Houston Restaurant Weeks 2024

Houston’s largest food event of the year is in full swing this month! From August 1st until Labor Day on September 2nd, you can enjoy multi-course meals for a fraction of their normal prices, and all while supporting a good cause. Houston Restaurant Weeks is a charity event in partnership with Houston Food Bank and The Cleverly Stone Foundation with the goal of ending hunger. For the duration of the event, restaurants all across the city are offering special deals on their gourmet dishes. Options on the two course lunch or brunch menus will only cost your $25 whereas the three to four course dinner menus will typically run between $39 and $55. These bargain prices make fine dining much more affordable, enabling people all over Houston to give restaurants a try that would normally be above their price range. What’s more, a portion of the profits from every sale goes directly towards feeding the hungry. For every dollar donated, Houston Food Bank can provide three meals for those in need, so this month let’s dine out for a good cause! Read on to hear about some of our local recommendations or visit the event’s website for a full list of participating businesses.

1891 American Eatery

This restaurant and bar located in the heart of the Heights has the comfy vibe of a more upscale pub. The atmosphere aligns well with their aspiration of being a location where you can gather with friends and family to enjoy a cold beer on a warm Houston day or watch a game in the crisp fall air. Their selection of local beers on tap is a key part of the experience, although they also offer a variety of wines and craft cocktails. For the duration of the event they are toting special menus for lunch, brunch, and dinner!

On the two course Brunch Menu, choose from a selection of Jalapeno Cheddar Biscuits, Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, or their Yogurt Bowl with marinated berries for the first course. For the second course Concha French Toast, Avocado Toast, a Breakfast Smashburger, or Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict are your options, and don’t forget your complimentary mimosa!

The Lunch Menu, which comes with one non-alcoholic drink, includes Grilled Focaccia Tartine, House Soup, Soft Pretzel Bites, Korean BBQ Fried Cauliflower, or Grilled Elote for the first course. For the second, follow up with a House Salad, your choice of Sandwich, Pizzetta, or Smashburger.

On the Dinner Menu you can expect three full courses starting with either Crab Fritters, Salmon Tartare, Chili Shrimp, or Hot Honey Ribs. For the main course: Truffled Brisket, Summer Spaghetti, Grilled Flat Iron Steak, Lemon Pepper Salmon, or Grilled Chicken Breast. Finally for dessert, choose from Apple Bourbon Bread Pudding, Key Lime Cheesecake, a Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Sandwich, or Coconut Panna Cotta.

B&B Butchers

A great pick to try this event is B&B Butchers, which is an award winning Texas based steakhouse specializing in high quality meats. They are one of only 38 restaurants in the United States that are certified by the Kobe Beef Association in Japan, serving authentic A5 Kobe beef from Tajima cattle. All their meats including the finest selection of Texas and Japanese Wagyu is hand cut in their butcher shop before it is served in their restaurant. To pair with your meal, they have a global selection of spirits, wine, beer, and specialty cocktails to choose from, as well as live music on Sundays from 11am-3pm.

Stop by to try their three course Lunch Menu starting with either Beef and Barley Soup, an Iceberg Lettuce Wedge, Whipped Ricotta with grilled pita bread, B&B Meatballs, or the Soup of The Day. For the second course they have a wealth of options including The Butcher Shop Burger, Hill Country Burger, Pan Seared Salmon, Cobb Salad, The B&B Italian Special, The Washington, The House Salad with or without steak, Rigatoni A La Vodka, A Reuben, or an 8oz Steak Filet. Finish up the experience with your choice of dessert between Cheesecake, Chocolate Cake, Carrot Cake, or Classic Crème Brûlée.

Their Dinner Menu is full of special dishes as well including Mr. G’s Caesar Salad, an Iceberg Lettuce Wedge, Sizzling Bacon, their House Steak Salad, B&B Meatballs, Whipped Ricotta with grilled pita bread, San Daniele Prosciutto and Burrata, Chef Tommy’s Bacon, a BLT Salad, or Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail. As the second course they serve a Chicken Shank, Pork Chop, Pan Seared Salmon, their Vegetarian House Salad, Rigatoni A La Vodka, an 8o Steak Filet, Medallion Filets, a 14oz Sirloin Steak, or a 22oz Bone-in Ribeye dry aged from USDA Prime meat. In their concluding course try either their Cheesecake, Chocolate Cake, or Classic Crème Brûlée.

Heights & Co. Bar & Restaurant

If sports bars are your thing, Heights & Co. is a must try location with both an indoor section and outdoor patio space perfect for watching the game. While craft cocktails are their specialty, they also boast a full menu of modern American eats.

On the Brunch Menu enjoy a three course meal starting with your choice of Panzanella, Avocado Toast, or Brussel Sprouts with a complimentary mimosa for reservations. For the main course, Brisket Hash, a Smashburger, Eggs Benedict, or Strawberry Shortcake French Toast. As the third course, enjoy Strawberry Shortcake, a Lemon Raspberry Bar, Brownie A La Mode, or a S’mores Board.

The Dinner Menu also includes three courses, starting with a complimentary cocktail for reservations and your choice of Panzanella, Brussel Sprouts, Roasted Carrots, Burrata Salad, or Cheese with Charcuterie. For the main course, Cacio E Pepe, Shrimp Risotto, Chicken and Pear Salad, or Steak Risotto are the options. Lastly, all the dessert plates from their brunch menu are still available: Strawberry Shortcake, a Lemon Raspberry Bar, Brownie A La Mode, or a S’mores Board.

Maison Pucha Bistro

This one of a kind restaurant run by three brothers from the Pucha family is a fascinating blend of French and Ecuadorian cuisine. Originally from Deleg, Ecuador, the three brothers became immersed in the culinary industry of New York City after their family’s move. Honing their crafts as a chef, pastry maker, and sommelier, the brothers eventually reunited in Houston to open their own restaurant which features prominent French dishes that are not without inspiration from their roots.

On their Brunch Menu, options for the first course include Tomato Gazpacho, Beet and Goat Cheese Salad, Mushroom Timbale, or Shrimp Ceviche. For the main course, you can decide between Eggs Benedict, Quiche, Salmon Gravlax, or Pork and Grits. Finally for the third course: Île Flottante, Ecuadorian Chocolate Mousse, Crêp A L’Orange, Soufflé En Noit et Blanc, or Crème Brûlée.

For the Lunch Menu, your choice of Tomato Gazpacho, Watermelon Salad, Mushroom Timbale, or Shrimp Ceviche. Options for the main course include Trout Almondine, Chicken Paillard, Duck Pithivier, Ecuadorian Pork Stew, Duck A L’Orange, and Maison Steak Frites. For dessert try either the Crêp A L’Orange, Ecuadorian Chocolate Mousse, Île Flottante, Soufflé En Noit et Blanc, or Crème Brûlée.

For the first course on the Dinner Menu, choose from Tomato Gazpacho, Beet and Goat Cheese Salad, Mushroom Timbale, Salmon Gravlax, or Shrimp Ceviche. For the main course: Trout Almondine, Coq Au Vin, Duck Pithivier, Ecuadorian Pork Stew, Duck A L’Orange, or Maison Steak Frites. Lastly, for dessert you have the options once more of Crêp A L’Orange, Ecuadorian Chocolate Mousse, Île Flottante, Soufflé En Noit et Blanc, or Crème Brûlée.

Nundini Chef’s Table

Sometimes called the “Hidden Gem of The Heights,” this authentic Italian restaurant by owner Giampaolo Nundini was founded under the principle of utilizing fresh ingredients which are mostly grown by their partner company Nundini Farms. After having worked from the ages of 5-18 at various restaurants in his home city of Livorno, Italy, he had learned a wealth of knowledge about food and wine. Today he has his own restaurant in the Heights where they serve authentic Italian cuisine.

On the Lunch Menu you will receive three courses, starting with your choice of a Caesar Salad, House Salad, or Minestrone Soup. For the second course, try to decide between Salmon Picatta, Lasagna Bolognese, or Limone Con Spinaci. Lastly, for dessert a Cannoli Alla Siciliana, Gelato, or Sorbetto.

Their Dinner Menu is a bit different, excluding the dessert section, starting with Caprese, Bruschetta, or Prosciutto E Melone for the first course. For the second, choose from Agnello Scottadito (Lamb Chops), Salmone All’acqua Pazza, Risotto Al Funghi Porcini Con Tartufo, or Pollo Alla Madeira. The dessert menu is the same for dinner as it is for lunch, including Gelato, Sorbetto, and Cannoli Alla Siciliana.