texas bucklist

Twin Lakes Park

Texas, Cedar Park · Twin Lakes Park · 2300 S Bell Blvd, Cedar Park, TX 78613, USA

Park with a playground and picnic tables featuring a paved trail popular for biking, running, and walking.

Meadows Center Glass-Bottom Boat Tours

Texas, San Marcos · Meadows Center Glass-Bottom Boat Tours · 201 San Marcos Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA

Glass-bottom boat tours with focus on local aquifer & marine life, plus a small museum & aquarium.

Hill Country Water Gardens & Nursery

Texas, Cedar Park · Hill Country Water Gardens & Nursery · 1407 N Bell Blvd #7085, Cedar Park, TX 78613, USA

This garden center has a vast array of plants, fountains & statues plus landscaping help & seminars.

Topgolf Houston - Katy

Energy Corridor, Houston · Topgolf Houston - Katy · 1030 Memorial Brook Blvd, Houston, TX 77084, USA

Sprawling entertainment venue with a high-tech driving range & swanky lounge with drinks & games.

East River 9

Northside, Houston · East River 9 · 65 Hirsch Rd, Houston, TX 77020, USA

Nameless Horse Ranch

Leander Hills, Leander · Nameless Horse Ranch · 13924 Gillum Creek Dr, Leander, TX 78641, USA

Needville Equestrian Farm

Texas, Needville · Needville Equestrian Farm · 9430 Oberrender Rd, Needville, TX 77461, USA

Cypress Trails Ranch LLC

Texas, Humble · Cypress Trails Ranch LLC · 21415 Cypresswood Dr, Humble, TX 77338, USA

Sam Houston Race Park

Texas, Houston · Sam Houston Race Park · 7575 North Sam Houston Pkwy W Gate 3, Houston, TX 77064, USA

Complex hosting horse races & big-name concerts, with a track-view restaurant on site.

Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern

Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park, Houston · Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern · 105-B Sabine St, Houston, TX 77007, USA

This decommissioned underground reservoir was built in 1926 & now features art installations.

Texas Gaushala Non Profit Organization

Texas, Waller · Texas Gaushala Non Profit Organization · 20303 Kickapoo Rd, Waller, TX 77484, USA

Atkinson Farms

Texas, Spring · Atkinson Farms · 3217 Spring Cypress Rd, Spring, TX 77388, USA

The Good Vibe Farm

Texas, Tomball · The Good Vibe Farm · 20702 Cypress Rose Hill Rd, Tomball, TX 77377, USA

ROSE Therapeutic Farm & Goat Yoga

Texas, Brookshire · ROSE Therapeutic Farm & Goat Yoga · 1324 Peach Ridge Rd, Brookshire, TX 77423, USA

Farm offering goat yoga, birthday parties, and other family-friendly events.

Fannin Flowers

Houston Museum District, Houston · Fannin Flowers · 4803 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77004, USA

Loose flowers, seeds, plants & supplies offered at a garden center with large open-air displays.

Julia Ideson Building

Central Business District, Houston · Julia Ideson Building · 550 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Beautiful historical building offering free admission, art exhibitions, and quiet rooms.

The List

South Central Houston, Houston · The List · 201 Roberts St, Houston, TX 77003, USA

Lifestyle boutique and coffeehouse with home goods and an on-site barber.

Rice University Moody Center For The Arts

University Place, Houston · Rice University Moody Center For The Arts · 6100 Main Street, MS-480, Houston, TX 77005, 6100 Main MS-550, Houston, TX 77005, USA

The River Oaks Theatre

Hyde Park, Houston · The River Oaks Theatre · 2009 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019, USA

Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.

Core & Soul Studio

Northside, Houston · Core & Soul Studio · 737 W Cavalcade St A, Houston, TX 77009, USA

DUO Houston - Autry Park

Montrose, Houston · DUO Houston - Autry Park · 3737 Cogdell St Suite 180, Houston, TX 77019, USA

Hi, skin

Northside, Houston · Hi, skin · 600 N Shepherd Dr Suite 420, Houston, TX 77007, USA

Sudor Sauna Studio

Montrose, Houston · Sudor Sauna Studio · 3515 W Dallas St Suite 400, Houston, TX 77019, USA

De Rest Massage & Spa

Northwest Houston, Houston · De Rest Massage & Spa · 1014 Wirt Rd #255, Houston, TX 77055, USA

Löyly Sauna Lounge

Montrose, Houston · Löyly Sauna Lounge · 1210 W Clay St #18, Houston, TX 77019, USA

The Modern Halo

Memorial City, Houston · The Modern Halo · 9778 Katy Fwy Suite 200, Houston, TX 77055, USA

Current Meditation

Greenway / Upper Kirby Area, Houston · Current Meditation · 5186 Buffalo Speedway, Houston, TX 77005, USA

SkinSpirit Katy

Texas, Katy · SkinSpirit Katy · 23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd Suite J110, Katy, TX 77494, USA

Smashed Clay Co.

Memorial City, Houston · Smashed Clay Co. · 12848 Queensbury Ln #204, Houston, TX 77024, USA

Color Me Mine

Northside, Houston · Color Me Mine · 600 N Shepherd Dr ste 184, Houston, TX 77007, USA

Paint-your-own ceramics chain, with a studio available for walk-ins, workshops & parties.

Gateway Classic Cars of Houston

Texas, Houston · Gateway Classic Cars of Houston · 1910 Cypress Station Dr Suite 200, Houston, TX 77090, USA

Velocity | Sim Racing Lounge

Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park, Houston · Velocity | Sim Racing Lounge · 2110 Edwards St, Houston, TX 77007, USA

Puttshack

Central Business District, Houston · Puttshack · 1200 McKinney St, Houston, TX 77010, USA

Venue pairing modern technology with challenging courses for a new take on mini-golf.

MACARON by Patisse

Hyde Park, Houston · MACARON by Patisse · 2033 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019, USA

Elegant little sweets boutique in a strip mall featuring many unusual flavors of French macarons.

Slick City Action Park

Willowbrook, Houston · Slick City Action Park · 17355 Tomball Pkwy #170B, Houston, TX 77064, USA

Break Life

Northwest Houston, Houston · Break Life · 5805 Centralcrest St, Houston, TX 77092, USA

Amusement center offering a variety of stress-relieving activities, from rage rooms to painting.

Truth BBQ

Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park, Houston · Truth BBQ · 110 S Heights Blvd, Houston, TX 77007, USA

Rustic, counter-serve pit stop for classic smoked meats with housemade sides & cakes plus beer.

Vibrant

Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park, Houston · Vibrant · 7575 N Picnic Ln Building B, Houston, TX 77007, USA

La Griglia

Montrose, Houston · La Griglia · 2817 W Dallas St, Houston, TX 77019, USA

Lively go-to for upscale Italian fare featuring ingredients sourced directly from Italy.

Winfield's Chocolate Bar

University Place, Houston · Winfield's Chocolate Bar · 2531 University Blvd, Houston, TX 77005, USA

Local candy shop offering housemade chocolates, desserts & ice cream in a counter-serve setting.

Tsopelli Bakery

Meadowviewland, Houston · Tsopelli Bakery · 806 Gulf Bank Rd, Houston, TX 77037, USA

Brisket & Rice

Texas, Houston · Brisket & Rice · 13111 FM 529, Houston, TX 77041, USA

Annabelle Brasserie

Montrose, Houston · Annabelle Brasserie · 811 Buffalo Pk Dr Suite 100, Houston, TX 77019, USA

Marmo

Montrose, Houston · Marmo · 888 Westheimer Rd Suite 109, Houston, TX 77006, USA

Los Tios

Memorial, Houston · Los Tios · 14006 Memorial Dr, Houston, TX 77079, USA

Branch of a casual local chain serving Mexican & Tex-Mex faves & classic margaritas since 1970.

Tiny’s Milk & Cookies Memorial

Westside, Houston · Tiny’s Milk & Cookies Memorial · 9655 Katy Fwy Suite 3100, Houston, TX 77024, USA

Traveler's Table

Montrose, Houston · Traveler's Table · 520 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006, USA

Modern spins on global dishes like Pad Thai and Jamaican Jerk Pork served in a cool, eclectic space.

Citizens Of Montrose, A Breakfast Restaurant & Cafe

Montrose, Houston · Citizens Of Montrose, A Breakfast Restaurant & Cafe · 907 Westheimer Rd Ste C, Houston, TX 77006, USA

Brunch-focused eats featuring classic favorites with a creative twist served in casual surroundings at this restaurant and bar.

Be More Pacific

Northside, Houston · Be More Pacific · 506 Yale St Suite E, Houston, TX 77007, USA

Casual eatery specializing in traditional Filipino dishes, plus craft beer & cocktails.

Poke Poki

Highway 6/murphy, Missouri City · Poke Poki · 5938 Hwy 6, Missouri City, TX 77459, USA

Pudgy’s Fine Cookies

Northside, Houston · Pudgy’s Fine Cookies · 1010 N Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77008, USA

Oh My Gogi!

Mid West, Houston · Oh My Gogi! · 5901 Westheimer Rd Suite G, Houston, TX 77057, USA

Hokkaido

Chinatown, Houston · Hokkaido · 9108 Bellaire Blvd SUITE G, Houston, TX 77036, USA

Popular restaurant offering sushi along with complimentary soup & tea in modest surrounds.

Paulie's

Hyde Park, Houston · Paulie's · 1834 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77098, USA

Counter-serve Italian cafe/espresso bar serving housemade pastas, pizza & famous shortbread cookies.

Poke Burri / Lifting Noodles Ramen

Lake Pointe, Sugar Land · Poke Burri / Lifting Noodles Ramen · 1525 Lake Pointe Pkwy Suite 400, Sugar Land, TX 77478, USA

Bread Zeppelin Salads Elevated

Greenway / Upper Kirby Area, Houston · Bread Zeppelin Salads Elevated · 3235 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77027, USA

Hui Lau Shan

Chinatown, Houston · Hui Lau Shan · 9889 Bellaire Blvd Suite C317, Houston, TX 77036, USA

Popular chain specializing in mango desserts such as chewy balls and mochi.

Traveler's Table

Montrose, Houston · Traveler's Table · 520 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006, USA

Modern spins on global dishes like Pad Thai and Jamaican Jerk Pork served in a cool, eclectic space.

The Burger Joint

Montrose, Houston · The Burger Joint · 2703 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006, USA

Neighborhood spot with a patio serving gourmet burgers, fancy shakes, wine & craft beer.

La Cocina de TJ

Texas, Missouri City · La Cocina de TJ · 9101 Sienna Crossing Dr #800, Missouri City, TX 77459, USA

Leaf & Grain

Central Business District, Houston · Leaf & Grain · 1200 McKinney St Suite 479, Houston, TX 77010, USA

Bustling, quick-serve outpost for health-conscious fare with build-your-own & vegetarian options.

Koffeteria

East Downtown, Houston · Koffeteria · 1110 Hutchins St #102, Houston, TX 77003, USA

ALMANKAL GRILL

Texas, Sugar Land · ALMANKAL GRILL · 10021 S Texas 6, Sugar Land, TX 77498, USA

Tao Tao Tea

Parkway Plaza Shopping Center, Missouri City · Tao Tao Tea · 20340 Fort Bend Pkwy Toll Rd ste120, Missouri City, TX 77459, USA

Hachi

Westside, Houston · Hachi · 5333 Westheimer Rd #100, Houston, TX 77056, USA

Itaewon Pocha + Karaoke

Spring Branch Central, Houston · Itaewon Pocha + Karaoke · 1444 Blalock Rd Suite A, Houston, TX 77055, USA

Mensho

Chinatown, Houston · Mensho · 9889 Bellaire Blvd STE C308, Houston, TX 77036, USA

Comfy, stylish eatery specializing in ramen dishes and small plates.

Linda's Tropical Fruits

Alief, Houston · Linda's Tropical Fruits · 10600 Bellaire Blvd UNIT 114, Houston, TX 77072, USA

Mamaka Bowls

Northside, Houston · Mamaka Bowls · 733 Yale St, Houston, TX 77007, USA

Little Hen

Afton Oaks / River Oaks Area, Houston · Little Hen · 4444 Westheimer Ct H110, Houston, TX 77027, USA

Mama Mia

Alief, Houston · Mama Mia · 11111 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072, USA

La La Land

Northside, Houston · La La Land · 600 N Shepherd Dr Suite 140, Houston, TX 77007, USA

Warm and friendly coffeehouse featuring outdoor seating and a menu that includes avocado toast.

Chef Kang's Home Cook-집밥강선생

Northwest Houston, Houston · Chef Kang's Home Cook-집밥강선생 · 1249 Blalock Rd Suite D, Houston, TX 77055, USA

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

Mid West, Houston · Pappas Bros. Steakhouse · 5839 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77057, USA

Hachi

Westside, Houston · Hachi · 5333 Westheimer Rd #100, Houston, TX 77056, USA

Artisana Bread

Central Northwest, Houston · Artisana Bread · 965 Pinemont Dr #800, Houston, TX 77018, USA

Chicha San Chen

Chinatown, Houston · Chicha San Chen · 9750 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77036, USA

Le’DRIP Coffee and Tea - Chinatown

Chinatown, Houston · Le’DRIP Coffee and Tea - Chinatown · 9889 Bellaire Blvd Suite E-205, Houston, TX 77036, USA

Della Coffee

Montrose, Houston · Della Coffee · 1000 W Gray St #100, Houston, TX 77019, USA

Waygood Coffee

Greenway / Upper Kirby Area, Houston · Waygood Coffee · 3819 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098, USA

Rodeo Goat

East Downtown, Houston · Rodeo Goat · 2105 Dallas St, Houston, TX 77003, USA

Casual joint offering inventive variations on house-ground burgers and a lengthy craft-beer lineup, with takeout options.

Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

South Main, Houston · Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken · 8110 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77054, USA

Long-running chain serving spicy fried chicken & comfort sides in a low-key setting.

Drake's Hollywood

Hyde Park, Houston · Drake's Hollywood · 1100 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006, USA

The Fish

South Central Houston, Houston · The Fish · 309 Gray St #107, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Sushi bar & Japanese restaurant with modern interior for imaginative rolls & happening social scene.

Shabu Zone

Alief, Houston · Shabu Zone · 11201 Bellaire Blvd Suite 2, Houston, TX 77072, USA

Spacious, casual stop offering a buffet of grill-your-own shabu-shabu seafood & meat options.

burger-chan

St. George Place, Houston · burger-chan · 5353 W Alabama St Suite 110, Houston, TX 77056, USA

Phở Sapa

Alief, Houston · Phở Sapa · 11698 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072, USA

Crawfish Cafe

Alief, Houston · Crawfish Cafe · 11209 Bellaire Blvd, Houston, TX 77072, USA

Laid-back spot serving spicy boiled shellfish & other Cajun-style seafood, plus raw oysters.

Ramen Bar Ichi

Briar Forest, Houston · Ramen Bar Ichi · 1801 S Dairy Ashford Rd #108, Houston, TX 77077, USA

Japanese noodle soups are the draw at this contemporary eatery with counter & booth seating.

Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar

University Place, Houston · Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar · 5333 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77005, USA

Polanquito

Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial Park, Houston · Polanquito · 404 Shepherd Dr #7336, Houston, TX 77007, USA

Kata Robata

Greenway / Upper Kirby Area, Houston · Kata Robata · 3600 Kirby Dr suite h, Houston, TX 77098, USA

Sleek, contemporary space for innovative sushi & Japanese small plates such as Kobe beef skewers.

The Gypsy Poet

South Central Houston, Houston · The Gypsy Poet · 2404 Austin St, Houston, TX 77004, USA

Live poetry, open-mic sessions & patio dining at a popular hangout for artisanal wood-fired pizza.

Aga's Restaurant & Catering

Brays Oaks, Houston · Aga's Restaurant & Catering · 11842 Wilcrest Dr, Houston, TX 77031, USA

Relaxed strip-mall restaurant offering a variety of Indian & Pakistani favorites.

Handies Douzo

Montrose, Houston · Handies Douzo · 4005 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006, USA

milk + sugar

Hyde Park, Houston · milk + sugar · 1848 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77098, USA

Laid-back spot for handcrafted ice cream in creative flavors housed in a restored historic building.

Street Food Thai Market

Northside, Houston · Street Food Thai Market · 1010 W Cavalcade St Unit D, Houston, TX 77009, USA

Calm, modestly appointed restaurant preparing Thai curries, noodle dishes & other specialties.

The Breakfast Klub

South Central Houston, Houston · The Breakfast Klub · 3711 Travis St, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Hotspot for diner-style American eats & stick-to-your-ribs soul food including chicken & waffles.

Haidilao Hot Pot Katy

Texas, Katy · Haidilao Hot Pot Katy · 23220 Grand Cir Blvd #100, Katy, TX 77449, USA

Trendy hot pot restaurant offering seafood and meat options, plus noodles.

Thiên Thanh

Alief, Houston · Thiên Thanh · 11210 Bellaire Blvd #140, Houston, TX 77072, USA

Informal restaurant serving a wide variety of traditional Vietnamese dishes in a strip mall setting.

Tacos Doña Lena ( Spring Branch )

Spring Branch Central, Houston · Tacos Doña Lena ( Spring Branch ) · 8788 Hammerly Blvd G, Houston, TX 77080, USA

Straightforward tacos, enchiladas & gorditas whipped up in a down-to-earth spot with basic seating.

ECK Bakery

Alief, Houston · ECK Bakery · 6918 Wilcrest Dr A, Houston, TX 77072, USA

Unassuming bakeshop featuring sweet & savory Chinese baked goods such as egg custard tarts.

BORI - Spring Branch

Northwest Houston, Houston · BORI - Spring Branch · 1453 Witte Rd, Houston, TX 77080, USA

Contemporary steakhouse serving Korean cuisine & drinks in a chic space with an art gallery.

Coppa Osteria

University Place, Houston · Coppa Osteria · 5210 Morningside Dr, Houston, TX 77005, USA

Rustic Italian cuisine, including small plates, pastas & pizzas, in an airy room with modern flair.

Derby Restaurant Houston

Willowbrook, Houston · Derby Restaurant Houston · 13150 Breton Ridge St, Houston, TX 77070, USA

Fashion Thrift

Central Southwest, Houston · Fashion Thrift · 13817 S Post Oak Rd, Houston, TX 77045, USA

Brand Marca Thrift

Brays Oaks, Houston · Brand Marca Thrift · 11625 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77031, USA

Charity Guild Shop

Montrose, Houston · Charity Guild Shop · 1203 Lovett Blvd, Houston, TX 77006, USA

The Blue Bird Circle

Montrose, Houston · The Blue Bird Circle · 615 W Alabama St, Houston, TX 77006, USA

The Guild Shop

Hyde Park, Houston · The Guild Shop · 2009 Dunlavy St, Houston, TX 77006, USA

Consignment shop stocking collectibles, art, lighting, furniture, home accents, clothing & jewelry.

Designer Diva Resale, Nonprofit

Northwest Houston, Houston · Designer Diva Resale, Nonprofit · 10605 Stebbins Cir, Houston, TX 77043, USA

Sprawling showroom featuring secondhand attire for women, including bridal gowns & accessories.

Heights Antiques On Yale, LLC

Northside, Houston · Heights Antiques On Yale, LLC · 2110 Yale St, Houston, TX 77008, USA

AG Antiques

Northside, Houston · AG Antiques · 313 W 19th St, Houston, TX 77008, USA

The Antique Gallery of Houston

Texas, Spring · The Antique Gallery of Houston · 21127 Spring Towne Dr, Spring, TX 77388, USA

Spacious antique mall boasts a range of furnishings, jewelry, art & collectibles from 250+ vendors.

The Guild Shop

Hyde Park, Houston · The Guild Shop · 2009 Dunlavy St, Houston, TX 77006, USA

Consignment shop stocking collectibles, art, lighting, furniture, home accents, clothing & jewelry.

Evergirl Vintage

South Central Houston, Houston · Evergirl Vintage · 201 Roberts St, Houston, TX 77003, USA