Guidebook for Houston

Jeri
Guidebook for Houston

Food Scene

Humble, social setting with giant oak tree. It started as a vegetarian spot but has expanded its audience still staying true to a variety of foodie palates. http://www.hobbitcafehtx.com/
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Hobbit Cafe
2243 Richmond Ave
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Humble, social setting with giant oak tree. It started as a vegetarian spot but has expanded its audience still staying true to a variety of foodie palates. http://www.hobbitcafehtx.com/
This is one my favorite Italian spots and be clear the Kirby "family" location is different from the suburb locations. You must ask for the Shrimp Oscelo while you're there. http://www.carrabbasoriginal.com/
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Carrabba's - The Original On Kirby
3115 Kirby Dr
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This is one my favorite Italian spots and be clear the Kirby "family" location is different from the suburb locations. You must ask for the Shrimp Oscelo while you're there. http://www.carrabbasoriginal.com/
If you're wanting to experience the Pappadeaux chain but just can't stand the commercial dinner experience, Lil' Pappa's is much better. Try sitting at the bar + enjoy a cocktail and the oysters (or anything on the menu). http://files.pappas.com/images/dyn/menus/menu_292.pdf
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Little Pappasito's Cantina
2536 Richmond Ave
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If you're wanting to experience the Pappadeaux chain but just can't stand the commercial dinner experience, Lil' Pappa's is much better. Try sitting at the bar + enjoy a cocktail and the oysters (or anything on the menu). http://files.pappas.com/images/dyn/menus/menu_292.pdf
Elegant, 5 star Spanish cuisine. Great for date nite. Cozy cottage atmosphere less than 10 minutes away. http://bcnhouston.com/
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BCN Taste & Tradition
4210 Roseland St
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Elegant, 5 star Spanish cuisine. Great for date nite. Cozy cottage atmosphere less than 10 minutes away. http://bcnhouston.com/
Yes, yes, yes... inexpensive quality sushi. You'll know what I mean you go there. There is often a wait but they turn tables and food quickly.
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Oishii
3764 Richmond Ave
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Yes, yes, yes... inexpensive quality sushi. You'll know what I mean you go there. There is often a wait but they turn tables and food quickly.

Drinks & Nightlife

Hip cool scene. Good happy hour.
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Revelry on Richmond
1613 Richmond Avenue
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Hip cool scene. Good happy hour.
Craft beer brewery with large patio and industrial feel. Cool, chill spot.
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8th Wonder Brewery
2202 Dallas St
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Craft beer brewery with large patio and industrial feel. Cool, chill spot.
I think this is a bar (lol) but it is really a great Sunday brunch spot. Good music and small but interesting menu.
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Around the Corner
1510 Hutchins St
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I think this is a bar (lol) but it is really a great Sunday brunch spot. Good music and small but interesting menu.
Montrose's legendary The Davenport has super strong drinks and an eclectic scene... local celebrities have been known to hang on Sunday night.
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The Davenport Lounge
2115 Richmond Ave
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Montrose's legendary The Davenport has super strong drinks and an eclectic scene... local celebrities have been known to hang on Sunday night.
Looking for a more Third Ward scene, check out Scrappy Brown on Almeda and bar hop among the corridor.
Scrappy Brown's
4830 Almeda Rd
Looking for a more Third Ward scene, check out Scrappy Brown on Almeda and bar hop among the corridor.

Arts & Culture

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building
1001 Bissonnet St
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While the collection is great, the lawns were built for lounging, reading, playing chess (all on a blanket) and so much more...
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Menilova zbirka
1533 Sul Ross St
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While the collection is great, the lawns were built for lounging, reading, playing chess (all on a blanket) and so much more...
The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum (BSNM) a non-profit 501(c)(3) institution was founded in the year 2000 by a Vietnam veteran and African American military historian, Captain Paul J. Matthews. The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum is a proud member of the Houston Museum District. We are the only Museum dedicated primarily to preserving the legacy and honor of the African-American soldier, in the United States of America.
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Nacionalni muzej Buffalo vojnika
3816 Caroline St
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The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum (BSNM) a non-profit 501(c)(3) institution was founded in the year 2000 by a Vietnam veteran and African American military historian, Captain Paul J. Matthews. The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum is a proud member of the Houston Museum District. We are the only Museum dedicated primarily to preserving the legacy and honor of the African-American soldier, in the United States of America.
http://www.houstonballet.org/
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Houston Ballet
601 Preston St
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http://www.houstonballet.org/

Parks & Nature

Amazing programming (check their website) or just hang and enjoy beautifully manicured lawns, a Treehouse casual dining restaurant, a water area for kids and fine dining across the the GRB Convention Center. http://www.discoverygreen.com/
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Discovery Green
1500 McKinney St
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Amazing programming (check their website) or just hang and enjoy beautifully manicured lawns, a Treehouse casual dining restaurant, a water area for kids and fine dining across the the GRB Convention Center. http://www.discoverygreen.com/

Shopping

Several blocks of outdoor shopping from name brands to boutiques.
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Rice Village
2376 Rice Boulevard
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Several blocks of outdoor shopping from name brands to boutiques.

Essentials

Great store! Clean with organic, daily, bakery, floral options. I love the fresh squeezed juices from here.
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H-E-B
6055 South Fwy
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Great store! Clean with organic, daily, bakery, floral options. I love the fresh squeezed juices from here.