The saying goes that one can travel the world without leaving Houston. The sheer diversity of the city, which is home to some of the largest immigrant populations in the country, means its culinary scene is a true smorgasbord of cuisines and flavors, and ensuring that you experience it all can be a daunting task.
That’s where the Eater 38 comes in. This map is intended to answer the eternal question of where you should dine in Clutch City, and highlights the vital restaurants that make up its beating heart. But a constantly evolving dining scene also means this list can’t stay the same. Each quarter, Eater Houston updates the 38 to better reflect the changes — and mainstays — in its tapestry. For the winter season, Ninfa’s, Pier 6, and Tris have been swapped out to make way for noteworthy additions like Jun, Le Jardinier, and Street to Kitchen.
Without further ado, go forth and explore Houston’s most compelling tacos, juiciest brisket, and classic Viet-Cajun cuisine.
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