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

Changing the Game

Amrina Team Moves to Fast-Casual with New Midtown Concepts

They take the same care with the fried chicken at Pok Pok Po and the bowls, wraps, and salads at Bol as they do at their fine-dining Woodlands restaurant.

03/05/2025 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

In the Middle

24 Reasons Why Midtown Is an Underrated Houston Neighborhood

Midtown might get overshadowed by its neighbors, but staples like the Breakfast Club, Double Trouble, Mai’s, and My Flaming Heart make it worth a visit.

05/08/2024 By Reyes Ramirez and 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

Hot Plate

Chef David Cordúa’s New Restaurant Will Make You Feel Right at Home

The cozy eatery inside The Ion is a love letter to Chef David Cordúa’s family.

01/16/2023 By Shelby Stewart

ANCIENT FUN

A New Babylon-Themed Nightclub Opens in Midtown This Weekend

The nightclub, fittingly called Babylon, is kicking things off this weekend with lots of house music and, controversially, exotic animals.

07/06/2022 By Daniel Renfrow

A Pizza is a pizza is a pizza

The Gypsy Poet Studio: Where Music, Pizza, and Art Collide

This hidden midtown gem builds community for artists and pizza lovers.

05/31/2022 By Mai Pham

Pump It Up

Get Moving at These Local Fitness Events This Month

Here’s where you can find a sweat sesh throughout the month of April.

04/01/2022 By Danielle Wright

Cheers!

5 Things To Do In Houston This Weekend, March 25-27

The Bayou City Arts Festival is back this weekend.

03/24/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Out and About

5 Things To Do In Houston This Weekend, March 18-20

George Strait and Ashley McBryde will close out Rodeo Houston Sunday.

03/17/2022 By Shelby Stewart

Fiesta

Couldn’t Make It to Houston’s Latin Fest? Here’s What You Missed

Midtown Park was the destination spot this weekend to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

09/29/2021 By Danielle Wright

Famous Last Words

Here Were Houstonia’s Favorite Houston Restaurants in 2021

Former editor Timothy Malcolm highlighted his favorite spots of the year, and most of them are still open.

07/01/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

First Look

Spend Your Dog Days at This New Midtown Bar

Unleash your canine on Barkley’s, where you and your good boy or girl can have a beer.

06/25/2021 By Carolina Larracilla

First Bite

The Delights Are in the Details at Kanau Sushi

Trust the chef to put his unique spin on the expected.

05/19/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

First Look

Get to Know The Ion, Midtown's Emerging Innovation Hub

With major tenants, a Houston-first mentality, and big-name chefs at the ready, it holds promise.

05/14/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Yelp ... Welp?

Yelp's List of Texas Foodie Favorites Features Plenty of Houston Love

The review site reported the top 100 spots in the state, and a Midtown pizzeria rated really high.

05/12/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Ion This

Houston's Favorite Father-Son Duo Is Back with a Midtown Bar and Restaurant

David and Michael Cordúa will open The Lymbar, a nod to a multicultural Westbury block.

05/04/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Food News

Dallas-Based Zalat Pizza Is Bringing Elote and Pho Flavors to Houston

Plus, don't miss your chance to try Still Tippin' Cone, the Chick'nCone and Slim Thug collab.

04/19/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Piece of the Pie

Austin's Home Slice Pizza Will Heat up Midtown This Fall

The famed New York-style pizzeria is fitting next to the Breakfast Klub.

03/18/2021 By Timothy Malcolm