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1600 Bar + Grille Those looking for a convenient meal in (Hilton Americas) the Convention Center District need only hop over to 1600 Bar + Grille. Located in 1600 Lamar the ground-floor lobby of the hotel, 1600 713-353-4400 Bar + Grille is open seven days a week http://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/texas/hilton- for breakfast, lunch and dinner. americas-- HOUCVHH/dining/index.html

Batanga In late March 2013, restaurateur Brian Fasthoff opened his 9,000-square-foot 908 Congress restaurant, Batanga, just off Market 713-224-9500 Square Park in . The www.batangahouston.com spot features Latin American tapas, exotic drinks and live music, as well as a large grassy patio that overlooks the park.

Biggio’s Biggio’s Sports Bar is a hoppin’ place at the Marriott Marquis, just a long toss from 1777 Walker Street where Houston Astros Hall of Famer 832-258-4625 Craig Biggio plied his baseball career at http://www.biggioshouston.com/ . The multi-level bar will be the place to be before, during and after the game, even when the Astros are out of town.

Birraporetti’s Best known as a great pizza place and “a heck of an Irish bar” since the ‘70s, 500 Louisiana Street Birraporetti’s has shifted gears in the past 713-224-9494 decade or so, moving upscale with a www.birrarestaurant.com sleek redesign, a menu upgrade and an attitude adjustment.

Brasserie du Parc Located on the ground floor of , Brasserie du Parc and its 1440 Lamar Street accompanying Creperie du Parc overlook 832-879-2802 park and offer classic http://www.brasserieduparc.net French fare in an elegant, relaxed setting.

Downtown Member Restaurants & Nightlife

Brooklyn Meatball Co. Chef Joey Galluzzi earned a name for himself on the national scene as a 1200 McKinney Street contestant on the TV show America’s 713-751-1700 Next Great Restaurant. Now he’s www.brooklynmeatballcompany.com opened a restaurant in the Downtown Tunnels that focuses on one thing – his famous meatballs.

Bullritos – Downtown Park Shops Founder Russell Ybarra’s “quick-casual” Bullritos concept was certainly inspired by 1200 McKinney Street, Suite 323 his sprint through the streets of

713-752-2855 Pamplona. But his passion for fresh Tex- www.bullritos.com Mex and quality ingredients paved the way for his call-it-like-you-want-it, bull- themed burrito joint.

Burger Theory Located inside Holiday Inn Houston Downtown, Burger Theory offers visitors 1616 Main Street more than just beer and signature 713-658-8888 burgers, the casual, come-as-you-are http://goo.gl/aBNN1Z restaurant is also a convenient spot to grab breakfast any day of the week.

China Garden Family owned and operated serving the Houston community for over 43 years; 1602 Leeland Street the China Garden restaurant serves 713-652-0745 Hunan, Cantonese and Szchewan www.originalchinagardenhouston.com cuisine.

Denny’s on Southmore The 24 hour, family style restaurant is designed with a retro 1950's decor, 2316 Southmore Blvd. stainless steel exterior and an upbeat 713-526-8400 atmosphere complete with an authentic juke box.

Downtown Aquarium The 500,000-gallon underwater adventure complex includes a Ferris 410 Bagby Street wheel, an aquatic carousel, Shark 713-223-3474 Voyage, a white tiger exhibit and a www.downtownaquarium.com restaurant.

Edgar’s Hermano Restaurant Edgar Hermano’s mixes authentic Tex- Mex cuisine with Southern culinary 1700 Smith Street classics. Edgar’s offers breakfast, lunch, 713-739-8800 lunch express, and dinner options every www.edgarshermano.com day.

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Frank’s Pizza This downtown pizza joint is known for its hand-tossed specialties and 3 a.m. 417 Travis closing time. 713-225-5656 www.frankspizza.com

Grotto Downtown Grotto Downtown, located at the north- end of Avenida Plaza, offers a dynamic 1001 Avenida de las Americas menu that features vibrant Italian flavors 713-658-0752 and fresh creation in small and shareable www.grottorestaurants.com plates. The menu includes many of the traditional dishes Grotto is known for; such as the Neapolitan thin crust pizzas and house-made pastas.

The Grove Located across the street from the convention center, this two-story, ultra- 1611 Lamar urban restaurant is one of two restaurants 713-337-7321 in downtown Houston's newest park. www.thegrovehouston.com

Guadalajara del Centro When it comes to tasty Tex-Mex, Guadalajara is right on the money. The 1201 San Jacinto, Space 141 popular restaurant and cantina has a 713-650-0101 solid reputation for creative yet consistent www.guadalajarahacienda.com cuisine that ranges from traditional fajitas and enchiladas to festive seafood dishes with a Southwestern kick.

Hard Rock Cafe Houston Walls covered with decades of Top-40 memorabilia, rock songs blaring in the 502 Avenue background and an all-American menu 713-227-1392 typify this music-themed restaurant. www.hardrock.com

House of Blues House of Blues offers a richly unique entertainment experience as well as 1204 Caroline Street traditional American cuisine with a 832-667-7755 Southern flair. www.hob.com/Houston

Houston Watch Company The Houston Watch Company channels the rich history of Houston into a modern 913 Franklin Street watering hole. Housed in the old 713-485-0006 Southern Pacific Railroad Building across www.Houstonwatchcompany.com from the Bayou Lofts, the bar gets its

name from the 1912 Houston Watch Company that once called the space home.

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III Forks A contemporary evolution of the classic steakhouse. This modern steakhouse is 1201 Fannin Street, Suite 129 sizzling with style, an energized bar and 713-658-9457 savvy menu for lunch and dinner. www.iiiforks.com

The Isles Eatery & Rhum Bar For a taste of island flare, head to The Isles Eatery & Rhum Bar in the heart of 1515 Pease St. downtown Houston. With ingredients from 713-739-9039 over 7,000 islands, guests can enjoy www.isleseateryandbar.com uniquely tropical tastes of the Caribbean.

Irma’s Restaurant This tiny spot is a delightful jumble of home furnishings blanketed by the 22 N. Chenevert Street intoxicating smell of Mexican home 713-222-0767 cooking.

Irma’s Southwest Grill This small upscale bistro serves downtown lunch-goers and Astros fans 1314 Texas St. from a short and ever-changing Tex-Mex 713-247-9651 and southwestern menu. Irma's is open http://www.irmassouthwest.com for all Astros home games Mondays through Saturdays, but is closed for Sunday games.

The Lake House Welcome to The Lake House, a family friendly, fast casual concept located on 1600 McKinney the south shore of Kinder Lake in the 713-337-7320 heart of Houston’s new 11.8-acre urban www.thelakehousehouston.com park Discovery Green.

Last Concert Café Don't be dismayed when you find the front door locked. Knock twice on the big 1403 Nance Street red door to gain entry into this hidden 713-226-8563 gem that once served as a Warehouse www.lastconcert.com District-based bordello. These days, the venue serves up a welcome mix of Tex- Mex fare and live music.

Lawless Spirits & Kitchen The corner of Travis Street and Texas Avenue was the site of the Capitol of the 909 Texas Avenue, Suite 2A Republic of Texas from 1837-1839. 281-823-8600 Lawless Spirits & Kitchen now sits in the www.lawlessspirits.com original space under the historic Rice

Hotel and features one of Houston’s best patio views. Lawless specializes in chic cocktails and shareable bites.

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Line & Lariat Line & Lariat, inside , aims to bring “modern Texas cuisine” to the Hotel ICON luxury Downtown property. Designed to 220 Main Street appeal to both hotel guests and those 832-667-4470 who work Downtown, the bistro uses www.hotelicon.com/dining-2 locally sourced ingredients to create innovative versions of classics.

Little Dipper Debuting in fall 2013, Little Dipper offers a well-culled cocktail list, plus a wide and 304 Main Street impressive assortment of beers and 832-754-2605 wines, in a very open environment. There are plenty of couches and tables beyond the barstools for those looking to gather with a small group of friends for happy hour or to wind down the night.

Little Woodrow’s – EaDo The smallest of the Little Woodrow’s clan makes up for its size with a giant wooden 2019 Walker Street patio. This relaxed beer garden boasts 713-222-2224 the same amenities that have made Little www.littlewoodrows.com Woodrow’s a local institution: more than

100 beers (22 on tap), happy hour specials and a sports-friendly crowd.

Local Foods – Downtown Fans of Benjy Levit’s wildly popular Local Foods were excited when the 420 Main St. restaurateur opened a downtown location 713-227-0531 in early 2017. The fast-casual, walk-up www.houstonlocalfoods.com counter concept features soups, salads and sandwiches that highlight many locally-sourced products.

Lucky Strike Lanes GreenStreet strikes gold with an upscale bowling alley-lounge concept. 1201 San Jacinto Street, Suite 321 713-343-3300 www.bowlluckystrike.com

Lucky’s Pub Conveniently located just blocks from the George R. Brown Convention Center, 801 St. Emanuel Minute Maid and the , 713-522-2010 Lucky's Pub is Houston’s best sports bar! www.luckyspub.com

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Massa Family’s South Coast Grill Downtowners rely on this longtime family operation for contemporary Creole and 1331 Lamar, Suite 114 smooth service. 713-655-9100 www.massas.com

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood McCormick and Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant – Downtown Restaurant is Houston’s leading authority in fresh seafood offering over 30 1201 Fannin Street selections of seafood and, for the non- 713-658-8100 seafood lovers, they offer perfectly aged www.mccormickandschmicks.com Midwestern beef.

Morton’s, The Steakhouse - Downtown Morton’s The Steakhouse offers succulent seafood. Classic steakhouse 1001 McKinney sides, decadent desserts and a world- 713-659-3700 class wine list also make Morton’s…well, www.mortons.com Morton’s.

OKRA Charity Saloon A group of independent restaurant and bar owners have launched a unique 924 Congress concept--a bar where 100 percent of the 713-237-8828 proceeds are donated to charity. The www.friedokra.org/charity-bar.html Organized Kollaboration on Restaurant Affairs, or OKRA, opened the OKRA Charity Saloon in late 2012.

Original Ninfa’s on Navigation The Tex-Mex taqueria that launched the chain still manages to look authentic. Ask 2704 Navigation Blvd. anyone who's ever been to this original 713-228-1175 Ninfa's if it's better than the franchises www.ninfas.com around the city and you'll get a resounding "yes."

Osso & Kristalla Osso & Kristalla is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and focuses on using 1515 Texas Avenue only fresh and local ingredients. Come 713-221-6666 and enjoy a cup of coffee or a glass of www.ossoandkristalla.com wine at this new, modern trattoria.

Pappadeaux Seafood – Avenida Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen opened a Downtown location of its popular Cajun 1001 Avenida de las Americas concept in early 2017, settling into a 713-654-5077 9,000-square-foot space in the southwest https://pappadeaux.com/locations/ corner of the George R. Brown Convention Center. The two-level location offers patio space, counter seating and a lively open kitchen.

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Pappas Bar-B-Q With a lively atmosphere, authentic Texas décor and true Western hospitality, 1217 Pierce at San Jacinto Pappas Bar-B-Q has been a Houston 713-659-1245 favorite for slow-smoked, pit barbecue www.pappasbbq.com with all the trimmings for over 30 years.

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse – Downtown Pappas Bros. Steakhouse is committed to creating an environment reminiscent of 1200 McKinney the fine dining style served many 713-657-1995 generations ago. Pappas Brothers www.pappasbros.com creates a total quality dining experience-- in the food offered, its preparation and in the service provided – quality that knows no shortcuts.

Pappasito’s Cantina Downtown Famous for more than 30 years of (Hilton Americas Hotel) Legendary Tex-Mex, Pappasito's Cantina serves up succulent sizzling fajitas, hand- 1600 Lamar Street crafted margaritas and some of the best 713-353-4400 chips and homemade salsa north of the www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/texas/Hilton- Rio Grande. americas-houston- HOUCVHH/dining/index.html

Part & Parcel Set on the ground floor of The Whitehall Hotel, Part & Parcel tempts guests with a 1700 Smith Street relaxed courtyard setting, perfect for 713-495-7807 enjoying artisan cocktails and small http://partandparceltx.com plates, all beneath the Texas stars.

Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar High-energy piano performances take the stage at a new Houston Pavilions-set bar. 1201 Fannin Street, Suite 310 713-337-PETE www.petesduelingpianobar.com

Phoenicia Specialty Foods – Downtown Phoenicia Specialty Foods Downtown is a 28,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art 1001 Austin Street food market featuring more than 10,000 832-360-2222 products imported from more than 50 www.phoeniciafoods.com countries. The one-stop, gourmet shop offers Downtown dwellers and visitors quality culinary products and household basics at competitive prices.

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Potente Potente, the highly anticipated restaurant from Houston Astros’ Owner Jim Crane, 1515 Texas Avenue opened in early 2017, set across the 713-237-1515 street from Downtown’s Minute Maid www.potentehouston.com Park. The restaurant promises upscale Italian fare offered in a luxurious and eye- catching setting.

Public Services Wine & Whisky Oxheart’s Chef Justin Yu and the restaurant’s former sommelier Justin 202 Travis Street, Suite 100 Vann have collaborated on a new 713-516-8897 nightlife concept. Located in Downtown’s http://publicservicesbar.com old 1884 Cotton Exchange building, the spot promises patrons a global selection of whisky, as well as wine, an edited cocktail line up and light bites.

Quattro at the Four Seasons The restaurant in the Four Seasons features fashionable Italian dining in 1300 Lamar Euro-sleek style. Quattro, which means 713-650-1300 "four" in Italian, represents the four faces www.fourseasons.com/Houston/dining/html of the restaurant; breakfast, lunch, dinner and the lively Quattro Bar.

Reserve 101 Reserve 101 Whiskey Bar and Signature Cocktail Lounge is located across from 1201 Caroline St. House of Blues at the intersection of 713-655-7101 Caroline & Dallas. www.reserve101.com

Sambuca Sambuca is the perfect blend of great nightly music, critically acclaimed cuisine 909 Texas Avenue and superb service. 713-224-5299 www.sambucarestaurant.com

Shay McElroy’s Irish Pub Shay McElroy's in Lofts building downtown takes the Irish-pub-in-America 909 Texas Avenue, Suite A concept to a new level. 713-223-2444 www.mcelroyspub.com

Shula’s Steak House Themed after the 1972 Miami Dolphins’ undefeated season, the steakhouse 1200 Louisiana Street prides itself on the Shula Cut, a steak 713-375-4777 that’s more selective than USDA Prime or www.donshula.com Choice, known for its marbling, maturity, consistency, flavor, leanness, appearance and tenderness.

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Spaghetti Warehouse The Spaghetti Warehouse offers a festive atmosphere with dishes that combine Old 901 Commerce St. at Texas Ave. World Italian traditions with American 713-229-9715 abundance. www.meatballs.com

The Springbok Originally hailing from South Africa, Los Angeles restaurateur Peter Walker and 711 Main Andrew Segal have launched Springbok 832-767-5574 Bar & Grill in downtown Houston, an www.springbokhouston.com authentic rugby bar showcasing diverse Southern Hemisphere foods.

Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse Vic & Anthony’s is a world-class steakhouse in downtown Houston with an 1510 Texas Avenue award-winning menu featuring the finest 713-228-1111 prime beef and seafood and a www.vicandanthonys.com distinguished wine list.

Xochi Set in Downtown’s Marriott Marquis Houston, Xochi (pronounced so-chee) 1777 Walker Street, Suite A means to bloom or catch fire and 713-400-3330 represents another creative endeavor www.xochihouston.com from award-winning Chef Hugo Ortega and the H Town Restaurant Group. There, fans will find a dining experience that celebrates the culinary and indigenous richness of Oaxaca, Mexico, and its varied geographic regions.

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