2201 Leeland St.
Houston, TX 77003
(713)-534-1024
Author: Sandy Yount
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Numbers
Houston’s oldest and most infamous venue for live local, international and breaking alternative acts 300 Westheimer
Houston, Texas, 77006
(713) 758-7200
Since 1978, Numbers Nightclub has been home to Houston’s alternative and underground nightlife, becoming one of the longest-running dance and music venues in the United States.
By 1980, Numbers transitioned as a more mixed, alternative dance club with the help of former Record Rack owner and DJ extraordinaire, Bruce Godwin, who started the club’s “new wave” nights.
In a last-minute turn of events in October of 1981, the club showcased its first live band – Siouxsie & The Banshees. After the success of this historic concert, Numbers went on to exhibit an array of national and international live acts such as Ministry, Bjork, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Grace Jones, Nine Inch Nails, The Cure, and many many more.
It was in 1987 that British video artist and Numbers DJ, Robert Burtenshaw aka “Robot” along with Bruce Godwin, took over Numbers and further built upon the legacy of the club as an accepting, all-inclusive stomping ground while exposing Houston to cutting-edge music on both the dance floor and the stage.
In 1991, Numbers resident DJ, Wes Wallace, started “Classic Numbers” on Friday nights – a night dedicated to the industrial, goth, post-punk, new wave, and synth-pop bands that were played at Numbers in the ’80s. After a huge initial turnout, “Classic Numbers” has become a Friday night ritual for Houstonians ever since.
Throughout the ’90s and 2000s, Numbers continued to be a music destination for major touring acts as well as local bands.
Now in its 4th decade of operation under the ownership of Number’s longtime staff member Rudi Bunch, the club continues to offer weekly dance nights, special events, and occasional concerts in a come-as-you-are environment.
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The Capital Grille
5365 Westheimer Rd
(Also – 840 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Citycentre Way Four + 1155 Lake Woodlands Dr, The Woodlands )
Houston, TX 77056
“Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille
From the moment you step into The Capital Grille, the experience is one of comfortable elegance. African mahogany paneling and Art Deco chandeliers provide a warm, stately setting for our nationally renowned dry-aged steaks, fresh seafood, and acclaimed world-class wines. With service as gracious as it is attentive, we look forward to impressing you. Choose from critically acclaimed dry aged steaks, hand-carved and grilled to perfection, a variety of seafood flown in fresh from both shores and unique daily culinary offerings crafted with fresh, local, artisanal ingredients. An impressive array of creative side dishes await you, as do desserts.
Exceptional Ingredients, Artfully Prepared
It is our sole desire that everything, and we mean everything, that arrives at your table at The Capital Grille delights you. To that end, we use only the finest, freshest ingredients, masterfully prepared in recipes designed to engage all of your senses.
What Makes Our Steaks Extraordinary?
Long before our steaks meet the grill, they are meticulously dry aged on premises for 18 – 24 days to achieve incomparable flavor and texture. Then, each is hand-carved by our in-house butchers to exacting standards. An intensive process, but we’re confident you’ll agree it is most certainly worth it.
While every Capital Grille restaurant is carefully designed to create an atmosphere of refined sophistication, some of our locations display unique details of which we are particularly proud. From historic architecture to exceptional finishing touches, allow us to share with you a gallery of our most noteworthy features.
THREE AREA LOCATIONS
Visit our Galleria Area Store, CITYCENTRE, or the Woodlands
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Pappadeaux
1011 Avenida de las Americas
Houston, TX 77010
(713) 654-5077
Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, located on the southern end of the GRB outside of Hall E, doesn’t just know great seafood, it’s their passion. They go to any depths to bring the finest quality seafood available, all year round. If you’re new to the exciting flavors of the Vieux Carré, then you’re in for a great dining experience. Pappadeaux’s skilled chefs create menus using some of the most exciting flavors and best ingredients in American cuisine.
To say we’re obsessed with freshness is an understatement. Since opening our doors, Pappadeaux has been the epitome of delicious seafood. We’ve been on a mission to shorten the time between when a product is caught and when it arrives in our kitchens. We own and operate our own fleet of delivery trucks, and we’re constantly refining our distribution system. This allows us to deliver fresh seafood directly from the docks to our restaurants daily. Our menus change more often than almost anyone in the business, ensuring only the freshest, most seasonal selections find their way to your plate. And that’s not just seafood — that goes for produce and even the sauces that we make from scratch every day right on the line.
Innovation has always been at the heart of our never-ending pursuit of loyal, happy Guests. Our chefs are constantly trying new dishes and refining old favorites. Much of our testing is done in live, working Pappadeaux kitchens, allowing us to get immediate Guest feedback on what’s a new hit and what needs more work. As tastes and trends change, so do we; bringing not only new flavors and combinations to classic dishes but also fresh culinary inventions that delight and satisfy our biggest fans as well as our newest Guests.
Of course, none of this would matter if it weren’t combined with excellent service in a comfortable and fun atmosphere. Huge portions, hand-crafted drinks, and a friendly, expertly-trained staff are all hallmarks of the Pappadeaux experience. From shore to dock, prep table to dining room table, the name Pappadeaux has become synonymous with fresh, delicious seafood served in a fun, festive atmosphere that you can’t find anywhere else.
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Pappasito’s Cantina
Home of Legendary Tex-Mex 1600 Lamar St
Houston, TX 77010
(713) 353-4400
When you step through our front door and the sights, scents, and sounds of Pappasito’s — the original Tex-Mex cantina — hit your senses, you know you’re in for an experience like no other.
The flavor, freshness, and presentation of the food at Pappasito’s are beyond anything you’ll find anywhere. Only the highest quality produce, meat, and fish make it to your table. Our tableside guacamole is made with the finest avocadoes, onions, peppers, and tomatoes that only make it in if they pass the “Coke can red” test. Our legendary fajitas are marinated in our special recipe before reaching smoky, sizzling perfection on our mesquite-fired grills manned by our extensively trained grill masters.
Of course, Tex-Mex isn’t Tex-Mex without drinks as cool as our grill is hot. Are you a purist? Have our expert bartender pour you a shot from our extensive tequila selection — from everyday blancos to hard-to-find top-shelf añejos. Or have them blend that shot into one of our signature handcrafted margaritas. Explore the true meaning of tingling taste buds with our signature sangria. And of course, our selection of cervesas, wines, and standard cocktails never disappoints.
If that’s not enough to send your mouth into a watering frenzy, turn your taste buds to our seafood selection. At Pappasito’s the only thing we might be more famous for than our fajitas and drinks is the out-of-this-world selection of fish, shrimp, calamari, and ceviche all prepared in true Tex-Mex style, sizzling from the grill or chilled to perfection, surrounded by colorful and delicious veggies and sides. Top it all off with made-daily deserts that might just make your head spin and you may have just found Tex-Mex heaven.
It all happens in the most beautiful, vibrant, traditional, and fun dining rooms north of the border, filled with happy Guests and a staff that can’t stop smiling, they love their jobs so much. Bring your friends, family, and an empty stomach to Pappasito’s, and let us show why no one in the business can come close to delivering the experience we can!
We’re a family-owned and operated restaurant company, which means our core values have been passed down from generation to generation. We’re constantly focused on innovation, attention to detail, and quality in everything we do. Over the years, our steadfast values and top-notch team have kept prospective employees seeking us out and satisfied Guests coming back.
To us you’re family, and we’re out to prove it every time you visit.
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The Big Easy
The Big Easy Social and Pleasure Club 5731 Kirby Dr
Houston, TX 77005
(713) 52-9999
A jazz and blues club in Houston, TX with a laid-back atmosphere, friendly staff, and reasonable prices.
The Big Easy: Social and Pleasure Club is known as Houston’s finest blues venue. Located in the swanky Rice Village, this “come as you are” dive bar has something unique to offer.
This dimly lit venue is a no-frills laid-back bar where anyone can enjoy themselves. A dance floor, pool tables, a pinball machine, and comfy lounge chairs fill the bar giving you the option to dance, play games, or relax. If the music is getting a little too loud, step outside onto the smoker’s patio or sit at a picnic table and converse with friends.
The music is impressive, with performances from the Might Orq, Bobby Mack, and Texas Johnny Brown, this is the place to go for your blues and jazz music. Sit down and have a chat with the owner, or talk to the friendly staff. With cheap drinks, good music, and a lively crowd, this authentic blues lounge will not disappoint.
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Coltivare
3320 White Oak Drive
Houston, TX 77007
(832) 203-7890
About Us.
A HEIGHTS NEIGHBORHOOD RESTAURANT SERVING RUSTIC ITALIAN CUISINE WITH A GULF COAST PERSPECTIVE, DICTATED BY HOUSTON’S GROWING SEASONS AND OUR BACKYARD GARDEN.
Coltivare is a trattoria and offers local and regional produce and ingredients, as well as a private club membership and a wine list.
Coltivare is an Italian restaurant in Houston that creates an ever-changing menu based on seasonal ingredients and its own backyard garden. From sourdough bread to pizza dough, everything is made from scratch daily
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Mony’s Pizzeria
2808 Milam Street Suite G
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 360-6279
Mony’s Pizzeria
Our family has been preparing authentic Italian dishes in New York for many years. As first-generation owners of Mony’s, we are committed to bringing you some of the delicious made-from-scratch recipes that have been handed down through our family for years.
Visit us to experience our brick oven New York Style Pizza, created with hand-tossed dough made daily, topped with the finest quality Grande cheese & and freshest ingredients. Or, sample one of our classic Italian pasta, savory soups, cheesy calzones, super fresh salads, hand-crafted sandwiches, Mony’s rolls, delectable desserts, Italian drinks & and more! All are lovingly prepared to order.
We look forward to serving our neighbors, friends & and family, here at Mony’s Pizzeria!
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Clé Day + Night
Upscale day | night club, located in midtown Houston 2301 Main Street
Houston, TX 77002
(713) 955-2302
Redefining Nightlife
Clé Group’s flagship venue Clé, redefined Houston’s nightlife scene offering the city’s first upscale day & and nightclub experience. Located in Midtown, Clé offers a vibrant level of luxurious style and sophistication featuring a massive dance floor, 3 elegant bars, 5 different indoor/outdoor lounge areas, a pool with daybeds, VIP cabanas, and an elevated party deck. This Houston hotspot continues to host the world’s most influential DJs and music artists.
One of the most popular nightclubs in Houston, Clé is known for hosting amazing themed parties. The decor is vibrant and contemporary, featuring sleek furnishings, a large dance floor, an elevated DJ booth, and secluded VIP lounges. Recharge your batteries at the bar where you can treat yourself to some unique handcrafted cocktails, along with an eclectic selection of bars. The music played here is mainly EDM. Top international DJs like Diplo and Afrojack are household names at this nightclub and perform every once in a while drawing a large crowd from across the city.
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Emilia’s Havana
EMILIA’S HAVANA 1800 Post Oak Blvd.
Houston, TX 77056
(713) 804-3317
EMILIA’S HAVANA
Discreetly located next to The Annie Café & Bar, Emilia’s Havana is an intimate, 50-seat lounge reminiscent of a vibrant 1950s Cuban club with a luxe Latin vibe. The latest from Berg Hospitality Group, guests will enjoy inventive interpretations of classic and contemporary Cuban-inspired cocktails by the James Beard award winning mixologist, Alba Huerta, along with an elevated wine list and bottle service. Perfect for a post-dinner snack, the light, Latin-inspired small plates by Executive Chef Brian Sutton are not to be missed.* The highlight of the evening? The live “bossa nova style” music performed at every seating by our house band along with tunes by local DJs on Friday and Saturday nights.
Emilia’s is now accepting reservations and the hours of operation are Wednesday – Thursday from 7:30pm-12:30am and Friday – Saturday from 7:30pm-2am. Upon booking a reservation, the guest will receive instructions on where to go once arriving at The Annie Café & Bar.