China Star Restaurant
Neighborhood: Clear Lake

18027 Point Lookout Dr
Houston, TX 77058

nana h. writes: I've never seen a place that does this much TAKE OUT! There are calls in every few minutes, and alot of them are regulars. They have a huge lunch special menu, if you work across the street at Johnson Space Center, you will likely see many of your…

El Patio Mexican Restaurants
Neighborhood: Galleria/Uptown

6444 Westheimer Rd
Houston, TX 77057

Sam V. writes: Believe it or not, for as long as I've lived in Houston, I have never visited El Patio. (That is, until today.) This is a pretty darn good place, I must say. They have a well rounded lunch menu with items under  8 or 9 bucks. Given my burger fiasco…

Cheddar's Casual Cafe
Neighborhood: Westchase

10601 Westpark Dr
Houston, TX 77042

Long T. writes: Yes it's a chain.  Yes, it's not exactly the finest food out there.  But it's a guilty pleasure for my friends and I when we want some good ol' comfort food.  I actually took my wife to the Cheddar's in College Station (where it remains super…

Thai Pepper Restaurant
Neighborhood: Montrose

2049 W Alabama St
Houston, TX 77098

brooke m. writes: This place is REALLY quiet..  A little background music wouldn't hurt, but thankfully that has no bearing on how good the food is.

An order of pad thai (yeah, I'm plain) and a small soup fed me for three days.  I really can't complain about a place…

Kolache Factory
Neighborhood: West University

5810 Kirby Dr
Houston, TX 77005

Janelle B. writes: What could be better than a Kolache?  How about an entire Kolache Factory?

There's not much you need to know about the Kolache Factory.  Kolaches are amazing, and the Kolache Factory does them right.  It's that simple.  

The only reason you'd need me…

shipley donuts

Houston, TX 77246

steve k. writes: Krispy Kreme move aside, you have been de throned.  This donut shop located only in the south from what I understand is pretty damned good.  They have an old fashioned feel to them and they have found the perfect cake blend for their donuts.  They…

Kobain
Neighborhood: The Heights

33 Waugh Dr
Houston, TX 77007

Farrah A. writes: My first visit to Kobain was back in '06 when it first opened. Semi-good Bellinis and "Italian Margaritas" were the highlight of my Sunday afternoon, but nothing too special to bring me back ... until early 2008.

The clientele certainly changed. It…

Han's Bier and Vino Haus
Neighborhood: West University

2523 Quenby St
Houston, TX 77005

Claire S. writes: Han's is probably one of the best kept secrets in Houston as well as in the Rice Village/West U area. Just off Kirby at Quenby street with an art car often parked in front, Han's seems quite innocuous at first. Make your way inside and the bar is…

Club Venue
Neighborhood: Downtown, Fourth Ward

719 Main St
Houston, TX 77002

Jolyn R. writes: So a friend wanted to go to Venue for her 30th birthday, so I just bit my tongue and make the trip to downtown. Parking sucks, but that's expected in downtown. The drinks are expensive, again expected. I didn't think it was too difficult to get to…

Wild Kitchen
Neighborhood: Meyerland, Braeswood Place

8806 Stella Link Road
Houston, TX 77025

c t. writes: Here's the HP review that initially led me here.
http://www.houstonpres...
This korean owned burger joint just opened up. When I saw it in reviewed in the Houston Press, I made it a point to come by. I'm a fan of Burger Tex (another korean owned burger…

Lupe Tortilla
Neighborhood: Energy Corridor

318 Stafford St
Houston, TX 77079

Al Z. writes: One of the best Houston Mexican restaurants I've been to.  The kids love the sandbox and so do we. The reason there is usually a wait is a testimony to how great their authentic fresh Mexican food is.  There are locations throughout Houston, and the…

Van Loc Restaurant
Neighborhood: Midtown, Fourth Ward

3010 Milam St
Houston, TX 77006

jing g. writes: Van Loc is open till 3:00 a.m. for all the night owls out there.

The thing that I consistently get there is the rice combination plate. Under $6 and you get a well rounded meal that also happens to be quite tasty. I usually get the pork chop…

La Mexicana Restaurant & Bar
Neighborhood: Montrose, Fourth Ward

1018 Fairview St
Houston, TX 77006

Lisa A. writes: I'm going to split the difference between Sara B. and Fayza E. and give this place a 3+ stars. Like Sara said, it's better than Ninfa's but, as Fayza E. pointed out, their guacamole obviously isn't fresh from an avocado either.

I ordered Flautas…

Sammy's at 2016 Main
Neighborhood: Midtown, Fourth Ward

2016 Main St
Houston, TX 77002

Elizabeth T. R. writes: It's true, $10 for a cover is kind of a buzzkill.  So is waiting in line.  But for a weeknight, Sammy's will turn you out!  I can't say that I've visited another bar where people are this enthusiastic to get wasted and dance until 2 in the morning…

Quizno's Subs
Neighborhood: Galleria/Uptown

5630 Westheimer Rd
Houston, TX 77056

Michael B. writes: Yes my friends it has come to this. I'm reviewing a Quizno's.

Well this Quizno's in West Houston gets the distinction of standing in for a number of Quizno's (unless I review the rest of them) for one particular reason. It is the Prime Rib…

Steve & Barry's
Neighborhood: West Oaks

700 West Oaks Mall
Hwy 6 S
Houston, TX 77082

Kristen F. writes: This was the third Steve & Barry's I patronized.  It's located within The West Oaks Mall.  The staff here at this Houston store was very friendly, and they had a good selection of the latest Marbury shoes that had come out a week ago.  We saw tons…

La Madeleine French Bakery
Neighborhood: Clear Lake

929 W Bay Area Blvd
Webster, TX 77598

Dolph W. writes: Thanks to La Madeleine next to Baybrook Mall, I now have an answer to the conundrum of how one can get food FAST without resorting to FAST food.

I was in the neighborhood to perform in a concert at UH Clear Lake and needed to charge my batteries…

Bennigan's
Neighborhood: South Belt/Ellington

1330 W Bay Area Blvd
Friendswood, TX 77546

Bobbi B. writes: Great sampler platters and sliders.

Also like soup selections and tea.

Great lunches.

I dont recomend for dinner.

The mixed drinks are the best.

Gringos Mexican Cafe

2202 Broadway St
Pearland, TX 77581

Bobbi B. writes: Yummy.

Great salsa, great tamales, great everything.

Mama Ninfa's Mexican Restaurants
Neighborhood: Second Ward

2704 Navigation Blvd
Houston, TX 77003

Jessica K. writes: Not my favorite mexican restaurant but its still a good one. The chain has been around since the 70's so they have got the routine down. This location is newer and clean.I enoyed my chicken fajita wrap and the burritos are huge and look really good…

Barcenas'mexican Restaraunt
Neighborhood: South Belt/Ellington

2200 W Bay Area Blvd
Friendswood, TX 77546

Bobbi B. writes: The only thing I love here is the Nachos Best in town and the Fajitas.

The salsas are good and the atmosphere is quiet.

I dont care for the rest of the food  here but do stop for nachos and tea.

Cafe Express
Neighborhood: Memorial

780 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Suite 100
Houston, TX 77024

Dolph W. writes: Cafe Express in Town & Country Village lives up to its name IF you arrive before the lunch or dinner crowds. Otherwise, "Express" turns into "Expect a Delay". The lines at the counter move fast enough, but the preparation stage can get a bit drawn…

Collina's Italian Cafe
Neighborhood: Highland Village

3835 Richmond Ave
Houston, TX 77027

Cory O. writes: Okay, so the Collina's pizza is very overrated.  I mean, don't get me wrong, it is perfectly decent pizza.  But is it an orgasm in your mouth?  Not quite. The thing to get excited about at Collina's is being able to bring in your own wine.  Because…

Texas Land & Cattle
Neighborhood: Energy Corridor

12313 Katy Freeway
Houston, TX 77079

Rex C. writes: I went to this place and tried the smoked sirloin and fell in love!  This place is incredible and the price is not too pricey!  I also can recommend the lobster as it is Maine lobster and not Austrailian (like at some chains).  Trust me, you can…

ComedySportz
Neighborhood: Memorial, Spring Branch

901 Town & Country Blvd
Houston, TX 77024

Rex C. writes: Went to this place on a date and was a bit unsure about the place as it was rather small.  But, to my suprise, this improv show had me busting my gut.  They have this improv where it is like a "who done it" where the actors act out the location,…

Asia Market
Neighborhood: The Heights

1010 W Cavalcade St Ste D
Houston, TX 77009

Jenny W. writes: being fortunate enough to find authentic thai places in houston has really turned me into a thai food snob.  

my friend and i arrived at kanomwan one afternoon and found they were closed between lunch and dinner.  she was intent on thai in her tummy…

Deco
Neighborhood: Midtown, Fourth Ward

510 Gray Street
Houston, TX 77002

Ro N. writes: I came here to celebrate my birthday one year in Houston---love it!!!

I love the fact this is one of the places in Houston that does not allow smoking indoor.

Upon exiting I still smelled so fresh and so clean!

The Orange Show
Neighborhood: Gulfgate/Pine Valley

2401 Munger
Houston, TX 77023

tatiana s. writes: For music, a fantastic venue. You sit outdoors surrounded by what can only be described as a quirky atmosphere. St. Arnold's beer on draft, and fritos 2 for 1 if that's your style. Kids run around the knees of tattooed-pierced young people and folks…

Beer Can House
Neighborhood: The Heights

222 Malone St
Houston, TX 77007

Lisa A. writes: I saw some impressive Beeramids in college but this guy took it to a whole other level. I was a little disappointed to finally find out that the house is not build by using beer cans (can=bricks) and mortar alone. But, it's a cool structure and the…

East Wall Chinese Restaurant
Neighborhood: Sharpstown, Chinatown

9889 Bellaire Blvd
Houston, TX 77036

Andrew M. writes: Ohh Hong Kong, how I miss thee!!!  After spending six months in Hong Kong I am always craving some authentic Cantonese food.  So, when some of my friends from HK recommended this place I was running to Bellaire for a meal.

I was not disappointed.…

Willowbrook Mall
Neighborhood: Willowbrook

2000 Willowbrook Mall
Houston, TX 77070

Bobby S. writes: Like the mall.  It has a lot of things to offer a shopper.  Very clean and modern.  But bring your walking shoes.  You will get tired.

Kona Grill
Neighborhood: Galleria/Uptown

Houston Galleria
5061 Westheimer Rd
Houston, TX 77056

Adam O. writes: The food was oddly delicious.  I really wasn't expecting much... but my Pan-Seared Ahi was delicious.  Not only was it tasty, but the presentation was top-notch.  I don't expect places like that to have artistic-looking food... go figure.

By far the…

Panera Bread Bakery

22521 State Highway 249
Houston, TX 77070

Alexander T. writes: This is the first time I have been to a Panera Bread, and I am impressed, If for food quality alone as well as diversity I would give it 4 stars, however I have some issues with this place.

For lunch, this place was CROWDED! it is not ideal for large…

Kims Fabric
Neighborhood: Alief

11205 Bellaire Blvd
Houston, TX 77072

Kitty G. writes: Looking for that special material for that ao dai (traditional vietnamese long dress & wide leg pants)? This would be the well organized place to stop & shop for such--wide selection of fabulous colors & shimmer, glitter, & designs. Also carry a few…

Boudreaux's Cajun Kitchen Willowbrook
Neighborhood: Willowbrook

17595 State Highway 249
Houston, TX 77064

Oxen -. writes: Fair fare, but no Ragin' Cajun.

Crawfish too salty and not as fresh.  
I don't know about other dishes, though.

Residence Inn by Marriott
Neighborhood: Galleria/Uptown

2500 McCue Rd
Houston, TX 77056

Misse D. writes: It's a little small compared to other Residence Inn's but ithe rooms are nice and newly remodeled.  I really like that you can work out for free at the Bally's down the street .  It's a 3 minute walk to the Galleria so you don't even need a car.

Guadalajara Mexican Grille & Bar
Neighborhood: Memorial

9799 Katy Fwy
Houston, TX 77024

Aaron C. writes: My favorite Tex-Mex!! Sit at the bar if you can.  The bartenders are always cool and friendly.. Never had bad service, never had bad food.  And you better believe that I am very picky.. Love the atmosphere, not "plastic" like at Papasito's.  The…