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Italian/
Mediterranean
13/20
 
Uptown Park Plaza
1180 Uptown Park Blvd.
Houston, TX 77056
713-621-1180
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 A hot-spot for light, flavorful "new Italian" cooking in Uptown Shopping Park. Read GAYOT's Arturo's Uptown Italiano Restaurant Review

 
 
Barbecue/
American Regional
14/20
 
2310 Decatur St.
Houston, TX 77007
713-864-2328
  
 A gourmet Texas ice house with a kickin’ bar. Read GAYOT's Beaver’s Restaurant Review

 
 
Contemporary14/20
 
2424 Dunstan St.
Houston, TX 77005
713-522-7602
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 Hip, urban bistro with internationally inspired food. Read GAYOT's benjy's Restaurant Review

 
 
Southern/
American/
Seafood
14/20
 
2810 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77098
713-528-2473
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 The Bird & The Bear serves Southern classics with a twist. Read GAYOT's The Bird & The Bear, Ouisie’s American Bistro Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian/
Pizza
12/20
 
500 Louisana St.
Houston, TX 77002
713-224-9494
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 The restaurant's straightforward pastas and friendly wine list make it a respectable choice for diners on a budget Read GAYOT's Birraporetti's Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Café
12/20
 
13616 Memorial Dr.
Houston, TX 77079
713-827-8008
  
 This casual café, with its cheerful yellow-and-blue country décor, offers a true bistro experience. Read GAYOT's Bistro Provence Restaurant Review

 
 
American Regional/
Seafood
13/20
 
1910 Bagby St.
Houston, TX 77002
713-651-9550
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 Houston’s outpost of BlackFinn offers some distinctly local touches. Read GAYOT's BlackFinn American Grille Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican/
Tex-Mex
12/20
 
1312 W. Alabama St.
Houston, TX 77006
713-523-5230
  
 Try the sampler platter of bite-size items before moving on to enchiladas and other Tex-Mex dishes. Read GAYOT's Bocados Restaurant Review

 
 
American Regional14/20
 
510 Shepherd Dr.
Houston, TX 77007
713-863-7777
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 Retro chic décor and food from chef-owner David Grossman at Branch Water Tavern. Read GAYOT's Branch Water Tavern Restaurant Review

 
 
French/
Bistro
13/20
 
2442 Times Blvd.
Houston, TX 77005
713-520-8841
  
 Francophiles unite at this genuine French bistro serving traditional Gallic fare in the Village. Read GAYOT's Cafe Rabelais Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican/
Caribbean
13/20
 
12041 NW Fwy.
Houston, TX 77092
713-957-0957
  
 Don’t judge this savvy Central American favorite with great fish dishes by its strip-center exterior. Read GAYOT's Cafe Red Onion Restaurant Review

 
 
Mexican/
Caribbean
13/20
 
3910 Kirby Dr.
Houston, TX 77098
713-807-1122
  
 An affordable find for creative Mexican and Central American specialties served in a lively atmosphere. Read GAYOT's Cafe Red Onion Restaurant Review

 
 
Pizza/
Italian
12/20
 
Memorial City Mall
303 Memorial City Mall, #610
Houston, TX 77024
713-365-9473
  
 While pizza with cross-cultural toppings is the main draw, the other dishes also merit attention at this Houston location. Read GAYOT's California Pizza Kitchen Restaurant Review

 
 
Pizza/
Italian
12/20
 
River Oaks Shopping Center
1997 W. Gray St.
Houston, TX 77019
713-526-0010
  
 While pizza with cross-cultural toppings is the main draw, the other dishes also merit attention at this River Oaks location. Read GAYOT's California Pizza Kitchen Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian13/20
 
14795 Memorial Dr.
Houston, TX 77079
281-531-0696
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 Longtime Westside Italian spot attracts regulars for consistent food and pleasant surroundings. Read GAYOT's Carmelo's Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian12/20
 
3115 Kirby Dr.
Houston, TX 77098
713-522-3131
  
 This chain started on Kirby with a homey setting and rich Italian fare. Read GAYOT's Carrabba's Italian Grill Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian12/20
 
5440 FM 1960 West
Houston, TX 77069
281-397-8255
  
 Regional Italian dishes and Carrabba's specialties form the base of the menu at this restaurant chain. Read GAYOT's Carrabba's Italian Grill Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian12/20
 
1399 S. Voss Rd.
Houston, TX 77057
713-468-0868
  
 Regional Italian dishes and Carrabba's specialties pack them in at this restaurant chain. Read GAYOT's Carrabba's Italian Grill Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian12/20
 
11339 Katy Fwy.
Houston, TX 77079
713-464-6595
  
 Regional Italian dishes and Carrabba's specialties pack them in at this restaurant chain. Read GAYOT's Carrabba's Italian Grill Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood/
Steakhouse
13/20
 
6029 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, TX 77057
713-978-6563
  
 Christie's has been serving seafood and steaks since 1917. Read GAYOT's Christie's Seafood & Steak Restaurant Review

 
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