"Eating at Bubba’s, a literal wooden shack, feels more like dining inside a decades-old postcard, which is probably why the burgers are so incredible. They specialize in bison burgers, but you can get beef, too, if you’re some kind of purist. Dress it up with jalapeños, grilled onions, or an entire frito pie if you really want to embrace the Texas. Visit Bubba’s for a late lunch after taking a million selfies at the Water Wall or getting in some Galleria shopping to avoid getting trapped in Houston’s notorious traffic. Plus, you’ll have the rest of the day to nap, which will be necessary." - chelsea thomas, gianni greene