Heights Like A Local & Beyond
Favorite Heights Grub & Libations
Our local faves, all within walking/biking distance of the studio apartment
My absolute favorite place for dinner within a 7 mile radius from our home (and that's saying a lot considering we live a 6 min walk away from it). Amazing drinks, heavenly food, stellar service, and delightful atmosphere.
Their French cheeseburger is the best burger we've ever had the pleasure of eating (insider tip: burger is half-off after 9pm, if you sit at the bar), but honestly anything on their menu is bound to blow your taste buds away.
Book a table and go have some delicious fun!
26 locals recommend
Squable
632 W 19th StMy absolute favorite place for dinner within a 7 mile radius from our home (and that's saying a lot considering we live a 6 min walk away from it). Amazing drinks, heavenly food, stellar service, and delightful atmosphere.
Their French cheeseburger is the best burger we've ever had the pleasure of eating (insider tip: burger is half-off after 9pm, if you sit at the bar), but honestly anything on their menu is bound to blow your taste buds away.
Book a table and go have some delicious fun!
Quirky, cool, and delicious-- La Lucha also makes the top-5 list of our most favorite places to grub. Order some bubbly and oysters, crispy shrimp tacos, and some of their amazing half-fried chicken an you'll be on your way to Houstonian foodie heaven.
23 locals recommend
La Lucha
1801 N Shepherd DrQuirky, cool, and delicious-- La Lucha also makes the top-5 list of our most favorite places to grub. Order some bubbly and oysters, crispy shrimp tacos, and some of their amazing half-fried chicken an you'll be on your way to Houstonian foodie heaven.
From food truck to brick 'n mortar, this casual eatery serves spectacular waffles and fried chicken.
'Nuff said.
18 locals recommend
The Waffle Bus
1835 N Shepherd DrFrom food truck to brick 'n mortar, this casual eatery serves spectacular waffles and fried chicken.
'Nuff said.
We love us some Nashville hot chicken at the Vergiels Casa and Mico's serves some of the best you'll find in the entire city. Be warned though, they do *not* play around with their spice levels-- if you're uninitiated in the dark arts of hot chicken-eating, maybe don't go straight for the "most spicy" :P
26 locals recommend
Mico's Hot Chicken
1603 North Durham DriveWe love us some Nashville hot chicken at the Vergiels Casa and Mico's serves some of the best you'll find in the entire city. Be warned though, they do *not* play around with their spice levels-- if you're uninitiated in the dark arts of hot chicken-eating, maybe don't go straight for the "most spicy" :P
Very cool neighborhood bar (and a definite Hang-like-a-local spot). Cocktails, craft beers, outdoor seating, and a good time!
34 locals recommend
Johnny's Gold Brick
2518 Yale StVery cool neighborhood bar (and a definite Hang-like-a-local spot). Cocktails, craft beers, outdoor seating, and a good time!
Creative cocktails and elevated comfort food-- book a table for brunch and indulge with a mouthwatering spaghetti sammie!
Great spot for outdoor drinking, too.
50 locals recommend
Better Luck Tomorrow
544 Yale StCreative cocktails and elevated comfort food-- book a table for brunch and indulge with a mouthwatering spaghetti sammie!
Great spot for outdoor drinking, too.
Great sangria, even better tacos -- order a Democrat and a Republican and don't forget to make them "extra trashy"
170 locals recommend
Torchy's Tacos
2400 Times BlvdGreat sangria, even better tacos -- order a Democrat and a Republican and don't forget to make them "extra trashy"
Order at the counter or through their drive through-- yummy and Texas-sized, their burritos and tacos are a must-try. My personal fave is the Taco Supreme with pastor meat. Oh, and delish frozen margs. Oh yea, and this a 6 min walk from the studio!
The Taco Stand
2018 North Shepherd DriveOrder at the counter or through their drive through-- yummy and Texas-sized, their burritos and tacos are a must-try. My personal fave is the Taco Supreme with pastor meat. Oh, and delish frozen margs. Oh yea, and this a 6 min walk from the studio!
Fun, casual brewery great for watching a game or just hanging out with an ice cold locally crafted beer -- order a Bunny Squirt and let your taste buds party.
30 locals recommend
Eureka Heights Brew Co.
941 W 18th StFun, casual brewery great for watching a game or just hanging out with an ice cold locally crafted beer -- order a Bunny Squirt and let your taste buds party.
Great local beer garden with outdoor/indoor seating, 96+ beers on tap, and pub grub!
52 locals recommend
Heights Bier Garten
1433 N Shepherd DrGreat local beer garden with outdoor/indoor seating, 96+ beers on tap, and pub grub!
Neighborhood bistro offering in-house baked goods and other delicious concoctions. Also located by one of our bike/walking trails.
Anything off their menu is bound to delight!
26 locals recommend
Common Bond Bistro & Bakery
449 W 19th StNeighborhood bistro offering in-house baked goods and other delicious concoctions. Also located by one of our bike/walking trails.
Anything off their menu is bound to delight!
A small-batch specialty roasters offering great coffee and a casual space to hang
130 locals recommend
Boomtown Coffee
242 W 19th StA small-batch specialty roasters offering great coffee and a casual space to hang
Mouthwatering Indian food in a casual, yet attractive setting. Basically a stone's throw from our home.
25 locals recommend
Tarka Indian Kitchen
721 W 19th StMouthwatering Indian food in a casual, yet attractive setting. Basically a stone's throw from our home.
This is where you'll typically find us any Friday night with good weather -- a 5 min walk from our home it has a fantastic outdoor seating area, cold drinks, and solid pub food.
What more can ya ask for?
76 locals recommend
Cedar Creek Cafe Bar & Grill
1034 W 20th StThis is where you'll typically find us any Friday night with good weather -- a 5 min walk from our home it has a fantastic outdoor seating area, cold drinks, and solid pub food.
What more can ya ask for?
A motorcycle shop turned coffee shop -- no-frills spot to hang, have a coffee, eat a taco, and look at some cool vintage motorcycle stuff.
Hidden gem for sure!
Wolfsmiths Heights
636 W 26th StA motorcycle shop turned coffee shop -- no-frills spot to hang, have a coffee, eat a taco, and look at some cool vintage motorcycle stuff.
Hidden gem for sure!
Breakfast all day 'til 2:30pm-- the pancake flight is incredible, but then again so are their 6 different varieties of benedict eggs. Brunch cocktails are also just what the doctor ordered.
Make sure to go early to put your name down on the queue-- this place is a local fave and the wait to get in ain't no joke (totally worth it though!)
179 locals recommend
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
3217 Montrose BlvdBreakfast all day 'til 2:30pm-- the pancake flight is incredible, but then again so are their 6 different varieties of benedict eggs. Brunch cocktails are also just what the doctor ordered.
Make sure to go early to put your name down on the queue-- this place is a local fave and the wait to get in ain't no joke (totally worth it though!)
If you like Thai food, stop what you are doing right now and go eat there. I'm serious. Stop reading.
Why are you still here?? Go eat some heavenly, absolutely authentic Thai food!
GO!
22 locals recommend
Street Food Thai Market
1010 West Cavalcade StreetIf you like Thai food, stop what you are doing right now and go eat there. I'm serious. Stop reading.
Why are you still here?? Go eat some heavenly, absolutely authentic Thai food!
GO!
Cozy eatery serving up a contemporary spin on bistro staples. Also great wines and cocktails.
13 locals recommend
Alice Blue
250 W 19th StCozy eatery serving up a contemporary spin on bistro staples. Also great wines and cocktails.
Contemporary counter-service sushi house with fantastic cocktails, sake, and Japanese beer.
15 locals recommend
Hando
518 West 11th StreetContemporary counter-service sushi house with fantastic cocktails, sake, and Japanese beer.
American diner open 24/7 365 days a year. Wow! Go enjoy some homey flavors (or breakfast at 2am!)
8 locals recommend
Katz in the Heights
2200 N Shepherd DrAmerican diner open 24/7 365 days a year. Wow! Go enjoy some homey flavors (or breakfast at 2am!)
Hip icehouse serving rare bourbons, craft beer & margaritas, & tacos from a food truck. 'Nother Heights staple
93 locals recommend
Eight Row Flint
1039 Yale StHip icehouse serving rare bourbons, craft beer & margaritas, & tacos from a food truck. 'Nother Heights staple
Upscale (though also extremely cozy) eatery serving Southern fare and cocktails
32 locals recommend
Field & Tides
705 E 11th StUpscale (though also extremely cozy) eatery serving Southern fare and cocktails
Can't come to Houston and not eat some crawfish -- this simple yet inviting eatery offers great mud bugs, but even if crawfish ain't your jam, they also offer other fresh shellfish.
Their beignets are a must try, too!
14 locals recommend
Crawfish Cafe
1026 North Shepherd DriveCan't come to Houston and not eat some crawfish -- this simple yet inviting eatery offers great mud bugs, but even if crawfish ain't your jam, they also offer other fresh shellfish.
Their beignets are a must try, too!
Modern-chic eatery specializing in Italian favorites -- their special is the bruschetta (they have a whole side of their menu dedicated to it)
53 locals recommend
Postino Heights
642 Yale StModern-chic eatery specializing in Italian favorites -- their special is the bruschetta (they have a whole side of their menu dedicated to it)
I don't know what's better -- the fact that this place is literally a 2 minute walk from the door of the studio apartment or that their birria tacos are some of the most amazing you'll have outside of Mexico.
Ps. My fave here are actually the street tacos (with yes, you guessed it— pastor meat!)
TJ Birria y Mas
2025 North Durham DriveI don't know what's better -- the fact that this place is literally a 2 minute walk from the door of the studio apartment or that their birria tacos are some of the most amazing you'll have outside of Mexico.
Ps. My fave here are actually the street tacos (with yes, you guessed it— pastor meat!)
Casual outdoor/indoor pub & grill with a full bar and American eats
96 locals recommend
Onion Creek Coffee House, Bar and Lounge
3106 White Oak DrCasual outdoor/indoor pub & grill with a full bar and American eats
Chic cocktail bar -- their craft drinks are the talk of the town right now.
8 locals recommend
Permission
2920 White Oak DriveChic cocktail bar -- their craft drinks are the talk of the town right now.
A little further out (about 2 miles from our place) -- this is one eclectic, cool space for cocktails and inventive bar foods.
19 locals recommend
Monkey's Tail
5802 Fulton StA little further out (about 2 miles from our place) -- this is one eclectic, cool space for cocktails and inventive bar foods.
The. Best. Devilled. Eggs. On. The. Planet.
Oh and yeah, their BBQ is good enough to bring you back from the dead...
9 locals recommend
Killen’s
101 Heights BoulevardThe. Best. Devilled. Eggs. On. The. Planet.
Oh and yeah, their BBQ is good enough to bring you back from the dead...
Now here’s my hubby’s favorite coffee (and one of mine, for sure)— their caffeinated concoctions are top notch, the staff is lovely, and they have a variety of light Middle Eastern & American fare that is oh so yummy. They also offer a selection of wines and are open late so it’s a cool spot for casual hangouts at any time of day
Roast & Brew
931 W 19th StNow here’s my hubby’s favorite coffee (and one of mine, for sure)— their caffeinated concoctions are top notch, the staff is lovely, and they have a variety of light Middle Eastern & American fare that is oh so yummy. They also offer a selection of wines and are open late so it’s a cool spot for casual hangouts at any time of day
Small, low-key place featuring creative juice blends, smoothies & acai bowls, plus cold-brew coffee. Their cashew milk shake is my absolute favorite! And oh my stars, please try their PB chocolate protein bars!!! They’re unfairly delicious :D
Revolucion Coffee + Juice
1231 W 11th StSmall, low-key place featuring creative juice blends, smoothies & acai bowls, plus cold-brew coffee. Their cashew milk shake is my absolute favorite! And oh my stars, please try their PB chocolate protein bars!!! They’re unfairly delicious :D
Dish Society is counter service for breakfast, lunch, and brunch, and full service for supper and social hour— great cocktails too!
89 locals recommend
Dish Society
1050 Yale StDish Society is counter service for breakfast, lunch, and brunch, and full service for supper and social hour— great cocktails too!
Opening its doors in 1970 on Richmond Avenue, the Kolache Shoppe began a legacy of serving delicious kolaches in what was then the suburbs of Houston— now we have them just around the corner in The Heights, serving deliciously authentic Czech kolaches and other scrumptious treats and drinks
18 locals recommend
Kolache Shoppe
1031 Heights BlvdOpening its doors in 1970 on Richmond Avenue, the Kolache Shoppe began a legacy of serving delicious kolaches in what was then the suburbs of Houston— now we have them just around the corner in The Heights, serving deliciously authentic Czech kolaches and other scrumptious treats and drinks
An 8 min walk from the studio— great drinks, chill vibe, expansive backyard. Go check it out!
11 locals recommend
Wicklow Heights
1027 W 19th StAn 8 min walk from the studio— great drinks, chill vibe, expansive backyard. Go check it out!
Kin Dee is another must try of the neighborhood— Tuesday night is Thai Night and they have traditional Thai dancers gracing the floor all while you grub on some of the best Thai food inside the Houston loop.
8 locals recommend
Kin Dee
1533 N Shepherd DrKin Dee is another must try of the neighborhood— Tuesday night is Thai Night and they have traditional Thai dancers gracing the floor all while you grub on some of the best Thai food inside the Houston loop.
**Hidden gem Alert** this quirky speak easy serves amazing craft cocktails and a cool-cat music scene— catch some jazz tunes while you sip on an old fashioned
7 locals recommend
The Ready Room
2626 White Oak Dr**Hidden gem Alert** this quirky speak easy serves amazing craft cocktails and a cool-cat music scene— catch some jazz tunes while you sip on an old fashioned
A new spot offering delectable Mexican-American food and drinks — their patio is a perfect spot for enjoying some sun and margs
Chivos
222 West 11th StreetA new spot offering delectable Mexican-American food and drinks — their patio is a perfect spot for enjoying some sun and margs
Incredible atmosphere even better food and drinks— we particularly love their hand-made pastas and Latin-influenced dishes!
Ps. Their chorizo carbonara is to die for
6 locals recommend
Mastrantos
927 Studewood StIncredible atmosphere even better food and drinks— we particularly love their hand-made pastas and Latin-influenced dishes!
Ps. Their chorizo carbonara is to die for
One of The Heights best kept secrets — Lei Low makes your tiki bar dreams come true and then some. The atmosphere is out of this world fantastic and their drinks are essentially the nectar of the rum gods. Need we say more?
63 locals recommend
Lei Low Bar
6412 N Main StOne of The Heights best kept secrets — Lei Low makes your tiki bar dreams come true and then some. The atmosphere is out of this world fantastic and their drinks are essentially the nectar of the rum gods. Need we say more?
This place was made for those of us who’s love language is pasta + romantic candle light.
13 locals recommend
Trattoria Sofia
911 West 11th StreetThis place was made for those of us who’s love language is pasta + romantic candle light.
We love walking over here anytime we need to get our Cajun-Creole fix. Catch a game or some live music whilst drinking an authentic Hurricane
15 locals recommend
The Boot
1206 W 20th StWe love walking over here anytime we need to get our Cajun-Creole fix. Catch a game or some live music whilst drinking an authentic Hurricane
M-K-T is a trail-oriented mixed-use project built in one of Houston's most coveted neighborhoods, The Heights. With a growing list of Houston's best in retail, dining, entertainment, and a vast array of desirable Houston mainstays, whatever your schedule and whatever your style, M-K-T provides the convenience of being a one-stop destinatio
19 locals recommend
M-K-T
600 N Shepherd DrM-K-T is a trail-oriented mixed-use project built in one of Houston's most coveted neighborhoods, The Heights. With a growing list of Houston's best in retail, dining, entertainment, and a vast array of desirable Houston mainstays, whatever your schedule and whatever your style, M-K-T provides the convenience of being a one-stop destinatio
Loro is an Asian smokehouse and bar brought to you by James Beard Award winners, Chef Tyson Cole of Uchi and Aaron Franklin of Franklin Barbecue 🤩 the food and environment are outstanding— the smoked salmon and the cabbage salad are my fave but anything on the menu is 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
16 locals recommend
Loro
1001 West 11th StreetLoro is an Asian smokehouse and bar brought to you by James Beard Award winners, Chef Tyson Cole of Uchi and Aaron Franklin of Franklin Barbecue 🤩 the food and environment are outstanding— the smoked salmon and the cabbage salad are my fave but anything on the menu is 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻
Vibrant spot for coffee, baked goods, and cocktails — CBD infused *anything* can be available upon request :) plus an awesome cbd dispensary just on the other side of the space. 100% recommend
Wild | Coffee | Bar | Dispensary
2121 North Shepherd DriveVibrant spot for coffee, baked goods, and cocktails — CBD infused *anything* can be available upon request :) plus an awesome cbd dispensary just on the other side of the space. 100% recommend
burgers, hot dogs, milkshakes, cocktails and a smooth 6 min walk from the studio! Don’t miss their off-the menu specials— they change every month and are worth the try
21 locals recommend
The Burger Joint Heights
2002 N Shepherd Drburgers, hot dogs, milkshakes, cocktails and a smooth 6 min walk from the studio! Don’t miss their off-the menu specials— they change every month and are worth the try
Welcome to dive bar heaven! We absolutely love this unassuming, hole-in-the-wall, grungy hidden gem. Solid drinks (the cheapest around, btw) and a vibe you’ll not soon forget. Also walking distance from the studio!
11 locals recommend
Big Star Bar
1005 W 19th StWelcome to dive bar heaven! We absolutely love this unassuming, hole-in-the-wall, grungy hidden gem. Solid drinks (the cheapest around, btw) and a vibe you’ll not soon forget. Also walking distance from the studio!
Family owned, Houston original, mouth watering cookies— once you try them you’ll never be the same. Give the banana crème brûlée cookie a try and thank us later.
Pudgy’s Fine Cookies
1010 North Shepherd DriveFamily owned, Houston original, mouth watering cookies— once you try them you’ll never be the same. Give the banana crème brûlée cookie a try and thank us later.
Tenfold Coffee Company
101 Aurora StSpecialty coffee shop, roaster, and educator 🧡
My favorite breakfast in all of The Heights— love their diner vibes and the food is not only incredible but they’re served in super generous portions (and for a great price!)
41 locals recommend
Lola
1102 Yale StMy favorite breakfast in all of The Heights— love their diner vibes and the food is not only incredible but they’re served in super generous portions (and for a great price!)
Cool and casual spot to get your Açaí bowl, smoothies, and beyond— my favorite thing to eat here is The Larry with a Gnarly on the side 🤭
Mamaka
Cool and casual spot to get your Açaí bowl, smoothies, and beyond— my favorite thing to eat here is The Larry with a Gnarly on the side 🤭
City/town information
This may come off like a love letter to Houston, and that's OK— the truth is, the city has our hearts and we’re not bashful about it.
My husband and I met and fell in love here; it's where we've made so many dazzling memories and even more dazzling friendships. With extraordinary food, culture, people, and spaces, Houston is the sort of place where those who seek authenticity, pizzazz, uniqueness, and warmth (literally and figuratively!) find it in heaps.
The energy capital of the world; America's boomtown; Texas’ most down-to-Earth metropolis; the place from which JFK gave his “We choose to go to the moon” speech; a culinary paradise; birthplace of Beyonce, ZZ Top, Solange, Tobe Nwigwe, Yolanda Adams, Kenny Rogers, NASA Mission Control, the world’s first domed stadium, and even the largest medical center on the planet, just to (humbly) name a few.
Welcome to Houston, a magnificently scrappy town whose beauty lies in its capacity to shape the souls of all who visit her.
266 locals recommend
Houston
This may come off like a love letter to Houston, and that's OK— the truth is, the city has our hearts and we’re not bashful about it.
My husband and I met and fell in love here; it's where we've made so many dazzling memories and even more dazzling friendships. With extraordinary food, culture, people, and spaces, Houston is the sort of place where those who seek authenticity, pizzazz, uniqueness, and warmth (literally and figuratively!) find it in heaps.
The energy capital of the world; America's boomtown; Texas’ most down-to-Earth metropolis; the place from which JFK gave his “We choose to go to the moon” speech; a culinary paradise; birthplace of Beyonce, ZZ Top, Solange, Tobe Nwigwe, Yolanda Adams, Kenny Rogers, NASA Mission Control, the world’s first domed stadium, and even the largest medical center on the planet, just to (humbly) name a few.
Welcome to Houston, a magnificently scrappy town whose beauty lies in its capacity to shape the souls of all who visit her.
Neighborhoods
A wonderful little pocket of town perfect for enjoying
boutique shopping, speakeasy dinning, French baked goodies, and cold drinks out on a terrace.
Very close to our Museum District and some of the prettiest residential streets you'll ever see.
379 locals recommend
Rice Village
2376 Rice BoulevardA wonderful little pocket of town perfect for enjoying
boutique shopping, speakeasy dinning, French baked goodies, and cold drinks out on a terrace.
Very close to our Museum District and some of the prettiest residential streets you'll ever see.
Culture, grub, libations, dancing, thrifting, and tattoos are the pillars of this funky, diverse, eccentric neighborhood-- a convenient 10-14 min drive from our home, the Montrose district is one of the highlights of our city.
Here are some awesome links that talk about where to go and what to do:
https://365thingsinhouston.com/2019/02/06/walkable-houston-taft-fairview-montrose/
https://www.visithoustontexas.com/about-houston/neighborhoods/montrose/
117 locals recommend
Montrose
Culture, grub, libations, dancing, thrifting, and tattoos are the pillars of this funky, diverse, eccentric neighborhood-- a convenient 10-14 min drive from our home, the Montrose district is one of the highlights of our city.
Here are some awesome links that talk about where to go and what to do:
https://365thingsinhouston.com/2019/02/06/walkable-houston-taft-fairview-montrose/
https://www.visithoustontexas.com/about-houston/neighborhoods/montrose/
An industrial, hip part of town (Zack and I lived here for ~5 years)-- there's great food, drink, street art, and more. It's also right by the BBVA soccer stadium.
My favorite spots in EaDo include:
- Truck Yard
- Koffeteria (if you like baked goods, you cannot not go here!)
- 8th Wonder Brewery
- Brass Tacks Coffee
- Seaside Poke
- Around the Corner
- Miss Carousel
- How to Survive on Land & Sea
- Tiny Champions
- Nancy’s Hustle
- Moontower Inn
104 locals recommend
East Downtown
An industrial, hip part of town (Zack and I lived here for ~5 years)-- there's great food, drink, street art, and more. It's also right by the BBVA soccer stadium.
My favorite spots in EaDo include:
- Truck Yard
- Koffeteria (if you like baked goods, you cannot not go here!)
- 8th Wonder Brewery
- Brass Tacks Coffee
- Seaside Poke
- Around the Corner
- Miss Carousel
- How to Survive on Land & Sea
- Tiny Champions
- Nancy’s Hustle
- Moontower Inn
Believe it or not Downtown is a great spot for bar hopping -- some of our favorite bars are in this area: Captain Foxheart's Bad News Bar & Spirit Lodge, La Carafe (oldest bar in town, too!), Watch Company, Warren's, Pastry Wars, El Big Bad, Reserve 101, Flying Saucer, Secret Garden and the list goes on and on...
Oh and yeah, Downtown is also home to "the tunnels" -- a system of underground, airconditioned walkways that connect all major corporate buildings in the area. Several cool food spots are available down there as well.
Ah, yes must not forget to mention that this is also home to our amazing Theatre District which houses nine professional performing arts organizations some of which include the Wortham Theater Center where the Houston Grand Opera and Houston Ballet perform.
Oh, and if you're in the mood for the most delicious pizza ever -- walk over to Boh Pasta, located inside of Bravery Chef Food Hall.
Lot's going on. You're welcome!
325 locals recommend
Downtown Houston
Believe it or not Downtown is a great spot for bar hopping -- some of our favorite bars are in this area: Captain Foxheart's Bad News Bar & Spirit Lodge, La Carafe (oldest bar in town, too!), Watch Company, Warren's, Pastry Wars, El Big Bad, Reserve 101, Flying Saucer, Secret Garden and the list goes on and on...
Oh and yeah, Downtown is also home to "the tunnels" -- a system of underground, airconditioned walkways that connect all major corporate buildings in the area. Several cool food spots are available down there as well.
Ah, yes must not forget to mention that this is also home to our amazing Theatre District which houses nine professional performing arts organizations some of which include the Wortham Theater Center where the Houston Grand Opera and Houston Ballet perform.
Oh, and if you're in the mood for the most delicious pizza ever -- walk over to Boh Pasta, located inside of Bravery Chef Food Hall.
Lot's going on. You're welcome!
What can I say-- this is home. Grab a bicycle —or your walking shoes— and go get lost along any of its picturesque streets-- definitely check out the shops, eateries, and cafes along W 20th street, 19th street, Yale street, N Durham, S Shepherd, Heights Boulevard, and Studewood street.
227 locals recommend
Houston Heights
What can I say-- this is home. Grab a bicycle —or your walking shoes— and go get lost along any of its picturesque streets-- definitely check out the shops, eateries, and cafes along W 20th street, 19th street, Yale street, N Durham, S Shepherd, Heights Boulevard, and Studewood street.
Outdoorsy
Get your nature/workout fix or just get some cool views of town
Several bike/running trails, sand volleyball court, and quite possibly one of the best views of Downtown. Great spot for pictures.
549 locals recommend
Buffalo Bayou Park
Memorial DriveSeveral bike/running trails, sand volleyball court, and quite possibly one of the best views of Downtown. Great spot for pictures.
Catch a movie under the stars, a free concert, yoga classes, and outdoor/interactive art installations-- great urban park grounds to go give your legs a stretch and breath in some fresh air.
Walking distance from all of our major sports stadiums
933 locals recommend
Discovery Green
1500 McKinney StCatch a movie under the stars, a free concert, yoga classes, and outdoor/interactive art installations-- great urban park grounds to go give your legs a stretch and breath in some fresh air.
Walking distance from all of our major sports stadiums
Right in the Museum District-- we locals enjoy to come out here for picnics, exercising, or catching a concert by the lawn of the Miller Outdoor Theatre
586 locals recommend
Hermann Park
6001 Fannin StRight in the Museum District-- we locals enjoy to come out here for picnics, exercising, or catching a concert by the lawn of the Miller Outdoor Theatre
It has several access points (one of which is close to our home -- right by where Common Bond is) and connects to the bike trails all over Houston ... and I should say, the bike trails in our city are unexpectedly awesome (ample bike trails isn't the first thing one thinks of when one is looking at the web of highways that is Houston), if you can, take the trails all the way into downtown-- its quite the adventure to ride a bike underneath the highway bridges, all while peddling side by side to the Bayou!
59 locals recommend
Heights Hike and Bike Trail
Heights Hike and Bike TrailIt has several access points (one of which is close to our home -- right by where Common Bond is) and connects to the bike trails all over Houston ... and I should say, the bike trails in our city are unexpectedly awesome (ample bike trails isn't the first thing one thinks of when one is looking at the web of highways that is Houston), if you can, take the trails all the way into downtown-- its quite the adventure to ride a bike underneath the highway bridges, all while peddling side by side to the Bayou!
Fantastic views of the downtown skyline and also has the bike trail running right through it!
12 locals recommend
Stude Park
Fantastic views of the downtown skyline and also has the bike trail running right through it!
Sightseeing
Beautiful grounds and sightseeing -- walking/biking trails go all around/throughout it.
Next door to another awesome city landmark: Hermann Park and the Miller Outdoor Theatre
232 locals recommend
Rice University
6100 Main StBeautiful grounds and sightseeing -- walking/biking trails go all around/throughout it.
Next door to another awesome city landmark: Hermann Park and the Miller Outdoor Theatre
Japanese Garden
6000 Fannin StZen, calm, photo-worthy, and in the heart of Museum District
This decommissioned underground reservoir was built in 1926 & now features art installations.
126 locals recommend
Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern
105-B Sabine StThis decommissioned underground reservoir was built in 1926 & now features art installations.
A bit of a drive away (~17 miles from our home) but completely worth it -- stunning architecture, this Hindu temple (the first ever built in the USA) expands over 33 acres and welcomes all to visit.
14 locals recommend
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
1150 Brand LnA bit of a drive away (~17 miles from our home) but completely worth it -- stunning architecture, this Hindu temple (the first ever built in the USA) expands over 33 acres and welcomes all to visit.
a non-denominational chapel in Houston, Texas, founded by John and Dominique de Menil. The interior serves not only as a chapel, but also as a major work of modern art. On its walls are fourteen black but color-hued paintings by Mark Rothko.
164 locals recommend
Rothko Chapel
3900 Yupon Sta non-denominational chapel in Houston, Texas, founded by John and Dominique de Menil. The interior serves not only as a chapel, but also as a major work of modern art. On its walls are fourteen black but color-hued paintings by Mark Rothko.
Housing the works of one of my favorite artists-- the Cy Twombly Gallery is a celebration of the artist's work. The space is also located in the Montrose area and is part of the The Menil Collection complex (a lovely art museum)
11 locals recommend
Cy Twombly Gallery
1501 Branard StHousing the works of one of my favorite artists-- the Cy Twombly Gallery is a celebration of the artist's work. The space is also located in the Montrose area and is part of the The Menil Collection complex (a lovely art museum)
A modern and contemporary art museum with beautiful grounds!
491 locals recommend
The Menil Collection
1533 Sul Ross StA modern and contemporary art museum with beautiful grounds!
The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building
1001 Bissonnet StExtraordinary art collection
The Ancient Egyptian wing is pretty grand and the rotating exhibits are 100% worth a visit-- check the museum calendar for silent disco parties; they happen in the paleontology wing and are quite the soiree.
PS: While here, get tickets to the butterfly center. You won't regret it-- unless you're scared of butterflies... then you'll really regret it.
863 locals recommend
The Houston Museum of Natural Science
5555 Hermann Park DrThe Ancient Egyptian wing is pretty grand and the rotating exhibits are 100% worth a visit-- check the museum calendar for silent disco parties; they happen in the paleontology wing and are quite the soiree.
PS: While here, get tickets to the butterfly center. You won't regret it-- unless you're scared of butterflies... then you'll really regret it.
By Anish Kapoor (same artist that made the famous Cloud Gate, aka "the bean" in Chicago) -- located on the MFAH grounds and right by the statue garden. Go get inspired!
6 locals recommend
Cloud Column
By Anish Kapoor (same artist that made the famous Cloud Gate, aka "the bean" in Chicago) -- located on the MFAH grounds and right by the statue garden. Go get inspired!
Located on the grounds of Rice University, this is a magnificent (enormous) piece of art. Go after sundown so you can appreciate the light show
66 locals recommend
James Turrell's Twilight Epiphany Skyscape
Located on the grounds of Rice University, this is a magnificent (enormous) piece of art. Go after sundown so you can appreciate the light show
Sawyer Yards is a creative community thriving in the heart of Houston’s historic First Ward and Arts District Houston. Home to more than 350 artists, the space offers public galleries, seasonal makers and art markets. They hold an art fest, at The Silos (which is part
Of the Sawyer Yards complex) the second Saturday of every month but be sure to check their calendar to catch any of their other fantastic events!
22 locals recommend
Sawyer Yards
2101 Winter StSawyer Yards is a creative community thriving in the heart of Houston’s historic First Ward and Arts District Houston. Home to more than 350 artists, the space offers public galleries, seasonal makers and art markets. They hold an art fest, at The Silos (which is part
Of the Sawyer Yards complex) the second Saturday of every month but be sure to check their calendar to catch any of their other fantastic events!
Conveniences
Groceries, liquor stores, and the like
If you’re not from around here, get ready for an awesome Texas-sized grocery shopping experience. Our favorite spot to do our shopping, HEB is conveniently located a 5 min drive away from the studio
31 locals recommend
H-E-B
2300 N Shepherd DrIf you’re not from around here, get ready for an awesome Texas-sized grocery shopping experience. Our favorite spot to do our shopping, HEB is conveniently located a 5 min drive away from the studio
Recently renovated by beloved Houston Chef, Chris Shepherd, shop the freshest produce and practice a little Spanish at this lovely Houston landmark
21 locals recommend
The Houston Farmers Market
2520 Airline DrRecently renovated by beloved Houston Chef, Chris Shepherd, shop the freshest produce and practice a little Spanish at this lovely Houston landmark
When not able to drive to a Specs, Kim is our go to for all things libations— they are fully stocked, friendly, and affordable. Plus it feels good to support a local, small business.
Kims Liquor
2524 Yale StWhen not able to drive to a Specs, Kim is our go to for all things libations— they are fully stocked, friendly, and affordable. Plus it feels good to support a local, small business.
A Whole Foods a short drive away— love going here for their wine selection 😄
27 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market 365
101 N Loop WA Whole Foods a short drive away— love going here for their wine selection 😄