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Restaurants & Nightlife

With a population as ethnically diverse as Houston’s, where one out of every four residents was born abroad, it stands to reason that an eclectic restaurant scene would emerge. And that’s exactly what has happened—from Downtown to the Clear Lake area and the East End to Memorial, Houston eateries have made this a food lover’s paradise. Name any country and most likely there is a restaurant in the Houston area that serves delectable dishes from “back home.” 

Whether you're seeking a romantic date night spot, a lively music venue or world-class cuisine, let the Greater Houston Partnership members and partners guide you to the best experiences the city has to offer.

8th Wonder Distillery & Brewery

8th Wonder Distillery & Brewery

Inspired by the spirit of Houston, 8th Wonder Distillery & Brewery began brewing beer in a dome-like warehouse in Ea...
Abby's Catering

Abby's Catering

Regional caterer with over 35 years of catering experience - corporate catering, food service management & social ev...
Anvil Bar Houston

Anvil

Housemade bitters make for unique cocktails at this industrial-chic spot also serving small plates. ADDRESS: 1424 Westhe...
Axelrad Beer Garden

Axelrad Beer Garden

Our expansive garden hosts a variety of video art, film screenings, live music, events, festivals, and more. PHONE: (713...
Backstreet Cafe

Backstreet Cafe

For 40 years, Backstreet Cafe has been a Houston dining tradition. It has grown from a "watering hole" with soups, salad...
Bayou & Bottle

Bayou & Bottle

The first texas venture for international restaurateur Richard Sandoval, Bayou & Bottle brings a chic bourbon bar to...
B&B Butchers & Restaurant

B&B Butchers & Restaurant

A vintage bakery has been converted into an upscale steakhouse with an attached butcher shop & deli. PHONE: (713) 86...
The Breakfast Klub

The Breakfast Klub

Hotspot for diner-style American eats & stick-to-your-ribs soul food including chicken & waffles. PHONE: (713) 5...
The Burger Joint

The Burger Joint

Welcome to The Burger Joint! Come see why we were voted Houston’s Favorite Burger. You’ll love every bite of our hand-cr...
Cafe Adobe

Cafe Adobe

For 30 years, Cafe Adobe has transported the warmth and feel of a laid-back, casual villa on the coast. PHONE: (713) 528...
Caracol

Caracol

One of the beauties of Mexico is its geographic location, with coasts on the Pacific Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the G...
Citadel Hospitality Group

Citadel Hospitality Group

Citadel Hospitality Group has two event venues. One restaurant offers off-site catering services for corporate and socia...
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages is a Dallas-based company of Arca Continental, serving markets across Texas and parts of N...
Common Bond Bakery Downtown

Common Bond

Common Bond concepts are neighborhood bistros, bakeries, brasseries, and on-the-go restaurants where the community gathe...
Dish Society

Dish Society

Dedicated to using the highest quality and freshest ingredients possible, Dish Society sources a majority of its items l...
Doris Metropolitan

Doris Metropolitan

Doris Metropolitan is a high-end butchery and restaurant that handcrafts modern flavors and techniques that embrace Midd...
El Tiempo Cantina

El Tiempo Cantina

For the past 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to perfecting what Houstonians know today as authentic Tex Mex cuisin...
The French Corner

The French Corner

As the greater Houston area's one-stop source for delicious catered cuisine for more than 25 years, The French Corner do...
Gatlin‘s BBQ

Gatlin‘s BBQ

Gatlin‘s BBQ is a family owned and operated establishment that serves up classic Southern barbecue. PHONE: (713) 869-422...
Georgia James Steak

Georgia James Steak

Georgia James is Underbelly Hospitality’s take on a steakhouse. It’s unconventional. It’s driven by quality. And, most i...
The Grove

The Grove

The Grove restaurant offers a modern and elegant urban dining experience unlike anything else in downtown Houston. PHONE...
Heights Bier Garten

Heights Bier Garten

We are a family and pet friendly neighborhood hub for all your craft beer and cocktail desires PHONE: (713) 862-4940ADDR...
Holman Draft Hall

Holman Draft Hall

Industrial-chic gathering space with 100 taps of draft beer & draft wine plus eclectic pub food. PHONE: (713) 533-93...
House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

Rock- & blues-themed chain with Southern dishes such as po' boys & jambalaya, plus live music. PHONE: (832) 667-...
Hugos

Hugo's

The menu features traditional dishes from the many regions of Mexico, all made from scratch in Mexican tradition, includ...
Landry's Inc

Landry's Inc.

A multinational, diversified restaurant, hospitality, gaming and entertainment company based in Houston, Texas; operatin...
Local Foods

Local Foods

We’re passionate about creating amazingly fresh, hyper-seasonal, and just plain great dishes made from scratch every day...
Mandola's Catering

Mandola's Catering

Frankie B. Mandola’s Catering has been serving Houston for over 35 years with the highest quality ingredients, excellent...
Mastro's Steakhouse

Mastro's Steakhouse

Mastro's collection of sophisticated steakhouses are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acc...
Mendocino Farms

Mendocino Farms

Mendocino Farms is a fun, fast paced, upbeat, gourmet sandwich shop. PHONE: (346) 715-6737ADDRESS: 609 Main Street, Hous...
Musaafer Houston

Musaafer Houston

Sophisticated eatery in an eclectic space spotlighting high-concept Indian dishes paired with wine at the Houston Galler...
Nobu Houston

Nobu

Iron Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's hot & cold Japanese delicacies served in spacious & posh surroundings at the Houston ...
Pappasito's Cantina

Pappasito's Cantina

The Pappas family of restaurants offers many different cuisines and traditions, but common to all is an obsession with q...
Pappas Seafood House

Pappas Seafood House

We are seafood lovers and are in constant pursuit of serving the freshest seafood possible. To do that, we ship in the f...
Pappas bbq

Pappas Barbecue

When you walk up to Pappas Bar-B-Q, you can already smell the Bar-B-Q smokin’ away and feel your mouth startin’ to water...
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

One of the things that make Pappas Restaurants different from other restaurant companies is that Pappas not only run our...
pastore italian kitchen

Pastore Italian Kitchen

At Pastore, we invite you to indulge in an exquisite dining experience inspired by the bounties of the sea. Our passion ...
POST Houston

POST Houston

Downtown Houston’s hub for culture, food, and recreation. PHONE: (713) 999-2550ADDRESS: 401 Franklin St, Houston, TX 772...
Refuge

Refuge

Coffee house, Cocktail Bar, and Event Space located in the heart of Montrose. PHONE: (281) 888-6121ADDRESS: 1424 Westhei...
rosalie-italian-soul

Rosalie Italian Soul

At Rosalie, the world feels like a bubbling Italian Restaurant, with an infinite strand of pasta connecting everything a...
The Rustic

The Rustic

For years, we’ve kept our focus simple at The Rustic — Kitchen. Backyard. Bar. Live Music — and we wouldn’t change it fo...
San Fermin Paellas and Churrasco

San Fermin Paellas and Churrasco

San Fermin Paellas and Churrasco wants to make your event a success bringing you the best quality on the products with c...
Savoir Houston

Savoir

Trendy, industrial-chic venue offering a robust wine list & locally sourced New American cuisine. PHONE: (713) 485-4...
Steak 48

Steak 48

High-end steakhouse located in the River Oaks District serving prime cuts, seafood & shellfish in an elegant, modern...
Tony's

Tony's

Tony's presents fine dining Italian inspired by Naples, influenced by Milan and cherished in Houston. PHONE: (713) 622-6...
Uchi Japanese Restaurant

Uchi

A delicate balance of elevated food and impeccable service, Uchi offers non‑traditional Japanese cuisine with signature ...
Urbe Houston

Urbe Houston

Meaning “city,” URBE is the fifth concept created by celebrated Restaurateur Tracy Vaught and James Beard Award-winning ...
Vinny's

Vinny's

Located in Houston’s spirited East Downtown neighborhood, Vinny’s is a pizza joint offering the freshest and highest qua...
Wooster's Garden

Wooster's Garden

Modern setting for gourmet takes on classic bar fare, plus a variety of craft beers & cocktails. PHONE: (713) 520-00...
Xochi Houston

Xochi

Xochi (so-chee), from Xochitl, Goddess of the Flowers, meaning to bloom or catch fire, is a creative endeavor of award-w...
White Oak Music Hall

White Oak Music Hall

Performances by popular musical acts staged in an amphitheater with a lawn, plus 2 indoor spaces. PHONE: (713) 237-0370A...

8th Wonder Distillery & Brewery

Inspired by the spirit of Houston, 8th Wonder Distillery & Brewery began brewing beer in a dome-like warehouse in East Downtown exploring styles from across the beer world with a variety of artisanal spirits and delicious cocktails.

PHONE: (713) 229-0868
ADDRESS: 2202 Dallas Street, Houston, Texas
WEBSITE

8th Wonder Distillery & Brewery

Abby's Catering

Regional caterer with over 35 years of catering experience - corporate catering, food service management & social events.
 

PHONE: (281) 442-8120
ADDRESS: 2700 Greens Road, Suite J-500, Houston, Texas
WEBSITE

Abby's Catering

Anvil

Housemade bitters make for unique cocktails at this industrial-chic spot also serving small plates.

ADDRESS: 1424 Westheimer Rd STE B, Houston, TX 77006
WEBSITE

Anvil Bar Houston

Axelrad Beer Garden

Our expansive garden hosts a variety of video art, film screenings, live music, events, festivals, and more.

PHONE: (713) 597-8800
ADDRESS: 1517 Alabama St, Houston, TX 77004
WEBSITE

Axelrad Beer Garden

Backstreet Cafe

For 40 years, Backstreet Cafe has been a Houston dining tradition. It has grown from a "watering hole" with soups, salads, and sandwiches to a critically acclaimed, chef-driven Seasonal American Bistro that is a top table in the city.

PHONE: (713) 521-2239
ADDRESS: 1103 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77019
WEBSITE

 

Backstreet Cafe

Bayou & Bottle

The first texas venture for international restaurateur Richard Sandoval, Bayou & Bottle brings a chic bourbon bar to downtown Houston, serving flavorful cuisine inspired by Houston's melting pot of cultures.

PHONE: (713) 276-4715
ADDRESS: 1300 Lamar St, Houston, TX 77010
WEBSITE

Bayou & Bottle

B&B Butchers & Restaurant

A vintage bakery has been converted into an upscale steakhouse with an attached butcher shop & deli.

PHONE: (713) 862-1814
ADDRESS: 1814 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77007
WEBSITE

B&B Butchers & Restaurant

The Breakfast Klub

Hotspot for diner-style American eats & stick-to-your-ribs soul food including chicken & waffles.

PHONE: (713) 528-8561
ADDRESS: 3711 Travis St, Houston, TX 77002
WEBSITE

The Breakfast Klub

The Burger Joint

Welcome to The Burger Joint! Come see why we were voted Houston’s Favorite Burger. You’ll love every bite of our hand-crafted burgers made with 100% angus beef.

PHONE: (281) 974-2889
ADDRESS: 2703 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006
WEBSITE

The Burger Joint

Cafe Adobe

For 30 years, Cafe Adobe has transported the warmth and feel of a laid-back, casual villa on the coast.

PHONE: (713) 528-1468
ADDRESS: 1217 W Loop North, Ste 160, Houston, Texas
WEBSITE

Cafe Adobe

Caracol

One of the beauties of Mexico is its geographic location, with coasts on the Pacific Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico, which is connected to the Atlantic Ocean via the Florida Straits. From these waters comes a bounty of edible sea life, which is celebrated at Caracol.

PHONE: (713) 622-9996
ADDRESS: 2200 Post Oak Blvd #160, Houston, TX 77056
WEBSITE

 

Caracol

Citadel Hospitality Group

Citadel Hospitality Group has two event venues. One restaurant offers off-site catering services for corporate and social events.

PHONE: (713) 299-6896
ADDRESS: 12130 Kirby Drive, Houston, Texas
WEBSITE

Citadel Hospitality Group

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages is a Dallas-based company of Arca Continental, serving markets across Texas and parts of New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Arkansas.

PHONE: (713) 664-3451
ADDRESS: 10475 Deer Trail, Houston, Texas
WEBSITE

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages

Common Bond

Common Bond concepts are neighborhood bistros, bakeries, brasseries, and on-the-go restaurants where the community gathers to bond over exceptional pastries.

PHONE: (713) 343-2255
ADDRESS: 800 Capitol St Suite P1-01, Houston, TX 77002
WEBSITE

Common Bond Bakery Downtown

Dish Society

Dedicated to using the highest quality and freshest ingredients possible, Dish Society sources a majority of its items locally from suppliers and ranchers.

PHONE: (713) 861-3474
ADDRESS: 1050 Yale St #100, Houston, TX 77008
WEBSITE

Dish Society

Doris Metropolitan

Doris Metropolitan is a high-end butchery and restaurant that handcrafts modern flavors and techniques that embrace Middle Eastern heritage and elevate the traditional steakhouse experience.

PHONE: (713) 485-0466
ADDRESS: 2815 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77098
WEBSITE

Doris Metropolitan

El Tiempo Cantina

For the past 65 years, we have dedicated ourselves to perfecting what Houstonians know today as authentic Tex Mex cuisine.

PHONE: (713) 222-6800
ADDRESS: 2814 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX 77003
WEBSITE

El Tiempo Cantina

The French Corner

As the greater Houston area's one-stop source for delicious catered cuisine for more than 25 years, The French Corner does it all. Houston breakfast catering,lunch catering in Houston and Galveston cruise catering.

PHONE: (713) 661-5324
ADDRESS: 1104 Old Spanish Trail, Houston, Texas
WEBSITE

The French Corner

Gatlin‘s BBQ

Gatlin‘s BBQ is a family owned and operated establishment that serves up classic Southern barbecue.

PHONE: (713) 869-4227
ADDRESS: 3510 Ella Blvd Bldg C Ste A, Houston, TX 77018
WEBSITE

Gatlin‘s BBQ

Georgia James Steak

Georgia James is Underbelly Hospitality’s take on a steakhouse. It’s unconventional. It’s driven by quality. And, most importantly, it’s fun.

PHONE: (832) 241-5088
ADDRESS: 3503 W Dallas St, Houston, TX 77019
WEBSITE

Georgia James Steak

The Grove

The Grove restaurant offers a modern and elegant urban dining experience unlike anything else in downtown Houston.

PHONE: (713) 337-7321
ADDRESS: 1611 Lamar St, Houston, TX 77010
WEBSITE

The Grove

Heights Bier Garten

We are a family and pet friendly neighborhood hub for all your craft beer and cocktail desires

PHONE: (713) 862-4940
ADDRESS: 1433 N Shepherd Dr, 1 Houston, TX 77008
WEBSITE

Heights Bier Garten

Holman Draft Hall

Industrial-chic gathering space with 100 taps of draft beer & draft wine plus eclectic pub food.

PHONE: (713) 533-9392
ADDRESS: 820 Holman St, Houston, TX, United States, Texas
WEBSITE

Holman Draft Hall

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

Rock- & blues-themed chain with Southern dishes such as po' boys & jambalaya, plus live music.

PHONE: (832) 667-7781
ADDRESS: 1204 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77002
WEBSITE

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

Hugo's

The menu features traditional dishes from the many regions of Mexico, all made from scratch in Mexican tradition, including various cheeses, moles, tortillas and chocolate.

PHONE: (713) 524-7744
ADDRESS: 1600 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006
WEBSITE

Hugos

Landry's Inc.

A multinational, diversified restaurant, hospitality, gaming and entertainment company based in Houston, Texas; operating more than 500 high-end and casual dining establishments around the world.

PHONE: (713) 850-1010
ADDRESS: 1510 West Loop South, Houston, Texas
WEBSITE

Landry's Inc

Local Foods

We’re passionate about creating amazingly fresh, hyper-seasonal, and just plain great dishes made from scratch every day with the best local ingredients the great state of Texas has to offer.

PHONE: (713) 360-6133
ADDRESS: 714 Yale St, Houston, TX 77007
WEBSITE

Local Foods

Mandola's Catering

Frankie B. Mandola’s Catering has been serving Houston for over 35 years with the highest quality ingredients, excellent service, and pricing that offers the greatest value for our customers. Companies large and small have trusted Frankie B. Mandola’s Catering year after year for their most important events.

PHONE: (713) 961-3381
ADDRESS: 515 W Alabama St, Houston, TX 77006
WEBSITE

Mandola's Catering

Mastro's Steakhouse

Mastro's collection of sophisticated steakhouses are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine and live entertainment in an elegant, energetic atmosphere.

PHONE: (713) 993-2500
ADDRESS: 1650 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77027
WEBSITE

Mastro's Steakhouse

Mendocino Farms

Mendocino Farms is a fun, fast paced, upbeat, gourmet sandwich shop.

PHONE: (346) 715-6737
ADDRESS: 609 Main Street, Houston, Texas
WEBSITE

 

Mendocino Farms

Musaafer Houston

Sophisticated eatery in an eclectic space spotlighting high-concept Indian dishes paired with wine at the Houston Galleria.

PHONE: (713) 242-8087
ADDRESS: 5115 Westheimer Rd Suite C-3500, Houston, TX 77056
WEBSITE

Musaafer Houston

Nobu

Iron Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's hot & cold Japanese delicacies served in spacious & posh surroundings at the Houston Galleria.

PHONE: (832) 987-2599
ADDRESS: 5115 Westheimer Rd Suite C-3515, Houston, TX 77056
WEBSITE

Nobu Houston

Pappasito's Cantina

The Pappas family of restaurants offers many different cuisines and traditions, but common to all is an obsession with quality food and superior service that's reflected in every aspect of the Guest experience.

PHONE: (713) 353-4400
ADDRESS: 1600 Lamar St, Houston, TX 77010
WEBSITE

Pappasito's Cantina

Pappas Seafood House

We are seafood lovers and are in constant pursuit of serving the freshest seafood possible. To do that, we ship in the freshest catch daily and pride ourselves in only serving the best.

PHONE: (713) 654-5077
ADDRESS: 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX 77010
WEBSITE

 

Pappas Seafood House

Pappas Barbecue

When you walk up to Pappas Bar-B-Q, you can already smell the Bar-B-Q smokin’ away and feel your mouth startin’ to water and oh boy, you know you’re in for a real treat!

PHONE: (713) 659-1245
ADDRESS: 1217 Pierce St, Houston, TX 77002
WEBSITE

Pappas bbq

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

One of the things that make Pappas Restaurants different from other restaurant companies is that Pappas not only run our restaurants to feed our loyal Guests day in and day out, we also own and drive the trucks that deliver the freshest meats and seafood to our restaurants every day.

PHONE: (713) 658-1995
ADDRESS: 1200 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010
WEBSITE

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

Pastore Italian Kitchen

At Pastore, we invite you to indulge in an exquisite dining experience inspired by the bounties of the sea. Our passion for authentic Italian flavors and the freshest ingredients comes to life in every dish we create.

PHONE: (346) 867-1905
ADDRESS: 1180 Dunlavy St Suite 100, Houston, TX 77019
WEBSITE

pastore italian kitchen

POST Houston

Downtown Houston’s hub for culture, food, and recreation.

PHONE: (713) 999-2550
ADDRESS: 401 Franklin St, Houston, TX 77201
WEBSITE

POST Houston

Refuge

Coffee house, Cocktail Bar, and Event Space located in the heart of Montrose.

PHONE: (281) 888-6121
ADDRESS: 1424 Westheimer Rd Suite A, Houston, TX 77006
WEBSITE

Refuge

Rosalie Italian Soul

At Rosalie, the world feels like a bubbling Italian Restaurant, with an infinite strand of pasta connecting everything and everyone.

PHONE: (713) 351-5790
ADDRESS: Baldwin Hotel, 400 Dallas St C, Houston, TX 77002
WEBSITE

rosalie-italian-soul

The Rustic

For years, we’ve kept our focus simple at The Rustic — Kitchen. Backyard. Bar. Live Music — and we wouldn’t change it for anything. 

PHONE: (832) 321-7775
ADDRESS: 1121 Uptown Park Blvd STE 4, Houston, TX 77056
WEBSITE

The Rustic

San Fermin Paellas and Churrasco

San Fermin Paellas and Churrasco wants to make your event a success bringing you the best quality on the products with cook and our more than 5 years of experience!

PHONE: (281) 451-5625
WEBSITE

San Fermin Paellas and Churrasco

Savoir

Trendy, industrial-chic venue offering a robust wine list & locally sourced New American cuisine.

PHONE: (713) 485-4181
ADDRESS: 1344 Yale St, Houston, TX 77008
WEBSITE

Savoir Houston

Steak 48

High-end steakhouse located in the River Oaks District serving prime cuts, seafood & shellfish in an elegant, modern venue.

PHONE: (713) 322-7448
ADDRESS: 4444 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77027
WEBSITE

Steak 48

Tony's

Tony's presents fine dining Italian inspired by Naples, influenced by Milan and cherished in Houston.

PHONE: (713) 622-6778
ADDRESS: 3755 Richmond Ave., Houston, TX 77046
WEBSITE

Tony's

Uchi

A delicate balance of elevated food and impeccable service, Uchi offers non‑traditional Japanese cuisine with signature tastings, sushi, and seasonal omakase.

PHONE: (713) 522-4808
ADDRESS: 904 Westheimer Rd Suite A, Houston, TX 77006
WEBSITE

Uchi Japanese Restaurant

Urbe Houston

Meaning “city,” URBE is the fifth concept created by celebrated Restaurateur Tracy Vaught and James Beard Award-winning Executive Chef Hugo Ortega of H Town Restaurant Group, named to both honor the cities of Mexico where street food plays such an integral part and as a nod to the city Houston – or H Town – where the restaurant group was founded and operates.

PHONE: (713) 726-8273
ADDRESS: 1101 Uptown Park Blvd, Suite 12, Houston, TX 77056
WEBSITE

 

Urbe Houston

Vinny's

Located in Houston’s spirited East Downtown neighborhood, Vinny’s is a pizza joint offering the freshest and highest quality toppings and artisan meats.

PHONE: (713) 750-9433
ADDRESS: 1201 St Emanuel St, Houston, TX 77003
WEBSITE

Vinny's

Wooster's Garden

Modern setting for gourmet takes on classic bar fare, plus a variety of craft beers & cocktails.

PHONE: (713) 520-0015
ADDRESS: 3315 Milam St, Houston, TX 77006
WEBSITE

Wooster's Garden

Xochi

Xochi (so-chee), from Xochitl, Goddess of the Flowers, meaning to bloom or catch fire, is a creative endeavor of award-winning Chef Hugo Ortega and the H Town Restaurant Group team.

PHONE: (713) 400-3330
ADDRESS: 1777 Walker St A, Houston, TX 77010
WEBSITE

Xochi Houston

White Oak Music Hall

Performances by popular musical acts staged in an amphitheater with a lawn, plus 2 indoor spaces.

PHONE: (713) 237-0370
ADDRESS: 2915 N Main St, Houston, TX 77009
WEBSITE

White Oak Music Hall
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