Culinary careers

Meet Houston’s Career Servers Who Made Restaurants and Hospitality Their Calling

Houston’s career servers have spent decades caring for diners, shaping restaurant culture, and turning service into a profession.

01/30/2026 By Sofia Gonzalez

The Classics

Inside Brennan’s of Houston: A Creole Classic with 58 Years of History

The Midtown restaurant has survived floods, fire, and even a Hollywood cameo—cementing its place as one of Houston’s most enduring dining landmarks.

10/24/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Our best eats

The 8 Houston Dishes We Couldn’t Put Down in September 2025

The plates that lingered on our palates this month—a birria feast built for two, a carrot course that redefines the root, and Nobie’s cult-favorite Dilly Bread.

09/30/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez and Houstonia Staff

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

MAKE IT A DOUBLE

Celebrate National Margarita Day at These 20 Spots

Frozen with a twist, or on the rocks with a Tajín rim, we’ve got the cocktails you crave.

02/19/2023

Best New Restaurants 2022

The Star-Studded History of Brennan’s of Houston—in Chefs

How Brennan’s has shaped Houston’s culinary scene, one rising star chef at a time.

09/22/2022 By Mai Pham

Making Moves

Food News: Chris Shepherd's Protégé Gets Top Chef Spot at Brennan's

The man behind plenty of One Fifth's success will now lead a top Houston kitchen.

04/26/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Bowl or cup?

The Best 15 Soups to Warm You Up in Houston

There’s a soup for your every craving here in the Bayou City.

11/30/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Inspect these gadgets

The Best Kitchen Gadgets, According to the Professionals

Houston chefs and food professionals recommend their favorites.

11/16/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Fresh Baked

Food News: Restaurant Featuring Houston's Bread Man Set to Open

Plus, a popular New York-inspired delicatessen is moving ... which means another local mainstay is closing.

08/10/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Feast Your Eyes

We Tried the Houston Restaurant Heat-and-Eat Meals from H-E-B

Which dishes do well after taking them home from the grocery store? We tested them.

04/21/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Act Like a Chef

Find Houston Restaurant Favorites, Local Products at H-E-B

The grocery chain is supporting chefs and producers through new partnerships.

04/03/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

City of Dreams

Finding Home a World Away: Central America

Seven immigrants from Central America share their stories.

03/02/2020 By Timothy Malcolm, Catherine Matusow, Gwendolyn Knapp, Schaefer Edwards, and Erica Hernandez

Sizzling

Food News: Two Houston Steakhouses Earn High Marks

Plus, a favorite Indian restaurant is adding another location in town.

12/16/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

The Best Restaurants for Celebrations

When you want a night out to feel like an occasion, head to one of these fancy, festive eateries.

10/28/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Cooking It Old School

Meet the Man Who's Been Serving Up Fine Dining at Brennan's for 45 Years

No one makes a café Brûlot quite like the Monterrey native.

10/23/2019 By Alice Levitt

On a Roll

Food News: We're Approaching Hand Roll Time in the Heights

Plus, Indigo is celebrating its anniversary with a block party.

07/22/2019 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

Lawsuit Claims Late Brennan's Bartender Raped Customer

The plaintiff alleges the restaurant exhibited negligence, implicating a former manager.

01/28/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Flipped Upside Down

Food News: Carmelo's Closed For Major Renovations

Plus, get to know a little more about the new Perry's in River Oaks.

01/28/2019 By Timothy Malcolm