La Lucha

Spacious industrial-chic cafe serving upscale French cuisine & crêpes, plus wine & craft cocktails.

Old-school pizzeria with traditional dishes & New York-style pies served whole or by the slice.

High-end sports-bar chain with a huge menu of New American fare & an extensive list of draft beers.

Casual, family-owned cafe offering French & American baked treats, bread & light fare.

Institution for familiar Hunan & Sichuan dishes in a comfortable, traditional setting since 1970.

The Rothko Chapel, a serene octagonal haven adorned with deep, contemplative murals by Rothko and surrounded by tranquil sculptures, invites soulful introspection.

Étoile is a chic French bistro in Uptown Park, serving up seasonal classics in a cozy, romantic setting that feels like a slice of Paris.

Gourmet cookies and cakelettes are the focus at this casual bakery also offering custom orders.

Polished hotel featuring a hip restaurant/bar, a spa & a gym, plus an outdoor pool & meeting space. Off I-10 and a 4-minute walk from the shops and restaurants of Memorial City Mall, this polished hotel is 6 miles from the walking trails and gardens of the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center. Chic rooms with vibrant artwork offer minibars, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, as well as high-thread-count sheets and designer toiletries. Film- and travel-themed suites add sitting areas and balconies; some have separate dining rooms. Room service is available 24/7. An area shuttle is complimentary. There's a hip restaurant/bar with a terrace. Additional perks include 11,000 sq ft of event space, plus a gym, a spa and an outdoor pool.

Chain taproom offering 200+ global beers & pub fare in tavernlike surroundings.