Warehouse-converted neighbourhood east of US-59 with Nancy's Hustle, Koffeteria, Theodore Rex, Truck Yard and the Shell Energy Stadium drawing post-game crowds.
Theodore Rex in Houston is Justin Yu's bistro on Nance Street, the warmer sequel to his now-closed Oxheart, with a tomato toast and seasonal blackboard menu that locals book first.
Signature: Tomato toast, Pork chop with grits
Order: The tomato toast in summer. The pork chop with grits the rest of the year.
Tip: The bar is walk-in only and the best seat. Get there at 5pm Thursday or Sunday.
Nancy's Hustle in Houston is the EaDo bistro on Polk Street since 2017, with the much-copied Nancy Cakes cornbread, a strong natural-wine list and a counter open until 11pm.
Signature: Nancy Cakes (cornbread), Burger
Order: Nancy Cakes (cornbread with bottarga butter) and the burger. The pasta of the day is always good.
Tip: Bar seats are first-come; the dining room takes reservations. Sunday burger night still draws a line.
Nancy's Hustle in Houston is the EaDo bistro on Polk Street since 2017, with Nancy Cakes cornbread, a much-copied burger and a serious natural-wine list.
Signature: Nancy Cakes (cornbread with bottarga butter), Burger
Order: Nancy Cakes and the burger. Pasta of the day. Order from the by-the-glass list.
Tip: Bar seats are first-come, dining room takes reservations. The patio in mild weather is the play.