The Classics

At 90 Years, Pizzitola’s BBQ Has Embraced a New Chapter

The restaurant remains a staple in Houston, and is now leaning into its heritage with new ownership.

05/13/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

The Classics

How Yale Street Grill Has Thrived by Staying Exactly the Same

The restaurant might now be known for its delicious burgers and breakfast plates, but when it opened in 1923, it was known as Yale Street Pharmacy.

03/18/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Meat lovers

A Deep Dive into Steak Night, Houston’s Most Popular Food Special

It’s been a thing for as long as people can remember, and local bars and restaurants have used the tradition to their advantage.

09/18/2024 By Sofia Gonzalez

Pioneers

The Family Dynasties behind Top Houston Restaurants

Meet the people who helped put the city on the map for its food.

04/04/2024 By Phoebe Gibson

Food Essay

How Eating Pozole Helps Me Hold Onto My Roots

A personal dish that's best enjoyed during the holidays.

11/22/2021 By Reyes Ramirez

Looking Back

At 80 Years, Molina's Still Riding High

Putting family first, the Mexican restaurant has remained one of our most treasured spots.

06/21/2021 By Jaisal Kalapatapu

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

Food is Family

The Story of Houston, Told Through Food

The new 'Food & Family' exhibit at the Heritage Society Museum Gallery dives deep into the dynamics that produced Houston's foodie culture.

10/05/2017 By Nandi Howard

Travel

New York City's First Foods and Where to Find Them

You haven't eaten a Reuben (or a hot dog, or Baked Alaska, or eggs Benedict) until you've eaten the original iterations in the Big Apple.

01/20/2017 By Bill Wiatrak