Eat & Drink

Best Restaurants 2019

The Perfect Heights Food Crawl

Four new restaurants in one night? Oh, it can be done.

09/25/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Best Restaurants 2019

The Best New Restaurants in Houston in 2019

The 39 restaurants featured here show that there’s never been a better time to eat in Houston than at this very moment.

09/25/2019 By Timothy Malcolm, Gwendolyn Knapp, and Alice Levitt

Best Restaurants 2019

4 Houston Chefs to Watch Out For

These culinary stars share their thoughts on their awesome year—and what they've planned for year two.

09/25/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Best Restaurants 2019

The 20 Best Things We Ate in Houston This Year

These dishes from 20 new restaurants are already Houston classics.

09/25/2019 By Timothy Malcolm, Gwendolyn Knapp, and Alice Levitt

Best Restaurants 2019

Houston's Food Scene Has Never Been Better

Okay, we were denied James Beard Awards in 2019. But as the incredible new restaurants we've featured this year attest, we’re writing our own history, and lucky Houston diners are the better for it.

09/25/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Nacho Mama

Our Latest Obsession: Brisket Nachos at Candente

After one bite, this could top one man's all-time nacho rankings.

09/24/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

On the Rum

Tikila's Brings Tiki Vibes to the Heights

Find frozen margaritas and mojitos—plus three patios—at this new tropical spot.

09/24/2019 By Lauro Rojas

Headed East

Food News: Tobiuo Chef, Owners Reveal Move to the Inner Loop

Plus, you think you're the fastest pho eater in town?

09/23/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Cheers

Julep, a Houston Original, Celebrates Five Years

We talked to Alba Huerta about the success of her pioneering Southern cocktail bar.

09/20/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Imelda

Imelda Update: Restaurants and Bars Closed Today

We'll continue to update this list as the day continues.

09/19/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

First Bite

Savoir Has Happy Plates in the Heights

The wine bar and restaurant specializes in pizza, pasta, and small thrills.

09/19/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Bayou City Beer Club

Beer Reviews: Going Ga-Ga for Baa Baa Brewhouse

The small-batch brewery makes some fun, interesting hazy IPAs.

09/19/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

First Bite

Keeping History Alive at Montrose's Postino

The wine bar pays tribute to an iconic gay hangout while offering affordable sips.

09/18/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Lone Star Category

James Beard Awards Gives Texas Its Own Region

No more will Houston chefs have to vie with Colorado and the like.

09/17/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Sweet Redemption

Unlocking the Gifts That Come With This Cupcake Perks Program

As if we couldn't get more excited about Sprinkles's treats.

09/17/2019 By Joanna O'Leary

Chef's Special

Dory Fung Loves Seven-Course Beef

Where the celebrated pastry chef takes her appetite these days.

09/16/2019 By Carlos Brandon

Pure Re-imagination

Food News: The New Annie Café Is on Its Way

Plus, a winner is crowned in Houston's Iron Bartender competition.

09/16/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Freshening Up

Changes at Downtown's Coterie Give Chef a Fresh Start

Former Presidio chef Adam Dorris takes his talents to a new spot, and it's for the long haul.

09/13/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Prost!

Beer News: Where to Celebrate Oktoberfest in Houston

Plus, Ingenious has a new line of fruit beers.

09/13/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Throwing It Down

A Beachy Food Competition Awaits Houston Chefs Next Week

There's global supremacy at stake in Port Aransas.

09/12/2019 By Timothy Malcolm