YOU CAN ONLY FIND THEM HERE! Only in Houston will you find seafood, barbecue, Tex-Mex and even carnival food with a twist. It’s all thanks to the many cultures that make up this great city. From fusion crawfish to revolutionary barbecue, you’ll want to taste it all. With more than 10,000 restaurants, it can be difficult to choose a restaurant in Houston. Start your food tour with our list of unique Houston eats. Here's the lineup and read on to get a quick snapshot of each! Crawfish & Noodles…

West African Eats in Houston

By Megan Strange on Apr. 10, 2023

West Africa's colorful and nutrition-packed cuisine can be found all around Houston. Dishes chock full of proteins, vegetables and grains are packed with flavor, usually from particular sources with high food integrity. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ChòpnBlọk (@chopnblok_) Chop N Blok ChòpnBlọk's fast-casual restaurant showcases a truly West African culinary experience. Their dishes are packed with fresh proteins, vegetables…

Asian Restaurant Month in H-Town

By Abbey Diller on May. 04, 2022

Discover the diversity of Asian cuisine across Houston during the 2nd Annual Asian Restaurant Month this May. Sign up for your FREE digital pass which allows guests to select restaurants and win swag by checking in. The more restaurants you visit, the more prizes - and incredible food - you can unlock. Here are just a few of the restaurants you won’t want to miss. Tiger Den | Bubble Egg | Dumpling Haus | Xin Chao | Aqua S View this post on Instagram…

Conversations at the Chef’s Table 2021

By Dandee Danao on Nov. 27, 2021

I do not consider myself a foodie or an influencer, but I do pride myself as an explorer. Even as a native Houstonian, it is hard to keep up with the hottest and freshest places sprouting up in the different pockets of Houston neighborhoods. With all the stars aligned, exploring Houston’s food scene has allowed me to indulge in the chef’s table and have conversations with five innovative culinary geniuses who I respect for being tastemakers in the Houston culinary circle. Courtesy of Blood…

The Best Kolaches in Houston

By Misty Starks on Jun. 27, 2021

Who doesn’t love a fresh-baked, warm, straight-from-the-oven kolache on a brisk winter morning? You can taste it, can’t you? Well get ready to head over to some of Houston’s top kolache shops to see what all the fuss is about. Koala Kolaches Serving up fresh, authentic Czech fruit kolaches, Koala Kolaches in Cypress does kolaches the way most people outside of Texas think of them. While you're there, you might as well try one of their homemade cinnamon rolls, even offered gluten free. Koala…

A Perfect Foodie Day: Upper Kirby & River Oaks

By Misty Starks on May. 29, 2021

The River Oaks/Upper Kirby area is one of the hippest trips in America. The neighborhood boasts beautiful homes, posh boutiques and even fabulous nightclubs. You could entertain yourself for hours on end without ever leaving the zip code. With hours of fun and amusement on deck, you’re going to need to replenish that energy throughout the day. Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. Loosen your belt buckle for a grand culinary experience you won’t soon forget. Courtesy of @barnabyscafe on…

Fresh empanadas from The Original Marini’s Empanada House are dusted with powdered sugar.

Empanadas: The Houston Treat

Mar. 25, 2021

There’s not much cozier than a little hand-sized pie filled with sweet or savory goodness. You can eat empanadas standing up, but sometimes they’re so good you’re going to have to sit down to find your bearings. These little South American pockets of perfection with Spanish roots can be found all over Houston, filled with flavors as diverse as Houston itself. The Original Marini’s Empanada House Westchase 10001 Westheimer Rd, Carillion Shopping Centre | Houston, TX 77042 Courtesy of…

Valentine’s Day in Houston: A Restaurant Guide

By Zoraida Hernandez on Feb. 09, 2021

February is here, H-Town. This year, Valentine’s Day will be on a Sunday so you and your loved ones can celebrate all weekend long! Our city’s top restaurants are ready to offer some delicious meals that we’re sure you’ll love whether you choose to dine in or order to-go. Read on to see the list of restaurants with prix fixe, à la carte and takeout menus. Be sure to book your reservation soon! Courtesy of @stateofgracetx on Instagram LOVE AT FIRST BITE Celebrate the holiday with a lovely…

A Perfect Day of Eating: Downtown

By Misty Starks on Dec. 31, 2020

One perfect day in downtown Houston wouldn’t be complete without taking advantage of some of the great food options the city has to offer. From early morning breakfast to late night drinks, we’ve got you covered for a tasty 24 hours in downtown Houston. Breakfast View this post on Instagram A post shared by Hector Pineda ♋ (@hector_p12) Start off on the right foot with a distinctly Houstonian breakfast choice at the downtown location of…

Culturemap Tastemakers 2020 Awards Experience

By Zain Bidiwala on Aug. 18, 2020

Background 👩‍🏫 In anticipation of Culturemap Houston's annual awards ceremony, where they crown the best of Houston’s culinary and bar scene, we chose three awesome Houston Insiders to attend the event as our VIPs correspondents. Even though the big day was taken virtual, the organizers didn’t let that put a damper on the festivities. Here is an account from one of our VIP attendees, Marlene Meyers (@funinthecityHTX). The Experience 👀 “This year the CultureMap Houston Tastemaker Awards…

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