Cream Burger

Buzzy hub with a patio & TVs showing sports offering food-truck grub plus draft beer & cocktails.

Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.

Refined quarters in an upmarket hotel featuring a rooftop pool, a restaurant & a fitness center. Set within the Texas Medical Center district, this high-end hotel is a mile from Houston Zoo and 7 miles from The Galleria shopping mall. It's 25 km from George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Refined rooms feature Wi-Fi, smart TVs and minifridges, as well as Nespresso machines. Some have sofas; suites add living rooms. Room service is available. An area shuttle is complimentary. Other amenities include a Chinese restaurant and sushi bar, plus a cafe/bar, and a rooftop pool with a poolside bar. There's also a fitness center, valet parking and breakfast.

Long-running Italian restaurant with an on-site market serving traditional dishes in a lively setting.

Halal Mexican food concept serving birria tacos, quesadillas, and ramen in a casual setting.

Nestled along Brays Bayou in Houston's East End, Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home is a serene sanctuary where heartfelt service meets thoughtful memorial planning.

Nestled in Montrose, this charming coffeehouse offers a cozy vibe, friendly baristas, and gourmet treats, perfect for a laid-back outing.

A bustling destination for modern Cantonese cuisine, this art deco spot is known for its vibrant atmosphere and standout dishes like Charsui beef and Lava Toast.

Tiger Noodle House in Rice Village serves up flavorful Szechuan and Chinese dishes with hefty portions and a laid-back vibe that keeps regulars coming back.