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Food scene
The Best affordable Burger and it's not far from the unit.
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The Burger Joint Heights
2002 N Shepherd DrThe Best affordable Burger and it's not far from the unit.
One of the hottest restaurants in Houston. Great for small gatherings of friends. The food is exquisite and the atmosphere is amazing.
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Squable
632 W 19th StOne of the hottest restaurants in Houston. Great for small gatherings of friends. The food is exquisite and the atmosphere is amazing.
Really good pizza and great atmosphere. It's in the heart of the heights. You'll enjoy.
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Mellow Mushroom
1919 N Shepherd DrReally good pizza and great atmosphere. It's in the heart of the heights. You'll enjoy.
This is a Houston staple. Be prepared for long lines but it is worth the wait. It's also pretty crowded so those that are weary of crowds should stay away.
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Turkey Leg Hut
4830 Almeda RoadThis is a Houston staple. Be prepared for long lines but it is worth the wait. It's also pretty crowded so those that are weary of crowds should stay away.
This is a great outdoor spot in East Downtown which is on the other side of I-10 and neighbors the 5th Ward where the unit is located.
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Truck Yard
2118 Lamar StThis is a great outdoor spot in East Downtown which is on the other side of I-10 and neighbors the 5th Ward where the unit is located.
A favorite of East Downtown and very close to where you'll be residing.
"Eater Houston’s 2018 Restaurant of the Year continues to earn raves from locals and national publications alike thanks to its cozy, comforting vibe and killer food. Definitely order the “Nancy cakes,” which pairs fluffy cornmeal pancakes with whipped butter and smoked trout roe into one of Houston’s most iconic new dishes."
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Nancy's Hustle
2704 Polk StA favorite of East Downtown and very close to where you'll be residing.
"Eater Houston’s 2018 Restaurant of the Year continues to earn raves from locals and national publications alike thanks to its cozy, comforting vibe and killer food. Definitely order the “Nancy cakes,” which pairs fluffy cornmeal pancakes with whipped butter and smoked trout roe into one of Houston’s most iconic new dishes."
Really good taco joint in East Downtown.
"Don’t be surprised if there’s a line out the door at this EaDo taco institution, where homemade tortillas are fashioned into killer breakfast tacos every single day. Tacos range from $1.60 to $6 in price, and can be stuffed with everything from carne guisada to egg and potato. Don’t sleep on the tamales here, either."
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Brothers Taco House
1604 Emancipation AveReally good taco joint in East Downtown.
"Don’t be surprised if there’s a line out the door at this EaDo taco institution, where homemade tortillas are fashioned into killer breakfast tacos every single day. Tacos range from $1.60 to $6 in price, and can be stuffed with everything from carne guisada to egg and potato. Don’t sleep on the tamales here, either."
Boombox Taco
3715 Market StreetA staple in 5th Ward Houston. Super close to your unit.
"Our spacious dining room and patio allows for us to easily socially distance and our team will be adhering to a rigorous sanitization process. Head here to learn more about what we're doing: https://therustic.com/safety To-go is also available! Head to https://therustic.xdineapp.com to order for contactless curbside or get delivery through Favor and DoorDash."
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The Rustic
1836 Polk St"Our spacious dining room and patio allows for us to easily socially distance and our team will be adhering to a rigorous sanitization process. Head here to learn more about what we're doing: https://therustic.com/safety To-go is also available! Head to https://therustic.xdineapp.com to order for contactless curbside or get delivery through Favor and DoorDash."
This is basketball star's James Harden's new restaurant. It looks great. I haven't tried it but I really really want to.
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Thirteen by James Harden
1911 Bagby StThis is basketball star's James Harden's new restaurant. It looks great. I haven't tried it but I really really want to.
My favorite brunch spot in Houston. You'll love it. Please check for reservations. It's rare you'll be seated by walking in.
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a'Bouzy
2300 Westheimer RdMy favorite brunch spot in Houston. You'll love it. Please check for reservations. It's rare you'll be seated by walking in.
Houston Arboretum & Nature Center
4501 Woodway DrGorgeous park in the Houston area with Golfing and a Japanese garden as well.
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Hermann Park
6001 Fannin StGorgeous park in the Houston area with Golfing and a Japanese garden as well.
BATL | The Backyard Axe Throwing League
1431 W 20th StAxe Throwing! I'll say less.
Bike Riding
Buffalo Bayou Bike TrailGreat family activity.
Taqo Mexican Kitchen y Tequileria
1343 Yale StMy favorite taco spot in the city. It's so good.
The best happy hour in the city in my opinion. Try to get to the bar between 4 and 7.
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Loch Bar
4444 Westheimer RdThe best happy hour in the city in my opinion. Try to get to the bar between 4 and 7.
Chama Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse
5865 Westheimer RdThe 2nd best Happy Hour in Houston.
Really dimly lit cool vibe place with a DJ that plays R&B and Hip Hop.
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Trez Art and Wine Bar
920 Studemont StreetReally dimly lit cool vibe place with a DJ that plays R&B and Hip Hop.
Really bougie for the ladies. It's an exquisite experience for brunch.
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Toulouse
4444 Westheimer RdReally bougie for the ladies. It's an exquisite experience for brunch.
Clutch City Clukcers
5550 Val Verde StreetAwesome food truck
Food truck park
9602 Chimney Rock RoadAbout 10 food trucks with guilt food galore.
This is decadence and soul food mixed in one. Make it the only meal of the day.
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The Breakfast Klub
3711 Travis StThis is decadence and soul food mixed in one. Make it the only meal of the day.
A ritzy outdoor shopping plaza with amazing restaurants. Great for girlfriend trips and couples.
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River Oaks District
4444 Westheimer RdA ritzy outdoor shopping plaza with amazing restaurants. Great for girlfriend trips and couples.
Heights Bier Garten
1433 N Shepherd DrMy favorite Beer Garden.
Saint Arnold Brewing Company
2000 Lyons AveSo many beer options
Axelrad Beer Garden
1517 Alabama StAwesome beer garden.
Notsuoh
314 Main StGreat live music and amazing mixologists.
Marfreless
2006 Peden StVery intimate for couples and a low key date night.
The Noble Experiment
Another amazing Speak Easy.
Lola's Depot
2327 Grant StReally eccentric and great bartenders.
Alley Kat
3718 Main StBlack owned speak easy that goes pretty hard during the week.
5th Level Restaurant & Cafe
3809 Market StReally close to the unit and a satiating hole in wall.
The Cottonmouth Club
108 Main StA rocker's dive bar.
Leeland House
2119 Leeland StGreat hangout spot and brunch restaurant.
Amazing soul food brunch and lunch spot. It's crowded but it's a must do.
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Grace's
3111 Kirby DrAmazing soul food brunch and lunch spot. It's crowded but it's a must do.
Harold's Restaurant, Bar & Rooftop Terrace
350 W 19th StGreat great food.
Lively with a DJ. The food isn't that great but you'll have alot of fun.
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Belle Station
207 Gray StLively with a DJ. The food isn't that great but you'll have alot of fun.
NRG stadion
NRG ParkwayHouston Texans Football Stadium
HEB Bakery
2300 N Shepherd DrClosest NICE grocery store
Randalls
2225 Louisiana StGrocery Store
Fiesta Mart, LLC
5800 Lyons AveFresh produce and great fajitas
Sightseeing
EaDo has great food and amazing graffit art. Stop by to take pictures in front of the colorful murals.
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East Downtown
EaDo has great food and amazing graffit art. Stop by to take pictures in front of the colorful murals.
Houston Zoo
6200 Hermann Park DrAllen Parkway
Allen ParkwayReally beautiful park. Great for the family.
Hermann Park Conservancy
1700 Hermann DrGo get the pedal boats!
Theater District
The historical Theater District speaks for itself.
Planning your Visit as Texas Reopens for Business
Every museum in our district is unique in size, space and community interaction while visiting. Because of this, each member will roll out different reopening policies, specific to the health and safety of their staff and community. Please check the website of the museum you wish to visit as there may be new COVID-19 related requirements, hours of operation and ticket policies. We look forward to hosting you and your families!
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Houston Museum District
Planning your Visit as Texas Reopens for Business
Every museum in our district is unique in size, space and community interaction while visiting. Because of this, each member will roll out different reopening policies, specific to the health and safety of their staff and community. Please check the website of the museum you wish to visit as there may be new COVID-19 related requirements, hours of operation and ticket policies. We look forward to hosting you and your families!
Minute Maid Park
501 Crawford StHouston Astros Baseball Stadium
Toyota Centar
1510 Polk StThe Houston Rockets Basketball Stadium
The smaller more convenient Houston airport. It's about 13 miles from the unit.
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Hobby Airport station
The smaller more convenient Houston airport. It's about 13 miles from the unit.
Međunarodna zračna luka George Bush
2800 N Terminal Rd22 miles to the Unit
A list of all of the Houston Bike Trails are below.
https://www.traillink.com/city/houston-tx-trails/
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Brays Bayou
A list of all of the Houston Bike Trails are below.
https://www.traillink.com/city/houston-tx-trails/
Neighborhoods
Lively party seen. You can bar hop here with the ladies or the fellas. So many bars. Too many to name. Great walkable atmosphere.
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Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park
Lively party seen. You can bar hop here with the ladies or the fellas. So many bars. Too many to name. Great walkable atmosphere.
The Galleria Mall is a shopper's paradise. It's a little ways away from the Unit. About 20 minutes and a $25 Uber ride but there are many restaurants in this area.
Gallery Court
Gallery CourtThe Galleria Mall is a shopper's paradise. It's a little ways away from the Unit. About 20 minutes and a $25 Uber ride but there are many restaurants in this area.
Midtown
Great bar and restaurant scene.
Popular street in Midtown. It's very walkable and there are some really good restaurants in walking distance.
Gray Street
Gray StreetPopular street in Midtown. It's very walkable and there are some really good restaurants in walking distance.
Easily the most gorgeous neighborhood in Houston. Amazing views, walkways, and million dollar homes.
Memorial
Easily the most gorgeous neighborhood in Houston. Amazing views, walkways, and million dollar homes.
EXPERIENCE HOUSTON'S FIFTH WARD COMMUNITY
Fifth Ward CRC catalyzes resources to build and preserve an inclusive 5th Ward Community by developing places and opportunities for people to live, work, and play!
Greater Fifth Ward
EXPERIENCE HOUSTON'S FIFTH WARD COMMUNITY
Fifth Ward CRC catalyzes resources to build and preserve an inclusive 5th Ward Community by developing places and opportunities for people to live, work, and play!
https://eadohouston.com/
Our weekly digest spotlights local news and EaDo-related events to keep you in the loop when it comes to the best neighborhood In the Loop. Catch it every week to stay informed.
In this digest: A virtual community briefing, soccer is back and fashion makes a difference.
A Walkthrough of Completed, Active & Future Projects in EaDo
Attend a virtual community briefing on Tuesday, March 23 at 6 p.m. to learn more about redevelopment projects in EaDo. The Board of Directors of the East Downtown Redevelopment Authority will be holding a joint meeting with the Board of Directors of the Reinvestment Zone Number Fifteen, City of Houston, Texas. You can join the meeting via video or telephone:
Video: https://meet.google.com/iys-ofox-yoh
Telephone: 929-367-7902, PIN: 646 329 337#
Houston Dash to host the opening match of 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup
Women’s pro soccer kicks off with a rematch of last year’s Challenge Cup final. The Dash will host the Chicago Red Stars on April 9 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets—yes, tickets!—start at $10.
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Dash are also encouraging fans to join their “Choose to Challenge” ticket donation campaign, which provides young women with the opportunity to attend a Dash game in the Challenge Cup.
Magpies & Peacocks’ first Trunkshow of 2021
Enjoy a specialty cocktail while browsing the newest zero waste luxury looks from Magpies & Peacocks. The EaDo nonprofit design house’s first trunkshow of the year, in partnership with Collectivo, will be this Saturday, March 20, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Local Business Love
East End Backyard – Are you ready for 4 straight days of can’t-miss food from some of Houston’s best mobile kitchens? Of course you are!
8th Wonder Brewery – High Grade will launch the 8th Wonder 2021 IPA Series. Keep an eye for the dank West Coast IPA on tap and in cans at your go-to spot for craft beer soon.
Tout Suite – How do you make a macaron even better? Add tequila, of course. Celebrate National Macaron Day with Margarita macarons and other specialty flavors. $2 each. Or choose from 24 traditional flavors for just $1 each. Available only on Saturday, March 20.
East End Hardware – Don’t miss local vendors, fantastic food and lively music this Saturday. The Los Jefes Market will be enjoying the spring sun outside the local bar from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Furesh – Pamper your pooch with a Pawdicure featuring a soothing paw massage. The dog groomer’s spring specials from Furesh will have your four-legged friend begging for more.
Little Woodrow’s EaDo – Fairytales and vexing villains await: Disney Trivia Night is Wednesday, March 24, 7 p.m. Stop by for your favorite beer and take a stroll down memory lane.
March 19, 2021Newscommunity, Dash, EaDo news, local business, local news
Previous EADO MEETING AGENDA: March 15, 2021
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East Downtown
https://eadohouston.com/
Our weekly digest spotlights local news and EaDo-related events to keep you in the loop when it comes to the best neighborhood In the Loop. Catch it every week to stay informed.
In this digest: A virtual community briefing, soccer is back and fashion makes a difference.
A Walkthrough of Completed, Active & Future Projects in EaDo
Attend a virtual community briefing on Tuesday, March 23 at 6 p.m. to learn more about redevelopment projects in EaDo. The Board of Directors of the East Downtown Redevelopment Authority will be holding a joint meeting with the Board of Directors of the Reinvestment Zone Number Fifteen, City of Houston, Texas. You can join the meeting via video or telephone:
Video: https://meet.google.com/iys-ofox-yoh
Telephone: 929-367-7902, PIN: 646 329 337#
Houston Dash to host the opening match of 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup
Women’s pro soccer kicks off with a rematch of last year’s Challenge Cup final. The Dash will host the Chicago Red Stars on April 9 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets—yes, tickets!—start at $10.
In honor of Women’s History Month, the Dash are also encouraging fans to join their “Choose to Challenge” ticket donation campaign, which provides young women with the opportunity to attend a Dash game in the Challenge Cup.
Magpies & Peacocks’ first Trunkshow of 2021
Enjoy a specialty cocktail while browsing the newest zero waste luxury looks from Magpies & Peacocks. The EaDo nonprofit design house’s first trunkshow of the year, in partnership with Collectivo, will be this Saturday, March 20, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Local Business Love
East End Backyard – Are you ready for 4 straight days of can’t-miss food from some of Houston’s best mobile kitchens? Of course you are!
8th Wonder Brewery – High Grade will launch the 8th Wonder 2021 IPA Series. Keep an eye for the dank West Coast IPA on tap and in cans at your go-to spot for craft beer soon.
Tout Suite – How do you make a macaron even better? Add tequila, of course. Celebrate National Macaron Day with Margarita macarons and other specialty flavors. $2 each. Or choose from 24 traditional flavors for just $1 each. Available only on Saturday, March 20.
East End Hardware – Don’t miss local vendors, fantastic food and lively music this Saturday. The Los Jefes Market will be enjoying the spring sun outside the local bar from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Furesh – Pamper your pooch with a Pawdicure featuring a soothing paw massage. The dog groomer’s spring specials from Furesh will have your four-legged friend begging for more.
Little Woodrow’s EaDo – Fairytales and vexing villains await: Disney Trivia Night is Wednesday, March 24, 7 p.m. Stop by for your favorite beer and take a stroll down memory lane.
March 19, 2021Newscommunity, Dash, EaDo news, local business, local news
Previous EADO MEETING AGENDA: March 15, 2021
City/town information
Galveston
This is pretty far away but Galveston is perfect for a day trip.
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Uber or Drive
My neighborhood is not walkable. Most of your fun will occur downtown houston.