Eating Good in the Neighborhood

Last week was Houston's Restaurant Week and I managed to do my fair share of dining damage. In case you missed out, a few of the restaurants have decided to extend their $35 three-course specials through Sunday, August 24th.

Julie and I kicked the week off at The Grove, the much talked about eco-friendly restaurant overlooking Discovery Green. The food—and service—left little to be desired, but the 10,000 square-foot glass, wood, and steel building was worth the trip. I wouldn't mind revisiting for a cocktail atop the second floor “Treehouse” deck.

Del Frisco's on Wednesday with a dear high school friend. We felt a little out of place amongst the briefcases and stiff suits, but the food was so very good we didn't mind. She ordered the steak, I the fish, and we shared everything else...not leaving a single morsel behind. Next time we're itching for steak, I'd love to try the Strip House, which apparently has a younger, less corporate crowd.

I ended the week at So Vino and after starting with a truffled Taleggio and mushroom pizza, we were in for a treat! I can't say enough wonderful things about the food and we never felt rushed. We were all a bit bummed when they ran out of their famous braised short ribs, so we each opted for Plan B [mine being Shrimp and Grits]. Another happy plate was made and I am currently in restaurant detox.


It was fun to support End Hunger while spending long nights dining at new places with sweet friends. If you're a serious Houston foodie, Teresa Byrne Dodge just launched The Ultimate Food Lover’s Guide to Houston that highlights restaurants, bakeries, ethnic grocers, coffeehouses, farmers' markets, cooking schools, wine bars, sweet shops and much more.