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Benjy's Turns Local, K&Z Buffalo Speedway Closes

By Lorretta Ruggiero
Oct 30, 2020

Benjy's, 2424 Dunstan, closed back in March after the pandemic restrictions were instituted regarding restaurant dining. Benjy Levit's last location of his eponymous restaurant will not reopen. Instead, the space is being transformed into a Local Foods and Local Foods Market, another of Levit's concepts. It is expected to open...
Takeout Reviews: Unapologetically Good Thai at Street to Kitchen

By Brooke Viggiano
Oct 6, 2020

As this coronavirus crisis continues, we continue to support our local restaurant industry any way we can, including by ordering takeout. Over in the East End just off Harrisburg sits a takeout spot you’ll want to get to know asap, the sizzling new Thai concept Street to Kitchen. It comes...
Openings and Closings: Flower Child Heights, Fiori Montrose

By Lorretta Ruggiero
Jul 31, 2020

Fiori, 4315 Montrose, opened July 10. It takes over the spot of Montrose and Richmond that has previously housed French boutique restaurants like La Villa and Brasserie Max and Julie. The Italian restaurant offers beautifully done dishes from executive chef Marcos Salazar. The space also features a florist, Flowers and...
Openings and Closings: Dolce & Cannoli Expands, Penny Quarter, Patrenella's Close

By Lorretta Ruggiero
Jun 5, 2020

Dolce & Cannoli Pizza Cafe, 20131 Highway 59, softly opened at Deerbrook Mall May 6. It fully opened May 20 and will be up to 75 percent capacity this week with the Phase III of Governor Greg Abbott's plan to reopen businesses after the original pandemic shutdown. The pizza and...
Takeout Reviews: Family Meals from Hugo’s

By Brooke Viggiano
May 19, 2020

As this crisis continues, we continue to support our local restaurant industry any way we can, including by ordering takeout. Sitting on lower Westheimer in one of the hottest dining pockets of the city, there’s a reason Hugo’s is a Houston institution. And that’s because chef Hugo Ortega and Co...
Takeout Cocktails: One Coronavirus Change We'd Like to Keep

By Jeff Balke
Apr 29, 2020

Governor Greg Abbott announced the re-opening of restaurants on a limited basis this week, but it's clear not all of them will re-open immediately. Many will continue to focus on take-out orders until they can ensure the safety of not only the patrons, but their employees. Reports out of other...
These Houston Restaurants Are Offering Easter Sunday Eats To-Go [UPDATED]

By Brooke Viggiano
Apr 6, 2020

Easter, which falls on Sunday, April 12, is sure to look a little different this year. But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a special meal with your loved ones. Local restaurants are offering everything from family-style brunch kits complete with Easter egg decorating kits to fancy four-course meals for...
Whining and Dining: Hot Wings and Baby Swings at Preslee’s

By Brooke Viggiano
Feb 19, 2020

Life has changed for this food writer. As a brand-new mom, poppin’ bottles has taken on a slightly different meaning. But while I find myself seeking out diaper changing tables for the first time ever, I’m still on the hunt for all the awesome happy hours, exciting menus and H-town...
Openings and Closings: Eighteen36 Debuts, Local Group Brewing Opens Soon

By Lorretta Ruggiero
Feb 14, 2020

Local Group Brewing, 1504 Chapman, is set to open softly February 28 with a full food menu and abbreviated beer menu. A grand opening will follow within a few weeks. The 7,500 square foot brewpub comes from veteran brewer James "Huggy Bear" Wolfe, Michael Steeves and Todd Donewar. The trio...
Whining and Dining: Beating the Crowd at Coltivare

By Brooke Viggiano
Feb 4, 2020

Life has changed for this food writer. As a brand-new mom, poppin’ bottles has taken on a slightly different meaning. But while I find myself seeking out diaper changing tables for the first time ever, I’m still on the hunt for all the awesome happy hours, exciting menus and H-town...
These Houston Restaurants and Bars are Offering Specials and Watch Parties on Super Bowl Sunday

By Brooke Viggiano
Jan 28, 2020

Super Bowl Sunday is coming up on Sunday, February 2; and Houston bars and restaurants are giving you a reason to leave the couch to watch the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers face off. From wing specials and beer buckets to Game Day watch parties with giant...
Where to Dine on Valentine’s Day 2020 in Houston [UPDATED]

By Brooke Viggiano
Jan 22, 2020

Love is in the Houston air, y’all. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, now is the time to make reservations for the special day. From decadent, prix fixe meals for two to a la carte affairs complete with chocolate and bubbly, these Houston restaurants are ready to bring the love...
Popular Food Truck Opens First Brick and Mortar in Sawyer Heights

By Carlos Brandon
Jan 1, 2020

Patrons of McIntyre's are likely familiar with the extremely popular food truck, Sticky's Chicken. The wings concept owned by siblings Patsy and Benson Vivares had, until recently, held residence outside the Heights sports bar since 2014. Now, with the help of a trio of West Coast partners, the Vivares have...
Where to Dine in Houston on New Year’s Eve 2019 and New Year’s Day 2020 [UPDATED]

By Brooke Viggiano
Dec 18, 2019

Say goodbye to 2019 and ring in 2020 with these special New Year’s Eve dinners and bubbly-fueled midnight at these Houston bars and restaurants. Ready to keep the party going? We’re also including festive brunches and early openings on New Year’s Day. Note: Don’t forget to make your reservations quickly,...
My favorite Spot for Bo Ne, or Vietnamese Steak and Eggs

By Mai Pham
Dec 11, 2019

Where do you go when you’re craving a steak, but don’t want to go to a steakhouse and don’t want to spend an arm and a leg? I’m going to let you in on a secret: When I want to taste juicy, full-flavored beef on a budget, I go for...
Where to Dine in Houston on Christmas Day 2019

By Brooke Viggiano
Dec 10, 2019

‘Tis the season of holiday cheer, wining and dining, and giving yourself the gift of not cleaning up any dishes this year. Enter our 2019 Christmas Day Dining Guide. From splurge-worthy holiday feasts to family-friendly brunches, here is where to dine on Christmas Day in Houston: Note: Don’t forget to...
Whining and Dining: (Early) Family Date Night at Squable

By Brooke Viggiano
Dec 10, 2019

Life has changed for this food writer. As a brand-new mom, poppin’ bottles has taken on a slightly different meaning. But while I find myself seeking out diaper changing tables for the first time ever, I’m still on the hunt for all the awesome happy hours, exciting menus and H-town...
Houston Eateries Offering Free Meals and Specials This Veterans Day 2019

By Brooke Viggiano
Nov 7, 2019

These Houston eateries are honoring the U.S. military this Veterans Day, offering freebies and specials to veterans and active-duty members on Monday, November 11 (and some all weekend long). Bowl & Barrel, 797 Sorella All U.S. veterans with military ID will receive a free hour of bowling at Bowl &...
Where to Dine Out in Houston This Thanksgiving Day 2019 [UPDATED]

By Brooke Viggiano
Oct 29, 2019

Thanksgiving is a time of gratitude, family and hopefully, not doing any dishes. If that last part is important to you, local restaurants are here to help. From bountiful brunch buffets with all the Turkey Day fixin's to restaurants serving elegant prix fixe feasts that go beyond the bird, check...
Whining and Dining: Cheering on the ‘Stros at Front Porch

By Brooke Viggiano
Oct 23, 2019

Life has changed for this food writer. As a brand-new mom, poppin’ bottles has taken on a slightly different meaning. But while I find myself seeking out diaper changing tables for the first time ever, I’m still on the hunt for all the awesome happy hours, exciting menus and H-town...