African restaurant · Lamar Terrace
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"Tune in to watch Samuelsson visit stops at more traditional West African favorites in Houston, including catfish-pepper soup at Taste of Nigeria on Richmond Avenue." - Amy McCarthy
Hotel · Hennessey
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.
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Bar & grill · Fourth Ward
Sleek dark-hued bar offering cocktails & global small plates, plus weekly steak nights & a patio.
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Italian restaurant · Upper Kirby
Quirky Italian spot serving lunch & dinner, specializing in Venetian-style small plates.
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New American restaurant · Addicks
Sandwiches, simple entrees & brunch fare served in this casual establishment with a bar & patio.
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Mexican restaurant · Willowbrook
Mexican & Tex-Mex classics plus cocktails served in a festive family-friendly space.
Vietnamese restaurant · Midtown
Snug, no-frills eatery featuring Vietnamese sandwiches, noodle soups & other traditional dishes.
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Night club · Montrose
Stalwart nightspot featuring an array of live bands, plus a large dance floor in an ample space.
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Mexican restaurant · East End
Casual restaurant serving tacos, quesadillas and other Mexican eats in a laid-back setting.
Italian restaurant · Montrose
Nestled in a dazzling, plant-filled space, this Mediterranean gem dazzles with seasonal dishes that shine equally indoors and on the patio.
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Indian restaurant · Galleria
Spacious, stylish Indian restaurant with a la carte options & a lunch buffet, plus a full bar.