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March 31, 2026

Houston Scores Big with 2026 James Beard Award Finalists, Landing Nods Across Top Chef and Restaurant Categories

Houston contenders earn national recognition across six major categories at the 2026 James Beard Awards

March 23, 2026

Houston’s Steakhouse Scene Is Reinventing Itself—From New Family-Friendly Spots to Luxe Chophouses

A new wave of restaurants is reshaping what a steakhouse looks like in Houston

March 2, 2026

2026 World’s Championship Bar-B-Que Contest Winners: Full Results from Houston’s Rodeo Cook-Off

All Jacked Up Claims RodeoHouston’s Top BBQ Crown

February 23, 2026

Rodeo Uncorked! 2026 Best Bites Winners: The Top Dishes from Houston’s Premier Rodeo Food Event

From tomahawk steaks to bread pudding, here are the restaurants that took home top honors at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo’s 2026 Best Bites competition

December 18, 2025

Side Stepping: Houston’s Best Barbecue Side Dishes

Main-event meats get all the attention, but side dishes are just as essential to the barbecue dining experience

August 7, 2025

Smaller Bites, Big Flavor: Houston Restaurants Serving Half Portions for Lighter Appetites

When you’re not in the mood for Texas-sized portions, go for a half at these restaurants plating with intention

July 17, 2025

There’s Lots to Love About This Louisiana Sandwich: Where to Find the Best Po’Boys in Houston

From traditional takes on the hefty handheld to boundary-pushing interpretations, these are some of the city’s best

June 17, 2025

Houston-area Chef Wins Best in Texas at 2025 James Beard Awards

Of the four local nominees, Thomas Bille of Old Town Spring’s Belly of the Beast was the sole Houstonian to take top honors

June 9, 2025

In Its Milestone 60th Year, Tony’s Stands Firm as One of Houston’s Finest Restaurants by Evolving with the Times

Under the watchful eyes of Donna Vallone and chef Kate McLean, Tony Vallone’s namesake restaurant celebrates times past, while wholly embracing a new era of diners

May 28, 2025

10 Dallas-Area BBQ Joints Named Among Texas Monthly’s Top 50

The list showcases the city’s diverse scene, highlighting trusted restaurants alongside rising stars