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Houston,
TX
77056
713-961-1492 | | | | | Description: GALLERIA/UPTOWN. With its Jetsons-meets-the-Flintstones interior, only more chic and elegant, Américas has an otherworldly ambience that's as much theater as it is dining. The cuisine follows suit, effortlessly melding substance with spectacle. Dishes incorporate ingredients from a multitude of global destinations, and the resultant offerings include pan-roasted Gulf snapper, grilled venison, paella, and buffalo tenderloin. Excellent service is a treat, as is a decadent tres leches cake. Great cocktails too.
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| 2639 Revere St
Houston,
TX
77098
713-526-8080 | | | | | Description: RIVER OAKS. Named for Walter Berryhill, who made and hawked tamales locally during the early part of the century, this Houston-based chain capitalizes on his delicious recipes. The quaint restaurant is usually busy on weekends, but don't be put off by its numerous patrons. It's worth the wait! The signature tempura-fried fish taco is a menu favorite, and mouthwatering breakfast tacos get a flavor punch with pico de gallo, chorizo, and rice and beans. Weather permitting, you can also sit on the deck and people-watch with your breakfast.
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| 9705 Westheimer Rd
Houston,
TX
77042
713-527-8300 | | | | | Description: HOUSTON. Add a dose of spice to standard steakhouse dining at this gem, whose South American-influenced decor features lush greenery and tropical flowers. Try something out-of-the-ordinary, like South American-style ceviche with hearts of palm, black bean-stuffed empanadas, sliced roasted duck breast with green peppercorn sauce, and churrasco beef marinated in chimichurri sauce (olive oil, garlic, spices). Pork, chicken, and seafood can also be had.
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| 8250 Westheimer Rd
Houston,
TX
77063
713-978-6500 | | | | | Description: GALLERIA. Carnivores thrill to this fantastic restaurant, which serves skewer after skewer of roasted meat in an all-you-can-eat bonanza. Brazilian gauchos present steak, pork, chicken, lamb and sausages, all cuts expertly seasoned and exquisitely cooked. They're only the main feature, though, of a meal that includes a magnificent salad bar and side dishes that range from fried bananas to rice and beans. A rustic, upscale interior sets the scene for this decadent binge. Fixed price meals run approximately $30 for lunch and $45 for dinner. What a feast!
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| 6102 Bissonnet St
Houston,
TX
77081
713-541-4560 | | | | | Description: WEST UNIVERSITY. Bored with the same old breakfast options? Shake up your routine at this fantastic eatery, whose selection of central Mexican dishes is sure to provide culinary relief. The quaint place serves delicious breakfast tacos, fashioned of homemade tortillas and stuffed with chorizo, eggs, and potatoes. Classic huevos rancheros are also a treat, and even more unusual (to the uninitiated) offerings like tacos made with roasted beef head demand attention too. If you have any command of Spanish, it's a help; if not, you'll still be able to eat well, so don't worry. Fresh juices and smoothies are added perks.
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| 1600 Westheimer Rd
Houston,
TX
77006
713-524-7744 | | | | | Description: MONTROSE. Set in a lovely historic building, Hugo's serves regional Mexican cuisine that's a far cry from typical chips-and-salsa fare. Instead, you'll discover complex flavors and textures that'll definitely shake up your expectations of south-of-the-border cookery. Gorditas come stuffed with chicken, pork, and rabbit, while quesadillas feature everything from achiote-marinated pork to Swiss chard and potatoes. Other options: roasted goat, slow-cooked baby pig, grilled beef tenderloin, and bacon-wrapped shrimp. Incredible sauces and marinades really kick up the flavor. On Sundays, the brunch buffet lets you feast to the accompaniment of live music.
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| 8615 Katy Fwy
Houston,
TX
77024
713-461-1503 | | | | | Description: WEST HOUSTON. Constructed to mimic an age-old hacienda, gracious Las Alamedas has incorporated architectural elements from old churches and estates into its interior. It also features enormous windows that highlight views of Buffalo Bayou. The Mexican fare it offers is authentic and delicious, as proven by sauteed red snapper, coconut pan-fried shrimp, the house paella, and grilled beef tenderloin. The busy bar is a great gathering place, and Sunday's champagne brunch is a magnificent way to celebrate the weekend.
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| 2704 Navigation Blvd
Houston,
TX
77003
713-228-1175 | | | | | Description: HOUSTON. A Houston institution, Ninfa's is considered to be the birthplace of the fajita. In fact, Tex-Mex cuisine is the restaurant's claim to fame, and fajitas are the biggest-selling item. You can also delight in carnitas, enchiladas, carne asada, burritos, and a variety of chicken breast platters and combination plates. As you absorb the lively ambience and yummy food, don't forget to try out the ninfarita, Ninfa's rendition of the margarita, which comes in regular and large sizes or by the pitcher. Family-owned.
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| 5941 Bellaire Blvd
Houston,
TX
77081
713-662-8383 | | | | | Description: WEST HOUSTON. Within its unassuming environs, Pico's delights patrons with authentic regional Mexican cuisine, which it dubs "Mex-Mex" (in contrast to the less inventive "Tex-Mex"). You can, of course, order customary enchiladas and tacos, but why would you want to when fresh ceviches, achiote-marinated chicken, and red snapper Veracruz are available? Broiled steaks, chicken with Oaxacan black mole, and roasted, pork-stuffed poblano peppers with walnut sauce are also fantastic. Outdoor dining and terrific tequilas serve as added perks.
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