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Things to do: Houston, TX Edition

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Looking for fun restaurants and activities in Houston? See my recommendations below for places you can go and love.
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Outdoor Activities

 
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Memorial Park is one of the cleanest and most beautiful parks I have ever been to! The route is 3 miles but you can make it 4! Grab a friend and go enjoy the beautiful trail, scenery, and wildlife!
Memorial Park Conservancy
 
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Do you want to be in a clean, friendly, and diverse area where you can find the most high-quality locally grown goods? Heights Mercantile is for you!
Heights Mercantile
 
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Eleanor Tinsley Park is the perfect place for a get together or a fun picnic!
Eleanor Tinsley Park
 
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Hermann Park has gorgeous trees and plants to eye when strolling through the garden!
Japanese Garden

Restaurants

 
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Longhorn Steakhouse is known for its steaks that are grilled to perfection! You don't want to miss out on getting one of them.
Longhorn Steakhouse | Houston, TX
 
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Hands down my favorite American restaurant near me. You have to try their BBQ Shrimp Salad! Trust me.
Jonathan's The Rub | Houston, TX
 
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Have you been craving a big juicy fried chicken sandwich? Well, the best one is at KP's Kitchen. This is one of my favorite restaurant recommendations to give people. Trust!
KP's Kitchen | American Food in Houston, TX
 
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Ember & Greens is a newer restaurant in the Memorial area with yummy salads, sandwiches, and burgers. The service is amazing and the food hits every time!
Ember & Greens | Houston Restaurant & Bar
 
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Hands down my favorite Mexican restaurant in the Memorial area. There are other locations as well, but this one is more convenient for me. You have to try their green sauce- to die for!
Chuy's Tex-Mex | Bunker Hill, TX
 
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Goode Co is my family's go to Mexican restaurant. The service is amazing and the workers are so friendly!
Goode Company Kitchen & Cantina | Houston, TX
 
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BuffBurger has the most delicious burgers, toasted buns, and fresh toppings that I've ever had on a burger. This place never disappoints!
BuffBurger | Houston, TX
 
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Everything on this menu is delicious! “The greenest restaurant in Texas” is an absolute understatement.
Bellagreen | American Bistro | Greenest restaurant in Texas
 
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My absolute favorite sandwich is here at Barnaby's- I get the Turkey sandwich with cranberry mayo. You're welcome.
Barnaby's Cafe | Houston, TX
 
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Looking for a grab-and-go taco? I 100% recommend the Mexi-Cali Shrimp Taco from Velvet Taco. You're welcome.
Velvet Taco | Houston, TX
 
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Collina's is a locally owned restaurant in Houston. It has such a fun environment for families! You have to get their focaccia bread to start :)
Collinas Italian Cafe | Houston, TX
 
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Mia's is such a fun, family-friendly environment with amazing food (and free soft serve)!!!
Mia's Table | Houston, TX
 
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I think that I found the most romantic Italian place in Houston. When we arrived, they sat us at a candlelit table and took our drink order before they seated us. I ended up getting the Spicy Gemelli pasta (Gemelli, spicy vodka sauce, basil, & Re...
Il Bracco | Post Oak, Houston