Houston Hotspots

This is a foodie's paradise and perfect for friends who can't agree on where to eat. 😂 🎉 GRAND OPENING DETAILS 🎉 📅 February 15-16 from 12pm-10pm 🎁 Enjoy 50% off the each restaurant's ENTIRE menu! 🎈 The first 100 guests at each restaurant will receive: a free slider from Bunslut, a free slider from Main Bird, or free tacos from Dripped Birria 🎟️ They will be giving away TVs, AirPods, Gift Cards, and more! 👇 We sampled a bit of everything from each spot, here's what we recommend! 👇 🍔 @BunSlut: A double smashburger with ALL the fixins (An egg, jalapeno, & bacon) 🌶️ @Main Bird Hot Chicken: The dirty mac and tenders (xtra hot)! We loooved the creamy mac and cheese and waffle fries that came in the dirty mac—basically a hack to indulge in the sides! 🌮 @Dripped Birria: The quesabirria tacos— it's their specialty for a reason!

If you're in need of a place that brings the WOW factor, you've got to check out @El Nayarita Mexican Seafood! We went all in with the Seafood Paradise, Charola Trompito, and Crawfish Family Platter— they all came with a massive amount of food that tasted as amazing as it looked! 🦪 El Nayarita is perfect for big groups, with plenty of space and great drinks to pair. 🍹 But if you're dining for one, don't worry, they've got delicious single serve options as well! We recommend the Salmon Nayarita style, Pina Rellena (cheese stuffed pinapple), and Cola de Langosta (stuffed lobster tails)! 🦞 🎶 They also have Karaoke nights every Weekend (Thu-Sat starting at 8pm and Sun starting at 6pm)! 💃 Thursdays is ladies' night! Free margaritas with a meal purchase starting at 8pm! #mexicanfood #seafood #houstonfood #htx #houston #houstontexas #houstonfoodie

$2 TENDER THURSDAYS?!? 🤯🤯🤯Their chicken comes in 7 different heat levels (we found spark to be juuust right) and in many forms including sandwiches, tenders, loaded bowls, and tacos! 🍔 And don't miss out on their sides like the gooey mac and cheese, cheese curds, wedges, or their unique lemonades. #hotchicken #houstonfood #htx #houston

NEW BRUNCH MENU AT TOP HOUSTON BIRRIA JOINT 🍳 @Tj Birria y mas has been serving up some of the best birria in town since 2020, and now their Heights location is bringing that same magic to brunch! They’ve extended their hours, and the new menu includes chilaquiles, tacos, tortas, and even chicken & waffles! 🧇🍗 And what’s brunch without drinks? Sip on $2.99 bottomless coffee or their flavorful café de olla. ☕️ Oh, and for a limited time, they’re serving up COMPLIMENTARY mimosas! 🥂 #mexicanfood #birria #houstontexas #htx #houstonfood

AUTHENTIC VIETNAMESE-STYLE STEAK AND EGGS IN RICHMOND 🍳 @Pho Bo To & Bo Ne is a family-owned and operated Vietnamese restaurant that NEEDS to be in your rotation of restaurants if you’re in the Richmond area, especially if you love Bò Né (Vietnamese sizzling steak & eggs) like we do! 🍲 They specialize in Bò Né but also has great Phở, Cơm Thịt Nướng (grilled pork & rice plate) 🍚, and Bánh Bột Chiên (fried rice cake and egg)—you can't go wrong! They even have Viet-Cajun crawfish 🦞 available while it's in season! And if you're looking for something new to try, we highly recommend pairing your meal with Sữa Đậu Nành Lá Dứa (pandan soy milk)! 🥛 📌 SAVE THIS AND TAG A STEAK AND EGGS FAN! #vietnamesefood #richmondtx #houstontexas #htx #houstonfood

FIRST TIJUANA-STYLE TACOS IN HOUSTON 🌮🔥 If you’re on the hunt for bold, juicy tacos with handmade tortillas, you need to hit up @tacos.frontera! With two locations (their newest location in Katy) and lines that speak for themselves, this spot has quickly become a go-to for Houstonians—and for good reason! They’re known for their Tijuana-style tacos, with their handmade tortillas, carne asada, fresh salsa, fresh guacamole, onions, and cilantro, but the menu goes way beyond that. You can also get mulitas, vampiros, tortas, quesadillas, and burritos, with new menu items coming soon! We especially loved the carne asada—it was tender, flavorful, and grilled to perfection. 👌 Plus, you can wash it all down with one of their refreshing agua frescas, margaritas, micheladas, or beers. 🍹 📍: Tacos Frontera (4805 Hwy 6 N & 1230 N Mason Rd) #tacos #mexicanfood #houstontexas #htx #houstonfood

@Velocity | Sim Racing Lounge is the hottest new motorsports and simulation racing destination in Texas! It's the first of its kind with a full full bar, kitchen, and lounge, and it's located right in Houston's Sawyer Yards! Velocity's full motion racing simulators are fun and exciting - they even drift, slide, and move with you! It’s so realistic that after you “crash,” your car might end up misaligned or with a cracked windshield. 😂 🚦 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: 🏅 Custom-built machines designed by former racers for an authentic experience 🎧 Race against friends in real-time with connected headsets ⛽️ Elevated bites + a full bar with racing themed cocktails 🔧 "Pit Crew" coaches to help you master the track 🏎️ Simulate everything from GT race cars to F1 and luxury dream cars ✨ Lounge area with seating + TVs for watch parties and hangouts ⏱️ Every lap is tracked so you can compete on the leaderboard 🚩 SOFT & GRAND OPENING DETAILS 🚩 📅 Soft Opening: Feb 20-22, 27-28 (2 PM - 11 PM, walk-ins only) 📅 Grand Opening: March 1 (10 AM, with a watch party, live DJ, festivities & giveaways) 🤘 P.S. We hear they’re working on adding a map of the 610 loop soon - they will be the only place in the US with its own city driving experience! 🚗💨 #racingsimulator #racecar #thingstodoinhouston #htx #houstontexas

MUST-TRY CHINESE-PUERTO RICAN FUSION IN HOUSTON 🇨🇳🇵🇷 We have been going to Michy’s since it first opened in 2021, and for good reason! This family-owned Chino Boricua restaurant serves generous portions of food they make from scratch daily. We especially love their Carne Frita and garlicky Tostones! 😋 The story behind Michy’s is just as special as their food. It all began in Puerto Rico, where the owner’s family opened a restaurant after moving from China. ✈️ Over 20 years, they mastered the fusion of Chinese and Puerto Rican cuisines, and luckily for us, they’ve brought their delicious creations to Houston! Oh, and they now have a second location in Katy that's even more spacious! #puertoricanfood #chinesefood #houstontexas #htx #katytx

HIDDEN STEAKHOUSE INSIDE A MOVIE THEATER 🎥🥩 Did you know that behind the doors of what looks like a movie theater is actually an elevated steakhouse—@Juliet 🌹?! The ambiance is top-tier, the steak is perfectly cooked, and the live music is the cherry on top! They’re open every day, but we highly recommend visiting on Wednesday or Thursday for their special dinner experiences. Here’s what you need to know: 🍿 WEDNESDAY STEAK NIGHTS 🍿 ✨ $39.95 per person 🥩 Includes: choice of soup or salad, 6oz filet mignon, broccolini, and whipped potatoes 🍷 Optional wine pairings (additional cost) 🍿 THURSDAY LIVE MUSIC 🍿 ✨ $49.95 per person 🎷 Live saxophone player! 🍴 3-course prix fixe meal 🎂 Let them know if it's your birthday! You'll get a song played at your table & a special menu P.S. Don't skip out on dessert, their new S'mores dessert is chef’s kiss! 😘🤌 #steakhouse #houstontexas #htx #houstonfood #houstonfoodie

We finally made it to the most adorable, Insta-worthy matcha shop, and @matchamia needs to be on your radar—especially for Valentine’s or Galentine’s Day! 💕 They serve Japanese, ceremonial-grade matcha with unique flavors like guava, banana, and strawberry horchata. 🍓 Plus, their menu includes sandwiches, crepes, waffles, cookies, smoothies, and even froyo! And if you’re looking for a fun event, they’re bringing back their House Music & Matcha Party on February 16 at 12 PM—since the last one was such a blast! Grab your pals and get ready to sip, dance, and vibe. 💃✨ #matcha #matchatok #houstontexas #htx

HUGE VINTAGE MARKET BACK IN SUGAR LAND 🩳🥾 Fashion lovers, deal seekers, and vintage enthusiasts, it's that time of the year again! @thriller.tx is back for another FREE vintage market on 📅 Sunday, February 16, from 11am to 5pm. LOOK FORWARD TO: 👚 75+ Vendors with sneakers, streetwear, accessories, and all things vintage! 🤑 $20 Fill-A-Bag Sale at the Thriller booth (bags provided by market) 🎟️ Free Entry 🅿️ FREE parking 🎶 Live DJ #sugarland #sugarlandtx #houstonevents #thingstodoinhouston #houstontx

HOUSTON‘S MICHELIN STAR BBQ JOINT⭐️ We're slowly but surely making our way through the Michelin guide! This stop, Texas BBQ from @Corkscrew BBQ. And we’ve got to say, their food is well worth the wait! The brisket is melt-in-your-mouth tender, the ribs were glazed to perfection and the sides perfectly balanced their smoky co-stars. 🍖 We tried a bit of everything, and you really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu—they’ve truly perfected their craft here. If we had to pick our favorites, it would have to be the brisket, ribs, and potato salad! Expect a wait coming here— up to 60 min on a weekday and sometimes, up to 3 hours on a Saturday... But trust us, once you bite into your food, it’ll all be worth it. 🤤 The owners are there daily making sure Corkscrew BBQ is in tip-top shape & operating the same way since the joint opened in 2015. 🥇 #bbq #texasbbq #michelinstar #michelin #houstontexas #htx #texas

5 MUST-DO'S AT THE HOUSTON RODEO 🐴 At this point, we’d call ourselves Rodeo pros—so here’s our go-to list of must-do experiences! 🤠 1️⃣ TRY THE VIRAL COTTON CANDY BACON ON A STICK // Rousso’s Concessions has done it again and won best new flavor with this crowd-stopper! It's the perfect mix of sweet & savory. There's a reason why this exciting new item broke the internet at the 2024 Texas State Fair! It's seriously worth all of the hype! 🥓 You can also try this family-owned business' other award-winning food like the Bacon Jammy Jam Wagyu Sliders and Bourbon Bacon Cheesecake, all at the Rousso's Fat Bacon & Cajun Cowboy stands! 2️⃣ MUTTON BUSTIN' & PIG RACES // The cutest (and most competitive) events, where little cowboys and cowgirls try their hand at sheep riding 🐑 and little pigs race to the finish line! 🐖 3️⃣ PETTING ZOO // Get up close to pet and feed furry friends including goats, deer, a cow, and even a baby kangaroo! 🐄🦌🐐 4️⃣ HOP ON THE SKYRIDE // The best way to take in the Rodeo skyline! 🌅 We recommend riding at sunset or after dark when the carnival lights are glowing. Bonus: it’s the perfect break for tired feet. 5️⃣ CHAMPION WINE GARDEN // This is the place to be especially after the sun goes down! Wind down with a glass (or bottle). Plus enjoy live music or try your hand at two-stepping! 🍷 #rodeo #rodeohouston #houstonrodeo #houston #htx #houstontexas #texascheck

You have to try the Kafeina Latte with white chocolate and pistachio! It might just alter your brain chemistry like it did for us! ☕️ #coffee #coffeeshop #springtx #houstontx #houstoncoffeeshop

LOCAL, FAMILY-OWNED BURGER SPOT YOU NEED TO TRY! 🍔 We wish we had discovered @omyburgerhtx sooner! This underrated burger joint is run by a dedicated brother-and-sister duo who have been serving up delicious food for about a year now, and their glowing reviews (4.9 on Google) speak for themselves. After chatting with the owners and seeing their passion for their restaurant, we encourage you to visit and support this local business. 💕 Their menu features classic burgers and unique options like Pineapple Teriyaki, the new French Onion Burger, and BBQ Chicken Salad. The ingredients are fresh and high-quality, the kitchen is spotless, and the burgers are juicy and flavorful. We highly recommend the Mushroom Cheeseburger 🍄🧀 and the Chicken Club! ‼️ SHOW THIS POST DURING YOUR NEXT VISIT TO GET 10% OFF! #burgers #momandpopshop #missouricitytx #houston #htx

HOUSTON'S OLDEST RESTAURANT (108 YEARS OLD) 🛳️ An oldie but a goodie. ✨ Meet Christie’s, Houston's oldest restaurant! This woman-owned gem has been in the family for three generations, since 1917 and history is on their walls— literally! 📜 Their claim to fame? Christie’s Fried Fish Sandwich (po-boy) and Famous Fried Shrimp 🍤which are peeled, de-veined, and breaded by hand. The same TLC goes into every dish which has kept people coming back for 108 years and counting! Seafood is their bread and butter but their menu contains Greek influence due to the family's roots— the Greek Salad with Blackened Shrimp is a must and we hear their Tarama (whipped Greek Caviar) is a Greek-Houstonian staple! 🥗 Top it all off with a Mastiha Picante (a one-of-a-kind Greek & Southern fusion cocktail), and you’re golden! #seafood #houstonfoodie #houstontexas #htx #houstonfood

MASSIVE 100+ VENDOR SPRING MARKET IN HOUSTON 💐 @Vibe Artisan Markets is back in Houston for the Spring! Shop 100+ talented artisans, vibe to a live DJ, sip on cocktails, snag a coffee and score some freebies. ✨ Plan to go early, the first 25 attendees in line (both days) get a FREE swag bag of artisan goodies! What to expect during this two-day artisan shopping experience: 📅 April 5 & 6 from 11am-5pm 📍 @posthtx indoors, on the 2nd floor 🎟️ FREE admission & family-friendly 🛍 Shop 110 local artists selling their finest ceramics, fine art, leather, and glass goods 🎶 Live DJ on-site 🫘 Espresso bar by Snobs Coffee 🖼 Art gallery 🍽 18+ restaurant concepts on-site 💧 Free drinks from Dripping Springs Vodka, Vitamin Water & Topo Chico 📸 Photobooth on-site #houstontexas #htx #thingstodoinhouston #houstonevents #houstonmarket

WORLD'S FASTEST COFFEE DRIVE-THRU OPEN NOW 🚗💨 Running late but need your coffee fix? Meet @RoadRunners, located between Jersey Village and Cypress! They guarantee your drink in under a minute—or it’s FREE! ☕️ Started by three friends who value fast service, top-notch quality and a fun, friendly work environment, this is their first shop, and they’re serious about both speed and quality. Their menu is simple but solid, featuring 10 coffee and matcha lattes, energy drinks, and shakes. Plus they make syrups and oat milk in-house, gelato milkshakes, use ceremonial-grade matcha, and zero artificial dyes! Here’s how it works: Once you pay, a small hourglass timer is placed on your window, and the countdown begins! ⏳ ⏰ P.S. Orders with 3 or fewer drinks get a 60-second timer, while 4-6 drinks get 90 seconds! #coffee #drivethru #houstontexas #htx

If you're looking to try authentic Lebanese flavors in Houston, you've got to check out @WereDoughBakery! They whip up a variety of freshly made breads—like Manoush (flatbread), Sajj (super thin bread), and Kaak (the sesame street bread we all love). Everything’s made in-house and fresh to order, so you know it's delicious! Our favorites were the Fluffy Kaak with cheese, Half Cheese/Half Zaatar Manoush, Falafel, and Hummus Bi Awerma! If you're hanging out with a group, their 24-inch Texas-sized Manoush is perfect for sharing. And if you're into breakfast, you have to try their Shakshuka (poached eggs in tomato) or Fakhar (eggs baked in a clay pot)! P.S. They're 100% halal! ✨ #halal #lebanesefood #shakshuka #kaak #houstontexas #htx #houston #houstonrestaurants #houstonbakery

$3.99/LB CRAWFISH 3/17-3/31 + NEW VIET CAJUN RESTAURANT GRAND OPENING 🦞 It's our favorite season of the year, CRAWFISH SEASON! Seazone Cajun Express is ringing in the season and celebrating its grand opening with 30% off, dragon dancing, and $3.99/lb crawfish— an absolute steal! 🤯 They’re a brand new Viet-Cajun spot with classic & new flavors like garlic butter and citrus heat. 🌶️🍊 A piece of advice, don't sleep on the non-boil items. We especially liked the smothered turkey neck soup, fries, and Japanese oysters. 🦪 🎉 GRAND OPENING DETAILS 🎉 📅 Grand Opening Day is March 15, from 12pm-11pm 🐲 Dragon dance show March 15 at 4pm 🎁 Enjoy 30% on March 15 & 16 🦞 3.99/lb Crawfish is available from March 17 to March 31 #crawfish #seafood #seafoodboil #houstontexas #htx #houstonrestaurants