The much-anticipated Eat Drink HTX is back for its fourth year, inviting Houstonians and visitors to enjoy fantastic meals while supporting meaningful causes. From Feb.15 to 28, 2025, diners will have the opportunity to experience special prix fixe menus at participating restaurants, all while supporting local businesses and contributing to the charities Kids’ Meals and the Houston Food Bank.
Eat Drink HTX was founded as a sister event to the renowned Houston Restaurant Weeks, with a focus on casual dining. The lower price point for prix fixe menus allows more eateries, including fast-casual establishments, to participate. Prices are set at $15 for lunch or brunch and $25 for dinner, with participating restaurants donating $1 or $3 per meal sold to the benefiting charities.
This year’s event features a mix of returning favorites and new participants, such as 7 Spice Cajun, Adair Kitchen, Mala Sichuan, The Sylvie, and Phat Eatery.
With dozens of participating restaurants, diners have plenty of options to enjoy a wide variety of cuisines, from casual dining options to upscale eateries, all while contributing to a cause that makes a profound impact on the lives of local children and families. Arguably, Eat Drink HTX is an unique chance for everybody to engage with Houston's culinary scene!
Here are some of our favorite restaurants on the list this year.
Home Run Dugout
At this first-ever Houston sports bar, restaurant, and entertainment venue featuring indoor soft-toss baseball, you can enjoy a brand-new way to play baseball with friends. Beyond the baseball experience, the venue features a full-service restaurant, where they will serve lunch and dinner prix fixe menus during Eat Drink HTX. For lunch, don´t miss their delicious Birria Quesadilla or Texas Cobb with Chicken. For dinner, try the Crushed Burger, Yardbird Sandwich, or Smoked Chicken Wings, among other options. Their HRD Signature Sundae is a must-try. This delicious vanilla ice cream comes with warm brownie chunks, chocolate-covered pretzels, crackerjacks, hot fudge, caramel, whipped cream, and a cherry in a souvenir helmet. View the menu here.
Phat Eatery
You will love interpretations of Southeast Asian specialties in this restaurant, opened in 2018 in Katy Asian Town by the 2022 James Beard Awards Semifinalist Alex Au-Yeung. Phat Eatery has earned an enthusiastic following for its freshly prepared regional street food, relaxed atmosphere, and warm hospitality. Journey to Southeast Asia and explore unique flavors with Phat Eatery's prix fixe two-course dinner menu, which offers three options for the first course and five for the second. For the first course, try Roti Canai (Indian style flat bread served with curry dipping sauce), Kerabu Prawns (jumbo prawns served with pickled mango papaya slaw and sweet chili), or Siu Mai / Shrimp Siu Mai / Har Gau (handcrafted dim sum). For the second course, indulge in Sizzling Black Pepper Beef (Black Angus beef stir-fried with bell pepper trio and red onions), Mango Chicken, or Curry Vegetable Casserole (king mushroom, green beans, tofu, eggplant, shiitake mushroom), among other options. View the menu here.
B.B. Lemon
This neighborhood eatery offers a menu inspired by the tastebuds of Houstonians and New Yorkers and offers a darling patio perfect for Houston’s good weather days in February. The options for the first course include Jumbo Chicken Wings, Wedge Salad (blue cheese dressing, blue cheese, bacon, tomatoes), Pigs in a Blanket, and Giant Pretzel. The second course includes Washington Ave Smashburger (2 wagyu beef patties, caramelized onion, American cheese, potato bun), Reuben, Fried Chicken Sandwich, and Fish N Chips. Your sweet tooth can choose from Cheesecake (with berry compote), Banana Pudding (topped with toasted marshmallows), and Brownie a la Mode (with cherries). This dinner menu will be served all day. View the menu here.
Cellar7
This restaurant and bar in the heart of Downtown Houston is providing more than just wine. You can enjoy unique and traditional cocktails, charcuterie boards and an upgraded American-style menu. Their dining area is an elegant, modern space with rustic elements, and the front walls are lined with floor to ceiling windows, offering a view of Main Street. Their prix fixe menu for dinner during Eat Drink HTX include options for the first course like Bruschetta Board (prosciutto, fontina, fig jam & sweet spicy jam, goat cheese), Fried Goat Cheese Salad (spring mix, cherry tomatoes, walnuts, oranges, green apple, dried figs, balsamic vinegar, extra virgin olive oil dressing), and Arancini Mushroom Balls for vegetarians (barley risotto, mozzarella, parmesan, parsley, marinara). For the second course ,order Braised Short Rib Pappardelle, or a vegetarian Ratatouille Pappardelle (roasted eggplant, squash, zucchini, brussels, capers, garlic, onions, basil, tomatos). They will also offer prix fixe menu for brunch. View the menus here.
The Lymbar
This neighborhood craft cocktail bar and restaurant offers Latin and Mediterranean flavors in Houston's Midtown. During Eat Drink HTX, they will serve lunch and dinner menus. The three-course dinner menu will be provided all day. It looks amazingly creative and generous! The first course features eight options to choose from, including delicious Seafood Combo (gulf crab, achiote shrimp, scallion + side of rice), Wild Mushroom Quesadilla, and Monte Cristo (smoked turkey, ham, gruyere, raspberry vinaigrette), among others. For the second course, with a total of eight options, you can't go wrong with their Ceviche Mixto (achiote shrimp, octopus, red onion, sweet potato, coconut, chili oil), TX Steak Frites, or Roasted Pesto Salmon. Enjoy The Original Tres Leches, Alfajores (shortbread cookie sandwiches, dulce de leche), or Chocolate Sorbet for dessert. View the menus here.
These are just some highlights. Check out the Eat Drink HTX website for a full list of participating restaurants and their menus. You can also search for restaurants offering their deals to go and restaurants that have patios.
Photos: Courtesy of the restaurants mentioned in this post. Header photo: The Lymbar.