Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Feature

The Best Bars in Houston 2014

A spirited guide to drinking in Houston.

11/30/2014