River Oaks
River Oaks is Houston's most exclusive neighborhood, complete with white-columned mansions and manicured gardens. The area boasts of being the wealthiest neighborhood in Texas and has one of the wealthiest zip codes in the country. Real estate values range in from $1 to $20 million.
Nestled around the southern edge of Memorial Park, River Oaks was established by Will and Mike Hogg, the sons of former Texas Governor James Hogg.
Spend a day shopping at the River Oaks Shopping Center, the oldest shopping center in 
Texas and the second oldest in the nation. Nationwide retail stores such as Gap and Ann Taylor sit alongside higher-end shops like Sûr la Table, Events, La Mode Lingerie and Chase’s Closet, an upscale children’s clothing boutique owned by Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins of R&B group TLC. In addition to the 38 stores and 15 restaurants, the center is also home to the legendary River Oaks Movie Theatre, which brings a small town feel to the age of the megaplex.
You can find classic cocktails at the infamous Marfreless bar, which is recognized only by a blue door. Walk across the street to Sherlock’s Pub for a pint of beer, live music and the longest happy hour in Houston.
Dine at one of Houston’s many award-winning restaurants. Grab a table on the patio at Backstreet Café for the best people watching and a menu full of Chef Hugo Ortega’s creations. Armandos offers white tablecloth Tex-Mex ideal for trendsetters and River Oaks socialites. Or enjoy the inviting atmosphere of local eatery Palazzo’s, cooking up classic Italian dishes.
Need a place to stay? The St. Regis offers a seductive escape to comfort, quality and elite surroundings. This luxury hotel was rated the No. 1 business hotel in Houston by Travel + Leisure (2004). Be sure to visit The Remington at the St. Regis for innovative New American fare. The Remington ranked in a Zagat Survey as one of the top 100 hotel restaurants in America, based on food quality, decor and service (2006).
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