Places to eat in Houston

This is a 24-hour restaurant that caters to the late night bar/club crowd after hours. It certainly is not an upscale place which might turn off some potential patrons. The food is fantastic but the ambiance and surroundings can get a bit sketchy at times--which can explain the occasional police presence at night. It has a huge menu with many somewhat healthy selections.

Favorite Dish: I always order a two taco combination of the Grilled Fish Taco Diablo Style ($3.29) and the Shrimp Deluxe Taco Diablo Style ($3.59). The fish or shrimp is packed into a corn tortilla with avocado, tartar sauce, and a red cabbage relish. Add to that one of many different salsas and you have an awesome combination of food.

They've just re-opened in a larger spot. They used to be at Kirkwood at Memorial, and closed almost a year ago. We mourned the loss, some of the best, freshest sushi in town. Same sushi chef/owner, as well as several of the wait staff. Both the chef and the hostess shook my hand and said welcome back. They remembered me. A friend and I (both have wives who won't touch sushi) would go about once a month when it was at the previous location.
I've been back twice, and the sushi and sashimi are still great. Last time, I had the shrimp tempura Bento box for lunch, and it was really good. One thing, sort of humorous. Most of the lunch specials talk about Nori's Dairy Special side dish. They mean Nori's Daily Special side dish (never had any dairy in the side dishes).

Favorite Dish: Sushi. Tempura's good, and a number of the rolls are great. They have a great sushi or roll combination for lunch.

The mayors of Texas are cracking down on smoking in public places. Therefore, if you are a smoker you will have to be very careful where you light up when in restaurants. Make sure to ask before you are seated if smoking is available. Most restuarants in the actual city will not permit it anywhere in the restaurant.

Legislators and lobbyists are currently fighting smokers to not be allowed close to 100 feet from any building entrance. So, just be careful, and make sure to be observative. If someone approaches you to put our your cigarette just follow the rules and you'll be fine.

Please know, this is effective in bars, too. Yes, there are still bars you can smoke inside but it depends on the owner's decision. So, if it's important to you, call ahead.

Favorite Dish: None of the big chains allow smoking so you might have to go with smaller bars to find a place to smoke, drink, and eat.

County Line has a country, diner, cook-out feel. It is very laid back and have always enjoyed the food. You can come here for a laid back date, after a ball game, or with a big group, and find it meets your needs.

Taken from their website: For 20 years this fun roadhouse has been tucked away among the tall pines of north Houston. Always a hit with 3 private banquet rooms, exceptional full service catering and on the spot deliveries. Not to mention the Totally Texan dining room complete with a full cowhide covered bar, picturesque backyard Gazebo and a cozy stone patio. Open 7 days a week. Lunch and Dinner

There are a few in the area so be sure to check the website for the closest one near you!

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Favorite Dish: They have a turkey dish that comes with black pepper on it. It was fantastic. The best BBQ turkey plate I've ever had. I can't get anything other than that! Also, their beef brisket and sausage are fantastic.

The food there was amazing- each dish was cooked to perfection! For children, you can watch the chef bake your pizza after you make it! The music there is soft and atmospheric, and the place is just spectacular on any day for lunch or dinner.

The inside ambiance of this mid-upscale restaurant is great. Unlike a lot of typical Mexican/Tex-Mex restaurants, this is one that has character. I recommend the outdoor patio when the weather is cooler. Smoking is only permitted outside on the patio. I don't smoke so I wish the entire establishment was non-smoking.

"Best Grilled Mexican Food" - Best of the Best Magazine

"Best Margaritas" - Houston Chronicle

"Best Fajitas" - Houston Press and H Magazine

"Best Guacamole & Green Salsa" - Texas Monthly

Favorite Dish: The fajitas rock!!!

If you were driving down the street and saw this place, you might pass it by ~ I did and I lived near it for years! While back in Houston a few weeks ago, my friends & I ordered take-out from this place and I was completely amazed that it was so delicious! (And disappointed that I didn't tap into this place when I lived there). Lots of pasta dishes, a good selection of soups & sandwiches and a dizzying array of delectable entrees.

Favorite Dish: I had the Veal Scallopine and it was absolutely heavenly. My friends both had the Grilled Pork Chop (a specialty of the house) and I tasted it...and wished I had ordered two entrees because it was soooooooo yummy!!! The sauce on top was amazing ~ a little spicy, a little tangy and a perfect accompaniment for the pork.

The restaurant itself is nothing special, but they do the absolute best job on their delivery / take-out. Speak slowly when ordering and be prepared to spell things! :)

Favorite Dish: #68 Happily Family with curry. Note: you have to ask them to make it with the curry as it doesn't typically come this way, but it is soooooooooooo delicious prepared this way. My favorite dish by far. My husband's favorite is the #90 Yu Shiang Fish wish is also deeeeeeeeelicious, I have to agree.