{"id":19777,"date":"2021-10-24T21:44:55","date_gmt":"2021-10-24T21:44:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oyorooms.com\/travel-guide\/us\/?p=19777"},"modified":"2022-05-11T07:59:17","modified_gmt":"2022-05-11T07:59:17","slug":"11-best-restaurants-in-houston","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oyorooms.com\/travel-guide\/us\/11-best-restaurants-in-houston\/","title":{"rendered":"11 Best Restaurants in Houston"},"content":{"rendered":"

Houston is an incredible city to travel to as it offers diverse sightseeing opportunities, ranging from the impressive Space Center to the iconic Houston Grand Opera. Suppose you are traveling to Houston anytime soon. In that case, you will have absolutely no difficulties finding places to stay, given the numerous accommodation options offered by Oyo in excellent locations around the city and the San Antonio area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But where to eat out? Don\u2019t worry! Below we have compiled the perfect food guide for your travels that will ensure you visit some of the best culinary spots that the city has to offer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Phat Eatery<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Located close to the scenic George Bush Park, Phat Eatery is a popular spot for the foodies. It is a Malaysian restaurant known for scrumptious Malaysian street food. The restaurant\u2019s name \u2018PHAT\u201d means highly addictive and gratifying, and nothing describes its food better than the name. We highly recommend the Sizzling Tofu and the award-winning Beef Rendang at this place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Barnaby\u2019s Cafe<\/b><\/p>\n

Are you looking for some good <\/span>restaurants downtown Houston<\/b>? Look no further than the Barnaby\u2019s Cafe. Perfect for a Saturday brunch, this typical American restaurant is close to the popular Museum of Fine Arts, which should be on your list of places to visit. A major plus point is that it also has vegetarian-friendly and vegan options!<\/span><\/p>\n

MF Sushi<\/b><\/p>\n

Looking for recommendations for a fancy date night? Head to MF Sushi in the Montrose neighborhood. Known as one of the<\/span> best restaurants in Houston<\/b>, this place serves fine Japanese cuisine. It has gluten-free options for those who wish to avoid gluten, and that\u2019s a major brownie point for this place. Try some of their popular sushis, such as Nigiri and Sashimi, and then have a lovely drive back home to any of the numerous Oyo properties in the Montrose neighborhood.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Brennan’s of Houston<\/b><\/p>\n

Your visit to Houston will remain incomplete if you do not savor authentic Creole delicacies at the Brennan\u2019s of Houston. Their originals like Eggs Hussarde and Bananas Foster have been crowd favorites for several decades now. On special days, you can enjoy incredible live jazz at this place with fried oysters and other authentic Creole delicacies. The architecture of this place is elegant and gives you a fine-dining royalty feel. It is super close to the Greenwood forest and has an incredible ambiance that will transport you back to the historical era of the 60s.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Kiran\u2019s<\/b><\/p>\n

If you are looking for some authentic Indian food, let us recommend Kiran\u2019s, one of the <\/span>best Indian restaurants in Houston<\/b>. It is owned by Kiran Verma, who is often referred to as the \u2018godmother of Indian fine-dining\u2019. The menu is inspired by Awadhi-style cooking and boasts traditional Indian dishes like naan and the mouthwatering Mughlai Thali. It is located close to Gerald D. Hines Waterwall Park and is easily accessible by car and public transit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Maharaja Bhog<\/b><\/p>\n

Your search for the <\/span>best Indian restaurants in Houston<\/b> should not stop at Kiran\u2019s since there is also the Maharaja Bhog, which you should try. Located in Southwest Plaza, this place offers an authentic Indian buffet to its patrons. Diners speak highly of its service and claim that the staff is super friendly. You get to savor traditional Indian dishes like freshly made rotis, different types of dal, and chutneys made of mango!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Original Ninfa’s on Navigation<\/b><\/p>\n

Hands down the <\/span>best Mexican restaurant in Houston<\/b>, The Original\u2019s Ninfa\u2019s on Navigation is a must-try for all foodies.<\/span> The place is named after Mama Ninfa Laurenzo, the original owner. It serves impeccable Tex-Mex foods and is one of the most prominent food landmarks in Houston. Try the fajitas while sipping on some Tequila and have the best time savoring Mexican delicacies at this popular food destination.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Teotihuacan Mexican Cafe<\/b><\/p>\n

If not THE <\/span>best Mexican restaurant in Houston<\/b>, it is one of the top contenders for the title. The Teotihuacan Mexican Cafe is known for its delicious enchilada and house specialties like Carnitas De Puerco and Chile Relleno De Champi\u00f1ones. It has three separate locations in Houston, which means you will have more options when figuring out the logistics of getting there. All three sites are in neighborhoods with fantastic Oyo properties so that you can enjoy a comfortable stay during your foodie tour in the city.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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North Italia<\/b><\/p>\n

When it comes to the <\/span>best Italian restaurants in Houston<\/b>, the name of North Italia comes up often. If you have tried some <\/span>restaurants downtown Houston<\/b> and are looking for something Italian, this place is a quick 15-minute drive from downtown Houston. North Italia\u2019s Crispy Calamari is too good to pass up, and their Black Mediterranean Mussels is a fantastic lunch dish. An additional tip, try some of the local brews they serve at this place to savor the local brewing scene in Houston.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Kata Robata<\/b><\/p>\n

Located near the crossroads of Highway 59 and Kirby, Kata Robata is a quick drive away from some of the premier Oyo properties in the neighborhood. After a long day of sightseeing in Houston, you should head to Kata Robata for some high-quality sushi that will make the foodie in you jump with joy. The restaurant has its unique take on modern Japanese cuisine and has fish specially flown in from Japan. If that wasn\u2019t enough to convince you that this is one of the <\/span>best restaurants in Houston<\/b>, Houston Chronicle named it the No. 1 restaurant in Houston in 2019. If you are lucky, you might get to order one of the eight Omakase meals available nightly at this place.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Xochi<\/b><\/p>\n

Downtown Houston has a wide range of Oyo properties, so you will always find a cool place to stay in the area. But where to eat? Trust our recommendation and head to Xochi for an incredible culinary experience. It is owned by the award-winning chef Hugo Ortega and celebrates the culinary elements of Oaxaca in Mexico. Considered one of the <\/span>best Mexican restaurants in Houston<\/b>, Xochi is popular for its Ostiones en Su Concha (oysters) and its traditional Mexican plates. This place has an incredible ambiance with contemporary architecture and a well-stocked bar. All the signs of a good time, so what are you waiting for?<\/span><\/p>\n

So those were some of our top recommendations for places to eat in and around Houston<\/a> and San Antonio<\/a>. If you are heading to any of these places, you can easily find some incredible Oyo hotels<\/a> in the vicinity. So your stay is sorted! We hope you have a great time visiting these places and enjoy eating the amazing food here!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Houston is an incredible city to travel to as it offers diverse sightseeing opportunities, ranging from the impressive Space Center to the iconic Houston Grand Opera. Suppose you are traveling to Houston anytime soon. In that case, you will have absolutely no difficulties finding places to stay, given the numerous accommodation options offered by Oyo […]","protected":false},"author":31,"featured_media":19779,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[17],"tags":[],"post_cities":[36],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n