Portuguese cuisine seems to be an enigmatic concept in the United States. In fact, Portugal in general tends to be a mystery for most. Luckily, Houston restaurant Oporto is shedding light on the rich culture and delicious food of one of Europe’s most gorgeous countries...

Sitting around trying to decide what kind of food you are in the mood for is always a chore. Fusion restaurants that combine cultures are usually a good way to settle things; even better are combination restaurants like Cowboys & Indians Tex-In Kitchen. The unassuming eatery is located on Taft in what could be considered Montrose/Midtown/Fourth Ward. Pairing Indian favorites with Southern essentials, this restaurant is a perfect place to get a variety of eats to try out.

Some nights the plans just do not call for a heavy meal. Good food in the stomach is always a smart choice before starting some weekend drinks, but the last thing you want is to have a brick in the belly on the dance floor.

If it was not already obvious, the Greenway/Upper Kirby area has been the subject of exploration recently. The neighborhood houses a strip of delectable dining experiences all located along Richmond Avenue.

Located on Westheimer, just blocks from Dunlavy, Pistolero’s is at the center of Montrose. This restaurant and bar give off the perfect cantina vibe with low lighting, large televisions, and a huge bar as the centerpiece of its space. Booths line the walls, and a few tall tables scatter in the middle of a roomy dining area. A great soundtrack is always guaranteed. STRFKR and Bear Hands to go with tacos? Awesome.

The menu is not the typical extensive list of a hundred Tex-Mex combos but is perfe

Winter decided to throw Houston a curveball this year by showing up, but that isn’t keeping us inside. So what is the best way to keep warm while enjoying a night out? A cocktail and some ramen at Ninja Ramen. Whether you want to pregame and get your belly full or you want a late-night snack, this place has you covered.

The atmosphere is right between a dive bar and a hole-in-the-wall restaurant. Televisions around the small shop stream anime constantly and little touches like restroom markers