City Works

A chef-driven menu in a sports-bar atmosphere.

Trattoria La Vigna

A little off-the-beaten-path cucina beloved by locals.

The Meddlesome Moth

Odd name, cool bar, excellent food.

Foxyco

Elevated modern food in a sleek Design District setting.

Bowen House

The cocktails are great and the food better than it has to be in this charming 1800's farmhouse.

Black Diamond Oyster Bar

Laid-back seafood joint with a patio and live music.

Pot Au Feu

French techniques travel the world on Roberto Espinoza’s menu.

Billy Can Can

The decor evokes a glammed-up saloon but the fare is sophisticated.

Franks Holy Smoke BBQ

Kerbey Lane Cafe

Beyond home fries and hollandaise.

Redbud Cafe

Great food and a cheerful atmosphere make Redbud the social hub of Blanco.

Altdorf Biergarten

A classic German beer garden with a broad menu.

Lisa’s

Big, bold Mexican food on Bandera Road.

Guillermo’s

This casual near-downtown Italian eatery keeps it spicy.

Thai Kitchen

A down-to-earth spot for fresh, affordable Thai food.

Myron’s Prime Steakhouse

The ambience is "Texas modern" and the beef is excellent.

Rebelle

Rebelle sparks a glamorous seafood revolution at the St. Anthony.

Nobu

Pricey Japanese fare from a celebrity chef in a seductive Galleria setting.

Hearsay on the Strand

Kin to the Houston Hearsays, this location on the Strand is worth a look-see.

Taco y Vino

Tacos and fine wine in a delightful rehabbed house in Bishop Arts.

Imperial Cuisine

The art of throwing noodles is alive and well in Richardson.

True Food Kitchen

It's easy to be cheerful chasing quinoa and greens across your plate when you're sipping a crisp rosé.

Helberg Barbecue

Strike up a conversation about great barbecue in Waco, and chances are you’ll have more than one local pointing you to Phillip and Yvette Helberg’s joint in Woodway, just northwest of town. The couple upgraded from a food truck to a large and simply adorned space that features picnic tables

Arlo Grey

Top Chef winner Kristen Kish helms the kitchen at the Line Hotel.

Poco Mexico

Tex-Mex doesn’t get any better in this mountain village.

Slaughter’s BBQ Oasis

Rough Creek Lodge

Sublime Texas cooking at a posh ranch resort.

Broken Egg Cafe

Making breakfast fancy, one waffle at a time.

Lick It Up

It's Mexican, vegan, and delicious.

La Panadería

Pan dulce—and so much more—done right.

Range

Jason Dady takes on steak and seafood.

The Butcher Shop

The baked goods rival the meat at this Longview favorite.

Entrecôte & Co.

A French-style bistro in a city with no French-style bistros.

Clay Pigeon

Simplicity and sophistication make a happy union within the brick walls of this casual space.

Kabob Guys

From kebabs to tandoori, the buffet has it all.

Doc B’s Fresh Kitchen

This Chicago-based “fresh-casual” concept is a welcome addition to Uptown.

All the King’s Men

Barbecue and bourbon in the heart of downtown Bryan.

Valentine’s

Authentic tacos and more in the heart of UTEP.

Kaedama

Patience is required for ramen this good.

Sixty Vines

A smart wine bar with an energetic crowd and a wide-ranging menu.

Ruins

The street tacos and tequila cocktails are surprisingly exceptional as this Deep Ellum bar.

Thai Star

The OG of Amarillo Thai food.

The Charles

This splashy Design District spot shows reverence for Italian cuisine, especially handmade pastas, crudos, and wood-grilled seafood.

Lucy’s

A craving for crepes will send us to this Orange cafe every time.

Market Eatery, at H Mart

A spacious food hall nestled in a Korean supermarket.

Lin Asian Bar

Little Lin has caught on fast, with a thoughtful menu of flavorful dishes and abundant dim sum offerings.

Vautrot’s Cajun Cuisine

Vautrot's serves up some of the best fried catfish and shrimp we’ve ever tasted.

Perla’s

Lively SoCo seafood eatery boasting an expansive patio and one of the best raw bars in the city.

Hudson’s Hill Country

Rustic west-of-Austin outpost offering hearty and seasonal Hill Country fare.

Peggy’s on the Green

The expertise of big city dining in a small Texas town.