Arnaldo Richards' Picos Restaurant

"In a city rich with Mexican food options, Pico’s in Upper Kirby is a surefire go-to, with a menu that focuses on the seven regions of Mexico daily with its breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus. Stick to a classic like huevos rancheros, tacos al carbon, or seafood enchiladas, or get adventurous with a pork shank stewed in tomatillo sauce." - Brittany Britto Garley

"Located in the Upper Kirby area, this Mexican restaurant is a Houston institution known for its tequila-fueled cocktails, its spice-laden mole, variety of tacos, and Tex-Mex dishes. The $28 two-course weekday power lunch offers a variety of favorites. Diners can pick two dishes, like tortilla soup, spinach enchiladas, and churrasco. If a drink isn’t out of the question, order the iconic shaker margarita, which comes in various styles and is shaken tableside." - Brittany Britto Garley

"For this classic take on pollo en mole negro Oaxaqueño, a chicken quarter is drenched in a thick, dark, rich Oaxacan-style black mole — the result of an eight- to 10-hour cooking process involving an extensive list of ingredients that are then sprinkled with toasted sesame seeds. Served with rice, refried black beans, and tortillas aplenty, it’s a wonderful dish to dig into." - Brittany Britto Garley

"Part of the lawsuit against Centerpoint, as it lost power for at least 48 hours." - Brittany Britto Garley

"“The Perfect” is a suitable name for Pico’s traditional margarita, simply crafted with Herradura Silver, Cointreau, and fresh lime juice, but there are plenty of non-traditional ones to explore that are tasty, too. The 1800 Coco Rita is a sweet indulgence, which combines tequila with coconut cream." - Courtney E. Smith, Megha McSwain