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Sauna’s Foodie List- From Restaurants to Food Trucks
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items When I tell you Houston is one the most diverse cities in food, I mean that you can find almost every type of cuisine somewhere in or outside the loop. You wanna try something new? I got you from sushi (my favorite 😍) to tacos to Lebanese!
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🍣Sushi Galore (and other Seafood options)
🌆Dine Feeling Fancy
🌏South Asian Cuisine
🍰🍦Sweet Treats
💨Food Trucks
🔥Casual Gems
🍣Sushi Galore (and other Seafood options)
My favorite food is sushi. I dedicate all these restaurants to helping me spoil my taste palate 🥰
A little newer, opening at the end of 2025. I love these intimate places with limited seating. Here, it’s 17 seats!
Whether you go alone, with a partner, or a couple of friends, the staff is hospitable, friendly, and knowledgeable of their menu. Thi...
Handroll Social
I randomly decided to come to this spot after working half a day, and it was not busy at all. Located on Westheimer in between Montrose and Midtown. Expensive, but definitely worth it given the quality ingredients.
If you sit at the bar, you can wat...
Soto Houston
Went here on a double date during Houston’s Restaurant Week. Absolutely delicious! Their oysters were big when we went. They also serve brunch, which I cannot wait to try one day 😋
Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette- Multiple Locations
Eating the last piece of the Red Devil Roll as we speak 🤤 My boss ordered this for team lunch, and I definitely need to make a trip of my own! The flavors are bold and delicious! From their menu, they cover everything from cold & hot appetizers ...
Azuma
I took my partner here for his birthday and we both were blown away by the high quality food and service! With only 10 seats, this is perfect for a date (lunch or dinner).
Cleverly hidden in Rice Village, they serve omakase style; but after tasting ...
Sushi by Hidden
I have to say, I have tried the majority of the locations and they all taste the same: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I always get their oysters and crawfish; and sometimes snow crab. They have different sauces and spices for the shellfish that are really flavorful. I ...
Crawfish Cafe- Multiple Locations
Randomly came here for a quick lunch. It is hidden behind the hospitals on Gessner Rd, so I would parking in the garages nearby.
Ordered the nigiri flight and the fish slices were fresh, buttery, and delicious! I recommend coming during happy hour (...
KUU- Authentic Japanese Restaurant
🌆Dine Feeling Fancy
Clink! 🥂
Such a fun and cute bar! Sitting above Uchi in the heart of Montrose, this place offers tasty cocktails, wines and a small yet appealing food menu (highly recommend the spicy vodka pasta!!) You can even get photo ops everywhere in and out of the bar....
Sophie Cocktail & Terrace
Went here with my partner for a friend’s birthday dinner. A fancy restaurant with a dress code (jeans not preferred). From the wine selection to the seafood to the Tomahawk steak, everything was OUTSTANDING!! Great service here as well!
Steak 48
A great Brazilian steakhouse chain! I always come here with my parents for lunch. You can order à la carte, but we go for the Churrasco Experience—unlimited trips to the salad/cold food bar and meats brought to your table 🤤🥩
Fogo de Chão- Multiple Locations
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I came here for a family-friend Sunday brunch and enjoyed everything they served! Also serve great cocktails. Would love to come back when they have their regular menu.
Birraporetti's
Remarkable ceviche, sushi, and appetizers! Every bite is packed with bold flavors. Great options to try something new and expand your cuisine!
I tried half of the ceviches (was with 5 other people), Pulpo (octopus tentacle), and their cheesecake.
Pacha Nikkei
🌏South Asian Cuisine
Would love to travel to this part of the world… but have to stick with these for now!
I always go here with my mom for lunch/dinner. One of the best and simple Vietnamese restaurants in the outer loop of Houston (Richmond). If you have a peanut allergy, just know most of their dishes will have them, but you can ask to leave them out. ...
Pho Saigon
This is one of (if not THEE) only place to get Sri Lakan food, plus South Asian groceries, novelties, and smoke items if you partake. Open 24 hours, you can come here for a late night craving and if you forgot some milk. Prices are a little higher du...
Lanka-Mex
I couldn’t believe that we had something other than H-Mart for Japanese goods!!
Along with a wide variety of snack and pantry items, they offer produce, meats (buy a Japanese Wagyu steak if in stock!!), and seafood. They also have a place where they...
Seiwa Market
🦑🍜Truly authentic Japanese food and by far has the best whole grilled squid in Houston!! Highly recommend you order it to share with someone.
Their pork and ramen options are also really good. I recommend the pork katsu curry and the black garlic ...
Yokushi Robata
A small menu with all great options! I love their Tiger Eye Roll and the Miso Ramen. Some locations are decorated with the One Piece theme! All locations are relatively small, so I recommend going when it’s not busy or making a reservation.
Tamashi Ramen & Sushi- Multiple Locations
🍰🍦Sweet Treats
I don’t have the biggest sweet tooth, but when I do… 🤤
Based here in Houston is a Black-owned family business with exceptional macarons, cookies, and the occasional tea parties. And yes, it’s 100% vegan 🙂↕️🫖
I first discovered them at a Farmers Market Event in Sugarland, and I haven’t been able to ge...
Finally Vegan Macarons
If you diss Ritter’s, you’re dissing my childhood 🤣🤌
This is the ONLY Ritter’s in all of Texas, and it’s the best you’ll ever have!! They have all kinds of custards, gelatos, sundaes, shakes, and malts. Their daily flavors change so there is always...
Ritter's Frozen Custard Katy
A Hungarian dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth!! Everything from the ice cream to the toppings to the pastry cone will leave you full and wanting more again. They also serve specialty and customized shakes!
House Of Chimney Cakes
💨Food Trucks
Vroom vroom drive drive just like these guys 🙂↕️
DO NOT SKIP THIS TRUCK EVER!!! Kurbside Eatz is genuinely unique in cuisine. Their Paratha Taco is one of the most amazing flaky tacos I’ve ever had. All the flavors were well balanced and seasoned perfectly.
They mostly do catering and pop-up event...
Kurbside Eatz
My favorite place to get quesabirria tacos!! Pair this with a Horchata drink and you’ve got yourself a delicious fulfilling meal 😋
El Callejon del Taco
If you are looking for authentic Middle Eastern street food from a truck, FireMa is the place to go!! Using charcoal to cook gives their meat an added smoky flavor that makes the food well-balanced. Their dynamite sauce literally goes with everything...
Firema Smoked Shawarma
🔥Casual Gems
There’s nothing wrong with dressing down to eat. If we do it at home, we can do it at these places!
Although it looks nice inside and out, you can dress casually. With multiple locations outside the loop (Katy, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, League City), hopefully you don’t have to travel too far.
They have great drinks and flatbreads here. The burge...
Bar Louie- Multiple Locations
Willie’s is criminally underrated! IMO, way better than Chili’s.
You order when you walk-in, seat yourself, and wait while your meal is prepared fresh in the kitchen. It’s the typical All-American food I enjoy with a friend, parents, or as a casual ...
Willie's Grill & Ice House- Multiple Locations
I love coming here with my partner! You grill your own meat at the table! You can go the à la carte route or choose a curated course depending on your group. Everything I have tried here was excellent. I especially recommend getting their garlic frie...
Gyu-Kaku- Multiple Locations
Finally got to try this spot with my partner! Three physical locations plus a food truck. You get to choose how your patty is cooked (I like it medium). Good sized burgers at a decent price. They also have two bars to order alcoholic beverages.
The Burger Joint- Multiple Locations
A great sports bar with multiple locations in West Houston. I used to come here for lunch when I worked in Sugar Land. They have great burgers, steaks, cocktails, and appetizers!
Spectators Bar & Grill- Multiple Locations
Also have a location on Post Oak and WILL be opening a location on 1960 & I-45. Cheap tacos with great flavor. I especially love their quesabirria 😍
Gorditas y Tacos La Bala