Eat & Drink

Essay

How Menudo Came to Define Family and Holidays

Once known as the “soup of the poor,” it’s now a staple special occasion dish for many families, including my own.

05/02/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Another Round

Where to Go for a Great Margarita in Houston

Take the edge off with an ice-cold margarita from one of these local restaurants and bars.

04/30/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

New Digs

Brennan’s Wants Its Reimagined Bar to Be Houston’s Hangout

The new space allows the fine-dining restaurant to host diners in a more casual way.

04/23/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

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

Celebration

With Half a Century Under Its Belt, Hungry’s Remains a Houston Staple

The next generation of the family-owned business is working to have the restaurants around another 50 years and beyond.

04/16/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Baseball Bites

The Must-Try Food at Daikin Park This Baseball Season

We taste-tested some new items, from a General Tso’s sandwich to an alligator boudin quesadilla.

04/15/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Reasons to Love Houston

Houston Is the Best City in the Country to Eat on a Budget

Here are our favorite bites under $10.

04/09/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Oscars of Food

Announcing Houston's James Beard Award Finalists for 2025

Houston finally does well in the nominee round, with four local restaurants and chefs advancing in this year's awards.

04/02/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Reasons to Love Houston

Why Chefs in Houston Are So Supportive of One Another

The city's restaurant workers could be highly competitive, but instead, there's a sense of camaraderie that's unique to Houston.

04/02/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Reasons to Love Houston

Let's Play Houston Food Bingo

So many international cuisines are available right here in Houston.

04/01/2025 By Emma Balter

Togetherness

New Heights Restaurant Camaraderie Will Make You Feel Right at Home

Shawn Gawle, formerly of Goodnight Hospitality, serves refined but nostalgic American cuisine that’s meant to be shared.

03/26/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

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

Farm Fresh

The Best Farmers Markets to Shop for Food in Houston

Skip out on a grocery store run and head to one of these gems instead.

03/21/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Bayougraphy

Meet the 26-Year-Old Executive Chef Behind Maximo’s New Menu

Adrian Torres is mixing his Mexican culture with modern cooking to bring the best dishes to Local Food Group’s newly revamped restaurant.

03/19/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Hidden Fun

Finding These Houston Speakeasies Will Pay Off

Put your detective skills to the test to visit these fun restaurants and bars.

03/18/2025 By Megha McSwain and Daniel Renfrow

The Classics

How Yale Street Grill Has Thrived by Staying Exactly the Same

The restaurant might now be known for its delicious burgers and breakfast plates, but when it opened in 1923, it was known as Yale Street Pharmacy.

03/18/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Checking In

How It’s Going at Houston’s New Michelin-Starred Restaurants

The six restaurants have seen an increase in business with people coming from all over the state. But what’s next?

03/12/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Yeehaw

Our Favorite (and Not So Favorite) Food at the Houston Rodeo

Some of the best bites include a spicy-pickle fruit roll-up (trust us on that one) and a fried red velvet twinkie.

03/07/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Changing the Game

Amrina Team Moves to Fast-Casual with New Midtown Concepts

They take the same care with the fried chicken at Pok Pok Po and the bowls, wraps, and salads at Bol as they do at their fine-dining Woodlands restaurant.

03/05/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Alfresco

Your Fun Spring Guide to Houston Patios

Enjoy the lovely weather while sipping on a cocktail at these outdoor bars and restaurants.

02/28/2025 By Emma Balter

Houstonia Magazine

Eat & Drink

How Menudo Came to Define Family and Holidays

Where to Go for a Great Margarita in Houston

Brennan’s Wants Its Reimagined Bar to Be Houston’s Hangout

The Best Italian Restaurants Houston Has to Offer

With Half a Century Under Its Belt, Hungry’s Remains a Houston Staple

The Must-Try Food at Daikin Park This Baseball Season

Houston Is the Best City in the Country to Eat on a Budget

Announcing Houston's James Beard Award Finalists for 2025

Why Chefs in Houston Are So Supportive of One Another

Let's Play Houston Food Bingo

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