Bayou Bend

Ima Hogg was the daughter of Gov. Jim Hogg, a man who obviously had a cruel sense of humor. Miss Hogg, however, did not grow...

In a 1950s River Oaks mansion designed by John F. Staub, the Museum of Fine Arts displays its collection of European decorati...

In 1979 retired upholsterer, John Milkovish, started hanging ceiling attachments, patching fences and tacking the sides of his house with...

This upscale eatery appears to be on a "back street," thus earning the right to its interesting name. An old house-turned-restaurant, thi...

This gallery carries a wide array of fine, contemporary, and abstract art, along with sculpture, watercolors and more for your viewing pl...

Be swept away by incredible performances at this lively nightclub. Well-known bands play at Abyss, as well as local talent and an occasio...

Beautiful red brick has been erected around this charming little cafe. The interior theme is in memory of a dog named Barnaby (may he res...

This slightly upscale Hunan restaurant is located between the Montrose and Heights areas. The two areas cater to relatively different typ...

This cafe is known for its late hours and home-style breakfast food. It offers a convenient bar if you are alone and want to read the pap...

Just one bite of the delicious calzones, moussaka or Greek pizza will make you an instant devotee of this unpretentious Memorial Park res...

Keep your eyes open for former President George Bush. This place earned his seal of approval years ago. In fact, it has been satisfying t...

The exterior is modeled after a Santa Fe adobe home. It catches your eye every time you drive by and makes you think, "I should try that...

The best seats in the house on a pleasant evening are actually outside on the garden patio at Hunan River Restaurant. If it is blistering...

This "New Italian" restaurant, with its colorful Italian murals, offers a sophisticated dining experience with a dramatic flair. The pre...

Trendy, casual and fun would just about summarize this dining experience. The twenty-something and thirty-something crowd enjoys sipping...

Jazzy and upbeat is the perfect description for this River Oaks oyster bar. The Creole culinary style implemented at Tony Mandola's Gulf...

Live accordion music fills the air in this unusual little Italian restaurant in the West End. The friendly staff and lighthearted atmosph...