Must-see restaurants in Texas

  • Bohanan's

    San Antonio

    These people take their steaks seriously – at these prices, so should you. Many people can appreciate a great steak, but you'll treasure the experience…

  • Geogeske

    El Paso

    It's hard to describe the strip-mall location: Pleasingly neutral? Not at all strip-mally? No matter, the food is the draw here, both in quality and…

  • Hopdoddy Burger Bar

    Austin

    Folks line up around the block for burgers, fries and shakes – and it's not because they're hard to come by in Austin. It's because the Hopdoddy chain's…

  • Crave Kitchen & Bar – East

    El Paso

    The eastern outpost of this popular, four-strong local chain is an early-morning favorite for its excellent breakfast menu, featuring all sorts of grains,…

  • Cafe Brasil

    Houston

    Within its capacious bare-brick walls, this vibrant neighborhood cafe serves everything from morning espressos, via fresh soups, salads and pizzas, to…

  • Stampede 66

    Dallas

    Famed chef Stephan Pyles is behind this popular Uptown eatery. Enjoy imaginative takes on Texas classics from fried oyster tacos to duck and shrimp…

  • Texas Chili Parlor

    Austin

    Ready for an X-rated meal? Venture into the large dining room that lurks behind the frankly unenticing facade of this Austin institution. When ordering…

  • Whip In

    Austin

    It started as a convenience store on a frontage road. Then the beer and Indian food started to take over. Now it's part Indian restaurant, part bar and…

  • Railhead Smokehouse

    Fort Worth

    Railroad is, to some, the legendary barbecue of Fort Worth. It's a no-frills rustic place (in a big parking lot and across from an animal hospital), where…

  • Hunky's

    Dallas

    Reclaim your innocence (or at least get a damn good malt) in this throwback chain of diners that's a far cry from those themed places where waitresses…

  • Paloma Blanca

    San Antonio

    There are oodles of great Mexican choices around, but this place sets itself apart with a sleek and stylish ambience – think dim lighting, exposed brick…

  • HG Sply Co

    Dallas

    This lively local stalwart, in the appealing Lower Greenville neighborhood 3 miles northeast of downtown, does a good job of pleasing all palates…

  • Fearing's

    Dallas

    Press accolades keep pouring in for chef Dean Fearing's four-star, four-dining room restaurant in the Ritz-Carlton. No need to dress up to enjoy the…

  • La Condesa

    Austin

    Here in slacky Slackerville, decor is often an afterthought, but La Condesa came along and changed all that with an eye-poppingly gorgeous space that's…

  • Casa Rio

    San Antonio

    One of San Antonio's oldest Mexican restaurants, Casa Rio has been around since 1946, and the building itself is a Spanish hacienda that dates back to the…

  • Mary Ann's Pig Stand

    San Antonio

    The history, the ambience, the neon sign shaped like an enormous pig… it's hard to say what we love most about this diner, which has been around since the…

  • Schilo's German Delicatessen

    San Antonio

    Schilo's has certainly earned its ambience: this German restaurant has been around since 1917 and looks the part, down to the wooden booths and the…

  • Rosario's Mexican Cafe

    San Antonio

    This lively restaurant, half a mile south of downtown, is always hopping, its huge street-corner windows letting in natural light and wistful glances from…

  • Chicos Tacos

    El Paso

    With two locations, Chicos Tacos specializes in its namesake fare – with lots of garlic. Expect a crowd at this fast-food joint from about 10pm to…

  • Bonnell’s

    Fort Worth

    This is pure Texan fine dining (motto: 'Down home, yet upscale'), featuring products from local farms and ranches: strip steak, venison tenderloin, pork…

  • Earl Abel's

    San Antonio

    Earl Abel's has been feeding San Antonians since 1933. This isn't the original location, but it keeps the tradition alive, with photos and memorabilia…

  • Rodeo Goat

    Fort Worth

    Dine alone along the bar or mingle at communal tables with the other boisterous groups of hipster burger-lovers. The chef here keeps on inventing…

  • Shinjuku Station

    Fort Worth

    Shinjuku is a hip little Japanese izakaya (a sort of Japanese gastropub) that whips up creative dishes that are ideal for sharing. Beer-braised pork buns,…

  • H&H Coffee Shop

    El Paso

    It doesn't look like much, but sometimes good things come in weird packages. This hole-in-the-wall – which, curiously, is attached to a car wash – is a…

  • Hubcap Grill

    Houston

    Maybe Hubcap is popular because everything's homemade, from the freshly formed beef patties to the site-baked buns and hand-cut fries. The choices are…

  • Hattie's

    Dallas

    Upscale Southern comfort food with a modern twist keeps this Bishop Arts District fave packed with locals. Dig into fried green tomatoes, low-country…

  • Indika

    Houston

    Behind the modern yellow facade, Indika's enticing dining room sets the tone for its sublime Indian food, a fusion of authentic tastes and adventurous…

  • Saint-Emilion

    Fort Worth

    Perfect for capping off a day at the museums, this quaint Cultural District charmer serves rustic French food. You can order off the menu or go for a prix…

  • Las Canarias

    San Antonio

    American standards are classed up with a dash of global flair at the signature restaurant in the upscale Omni La Mansion del Rio. Shrimp and grits with…

  • Brooklyn Athletic Club

    Houston

    Patios, bocce ball, croquet fields, deejays, cornhole (a game involving a big hole and bean bags) and a wonderfully fun vibe make BAC the kind of place…

  • Chez Nous

    Austin

    This classic Parisian-style bistro has been quietly serving excellent food since 1982. Low-key and casual, Chez Nous is as unpretentious as they come, and…

  • Crisostomo

    El Paso

    What do you do when you run a hugely popular burrito joint in Juárez but your customers stop crossing over to see you? You cross over to them. This…

  • Tacos A Go Go

    Houston

    Everyone has their own favorite of the served-all-day, scrambled-egg breakfast tacos here: we like bacon, bean and potato – with jalepeño, of course. One…

  • Taco Cabana

    El Paso

    In El Paso, even the fast-food Tex-Mex is great. In addition to this central location on I-10, this chain has locations all over town: keep an eye out for…

  • Cosmic Café

    Dallas

    Spectacularly colourful both inside and out, and bedecked with ornate carvings, Cosmic Café serves delicious vegetarian food. While predominantly Indian,…

  • Atrium Cafe

    Dallas

    Great and creative cafe fare in the museum. The burgers, chicken sandwiches, soups and more are made with flair. Look for seasonal specials and a kids'…

  • Amigos

    El Paso

    This sunny spot on Montana is a reliable favorite that will jolt your taste buds from their ennui. The friendly owner can let you know which dishes really…

  • Hyde Park Bar & Grill

    Austin

    Look for the enormous fork out front to guide you to this homey neighborhood haunt. The diverse menu has plenty of options, but no matter what you choose,…

  • Dream Cafe

    Dallas

    Start your day early with a fabulous breakfast (get anything with Benedict in the name), or relax on the vine-covered patio at lunchtime with some healthy…

  • La Grange

    Houston

    Enjoy Tex-Mex and Latin-accent flavors on good-priced mains at this frolicsome bar-restaurant. There's a big patio, shuffleboard and other diversions. It…

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