Falling Action

River Oaks Theatre's Fate is Playing out Like a Movie

The back and forth between landlord and operator continues.

03/17/2021 By Desiree Cantu

Late and Great

On the Market: Real Estate Legend Gerald Hines's River Oaks Villa

The guy knew luxury.

03/11/2021 By Laura Furr Mericas

Shop Local

Our Favorite Shops in River Oaks

Whether you're looking for a new rug, your wedding dress, or an old map of Texas, you'll find it in River Oaks.

03/01/2021 By Catherine Wendlandt

Getting Real

Talking with the Ho Family about Their New Reality TV Series, House of Ho

Washington, Lesley, and Judy Ho explain how they decided to be so open in front of the cameras.

12/13/2020 By Brittany Cristiano

Classic for the modern lifestyle

On The Market: A River Oaks Abode That Balances Form and Family

Stature and surprise meet in this renovated stunner.

11/18/2020 By Laura Furr Mericas

Classic for the modern lifestyle

On The Market: A River Oaks Abode That Balances Form and Family

Stature and surprise meet in this renovated stunner.

11/13/2020 By Laura Furr Mericas

take me out

Comfort Food Takeout Guide: River Oaks/Upper Kirby

Fancy shrimp and risotto, classic burgers, and barbecue meat in bulk.

10/16/2020 Photography by Timothy Malcolm

Dine-In or Takeout

Our 11 Favorite Restaurants in River Oaks

From stalwart spots to exciting newcomers, the neighborhood is home to Houston's finest eateries.

09/03/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

And they're always glad you came

Get Concierge Service at This Mom-and-Pop River Oaks Pharmacy

At Apteek Pharmacy, find a "Cheers" atmosphere.

04/29/2020 By Krupali Laxmidas

Houston Globetrotter

Food News: Get a Peek Into the Newly Opened Traveler's Table

Plus, an exit (and lunch service) at Rosie Cannonball.

10/21/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Restaurant Review

At Verandah Progressive Indian Cuisine and Hu's Cooking, Bold Interpretations of Classic Cuisines

Indian and Chinese food get a refresh at these standout eateries.

07/22/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

First Bite

The 5 Dishes You Need to Eat at MAD

The new River Oaks restaurant is a funhouse ready to be explored.

07/18/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Burger Alert

Food News: Shake Shack is Coming Downtown

Plus, get $1 items at Malaysian street food hang Phat Eatery in Katy.

06/24/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Duck Season

Rabbit Is Indian Cuisine, and You Can Find It in River Oaks

From the chef who gave us Great W'Kana comes a few surprises.

06/19/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Happy for MAD

BCN Team Set to Open MAD on June 19

The cuisine of Madrid is coming to Houston, along with those awesome gin and tonics.

06/07/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Fresh Fish

Food News: A Bunch of Restaurants Are Coming to the Med Center

Plus, Ouzo Bay and Loch Bar will open soon in River Oaks.

05/30/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

In Bloom

Bayou Bend Soirées Draw Celebrity Guests and Boost the Budget by More Than a Mil

Last Friday's fashion show and Sunday's garden party were a chic success—just ask Kate Upton.

04/12/2019 By Abby Ledoux

Dream Homes

Dream Big: 10 Swoon-Worthy Homes In Our Top Neighborhoods of 2019

It’s said that peeking inside people’s houses is the last acceptable form of voyeurism. As such, we hope the 10 amazing homes we’ve picked to feature alongside our 10 favorite Houston neighborhoods of 2019 provide a thrill.

03/25/2019 Edited by Abby Ledoux

Dream Homes

An Elegant Home on a Hill—Yes, Even In Houston—In Crestwood

You can kayak down Buffalo Bayou from this home's backyard.

03/25/2019 By Morgan Kinney

Dream Homes

A Historic River Oaks Palace, Right on Buffalo Bayou

We hope whoever buys this house is someone who appreciates that it is steeped in Houston history.

03/25/2019 By Catherine Matusow