Guidebook for Houston
Food Scene
Chipotle Mexican Grill
2625 Louisiana StThe "See and Be Seen" place in Houston. The valet will take care of your Lamborghini while you order up some Veuve.
54 locals recommend
Brasserie 19
1962 W Gray St The "See and Be Seen" place in Houston. The valet will take care of your Lamborghini while you order up some Veuve.
Torchys Tacos
2411 S Shepherd DrBarnaby's Cafe
414 W Gray St
Pondicheri
2800 Kirby DrBest Indian food outside of India!
The Hot Bagel Shop
2015 S Shepherd DrBreakfast!
Thai Bistro
3241 Southwest FwyAmazing Thai food!
Get your Fayncee Schmayncee on at this rotating restaurant on the 34th floor of the Hyatt. Go 30 minutes before sunset for great views. Reservations are a MUST
22 locals recommend
Spindletop
1200 Louisiana StGet your Fayncee Schmayncee on at this rotating restaurant on the 34th floor of the Hyatt. Go 30 minutes before sunset for great views. Reservations are a MUST
Amazing menu that changes seasonally, and an outstanding wine list. Not too noisy, and super attentive staff.
22 locals recommend
Seasons 52
4410 Westheimer RdAmazing menu that changes seasonally, and an outstanding wine list. Not too noisy, and super attentive staff.
Drinks & Nightlife
Local Pour Houston
1952 W Gray StCRÚ Food & Wine Bar - Houston (West Ave)
2800 Kirby DrGreat wine bar
Cozy wine bar with a fireplace and good Happy Hour specials
8 locals recommend
Sonoma Wine Bar - Upper Kirby
2720 Richmond AveCozy wine bar with a fireplace and good Happy Hour specials
Several swanky bars in this super swanky hotel. $15 mandatory valet. Don't even TRY to find street parking. Overlooks beautiful Hermann Park
12 locals recommend
Hotel ZaZa Museum District
5701 Main StSeveral swanky bars in this super swanky hotel. $15 mandatory valet. Don't even TRY to find street parking. Overlooks beautiful Hermann Park
Shopping
Richard's Liquors and Fine Wines
2545 Kirby DrAmazing wine selection, within walking distance
Houston Wine Merchant
2646 S Shepherd DrAnother amazing wine selection, just a bit longer walk (10 minutes)
Who doesn't love Trader Joe's! Walking distance if you're OK with a 15-minute walk.
148 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
11683 Westheimer RdWho doesn't love Trader Joe's! Walking distance if you're OK with a 15-minute walk.
Parks & Nature
Buffalo Bayou Park
Memorial Drivepaved walking trails, and beautiful views of the city skyline
A little piece of serenity and nature right inside the loop. Walking trails, ponds, and swampy areas provide lots of opportunities to see wildlife. About 5 minutes into the trails, you can no longer hear the sounds of the city.
188 locals recommend
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
4501 Woodway DrA little piece of serenity and nature right inside the loop. Walking trails, ponds, and swampy areas provide lots of opportunities to see wildlife. About 5 minutes into the trails, you can no longer hear the sounds of the city.
Entertainment & Activities
They bring you free popcorn while you recline your seat and order wine!
142 locals recommend
IPIC - Houston
4444 Westheimer RdThey bring you free popcorn while you recline your seat and order wine!
Everything Else
An iconic venue in Houston, this former residence of Bush Sr. includes a hotel with excellent dining options, a gym, including racquetball and basketball courts, and a top-rated spa.
Houstonian
HoustonianAn iconic venue in Houston, this former residence of Bush Sr. includes a hotel with excellent dining options, a gym, including racquetball and basketball courts, and a top-rated spa.