Eat, Drink, Hou

What to Eat, Drink, and Do in Houston This Weekend: August 1

Houston Restaurant Weeks feasts, White Linen Night celebrations, dessert cocktails, and a mango-scented foam party—here’s your weekend playbook.

08/01/2025 By Brittany Britto Garley and Meredith Nudo

Urban Revival

Downtown Houston Is in Its Postpandemic Glow-Up Era

The area is bustling with new art initiatives, restaurants, bars, apartments, and more.

06/30/2025 By Uvie Bikomo

Downtown bites

Our Favorite Restaurants in Houston’s Underground Tunnels

Escape the Houston heat with this six-mile network of (air-conditioned!) tunnels packed with restaurants.

06/25/2025 By Daniel Renfrow

To the Future

Modernist Architecture Is Here to Stay in Houston

Great style, accessibility, and sustainability all factor into Houston having its eye on the future.

02/26/2025 By Diane Cowen

City Hall 101

Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Houston City Council Meetings

…but were afraid to ask.

01/27/2025 By Emily Hynds

It’s Lit

Houston Holiday Light Displays to Bring Out Your Inner Child

That is the reason for the season.

11/08/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Houstorian

The Tall (but True) Story of Houston’s Skyscrapers

Over more than 100 years, the city’s high-rises have reached farther and farther up to make the iconic skyline we admire today.

09/12/2024 By James Glassman

Show Bites

The Best Places to Grab a Bite in Houston’s Theater District

Downtown Houston has so many dining options, but these are the best spots to visit before your show.

08/12/2024 By Daniel Renfrow

The Must List

Run, Don’t Walk, to Solar Dust at Post Houston

The immersive art installation kicks off the venue’s new Art Club space.

06/21/2024 By Meredith Nudo

Luxe Living

The Houston High-Rise Apartments That May Be Worth $2,000 (Maybe)

From offering amazing downtown views to smart home technology, the city’s newest luxury properties are competing for high-earning residents.

06/07/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Local Playgrounds

Your Complete Guide to Houston Neighborhoods

From bustling downtown to hip Montrose, we have all the recommendations for where to eat, drink, and play.

06/05/2024 Edited by Emma Balter

Heart of the City

How to Hang Out in Downtown Houston like You’re Not a Tourist

Follow this true local’s guide to downtown, from IYKYK spots to touristy stuff that’s actually worth your time.

05/30/2024 By Meredith Nudo and Sofia Gonzalez

Local Retreats

Luxury Hotels Are Popping Up in Trendy Houston Neighborhoods

Move over, downtown and the Galleria. Accommodations are coming to cooler areas of the city.

03/15/2024 By Uvie Bikomo

Arts Haven

Houston’s New Lynn Wyatt Square Has Transformed This City Block

Renovations to the old Jones Plaza have created a new anchor to the city’s arts district.

12/07/2023 By Uvie Bikomo

Public Art

Houston’s Latest Murals Tell the Story of the City

In the past five years, new public artworks have beautified neighborhoods and inspired us to stop and look.

09/13/2023 Photography by Anthony Rathbun By Emma Balter

Riding Solo

Fun Ideas for Solo Adventures in Houston

Explore the city’s underground tunnel system or tour Houston’s murals.

07/11/2023 By Danielle Wright

Houston Landmark

La Carafe Is a Cozy Celebration of Houston’s Past

And did we mention that it’s haunted?

03/29/2023 By Meredith Nudo

Fifth Ward Takes Center Stage at The MAG's Southern Glory Show

Prauper Studios’ first visual arts exhibition of 2023 marks "full circle moment" for The Modern Art Gallery.

02/23/2023 By Shelby Stewart

BAR SCENE

The Margaritas at La Diabla Retro Bar Are Sinfully Good

This new downtown tequila bar is an ode to Mexico City pop culture of the ‘80s and ‘90s.

02/15/2023 By Daniel Renfrow

H-TOWN NEIGHBORHOODS

Our Favorite Houston Neighborhoods (Right Now)

Home to quirky art venues, delicious culinary adventures, and an abundance of world-class entertainment options, check out our list of hot Houston hoods.

01/19/2023 By Meredith Nudo, Phoebe Gibson, and Reyes Ramirez Edited by Daniel Renfrow