{"id":96,"date":"2019-06-30T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-06-30T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oyorooms.com\/us\/thegoodlife\/example-blog-post-4\/"},"modified":"2021-10-12T08:57:38","modified_gmt":"2021-10-12T08:57:38","slug":"midtown-houstons-liveliest-neighborhood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oyorooms.com\/travel-guide\/us\/midtown-houstons-liveliest-neighborhood\/","title":{"rendered":"Midtown: Houston\u2019s Liveliest Neighborhood"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ah, Midtown. The forgotten middle child: everyone praises Uptown\u2019s beauty and Downtown\u2019s hopping nightlife. But like most middle children, Midtown finds a way to stand out on its own. If it\u2019s been a while, it\u2019s high time you checked it out. Midtown has struck that rare balance between a hopping nightlife and pleasant livability for young professionals and families. Ready to find out <\/span>what to do in Midtown Houston<\/span>? Let\u2019s take a look. <\/span><\/p>\n

 <\/b>Get your grub on<\/b><\/p>\n

Food is the most important part of the day, right? These restaurants are sure to please your palate:<\/span><\/p>\n

Pub Fiction<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

Image caption: Via thrillist.com<\/span><\/p>\n

2303 Smith St.<\/span><\/p>\n

Houston, TX 77006<\/span><\/p>\n

(713) 400-8400<\/span><\/p>\n

No, we didn\u2019t just pick it because of its name. Pub Fiction serves up everything from Tex-Mex to brunch fare. We suggest the 420 burger. Mm-mm! This <\/span>is <\/span><\/i>a tasty burger!<\/span><\/p>\n

Ibiza Food & Wine Bar<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

2450 Louisiana Street<\/span><\/p>\n

Houston, TX 77006<\/span><\/p>\n

(713) 524-0004<\/span><\/p>\n

You like food? You like wine? Combine the two at Ibiza, where you\u2019ll find Mediterranean delicacies for every meal of the day. We\u2019re partial to the braised lamb shank and the warm Nutella brownie, but that\u2019s just us.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mai\u2019s Restaurant<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

3403 Milan Street<\/span><\/p>\n

Houston, TX 77002<\/span><\/p>\n

(713) 520-5300<\/span><\/p>\n

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Since 1978, Mai\u2019s and the Nguyen family have served up delicious Vietnamese dishes for Midtowners. Come for the pho and vermicelli bowls, and stay for the Banh Chocolate and Kem (AKA the Saigon mudslide). You can thank us later.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Need a drink?<\/b><\/p>\n

A beverage (pick your temp) is the perfect way to wash down all that delicious food you\u2019ll be eating.<\/span><\/p>\n

Retrospect Coffee Bar<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

Image caption: Via Retrospect CoffeeBar Twitter (@RetrospectCBar)<\/span><\/p>\n

3709 La Branch Street<\/span><\/p>\n

Houston, TX 77004<\/span><\/p>\n

(713) 993-6600<\/span><\/p>\n

Need a pick-me-up? Order a handcrafted espresso that uses locally roasted beans. You can also score mimosas and craft beer at this beautiful spot on La Branch Street.<\/span><\/p>\n

Howl at the Moon<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

612 Hadley Street<\/span><\/p>\n

Houston, TX 77003<\/span><\/p>\n

(713) 658-9700 <\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re coming for a quick drink or you\u2019re here expressly to party with your BFFs, Howl has something for you. Knock back a cold one on Thursday\u2019s Dollar Beer Night, then dance the night away to live music. Do you drink your party punch by the bucket full? No worries. They have you covered.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Social Beer Garden<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

3101 San Jacinto Street<\/span><\/p>\n

Houston, TX 77004<\/span><\/p>\n

(713) 636-9357<\/span><\/p>\n

Leaning into Houston\u2019s outdoor bar scene, this spot is all about having fun under a Texas open sky. With vintage arcade games, hammocks, and of course dozens of drafts, good times are almost assured? And it\u2019s pet-friendly, so grab Fido and have a pint. <\/span><\/p>\n

Get around <\/b><\/p>\n

MATCH<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Image caption: Via offcite.org <\/span><\/p>\n

3400 Main Street<\/span><\/p>\n

Houston, X 77002<\/span><\/p>\n

(713) 325-5370 <\/span><\/p>\n

The Midtown Arts and Theater Center is a wonderful home for artistic endeavors of all sorts. On almost any given day, visitors can take in a performance (or two!), wander a gallery, and meet the movers and shakers of the Houston artistic community.<\/span><\/p>\n

Escape the Room Houston<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

3303 Louisiana Street #220<\/span><\/p>\n

Houston, TX 77006<\/span><\/p>\n

(832) 786-8822<\/span><\/p>\n

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Put your brain to work and get your adrenaline going in one of Escape Room\u2019s scenarios. Flee a buried chamber, puzzle your way out of a theater, or stop an army of dinosaurs from overrunning the earth. Yes, you read that correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n

Elizabeth Baldwin Park<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

1701 Elgin Street<\/span><\/p>\n

Houston, TX 77004<\/span><\/p>\n

Enjoy a peaceful afternoon wandering through almost five acres of grass, trees, and a fountain. You can pack a picnic lunch and relax at one of the many tables; if you\u2019ve brought kids with you, let them have some fun on the playground.<\/span><\/p>\n

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It\u2019s easy to live the good life in the Lone Star State! Next time you\u2019re looking for <\/span>things to do in Houston<\/span>,  head to Midtown and have an adventure. We\u2019ll see you there.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n

Are you looking to visit Houston? Visit our listings<\/a> or call 1-844-BOOK-OYO to find available rooms in the Houston area today. <\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Midtown has struck that rare balance between a hopping nightlife and pleasant livability for young professionals and families. Ready to find out what to do in Midtown Houston?","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":585,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[7],"tags":[6,4],"post_cities":[36],"yoast_head":"\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n