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Houston Restaurants

Explore Houston's best restaurants, all connected through a proud tradition of culinary excellence.

29 restaurants
Arandas Bakery storefront at night with illuminated neon sign and stucco building with arched windows at Arandas Bakery
Bakery
Danny Hernandez '08 · Class of 2008

Arandas Bakery

Est. 1993
A beloved Houston institution, Arandas Bakery is a family-operated chain of traditional Mexican bakeries with multiple locations across the greater Houston area. Connected to STHS...
Bakery
📍 Southwest
Barbacana restaurant building exterior with brick facade and signage at Barbacana
Mexican
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Christian Hernandez '08 · Class of 2008

Barbacana

Est. 2024
A modern Mexican restaurant in Houston’s historic downtown district, Barbacana is owned and operated by STHS alum Christian Hernandez ’08. Located on Franklin Street in...
Mexican
Exterior of Carrabba's on Kirby with Tuscan-style yellow stucco facade clay tile roof striped awnings and fountain entrance in Houston
Italian
Johnny C. Carrabba III '77 / Damian Mandola '71 · Class of 1977

Carrabba’s — The Original on Kirby

Est. 1986
For over 30 years, Carrabba’s has been Houston’s true neighborhood restaurant. Family owned and operated, The Original Carrabba’s on Kirby Drive opened on December 26,...
Italian
📍 Upper Kirby
Carrabba's The Original on Voss restaurant exterior at twilight with illuminated sign and street light trails on South Voss Road in Houston
Italian
Johnny C. Carrabba III '77 · Class of 1977

Carrabba’s — The Original on Voss

Est. 1988
The second original Carrabba’s location, opened on Voss Road and Woodway Drive in 1988. Family owned and operated, sharing the same kitchen philosophy and family...
Italian
📍 Galleria
Brick storefront with Craft Pita signage, large potted tropical plants, and outdoor patio seating at Craft Pita
Mediterranean
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Raffi Nasr '10 · Class of 2010

Craft Pita — Fountain View

A popular fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant founded with involvement from STHS alum Raffi Nasr ’10. Craft Pita has grown into a multi-location concept known for made-to-order...
Mediterranean
Laurenzo's El Tiempo Cantina building with turquoise entrance gate, tropical landscaping, and terra cotta roof at El Tiempo Cantina
Mexican
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Domenic Laurenzo '89 · Class of 1989

El Tiempo Cantina — Navigation

Est. 1998
The flagship location of Houston’s premier Tex-Mex dynasty, El Tiempo Cantina on Navigation Boulevard carries forward the legendary recipes of Ninfa Laurenzo — the Godmother...
Mexican
📍 East End
Exterior of Gatlin's BBQ restaurant with stone and stucco facade and large sign on Ella Boulevard in Houston
BBQ
Greg Gatlin '98 · Class of 1998

Gatlin’s BBQ

Est. 2010
One of Houston’s most celebrated barbecue destinations, opened in 2010 by STHS alum Greg Gatlin ’98. Known for exceptional brisket and St. Louis-cut ribs. A...
BBQ
📍 Heights
Exterior of Gatlin's Fins and Feathers with chicken logo mural and red signage on Crosstimbers Street in Houston
Seafood
Greg Gatlin '98 · Class of 1998

Gatlin’s Fins & Feathers

Est. 2022
Opened in 2022, Gatlin’s Fins & Feathers is an expansion of the Gatlin’s brand by STHS alum Greg Gatlin ’98, showcasing his versatility beyond barbecue...
Seafood Southern
📍 Heights
Grace's on Kirby brick restaurant exterior with illuminated sign against dramatic sunset sky on Kirby Drive in Houston
American
Johnny C. Carrabba III '77 · Class of 1977

Grace’s on Kirby

Est. 2014
Opened in 2014 and affectionately named after Johnny Carrabba’s grandmother, Grace Mandola. The fourth family-owned restaurant for the Carrabba family, offering American cuisine with Southern...
American
📍 Upper Kirby
Yellow building with La Mexicana sign, covered canopy tent with string lights, and red patio benches at La Mexicana
Mexican
Dante Trevino '98 · Class of 1998

La Mexicana Restaurant

Est. 1982
A traditional Mexican restaurant on Fairview Street in the heart of Montrose, owned by STHS alum Dante Trevino ’98. La Mexicana serves authentic Mexican cuisine...
Mexican