Upscale on a Budget

First Bite: Prix-Fixe Lunch at Durham House

Three courses of excellence for $25 at the former Woodrows Heights.

12/17/2015 By Alice Levitt

Tex-Mex Tuesday

The World in a Tortilla at Velvet Taco

Overlook the aesthetic and enjoy the flavor at this taco chain instead.

12/15/2015 By Alice Levitt

Hanukkah Harried?

Fried Day: Sufganiyot from Three Brothers Bakery

Celebrate Hannukah with enough oil to illuminate a temple.

12/04/2015 By Joanna O'Leary

Lights Out

Dining in the Dark at Big Eyed Fish

The Sixth Ward restaurant hosts its first-ever blackout dinner November 18.

10/21/2015 By Sara Samora

Eat Like a Texan

Extreme Eats: Barbecue Pork Belly at BRC Gastropub

Extreme eats are an everyday occurrence at this Southern-style gastropub.

09/15/2015 By Megha Tejpal

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: August 8-14

A soft opening for Southern Goods and a hard stop for Commonwealth

08/14/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Moment of Zen

Extreme Eats: Buddha Burger at Max's Wine Dive

Stacked with beef, Brie, foie gras and a chicken fried lobster tail, the $65 Buddha Burger will have you rubbing your belly in pure joy.

07/31/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Cheap Dates

Happy Hour of the Week: Julep

Attention, oyster lovers.

07/23/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: July 4-10

Of bagels and brambles

07/10/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Drink a Bite to Eat

Extreme Eats: Blood Bros. BBQ

Dr Pepper, donuts and darn good barbecue, all in one sandwich.

07/10/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Sign of the Times

Solving the Great Cafe Luxor Mystery

A frozen vodka with animal attraction

06/19/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Slurp It Up

Oyster Alert: Julep Brings In Rare Belon Bivalves

One of the world's best—and rarest—oysters makes a special appearance today at Julep.

04/16/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

So Fresh & So Clean

First Look at Graffiti's at Union St.

Burgers topped with mac 'n' cheese and brisket are just part of the allure here.

04/15/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Eat Fresh

Star Ingredient of the Season: Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts and bacon pair perfectly at Houston's newest restaurant-market combo on Washington Ave.

04/13/2015 By Megha Tejpal

Extreme Meats

Extreme Eats: Kangaroo Dog at Sammy's Wild Game Grill

Switch out your beef patty or pork sausage for something bold and adventurous from Sammy's Wild Game Grill.

04/10/2015 By Megha Tejpal

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: March 21-27

Washington Avenue continues its evolution apace

03/27/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Where to Eat Now on Washington Avenue

A new infusion of talent is changing the face of Washington Avenue once again.

03/09/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Feb 28-Mar 6

Mutt City cuisine makes itself at home on Washington Avenue.

03/06/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

Hard Boiled

The Rising Cost of Humane Eating

You'll pay a little more for your eggs at Wabash, but you're paying for peace of mind.

01/08/2015 By Katharine Shilcutt

In and Out

The Opening & Closing of the Week: Dec 19-25

Katch and release

12/26/2014 By Katharine Shilcutt