HOUSTON | FOOD & DINING
We are not professional food critics, nor do we aspire to be. But we are seasoned connoisseurs of 'experience' dining—casual or fine.
Search for Top Area Restaurants and the Best Local Cuisine
Find the best local restaurants, places to eat, patio seating, and late-night dining options in Houston and the surrounding areas.
Food Festivals, Beverage Tastings, and Sampling Events
Check the events calendar for upcoming food festivals, wine tastings, chocolate seminars, cooking classes, and much more.
Late Night Dining and Kitchens Open After Midnight
You're hungry. It's after midnight. Who's still open, and where can you get food that hasn't been rotating on the hot dog roller all day?
Upscale Dining for Extra-Special Events and Occasions
Looking to impress your date with something different? These out-of-the-ordinary venues offer an extra-special experience.
Houston Restaurants with the Best Outdoor Patios and Seating
Been cooped up inside too long? Need some fresh air? These area restaurant patios offer you a nice breeze with your burger.
Dinner Theater Venues, Mystery Dinner Events, and Movie Grill Cinemas
Have a meal plus some fun with an eat-in movie, comedy club showcase, themed dinner, or intriguing mystery entertainment.
Houston Restaurants Serving Cheap Food and Happy Hour Specials
Need a decent meal for a decent price? Find local restaurants offering inexpensive menu items, daily specials, etc.
Shrimporee in Aransas Pass Serves Up Live Entertainment and Culinary Treats
Crazy contests, carnival rides, vendor shopping, and a Saturday parade mark this annual festival on Texas' Gulf Coast.
Find Specialty Bakeries, Sweet Treats, and Places to Get Delicious Dessert
Satisfy your sweet tooth craving at one of these restaurants serving cookies, cupcakes, pastries, pies, and more.
See What's on Tap at Sports Bars and Pubs in the Houston Area
Find top sports bars and pubs on The Flash List's dining guide of the best local eateries and food options in the Houston area.
Find Quality Chocolatiers and Gourmet Chocolate Shops in Houston
Local chocolate shops and chocolatiers offer a delicious array of truffles, bonbons, and delightful sugary confections.
Search Coffee Shops and Espresso Bars in and Around the Houston Area
Local coffee shops perk up early before work as well as late night when you may enjoy the easy-listening sounds of a local band.
Relax Around a Melting Pot at a Fondue Restaurant
Fondue restaurants not only melt the cheese or chocolate you order, but also effectively dissolve away the burdens of a stressful week.
CANDY STORES double as cool hangouts where customers pick up retro candy, bottled sodas, and bags of specialty popcorn.
ICE CREAM PARLORS scoop up a variety of delicious flavors along with Italian gelato and healthy frozen yogurt.
WINE BARS and lounges stand on the ready to serve you a tasting flight or glass of their best vino to cap off your day or week.
ARTICLES IN USA SECTION
Boost Your Culinary Skills
Not everyone has natural cooking talent, but you can learn with a few simple tips.
Navigate a Wine Tasting Festival
Learn about new wines with just a minimal investment of the ticket price.
Your Own Homemade Brew
Brewing beer at home can be an easy, economical, and rewarding experience.
How to Buy Quality Chocolate
Know the difference between a truffle and a bonbon, a chocolate maker and a chocolatier.
How to Taste and Pair Wines
Wine is less about what's pleasing to most, but all about with what pleases you.
Sushi Basics for Beginners
Learn the types of sushi, how to eat sushi properly, and ordering at a sushi bar.
5 Wine and Chocolate Pairings
For a special occasion or simple treat, wine and chocolate make a perfect pair.
Tasting Wine Using the 5 S's
You don't have to be a sommelier to confidently evaluate a glass of wine.
Turn a Living Room Into a Café
A cozy dining space can provide a place to unwind and enjoy coffee or tea.
VIDEOS IN USA SECTION
VIDEO: Afternoon Tea Etiquette
Learn the history of the tea tradition with the dos and don'ts of afternoon tea.
VIDEO: Barbecue Vocabulary
Consider these terms as a brief explainer on Southern barbecue terminology.
VIDEO: Remove a Wine Stain
Simply follow this step-by-step tutorial to get your linens back in no time.
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