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Barbara Garvey Concierge J.W. Marriott Hotel B a r b a r a Garvey is a real pro, she has been a concierge with the JW Marriott Hotel for over 10 years and has been Treasurer of the Houston Concierge Association for 2 years and Secretary prior to that.
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This Month in Houston exhibits, art, theatre, music, events, sports . .6 Attraction & Sights postcard perfect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Kid’s Corner Family Friendly Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Feature Feature Stories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 32 Shopping & Services • Compras a display of unique excursions 18 Food & Drink an array of epicurean delights . . . . . . . . . .32 After Dark in the City everything under the sun, once it sets .43
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BAYOU BEND COLLECTION. One of the nation’s premier collections of American decorative arts is housed in the former estate of Miss Ima Hogg, One Wescott St. 713-520-2600 / bayoubend@mfah.org
SAMUEL HOUSTON. View this rare daguerreotype taken by the Meade brothers in 1851. The Museum of Fine Arts, 1001 Bissonnet. 713-639-7300. *Vea este raro daguerrotipo tomado por los hermanos Meade en 1851.
HOUSTON ARBORETUM & NATURE CENTER. A 155-acre wildlife sanctuary that contains 5-1/2 miles of selfguided trails under a forest canopy, around ponds and through a swamp of recreated coastal prairie. Daily 8:30am-6pm. 4501 Woodway Drive. 713-681-8433.*Este refugio silvestre de 155 acres contiene 5,5 millas de sendas de autoguía bajo una bóveda forestal, alrededor de las lagunas, y a través de un pantano de llanura costal recreada.Todos los días
WELCH CHEMISTRY HALL. It’s chemistry made fun! Interactive exhibits let you learn about everything from the human body to how a television can operate under water. Houston Museum of Natural Science, One Hermann Circle. 713-6394600. *¡La química es divertida! Exhibiciones interactivas que le permiten aprender de todo, desde el cuerpo humano hasta cómo funciona un televisor debajo del agua.
THE MENIL COLLECTION. Works of art include antiquities, Byzantine and medieval art, tribal cultures, 20th-Century painting and sculpture with particular emphasis on Surrealism.1515 Sul Ross. www.menil.org 713-525-9400. *Las obras de arte incluyen antigüedades, arte bizantino y medieval, culturas tribales, pintura y escultura del siglo XX, con énfasis particular en el Surrealismo.
WORTHAM WORLD OF PRIMATES. This rain forest environment recreates the monkey’s natural habitat where visitors can view a jungle in the midst of the city. The Houston Zoo, Hermann Park, 1513 N. MacGregor. 713-523-5888 / houstonzoo.org *Una selva tropical en medio de la ciudad recrea el hábitat natural de los monos.
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JUNE Hear the Future of Music…NOW! The Immanuel and Helen Olshan TEXAS MUSIC FESTIVAL (TMF) announces its 21st season of performances by the Festival Orchestra (Orchestra Series), faculty artists (PERSPECTIVES Series: Chamber Music and Jazz), institute participants, and student performers.
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TICKETS: Moores School of Music Box Office 713/743-3313 (All University of Houston concerts.) Texas A&M University 979/845-1234, tickets@MSC.tamu.edu Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion (free) TMF 2010 Concert Calendar June 8 (Tues.), Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7:30 p.m. TMF JAZZ PROJECT “…Something Borrowed, Something Blue” Noe Marmolejo, director June 11 (Fri.), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7:30 p.m., FREE
Le Chiavi di Bel Canto (The Keys to Bel Canto) Vocal Institute Final Concert Joseph Evans, Melanie Sonnenberg, directors Performances by advanced young singers from the Bel Canto Institute. June 12 (Sat.), Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7:30 p.m. FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA Celebratory Opening Franz Anton Krager, conductor Leonel Morales, piano soloist Jesús Morales, marimba soloist Peter Lieuwen: Concerto for Piano, Marimba and Orchestra (2008) premiere Ravel: La valse Respighi: Feste romane (Roman Festivals) June 13 (Sun.), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 2 p.m., FREE Cynthia Woods Mitchell Young Artist Competition Final Round Final competition round featuring solo performances by Festival Orchestra musicians. June 14 (Mon.) (multiple events) Presidential Conference Center, Texas A&M University, 7:30 p.m. PERSPECTIVES: “Voices from the Twilight of Old Vienna”
Andrzej Grabiec, Sean Wang, violin; Wayne Brooks, Matthew Dane, viola; Barrett Sills, cello; Christina Jennings, flute; Randall Griffin, clarinet; Tali Morgulis, Nancy Weems, piano Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7:30 p.m. PERSPECTIVES: “The Two Voices of the Baritone Saxophone” Aaron Lington, saxophone; Victoria Lington, piano; Joe Locasio, piano; David Craig, bass; Tim Solook, drum set June 15 (Tues.) (multiple events) Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7:30 p.m. PERSPECTIVES: “Voices from the Twilight of Old Vienna” Andrzej Grabiec, Sean Wang, violin; Wayne Brooks, Matthew Dane, viola; Barrett Sills, cello; Christina Jennings, flute; Randall Griffin, clarinet; Tali Morgulis, Nancy Weems, piano
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Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7:30 p.m. “Classical Minds” Guitar Festival Recital Anthony Glise and Duo Madriguera June 17 (Thurs.), Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7:30 p.m. “Classical Minds” Guitar Festival Recital Kithara Duo and Valerie Hartzell
Recital Mary Akerman and Randall Avers
June 18 (Fri.) (multiple events) Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, The Woodlands, TX, 8 p.m., FREE FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA Horst Foerster, conductor Rita Porfiris, viola soloist
June 20 (Sun.) (multiple events) Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 1 p.m. “Classical Minds” Guitar Festival Guitar Orchestra Recital Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 2:30 p.m.
Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7 p.m. Jazz Institute Concert Noe Marmolejo, director Talented high school and college jazz musicians perform tunes ranging from classical to contemporary in a big band setting.
June 21 (Mon.), Presidential Conference Center, Texas A&M University, 7:30 p.m. June 22 (Tues.), Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7:30 p.m. PERSPECTIVES: “Virtuoso Vehicles” Lucie Robert, Zuo Jun, violin; Karen Ritscher, viola; Vagram Saradjian, cello; Timothy Hester, piano; Blake Wilkins, percussion
Dudley Recital Hall, University of Houston, 7:30 p.m. “Classical Minds” Guitar Festival Recital, Patrick Lui and Dieter Hennings June 19 (Sat.) (multiple events) Moores Opera House, University Houston, 7:30 p.m. FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA Horst Foerster, conductor Rita Porfiris, viola soloist
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June 24 (Thurs.), MSM Room 160, Univ. of Houston, 7 p.m., FREE Young Artist Chamber Music. Small ensemble performances by Orchestral Fellows. June 26 (Sat.) (multiple events) Dudley Recital Hall, Univ. of Houston, 10 a.m., FREE High School Piano Institute Recitals
The Allure of Nature
19th-Century Landscape Drawings from the MFAH Collection On view through June 30, 2010 at the Audrey Jones Beck Building
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Nature was alluring to artists of the 19th century as they sought a realistic rendering of the outdoors captured in their plein-air (made "in the open air") sketching. While the 18th-century art market favored idealized landscapes and accurately rendered topographical views of precise locales, there was a rising prestige in the 19th century for landscapes that sought a more personal response. Modern naturalism emerged in the 1830s as part of a general rebellion in the arts fostered by a new spirit of individualism and opposition to confining moral and aesthetic tenets. The progressive generation, notably the Barbizon School (named for the village of Barbizon near the Forest of Fontainebleau in France), sought to emphasize the landscape as a primary subject matter, rather than the traditional Academic practice of using landscapes as the backdrop for history paintings or portraits. They were influenced by 17th-century Dutch artists and their English contemporaries, such as John Constable, who looked at native surroundings for inspiration.
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Attractions & Sights
Nancy Weems, director Recitals by gifted high school pianists. Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7:30 p.m. FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA Klauspeter Seibel, conductor Cynthia Woods Mitchell Young Artist Competition Winner, soloist June 27 (Sun.), Moores Opera House, Univ. of Houston, 10 a.m. & 1 p.m., FREE High School Piano Institute Recitals Nancy Weems, director Recitals by gifted high school pianists. June 29 (Tues.), Moores Opera House, University of Houston, 7:30 p.m. PERSPECTIVES: “Summer Fantasies” Anne Leek, oboe; Randall Griffin, clarinet; Andrzej Grabiec, Sean Wang, violin; Karen Ritscher, viola; Shino Hayashi, cello; Timothy Hester, Tali Morgulis, piano
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June 30 (Wed.), Dudley Recital Hall, Univ. of Houston, 7 p.m., FREE Young Artist Chamber Music Small ensemble performances by Festival Orchestra musicians. Minute Maid Park Visit remarkable Astros Field with its 242 foot high retractable roof, and a replica of a 19th century locomotive that runs along the low roof track on the west side of the ballpark. The historic Union Station building features the Astros' flagship retail store and a cafe in the lobby. For daytime walking tours in the off season, call 713-259-8000 / astros.com
Battleship Texas 3527 Battleground Rd./281-479-2411 The San Jacinto Battle-ground, home of the U.S.S. Texas, veteran of two World Wars, and a dozen campaigns. Tours on-board daily. Visit a museum of Texas history and the 570-foot monument to the San Jacinto battle. Open daily 10-5pm. •El campo de batalla de San Jacinto, domicilio del U.S.S.Texas, veterano de dos guerras mundiales y una docena de campa§as.Visitas diarias a bordo.Visite un museo de historia de Texas y el monumento de 570 pies a la batalla de San Jacinto.
Contemporary Arts Museum 5216 Montrose/713-526-3129 / www.camh.org Major local and nationally renowned artists’ works, post 1945 American art, film, concerts and lectures by exhibiting artists. Open Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat.-Sun. 12-5pm.
Downtown Houston Tunnel System Explore 77 buildings, old and new, in the heart of downtown Houston, and experience the quantity and variety of restaurants, shops, and services located 20 feet beneath the streets of the nation's fourth largest city. Open weekdays during business hours. Free. For guided tours
and self-guiding tour publications, call Discover Houston Tours at (713) 222-9255
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston 1001 Bissonnet/713-526-1361 / www.mfah.org Fabulous sculpture garden, European and American masters of renown, African and Egyptian artifacts and a collection of Remington westerns. Open Tue.-Sat., 10am5pm; Thurs., 10am-9pm; and Sun., 12:15-6pm.
The Health Museum 1515 Hermann Dr./713-521-1515
thehealthmuseum.org Interactive museum for all ages features: a walk-through tour of the Amazing Body Pavilion, hands-on science classes in the DeBakey Science Learning Center, films and special programs in the McGovern Theater; and interactive discovery carts. 9am-5pm, Tues.-Sat; Noon-5, Sun; extended free hours on Thurs., 2-5pm. Adm $6; children 4-12, students and senior citizens, $5.
Houston Museum of Natural Science, Wortham Theatre IMAX, Burke Baker Planetarium Herman Park, 1 Herman Circle Drive/713-639-4600 639-IMAX or visit www.hmns.org The forth largest attended museum in the country. Visitors can tour state-of-the-art exhibit halls, explore the universe, stroll through a tropical rainforest filled with live butterflies and enjoy a large format film adventure. Open Mon-Sat 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sun 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. General admission tickets to permanent exhibit halls are $9 for adults, $7 children (3-11) and seniors (62+).
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Space Center Houston is the visitor center for NASA's Johnson Space Center. It's the product of the joint efforts of NASA and Disney Imagineering. Easily the most popular attraction in the Houston area, there's nothing like it anywhere else in the world. You'll find plenty of exhibits and activities to interest both adults and children. Western Dreamin’ We know your child’s dreams are as big as the wild west. Whether they're dreaming about riding and roping on the ranch or racing into first place around the barrels, Cavender’s has the hats, belts, boots, jeans and western shirts kids love! With a selection that can't be beat, and a price that won't break your budget, you can't go wrong! Come on in and shop the latest styles that will make your little cowboy or cowgirl's dreams come true. The Battleship Texas is docked near the San Jacinto Monument. The Texas fought in both World Wars, and has recently been extensively repaired. You can wander all over the ship, above and below deck.
KEMAH The Kemah Boardwalk is a hotel and restaurant destination in which also features a small selection of amusement rides. The main attractions of the 35-acre complex are its many restaurants, recreational sailing, and rides. GALVESTON Railroad Museum, shopping and Victoriana on the Strand, trolley to the ocean side. Rent a bicycle or skates and cruise along the 10 mile seawall. Moody Gardens has a 3D IMAX, a white sand beach, an indoor rainforest and beautiful landscaping.
How Does It Work?... The Fondron Technikids Gallery. Did you ever wonder why you can't see in the dark? Or how your wireless telephone worked? Or even what really happens when you turn the ignition in your car? This multi-level exhibition challenges you to ask and discover the answers to your own science questions with tons of hands-on, investigative experiences. You will explore light and color and even become part of the exhibit with Light Warehouse See what makes a car go with the '66 Mustang in Auto Alley Watch your messages be sent via fiberoptics and check out the history of communication in Phone Zone Challenge yourself to discover something new in the Science Station. You can even lift yourself 5 feet into the air to see how pulleys can make a life lot easier with the Kid Lift For more info contact the Childrens Museum...www.cmhouston.org or call (713) 522-1138
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center
1601 Lake Robbins Drive The Woodlands, Texas 77380 USA Phone: 1-281-367-9797 Fax: 1-281-681-5656
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A meandering waterway within a wooded retreat and at the center of it all lies The Marriott Woodlands Waterway Hotel and Convention Center, a unique state of the art facility offering a distinct setting for your next visit or meeting. Connected via Skybridge to The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, you are just minutes away from the concert stage. Waterway Taxi A fun way to get around the The Woodlands Town Center. For those who want to have a relaxing ride, and take in the scenery, they canWater Taxi take a boat tour on a water taxi along the 1.4-mile long The Woodlands Waterway速. You can board at the designated stops every 45 to 60 minutes. A general public day pass with unlimited rides on the cruisers and trolleys is $4.00. Tickets can be purchased when you board the cruiser, and must be paid with cash.Youth, seniors and the disabled pay half fare. Hours of Operation Monday thru Thursday 11:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m., Friday & Saturday 11:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.
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Jewelers Wright Pawn 6218 Westheimer / 713-780-2274 www.wrightpawn.com Established in 1975, and purchased by the Wright family in 1992. We specialize in diamonds, estate jewelry, designer and signed jewelry, fine watches, gold jewelry, broken and scrap gold, sterling flatware, antiques, crystal, designer handbags, cameras, electronics - most anything of value.
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American / Americano Hard Rock Cafe 502 Texas (Bayou Place)/281-479-7025 Enjoy the famous restaurants tasty Rock'n Roll Chili or take a juicy bite of legendary Hamburger, Chicken, Fish, Salads and Giant Desserts are also on the menu. Don't forget to bring home a Hard Rock Houston tee-shirt.
Goode’s Armadillo Palace 5015 Kirby Drive/713-526-9700 A veritable Old West Saloon with a true feel of the late 1800’s! A full restaurant and bar with Live Texas Music 5 days a week!
Bar & Grill Bubba’s Sports Bar & Grill 6225 Washington Avenue / Phone: (713) 861-7161
Bistro / Cafe Cafe Express 12 Houston Locations Cafe Express' extensive, mouthwatering menu features traditional American favorites, each with a unique gourmet twist. The fast casual experience combines fresh
• Casual Atmosphere • Hearty Breakfasts • Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials • Outside Patio Dining Sunday Monday Tuesday - Friday Saturday
1301 Voss @ Woodway 3116 Bissonnet
8am - 2pm 7am - 2pm 7am - 9pm 8am - 9pm
713-784-3663 713-661-3663
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Locally owned and operated for more than 24 years in the same location, Bubba’s Sports Bar & Grill offers a wide selection of grill favorites in a sporty, inviting atmosphere. From breakfast to lunch to dinner, our restaurant only offers the finest food at the best prices. Happy Hour: Monday–Friday 2 p.m.–7 p.m. Live Entertainment, call for schedule.
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No matter what you order, you'll discover the best deli food west of the Hudson River as well as generous portions that will make your eyes pop! Come hungry and enjoy. Open: Mon-Fri 7-9, Sat-Sun 8-9.
Healthy / Fit My Fit Foods (4 locations)Meyerland 4880 Beechnut 713-664-5326 / Kirkwood 14092 Memorial Dr 281-556-8616 / Shepherd 2608 S. Shepherd 713651-1110 / Uptown Park 1151-8 Uptown park Blvd. 832-384-1650 My Fit Foods is dedicated to only quality foods My Fit Foods will only serve food that has the following qualities - Food that is truly tasty and healthy, Low glycemic carbohydrates that your body will not store as fat, Properly portioned meals designed to fuel your metabolism and burn that fat, Meat that is 90 percent or leaner. Visit one of our four convenient locations. Office and Hotel delivery available, call for details.
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Gourmet India 13155 Westheimer @ Eldridge/281/493-5435 Gourmet India Restaurant has a flair for the finer intricacies of Indian Cuisine. Years of experience and devotion have come together to bring a treat unique to the Houston area, and create the Passage to Culinary Delight! Open 7 days a week. Lunch from 11am - 2:30pm weekdays, 11am - 3pm weekends. Dinner 5:30 - 10:30pm Sunday to Thursday and 5:30 - 11pm on Friday and Saturday.
India's 5704 Richmond/713-266-0131 Serving superb Indian cuisine for over two decades. Magical creations of grilled marinated meats and seafood, plus a heavenly variety of barbecue breads.The rice and vegetable specialties are meals in themselves. Gourmet buffet lunch or á la carte lunch and dinner daily. Catering. high-quality food with the convenience of self-service that allows you to enjoy a quick lunch or a leisurely glass of wine with dinner. Fresh - Causal - Lunch - Dinner Happy Hour -ToGo, visit www.cafe-express.com.
Breakfast / Desayuno The Buffalo Grille 3116 Bissonnet (at Buffalo Speedway)/713-661-3663 1301 Voss (at Woodway)/713-784-3663 Voted best breakfast in Houston by the Zagat survey. Texas-sized Pancakes, Pecan Smoked Bacon, legendary Mexican Breakfasts, bottomless cups of serve-yourself coffee. Casual atmosphere, heaping portions, moderate prices. Lunch daily. Sun 8am to 2pm;Mon 7am to 2pm; Tues-Fri 7am to 9pm; Sat 8am to 9pm.
Casual Dining The Buffalo Grille 3116 Bissonnet (at Buffalo Speedway)/713-661-3663 1301 Voss (at Woodway)/713-784-3663 Enjoy delicious daily lunch & dinner specials in a relaxed casual atmosphere. Heaping portions, moderate prices and Houston’s best breakfast voted by the Zagat survey. Sun 8am to 2pm;Mon 7am to 2pm; Tues-Fri 7am to 9pm; Sat 8am to 9pm.
Delicatessen Kenny & Ziggy's New York Delicatessen Restaurant 2327 Post Oak Blvd. (in the Galleria)/713-871-8883
Italian / Italiano arcodoro ristorante italiano @ bar 5000 Westheimer #120/713-621-6888 A stunning display of whole fish and antipasta draw you forward as the rustic elegance and Sardinian influences of this Northern Italian jewel sweep you away to the Mediterranean. Breads and pizza from the wood-fired oven, Tuscan influenced pastas & authentic Sardinian dishes await.
Arturo”s Uptown Italiano 1180-1 Uptown Park Blvd. / 713-621-1180 This great Italian restaurant by Bill Sadler and Arturo Boada, will charm you with its Tuscan gold hues interspersed with limestone walls, a whimsical mural, red booths, soaring ceilings, soft lighting, romantic music and rosewood floors. And thusly charmed, the New Italian Cuisine will sweep you off your feet. Open for lunch from 11am M-F and straight through until dinner. Dinner M -W until 10 and Thurs-Sat till 11. The bar stays open until the last romantic couple takes their leave.
Mexican / Mexicano 1308 Cantina 1308 Montrose Blvd./713-807-8996 www.eltiempocantina.com A unique Mexican Restaurant that has captured the unforgettable flavors of Hardwood Grilled Seafood and Fajitas. Featuring Gourmet Seafoods and other Specialty Items such as Veal Sweetbreads, Chilies en Nogada, Grilled Swordfish with Coconut Recado and Margaritas.
1308 Cantina features a relaxing Patio, Sunday Brunch and Scenic Views of Montrose, Midtown and Downtown Houston. Complete with Private Dining Areas for Parties and Business Meetings, conveniently located at 1308 Montrose Blvd for you to casually dine… with friends, family or networking with your business associates.
El Tiempo Cantina 3130 Richmond Ave. (between Buffalo Speedway and Kirby)/713-807-1600 and 5602 Washington Ave. 713681-3645 www.eltiempocantina.com First Rate Mexican fare, specializing in quality meats. Top notch verde tamal, enchiladas, chili rellenos are traditional favorites with sweet finishes such as orange flan, sopapillas and empañadas. Continuous service.
Guadalajara Mexican Bar & Grill West: 9799 Katy Fwy./713-461-5300, South: 2925 Southwest Fwy./713-942-0772,Woodlands: 27885 I-45 North/713-362-0774, Downtown: 1201 San Jacinto 713-650-0101
Southern / Comida sureña Magnolia Bar & Grill 6000 Richmond Ave. at Fountainview/713-781-6207 Great South Louisiana Cooking. Late-night jazz, Fri. & Sat. Sunday Buffet brunch at noon. Rhythm and Blues Sunday evenings.
Tintos Spanish Restaurant & Wine Bar in River Oaks offers an outstanding menu of traditional spanish foods for lunch and dinner. Tintos tapas menu offers the opportunity for diners to share and experience a wide variety of foods. Tinto’s has an extensive wine list and you may purchase wines to go. Happy Hour Monday-Friday from 4pm-7pm for 1/2 off on selected wines by the glass and chef selected tapas. Enjoy the outdoor patio that provides the perfect setting to enjoy our delicious Sunday Brunch, served from 11am-3pm. We look forward to seeing you at Tintos for a true Spanish dining experience. • Traditional Spanish Cuisine • Happy Hour Mon-Fri 4pm-7pm • Sunday Brunch 11am-3pm
2015 West Gray, Ste. J • 713-522-1330
tintosrestaurant.com
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Houston’s home for fine Mexican food. Settle in at our table and enjoy favorites like marinade fajitas, melt in your mouth enchiladas and spicy campeche, or choose from one of many creations unique to our kitchen. With four convenient locations in the Houston area, you are never too far away from a great meal in an authentic “Hacienda Style” atmosphere. Whether you have a group of two or two hundred, our chefs always cook to perfection, and serve you with a fiesta attitude.
Spanish Tinto’s Spanish Restaurant and Wine Bar 2015 W. Gray @ Shepherd / 713-522-1330 Tintos offers a wide variety of traditional and modern Spanish tapas that have Cuban and South American influences along with a large selection of Spanish wines as well as wines from all over the world. Weekends feature Flamenco dancing and live Spanish music. Come join us for paella, music and great wines (that you can buy and take home)on our patio.
Steaks & Seafood Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House 5061 Westheimer (in the Galleria) Suite 8060/713.355.2600
Jimmy G's 307 N. Belt E. near Intercontinental Airport/281-931-7654 Fresh Gulf seafood prepared according to Louisiana traditions. Specialties include crawfish ettouffé, fresh snapper and seafood gumbo.
The Rainbow Lodge 2011 Ella Blvd. @ T.C. Jester/713-861-8666 http://www.rainbow-lodge.com Dine on contemporary regional cuisine in a lovely log cabin setting on an acre of ground. The eclectic menu ranges from exotic game, prime beef, impeccably fresh seafood & scrumptious desserts. Open Lunch, Dinner and Sunday Brunch. Closed Mon.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House 6213 Richmond Avenue / 713-789-2333 Serving the finest aged, corn-fed USDA Prime beef. Broiled in a trademark 1,800° oven & served sizzling hot at your table. Additionally, the menu includes select fresh seafood & other meat entrees, including seasonal specialties like foie gras, buffalo strip & scallops. A variety of fresh-cooked vegetables, including seven kinds of potatoes, salads, homemade desserts & an extensive selection of over 100 domestic & imported wines.
Shula’s Steak House 1200 Louisiana (in the Hyatt Regency) 713-375-4777 Shula's Steak House, themed after Don Shula and the 1972 Miami Dolphins serves "The SHULA CUT®," Premium Black Angus Beef which is the Best Beef Money Can Buy. We invite you to join us for an unforgettable experience.
Smith & Wollensky 4007 Westheimer at Highland Village 713-621-7555 The Highland Village location features the distinctive Smith & Wollensky steakhouse décor of painted forest green wood trim on white with latticework flourishes with an interior of polished wood floors and brass trim. This 12,000 square foot restaurant can seat up to 350 guests.
The Capitol Grille 5365 Westheimer/713-623-4600 Our impressive menu of nationally renowned dry aged steaks and the freshest of seafood will ignite your culinary imagination as our award-winning wine list of more than 5,000 bottles awakens your inner sommelier. Experience firsthand why the American Culinary Federation recent-
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Del Frisco's is renowned for its luxurious style, prime beef and extensive cellar of more than 1,800 wine selections, offers only the best selection of meats and seafood, with prime beef as its headliner. This spectacular 13,000-square-foot eatery boasts soaring windows that overlook the swanky Galleria skyline and a second-story mezzanine which features its own bar.
ly bestowed upon us their “Achievement of Excellence Award.” Serving dinner 7days a week starting at 5pm. Private luncheons available
Todai Restaurant 7620 Katy Fwy. @ MarqE Entertainment Center 713-682-0009 Todai features a 160-foot seafood buffet counter brimming with over 40 kinds of sushi and over 15 dishes are served at both the fresh salad bar and hot entree island. A newly added Brazilian Churrascaria-style grill roasts the finest cuts of meat to be carved tableside by our expert and attentive staff, ensuring a one-of-a-kind dining experience.
Truluck’s Steak & Stone Crab 5350 Westheimer/713-783-7270
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Dine in elegance at this captivating & original restaurant where fashionable atmosphere is taken to the limit. Only the freshest seafood, hand selected beef and Stone Crab so fresh in the water today, on your plate tomorrow. Now featuring 90 delicious wines by the glass.
Sushi Kata Robatab Sushi + Grill 3600 Kirby @ Richmond Ave. / 713-526-8858 Kata Robata is Houston’s premiere sushi and Japanese tapas restaurant located near the crossroads of Highway 59 and Kirby. Featuring an exclusive menu from Executive Chef Manabu “Hori” Horiuchi, Kata Robata is a one-ofa-kind journey through the world of traditional Japanese cuisine. Be it grilled meats, vegetables or sushi, Let Hori-san be your guide.
Bubba’s Sports Bar & Grill 6225 Washington Ave (713) 861-7161 www.bubbassportsbarandgrill.com Locally owned and operated for more than 24 years in the same location, Bubba’s Sports Bar & Grill offers a wide selection of grill favorites in a sporty, inviting atmosphere. From breakfast to lunch to dinner, our restaurant only offers the finest food at the best prices. Happy Hour: Monday–Friday 2 p.m.–7 p.m. Live Entertainment, call for schedule.
Nightclubs Belvedere 1131-01 Uptown Park Blvd (713) 552-9271/ www.mercuryroom.com A unique, exciting experience that continues to raise the bar for Houston nightlife.
Meridian 2128 Portsmouth St. (713) 533-1199 www.meridianhouston.com Houston’s hottest club. parties and special events.
Live acts. concerts, private
Pubs Richmond Arms
5920 Richmond Ave. @ Fountainview/713-784-7722 www.richmondarmsonline.com Enjoy a great selection of fine brews in a laid back atmosphere. Over 80 beers on tap, Live English Premier League soccer & breakfast on Sat. & Sun.
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Stags Head 2128 Portsmouth St./713-533-1199 www.stagsheadpub.com The flower-filled patio and twelve-point stag sitting above the main entrance define the exterior of this quaint, yet masculine, English watering hole.. Memories-or fantasies-of Manchester will rise as the aroma of U.K.-flavored dishes like Cornish pasties or the Landlord sandwich are placed on the table.
Sports Bar & Grill Rookies Sports Bar & Grill 305-B Sawdust Rd. The Woodlands/281-362-9610 www.rookiessports.com
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Rookies offers full bar, full service kitchen, great game room, tournaments and activities, live bands, DJ’s, karaoke and of course all major sporting events on 35 screens. Rookies offers a unique combination of sports and live entertainment found nowhere else in Houston.
Adult Entertainment www.allstarsmensclub.com www.jackpotclubs.com www.mensclub.com www.ritzhouston.com www.penthousehouston.com
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