The Best Restaurants in Houston

Alright, so I’m a big restaurant nut. People are always asking me for my go-to spots in Houston, and I definitely have my favorites.

These are the places I go back to again and again, whether it’s for a specific dish, a great vibe, or a Tuesday night special.

Here’s a look at my personal list of must-visit restaurants in Houston.

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Theodore Rex

This is one of my favorite restaurants. It’s like a slice of Brooklyn here in Houston.

I lived in New York for a little bit, so it’s nice to have a little bit of that here.

The menu is always changing, so I feel like I get something different every single time, which keeps it exciting.

Find it here: Theodore Rex on Google Maps

I can tell you exactly what I order at Nancy’s Hustle. I always get the Nancy Cakes, and I always get the Parmesan Cheesecake.

If you’ve never had it, it’s like a savory dessert, but man, it’s freaking good. You have to try it.

Find it here: Nancy’s Hustle on Google Maps

For a great bar that also has really good food, it’s Better Luck Tomorrow.

It’s in a retrofitted gas station, so it has great vibes, great drinks, and a great bar program.

It’s a small menu, but it’s really good food—it’s not just like bar food.

Find it here: Better Luck Tomorrow on Google Maps

The spot I go to the absolute most is Squabble.

It’s kind of just like modern European. What’s great about this one is that Tuesdays are half-off martinis and half-off oysters.

It’s a great Tuesday spot—I pretty much go there every Tuesday.

Find it here: Squabble on Google Maps

For barbecue, I would definitely say Truth BBQ is the spot.

It’s off of Heights Boulevard and it’s one of the best in the city.

Find it here: Truth BBQ on Google Maps

For the best taco spot, honestly, it’s a place called Tacos Doña Lena. I mean, you can just tell it’s good.

There’s usually a long line, but it’s worth it.

Find it here: Tacos Doña Lena on Google Maps

These are the places that I keep going back to.

Here’s a quick rundown of my list:

I’m always looking for new spots to try, so I want to hear from you.

What are your favorite restaurants in Houston? Let me know by sending me a DM on my socials.