Best Restaurants in Houston, Texas

Mara Oakes
The stereotype of Houston cooking is southwestern style cooking, centered around beef. While Houston excels at the steaks and hamburgers which visitors expect, the city also offers a surprising variety of restaurants reflecting cooking influences from around the world. If you are visiting the city, you might be wondering where to eat in Houston, Texas? Here are my top picks for some of the best restaurants in Houston, Texas.

If you are looking for the types of food which Texas has made famous, you won't be disappointed by Pappas Brothers Steakhouse. It is located at 5839 Westheimer in Houston. This traditional style steakhouse serves lobsters, steaks and includes a lounge in the back.

Strip House is at 1200 McKinney Street in Houston. As you might have guessed, the Strip House specializes in tantalizing steaks. Elegantly furnished with beautiful cooking, this restaurant is an ideal venue for a special dinner.

The Palm has a lively atmosphere and serves a variety of seafood, steaks and salads. It has been in business since 1978 and has many loyal customers.

At 1962 West Gray Street in Houston is Tony Mandola's Gulf Coast Kitchen. It blends Cajun and Italian cooking to create menus which are always fresh and new.

Azuma Sushi and Robata Bar is at 5600 Kirby Drive in Houston. It's a brilliant place to find sushi or grilled Asian dishes.

Another great choice for Asian restaurants in Houston is Fung's Kitchen. It is located at 7320 Southwest Fwy in Houston.

Mark's American Cuisine is well-known in Houston for its gorgeous architecture. The restaurant is located in an artfully renovated 1920's church. The food is both beautifully presented and delicious.

Goode Co Barbecue is at 5109 Kirby Drive in Houston, Texas. This casual and affordable choice is famous for its barbecue dishes and pecan pie.

Another affordable option is Harry's Restaurant which always seems to be filled with customers - a sign that the food is good! You can find a great deal here on down-home style cooking. Harry's Restaurant is located at 318 Tuam in Houston, Texas.

La Griglia is a top pick among Italian restaurants in Houston, Texas. It is located at 2002 West Gray Street in Houston.

Finally, a few tips will help you to find the best restaurants in Houston, Texas to suit your tastes. Visit the websites for the restaurants above to find out more about menus, locations and prices. Also, make sure to book ahead if required. After all the best restaurants in Houston are popular so a reservation is the best way to avoid disappointment.

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