Guidebook for Houston
Food Scene
Humble, social setting with giant oak tree. It started as a vegetarian spot but has expanded its audience still staying true to a variety of foodie palates.
http://www.hobbitcafehtx.com/
22 locals recommend
Hobbit Cafe
2243 Richmond AveHumble, social setting with giant oak tree. It started as a vegetarian spot but has expanded its audience still staying true to a variety of foodie palates.
http://www.hobbitcafehtx.com/
This is one my favorite Italian spots and be clear the Kirby "family" location is different from the suburb locations. You must ask for the Shrimp Oscelo while you're there. http://www.carrabbasoriginal.com/
21 locals recommend
Carrabba's - The Original On Kirby
3115 Kirby DrThis is one my favorite Italian spots and be clear the Kirby "family" location is different from the suburb locations. You must ask for the Shrimp Oscelo while you're there. http://www.carrabbasoriginal.com/
If you're wanting to experience the Pappadeaux chain but just can't stand the commercial dinner experience, Lil' Pappa's is much better. Try sitting at the bar + enjoy a cocktail and the oysters (or anything on the menu).
http://files.pappas.com/images/dyn/menus/menu_292.pdf
19 locals recommend
Little Pappasito's Cantina
2536 Richmond AveIf you're wanting to experience the Pappadeaux chain but just can't stand the commercial dinner experience, Lil' Pappa's is much better. Try sitting at the bar + enjoy a cocktail and the oysters (or anything on the menu).
http://files.pappas.com/images/dyn/menus/menu_292.pdf
Elegant, 5 star Spanish cuisine. Great for date nite. Cozy cottage atmosphere less than 10 minutes away.
http://bcnhouston.com/
36 locals recommend
BCN Taste & Tradition
4210 Roseland StElegant, 5 star Spanish cuisine. Great for date nite. Cozy cottage atmosphere less than 10 minutes away.
http://bcnhouston.com/
Yes, yes, yes... inexpensive quality sushi. You'll know what I mean you go there. There is often a wait but they turn tables and food quickly.
53 locals recommend
Oishii
3764 Richmond AveYes, yes, yes... inexpensive quality sushi. You'll know what I mean you go there. There is often a wait but they turn tables and food quickly.
Drinks & Nightlife
Revelry on Richmond
1613 Richmond AvenueHip cool scene. Good happy hour.
Craft beer brewery with large patio and industrial feel. Cool, chill spot.
253 locals recommend
8th Wonder Brewery
2202 Dallas StCraft beer brewery with large patio and industrial feel. Cool, chill spot.
I think this is a bar (lol) but it is really a great Sunday brunch spot. Good music and small but interesting menu.
54 locals recommend
Around the Corner
1510 Hutchins StI think this is a bar (lol) but it is really a great Sunday brunch spot. Good music and small but interesting menu.
Montrose's legendary The Davenport has super strong drinks and an eclectic scene... local celebrities have been known to hang on Sunday night.
15 locals recommend
The Davenport Lounge
2115 Richmond AveMontrose's legendary The Davenport has super strong drinks and an eclectic scene... local celebrities have been known to hang on Sunday night.
Looking for a more Third Ward scene, check out Scrappy Brown on Almeda and bar hop among the corridor.
Scrappy Brown's
4830 Almeda RdLooking for a more Third Ward scene, check out Scrappy Brown on Almeda and bar hop among the corridor.
Arts & Culture
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building
1001 Bissonnet StWhile the collection is great, the lawns were built for lounging, reading, playing chess (all on a blanket) and so much more...
491 locals recommend
The Menil Collection
1533 Sul Ross StWhile the collection is great, the lawns were built for lounging, reading, playing chess (all on a blanket) and so much more...
The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum (BSNM) a non-profit 501(c)(3) institution was founded in the year 2000 by a Vietnam veteran and African American military historian, Captain Paul J. Matthews.
The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum is a proud member of the Houston Museum District. We are the only Museum dedicated primarily to preserving the legacy and honor of the African-American soldier, in the United States of America.
56 locals recommend
Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
3816 Caroline StThe Buffalo Soldiers National Museum (BSNM) a non-profit 501(c)(3) institution was founded in the year 2000 by a Vietnam veteran and African American military historian, Captain Paul J. Matthews.
The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum is a proud member of the Houston Museum District. We are the only Museum dedicated primarily to preserving the legacy and honor of the African-American soldier, in the United States of America.
Houston Ballet
601 Preston Sthttp://www.houstonballet.org/
Parks & Nature
Amazing programming (check their website) or just hang and enjoy beautifully manicured lawns, a Treehouse casual dining restaurant, a water area for kids and fine dining across the the GRB Convention Center. http://www.discoverygreen.com/
933 locals recommend
Discovery Green
1500 McKinney StAmazing programming (check their website) or just hang and enjoy beautifully manicured lawns, a Treehouse casual dining restaurant, a water area for kids and fine dining across the the GRB Convention Center. http://www.discoverygreen.com/
Shopping
Rice Village
2376 Rice BoulevardSeveral blocks of outdoor shopping from name brands to boutiques.
Essentials
Great store! Clean with organic, daily, bakery, floral options. I love the fresh squeezed juices from here.
342 locals recommend
H-E-B
6055 South FwyGreat store! Clean with organic, daily, bakery, floral options. I love the fresh squeezed juices from here.