Dear Governor

As Restaurateurs Push State Government, Alcohol Regulations Loosened

One well-known Houston owner/operator is trying to empower food and beverage industry folks.

03/19/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Eat Local

How to Support Restaurants, Establishments Right Now

Even if you're staying home, you can do something to help local spots.

03/13/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

The Originals

An Ode to Our Favorite Martini in Houston at Tongue-Cut Sparrow

Balance out that Jack and Coke with something refined.

03/10/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

The Heater

Our Latest Obsession: Spaghetti at Penny Quarter

Cucumber? Why yes. Also, those fiery green peppercorns. Trust us.

02/25/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Restaurant Review

Looking for a Great Neighborhood Restaurant? Try Squable or Roma

In the Heights and Rice Village, these two restaurants fit right in.

08/26/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Sippin' Pretty

How to Do a Montrose Wine Crawl

Two new concepts are just begging you to try that Austrian red. Also that new Napa rosé. Also ...

08/23/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Pasta Party

Our Latest Obsession: Spaghetti Sammie at Better Luck Tomorrow

When you're in the mood for carbs, double down with this compact Sunday dinner.

05/22/2019 By Joanna O'Leary

First Look

First Bite: Squable

The Heights restaurant from Justin Yu and Bobby Heugel shines a light on emerging talents.

05/01/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Penny For Your Thoughts

Food News: Heugel, Yu Announce Plans for Next Move in Montrose

Plus, Antone's Famous Po' Boys announces a Med Center location.

03/25/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Restaurant News

Get Excited about Squable

The new collaboration from Justin Yu and Bobby Heugel is opening this spring.

02/15/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Phi Slamma Concept

Food News: Two of Houston's Big Culinary Names Are Teaming Up Again

Plus, Boomtown Coffee is the newest name joining a hyped food hall.

12/03/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

Bar Rescue

Anvil's Heugel to Take Over Spot Next to Anvil, But Don't Expect More Anvil

While popular '80s bar Etro Lounge relocates, we wait for what's next in Montrose.

07/03/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

Beard Bites

Justin Yu and Bobby Heugel Will Open Their Heights Bar in April

Better Luck Tomorrow replaces Dry Creek on Yale Street.

03/29/2017 By Alice Levitt

Cheers!

Bobby Heugel Quietly Opens a New Downtown Cocktail Bar

Tongue-Cut Sparrow promises to be "an ambitious formal cocktail bar."

01/27/2017 By Katharine Shilcutt

Hidden Houston

Houston Life Hacks: 5 Famous Locals Share Their Tips

On where to park downtown, how to fight the sun, and why to ride your bike

10/24/2016 By Sarah Rufca Nielsen

Settle Up

Anvil Bar & Refuge Closed for Renovations

A few fresh coats of paint, a deep-clean, and more are in store for the craft cocktail giant.

01/12/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Awards Season

Houston Chefs Named Semifinalists for 2014 James Beard Awards

Three Houston chefs recognized as semifinalists for prestigious dining prize.

02/19/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt

New Downtown Saloons

Pastry War, Trigger Happy

Downtown revival to get additional lubrication

05/10/2013 By Robb Walsh