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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 1600 Lamar in the ground-floor lobby of the hotel, 713-353-4400 1600 Bar + Grille is open seven days a http://www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/texas/hilton- week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. americas-houston- 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 Downtown Houston. www.batangahouston.com The 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 1777 Walker Street from where Houston Astros Hall of 832-258-4625 Famer Craig Biggio plied his baseball http://www.biggioshouston.com/ career at Minute Maid Park. 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 713-224-9494 past decade or so, moving upscale with www.birrarestaurant.com a sleek redesign, a menu upgrade and an attitude adjustment.
Brasserie du Parc Located on the ground floor of One Park Place, Brasserie du Parc and its 1440 Lamar Street accompanying Creperie du Parc 832-879-2802 overlook Discovery Green park and offer http://www.brasserieduparc.net classic French fare in an elegant, relaxed setting.
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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 1200 McKinney Street, Suite 323 by 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.
Chapman & Kirby Chapman & Kirby, an upscale “gastrolounge”, is the latest addition to 2118 Lamar Street EaDo’s rapidly growing dining and 713-636-9615 entertainment scene. Described as www.chapmanandkirby.com “steampunk industrial,” the large 9,000 square foot space offers a sophisticated yet cool vibe with unique touches like antique mirrors, dark leather, gold accents, brick, and Edison light bulbs.
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.
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District 7 EaDo Conveniently located in the east side of downtown by “Old Chinatown,” District 7 1508 Hutchins Street offers a causal setting with an outdoor 713-225-4950 patio, a great view of downtown, and it’s http://district7eado.com/index.php/en/ only minutes away from George R. Brown Convention Center, Minute Maid Park and the Toyota Center.
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.
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 www.grottorestaurants.com shareable 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 713-337-7321 restaurants in downtown Houston's www.thegrovehouston.com newest park.
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 www.guadalajarahacienda.com consistent cuisine that ranges from traditional fajitas and enchiladas to festive seafood dishes with a Southwestern kick.
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Hard Rock Cafe Houston Walls covered with decades of Top-40 memorabilia, rock songs blaring in the 502 Texas 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
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 713-739-9039 from over 7,000 islands, guests can www.isleseateryandbar.com enjoy 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.
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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.
Line & Lariat Line & Lariat, inside Hotel ICON, 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 304 Main Street and 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.
Local Foods – Downtown Fans of Benjy Levit’s wildly popular Local Foods were excited when the 420 Main St. restaurateur opened a downtown 713-227-0531 location in early 2017. The fast-casual, www.houstonlocalfoods.com walk-up counter concept features soups, salads and sandwiches that highlight many locally-sourced products.
The Lounge – The Magnolia Houston Magnolia’s signature restaurant features contemporary American cuisine in a 1100 Texas Avenue casual dining environment. With a http://magnoliahotels.com/houston/dining/ billiards room, library, full bar and culinary temptations – The Lounge invites guests to drink, dine and stay awhile.
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Lucienne Situated on the second floor of Hotel Alessandra, Lucienne is a Hotel Alessandra Mediterranean restaurant serving 1070 Dallas Street continental European cuisine in an 713-242-8555 upscale setting. https://goo.gl/9AQMZk
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 801 St. Emanuel Center, Minute Maid and the Toyota 713-522-2010 Center, Lucky's Pub is Houston’s best www.luckyspub.com sports bar!
Massa Family’s South Coast Grill Downtowners rely on this longtime family operation for contemporary 1331 Lamar, Suite 114 Creole and 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 1201 Fannin Street 30 selections of seafood and, for the 713-658-8100 non-seafood lovers, they offer perfectly www.mccormickandschmicks.com aged 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.
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Original Ninfa’s on Navigation The Tex-Mex taqueria that launched the chain still manages to look authentic. 2704 Navigation Blvd. Ask anyone who's ever been to this 713-228-1175 original Ninfa's if it's better than the www.ninfas.com franchises 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.
Oxbow 7 Elevated Bayou Cuisine. That’s how celebrity chef and James Beard Award Le Meridien Hotel nominee Bryan Caswell describes the 1121 Walker Street food at his new restaurant, Oxbow 7, 713-487-6137 located in downtown Houston’s central [email protected] business district.
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 https://pappadeaux.com/locations/ southwest corner of the George R. Brown Convention Center. The two-level location offers patio space, counter seating and a lively open kitchen.
Pappas Bar-B-Q With a lively atmosphere, authentic Texas décor and true Western 1217 Pierce at San Jacinto hospitality, Pappas Bar-B-Q has been a 713-659-1245 Houston favorite for slow-smoked, pit www.pappasbbq.com barbecue with all the trimmings for over 30 years.
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse – Downtown Pappas Bros. Steakhouse is committed to creating an environment reminiscent 1200 McKinney of 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.
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Pappasito’s Cantina Downtown Famous for more than 30 years of (Hilton Americas Hotel) Legendary Tex-Mex, Pappasito's Cantina serves up succulent sizzling 1600 Lamar Street fajitas, hand-crafted margaritas and 713-353-4400 some of the best chips and homemade www3.hilton.com/en/hotels/texas/Hilton- salsa north of the Rio Grande. americas-houston- HOUCVHH/dining/index.html
Part & Parcel Set on the ground floor of The Whitehall Hotel, Part & Parcel tempts guests with 1700 Smith Street a relaxed courtyard setting, perfect for 713-495-7807 enjoying artisan cocktails and small http://partandparceltx.com plates, all beneath the Texas stars.
Peli Deli Houston’s wildly successful Peli Peli brand has added Peli Deli to the mix—a 808 Travis Street, #115 temporary, on-the-go outpost in 281-297-9500 Downtown Houston. The casual South www.pelipeli.com African concept represents a nine month pop up (from March to December 2017) offering naan tacos and banh mi selections, along with breakfast items like egg soufflé and parfaits.
Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar High-energy piano performances take the stage at a new Houston Pavilions- 1201 Fannin Street, Suite 310 set bar. 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.
Potente Potente, the highly anticipated restaurant from Houston Astros’ Owner 1515 Texas Avenue Jim Crane, opened in early 2017, set 713-237-1515 across the street from Downtown’s www.potentehouston.com Minute Maid Park. The restaurant promises upscale Italian fare offered in a luxurious and eye-catching setting.
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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 the Rice Lofts building downtown takes the Irish-pub-in- 909 Texas Avenue, Suite A America 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 www.donshula.com or Choice, known for its marbling, maturity, consistency, flavor, leanness, appearance and tenderness.
Vic & Anthony’s Steakhouse Vic & Anthony’s is a world-class steakhouse in downtown Houston with 1510 Texas Avenue an award-winning menu featuring the 713-228-1111 finest prime beef and seafood and a www.vicandanthonys.com distinguished wine list.
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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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