Houston's Hot List
By Joshua Hinsdale, Houston Editor
Looking for some ideas for a good time in Houston this week? Our editors have compiled a list of restaurants, bars and other outings that are ideal for a romantic date or a night on the town with friends.
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Cullen's Upscale American Grille
11500 Space Center Blvd, Houston, TX
Casual sophistication comes to Clear Lake in a big way with this grand restaurant specializing in prime rib, short ribs and fresh seafood, plus try their signature salads, fresh pasta and hearth burgers. Live music and an outdoor patio make it great for lingering with a drink. -
Open City
2416 Brazos St, Ste A, Houston, TX
Midtown restaurant and rooftop bar for upscale American fare, late-night cocktails and stunning skyline view. -
VOICE Restaurant and Lounge
220 Main St, Houston, TX
Hotel Icon's lobby restaurant adds lip service to the upscale offerings for New American cuisine in downtown Houston. -
J's Bistro
4502 Highway 6 N, Houston, TX
Locally trained chef blends the flavors of Europe and Asia with beer pairings from around the world. -
The Treehouse
1611 Lamar St, Houston, TX
Tequila bar above The Grove with towering, Tarzan-like views of downtown. -
The Laff Stop
526 Waugh Dr, Houston, TX
Heavy-hitting comics, both national and local, in a comfortable place to laugh and drink. -
The Drake
1902 Washington Ave, Ste E, Houston, TX
Super-spacious Midtown club/lounge where the late 20-something and early 30-something crowd goes to take part in the prime Houston party scene. -
Minute Maid Park
501 Crawford St, Houston, TX
This $250 million downtown ballpark is a hit with fans enamored of its retro styling, up-close seating and retractable roof. -
B.U.S. Bar
1800 Texas St, Houston, TX
Top spot for drinks and socializing before and after an Astros game. -
Toyota Center
1510 Polk St, Houston, TX
The comfortably elegant steel-and-glass monolith hosts the Rockets, Comets and Aeros. -
Verizon Wireless Theater
520 Texas Ave., Houston, TX
This versatile space can accommodate a mosh pit, an intimate cabaret or a traditional theater production. -
Last Concert Cafe
1403 Nance St, Houston, TX
This hidden den of music and munchies has a speakeasy feel--you have to knock to gain entrance. -
Warehouse Live
813 St. Emanuel Street, Houston, TX
Warehouse District music venue for big name touring acts and up-and-coming bands. -
Discovery Green Park
1500 McKinney Dr, Houston, TX
This 12-acre park across from the George R. Brown Convention Center hosts a great summer concert series. -
Citizen Lounge
4606 Washington Ave, Houston, TX
Exclusive, upscale lounge in the Heights boasting a more moneyed and mature crowd than other nearby Midtown spots. -
Salvador Dali: The Argillet Collection
The Russell Collection presents "Salvador Dali: The Argillet Collection," showcasing works by the notorious Surrealist Salvador Dali (1904-1989) and other artists from the movement. Exhibit hangs through June 2008. -
Houston Tour de Champagne
This gourmet event on May 30 at Hotel Derek brings together more than 20 types of champagne, great food, chef demonstrations and live music.
