Houston Restaurants

El Tiempo Cantina on Washington Avenue, part of the Laurenzo family’s growing Tex-Mex empire. Features the same acclaimed fajitas and margaritas that made the brand...

El Tiempo Cantina’s Montrose-area location on Westheimer Road. Another outpost of the Laurenzo family’s beloved Tex-Mex brand featuring fajitas, enchiladas, and margaritas.

A casual Tex-Mex taqueria from the Laurenzo family, complementing the nearby El Tiempo Cantina on Washington Avenue. Acquired from a 20-year-old Matamoros Meat Market and...

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...

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...

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...

Announced in December 2018 and opened soon after as the Trevino family’s first expansion beyond Montrose, La Mex is the fast-casual sister concept to La...

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...

Bryan Caswell’s newest concept, opened in 2025. An American coastal and Mediterranean restaurant reflecting the STHS alum’s lifelong love for food that feeds the soul....

A celebration of the Italian and American side of the Laurenzo family heritage. Created by the founders of El Tiempo Cantina, Laurenzo’s features Gulf seafood,...