FOOD AND DRINK
It’s crawfish season! Here’s where to find the best crawfish in Houston
crawfish | crawfish boil | FAMILY | food & drink | food and drink | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | THINGS TO DO
3 Houston Rising Star chef honorees reflect on restaurant industry
| October 28, 2025
Community | CULTURE | food and drink | HARDGATE | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE
As someone who’s spent her recent years exploring the culinary treats that Houston has to offer, it’s a relief that the city is finally being acknowledged as the foodie destination it is. Twenty-four magazine issues since Houston was first chosen, the city was front and center again for the September issue of StarChefs Rising Stars magazine. A variety of 22 food professionals were chosen, ranging from chefs to bartenders to bakers.
8 places to get the best breakfast tacos in Houston
| October 7, 2025
breakfast | breakfast tacos | CULTURE | food and drink | food trucks | HARDGATE | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | tex-mex
From food trucks to family joints, these top spots for breakfast tacos in Houston deliver authentic Tex-Mex flavors with homemade tortillas, fresh eggs, and just the right kick.
Houston’s Southern Smoke Festival returns with its biggest lineup yet
| September 29, 2025
2025 southern smoke festival | Community | CULTURE | ENTERTAINMENT | food and drink | HARDGATE | HOUSTON LEAD STORY | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | southern smoke festival | tourism
Sample bites from 85+ top chefs, sip signature cocktails, and enjoy live music at Houston’s biggest culinary block party on October 4.
The best breakfast restaurants in Houston, according to Yelp
| September 16, 2025
Houston may be known for barbecue and Tex-Mex, but the sprawling city has also developed a stellar reputation for breakfast spots. Mexican fusion cafe CasaEma landed on Bon Appetit’s 14 Best New Breakfast Restaurants, serving some of the best pan dulce in the city. The Breakfast Klub—which has quickly become a main attraction in Houston for out-of-towners— has been consistently ranked as one of the best breakfast restaurants in the US by Good Morning America, USA Today, Esquire, and Forbes Magazine.
Where to get the best gluten-free eats In Houston
| August 27, 2025
Community | CULTURE | food and drink | gluten-free | HARDGATE | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | TEXAS
Gluten-free diners don’t need to take chances when it comes to Houston’s food scene. Here’s our guide for gluten-free dining in H-Town.
Discover the 30 Michelin-recognized restaurants in Houston
| July 29, 2025
Houston’s culinary scene has some impressive standouts. Here are the restaurants in Houston that have been honored by the prestigious MICHELIN Guide.
Craving a cone? 8 local Houston ice cream shops to head to
| July 17, 2025
CULTURE | food and drink | frozen custard | HARDGATE | houston ice cream | HTX | HTX-hardgate | ice cream | LIFESTYLE | TEXAS | woman-owned business
From ice cream to custards to crazy, seasonal flavors, stay cool in the sizzling summer heat at these Houston ice cream shops.
Bow-wow! 12 dog-friendly restaurants, bars in Houston
| June 26, 2025
animals | Community | CULTURE | dog-friendly restaurants | food and drink | HARDGATE | houston restaurants | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE | pets | TEXAS
Our guide to Houston dog-friendly restaurants and bars will ensure both you and your pup have plenty of welcoming spots—and tasty food to go along with them.
How 7 iconic Houston businesses got their start
| June 19, 2025
Community | CULTURE | food and drink | HARDGATE | houston restaurants | HTX | HTX-hardgate | THINGS TO DO
You’ve probably spotted these Houston businesses around the city. Learn their history and how they’ve evolved into the legendary companies they are today.
8 restaurants in Houston with insane views
| June 17, 2025
If you’re looking for an insane view while you eat Texas’ best food, you need to check out these eight restaurants in Houston.
The ultimate who’s who of Houston BBQ
| June 16, 2025
Community | CULTURE | food and drink | HARDGATE | houston bbq | houston restaurants | HTX | HTX-hardgate | LIFESTYLE
There’s certainly no shortage of Houston BBQ spots to enjoy all around the city and suburbs. Follow our guide to find the best of the best.
New BBQ coming to Houston, but old shops still smokin’
| June 6, 2025
According to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Terry Black’s BBQ is set to open next summer at 1311 N. Shepherd Drive, Houston. Construction is set to start Aug. 1 and wrap up by June 1 at a cost of $6.5 million for the nearly 8,500-square-foot space.