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CultureMap Houston: One thing all the Barnaby's have in common: parking, or a distinct lack thereof. Be ready to park a block or two away and enjoy the walk.
CultureMap Houston: Caswell and Reef have earned accolades from pretty much every local, state, and national arbiter—Texas Monthly, My Table, Food & Wine, Bon Apetit!, Travel & Leisure...
CultureMap Houston: The Klub hosts poetry readings, art shows and other happenings. If you come on Saturday, head to the parking lot of next-door neighbor t’afia for a weekly farmer’s market.
CultureMap Houston: The charcuterie plate of Basye's expert smoked and cured meats should be mandatory, and entrees from the wild boar ragu, braised short ribs and dry-aged stip steak are cooked to perfection.
CultureMap Houston: If you're close by, Late Night Pie delivers (although the garlic and parmesan no longer come in dime bags), and will even deliver a "Bag-O-Beer" until midnight.
1609 Durham Dr (Durham South of I-10 (Between Inker & Eigel)), Houston, TX
Burrito Restaurant · 21 tips and reviews
CultureMap Houston: If you are hungry, get a burrito. It's Texas-sized. If you are slightly hungry, a couple of tacos will do. If you are watching your weight, the tortilla soup is awesome.
CultureMap Houston: Post-fire, Mai's looks more upscale and urban, but the food has retained its homey street quality. Get some spring rolls, and share a Banh Xeo and the garlic beef.
CultureMap Houston: Come at off-peak hours to best navigate the small and awkward parking lot and to nab a table — the space is cute but by no means large.
Eater: Hello housemade pastas and casual dining options and shrimp BLTs and gelato from the Eatsie Boys. Hello to your new best friend in neighborhood dining establishments. [Eater 38 Member]
Eater: They're happy to put just about anything on that hot dog - including pimento cheese (the Lotus Blossom), baked beans (the St. Louis), charro beans (Perro de Mexico) and a lot more. [Eater 38 Member]
Eater: Chef Riccardo Palazzo-Giorgio is one of the city's premier Italian chefs, and the pastas that come out of the kitchen are destination worthy. A new drink menu only makes the restaurant more appealing.
5555 Washington Ave (T.C. Jester Blvd), Houston, TX
Italian Restaurant · 43 tips and reviews
Eater: The pizzas alone are worth the trip, but you'll stay for the meatballs and chicken under a brick among others. Also, one of the happiest happy hours in the city. [Eater 38 Member]
Eater: Their cheese enchiladas weren't the #1 best dish in all of Houston (according to the Houston Press) for nothing. Dinner is only on the weekends. [Eater 38 Member]
Eater: 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.
Eater: It's all about the creatively topped burgers at Hubcap. Start with the Texas barbecue, but don't be scared by the peanut butter and banana topped Sticky Monkey. Best fries in town. [Eater 38 Member]
Eater: Reubens the size of your head. Amazing pickles. Lots of comforting Jewish favorites like matzo ball soup and corned beef and cabbage. [Eater 38 Member]
Eater: They've got attitude, but they've also got great hot dogs made from all types of game meats as well as fun toppings. Great beer list too. All outdoors. [Eater 38 Member]
Eater: Authentic Neapolitan style pizza made in an imported oven. No atmosphere to speak of, but they make the mozzerella fresh every single day, and it's BYOB! [Eater 38 Member]