Best Restaurants in Houston by Shawn Singh

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Only have 24 hours in Houston? Here’s exactly where Shawn Singh would send you. 🍩 Breakfast — Shipley’s East end ☕️ Coffee — Luce 🌮 Lunch — Candente & Ninfa’s 🍖 BBQ — Pinkerton’s 🍸 Cocktails — Anvil Bar & Refuge Bar

About this guide

Shawn Singh is a restaurant curator (not a critic) based in Houston. He is a passionate local foodie supporting small businesses and informing about them.

Restaurants in this guide

  1. Shipley Do-Nuts offers a wide variety of classic glazed, cake, and filled donuts, along with savory kolaches, coffee, and other breakfast items.

  2. Specialty coffee roaster offering a wide range of espresso drinks, cold brew, and pour-overs, complemented by a selection of pastries, breakfast tacos, and avocado toast.

  3. Candente offers a modern take on Tex-Mex classics, specializing in wood-fired fajitas, queso, and a variety of margaritas and cocktails. The menu features traditional dishes with a refined touch.

  4. Pinkerton's Barbecue offers classic Texas-style smoked meats, including brisket, ribs, and sausage, alongside traditional Southern sides like mac and cheese, coleslaw, and potato salad.

  5. A renowned cocktail bar offering an extensive list of classic and innovative craft cocktails, complemented by a small selection of upscale bar snacks and appetizers.

  6. Pioneering Tex-Mex restaurant famous for its sizzling fajitas, classic enchiladas, tacos, and margaritas, served with fresh, handmade tortillas.

  7. Refuge offers an elevated take on Southern and New American cuisine, featuring refined dishes with a focus on quality ingredients and sophisticated presentation.