Cow Town

The 17 Best Steakhouses in Houston

Featured steakhouses in Houston include Taste of Texas, Mastro's Steakhouse and Killen's STQ

06/06/2022 By Mai Pham, Timothy Malcolm, Geneva Diaz, and Daniel Renfrow

Table for two, please

The 10 Most Romantic Tables in Town

Whether it's Valentine's Day or Friday night, these spots are sure to woo your beloved.

01/30/2020 By Gwendolyn Knapp

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

Up On The Roof

Food News: We Have the Deets on the New POST Houston

Plus, Turkey Leg Hut is expanding.

07/01/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Prime Time

Food News: The Woodlands Welcomes Killen's Steakhouse

Plus, watch acclaimed Vietnamese chef Nikki Tran on a new Netflix series this week.

04/29/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

0 For 11

Home Field Disadvantage: Houston Denied James Beard Awards

As all eyes focused on Space City for the nomination ceremony, there was a feeling of shock and disappointment.

03/27/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Inner Loop Love

Ronnie Killen to Open Comfort Food Restaurant in the Heights

The restaurateur will take over the old Hickory Hollow space.

03/25/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Awards Season

James Beard Award Semifinalists Announced; Chris Shepherd, Ninfa's in Running for Major Awards

Indigo chef Jonny Rhodes is among the contenders for Rising Star Chef of the Year.

02/27/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Cow Town

The Steak Lover's Guide to Houston

Steak is, and always will be, king in Houston.

10/22/2018 By Timothy Malcolm and Mai Pham

Cow Town

Ball Out With Houston's Most Expensive Steaks

There’s treating yourself, and then there’s treating yourself. Here’s where to go for an extra-special indulgence.

10/22/2018 By Mai Pham

Jumping In

Killen's Tex-Mex Restaurant to Open This Fall

The man behind successful barbecue and steak spots is heading into a new frontier.

09/12/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

The Meat Man Cometh

Ronnie Killen and Tex-Mex? It Looks Likely

The chances are growing stronger you'll be seeing barbecue enchiladas, tacos, and queso in Pearland soon.

09/10/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

Houston Rules

Houston Has 12 James Beard Award 2018 Semifinalists

"The Oscars of Food" really likes what Houston is doing.

02/15/2018 By Cory Garcia

Where to Find the Best Chocolate Desserts in Houston

Go on, eat your chocolate-loving heart out.

01/30/2018 By Joanna O'Leary

Restaurant Review

Big Resumes and Shareable Plates Unite Killen's STQ and Nobie's

The smoky, flavorful fare at Killen's STQ and Nobie's does not disappoint.

04/17/2017 By Alice Levitt

Dark & Lovely

Sugar Rush: Chocolate at Killen's Steakhouse

Think the meat palace is all about beef? Think again.

03/09/2017 By Alice Levitt

Joys of the Flesh

Killen's Barbecue Is Now Serving Dinner and Steak

The grill arrived this morning to cook up beefy dinners in the $20 range.

01/20/2017 By Alice Levitt

There's the Beef

Houston's Top Chefs Went Way Out with Wagyu at Soma Sushi

At the first annual Go Wagyu event, marbled beef was king.

05/16/2016 By Alice Levitt

Restaurant Review

Steakhouses Never Change—But Should They?

At Killen’s and the newest Pappas Bros., two modern steakhouses struggle with the pressures of contemporary cuisines and crowds.

03/31/2016 By Alice Levitt

First Look

Ronnie Killen's "Dream Steakhouse" Is Open for Business

The star chef brings his vision to life with this posh steakhouse in the heart of Pearland.

12/09/2015 By Megha Tejpal