510 Shepherd : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-863-7777
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 This upscale tavern is a great example of a uniquely American
restaurant style that features a well-stocked bar and simple meat and
seafood dishes that don?t have French names. In many ways, the new
American tavern is a throwback to early American eateries. The menu
includes oysters on... More >> |
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Modern American |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout |
$$, $$$ |
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1801 Ella Blvd. : Houston, TX 77008 : 713-863-1222
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 As close to the City of Brotherly Love as you're going to get in the Bayou City, Pappa Geno's offers Philly cheesesteaks that both Philadelphia expats and beef-loving Texans can get behind. In a nod to its Lone Star State location, Pappa Geno's even offers its signature steak and cheese on Texas... More >> |
| Heights |
Sandwiches |
Takeout |
$ |
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1703 Shepherd : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-227-2283
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 The comfortable dining room of faux-wood paneling, vinyl chairs and Formica tabletops is plastered with gimme caps and fishing trophies. Interspersed throughout are photos of loyal customers. But the distinct smell of smoke gives away its true calling: slow-cooked barbecue, which is still... More >> |
| Heights |
Barbecue |
Catering, Delivery, Private Party, Takeout |
$, $$ |
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1503 Shepherd : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-880-2470
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 A converted old house is the new home of Segari’s, the restaurant that Sam Segari started in the ’90s on Durham. The quirky little place has nine tables that fill up quickly, and a third of the place is taken up by a well-stocked bar. Everyone seems to be a regular here. The menu has... More >> |
| Heights |
Seafood, Steakhouse |
Takeout |
$$$ |
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250 W. 19th St. : Houston, TX 77008 : 713-863-7500
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 This sleek and fashionable eatery caters to a hip, casually dressed clientele. The Asian-style fish offerings are tops, but there are also Southern and Cajun dishes on the menu, each upscaled with a clever twist from owner Claire Smith and executive chef David Luna. More >> |
| Heights |
American, Asian, Fusion, New American |
Catering, Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout |
$$$ |
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1420 Edwards : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-227-4893
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 This convenience store serves some of the most impressive cheeseburgers in town. The patties are half-pound and hand-formed, and the sesame-seed buns are well toasted. Variations include the Rio jalapeño burger, the BBQ blues burger and the Tex-Mex burger with salsa. More >> |
| Heights |
American |
Takeout |
$ |
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1001 Studewood : Houston, TX 77008 : 713-880-1001
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 Was there ever a point at which Stella Sola wasn't one of Houston's best restaurants? From nearly the day that it opened, this Texas-Tuscan hybrid has been wowing diners with house-cured charcuterie, a pork-centric menu that even features a roast suckling pig for two and a wine list that's far... More >> |
| Heights |
American, Italian |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Takeout |
$$$ |
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4601 Washington Ave. : Houston, TX 77007 : 281-501-3237
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 The 170 different tequilas, plus eight varieties on tap chilled to five degrees and an owner who is a tequilier (yes, you heard right), might make you think this is only a bar. But it is also a place to get some great Southwestern cuisine. The decor is chic and ultramodern, as are the patrons.... More >> |
| Heights |
Mexican, Southwestern |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout |
$$ |
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705 E. 11th St. : Houston, TX 77008 : 713-880-8691
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 The Houston Press gave Zelko Bistro the Best Comfort Food award in
2010 for good reason: This cozy converted house in the Heights offers
everything comfort food should be. It's inexpensive, well-made,
thoughtfully presented, delicious food from childhood served with a
warm smile. Zelko... More >> |
| Heights |
American, Southern |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout |
$$ |
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920 Studemont : Houston, TX 77007 : 281-501-1788
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 The relaxing lounge atmosphere here is complemented by tables with comfortable chairs as well as sofas. The decor leans to bohemian-parlor, and that?s a major part of its charm. While food takes second place to the wines, the kitchen staff is preparing some interesting cheese plates and snack... More >> |
| Heights |
Wine Bar |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout |
$$ |
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2203 N. Shepherd : Houston, TX 77008 : 713-861-5115
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 Whether it?s breakfast, lunch or dinner you?re looking for, Alma Latina Seafood and Taqueria will have it ? with a Latin twist, of course. It?s a quaint little spot that?s nicer than a dive, but just as casual as any other neighborhood taqueria smack dab in the middle of the Heights. Regulars... More >> |
| Heights |
Mexican |
Takeout |
$ |
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1115 E. 11th St. : Houston, TX 77009 : 713-861-9423
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 This place has what one would call "character." Don't mind the drab decor, which dates to 1977, when the place opened for business, serving up simple, fast and cheap Tex-Mex-American diner fare to Heights locals. The food is hot and fresh, the service fast and friendly. Andy's is BYOB, not to... More >> |
| Heights |
American, Mexican, Tex-Mex |
Business Dining, Kid Friendly, Order Online, Private Party, Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible |
$ |
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1017 Houston Ave. : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-228-5138
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 Cops, reporters, lawyers and other folks who frequent the police station and the municipal courthouse have made this steam-table diner a lunchtime institution. The people-watching is great: Downtown business types rubbing shoulders with folks in African-inspired tribal garb. Try one of the best... More >> |
| Heights |
American, Breakfast, Soul Food, Southern |
Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible |
$ |
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2701 White Oak : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-868-8000
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 This third location of BB?s Cajun Café is our favorite, with an enormous patio that?s a natural for hosting crawfish boils and hoisting Abita beers. The full bar ? and we do mean full ? makes a mean Hurricane that?s the house specialty for a good reason. Grillades and grits are ideal post-hangover ... More >> |
| Heights |
Cajun, Creole |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout |
$, $$ |
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2310 Decatur St. : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-864-2328
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 Beaver’s is an old neighborhood icehouse that was completely revamped
and reopened with an inventive cocktail list, a great craft beer
selection and a menu of barbecue, burgers and creative comfort foods.
The hip “neo-icehouse” as some have called it, made Bon... More >> |
| Heights |
American, Barbecue |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout |
$, $$ |
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1001 E. Memorial Loop : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-863-8188
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 Developer man, spare that tree! For shading their commodious deck with a great-granddaddy live oak, the Becks boys deserve our thanks. And for their unprefabricated yuppie fast food -- real fries, fine mesquite-smoky burgers on eggy sesame buns that others would do well to emulate -- they... More >> |
| Heights |
American |
Catering, Kid Friendly, Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible |
$ |
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5922 Washington : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-868-1131
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 The second location of benjy's is quieter than you'd expect for its Washington Avenue location, without any of the hassle of forced valet or clubby music throbbing in the dining room. Its chic, elegant look is mimicked in the menu, which is full of locally sourced food in Asian-influenced dishes... More >> |
| Heights |
American |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Takeout |
$$ |
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702 E. 11th St. : Houston, TX 77008 : 713-225-2252
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 Before the franchises, there was this original, tiny, hole-in-the-wall place. Before that, there was a simple cart, which can still be seen at this location. While chicken, beef, spinach and corn tamales can still be found here, Berryhill is now famous for its fish tacos, made with either shrimp... More >> |
| Heights |
Mexican |
Catering, Kid Friendly, Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible |
$ |
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903 Studewood : Houston, TX 77008 : 713-862-2600
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 This Heights eatery is housed in one of the cute bungalows that defines the old neighborhood with doors that open to let fresh air in when the weather is good. They serve the standard Cajun and Creole dishes that Gulf Coast natives love ? gumbo, jambalaya, boudin, etc. In addition to all the... More >> |
| Heights |
Cajun, Creole |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout |
$ |
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720 Shepherd : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-572-2565
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 Block 7 is a retail wine warehouse and restaurant with "wine-
inspired" cuisine. The wines are sold at retail prices, and they?re
from all over the world. Most are sold by the glass, and you can try
any of them at the tasting bar. The menu features fresh, local
ingredients. Try flatbreads... More >> |
| Heights |
Wine Bar |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Takeout |
$$ |
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5820 Washington Avenue : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-862-3473
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The second Houston location of Dallas import The Blue Fish packs them in at night on Washington Avenue, directly next to another see-and-be-seen spot for the pretty people: benjy?s. Both offer beautiful spaces and an almost clubby atmosphere, but The Blue Fish also offers seriously good sushi... More >> |
| Heights |
Japanese, Sushi |
Private Party, Takeout |
$$, $$$ |
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5306 Washington : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-861-5525
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 The Blue Moose Lodge aims for a ski-resort vibe on Washington Avenue, where the attitude is decidedly warmer. Inside, it doesn't feel a few feet away from one of Houston's busiest streets; instead, the long leather couches and cozy corner fireplace might have you dialing up the Ski & Snow Report... More >> |
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2518 Yale : Houston, TX 77008 : 713-868-3740
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 This wine bar has a funky, bold, colorful ’60s decor, and serves some of the best bar food around, with live music to boot. The place has an extensive international wine list, offering many by the glass, along with some wonderful beers. At lunch, it’s easy to fill up on their panini... More >> |
| Heights |
Cafe, Dessert, Sandwiches, Wine Bar |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible |
$$ |
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519 Shepherd : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-861-2233
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 BRC Gastropub is cheeky in more ways than one: Yes, the "BRC" stands
for "Big Red Cock" and the menu follows a similar adult playfulness.
Don't expect to escape without dropping some bills on the food, but do
expect a phenomenal beer selection and some truly inspired dishes. The
Dr... More >> |
| Heights |
Gastro Pub |
Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Takeout |
$$ |
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1 Birdsall Street : Houston, TX 77007 : 713-868-4444
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 The steaks at Brenner's location on Buffalo Bayou are wet-aged, USDA Prime and they're served in a puddle of au jus. It's a smart idea. The meat juice soaks in as you cut each bite, so there's never a chance for dry-tasting meat. More >> |
| Heights |
Steakhouse |
Business Dining, Fireplace, Patio-Sidewalk Dining, Private Party, Takeout, Water View |
$$$$ |
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