Food Scene
Pepper Twins
315 Fairview StHomestyle, unique, and very flavorful Chinese food.
Luigi's Pizzeria
3700 Almeda RdGreat local pizza joint--walking distance away.
Agora
1712 Westheimer RdHip coffee bar.
Siphon Coffee
701 W Alabama StOne of a kind, siphoned made coffee with fresh baked goods.
The Breakfast Klub
3711 Travis StLong lines but worth the wait.
Weights + Measures
2808 Caroline StModern, industrial style gastropub.
Uchi
904 Westheimer RdBest Japanese fusion in Houston. I would recommend making reservations.
Drinks & Nightlife
La Grange
2517 Ralph StTex-mex bar with great outdoor drinking area.
Boheme
307 Fairview StCool wine bar with great atmosphere.
Mongoose Versus Cobra
1011 McGowen StTrendy bar with huge beer selection and tasty cocktails.