Beyond partaking in all of the festive goings on that the summer season brings, Houstonians are gearing up for 713 Day this weekend, the unofficial holiday celebrating the city of Houston that is named after its original area code.
Every year on July 13, restaurants and bars around town host festive gatherings, offer food and drink specials, and give locals lots of reasons to share the love they have for Houston. Whether you’re a devoted Houston native, or a “Newstonian” who freshly calls the city home, enjoy a sense of community and belonging this Sunday at these spots pulling out all the spots for 713 Day.
Fielding’s River Oaks
Fielding’s River Oaks is ringing in 713 Day with a special happy hour brunch on Sunday, July 13. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., guests can take advantage of half off Fielding’s cocktails, $3 off wines by the glass, and $2 off beers, while enjoying the restaurant’s signature brunch menu with highlights including lemon cream cheese pancakes, steak and eggs, and chilaquiles. Reservations are encouraged. 3750 Westheimer Rd., Houston, fieldings.com
Sylvia’s Enchiladas
For two and a half decades, Sylvia’s Enchiladas has honored the Texas and Mexican cities that the restaurant’s 19 different enchiladas are inspired by and named after, but its own hometown of Houston was notably missing from the bunch. Chef-owner Sylvia Casarez fittingly chose this year’s 713 Day to introduce her 20th enchilada, “the Houston”, to the menu. The enchilada, a spicy barbacoa variety topped with chile de arbol red sauce, fresh onions, and cheese, pays homage to Houston’s rich barbecue culture. When it officially debuts on Sunday, July 13, a platter with rice and beans for $18.95 will serve as an exclusive off-the-menu item for those who request it at either of Sylvia’s Enchiladas location for lunch and dinner. Multiple locations, sylviasenchiladas.com
Christian’s Tailgate
Christian’s Tailgate is giving people a reason to toast 713 Day and the Astros as they take on the Rangers at home on Sunday, July 13 with its $5 Orbit shot, a boozy mix of Deep Eddy peach, Sprite, and a blue sugar rim. Pair with Christian’s famed cheeseburgers or a hot dog, and cheer on the home team with a full belly. Multiple locations, christianstailgate.com
Hungry’s
In an effort to thank their loyal customers for supporting the restaurant for a whopping 50 years, all Hungry’s locations will offer guests a complimentary order of hummus with the purchase of any entree on 713 Day. Multiple locations, hungryscafe.com
Arnaldo Richards’ Picos
Picos’ house shaker margarita will be discounted to $7.13 all day on Sunday, July 13. Guests can belly up to the bar to enjoy the refillable drink that comes with its own shaker, and stay for bottomless chips and salsa and a meal of seafood enchiladas. 3601 Kirby Dr., Houston, picos.net
The Original Ninfa’s
In honor of 713 Day, the Original Ninfa’s Uptown location is discounting two customer favorites, the chile con queso (usually $13) and the famed Ninfarita (usually $11) to $7.13 each all day on Sunday, July 13. Take your sipper and snack out to the covered patio and bask in the savings. 1700 Post Oak Blvd., Houston ninfas.com
Pizaro’s Pizza
Both locations of Pizaro’s Pizza are discounting the Napoletana margherita pizza (normally $17.50) to just $7.13 all day on 713 Day. The pie, made with tomato sauce, housemade mozzarella, extra virgin olive oil, and basil, can be had for dine-in or ordered for carryout by phone only to those who mention “713 Day” to claim the offer. Multiple locations, pizarospizza.com
WILD
Both Heights and Montrose locations of WILD will be open from 8 a.m. to midnight on 713 Day, and they are commemorating the day with two limited-edition cocktails, priced at $7.13. The Still Sippin’ is crafted with Maker’s Mark 101, Four Roses Single Barrel, maple and bitters; and the Purple Rain is made with Rémy Martin, coconut, ube, butterfly pea tea, pineapple, clarified citrus and Topo Chico. Multiple locations, wildconcepts.com
Duck N Bao
Fourteen cocktails from Duck N Bao’s Fun & Relaxed menu (normally $10) will be discounted to $7.13 on Sunday, July 13. Among the many options are a lychee martini and an azalea margarita, which serve as sweet refreshers alongside Duck N Bao’s fiery menu of Chinese traditions. Multiple locations, ducknbao.com
Axelrad
Axelrad is hosting a Houston 713 Day celebration from 5 to 10 p.m. on Sunday, July 13 with specials like $1 off all Houston draft beer and appearances by Houston artists Grimm, and Chicano Boulevard. Guests can stretch out in the sprawling beer garden, which will feature live art by Meenr, DJs, local vendors, and more. 1517 Alabama St., Houston, axelradbeergarden.com
Bayou Heights Biergarten
Bayou Heights Biergarten is hosting a free celebration, coined 713 Fest, from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. on Sunday, July 13. During the night, which is dedicated to all things H-Town, guests are welcome to enjoy live DJ sets from Whitney Screwston + Jupiter, while perusing stock from local vendors and enjoying Houston-themed sips like the Sittin’ Sideways cocktail, made with vodka, elderflower, crème de violette, lemon, and absinthe. 3905 Washington Ave, Houston, bayouheightsbiergarten.com
Houston Food Bank
On Sunday, July 13, the Houston Food Bank will host its second annual 713 Day volunteer shift and celebration at its premises. Those who are interested may register for the 9 a.m. traditional volunteer shift, and will be included in a post-shift 713 Day celebration from 11 a.m to 1 p.m., co-sponsored by Active Athlete and Houston Dynamo/Dash featuring food, music by DJ Bloom, and photo-ops with the Astros’ 2017 and 2022 championship trophies. Radio station 97.9 the Box will be on site, and party-goers will be treated to free scoops from Ben & Jerry’s. 713 Day shirts will also be available for sale with 100% of proceeds benefitting the Houston Food Bank. 535 Portwall St., Houston, houstonfoodbank.org
Solarium
Solarium is discounting its signature Purple Drank cocktail, made with 12-year aged rum, coconut, ube, pineapple and lime, to $7.13 on Sunday, July 13. As a bonus, $1 from each drink sold will be donated to Kerr County relief efforts, and t-shirt brand Sam and Davy will be onsite on Sunday selling merch with 100% of proceeds going to the cause. 820 Holman St., Houston, solariumhouston.com
Ouisie’s Table
From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 13, Ousie’s Table is discounting all of the cocktails on its Sunday brunch menu, plus all plates in the Starters section, to $7.13. Among the discounted options are the perfect peach bellini, expresso martini, and appetizers like shrimp and crab tower, crispy calamari, and Gulf crab cakes. 3939 San Felipe St, Houston, ouisiestable.com
Bayou & Bottle
Bayou & Bottle, located on the lobby level of the Four Seasons in Downtown, is celebrating Houston by serving up chef Gaby Jimenez’ wagyu beef hot dog with fries and a locally-brewed Equal Parts Loggerbier draft for $7.13 all day on Sunday, July 13. 1300 Lamar St, Houston, fourseasons.com/houston/dining/lounges/bayou-and-bottle/
713 Day Block Party – Meow Wolf & Saint Arnold Brewing
East Downtown neighbors Meow Wolf and Saint Arnold Brewing Company are collaborating on a 713 Day Block Party, transforming their city block into a free outdoor party from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 13. Guests can access the event at the entrance on Lyons Avenue, and enjoy live music, a pop-up chrome portal, local merch, and free Popston pops, while supplies last. Saint Arnold will offer commemorative 713 Day pint glasses, a special Purple Syrup twist on their Boiler Room Berliner Weisse, and a curated Space City Local Market featuring Houston artists and makers.
