Food scene
Alamo Tamales & Taco
809 Berry RdLong standing authentic tamales and tacos.
Miller's Cafe
3830 N Shepherd DrGreat classic burgers and old school feel
Street Food Thai Market
1010 West Cavalcade StreetGreat thai food in a supermarket.
Cottonwood
3422 N Shepherd DrNice pub with a jumbo patio
La Lucha
1801 N Shepherd DrGreat seafood and more with a nice atmosphere
Kraftsmen Baking
611 W 22nd StWonderful brunch!
KA Sushi
1901 N Shepherd DrContemporary sushi bar serving twists on Japanese classics
Saigon Hustle
3323 Ella BoulevardGet your Vietnamese sandwich fix!
Connie's Seafood Market & Restaurant
2525 Airline DrMexican seafood with a twist
Gatlin's BBQ
3510 Ella BlvdGreat BBQ!
King's BierHaus
2044 E T C Jester BlvdGerman Beer & bites anyone!
d'Alba
3715 Alba RoadNice outdoor patio with good craft drinks
Esther's Cajun Cafe & Soul Food
5007 Yale StOld school cajun home cooking
El Bolillo
2517 Airline DrMexican bakery full of goodness
Wonderful Brazilian steakhouse. You won't leave hungry
47 locals recommend
Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse
5865 Westheimer RdWonderful Brazilian steakhouse. You won't leave hungry
Flying Saucer Pie Company
436 W Crosstimbers StOMG the best pies around town.
Relaxed indoor and outdoor atmosphere to enjoy lunch or dinner with drinks.
76 locals recommend
Cedar Creek Cafe Bar & Grill
1034 W 20th StRelaxed indoor and outdoor atmosphere to enjoy lunch or dinner with drinks.
Saint Arnold Brewing Company
2000 Lyons AveGreat brewery and food. Kid friendly as well.
Teotihuacan Mexican Cafe
1511 Airline DrGreat TexMex food!
Kata Robata
3600 Kirby DrVisually appealing and tasteful Japanese food
Niko Niko's
2520 Montrose BlvdAn establishment for years in Houston. Awesome Greek food! Opa!
The original Mexican establishment. Can't miss this place
265 locals recommend
The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
2704 Navigation BlvdThe original Mexican establishment. Can't miss this place
Astral Brewing
4816 N Shepherd DrLocal Craft Beer!
The Rustic
1836 Polk StKitchen, Backyard, Music, Bar, what else is there?
Get some great breakfast or brunch at this place. Go Early!
179 locals recommend
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
3217 Montrose BlvdGet some great breakfast or brunch at this place. Go Early!
Brasil
2604 Dunlavy StGreat place to chill with coffee, tea, and light bites in the evening.
Boheme
307 Fairview StGreat casual place to socialize and have a few drinks. Must visit!
Anvil Bar & Refuge
1424 Westheimer RdKraft cocktails at it's best!
North Italia
1700 Post Oak BlvdItalian at it's best!
Houston This Is It Soul Food
2712 Blodgett StIt's SOUL Goood!
Stylish, bustling bistro serving globally inspired shared plates, cocktails, beer & sparkling wine.
22 locals recommend
Riel
1927 Fairview StStylish, bustling bistro serving globally inspired shared plates, cocktails, beer & sparkling wine.
Hubcap Grill
800 Bradford AveHometown Burgers and Beer
B&B Butchers & Restaurant
1814 Washington AveGood Dog Houston
903 Studewood StHot Dogs!
Little Woodrow's Heights
2631 White Oak DrSlowpokes
1203 W 34th StCoffee with light bites and patio
Generous chicken burger portions dispensed from a compact, casual eatery with a covered terrace.
26 locals recommend
Mico's Hot Chicken
1603 North Durham DriveGenerous chicken burger portions dispensed from a compact, casual eatery with a covered terrace.
The Rice Box
1111 S Shepherd DrNot your typical Chinese food.
Mellow local tiki bar pairing imaginative, rum-filled cocktails with a vibrant Polynesian decor.
63 locals recommend
Lei Low Bar
6412 N Main StMellow local tiki bar pairing imaginative, rum-filled cocktails with a vibrant Polynesian decor.
McIntyre's
1230 W 20th StGreat place to chill, watch sports, have some food and drinks.
Downtown Aquarium
410 Bagby StEnjoy the aquarium, food, and small outdoor park.
El Tiempo Cantina - Washington
5602 Washington AveTexMex food!
Julep
1919 Washington AveOh sooo good cocktails...
Preslee's
1430 W 19th StKid friendly outdoor playground with a cool retro laid back vibe.
Eureka Heights Brew Co.
941 W 18th StMaking good beer and lots of events
A magnet for Houstonians and visitors seeking a culturally rich and vibrant culinary experience.
Lyric Market
A magnet for Houstonians and visitors seeking a culturally rich and vibrant culinary experience.
Arts, Music, & Sports venues
White Oak Music Hall
2915 N Main StLook at the calendar great music!
Miller Outdoor Theatre
6000 Hermann Park DrRockefellers
3620 Washington AveEnjoy the symphony, cultural & music performances Jones Hall has to offer.
68 locals recommend
Jones Hall for the Performing Arts
615 Louisiana StEnjoy the symphony, cultural & music performances Jones Hall has to offer.
Operas, plays, musicals, performances, and more. Enjoy an enlightened evening of culture.
74 locals recommend
Wortham Theater Center
501 Texas AveOperas, plays, musicals, performances, and more. Enjoy an enlightened evening of culture.
The Alley Theatre is a Tony Award-winning theatre company in Houston, Texas. It is the oldest professional theatre company in Texas and the third oldest resident theatre in the United States
94 locals recommend
Alley Theatre
615 Texas AveThe Alley Theatre is a Tony Award-winning theatre company in Houston, Texas. It is the oldest professional theatre company in Texas and the third oldest resident theatre in the United States
House of Blues Houston
1204 Caroline StCatch a music concert or show
Minute Maid Park
501 Crawford StHome of the Houston Astros and great place for other events.
NRG Stadium
NRG ParkwayFootball, Rodeo, Music, and more...
Constellation Field
1 Stadium DrToyota Center
1510 Polk StBasketball, music, and other events
BBVA Compass Stadium
2200 Texas AveWatch a soccer match with the local sports teams
Neighborhoods
Northwest of Downtown sits a section of historic neighborhoods that date back to the late 1800s. Residents once flocked to the area to escape the big city, but today it’s home to diverse Houstonians that are drawn to its rich and character-filled architecture, mom and pop-type shops and funky restaurants.
226 locals recommend
Houston Heights
Northwest of Downtown sits a section of historic neighborhoods that date back to the late 1800s. Residents once flocked to the area to escape the big city, but today it’s home to diverse Houstonians that are drawn to its rich and character-filled architecture, mom and pop-type shops and funky restaurants.
Enjoy the city museums, fine arts, zoo, park, and local landmarks in this area. Great for a day outside.
549 locals recommend
Houston Museum District
Enjoy the city museums, fine arts, zoo, park, and local landmarks in this area. Great for a day outside.
Chinatown
11200 Bellaire BoulevardExplore Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai, Korean food and more!
East Downtown
Historic Chinatown, Original Ninfas TexMex
Close to downtown yet far away enough. Good eats, nightlife, and Buffalo Bayou park for outdoor activities.
12 locals recommend
Rice Military
Close to downtown yet far away enough. Good eats, nightlife, and Buffalo Bayou park for outdoor activities.
Live, Eat, and Sleep at the many restaurants, bars, clubs, and more next to Downtown.
304 locals recommend
Midtown
Live, Eat, and Sleep at the many restaurants, bars, clubs, and more next to Downtown.
Historical Woodlands Heights is small but mighty, rocking bars, restaurants, parks and more.
Woodland Heights
Historical Woodlands Heights is small but mighty, rocking bars, restaurants, parks and more.
Shopping & Leisure
Restaurant hall, local events, music performances, and a rooftop park. Great place to spend an evening.
117 locals recommend
POST Houston
401 Franklin StRestaurant hall, local events, music performances, and a rooftop park. Great place to spend an evening.
Rice Village
2376 Rice BoulevardWalk around this popular shopping and food destination
Shop till you drop in all the luxury and upscale shops while indoors and enjoy the ice rink while you're there
1868 locals recommend
The Galleria
5085 Westheimer RdShop till you drop in all the luxury and upscale shops while indoors and enjoy the ice rink while you're there
River Oaks District
4444 Westheimer RdHighland Village
4055 Westheimer RdShop and see a variety of produce and foods at this historic market.
21 locals recommend
The Houston Farmers Market
2520 Airline DrShop and see a variety of produce and foods at this historic market.
Great place to visit! Numerous shops and casual dining spots to satisfy your foodie cravings.
19 locals recommend
M-K-T
600 N Shepherd DrGreat place to visit! Numerous shops and casual dining spots to satisfy your foodie cravings.
A mix of retail, restaurants, and events in the lovely Garden Oaks neighborhood. A good time for all ages.
Stomping Grounds
A mix of retail, restaurants, and events in the lovely Garden Oaks neighborhood. A good time for all ages.
Sightseeing
Memorial Park
6501 Memorial DrHouston's park surrounded by outdoor theater, zoo, museums, and right outside the med center.
586 locals recommend
Hermann Park
6001 Fannin StHouston's park surrounded by outdoor theater, zoo, museums, and right outside the med center.
Houston Zoo
6200 Hermann Park DrThe Houston Museum of Natural Science
5555 Hermann Park DrThe Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building
1001 Bissonnet StThe Menil Collection
1533 Sul Ross StDiscovery Green
1500 McKinney StGreat outdoor park for the kids and there's local entertainment.
Children's Museum of Houston
1500 Binz StKids love this place!
Who doesn't look at the stars and wonder! Great for kids and adults alike.
429 locals recommend
Space Center Houston
1601 E NASA PkwyWho doesn't look at the stars and wonder! Great for kids and adults alike.
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
4501 Woodway DrGet some exercise and enjoy a great view of the downtown skyline.
549 locals recommend
Buffalo Bayou Park
Memorial DriveGet some exercise and enjoy a great view of the downtown skyline.
Contemporary Arts Museum Houston
5216 Montrose BlvdTraveler advice
Getting around
A car is the best way around the city!
Houston is very spread out and a car is a must to easily travel around.