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Town in City Brewing: An Up-and-Coming Local Hotspot!

August 12, 2015 by

Town in City Brewing is a new microbrewery that created waves during the "White Linen Night in the Heights” event just a few short weeks ago. It offers a smattering of house-made brews, which have gotten rave reviews from local beer drinkers as well as critics. Favorite brews include the Chipped Tooth IPA, which has a two-malt base and a hoppy flavor, and the City Amber, which features American hops in an otherwise English-style beer.

The dog-friendly beer garden is the perfect place to kick back and enjoy the unique ales. The owners have plans to add food trucks to this area to create a one-stop hangout for drinks, snacks, and fun. There’s also an air-conditioned tap room in case the summer heat gets to be a bit too much. The staff is helpful and proved they can handle a crowd during their busy opening night. Town in City Brewing is about 10 minutes from Siena at Memorial Heights.

Town in City Brewing
1125 W. Cavalcade
Houston, TX 77009
(832) 409-1650
townincitybrewing.com
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Grafitti’s at Union St.: Buzzworthy Burgers!

August 6, 2015 by

A diner that specializes in the total burger experience, Grafitti's at Union St. has garnered a lot of buzz lately. At least that's according to local diners and Eater Houston, which placed it on its August list of hot local restaurants. Make the short drive from Siena at Memorial Heights to see if you agree!

What sets Grafitti's at Union St. apart is its commitment to excellence with its ingredients. Everything from the meats to the condiments to the buns is made from scratch on the premises. Some of the burger creations here are practically otherworldly, like the Imperial, topped with sweet brisket, mac and cheese, onion strings, roasted poblano, fried pickles, and bacon jam. There are platters of chicken fried steak, pork chops, wings, and baked mac and cheese that round out the menu with Texas flair. The decor is super fun, with paintings on the walls depicting everything from cityscapes to the moon landing to vintage soda ads. There’s also a lounge area, well-stocked with beer, wine, vintage cocktails, whiskey and scotch – perfect for a late-night drink!

Graffiti's on Union St.
2003 Union St
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 869-7000
www.grafittisburger.com
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Ula’s Mexican Restaurant and Cantina: Voted One of the Best Taco Spots in Houston!

July 10, 2015 by

At first glance, Ula’s Mexican Restaurant and Cantina might just appear to be a new place to eat near Siena at Memorial Heights, and it is. But look a little closer and you’ll learn that the team behind Ula’s brings four decades of restaurant experience, and perhaps the most significant is that of Ula himself.

Ulises Gonzalez, known as Ula, grew up in his family’s kitchen in Mexico, helping his mother cook authentic meals for the family. The menu at Ula’s is a nod to that background, and after you taste the cuisine, you’ll understand why the restaurant has earned so much acclaim in the short time it’s been open. (The first location in Missouri City, TX opened its doors in 2014, while the Washington Avenue location opened in April of this year.) texmexicanfood.com
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Lincoln Bar and Kitchen: An Ideal Spot for Late Nights and Game Time

June 25, 2015 by

Combining relaxed outdoor seating with amped-up game time pep, Lincoln Bar and Kitchen is a patio and sports bar that recently opened about a mile from Siena at Memorial Heights. The new owners have outfitted the space with an updated kitchen, where chefs are whipping up a limited selection of dishes with plans to offer a more comprehensive menu in coming months. If the food in the first-wave is any indication of what’s to come, you’d better get ready!

The Buffalo pork spareribs and crispy whole wheat chicharonnes are a step-up from the usual bar fare. Rounding out the menu are burgers and sandwiches like the Gettysburger, with bacon, egg, and American cheese, as well as flatbread pizzas, like the the roasted habanero with spinach and artichoke dip. You'll find ample seating outside as well as a covered bar.

Lincoln Bar and Kitchen
5110 Washington Ave.
Houston, TX 77007
www.lincolnbarhouston.com
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Gumbo Jeaux’s: A New BYOB in Houston That’s a Little Bit Cajun, a Little Bit Cowboy

June 18, 2015 by

The tagline of Gumbo Jeaux’s, a BYOB restaurant that opened last month, is “a little bit Cajun, a little bit cowboy.” Once you take a look at the menu, you’ll see that this description is apt. Catfish opelousas and gumbo stand alongside hearty burgers with red beans and rice, and it’s all made fresh from scratch every day.

Make no mistake — Gumbo Jeaux’s is no-frills dining. You place your order at the counter, then settle in at a table with the wine or beer that you hopefully remembered to bring. The dining room is nicely appointed, with sunny yellow walls, trendy light fixtures, and flat screen televisions scattered throughout. As for the food, Yelpers who’ve tried it have overwhelmingly awarded it five stars, praising the quality of the dishes, the creativity, and the service. Since it’s just over two miles from your place at Siena at Memorial Heights it would be easy for you to check it to see if you agree!

Gumbo Jeaux’s
2155 Durham Drive
Houston, TX 77007
(832) 203-7270
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Luna Pizzeria: A Houston Pizzeria near Siena at Memorial Heights

March 13, 2015 by

Artfully made pies are on the menu at Luna Pizzeria, a Houston restaurant just a short trip from Siena at Memorial Heights. Luna features an open, welcoming interior decorated with bright colors, eye-catching accents, and even that classic hallmark of a pizzeria: a Pac-Man table!

Pizza is the highlight here, and Luna offers a number of signature pies with high-quality ingredients like fresh mushrooms, Italian sausage, prosciutto, arugula, and kalamata olives. Signature pies are available in styles like margherita (with tomato, mozzarella, and fresh basil) and spicy andouille (with sausage, peppers, and onions). A personal size pie is just $9; a larger pizza $6 more. If you prefer to select your own ingredients, Luna has a "build your own" option. Sandwiches, salads, and desserts are available, too.

Visit Luna Pizzeria's website to find out more about this Houston restaurant.

Luna Pizzeria
3435 Kirby
Houston, TX 77098
http://lunapizzeria.com/
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Italian Fare and Specialty Coffee near Siena at Memorial Heights at Houston’s Paulie’s

February 13, 2015 by

Italian cuisine is only part of the equation at Paulie's. Its namesake and owner cares as much about the quality of the eatery's coffee as he does about its fare. For that reason, Paulie sources all of the restaurant's beans from Houston's own Greenway Coffee Company. This ensures that they arrive freshly roasted, ready to be transformed into an espresso drink or pour-over cup of coffee for you to savor.

You might want to save coffee for dessert, and start your visit to Paulie's with a plate of house-crafted pasta or a personal thin-crust pizza. Paulie's also offers traditional Italian entrees, such as chicken piccata and shrimp scampi, and an array of paninis, salads, and sandwiches. Just make sure you save some room for one of Paulie's house-baked desserts, perhaps the signature shortbread cookies or a few scoops of ice cream from local Cloud 10 Creamery. Either makes the perfect complement to a piping-hot cup of java.

Visit Paulie's website to learn more about this Houston restaurant near Siena at Memorial Heights.

Paulie's
1834 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 807-7271
www.pauliesrestaurant.com/
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Hugo’s: Inventive Fare near Siena at Memorial Heights in Houston

January 22, 2015 by

Don't be scared off by the sight of "grasshoppers" on the menu at Hugo's. According to Yelp reviewers, the grasshoppers—or chapulines, as they're called—are actually delicious. Hugo's chefs pan-saute the grasshoppers and serve them with warm tortillas, guacamole, and chipotle tomatillo salsa for an appetizer that's as tasty as it is out of the ordinary. Of course, if you prefer more traditional fare, you can opt for the guacamole instead. You can order it as a side to any dish (although it's already incorporated into many of them) and customers praise it, too.

Make sure you save enough room for the main course, though, because Hugo's serves widely acclaimed ceviches. The classic comes with lime-cured red snapper, whereas the ceviche de atun features tuna, mango, and avocado in a savory-sweet combo of flavors. If you love seafood too much to decide on just one ceviche, order the trio. It comes with scallop, tuna, and red snapper ceviche mixed with pickled radish, tomato, orange, jalapeno, and a unique prickly pear marmalade. Other upscale plates include braised duck with mole, oxtail with quinoa, and slow-cooked pork with salsa.

Visit Hugo's website to find out more about this Houston restaurant near Siena at Memorial Heights.

Hugo's
1600 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 524-7744
www.hugosrestaurant.net
www.yelp.com/biz/hugos-houston

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Find French Fare near Siena at Memorial Heights at Houston’s Mockingbird Bistro

January 9, 2015 by

Chef and owner John Sheely says there's something different about his Mockingbird Bistro in Houston. He's made a career of crafting fine cuisine at some of the area's top restaurants, and yet his own establishment is much more casual—at least in aesthetic. With the goal of creating an environment where he himself would feel comfortable spending a laid-back evening, John used gothic-style light fixtures in the dining room, juxtaposing them against simple bistro tables and ample sunlight from the floor-to-ceiling windows.

For the eaters of Houston, it's all working. More than 400 of them took the time to review Mockingbird Bistro on Yelp, and the results were overwhelmingly positive. Many Yelpers point to Chef John's Hudson Valley foie gras appetizer, which comes with sweet potato puree, cippolini onion, crispy pancetta, and brioche. For dessert, they like the apple bread pudding. In between your starter and dessert, try one of Chef John's French dishes, perhaps the Rohan duck, the steak frites, or the roasted pork loin.

If you'd like to learn more about the restaurant before planning a visit from Siena at Memorial Heights, check out Mockingbird Bistro's website.

Mockingbird Bistro
1985 Welch Street
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 533-0200
www.mockingbirdbistro.com
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Upscale Houston Dining near Siena at Memorial Heights at Birraporetti’s

December 11, 2014 by

Birraporetti's serves Italian fare in a spot not far from Siena at Memorial Heights. This unique neighborhood staple serves a full menu of Italian food favorites in its rich and elegant dining room, while over in the bar area, visitors can sip on imported beers and Birraporetti’s famous Irish coffee. For brunch, the menu includes eggs Benedict and other favorites, while the dinner menu serves fresh pastas, seafood and stone oven pizzas.

Inside, the walls are painted bright blue, spacious wooden tables create comfortable seating options for any party size, and the eclectic bar is filled to the brim with all of the wine, beer and spirits you can imagine. Because the restaurant is located right in the heart of downtown Houston’s theater district, it makes the perfect dinner choice before or after catching a show nearby.

Birraporetti’s
500 Louisiana
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 224-9494
www.birrarestaurant.com

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