Underbelly, chef Chris Shepherd’s restaurant that helped him land a James Beard Award, nearly always had a bustling crowd of diners, not just during dinner but also at lunchtime. When he closed it in favor of opening steakhouse Georgia James, lunch service was shuffled over to next door beer bar The Hay Merchant. Now, Georgia […]
Before it closed to be remodeled and turned into steakhouse Georgia James, Underbelly often had a bustling lunch crowd. Next door, sister business The Hay Merchant took over lunch service after Underbelly’s demise, including some of the classic favorite dishes such as the fan-favorite Korean Goat Dumplings. Undeniably, though, not everyone wants to dine in […]
Having lived and worked in the Heights for almost 15 years, I’ve eaten a lot of lunches in what was Houston’s first suburb. Initially, good options were limited: walk-up fast-food joint Someburger, the now-shuttered Dacapo’s and Triple A, and Tex-Mex classic Teotihuacan, which is still serving a comforting array of fajitas, enchiladas, and shrimp dishes. […]
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Weekdays at Rainbow Lodge at 2011 Ella are prime opportunities to indulge in memorable meals crafted by executive chef Mark Schmidt. His creativity and attention to detail ensure a refreshing midday lunchtime experience that recharges diners for returning to the day’s obligations. Dishes with both classic touches and interesting seasonings combine quality meats with locally-sourced […]
