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Texass

1. Sunset Lounge

7.5
3030 Ross Ave (Central Expressway), Dallas, TX
Dive Bar · 46 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Recently relaunched Sunset Lounge is shaking up updated versions of classic tiki drinks like the Zombie and Rum Runner, plus new creations like chili-spiked horchata.

Tanoshii is one of Texass.

2. Tanoshii

2724 Commerce St (btwn Henry St. & S. Crowdus St.), Dallas, TX
Noodle Restaurant · Deep Ellum · 40 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Of course, you're here for the ramen, so get to it with this tonkotsu, a pork belly-laden broth with awesomeness like kikurage 'shrooms, bok choy, menma, nitamago, and roasted sesame. Read more.

3. Fargo's Pit BBQ

8.6
1701 S Texas Ave, Bryan, TX
BBQ Joint · Downtown Bryan · 30 tips and reviews

Travel + LeisureTravel + Leisure: Superb pork spare ribs, tender brisket, and juicy smoked chickens (with skin as crackly as potato chips) draw the faithful to Fargo's newest location. More places to eat like a local: tandl.me/12ufz7c

4. Thien Thanh

8.1
11210 Bellaire Blvd #140, Houston, TX
Vietnamese Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

Travel + LeisureTravel + Leisure: Everyone comes here for bánh cuón: dainty, ravioli-like crêpes filled w/ ground shrimp or barbecued pork & drizzled w/ pungent nuoc cham sauce. More places to eat like a local: tandl.me/12ufz7c

5. El Gran Malo

2307 Ella Blvd (at 23rd), Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 69 tips and reviews

EaterEater: With over 40 infused tequilas available, El Gran Malo is a margarita lover's paradise. The new cocktail menu branches out some, and the food remains perfect for a light dinner or snacking.

6. Down House

1801 Yale St (W 18th St), Houston, TX
New American Restaurant · 120 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Known as a "bartender's bartender" for his efficient preparation and friendly demeanor, Jeremy Olivier leads the cocktail program at this restaurant that become an essential part of the Heights scene.

7. Beaver's

2310 Decatur St (at Sawyer St.), Houston, TX
Southern Food Restaurant · 112 tips and reviews

EaterEater: It's tempting to overlook a place like Beaver's as it settles into a comfortable middle age, but that would mean missing out a place that still has a talented bar staff making creative cocktails.

8. Triniti

2815 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX
New American Restaurant · 47 tips and reviews

EaterEater: It's all about the happy hour here from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and all day Sunday. Cocktail prices are $6 and three plates of bar bites are $10. A great way to start the night.

9. Haven

2502 Algerian Way (Kirby Dr.), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 57 tips and reviews

EaterEater: A space unlike any other restaurant in Houston. The cocktail menu offers drinks designed to match chef Philippe Gaston's global cuisine and Haven's more comfort-oriented fare.

10. The Pass and Provisions

807 Taft St (Dallas), Houston, TX
Molecular Gastronomy Restaurant · 89 tips and reviews

EaterEater: As in the kitchen, the bar at Provisions features talented people turned loose to create. It's become so popular that it recently extended its hours to 2:00 a.m. Wednesday through Saturday.

Underbelly is one of Texass.

11. Underbelly

1100 Westheimer Rd (Waugh Dr), Houston, TX
New American Restaurant · 94 tips and reviews

12. The Original OKRA Charity Saloon

8.3
924 Congress St (Main St.), Houston, TX
Cocktail Bar · 57 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The vibe in this historic space is so good that it merits a visit. With Anvil veteran Mike Criss leading the way, the cocktail program will be solid.

13. Grand Prize Bar

8.1
1010 Banks St (at Montrose Blvd), Houston, TX
Dive Bar · 63 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Grand Prize's wallet friendly drinks, laid back vibe and kickass jukebox mean it will always have a place on this list. With Austin King's Yaki Snack Attack leading the kitchen, the food's good, too.

14. Mongoose vs Cobra

8.2
1011 McGowen St (Fannin), Houston, TX
Beer Garden · 65 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This Midtown spot may have taken a while to find its footing, but the stylish room's mix of craft beer and cocktails has settled in nicely. The large, free, adjacent parking lot is a nice touch.

15. Reserve 101

8.5
1201 Caroline St (Dallas), Houston, TX
Whisky Bar · 38 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This downtown spot is pitched to whiskey fans with its selection of running into the hundreds, including the highly coveted Pappy Van Winkle.

Spoon Bar & Kitchen is one of Texass.

16. Spoon Bar & Kitchen

8220 Westchester Dr (Sherry Ln), Dallas, TX
Seafood Restaurant · 17 tips and reviews
Stampede 66 By Stephan Pyles is one of Texass.

17. Stampede 66 By Stephan Pyles

1717 McKinney Ave Ste 100, Dallas, TX
American Restaurant · 46 tips and reviews
Milt's Pit BBQ is one of Texass.

18. Milt's Pit BBQ

208 W. Center St, Kyle, TX
BBQ Joint · 19 tips and reviews

Chris D.Chris Doelle: The brisket is top-notch. The sausage is also above par.

19. Pakpao

1628 Oak Lawn Ave (btwn I-35E & Hi Line Dr.), Dallas, TX
Thai Restaurant · 41 tips and reviews

Jessica D.Jessica D: Have had crab, catfish, n chicken... Still nothing compares to the Tamarind Duck!

20. Mot Hai Ba

8.4
6047 Lewis St, Dallas, TX
Vietnamese Restaurant · 33 tips and reviews

Carolyn W.Carolyn Wiberg: The frog legs were fantastic. Very light tempura, tender, and tasty! A must have. I'm originally from MD so I'll take crab any day. The crab dish (get the whole one) was great, get ready to dig in!

Belly & Trumpet is one of Texass.

21. Belly & Trumpet

3407 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX
Tapas Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Tariq R.Tariq Rashid: The steak kimchee omelet at brunch..get it!

22. Mercat Bistro

8.9
2501 N Harwood St, Dallas, TX
French Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Karla P.Karla Perez Ascencio C: Try the roasted chicken but I think it could easily serve three people! Delicious

23. HG Sply Co.

8.8
2008 Greenville Ave (btwn Prospect Ave & Oram St), Dallas, TX
New American Restaurant · 117 tips and reviews

Chris D.Chris Davidson: $3 draught beer and $5 tacos, nachos, hummus and slider appetizers from 4-7pm Mon-Fri. AMAZING!

24. LARK on the Park

2015 Woodall Rodgers Fwy (at N. Harwood St.), Dallas, TX
New American Restaurant · Arts District · 40 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Shannon Wynne's newest spot gives a new meaning to drinking in the park. Sip on creative cocktails like The Horned Lark (Absolut vodka, yellow Chartreuse, Lillet Blanc, grapefruit bitters).

25. Arcade Midtown Kitchen

303 Pearl Pkwy, San Antonio, TX
New American Restaurant · Tobin Hill · 35 tips and reviews
The Rustic is one of Texass.

26. The Rustic

8.9
3656 Howell St (Lemmon Ave & 75), Dallas, TX
American Restaurant · 80 tips and reviews
Captain Foxheart's Bad News Bar & Spirits Lodge is one of Texass.

27. Captain Foxheart's Bad News Bar & Spirits Lodge

8.3
308 1/2 Main St, Houston, TX
Cocktail Bar · 42 tips and reviews
Lanny's Alta Cocina Mexicana is one of Texass.

28. Lanny's Alta Cocina Mexicana

3405 W 7th St (at Boland St.), Fort Worth, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 4 tips and reviews

29. The Hay Merchant

1100 Westheimer Rd (at Yoakum Blvd.), Houston, TX
Beer Garden · 162 tips and reviews

Houston PressHouston Press: The Butcher's Burger and it's homemade nature is best enjoyed in its simplicity, but you can always top it with bacon and/or a fried egg.

Julep is one of Texass.

30. Julep

9.0
1919 Washington Ave. (White St.), Houston, TX
Cocktail Bar · 39 tips and reviews

31. Cloud 10 Creamery

5216 Morningside Dr (Bolsover St), Houston, TX
Ice Cream Parlor · 42 tips and reviews

Thuan L.Thuan Le: Unique flavors and creamy consistency! Cafe sua da (aka Viet coffee) actually tastes like the real deal. Try the toasted rice & sesame seed chocolate icecream. Sounds weird but so amazing!