Reasons to Love Houston

Houston Is the Best City in the Country to Eat on a Budget

Here are our favorite bites under $10.

04/09/2025 By Sofia Gonzalez

Sando Paradise

The Top Spots in Houston for a Great Sandwich

Whether you want a banh mi, po'boy, or a classic deli sub, these restaurants have you covered.

03/25/2025 By Claire Anderson, Sofia Gonzalez, and Brooke Viggiano

Houstonia Approved

We Need This New Sandwich Spot in Every Neighborhood in Houston

Christine Ha’s Stuffed Belly is a winner, we just wish it was closer.

07/31/2023 By Emma Balter

Oh Baby

The Summer of Sandwich Is on at Brett's BBQ Shop

Someone tempted our dining editor by making his native city's official sandwich.

06/09/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Nothing Fowl Here

The Bird's the Word: Our Favorite Fried Chicken Sandwiches in Houston

Whether Nashville hot or naked, these are our poultry picks.

05/13/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

The Cost of Trendiness

We Ordered David Chang's Fuku Chicken Sandwich

You won't believe how much we paid for this experience.

04/13/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

Eat at Home

What We're Ordering Out This Week: Pho, Meaty Sandwiches, Fine Focaccia

Also, we sit outside and eat some barbecue in Tomball.

01/06/2021 By Timothy Malcolm

On Tap

Food News: Pour-Your-Own Booze Bar to Open Soon

Plus, a popular Korean fried chicken concept is coming to Houston.

10/12/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

Eat at Home

What We're Ordering Out: Afghan, Mexican, Turkish, Japanese, and a Sandwich

It isn't hard to indulge in a world of flavors when you live in Houston.

09/09/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

I like Ike

Ike's Has Monster Sandwiches, Throws Some Heaters

A writer binges on the big-time offerings after watching an old episode of reality TV.

01/28/2020 By Joanna O'Leary

Pick Six

Where You Should Eat This Month: January 2020

Hey, it's crawfish season. Time to gather your friends and get twisting.

01/07/2020 By Timothy Malcolm

First Bite

First Time at Mendocino Farms? Try the Fall Specials

A Napa Valley salad and a banh mi (seriously) are reasons to check it out.

10/11/2019 By Joanna O'Leary

Spend Spend Spend

BCK Gives Us Yet Another Ultra-Expensive Sandwich

For $100, you get a peanut butter and jelly sandwich on white bread. But there is a catch.

10/10/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Headed East

Food News: Tobiuo Chef, Owners Reveal Move to the Inner Loop

Plus, you think you're the fastest pho eater in town?

09/23/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

What's at Steak Here?

Is Antone's Really Serving One of America's Best Sandwiches?

Giving the Tex-Mex Cheesesteak a serious critique.

09/06/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Roll Player

Food News: Former Astros No. 1 Pick Is Now Slinging Sandwiches

Plus, Present Company has rolled out a CBD cocktail.

08/29/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

10 Great Food Trucks Rolling Through Houston

Our favorites serve everything from pizzas and fancy grilled cheeses to Pakistani kebabs and loaded burritos.

08/26/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Chef's Special

Riel's Ryan Lachaine Loves a Good Deli Sandwich

Find out where this culinary star goes before and after a dinner shift.

08/08/2019 By Carlos Brandon

First Look

Mendocino Farms Has Arrived In Houston, and More Are Coming

The California import in Rice Village has creative sandwiches and salads.

07/19/2019 By Timothy Malcolm

Pick Six

Where You Should Eat This Month: July 2019

Enjoy pizza on a warm summer evening and numbing Szechuan spice during a busy dinner.

07/01/2019 By Timothy Malcolm