For authentic Cajun and Creole seafood, Seafood on the Geaux is a destination worth trying. This popular eatery specializes in regional favorites such as the crispy shrimp po’boy served with house-made tartar sauce and the fried catfish dinner served with fries and toast. Order a pot of boiled crawfish, or even get the crawfish live to take home and prepare yourself. If you're in a hurry, head directly to Seafood on the Geaux's drive-through window and get your meal in a jiffy. If you've got time, though, regulars suggest that you sit down at one of the picnic tables out front and enjoy your meal while it's piping hot.

Portions are generous and prices are reasonable. Combine that with authentic Cajun recipes and the shop's casual, comfortable atmosphere, and you'll understand why Seafood on the Geaux is a Katy favorite!

Seafood on the Geaux
979 South Mason Road
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 398-3003
www.seafoodonthegeaux.com
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Once you eat at Red Oak Grill, you'll understand why it has such a loyal following among Katy locals, many of whom make a ritual out of a weekly family meal at the restaurant. Relax in one of the deep booths or enjoy the sunshine at a table next to the floor-to-ceiling windows. Wherever you sit, you'll find lots of American classics on the menu, like burgers and fries or grilled catfish filets with house-made tartar sauce and a baked potato. But you'll also find a number of Mediterranean-style dishes, which are some of the restaurant's specialties. Try the beef or lamb kabobs for a Mediterranean version of barbecue, and be sure to taste the creamy, mildly spiced hummus spread served with pita bread.

Red Oak Grill is a popular breakfast spot, so consider heading over on a Saturday morning for a leisurely plate of French toast with fresh fruit or flaky biscuits topped with a dollop of creamy sausage gravy.

Red Oak Grill
2004 South Mason Road
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 392-2612
www.redoak-grill.com
www.yelp.com/biz/red-oak-grill-katy

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Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just looking for a great new restaurant, Houston is home to a number of luxurious, decadent, and even innovative fine dining restaurants. Here are two popular eateries.

1) Pappas Bros. Steakhouse
You can’t cross the street in Texas without running into a steakhouse, but Pappas Bros. Steakhouse truly stands out in the crowd. This family-owned fine dining restaurant has been in the Pappas family since 1976, and each dish is prepared with the utmost attention to detail just like it was back then. All of the meat is cut, dry-aged, and seasoned in-house to create a crave-worthy steak every time. Pappas Bros. also serves exceptional seafood, a variety of desserts, and a wine list filled with perfect pairings.
Locations in Houston and Dallas; see website for contact information

2) Uchi Houston
For diners with a more adventurous flair for food, Uchi Houston offers fresh, new takes on traditional Japanese dishes and cooking techniques. The restaurant itself is located in one of the most unique buildings you’ll ever dine in, with a large, round stone tower in the front and contemporary decor throughout. Browse sashimi tastings, creative sushi rolls, eclectic desserts and, of course, an expansive sake list to create a meal that appeals to each of your senses.
904 Westheimer Road, Houston, Texas 77006; (713) 522-4808

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