Mary Jo Peckham Park: A Beautiful Katy Park

Spend a nice day enjoying the weather at Mary Jo Peckham Park. This wonderful park in Katy is a great spot to bring the kids to work off some energy on the playground complete with swings and some bouncy toys. Get some exercise with a jog around the lake on the trails or just enjoy the scenic view while feeding the ducks. One trail is designated for running and one is for walking. Harris county residents can use the gym for free. The gym has a mix of machines, cardio equipment, and workout classes. There is also an indoor pool, sports fields, gazebo, fishing pier, and mini golf course. Feel free to bring your lunch to the picnic area. If you want to have an outdoor cookout just call to reserve the pavilion with grills. Mary Jo Peckham Park is open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. 

Mary Jo Peckham Park
5597 Gardenia Lane
Katy, TX 77491
(281) 496-2177
http://www.yelp.com/biz/mary-jo-peckham-park-katy

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Black Walnut Cafe: Comfort Food in Katy, Texas

Black Walnut Cafe serves a little bit of everything to delighted diners in Katy, Texas. This restaurant's extensive menu features breakfast fare, espresso drinks, sandwiches, and entrees. This is freshly prepared food using quality ingredients! The breakfast menu has a nice mix of dishes like specialty omelets, eggs benedict, breakfast burritos, and French toast. Regulars rave about the tasty pasta dishes that are perfectly seasoned. Just order at the counter and seat yourself at one of the booths, tables, or at the bar. The interior is warm and comfy with a beautiful outdoor patio area. Wine, beers, and specialty cocktails are available. Black Walnut Cafe also offers catering and to-go options. It's pen for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, just a short trip from Marquis at Katy.

Black Walnut Cafe
23233 Cinco Ranch Boulevard
Katy, TX 77494
(281) 371-2233
http://blackwalnutcafe.com/cincoranch.html
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Flying Saucer: A Sugar Land Gastropub

This UFO touched down in Sugar Land's Town Square shopping complex and quickly won over a host of loyal fans. Hundreds of beers on tap, a tasty selection of pub food, friendly waitstaff and a fun, festive atmosphere makes it a great place to hang out with friends. If you just need a bit of a nosh to go with your brew, you can scoop up some Nachos Grande, Quesadillas, Hot Wings or Hummus & Pita. Heartier appetites will want to pick something from the plentiful roster of sandwiches that includes the Saucer Burger with a half-pound of certified Angus Beef, a Hippie Burger with a veggie patty & jalapeno-pesto mayo, the Saucer Dipster with seasoned roast beef & swiss cheese and the River Rocker with smoked salmon & cream cheese. Bratwurst, pizza, salads, soup and dessert are also on the menu.

Flying Saucer
15929 City Walk
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 242-7468
http://www.yelp.com/biz/flying-saucer-draught-emporium-sugar-land

Captain Tom’s Seafood & Oyster Bar: Fresh Oysters in Katy

Oysters and beer are on the menu at Captain Tom's Seafood & Oyster Bar. The restaurant has a casual and laid back vibe. Most of the seating is just stools at the bar. The whole restaurant is shaped like a ship. The oysters are huge, fresh, and full of flavor. Add your favorite condiments like lemon juice, hot sauce, and horseradish. Fried options are also available like fried oysters, fried shrimp, and fried crab fingers. The gumbo is also very tasty. Order an appetizer like the stuffed jalapenos full of shrimp and crab meat. Pair your drink with a michelada, a concoction of Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and your favorite beer. Prices are very reasonable. Come early, Captain Tom's Seafood & Oyster Bar does get crowded. 

Captain Tom's Seafood & Oyster Bar
20525 Katy Freeway
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 829-6407

Ritters Frozen Custard: Sundaes in Katy

Craving something different than regular ice cream? Take a trip to Ritters Frozen Custard. Get ready for fresh-made, frozen custard treats. The fresh banana custard is very popular. Flavors rotate regularly. Try traditional vanilla or something more creative like cherry cheesecake, rocky road, butter almond, espresso bean, mango, and the strawberry shortcake sundae. Every flavor is fresh, rich, and creamy. Regular ice cream, water ice, hot dogs, and nachos are also available. Prices are very reasonable. The line does get long for this delicious treat but it is well worth the wait. There is limited outdoor seating. Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday to Saturday. 

Ritters Frozen Custard
3427 North Fry Road
Katy, TX 77449
(281) 646-1211
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ritters-frozen-custard-katy

Japaneiro’s: Sugar Land Fusion Fare

Can’t decide whether you want Mexican or Japanese cuisine? No problem! Just head on over to Japaneiro’s and you can have both. An innovative fusion of the two cuisines means this little eatery near Marquis at Katy has a unique menu, with crab puffs and spicy salsa mingling on the same appetizer plate. Sushi rolls contain a delectable medley of similarly innovative ingredients. Try the T Rex and you get soft shell crawfish, jalapeño, cucumber, avocado & habañero topped with kani, maguro and unagi. Entree choices include a Churrasco Plate with grilled Angus Tenderloin marinated in chimichurri, served with garlic mashed potatoes, Blackened Chilean Sea Bass with black beans, and Stir Fried Seafood Rice with sweet plantain slices. Stop in at lunchtime for a 3-course meal for just $12. Japaneiro's is open every day for lunch and dinner.

Japaneiro's
2168 Texas Drive
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 242-1121
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Black Walnut Café: Classics All Day

For breakfast, lunch, dinner or just relaxing with a drink in hand, come to the Black Walnut Café. Located in the Courtyard at First Colony Mall, the Black Walnut Café is a comfy spot to hit, any time of the day. The ambiance will impress you, with its dark woods and comfortable seating. Be careful, you could take a nap in those big comfy chairs! The morning and afternoon happy hours are perfect for meeting up with friends before or after work, and trying a munchie and a specialty cocktail. Everything in the kitchen from the pancakes to the dinner entrees are all made to order (don’t pass up the eggs Benedict in the morning and the grilled cheese for lunch).

Black Walnut Café
Courtyard at First Colony Mall
16535 Southwest Freeway
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 565-7800
http://www.yelp.com/biz/black-walnut-caf%C3%A9-sugar-land-3

Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille: Upscale Dining in Katy

Just minutes from I-10 off Grand Parkway you'll find Perry's Steakhouse & Grille, an upscale restaurant in Katy. The food is delicious with generous portion sizes. Be ready for leftovers! Start with an appetizer like Perry’s Signature Fried Asparagus, topped with jumbo lump crabmeat. Then move onto your entree like Perry's Famous Pork Chop, cured, roasted, slow-smoked, and caramelized served with homemade applesauce. Regulars rave these are the best pork chops you will ever eat. Pair your meal with some sides, served family style, like Macaroni & Cheese, Sweet Potato Fries, and Roasted Creamed Corn. A full bar is available. Try to save room for the tasty desserts. Open Saturday to Thursday for dinner and Fridays for lunch and dinner. 

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille
23501 Cinco Ranch Boulevard, Suite Q100
Katy, TX 77494
(281) 347-3600
http://www.yelp.com/biz/perrys-steakhouse-and-grille-katy

Circle S Vineyards: Sugar Land Wines

If you want to get up close and personal with a fully functioning winery, you don’t have to fly to Italy or travel to the Napa Valley. Circle S Vineyards gives you a chance to see what a first class winery is all about – and it's right in the suburbs of Houston. Tours include their bottling department, plus you get a chance to taste their wines. You don’t have to take the tour to participate in a tasting. Just visit their tasting room, where you’ll also find a complete array of wine accessories, European crystal stemware and gift items for your special someone. Join their Vintner’s Reserve Barrel Program and you can receive bottles with your own personal label. Closed on Mondays.

Circle S Vineyards
9920 Highway 90 A
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 265-9463
http://www.yelp.com/biz/circle-s-vineyards-sugar-land

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