The Park JJ's Best Guide to H-Town
Breakfast and Brunch faves
Delicious and unique places with lots of coffee options.
First cup of coffee free for Park JJ Guests! The cakes here are famous, they're all good. We love all the breakfast items and there's nice outdoor seating.
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Empire Café
1732 Westheimer RdFirst cup of coffee free for Park JJ Guests! The cakes here are famous, they're all good. We love all the breakfast items and there's nice outdoor seating.
Common Bond has the BEST CROISSANTS outside of Paris! All their pastries are divine. They have very fine breakfast items and loaves of bread as well. Also, if you're a latte kind of person, go here. If you see a line, it's worth the wait!
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Common Bond Café & Bakery
1706 Westheimer RdCommon Bond has the BEST CROISSANTS outside of Paris! All their pastries are divine. They have very fine breakfast items and loaves of bread as well. Also, if you're a latte kind of person, go here. If you see a line, it's worth the wait!
This is a local fave for breakfast and lunch. There is a large seating area that semi outside and there are plenty of options for vegetarians. Coffee galore too!
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Brasil
2604 Dunlavy StThis is a local fave for breakfast and lunch. There is a large seating area that semi outside and there are plenty of options for vegetarians. Coffee galore too!
Wow, the hash is amazing and if you like an eggy breakfast they have lots of choices. It is a chain, but I still say it has some of the best waffles and pancakes around. There is usually a wait, but you can go on their website to check on the wait time. No reservations. Closes at 2:30pm.
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Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
3217 Montrose BlvdWow, the hash is amazing and if you like an eggy breakfast they have lots of choices. It is a chain, but I still say it has some of the best waffles and pancakes around. There is usually a wait, but you can go on their website to check on the wait time. No reservations. Closes at 2:30pm.
They are known for their brunches so get there early. Usually a wait, but so worth it. They are known for charcuterie and pizzas on the weekend brunch menu. They have a beautiful garden to sit in and wander with a shop next door.
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Tiny Boxwoods
3614 W Alabama StThey are known for their brunches so get there early. Usually a wait, but so worth it. They are known for charcuterie and pizzas on the weekend brunch menu. They have a beautiful garden to sit in and wander with a shop next door.
Avocado toast that's unlike any other! Homemade bread that's gluten free! Awesome options for those who are gluten and dairy free. Gorgeous garden with minimalist decor. Open till 7pm.
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Vibrant
1931 Fairview StAvocado toast that's unlike any other! Homemade bread that's gluten free! Awesome options for those who are gluten and dairy free. Gorgeous garden with minimalist decor. Open till 7pm.
This is my favorite breakfast spot in Houston. Although there's usually a line out the door, it moves pretty quickly. Service is always friendly and you're treated like family!
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The Breakfast Klub
3711 Travis StThis is my favorite breakfast spot in Houston. Although there's usually a line out the door, it moves pretty quickly. Service is always friendly and you're treated like family!
Small quaint spot. In a residential area so there are a handful of spots in the parking lot; otherwise you have to find a spot on the curb. They have fresh squeezed orange juice which is delicious so its the breakfast, they have extremely friendly staff.
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Baby Barnaby's
602 Fairview StSmall quaint spot. In a residential area so there are a handful of spots in the parking lot; otherwise you have to find a spot on the curb. They have fresh squeezed orange juice which is delicious so its the breakfast, they have extremely friendly staff.
Great for Lunch or Dinner
The kind of place for large portions and ample seating.
Super FRESH Italian food with home-made pasta & burgers, too! I also love their salads - they are huge with lots of greens. It's a walk up counter place so you don't have to wait. Some outdoor seating.
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Paulie's
1834 Westheimer RdSuper FRESH Italian food with home-made pasta & burgers, too! I also love their salads - they are huge with lots of greens. It's a walk up counter place so you don't have to wait. Some outdoor seating.
Pizza, pasta and lovely cocktail options. Nestled in a corner across the street, this place gets busy, but you can check out the cool shops while you wait or grab a cocktail.
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Rosie Cannonball
1620 Westheimer RdPizza, pasta and lovely cocktail options. Nestled in a corner across the street, this place gets busy, but you can check out the cool shops while you wait or grab a cocktail.
Local Foods truly lives up to its name. Local produce goes into the best salads and sandwiches I've ever had. Great veggie options. Super fast, friendly with outdoor seating. Easy take out options and other locations around town. Closes at 8pm.
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Local Foods
2555 Kirby DrLocal Foods truly lives up to its name. Local produce goes into the best salads and sandwiches I've ever had. Great veggie options. Super fast, friendly with outdoor seating. Easy take out options and other locations around town. Closes at 8pm.
There are Lupe Tortillas all over town and all are local faves. Always good charro beans, fajitas and queso! A great Mexican standard. Great for families and groups.
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Lupe Tortilla
1511 Shepherd DrThere are Lupe Tortillas all over town and all are local faves. Always good charro beans, fajitas and queso! A great Mexican standard. Great for families and groups.
We always bring our out-of-town guests here not just because the margaritas are so nice and large, but because the scene is popular and there's always a buzz.
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El Tiempo Cantina - Westheimer
322 Westheimer RdWe always bring our out-of-town guests here not just because the margaritas are so nice and large, but because the scene is popular and there's always a buzz.
Dishes inspired by Oaxaca Mexico headline this chic Downtown destination that also serves cocktails & wine.
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Xochi
1777 Walker StDishes inspired by Oaxaca Mexico headline this chic Downtown destination that also serves cocktails & wine.
One of Houston's best Barbeque restaurants less than 2 miles away.
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The Pit Room
1201 Richmond AvenueOne of Houston's best Barbeque restaurants less than 2 miles away.
Best BBQ in H=town the wait time its worth it you will not find this delicious barbecue anywhere else.
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Truth BBQ
110 S Heights BlvdBest BBQ in H=town the wait time its worth it you will not find this delicious barbecue anywhere else.
ALL VEGANS AND GLUTEN FREE PEOPLE
I stumbled upon this HIDDEN GEM in Midtown Montrose!
Absolutely delicious sweets , vegan , gluten free , organic. Simply amazing.
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Pat Greer's Kitchen
412 W Clay StALL VEGANS AND GLUTEN FREE PEOPLE
I stumbled upon this HIDDEN GEM in Midtown Montrose!
Absolutely delicious sweets , vegan , gluten free , organic. Simply amazing.
Uchi is a classy Japanese restaurant that specializes in sushi and sashimi offerings. Award-winning chef Tyson Cole, who owns the restaurant, has used innovative experiments with tastes and textures to create dishes that have expanded the horizons of Japanese cuisine in the city. The classy furnishings, dim lighting, and contrast of beige and brown with vivid red oriental wallpaper on one of the walls create an ambiance that is perfect for a special occasion.
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Uchi
904 Westheimer RdUchi is a classy Japanese restaurant that specializes in sushi and sashimi offerings. Award-winning chef Tyson Cole, who owns the restaurant, has used innovative experiments with tastes and textures to create dishes that have expanded the horizons of Japanese cuisine in the city. The classy furnishings, dim lighting, and contrast of beige and brown with vivid red oriental wallpaper on one of the walls create an ambiance that is perfect for a special occasion.
Food here is great. Their toro is some of the best I've ever had. Their eel is great, too. The uni king crab spoon is delicious.
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Kata Robata
3600 Kirby DrFood here is great. Their toro is some of the best I've ever had. Their eel is great, too. The uni king crab spoon is delicious.
Fancy Dinner
Dinner for date night. Maybe a little pricey.
This a James Beard winner so expect the best. It's a rotating concept and right now it's Italian. The atmosphere is very chic and mysterious because it's in an old renovated building.
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One Fifth Mediterranean
1658 Westheimer RdThis a James Beard winner so expect the best. It's a rotating concept and right now it's Italian. The atmosphere is very chic and mysterious because it's in an old renovated building.
If you're picky about your sushi and sashimi this place is impeccable. They have some rolls, but they are known for the raw fish served up fresh. Make a reservation.
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Kata Robata
3600 Kirby DrIf you're picky about your sushi and sashimi this place is impeccable. They have some rolls, but they are known for the raw fish served up fresh. Make a reservation.
This place has become the standard for sushi in Houston. Always consistent good rolls and sashimi with loads of creative variety. Usually very busy. Make a reservation before you arrive.
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Uchi
904 Westheimer RdThis place has become the standard for sushi in Houston. Always consistent good rolls and sashimi with loads of creative variety. Usually very busy. Make a reservation before you arrive.
Upscale eatery offering Mexican seafood dishes, booze, an oyster bar & more in a bright, arty space. Great place to have an event, anniversary, or just a great place to go eat a fancy Mexican cuisine!
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Caracol Restaurant
2200 Post Oak BlvdUpscale eatery offering Mexican seafood dishes, booze, an oyster bar & more in a bright, arty space. Great place to have an event, anniversary, or just a great place to go eat a fancy Mexican cuisine!
Definitely a top spot in Houston for fine dining. A huge wine list from all over the world. Great food for every course and the service along to match it.
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Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse
5061 Westheimer RdDefinitely a top spot in Houston for fine dining. A huge wine list from all over the world. Great food for every course and the service along to match it.
Wine & Bubbles
Wine Bars with specialty foods.
Very knowledgeable about wine and what a great experience! They have a meat and cheese plate with some light bites. A great place to hang out. Garden for dogs, too! They also deliver.
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Light Years Natural Wine Shop and Bar
1304 W Alabama StVery knowledgeable about wine and what a great experience! They have a meat and cheese plate with some light bites. A great place to hang out. Garden for dogs, too! They also deliver.
Such a chill out place with delightful wines to choose from. Dim lighting and yet very inviting atmosphere with staff you can trust. Every time they recommend something I'm so impressed! Also their water is really good. I think it's filtered.
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Camerata at Paulie's
1830 Westheimer RdSuch a chill out place with delightful wines to choose from. Dim lighting and yet very inviting atmosphere with staff you can trust. Every time they recommend something I'm so impressed! Also their water is really good. I think it's filtered.
NightLife Bars & Pubs
Craft Beers, Cocktails & Going Out
Just go here to check out the great design and lovely indoor/outdoor space. Dance, hang out or try their Mexican food.
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Goodnight Charlie's
2531 Kuester StJust go here to check out the great design and lovely indoor/outdoor space. Dance, hang out or try their Mexican food.
Margaritas galore! Enjoy the traditional favorite or lots of others. The atmosphere is fun and light especially with all the space!
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La Grange
2517 Ralph StMargaritas galore! Enjoy the traditional favorite or lots of others. The atmosphere is fun and light especially with all the space!
No-frills neighborhood hangout with a patio featuring live music, DJs, karaoke & bars on 2 floors.
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Boondocks
1417 Westheimer RdNo-frills neighborhood hangout with a patio featuring live music, DJs, karaoke & bars on 2 floors.
Hands down one go to favorite restaurant/Bar in Uptown Houston. Very fun vibes. Great for a first date or hanging out with friends at happy hour. This place is perfect for introverts and extroverts alike. There is always plenty of people to meet as well. Their food is always delicious and at a very fair price point.
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Moxie's Grill & Bar
5000 Westheimer RdHands down one go to favorite restaurant/Bar in Uptown Houston. Very fun vibes. Great for a first date or hanging out with friends at happy hour. This place is perfect for introverts and extroverts alike. There is always plenty of people to meet as well. Their food is always delicious and at a very fair price point.
One of my favorite places to come for happy hour and to hang out with friends.
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Upstairs Bar & Lounge
2356 Rice BoulevardOne of my favorite places to come for happy hour and to hang out with friends.
Great vibe- Great drinks- Great happy hour! We stopped in on a Friday. Evidently, Friday's are free games- my husband and I are not ones to typically play games at a bar but we had an absolute blast and played games for several hours!
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The Cellar Bar
3140 Richmond AveGreat vibe- Great drinks- Great happy hour! We stopped in on a Friday. Evidently, Friday's are free games- my husband and I are not ones to typically play games at a bar but we had an absolute blast and played games for several hours!
Shop Locally
Some of our fave shops that are in Montrose and nearby.
Some of the art work at the Park JJ is from the incredible curators from Space. Great art prints, jewelry, gifts and eclectic accessories from our own Houston artists and artisans. You'll love it!
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Space Montrose
1706 Westheimer RdSome of the art work at the Park JJ is from the incredible curators from Space. Great art prints, jewelry, gifts and eclectic accessories from our own Houston artists and artisans. You'll love it!
Irresistible southwest designs with shabby chic flair. You'll see when you get there, its wall to wall designer linens, gifts and home decor.
Biscuit
1614 Westheimer RdIrresistible southwest designs with shabby chic flair. You'll see when you get there, its wall to wall designer linens, gifts and home decor.
This is a nice area of town only couple of miles away from Park JJ, with a lot of stores to choose from and a lot of restaurants nearby. So you can't go wrong. If you decide to go site seeing and looking for some great buys this is it.
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River Oaks Shopping Center
1964 W Gray StThis is a nice area of town only couple of miles away from Park JJ, with a lot of stores to choose from and a lot of restaurants nearby. So you can't go wrong. If you decide to go site seeing and looking for some great buys this is it.
Cafes & Juice Bars
Our best COFFEE picks and SMOOTHIES.
Coffee in all its formations. These people are serious about their brew. The croissants are also great!
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Blacksmith
1018 Westheimer RdCoffee in all its formations. These people are serious about their brew. The croissants are also great!
Coffee galore! Home-made flavored syrups and Argentinian empanadas. A perfect blend!
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Siphon Coffee
701 W Alabama StCoffee galore! Home-made flavored syrups and Argentinian empanadas. A perfect blend!
Best smoothies in town! They freeze the bananas and offer everything fresh with so many options from almond milk to spirulina and hemp seeds. My fave is the Tigerlilly.
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JuiceLand
3206 White Oak DrBest smoothies in town! They freeze the bananas and offer everything fresh with so many options from almond milk to spirulina and hemp seeds. My fave is the Tigerlilly.