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Oxheart: Try a Foodie Twist on Texan Cuisine

February 16, 2016 by

Oxheart may consider itself a Texan restaurant, but it’s a world away from the local barbecue spot. Upscale and stylish yet still comfortable and welcoming, this often-buzzed-about eatery serves some of the most creative takes on Texas cuisine in all of Houston.

The menu is split into two distinct six-course menus: the vegetarian Garden Menu and the omnivorous Tasting Menu. The dishes always change to accommodate which ingredients are currently in season, but past menu items include a stew of preserved alliums and Indica rice, lightly smoked wild boar with pork Thailande, and Japanese roots and a sofrito of dried shellfish. Drink pairings can be added to either of the menus for an additional cost, and each libation is carefully chosen to perfectly complement the rest of your dining experience.

Reservations are recommended at Oxheart, and they can be made via the restaurant’s convenient website.

Oxheart
1302 Nance St
Houston, TX 77002
(832) 830-8592
www.oxhearthouston.com

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Order Your Beer With a Side of Comic Books at Neil’s Bahr

February 9, 2016 by

If you’re looking for a great neighborhood hangout near M5250, Neil’s Bahr might be the place to go. This quirky bar has the same casual, welcoming feeling as your typical dive bar, but it’s also known for its collection of collectible comic books and old school video game systems that add even more fun to your visit.

Play a few rounds of Mario Kart or Mortal Kombat on the Super Nintendo and N64 systems while you wait for your drink, or kick back and check out the Star Wars or Lord of the Rings movies with the other movie fans in the bar. There are comic books lining all of the shelves against the walls, but you’ll also find an equally impressive selection of craft beers on tap. Neil’s Bahr even shows all of your favorite current television shows during its weekly viewing parties.

Neil’s Bahr
2006 Walker Street
Houston, TX 77003
(281) 352-7456
www.neilsbahr.com

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Spaghetti Warehouse: Twirl a Fork Into Tonight’s Dinner

December 22, 2015 by

There’s nothing more comforting than a big bowl of pasta, unless it’s enjoyed in the company of family and friends, of course! At Spaghetti Warehouse you can do just that, as this popular chain eatery specializes in hearty Italian fare served in a warm, welcoming ambiance that’s perfect for large parties.

No matter if you’re celebrating a birthday or just the end of the work week, Spaghetti Warehouse always offers a table large enough for a group and a menu of pastas, homemade meatballs, seafood dishes, and the famous 15-layer lasagna. There are affordable wine options to pair with your meal, as well as beers and cocktails and a long list of Italian desserts. With reasonable prices on very large portions and a fun, lively atmosphere, Spaghetti Warehouse is always a reliable dinner choice.

To make a reservation at Spaghetti Warehouse, visit the restaurant’s website.

Spaghetti Warehouse
901 Commerce Street
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 229-9715
www.meatballs.com/?page_id=29&st=TX&locid=13

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Sip a Cocktail, Listen to Live Jazz at Prohibition Supper Club & Bar

November 24, 2015 by

Enjoy an evening of hand-crafted cocktails, sultry jazz, and delicious dinner at Prohibition Supper Club. This swanky, unique cocktail bar boasts that it's Houston’s only true supper club, and its location inside of the historic ISIS Theatre still maintains much of its early-1900s charm. The bar portion is decorated true to 1920s style, complete with bartenders dresses in traditional garb, plush furnishings, and moody lighting cast from the elegant chandeliers.

The 3,000-square-foot restaurant features black and white tiled floors and mirrored walls, as well as a granite bar and an outdoor patio. If you want to see a show with your meal, there are prix fixe dinner options that go along with vaudeville shows and musical performances in the attached theater.

Prohibition Supper Club & Bar
1008 Prairie St
Houston, TX 77002
(281) 940-4636
www.prohibitionhouston.com

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Crescent Moon Coffee Bar & Cafe: Where Fair-Trade Coffee Meets Free Wi-Fi in Houston

October 27, 2015 by

With a display case filled with homemade treats baked by the area’s beloved Kraftsman Baking, Crescent Moon Coffee Bar & Cafe is a local coffee shop in every sense of the word. Relying on fair-trade, locally roasted coffee beans, this friendly, casual coffee house hosts a rustic wooden ordering counter and a few cozy seating areas within its small interior.

Chalkboard menus are posted on the walls and advertise the shop’s cold brewed coffees, chai lattes, and various brewed coffees, as well as freshly baked quiches and pastry offerings. Lunch options include sandwiches like the turkey with wasabi mayo on thick ciabatta bread, and Crescent Moon even offers a $6 lunch box that is perfect for those busy days when you only have time to grab something and go.

Crescent Moon Coffee Bar & Cafe is open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. The cafe offers free Wi-Fi and allows dogs on its outdoor patio.

Crescent Moon Coffee Bar & Cafe
12333 Jones Road
Houston, TX 77070
(281) 807-1567
www.facebook.com/CrescentMoonTX
www.yelp.com/biz/crescent-moon-coffee-bar-houston

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Treebeards: Dine on Down-Home Southern Fare Favorites

October 20, 2015 by

If you’re in the mood for simple, filling Southern fare, head straight for Treebeards. Open for lunch only, this small chain of cafeteria-style eateries serves all of your favorite homestyle Southern dishes, including fried chicken, buttery mashed potatoes, and flavorful jambalaya just like they make it in New Orleans. Fill up on meatloaf just like Mom used to make it, then add a side of seafood gumbo made according to the traditional Louisiana style. Don't skip the popular butter cake for dessert, provided that you’re not already too full, of course!

Enjoy your food at one of the wooden tables inside of the cozy, family-friendly eatery, or venture outdoors to the balcony to spend some time people watching over Market Square while you eat.

Treebeards is open 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays. The restaurant is closed on weekends.

Treebeards
711 Louisiana St
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 224-6677
www.treebeards.com
www.yelp.com/biz/treebeards-houston

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Find Mediterranean Fare at Niko Niko’s Greek and American Cafe

October 14, 2015 by

Some say Niko Niko's Greek and American Cafe may just be one of the best places to enjoy Mediterranean fare in Houston, Texas. It offers a varied menu of tasty comfort food, along with some distinctive dishes.

Visit and you can start off with a classic hummus appetizer, or go for pork kebobs seasoned with oregano and lemon. Regulars keep coming back for the lamb and beef gyros and other sandwiches served with homemade tzatziki sauce. If you're not so keen on lamb, try one of Niko Niko's juicy burgers, covered with feta cheese, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Other dishes of note include the Greek meatballs, vegetarian lasagna with three cheeses, and the baby lamb shank.

Niko Niko's Greek and American Cafe
2520 Montrose Boulevard
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 528-4976
www.nikonikos.com
www.yelp.com/biz/niko-nikos-greek-and-american-cafe-houston

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Shepherd Park Draught House: A Houston Gastropub

September 23, 2015 by

Houston's Shepherd Park Draught House features a hip, gastropub ambiance decorated with rock, punk, and pop memorabilia. The eatery has red leatherette booths and a long bar, as well a wrap-around patio for al fresco dining and drinking.

Shepherd Park's rotating roster of beers on tap features brews like Firestone Walker Double IPA, Buffalo Bayou More Cowbell, and Real Ale Devil’s Backbone. If you need a nosh, order up some Crispy Goat Cheese Ravioli, Sea Salt Pretzels, Park Wings with your choice of sauce, or Fire Roasted Hummus with flatbread. The expansive burger and sandwich menu offers a Poblano Burger with pepper jack and cilantro aioli, a Black Bean Veggie Burger with cilantro aioli, and a Grilled Cheese with cheddar, baby Swiss, and pimento served with a bowl of tomato basil cream bisque.

Visit Shepherd Park Draught House's website to learn more abut this Houston gastropub!

Shepherd Park Draught House
3402 N. Shepherd Drive
Houston, TX 77018
(832) 767-1380
www.shepherdparktx.com
www.yelp.com/biz/shepherd-park-draught-house-houston

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Huynh: Vietnamese Fare Flavors on the Gulf Coast

September 16, 2015 by

Bite into the crispy spring rolls or savor the delicious broth of a splendid vermicelli bowl at Huynh, a family-owned Vietnamese restaurant that's been part of Houston's dining scene for more than a decade. Consistently named one of Houston's best Vietnamese eateries, Huynh complements its flavorful fare with an inviting atmosphere and friendly staff. Simple floral arrangements accent the lightly colored walls and carpet, creating a serene space to enjoy a meal with family or friends.

Authentic Vietnamese dishes here are replete with spice and texture. Come for lunch and feast on Huynh's mid-priced pho, a traditional Vietnamese soup that includes up to four meats of your choice. Dinner promises a feast of flavors when you order dishes like Dau Hu Xoa Thit Xay, a combination of diced tofu and ground pork with mushrooms, peppers, and onions to share with your favorite people.

Huynh Restaurant opens at 11 a.m. Mondays through Saturdays. Note that this popular eatery is closed on Sundays.

Huynh
912 St. Emanuel Street
Houston, TX 77003
(713) 224-8964
www.huynhrestauranthouston.com
www.yelp.com/biz/huynh-houston

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Uchi: Contemporary Japanese Dining

August 25, 2015 by

Uchi offers elegant, modern fare in an atmosphere that works well for everything from a romantic date to a business dinner with new clients. This central Houston restaurant is inspired by Japanese flavors and techniques, though it serves seafood from around the globe in a series of small, shareable dishes.

You'll find traditional sushi and sashimi, like sea eel with orange and ginger or salmon belly with ikura, but you'll also find a number of unique options, like the "ham and eggs" sushi roll, which combines katsu pork belly with an egg yolk custard and espelette. Other menu items include things like smoked duck confit served with endives and bacon and tempura fried cauliflower, and regulars say you shouldn’t miss the crispy Brussels sprouts served with a squeeze of lemon chili. Finally, you should know that this place is popular and fills up during peak hours, so making a reservation is definitely the way to go.

Uchi
904 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 522-4808
www.uchirestaurants.com/houston
www.yelp.com/biz/uchi-houston

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