Villa Italia: Classic Food From Italy to Texas

Located in downtown Conroe next to the historic Sadler building, Villa Italia is well known as one of the best restaurants in Montgomery County. Divided up into a number of dining rooms, Villa Italia is perfect for an intimate date, as the ambience is quiet and romantic. The service is absolutely impeccable, with staff treating every diner like an old friend. The food is top-notch, authentic Italian cuisine, prepared with great attention to detail and high-quality ingredients. Every aspect of the meal is phenomenal, from the warm bread with olive oil that greets you at the table to the fantastic pasta dishes. If there’s an Italian favorite you don’t see on the menu, don’t be afraid to ask—the owner and chef are incredibly accommodating. Bring a thirst for wine, too, as they firmly believe that no meal is complete without it and will refill your glass if it gets low. Finish your meal with their spectacular tiramisu and know that you just had some of the best Italian cuisine that Texas has to offer.

Villa Italia
603 North Thompson Street
Conroe, TX 77301
(936) 539-5599

White Flamingo: Fabulous Food in a Casual Atmosphere

Fine dining can still be casual, especially at the White Flamingo. A perfect place for a tasty lunch or classy dinner, the White Flamingo offers fantastic food in a classy, casual atmosphere. Located not too far away from Marquis at the Woodlands, diners come into the White Flamingo and notice the beautiful tables, all with white linen tablecloths. The lunch sandwiches are hearty and come with a bowl of the day’s soup. Or try a salad, especially the special Ginger Mandarin or Strawberry Avocado salads. For dinner, enjoy a tasty appetizer and move on to outstanding chicken, seafood, or steak entrees. And don’t pass up the dessert cart, which changes every day. Having an event? The White Flamingo is the perfect place for birthdays, anniversaries or larger events. The restaurant is open every day for lunch and dinner, and for breakfast on the weekends.

White Flamingo
24307 Aldine Westfield Road
Spring, TX 77386
(281) 907-0778
http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-white-flamingo-spring

Wimberly Valley Winery: Local Vintage

Wimberly Valley Winery proves that you can indeed get great wine from Texas. Located near the Villages at Spring Oaks, Wimberly Valley Winery produces a number of quality wines to satisfy many tastes. The thirty acre vineyard and facility also has a wine tasting room, the perfect place to take a class! For just $40 per couple, you can have a fun and educational time learn about how to pair wines with different foods, and to use all of your senses to understand how to truly taste a great glass of wine. There’s also a monthly “Around the World With Wine” class, which looks at a different region every class. Call ahead to reserve a spot. Wimberly Valley wines are sold in better stores around the area, but the winery itself makes a great spot for a trip away from Marquis at the Woodlands.

Wimberly Valley Winery
206 Main Street
Spring, TX 77373
(281) 350-8801
http://www.yelp.com/biz/wimberley-valley-wines-spring

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Joe’s Pizza & Pasta: A Pie The Size Of Texas

It can be very, very difficult to find quality Italian in the state, with chains like the Olive Garden dominating the restaurant landscape. But if you’ve got a hankering for a classic Italian pizza, thankfully the family-owned Joe’s Pizza & Pasta bucks the trend, offering all your favorites in massive portions for reasonable prices. Regulars rave about the meatball subs and the wide variety of pasta dishes, including an excellent lobster ravioli. The pies are New York style, made from scratch and cooked in a traditional pizza oven with a variety of excellent toppings. The ambience isn’t much to speak of, but the service is some of the friendliest in town, especially to regulars. Joe’s Pizza & Pasta is a fine example of the old adage “don’t judge a book by its cover.”

Joe’s Pizza & Pasta
1604 North Frazier Street
Conroe, TX 77301
(936) 760-9002
www.joespizzaconroe.com

Amerigo’s Grille: Steakhouse, Italian-Style

If there’s one thing Texans know, it’s beef. So when locals rave about the cuts at Amerigo’s Grille, wise ears listen. This high-end restaurant, opened in 1994 in the rapidly developing Woodlands area by Casey and Nancy Kosh, has attracted Houston area high rollers for the last decade and a half with high-quality food in an attractive atmosphere. Chef Arturo Osorio brings his expertise with modern Italian cuisine to the table each day, using freshly sourced local ingredients as well as the best from around the world in his dishes. The menu is remarkably broad, with people raving about nearly everything on it, from the delectable beef carpaccio to the tender sea bass. Long waits have been reported—both to get a table and to get service. Prices are also somewhat high for the area, although the quality of the food makes up for that.

Amerigo’s Grille
25250 Grogans Park Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 362-0808
www.amerigos.com

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Thep Thai: Authentic Thai Cuisine

The authentic Thai food at Thep Thai restaurant is, as Thep Thai slogan says, “Happiness You Can Eat.” When you come into the dining room, you will immediately notice how calm and peaceful it is. What a great atmosphere to enjoy the sometimes spicy dishes. Speaking of spicy: be prepared. Only the truly experienced diners should go for level 5 – it’s really hot! But that’s the great thing about Thep Thai: your server will help you to decide how spicy you want your meal. Whether you get the soup, salad, or entrée, you are assured of a delicious, authentic dining experience. Regulars always go back for the Pad Thai and other noodle dishes, but check out the selection of fried rice, curry and special entrees. And all dishes are available for take out. Thep Thai might just be one of the best places for Thai food near Marquis at the Woodlands.

Thep Thai
421 Sawdust Road
Spring, TX 77380
(281) 419-7619
http://www.yelp.com/biz/thep-thai-spring

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Crescent Moon Wine Bar: Relax with a Glass

Wine is meant to be enjoyed at a place like the Crescent Moon Wine Bar, a popular hot spot near Marquis at the Woodlands. Sure, the location's unassuming, but you’ll love the décor when you come in. The lounge and dining area looks like you just landed at a Tuscany café, with beautiful artwork and arched entryways. Come in, seat yourself, and peruse a wine list that will take your breath away! Over 300 different wines to be exact, and many can be had by the glass. Come for lunch or dinner and try a selection of cheeses, tasty salads, sandwiches, and entrees. Don’t miss Social Hour Tuesdays through Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and compliment your drink with some tapas, bruschetta, sliders, or pizza. And stick around for great live music, almost every night.

Crescent Moon Wine Bar
440 Rayford Road
Spring, TX 77386
(281) 364-9463
http://www.yelp.com/biz/crescent-moon-wine-bar-spring

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