Best Restaurants in the Third Ward

WRITING AND PHOTO BY AUTUMN RENDALL

If you’re interested in eating some great cuisine while supporting local businesses, look no further than the Third Ward. With a collection of savory, sweet and vegan options — there’s something for everyone to dig into without even leaving the neighborhood. Here’s some of the best restaurants the Third Ward has to offer:

This Third Ward bakery is known for its insanely delicious and homeade stuffed cupcakes, cookies and brownies — available in vegan, non-vegan and gluten free options. Try the “Cookie Minaj” or the vegan Oreo cupcake if you get the chance! Currently, the business accepts online pre-orders for curbside pickup and walk-ins. For a delicious burger and a tasty milkshake at a price that’s even sweeter, Cream Burger is a must visit burger spot that’s right near the UH campus. Named for its famously good burgers and milkshakes, the shack has been run by the same family since 1961. French fries, hot dogs and frito pies can also be found on the menu.

2. Frenchy’s Chicken

What wonderful thing is there to say about Frenchy’s that hasn’t already been said? This fried chicken-based establishment is a staple of both Houston and the Third Ward. Even iconic Houstonnative celebrities like Beyonce and Travis Scott have recommended the restaurant. Try the Creole Sampler to brighten your day. Stuffed. Chicken. Wings. Need I say more? This restaurant is known for its chicken wings that can be stuffed with dirty rice, boudin, seafood boudin and mac and cheese. Try an order of eight seafood stuff’d wings for an amazing meal. With a mission to end food deserts while offering delicious, nutritious and plant-based meals to the Third Ward, Soul Food Vegan has become a huge hit in the area over the last five years. They’ve got plenty of classic southern and cajun comfort food options like poboys, boudin balls, burgers and more —

4. Cream Burger

5. STUFF’d Wings

and it’s all vegan too!

6. This Is It Soul Food

This Is It is one of the city’s oldest soul food restaurants — and one of the most iconic ones at that. Their slogan “where every meal gives you a Sunday feel” couldn’t be more true. Try the Ox Tails Plate with sides of mac and cheese, mashed potatoes, rice and gravy, and two pieces of cornbread. Don’t forget to order their banana pudding to finish it off!

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