DOWNTOWN DINING

A Guide to Downtown Houston's Food Halls

Houstonia's breakdown of downtown's food hall destinations including Bravery Chef Hall, Underground Hall, Understory, and more.

04/05/2022 By Megha McSwain

one-of-a-kind

POST Houston Is the Latest Entertainment Venue To Arrive in the City

Coming this fall to bring community via food, art and music.

09/14/2021 By Laura Furr Mericas

First Bite

Learn a Whole Lot More about Oysters at This Bravery Chef Hall Spot

Margaux's Oyster Bar wants to teach you a little about "meroir."

06/16/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Developing News

Midtown Project to Host Conservatory Food Hall, Hot Chicken Eatery

The popular hall is coming back, and a California-based spot is joining them.

02/11/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Eat at Home

What We're Ordering Out This Week: Big Mac-Style Awesomeness, Fried Chicken Night

Do you want a traditional golden and crispy bird? Or would you rather it go in a maki roll?

01/27/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Let Me Roll It

Food News: Modern Sushi Concept Opens in Midtown

Plus, a popular Malaysian concept cuts ties with a ghost kitchen food hall.

12/28/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Charitable Giving

10 Ways to Make a Difference in Another Houstonian's Life

Make it count.

12/10/2020 By Timothy Malcolm, Emma Schkloven, Denise Cathey, and Catherine Wendlandt

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

2019-20

Rice Village Food Hall Politan Row Shutters

After a strong opening, the hall couldn't rebound from Covid-19 impacts.

11/13/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Smoke Travels

Food News: Popular Smokehouse Now Ships Meats Nationwide

Plus, welcome The Bearded Baker to the Heights.

11/09/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Get to Know Cochi's

Breakout Chef Bringing Mexican Street Food to the Heights

Here's the next chapter for the talented Victoria Elizondo.

11/03/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Eat at Home

What We're Ordering Out: Barbecue, Fried Chicken, and Fusion Fries

We also try to balance out all that meat consumption with a kale salad.

10/14/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

No Dining In

Blodgett Food Hall in the Third Ward Is a Haven for Ghost Kitchens

A number of well-known and fresh names in Houston food are cooking things up in this new space.

07/30/2020 By Joanna O'Leary

This Is A White

Food News: Bring a Wine Expert Home for a Class

Plus, after a year away, Bar Victor is back.

05/25/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Musical Chairs

Anticipated Downtown Food Hall Has a New Operator

Lyric Market will open in late 2020, according to its new leaders.

05/04/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

New Way Forward

After Turmoil, Downtown's Finn Hall Re-Emerges With New Leadership

The food hall's operator has enlisted a Houston hospitality pro to help lead it into the future.

03/09/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Food Hall Guide

New Food Halls to Look Forward to in 2020

In addition to two new Conservatory locations, expect markets to open in Midtown, Downtown, and more.

01/30/2020 By Timothy Malcolm and Gwendolyn Knapp

Food Hall Guide

Railway Heights On the Washington Corridor to Open This Summer

The new food hall will feature a dog park, weekend farmers markets, and a 10,000-square-foot beer garden.

01/30/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Food Hall Guide

6 Reasons to Visit the Sprawling, Wonder-Filled Finn Hall

Order pecan pie at Goode Co. Taqueria, chow down on crab cakes at Low Tide, and even spot a celebrity or two at this food hall.

01/30/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

Food Hall Guide

Understory, in the Downtown Tunnels, Offers Both Food and Fun

Connecting to five tunnels, the food hall offers a sprawling space to hang out in, whether for lunch or late-night drinks.

01/30/2020 By Timothy Malcolm