Stafford Restaurants

Mark Cox, a former chef at Tony's, has a good idea of the direction in which American cooking should be headed -- fresh ingredients prepared in a manner that's new and creative while being hearty and satisfying. Mark's h... more

The Cheesecake Factory is surely the place to go when craving a rich and delectable slice of the mouth-watering dessert, but this restaurant offers much more. Serving appetizers, lunch, dinner, late night dining, Sunday Brunch... more

A hallmark with the local college kids searching for cheap, filling food, Freebirds offers huge burritos with a vibrant atmosphere and a quick turnaround. Located between Rice University, Upper Kirby and Montrose, Freebirds wel... more

Bistros are common in the Galleria area, but the concept of a Chinese bistro is relatively unusual. The decor is dressy and elegant, and attracts a lot of sophisticated shoppers and business diners. Most of the menu is American... more

Mexican food is often confused with Tex-Mex. Not so at Hugo's. Award-winning Chef Hugo Ortega offers your taste buds a culinary tour of Mexico. From the beaches of Baja California, open your palate with the refreshing limey goo... more

Romantically Italian, this restaurant invites guests to dine under the tree that has stood at its since it first opened in 1969. Exotic plants and fresh flowers add to the magical atmosphere. Still using many of the original re... more

Listed as the second most popular restaurant in Houston by the 1994-97 Zagat Survey, Ruggles Grill is an eclectic mix of huge portions of American cuisine in a bistro setting. Boisterous and fun, including live music in the eve... more

As Houston's only Turkish restaurant, this charming Rice Village eatery enjoys a great deal of popularity with lovers of Turkish spices and flavors. Elaborate wall mosaics and gleaming copper pots add warmth to the dining exper... more

In a setting reminiscent of a Spanish mission, with lush plant life, adobe walls and waterfalls indoors and out, Café Adobe serves up tasty Tex-Mex cuisine and fantastic margaritas. On evenings when the weather is pleasa... more

Mystical art adorns the walls of this health-nut paradise that has been taking care of Houston hearts for many years. Those with artistic spirits are particularly attracted to the somewhat Bohemian atmosphere. Outside dining on... more