Stockyard Bar-B-Q

Rosario’s North

A loud and lively spot for south-of-the-border specialties.

Jazz, TX

This jazz venue at Pearl does bar food right.

Jube’s Smokehouse

InterStellar BBQ

The word “ambitious” is seldom a compliment to a creative endeavor, usually describing a swing and a miss. But not for the aptly named InterStellar BBQ. Pit boss John Bates acquired a fine-dining pedigree at Austin institutions Wink and Asti, and he brings that experience and, yes, ambition to bear

Chile Pepper Café

Start your day in Big Bend with a tasty Tex-Mex breakfast.

Uptown Sushi

Japanese fusion dishes and sushi creations in an upscale setting.

Mala Sichuan Bistro

Trendy haunt in Montrose drawing chile heads for tongue-tingling dishes.

Pepper Twins

Friendly staff, fresh ingredients, and careful preparation mark this Houston favorite.

Thyme Matters

A contemporary setting and a menu of international flavors.

Banger’s Sausage House

Suze

A relaxed neighborhood spot with a Mediterranean-leaning menu.

Porch Cafe

Simple, fun food in a coastal-casual environment.

Press Cafe

This two-story riverside gathering spot balances its hip quotient with flavor and grace.

Pacific Table

The contemporary dining room and patio set a snappy scene for all manner of fresh fish.

1775 Texas Pit BBQ

There's a lot of good barbecue in College Station, but 1775 is one of the best.

Yao Fuzi

Attracting foodies for more than a decade with authentic Chinese cuisine.

The Mercury

For more than twenty years, Chris Ward has delivered elegant food in this comfortable spot.

Up in Smoke BBQ Co.

Southern Q BBQ

Taqueria el Milagro

Like a taco stand that's been teleported across the Rio Grande.

Sohill Cafe

Neighborly Beacon Hill spot with fresh, mostly Italian fare.

Losoya’s Taqueria

Authentic tacos and more with righteous sabor.

The General Public

Cocktails, bowling, and better-than-expected bar food.

Sidebar

A simple menu of American classics, craft cocktails, and a nostalgic speakeasy vibe.

Madurai Mes

Southern Indian bites, breads, and tiffins.

Pennie’s Tex Mex Take Out

Excellent barbecue and Mexican staples from a mom-and-pop operation.

The Holy Grail

A fabulous wine bar for the fabulous Montecillo community.

Nori Handroll Bar

This Deep Ellum hand roll bar has folks lining up.

The Henry

Cocktails, a coffee bar, and a wide-ranging menu draw crowds to this Fox Restaurant concept near downtown.

Smiley’s Craft Barbecue (Closed)

Bubba’s Cooks Country

A new location for a Dallas diner famous for its crispy fried chicken.

Alamo Club

The cow skulls nod to old Texas, but the menu leans all-American at this lower Greenville spot.

Ernie’s Pit Barbeque

Embers Barbecue

A standout in the Lubbock cue scene, offering smoked favorites on the move.

Miller’s Seawall Grill

Country cooking and fresh seafood on the Seawall.

La Cueva de Oso

The self-proclaimed "cutest restaurant in Balmorhea" serves delightful Tex-Mex.

BCN Taste & Tradition

Old-world charm and inventive Spanish cuisine make BCN a go-to for a big night out.

Basico

Come for the food (and endless mimosa), stay for the people watching.

Charlie’s Bar-B-Que

Pho Kim Long

Fresh, fragrant Vietnamese cuisine in Olmos Park.

The Chophouse on Bankhead

Chef Enam Chowdhury works magic at this upscale eatery in Mount Vernon.

Tuscan Pig Italian Kitchen

A farmers market venue spawned this popular Italian spot.

Singh’s

A tight menu of pho and banh mi at a stylishly wabi-sabi spot on St. Mary’s Strip.

Chela’s Tacos

From banana-leaf tamales to cochinita pibil, the dishes here will take you all over Mexico.

Mastrantos

Another casual, eclectic star in the Heights constellation of good restaurants.

Diana American Grill

Downtown Hobby Center restaurant serving classic steakhouse fare.

Cultivated F+B

A sleek remodel at the Lancaster Hotel.

BB Lemon

Open late most nights, this lively newcomer is a fine place to hang out.

King’s Texas Smokehouse