It's not all Tex-Mex here, though the city has that
covered -- from taco trucks to upscale experiences at
Hugo's and Escalante's Mexican Grille. Hot franchises
like Guadalajara Hacienda and mom-and-pop spots
dot the neighborhoods, where many proprietors
quietly attempt to outdo one another by perfecting
their margarita recipes and offering nightly specials.
For fabulous fare, there's Del Frisco's Double Eagle
Steak House and Pappas Bros. Steakhouse in the
Galleria area. Inside the Loop, there's Brenner's on
the Bayou and downtown's Vic & Anthony's. Good
barbecue is a given at Goode Co., Pizzitola's, Demeris
Barbecue and Luling City Market. Supreme burgers
are best at The Burger Joint, Beck's Prime, Christian's
Tailgate and Lankford Grocery, which has been part of
Houston since the 1930's.
Houston boasts some of the finest restaurants,
high-caliber chefs and sommeliers in the country.
Backstreet Cafe, Da Marco, RDG Bar Annie, and Lake
Conroe-set Chez Roux are among the most sought
after, as is Greenway-set Tony's, which serves up
a mix of contemporary Italian and progressive
American fare to a well-heeled, fashion-forward
clientele. For a classic, New Orleans-influenced
experience, dine at the recently reopened Brennan's
of Houston.
The aroma wafting out of the brick ovens at La Vista
lures in families and young professionals for thin,
crispy pies -- the BYOB policy keeps them lingering
on the pretty patio. Everything's authentic at hip Dolce
Vita, a bungalow-turned-eatery where knowing Italian
helps you read daily specials and chat with your waiter.
For a laid-back spin on pie, try the gourmet toppings
at Star Pizza or venture to River Oaks for thin-crust
pepperoni and a pint at Kenneally's Irish Pub.
Taco trucks may have paved the way, but a whole new
crop of mobile menu concepts are taking Houston
by storm. From cupcakes at Cupcake and a Smile to
Houston-style tacos at El Chile Piquin, cajun food at
Harbor's Cajun Station to mouth-watering ribs at Ribs
on Wheels, just about anything your taste buds desire
is being served out of food trucks, culinary carts or
other restaurants on wheels. Catch 'em if you can!
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