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Ruggles Green: Good Food, Good For You

May 14, 2013 by

Ruggles Green is a casual place where you can always find good food that's good for you. Come in and take a seat – there’s no ceremony here. You’re not going to find any waiters – just step up to the counter. The menu items use local organic ingredients from 17 different area farms, so you know it’s fresh. All the meats are hormone and steroid free, and all of the desserts use natural, organic sweeteners. Also, those eating gluten free will find lots of great options. There’s even a selection of organic wines! 

Ruggles Green
2311 W Alabama St
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 533-0777
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ruggles-green-houston

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Vinoteca Poscol: Good Wine, Good Food

April 17, 2013 by

Vinoteca Poscol is the place to go for classic Italian food, complemented by a great selection of wines. Located near Cherryhurst Park, Vinoteca Poscol is actually named after the chef’s hometown street. When you come in, you’ll like the subdued décor and quiet ambiance. Folks rave about the service, too. The chef makes all of his “small plates” with specific wines in mind, so ask your server for recommendations. There’s a great selection of cheese and meat trays, finger sandwiches, flatbreads, pastas and risottos to enjoy and share. What a great place to go for happy hour, dinner or a late night bite!

Vinoteca Poscol is open Tuesday through Sunday.

Vinoteca Poscol
1609 Westheimer
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 529-2797
http://www.yelp.com/biz/vinoteca-poscol-houston-2

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Enchanted Dining at Baba Yega

April 10, 2013 by

How can a restaurant named after a witch be so divine?  In its 35th year, Baba Yega continues to entice and delight diners. Charm begins even before you taste your first bite.  A converted home, this place offers cozy rooms and compelling verandas, gardens, a koi pond, and a waterfall.  Baba Yega serves lunch and dinner seven days a week, and is an absolute Sunday brunch fantasy.

Vegetarians, behold! The Black Bean Burger, Vegetarian Meatloaf, and Sunshine Basil Sandwich are created in your image—and there are many more choices for contemplation. For others, the Smoked Turkey and Brie sandwich is extraordinarily popular. Folks rave about the club sandwich and Chicken & Basil Pasta Salad.  Good luck choosing between the fries and the potato salad; both are signature quality. The artichoke/spinach dip and the fresh fruit are marvelous touches. Enjoy your Sunday morning mimosas.

Baba Yega Restaurant
2607 Grant Street
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 522-0042
www.babayega.com

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Just Dinner: Casual & Classy

March 26, 2013 by

From small beginnings, Just Dinner has grown into a great local BYOB dining experience. Located in the Mogan House in the neighborhood of Montrose, Just Dinner is just that – a delicious dinner option. While this is a casual restaurant, the décor is decidedly upscale, but also quiet and comfortable. Get an appetizer like country pate or warm brie to share, and move on to tasty American and Italian entrée options that will satisfy any diner. Everything made is fresh because all of the ingredients are either harvested in the restaurant’s garden, or bought that day. What a great way to have a tasty rendezvous with somebody special! Just Dinner is open Tuesday through Saturday for – what else – just dinner! Reservations are accepted.

Just Dinner
1915 Dunlavy St
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 807-0077
http://www.yelp.com/biz/just-dinner-houston-2

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Tiny Boxwood’s: Classy & Casual Dining

March 19, 2013 by

At Tiny Boxwood’s restaurant, it’s about the whole package: the food, the ambiance and the service. Together, they make the whole dining experience memorable. Located in Highland Village, you’ll find cuisine with a French flair, any time of the day. You’ll like the clean, classic dining room, or dine on the patio. Come for breakfast or brunch and try the grilled bread plate with homemade jam, eggs, quiche or morning cheese. The lunch menu includes tasty soups, salads and sandwiches, and check out the chef’s seafood special or any other dinner course, and you’ll be satisfied. Mid-afternoon, come in for a nice respite with cheese and wine! Tiny Boxwood’s is open Tuesday through Sunday.

Tiny Boxwood’s
3614 W Alabama St
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 622-4224
http://www.yelp.com/biz/tiny-boxwoods-houston

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Hearsay Gastro Lounge: Food, Drinks, Friends

March 12, 2013 by

The Hearsay Gastro Lounge is a great place to see to meet up with friends for lunch, happy hour, dinner or late night. Located downtown in the historic W.L. Foley Building, you’ll like coming into the Hearsay to see how beautiful the place is, with its high ceilings, chandeliers and casual décor. Come for happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., and enjoy terrific deals on beers on tap and by the bottle, wine and cocktails. Wednesdays are also a good time to come for Ladies’ Night! The bar also has a good selection of bourbons and whiskeys. The lunch and dinner menus features tasty apps, soups, salads, sandwiches and small plates, with something for everyone. And the kitchen is always open late until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays!

Hearsay Gastro Lounge
218 Travis St
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 225-8079
http://www.yelp.com/biz/hearsay-gastro-lounge-houston

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Supreme Sushi at Kubo’s Sushi Bar & Grill

February 19, 2013 by

Praise for Kubo’s Sushi Bar & Grill comes from many directions, including Zagat. This fresh sushi center, a decade old, keeps raising the standard of Japanese cuisine in the Houston area. Set on the second floor of the Rice Village Arcade, Kubo’s also offers an inviting atmosphere.  Lunch and dinner service seven days a week makes this a dependable friend to your cravings.  Happy Hour—also seven days a week—makes Kubo’s irresistible to your social life as well.

Kubo’s menu continually undergoes scrumptious innovation, with the addition of upscale Kaiseki and Shokado Bento, so diners can count on old favorites without worry of ever becoming bored. Sushi, sashimi and roll selections are extensive and magnificent; salads, soups and entrees appeal to all tastes, with plenty of vegetarian options. Don’t miss exciting and yummy special events, such as Sake 101!

Kubo’s Sushi Bar & Grill
2414 University Boulevard #200
Houston TX, 77005
(713) 528-7878
www.kubos-sushi.com

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Jonathan’s The Rub: Burger Paradise

February 12, 2013 by

It’s a little hard to find, and the décor isn’t much to speak of, but Jonathan’s The Rub consistently sweeps the best burger category in local polls year after year. The massive burgers, seasoned with a top secret spice rub and served on an ever so slightly sweet sourdough bun, are only on the lunch menu; if you ask nicely you might be able to get one for dinner. But really, you can save the burgers for lunch; Jonathan’s dinner menu has many tempting options including a lobster slider starter (Maine lobster salad served open-faced on sweet Hawaiian buns), Italian pastas, and an assortment of juicy steaks. Jonathan’s is small and does not take reservations but you can call half an hour or so before your arrival to make sure there is seating available.

Jonathan’s The Rub
9061 Gaylord Street
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 465-8200

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Block 7: Where Wining and Dining Merrily Marry

January 29, 2013 by

Block 7 Wine Company successfully pulls off the multiple roles of restaurant, wine bar and tasting venue, and retail shop.  Plus, there’s occasionally live music and art for added excitement.

You’ll get wise wine counsel from the staff. Enjoy flavorful versions of your favorite grapes from unusual vineyards at prices that respect Block 7 diners.  Four bottles get you a discount, and you’re welcome to save some for home.  Tasting events introduce interesting wine producing areas of the world, and offer delicious nibbles. You can look forward to Happy Hours five days a week at Block 7.

Eclectic lunch and dinner menus include light and serious fare.  You’ll find great soups and flatbreads, a venison Sloppy Guiseppe on a Challah bun, and an amazing grilled cheese with apple sandwich. Truffle popcorn or gorgeous salads might lead you into a dinner of lamb chops, bacon-wrapped filet mignon, or housemade pappardelle shrimp. Warm bread pudding and chocolate gooey goodness are among the desserts that will bring you back.

Block 7 Wine Company
720 Shepherd Drive
Houston, TX 77007
(713) 572-2565
www.block7wineco.com

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Gatlin’s BBQ: Worth the Wait

January 22, 2013 by

Some call it the best barbecue in Texas; this tiny place is certainly popular, doling out Texas-style dry rub barbecue meats to crowds every day of the week. Regulars agree that the brisket is out of this world; salty, smoky, and melt in your mouth tender. Lean, chewy ribs are a popular choice as well. The sauce, served on the side, strikes the perfect balance between sweet and spicy. Homemade sausages come smoked or in spicy links. Sides and desserts are of the humble home style variety; beans, coleslaw, green beans, and a bread pudding your mama might have made. Be forewarned, this kind of slow cooking can take a while, and Gatlin’s sometimes closes when they run out of meat; it’s best to call in your order ahead of time.

Gatlin’s BBQ
1221 1/2 West 19th Street
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 869-4227

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