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

First Look

Perry's Steakhouse In River Oaks Opens Its Doors

There's much to admire about this first inner-Loop location of a Houston original.

02/11/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

What's Old is New Again

A Landmark River Oaks Property Gets a New Lease on Life

The former site of The Georgian will soon accommodate new apartments, townhomes, and retail and restaurant space.

01/25/2019 By Abby Ledoux

First Bite

In Handsome Digs, Bisou Tries a Lot of Things

The newest addition to River Oaks District will be a fun spot to watch the world go by.

10/30/2018 By Timothy Malcolm

Luxury Living

A Midcentury River Oaks Property Has Been Reimagined Into Posh Luxury Condos

Look inside luxury Westheimer high-rise The River Oaks.

06/21/2018 By Abby Ledoux

You Fancy Huh?

River Oaks Party Shows Off Luxury New Build 'The Branford'

The French modern home is listed just under $6.3 million.

06/08/2018 By Abby Ledoux

100 Best Shops

7 Places to Find the Finer Things

Are people still buying monogrammed stationery and crystal decanters? Absolutely.

04/24/2018 By Abby Ledoux