Ah Shade. A much needed asset to the crazy Houston heat. An adorable Heights cousin to Canopy and Woodbar. One of my first brunches in Houston. One of my first *real* mimosas–blood orange juice is a total game changer. And one delightful addition to the Houston restaurant scene. I rarely repeat brunch spots. Especially on Sundays with … Continue reading
What: Fountain View Cafe Where: A pretty nondescript strip center next to the fabulous HEB on Fountain View and San Felipe (more specifically, 1842 Fountain View Dr.) Why: “Home style cooking so good you’ll slap your mama!” Bold statement. Simple restaurant. Yet, very true. The deets: Fountain View Cafe is definitely a no frills breakfast and lunch place. You … Continue reading
J. Black’s Feel Good Kitchen and Lounge is the place to be on a Sunday afternoon. I’m not going to lie, I was a little hesitant to try out this place initially because it looked kind of sports bar-y from the outside and I expected them to have sticky gross bar stool booths and a subpar … Continue reading
New favorite brunch place: North Italia. The food is divine. And cheap. And homemade. And delicious. All of the stars are awarded to North Italia. I ordered the Strozzapreti (without the chicken). I normally get something breakfast-y at brunch, but I cannot turn down homemade pasta. OMG YUM. It was a rich, filling dish with a … Continue reading