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Houston, Texas

1. 1600 Bar + Grille

6.7
1600 Lamar St, Houston, TX
New American Restaurant · 3 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Locally sourced produce, with Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten-Free menu selections.

2. The Grove

8.5
1611 Lamar St (Dallas), Houston, TX
New American Restaurant · 74 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Located in downtown's 12-acre Discovery Green park, serving lunch and dinner. Enjoy Happy Hour on the deck under 100 year-old oak trees!

3. Hard Rock Cafe Houston

502 Texas St, Houston, TX
Theme Restaurant · 62 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Don't forget to get a souvenir from the gift shop...you need a Houston pin!

4. House of Blues

9.3
1204 Caroline St (at Dallas St), Houston, TX
Music Venue · 97 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: More than just music and Blues Brothers memorabilia. Sunday's World Famous Gospel Brunch is not to be missed, kids eat free!

5. Hearsay on the Green

7.7
1515 Dallas St (La Branch), Houston, TX
New American Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Lunch, happy hour or dinner, it's all good. Connected to the lobby of the downtown Embassy Suites hotel. Try the Lobster Roll for a Texas take on a New England favorite.

6. Phoenicia Specialty Foods

9.0
1001 Austin Street, Houston, TX
Supermarket · 102 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: The perfect neighborhood market with delicious and wonderfully exotic imported groceries, with a cozy bar for mingling with friends. The perfect quick downtown lunch spot.

7. Mia Bella Trattoria

6.6
1201 Caroline Street, Houston, TX
Café · 24 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Located in GreenStreet entertainment venue, this small restaurant offers unique Italian cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere. Try a Bellini or Limoncello from the happy hour menu...perfect with crepes!

8. Brasserie du Parc

8.0
1440 Lamar St, Houston, TX
French Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: This small restaurant is big on taste, making for an intimate dining experience in the middle of downtown. The delicate crepes are stuffed with a variety of fillings...you can make a meal out of one!

9. Pappas Bar-B-Q

8.1
1217 Pierce St (at San Jacinto St.), Houston, TX
BBQ Joint · 51 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Grab a tray and choose from a selection of bar-b-q and smoked meats, plus home-style sides. Don't forget to get your pickles and onions on your way to your table...eating like a true Texan is a must!

10. Downtown Aquarium

7.4
410 Bagby St (at Preston St), Houston, TX
Aquarium · Downtown Houston · 137 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Where else can you dine with sea life in a urban setting. Ask for a tank-side table for a chance to have table-side fishy spectators...200 species of them!

11. Massa's Seafood Grill

6.8
1331 Lamar St (Austin), Houston, TX
Seafood Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: This family-owned downtown restaurant serves fresh seafood, straight from the Gulf. Try the South Coast Shrimp Pasta, for a regional dish with crab, seafood and shrimp plus a touch of chipotle spice.

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12. Lobby Bar

7.7
1600 Lamar St (Hilton Americas - Houston), Houston, TX
Hotel Bar · 8 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Treat yourself to the finest in tequilas, enjoy your favorite martini or sip a glass of wine while enjoying a light meal and watching your favorite sporting event.

13. Pappasito's Cantina

7.7
1600 Lamar St, Hilton Americas, Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Sizzling fajitas & traditional Tex-Mex favorites, plus chips & homemade salsa, specialty ceviches and crudos. Snag a seat at the bar to watch your rocks margarita being perfectly shaken!

14. III Forks

7.8
1201 Fannin St #129, Houston, TX
Steakhouse · 30 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Great downtown steakhouse, located in the GreenStreet dining center. No matter what menu item you choose, start with the Lobster Bisque or finish with the Coconut Sorbet...they go with everything!

15. The Blue Fish Bayou Place

7.8
550 Texas St (Smith), Houston, TX
Sushi Restaurant · 48 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: For sushi with a Texas twist, try the Blue Fish Tacos or go traditional with Tuna Tartare on Crispy Rice. Don't miss the Chilean Sea Bass Appetizer...it's the perfect start for everything on the menu!

16. Kim Son Restaurant - Downtown

8.2
2001 Jefferson St (Chartres), Houston, TX
Vietnamese Restaurant · 47 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: If you're looking for traditional Vietnamese dishes served in a lavish setting, this is the place you want. Choose from a wide variety of noodle dishes, and don't miss the pot stickers & spring rolls!

17. Sambuca

7.6
909 Texas St (at Travis St.), Houston, TX
New American Restaurant · 65 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: The perfect spot for late-night dinner and dancing! Fine dining and live music combine for the perfect night out on the town. Try the Miso Sea Bass, or go a bit exotic with the Squid Ink Fettucine!

18. Batanga

7.4
908 Congress St, Houston, TX
Latin American Restaurant · 51 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Featuring Latin American favorite dishes, including tapas, fish tacos, paella and more. The largest outdoor patio in downtown Houston makes for a fun night out!

19. The Original Ninfa's on Navigation

9.1
2704 Navigation Blvd (at N Delano St), Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 177 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Where the national fajita craze started with their Tacos al Carbon, serving authentic Tex-Mex cuisine. Don't miss watching as they hand-make the tortillas!

20. Morton's The Steakhouse

7.3
1001 McKinney St Ste A4, Houston, TX
Steakhouse · 29 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Steaks & chops are on the menu, but also check out some of the signature non-beef dishes like Jumbo Shrimp Alexander or Chicken Bianco...both great with the Parmesan & Truffle Matchstick Fries.

21. Pappadeaux's Seafood Kitchen

8.9
1001 Avenida de las Americas, Houston, TX
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Don't miss the Happy Hour menu's Catfish Beignets & Crispy Orange Shrimp or for table-shared appetizers add in the Hot Boiled Shrimp & Mini Fondeaux....and the Crispy Fried Alligator!

22. Brennan's of Houston

8.9
3300 Smith St (Stuart Street), Houston, TX
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · 81 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: You can never go wrong with hearty Texas Shrimp & Grits paired with Bayou City Beignets for dessert, but if Snapping Turtle Soup is on your dining must-eats, you'll find it here!

23. Andalucia Tapas Restaurant and Bar

7.9
1204 Caroline Street, Houston, TX
Spanish Restaurant · 38 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Bombas de Queso (fried goat cheese balls) & Bolitas De Pescado (fish balls) are the perfect tapas starter for Gambas a Las Brasa (grilled shrimp on saffron rice.) Don't miss Happy Hour's $4 Tapas!

24. Guadalajara Del Centro

7.5
1201 San Jacinto St, Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 80 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Enjoy traditional Mexican dishes with perfectly crispy tortilla chips and fresh salsa...they're thin enough for just the right balance of chip & salsa in each bite! Check out the upstairs bar!

25. Agora

9.0
1712 Westheimer Rd (at Park St), Houston, TX
Coffee Shop · 124 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: If you're looking for a coffee shop that serves you ale, beer or wines while you listen to jukebox songs and smoke cigars, you've found it here. And of course, there's always coffee!

26. Southside Espresso

904 Westheimer Rd Ste C (at Grant St), Houston, TX
Coffee Shop · 77 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Not just your typical coffee shop, this hip spot also serves beer and wine, plus sweets and flatbread pizza. The crispy crust makes this pizza just right to pair with a bottle of wine.

27. Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

8.7
3217 Montrose, Suite 100, Houston, TX
Breakfast Spot · 49 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: For traditional breakfast eggs & omelets plus a whole lot more, Snooze is the place! Try the Breakfast Pot Pie or Shrimp & Grits for two perfectly down-home hearty breakfasts

28. Blacksmith

9.1
1018 Westheimer Rd (at Waugh Dr), Houston, TX
Coffee Shop · 120 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Whatever you order, be sure to add on a side of Scratch Square Biscuits....sweet with cream and marmalade or savory with sausage, egg and cheese. Or both!

29. Underbelly

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

Tere P.Tere Perry: Goat Dumplings and Vinegar Pie? Yes, please!

30. Common Bond Cafe & Bakery

9.0
1706 Westheimer Rd (at Dunlavy St), Houston, TX
Bakery · 128 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: The Black & White Cake is a work of bakery art! Beautiful and delicious, it'll make a elegant culinary statement on your dessert table. Or go for something fun with the Unicorn Confetti Cake.

31. Pistolero's

7.5
1517 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 31 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: If you've never been to a tequila & taco bar, this is a don't-miss. All of your traditional favorites, with a twist. Vegetarian? Try the Veggie Taco...mushroom, zuchini, squash, onion, red pepper.

32. Poison Girl

8.4
1641 Westheimer Rd Ste B (at Dunlavy St), Houston, TX
Whisky Bar · 75 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: This dive bar has some of the best cocktails...and brunch! Mmm, cheesy grits, waffles and honey butter biscuits are on the menu, plus vegan dishes like sweet potato & mushroom crepes & collard greens.

33. The Hay Merchant

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

Tere P.Tere Perry: Want to be a beer expert? Ask about the Mud Turtle Program and learn about new beers as you drink them!

34. The Breakfast Klub

9.0
3711 Travis St (at W Alabama), Houston, TX
Breakfast Spot · 238 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Find down-home breakfast faves pork chops & eggs and biskits & gravy, or go for the pankakes or waffle if you're craving something a little sweet. For a little breakfast fun, try the Green Eggs & Ham!

35. Axelrad Beer Garden

9.3
1517 Alabama Street (Almeda St), Houston, TX
Pub · Midtown · 47 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Affordable craft beers in a beer garden setting. Check out their store for some great t-shirt designs for the discerning beer drinker!

36. Weights + Measures

8.8
2808 Caroline St (Dennis St), Houston, TX
Cocktail Bar · 36 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Enjoy breakfast daily from the bake shop, lunch Monday-Friday or dinner Monday-Saturday, or make Saturday & Sunday special with Brunch! The parking lot is small, but there's on-street parking nearby.

37. Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse

9.0
1510 Texas St (at La Branch St.), Houston, TX
Steakhouse · 98 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Looking for an impressive dinner appetizer? Try V&A's Seafood Tower! Brimming with oysters, shrimp, crab, lobster, tuna poke, mussels and seafood cocktail...it's sure to impress!

38. Tout Suite

8.4
2001 Commerce St, Houston, TX
Café · East Downtown · 86 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Enjoy good food in a warehouse atmosphere at this trendy internet cafe in EaDo. Looking for vegan brunch, lunch or dessert? This is the place!

39. Conservatory

1010 Prairie St, Houston, TX
Beer Garden · 24 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: This underground food hall in the middle of downtown offers a variety of trendy food options, plus 60 beer taps. Yep. 60!

40. The Pastry War

310 Main St (Congress and Preston), Houston, TX
Cocktail Bar · 60 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: It may sound like it's a bake shop, but this downtown venue is actually a tequila bar...or mezcaleria as they say. Check out the Agave List...8 pages of spirits from family-owned Mexico distilleries!

41. Moving Sidewalk

7.3
306 Main St (Congress St), Houston, TX
Cocktail Bar · 9 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Open Wednesday through Saturday, this downtown bar features seasonal, themed menus in the historic Main Street District. Friday is time for the Downtown Get Down, with DJ playing mix music.

42. Public Services Wine & Whiskey

8.3
202 Travis St Ste 100 (Franklin St), Houston, TX
Wine Bar · 12 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: The historic Houston Cotton Exchange Building is home to this bar serving unique selections of wine and whiskey, plus snacks. Street parking in the historic downtown district is free after 6:00 pm.

43. Salata At Green Street

1201 Fannin St Ste 123, Houston, TX
Salad Restaurant · 2 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Eat healthy downtown at this unique salad restaurant serving fresh foods and more than 50 salad toppings to choose to make lunch uniquely your own.

44. Boomtown Coffee

300 Main St (Congress), Houston, TX
Coffee Shop · 9 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Daily dining for Breakfast & Lunch, plus choices of Beer, Wine and Cocktails. The Nutty Milk Punch is like dessert in a glass, with a kick...pecan vodka, frangelico, almond milk and cold brew coffee.

45. Starbucks

6.0
1600 Lamar St, Houston, TX
Coffee Shop · 2 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: Enjoy your favorite Starbucks beverages and snacks, at the largest Starbucks in Texas!