25 Essential South Houston Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of South Houston.
Taqueria De Jalisco
Texas
Mexican classics, including housemade tortillas, are served at this busy, simple eatery.
Pedacito D Cielo
Texas
an everyday essential table known for disciplined breakfast restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 77.5.
Burger King
Texas
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.
Magic Burger
South Houston, Texas
Longtime, unadorned counter-serve joint with burgers & sides, plus fried seafood meals & sandwiches.
China River
South Houston, Texas
This Chinese restaurant offers a big buffet of Asian food, plus American & Mexican choices.
Marina Seafood Kitchen
South Houston, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Taqueria La Favorita
South Houston, Texas
Identifies as Latino-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout.
Cherry Top Taqueria
South Houston, Texas
Unassuming bakery with a Latin twist offering custom wedding & occasion cakes, plus tacos.
McDonald's
South Houston, Texas
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
The Perfect Rack Bar and Grill
South Houston, Texas
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Taqueria Los Reyes
South Houston, Texas
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
TaquerÃa El Maizal 2
South Houston, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Rooftop seating, Serves local specialty, Sports. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch.
La Colombiana
South Houston, Texas
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Taqueria Tacos Al Carbon
South Houston, Texas
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Cocina de Jalisco
South Houston, Texas
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.
Connie's Seafood Kitchen
South Houston, Texas
Established spot for casual dining from a menu of seafood with a Mexican or Asian twist.
Tacos La Bala #9
South Houston, Texas
Identifies as Latino-owned, Identifies as women-owned. Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
Subway
South Houston, Texas
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
Jack in the Box
South Houston, Texas
Burgers, chicken, tacos & breakfast items fill out the menu at this fast-food chain.
Lara's Pizzeria
South Houston, Texas
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Fritanga Nicaraguense La Carreta
South Houston, Texas
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great coffee, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
La Fonda Taqueria
South Houston, Texas
Service options: Drive-through, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great coffee, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Taqueria mi pueblito
South Houston, Texas
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great coffee, Serves local specialty. Popular for.
Taqueria Tepatitlan
South Houston, Texas
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Live music.
Refresqueria South Houston
South Houston, Texas
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible seating.