Simply put, Chad and I LOVE food...all aspects of food! Wether we are cooking a new recipe at home or trying a new restaurant, the mood that food brings to the table is good for the heart (unless you are eating fried food).
With so many food options surrounding us, we have made it a goal to not eat chain within our first year of living here unless we are with friends or family. We thought it would be fun to share with you our Top 10 food experiences in hopes of receiving new recommendations in return.
Because each experience has been so different and difficult to compare, the listing is in alphabetical order.
TOP 10
Carter and Cooley
Chad and I stumbled upon this landmark deli as we explored the Heights' 19th Street strip. The food was good but the history surrounding the building and the friendly counter staff is unforgettable. As we walked into the deli we must have given off the "newbie" look, the owner of the deli immediately told us the items on the menu we had to order. It was as if he was wanting to give us the best first impression ever. We then spent 15 min. with the cashier talking about A&M and listening to him recall the good ole Bonfire days. I'm sure we could have chatted with him all day about A&M but 19th Street was calling our name. We left Carter and Cooley feeling like we were now regulars.
Cedar Creek
Cedar Creek had been recommended to us many times as a place we needed to try. With the weather cooling off and the wonderful outdoor dining of Cedar Creek, Chad and I thought it would be a great place to meet some of our friends. They had a wide variety of food that was easy to please all of our tastes, live music the wasn't too loud, and a laid back atmosphere that allowed us to enjoy each others company.
Celtic Gardens
College football season is underway and we had to find the perfect place to cheer on the Ags. After 3 attempts to watch games at the popular Aggie bar, we went around the corner and found this little gem. Delicious white sangria and an awesome outdoor space make this the perfect place to cheer on the Ags!
Chatters
This is our go-to option when we are looking for a good meal without spending $$$! The food is AMAZING, the staff is friendly and it is located directly across the street from our apt. Oh yeah, it is in a house with a style that I would like to own!
CoCos Crepes
French style crepe restaurant that reminds us of our favorite crepe spot in Denver. The savory crepes are super fresh and the dessert crepes are totally worth the calories! It is located in the heart of midtown so it is a great place to sit outside and people watch.
Dragon Bowl Asian Bistro
Neighborhood Asian restaurant in the Heights. The friendly staff and somehow "light" Asian food made up for the interesting taste in decor. We walked in expecting to walk out with the usual overly full Chinese food belly but was pleasantly surprised with the light and slightly different tasting dishes.
Grocery Stores
Selection, freshness and proximity, I couldn't ask for more!
HEB
Whole Foods
Ibeza Food and Wine Bar
Chad and I were the beneficiaries of a unique experience with a multi course Chef's Selection Dinner auction donation at this "Who's Who" spot of Houston. After watching many episodes of Iron Chef and Chopped, I couldn't wait to test my Food Network judging skills. The results proved that after 8 courses of delicious, exotic dishes with ingredients I could not pronounce, I shall remain an "Armchair" Food Network judge. BTW, the desserts are bigger than my head and taste better than most things you've ever had.
Laredo Taqueria
The reviews are correct. The line is out the door, the service is pushy and the tacos are worth it all.
Niko Nikos
After hearing that Niko Niko's was featured on 'Diners, Drive-ins and Dives', this restaurant was a must try. They serve delicious Greek food in huge Greek portions that make you say "Opa"!
Got recommendations? We would love to hear them!
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