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Good Eating in Houston

A travel journal to Houston by eidolon

Becks Prime Photo - Becks Prime, Houston, Texas More Photos
Quote: Having lived in the Houston area for 8 years, I found quite a few great places to eat (and a lot of not so great ones, too!) This journal will highlight some of my experiences.
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Good Eating in Houston Best of IgoUgo

Overview

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Houston - some love it, some hate it. I lived there for 8 years, and, although I don't want to go back, I do miss two things: 1) No matter what time of day it is, you can get GREAT food. There are lots of 24 hour restaraunts. 2) Ditto with auto parts. Yes, you can buy an alternator for your car at 2:30 in the morning (trust me, I know from experience) As you can tell from the title of this journal, it will concentrate on food (maybe this is why I'm overweight...I love good restaurants.)Quick Tips: Some of the best restaraunts in the Houston area are in some lousy locations. Don't miss the opportunity to eat great, even if the neighborhood appears 'seedy.' Stay away from those ...Read More

Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen Best of IgoUgo

Restaurant | "Pappadeaux Seafood Restaraunt"

Pappadeaux Restaraunt Photo - Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen, Houston, Texas
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Fantastic Cajun style seafood, with impeccable service and consistency across the entire chain. The food and service are ALWAYS perfect, from Houston to Atlanta. These people know how to do it right. Everything on the menu is delicious, and the portions are huge. My personal favorite is the Crawfish combination, which includes both Crawfish Etoufee and fried crawfish, but there is such a huge variety of foods, everybody can find what they want. The gumbos and chowders are to-die-for. If you have never had fried gator, you need to try this too. And no, it doesn't taste like chicken. Can't decide what to get? Order the sampler and try it all. Hmm...if you aren't a big eater, mayb...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 1, 2002

Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
10499 Katy Freeway
Houston, Texas 77024
(713) 722-0221

House of Pies Best of IgoUgo

Restaurant

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WOW WOW WOW! These people know how to make pie! Every kind of pie you can imagine, and ALL of them are extra delicious! Light, flaky crusts, fabulous fillings, and great selection. There are other things on the menu, sandwiches, chili, soup, etc., just like a typical diner, and the food is good, but the reason you come here is for the deserts! Some of my personal favorites: Chocolate Praline Fudge pie - Sinfully Rich Cream Coconut - Better than mama used to make, and that's pretty darn good! Strawberry and Rhubarb - Get it ala mode for a wonderful sweet/tart contrast. Open 24 hours, but our favorite time to come is 2 am or so. There's always ...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 3, 2002

House of Pies
3112 Kirby Drive
Houston, Texas 77098
+1 713 528 3816

Beck's Prime Best of IgoUgo

Restaurant

Beck's Prime Photo - Beck's Prime, Houston, Texas
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Not really fast food, more like good food fast. They do have a drive through, but because of the nature of their sandwiches, it does take a little while (these are not processed meat patties, sitting under heat lamps waiting your arrival) Their sandwiches include a prime rib sandwich, which is excellent. Other specialty sandwiches are very tasty, with all the ingredients very fresh. This is a great place to go when you want something a little more upscale than the typical burger joint, but don't have time for a standard restaraunt. Order at the counter, pick it up when it's ready, and take it with you, or eat there. Always quality food, reasonable prices, fast service. Wh...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on July 3, 2002

Beck's Prime
1202 Dairy Ashford St
Houston, Texas 77079
+1 281 493 3806