3 new american spots in EaDo (East Downtown), editor-picked by TableJourney. All of EaDo (East Downtown)'s food · All new american in Houston.
Theodore Rex ★ 4.7
1302 Nance St, Houston, TX 77002
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.
Tip: The bar is walk-in only and the best seat. Get there at 5pm Thursday or Sunday.
Nancy's Hustle ★ 4.5
2704 Polk St, Houston, TX 77003
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.
Tip: Bar seats are first-come, dining room takes reservations. The patio in mild weather is the play.
Nancy's Hustle ★ 4.3
2704 Polk St, Houston, TX 77003
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.
Tip: Bar seats are first-come; the dining room takes reservations. Sunday burger night still draws a line.