Guidebook for Houston
Food Scene
Great fajitas and Mexican style breakfasts. Walking distance from the house. They have a second location a mile or so away (1511 Airline) with an enclosed patio for enjoying an evening out with margaritas and fun atmosphere.
11 locals recommend
Teotihuacan
4624 Irvington BlvdGreat fajitas and Mexican style breakfasts. Walking distance from the house. They have a second location a mile or so away (1511 Airline) with an enclosed patio for enjoying an evening out with margaritas and fun atmosphere.
Bocca Deli
4707 Irvington BlvdGreat salad and deli sandwiches for lunch. A short walk from the house.
A Houston original. Most of the time you will get them still warm! Melting in your mouth...delish!
57 locals recommend
Shipley Do-Nuts
3932 N Main StA Houston original. Most of the time you will get them still warm! Melting in your mouth...delish!
Award-winning local bakery "Best of Houston" many times. With several-times-a-day fresh-baked french bread called "bolillos" you will see why the locals have been lining up for years! Huge variety of Mexican pastry, house-made tortillas, cakes, & coffee. Grab a tray and tongs and help yourself!
35 locals recommend
El Bolillo
2517 Airline DrAward-winning local bakery "Best of Houston" many times. With several-times-a-day fresh-baked french bread called "bolillos" you will see why the locals have been lining up for years! Huge variety of Mexican pastry, house-made tortillas, cakes, & coffee. Grab a tray and tongs and help yourself!
Open since 1979, Spanish Flower is a local favorite for breakfast tacos, peanut butter pancakes, and is open 24-hours.
There are usually a couple of mariachi-style musicians who may come table to table during peak hours which makes it feel like a special occasion.
33 locals recommend
Spanish Flowers Mexican Restaurant
4701 N Main StOpen since 1979, Spanish Flower is a local favorite for breakfast tacos, peanut butter pancakes, and is open 24-hours.
There are usually a couple of mariachi-style musicians who may come table to table during peak hours which makes it feel like a special occasion.
My go-to, laid back spot for great coffee. I love the atmosphere and the snacks which usually include empanadas and vegetarian options.
76 locals recommend
Antidote
729 Studewood StMy go-to, laid back spot for great coffee. I love the atmosphere and the snacks which usually include empanadas and vegetarian options.
Gelazzi
3601 White Oak Dr40 flavors of house-made gelato and a great HOUSTON mural for photos.
Torchy's Tacos
2400 Times BlvdFun area on historic 19th Street. Great margaritas.
Just down the street. Walkable. Be warned, "spicy" IS spicy.
16 locals recommend
Asia Market Thai Restaurant
4822 Fulton StJust down the street. Walkable. Be warned, "spicy" IS spicy.
Everything Else
Lindale Park NB station
North & South bound Light Rail Stops
Cute historic strip of Houston Heights with a small town feel. Small restaurants, coffee shops, bars, shopping.
21 locals recommend
West 19th Street
West 19th StreetCute historic strip of Houston Heights with a small town feel. Small restaurants, coffee shops, bars, shopping.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great local vibe beer garden (indoor and outdoor spaces) with good food.
35 locals recommend
D & T Drive Inn
1307 Enid StGreat local vibe beer garden (indoor and outdoor spaces) with good food.
Town In City Brewing Company
1125 W Cavalcade Stlocal brewery...lots of fun
Johnny's Gold Brick
2518 Yale StGreat cocktails. Good prices. Friendly bartenders.
Getting Around
#79 Metro Bus Stop @ Irvington Blvd & Joyce
#26 Metro Bus Stop is available at intersection of Irvington & Cavalcade.
Irvington Blvd @ Joyce St station
#79 Metro Bus Stop @ Irvington Blvd & Joyce
#26 Metro Bus Stop is available at intersection of Irvington & Cavalcade.
Rent a bike at any b-cycle location and return to the same or any other location. 7 DAYS A WEEK - 365 DAYS A YEAR 6am - 11pm
https://houston.bcycle.com/
Houston BCycle - Leonel Castillo Community Center/South & Henry
2109 South StRent a bike at any b-cycle location and return to the same or any other location. 7 DAYS A WEEK - 365 DAYS A YEAR 6am - 11pm
https://houston.bcycle.com/
Essentials
Canino's has been Houston's farmers market since 1958. Until this year, family-owned, over 18 acres, and open daily 6am-8pm.
They are set to get a $10 million dollar makeover in the coming 18 months. Intended to transform a bustling web of vendors and wholesalers into a destination market and one stop shop.
Part of the plan to keep the classic charm includes keeping all of the current vendors and adding James Beard award winners and other new features as well. The market will stay open during renovations.
19 locals recommend
Canino PRODUCE closed jan.26th 2019
2520 Airline DrCanino's has been Houston's farmers market since 1958. Until this year, family-owned, over 18 acres, and open daily 6am-8pm.
They are set to get a $10 million dollar makeover in the coming 18 months. Intended to transform a bustling web of vendors and wholesalers into a destination market and one stop shop.
Part of the plan to keep the classic charm includes keeping all of the current vendors and adding James Beard award winners and other new features as well. The market will stay open during renovations.
Very clean self-service laundromat also has Wash & Fold service, laundry attendants, detergent for sale, Wi-Fi, & seating. Accept credit and debit cards.
9 locals recommend
Soap Suds Coin Laundry
4211 N Main StVery clean self-service laundromat also has Wash & Fold service, laundry attendants, detergent for sale, Wi-Fi, & seating. Accept credit and debit cards.
Sprouts Farmers Market
1212 Old Spanish TrailOrganic, upscale grocery.
CVS
917 Main StPharmacy & Convenience items
7am - 10pm
Fiesta Mart
4200 San Jacinto StBasic nearby grocery store.
Parks & Nature
Stude Park
2.2 mile jogging/ bike loop along While Oak Bayou
Discovery Green is an extraordinary public park. Over a million visitors come to its events annually and all events there are free and open to the public. Featuring ever-changing options such as movies, temporary art installations, concerts, yoga or Zumba on the lawn, a water playground, touring festivals, restaurants, kayaking, remote-controlled boats, a mini-public library, winter outdoor skating. There is a small cafe for burgers and beer as well as "the Grove" for a great view and upscale dining and drinks.
933 locals recommend
Discovery Green
1500 McKinney StDiscovery Green is an extraordinary public park. Over a million visitors come to its events annually and all events there are free and open to the public. Featuring ever-changing options such as movies, temporary art installations, concerts, yoga or Zumba on the lawn, a water playground, touring festivals, restaurants, kayaking, remote-controlled boats, a mini-public library, winter outdoor skating. There is a small cafe for burgers and beer as well as "the Grove" for a great view and upscale dining and drinks.
Arts & Culture
The museum and grounds are a peaceful oasis -- inside and out. Free admission.
Wed–Sun 11am–7pm
491 locals recommend
The Menil Collection
1533 Sul Ross StThe museum and grounds are a peaceful oasis -- inside and out. Free admission.
Wed–Sun 11am–7pm