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Houston Area Dining Guide

As the nation's fourth-largest city, Houston has a dining guide worthy of its size.
Houston Restaurants
The nation's fourth-largest city has no shortage of dining options. In fact, Houston offers diners a wide-variety of restaurants featuring virtually every possible type of cuisine in settings that range from cool casual to button-down formal.
Grotto Ristorante
With two Texas locations - Houston and the Woodlands - the Grotto Ristorante has become a favorite for Texans seeking quality Italian cuisine.
Morton's Steakhouse
Offering fine steaks, seafood and an extensive wine list, as well as unmatched hospitality, Morton's Steakhouse has become a favorite stop for visitors in San Antonio, Houston and Dallas.
Houston Restaurants
Wow! What a list of restaurants. It takes more time to sort through Houston's extensive list of eateries than it does to have dinner!
Michelangelo's Italian Restaurant
Claiming to be Houston's first "sidewalk cafe," Michelangelo's has been serving fine Italian food since 1969.
Cafe Red Onion
Houston residents and visitors have three locations at which to sample Cafe Red Onion's Latino Fusion cuisine.
Le Mistral
Considered one of the finest French restaurants in the South, Houston's Le Mistral is open daily for brunch and dinner.
Magnolia Bar & Grill
The Magnolia Bar & Grill brings a Louisiana flair to Houston's Richmond Avenue with a menu chocked-full of Cajun favorites.
Rainbow Lodge
Located on the banks of Buffalo Bayou, Houston's Rainbow Lodge offers a menu of grilled seafood and game in an upscale lodge setting.
Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House
Famous for their Stone Crab, Truluck's also offers Houston area diners a full menu of fresh seafood and steaks.
Gringo's Mexican Kitchen
Long a San Antonio favorite for Tex-Mex cuisine, Gringo's Mexican Kitchen also has a location in Houston, both of which serve excellent Tex-Mex food.
Two Rows Brewery
Two Rows Brewery prides themselves on their extensive menu and popular handcrafted brews at both their Houston and Dallas locations.
Spanish Flowers Mexican Restaurant
A Houston tradition since 1979, Spanish Flowers Mexican Restaurant is open 24 hours a day and offers a complete menu of Mexican food favorites.
Cantina Laredo
Serving traditional Mexican dishes in an upscale environment, Cantina Laredo has locations throughout both the Houston and Dallas areas.
Fleming's Steak House
Fleming's is famous for their succulent beef, as well as fresh seafood, salads, sides and desserts. This quality combined with an elegant, yet relaxing atmosphere has made Fleming's a favorite with diners in both Austin and Houston.
Tilas Mexican Restaurant
Offering authentic Mexican cuisine, Tila's has long been a favorite of Houston area residents and visitors.
Sambuca Restaurant
Located in Houston's historic Rice Hotel, the Sambuca Restaurant has a wonderful lunch and dinner menu as well as an extensive wine list. The Sambuca is also right next door to one of Houston's premier event locations, the Crystal Ballroom.
Gravitas
Situated in a tastefully decorated, fully restored historic building, Gravitas is perhaps Houston's finest American Bistro-style restaurant.

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