Here’s a look at this week’s hottest culinary happenings:
Tuesday, February 11
I Can Buy Myself Flowers at Monkey’s Tail
Monkey’s Tail, 5802 Fulton Monkey’s Tail hosts its annual I Can Buy Myself Flowers event from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., teaming up with Mas Flora for an evening of flower arranging and cocktails. Mas Flora will guide you through creating a gorgeous bouquet. Tickets are $50 and include the arrangement and vase, an envelope and note, and a cocktail.
Tuesdays–Thursdays
Oyster Happy Hour at Pier 6 Seafood & Oyster House
Pier 6, 113 6th, has amped up its happy hour, extending its 50-cent chilled oyster deal from Tuesdays only to Tuesdays through Thursdays, all day long. As a bonus, on Thursdays only you can slurp ‘em alongside wood-grilled oysters for a buck a piece during happy hour, from 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 13
Galentine’s Day Bingo at FM Kitchen & Bar
FM Kitchen & Bar, 1112 Shepherd, is hosting Galentine’s Day Bingo at 7 p.m., offering drink specials including $8 Tenfold Espresso Martini, $8 Aperol Spritz, and $7 High Noon Vodka Seltzers and Iced Teas and the chance to win gift cards and goodie bags.
Friday, February 14 (and all weekend long)
Valentine’s Day Dining
From intimate, lowkey dinners to sultry and romantic evenings complete with bubbly, chocolate-covered strawberries and candlelight, check out our 2025 Valentine’s Day Dining Guide to find where to celebrate love in Houston this Valentine’s weekend.
Saturday, February 15
9th Annual Crawfish Kickoff Festival at McIntyre’s Heights
McIntyre’s Heights, 1230 West 20th, brings back its 9th Annual Crawfish Kickoff Festival, featuring hundreds of pounds of crawfish boiled up starting at noon. Folks can also expect live music from 3 to 7 p.m., bucket specials and more.
Saint Arnold White Oak Pub Crawl
The crowd-favorite Saint Arnold Pub Crawl takes over White Oak from 2 to 6 p.m. Folks can pick up their punchcards at any of the first five stops – Little Woodrow’s, BB’s Tex-Orleans, Bobcat Teddy’s, Christian’s Tailgate and EZ’s Liquor Lounge – from 2 to 3 p.m., then conquer the crawl and finish with the after party and prize pickup at Onion Creek.
Saturday–Sunday
Eat Drink HTX
Menus are officially live for the 2025 Eat Drink HTX event, a two-week-long foodie event from the team behind Houston Restaurant Weeks. Running February 15–28, the casual dining experience features prix-fixe brunch, lunch, and dinner menus at a lower price point than HRW. This year’s lineup includes Be More Pacific, Cowboys & Indians, Duck N Bao, Kriti Kitchen, Pok Pok Po, Traveler’s Cart and more.
Sunday, February 16
Flights of Fancy at Equal Parts Brewing
Houston’s beer hall opera company HOPERA, is presenting Flights of Fancy (with Fancy Flights!), a free recital pairing music with local beers at Equal Parts Brewing, 3118 Harrisburg.
New and ongoing specials
Galentine’s Day
Grab your girls and check out our Galentine’s Day Guide to find fun in Houston, from bubbly-poppin brunches to stylish nights out.
Valentine’s Day Sweets
Houston’s bakeries and chocolatiers are serving up romance this Valentine’s Day, rocking sugary delights, decadent artisan chocolates, heart-shaped pastries and more. Check out our 2025 Valentine’s Day Treats Guide for all the sweetness.
