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Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Downtown Houston, Houston

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    • 9.1
      Steakhouse$$$$View Menu
      1200 McKinney St, Houston
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      • Michael B.

        Michael B. • November 16, 2015Terrific new venue. Great Cocktails, great wine list, great steaks, great staff and a great buzz. Well done Hannah and the team

    • 9.1
      Modern EuropeanView Menu
      2704 Polk St, Houston
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      • Dirka D.

        Dirka D. • July 1, 2018There are too many things to get here that are great!!! Small plates- dumplings, chicken liver mousse (which is a MUST), and Nancy cakes are amazing!

    • 9.0
      Vietnamese$$$$View Menu
      912 St Emanuel St, Houston
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      • Arianna M.

        Arianna M. • July 28, 2015Get the shrimp and flat noodles, spicy style. Nom.

    • 9.0
      Beer BarView Menu
      2118 Lamar St (btwn St Emanuel & Hutchins), Houston
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      • Rene H.

        Rene H. • July 6, 2018The grilled cheese food trucks has some very interesting and delicious combinations.

    • 9.0
      Steakhouse$$$$View Menu
      1510 Texas St (at La Branch St.), Houston
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      • Kathy M.

        Kathy M. • March 21, 2011Best crab cake anyplace, lots of crab, minimal breading

    • 9.0
      Bistro
      2119 Leeland St (Hutchins), Houston
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      • Jennifer D.

        Jennifer D. • April 2, 2023There's a great selection for brunch, and the mimosas were the cherry on top! It was a great day to sit on the patio, and the DJ was outstanding! Can't wait to go back!

    • 8.9
      Bar$$$$
      2120 Walker St, Houston
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      • Brittany W.

        Brittany W. • September 28, 2018Lots of TVs, choices in beer, and places to sit! This is a great place to watch a sporting event.

    • 8.9
      Cajun / Creole$$$$View Menu
      1001 Avenida de las Americas, Houston
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      • Johnnie Skywalking

        Johnnie Skywalking • April 15, 2018Go with classic dish, salmon, scallop, crab and shrimp. White wine sauce makes this dish amazing.

    • 8.9
      Beer Bar$$$$View Menu
      705 Main St (Capitol St), Houston
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      • Luciana M.

        Luciana M. • March 3, 2016Found it by chance after walking by the downtown... I was hungry and the bar food was great, but it's a must go place for the beer lovers!

    • 8.9
      Tacos$$$$View Menu
      1604 Emancipation Ave (at Leeland St.), Houston
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      • Allen Z.

        Allen Z. • September 15, 2012Any of the breakfast tacos rock!!! Family owned place!!

    • 8.9
      Food Truck$$$$View Menu
      901 McKinney St, Houston
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      • Adam R.

        Adam R. • January 10, 2015Great staff and super sandwiches + free fro yo.

    • 8.7
      Wine Bar$$$$View Menu
      813 Congress St, Houston
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      • Jonathan W.

        Jonathan W. • December 28, 2016This is a one of a kind place to grab a drink. Great atmosphere, nice people, and reasonable drinks--oh and a great juke. Wish I lived closer.

    • 8.7
      Mexican$$$$View Menu
      1403 Nance St (btw McKee & William), Houston
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      • Kathryn A.

        Kathryn A. • August 22, 2015They have the best cheese enchiladas! Margaritas are good too. Hidden gem.

    • 8.6
      Bakery$$$$
      1725 Main St, Houston
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      • Aline T.

        Aline T. • April 19, 2019Great French Bakery, recently opened. You can see how the pastries are made by the French baker. Delicious pastries and great baguettes! Relaxing atmosphere ☕️

    • 8.6
      American$$$$View Menu
      1836 Polk St, Houston
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      • Jennifer D.

        Jennifer D. • May 21, 2022The Texas cheese steak sandwich was creamy and delicious!! And those chips 🤤 so good!!

    • 8.6
      Bar$$$$
      2118 Lamar St, Houston
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      • David R.

        David R. • October 11, 2019Great food and bar, awesome atmosphere and lots of room. Nice outdoor area.

    • 8.6
      Burgers$$$$
      St. Emmanuel (Dallas), Houston
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      • Dianey S.

        Dianey S. • April 17, 2021Guys... these burgers are delicious.... I had the royal with cheese... that’s the closest to a classic burger....the fries are great as well big and crispy.... EAT HERE ♥️🍔

    • 8.6
      New American$$$$View Menu
      218 Travis St (at Congress St), Houston
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      • From A_to_B

        From A_to_B • September 18, 2011Great food, hipster atmosphere, love it. Must try the burger.

    • 8.6
      Mexican$$$$
      213 Milam St (Franklin St), Houston
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      • Nabeel A.

        Nabeel A. • June 30, 2017Tamales with shrimp is so delicious. best seafood in town and friendly service.

    • 8.6

      20. Xochi

      Mexican$$$$View Menu
      1777 Walker St Ste A, Houston
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      • Fernando C.

        Fernando C. • November 7, 2017Hard to go wrong with anything here. The ceviches are great, as are the antojitos, the moles, and all the main courses. Their tortillas are so good. Make sure to try them with your main course.

    • 8.5
      Southern / Soul$$$$
      1117 Texas St (Fannin St.), Houston
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      • Aptraveler

        Aptraveler • November 15, 2017All their traditional Creole foods such as rice & beans, jambalaya & chicken fried chicken

    • 8.5
      Bar$$$$
      913 Franklin St (Main St.), Houston
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      • Svitlana K.

        Svitlana K. • March 11, 2017Amazing bar with a history behind it! Bartenders love their job and will make you a perfect cocktail. Music is creating the atmosphere you need on Friday evening!

    • 8.5
      Whisky Bar$$$$View Menu
      1201 Caroline St (Dallas), Houston
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      • Nick H.

        Nick H. • July 28, 2012Was visiting Houston and the staff is just amazing! I definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a chill environment that has a good crowd.

    • 8.5
      Bar$$$$
      1510 Hutchins St, Houston
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      • C.Chavis

        C.Chavis • January 19, 2019Small but lively place! Happy Hour is limited mostly limited to wine and beer options. Nice meet-up spot!

    • 8.5
      Vietnamese$$$$View Menu
      2108 Pease St, Houston
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      • Keith K.

        Keith K. • January 3, 2015Pho-nominal bread on the sandwiches. The Pho is quite good as well. Very good vegetarian options make it an office favorite.

    • 8.5
      Restaurant
      1302 Nance St Ste A, Houston
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      • Jeremy F.

        Jeremy F. • March 24, 2018One of the best dining experiences in recent memory. Space, food, service all insanely great

    • 8.5
      Burgers$$$$View Menu
      1000 Main St (at McKinney St), Houston
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      • Sloan E.

        Sloan E. • December 3, 2019Use the app and beat the long lines at lunch. Quick pickup and my order has always been right.

    • 8.5
      Indian$$$$
      903 Hutchins St, Houston
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      • Ray S.

        Ray S. • January 28, 2017Kings Nachos (I had the chicken) and chicken tikka masala are fantastic! Nachos could be spiced up more like the tikka masala though (great flavor).

    • 8.5
      Beer Garden$$$$
      2006 Walker St (Eastex Fwy), Houston
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      • Ryan

        Ryan • October 19, 20143 types of 8th wonder on tap. Awesome.

    • 8.5
      New American$$$$View Menu
      1611 Lamar St (Dallas), Houston
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      • Adam M.

        Adam M. • May 31, 2012Try the Salsa And Guacamole - Three days in a row. Great dish.

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