Houston/Uptown

Uptown is in Houston, though nobody in Houston has used that term since about 1970 - it's generally referred to as "The Galleria", or to motorists at I-610 and U.S. 59 as the highway to avoid. == Get in == == See == 1 Williams Tower, 2800 Post Oak. The 3rd-largest skyscraper in Houston, and largest in the world outside of a downtown or central business district. A short walk from the Galleria, also check out the ever-romantic Water Wall. You used to be able to visit an observation deck on a high floor, but no longer. 2 The Waterwall. Sculptural fountain with park. (updated Jan 2024) == Do == Rooftop Cinema Club, 1700 Post Oak Blvd 5th Level. (updated Jan 2024) == Buy == 1 The Galleria, Westheimer at Post Oak. Huge shopping mall filled with high end retail stores and restaurants, several hotels and even includes an indoor year-round ice skating rink used by Tara Lipinski. Free parking (if you find the right lots). 2 Marq*E. Outdoor shopping mall with many attractions including a giant movie theater. == Eat == America's Restaurant, 1800 Post Oak Blvd. The menu draws from the foods and cooking techniques of North, Central and South America, to make one New World Cuisine; as you pass under its Mayan-inspired door, you quickly realize that nothing about this place is ordinary. Cafe Annie, 1728 Post Oak Blvd, ☏ +1 713-840-1111. Insanely expensive prices, but very good American cuisine. Reservations required. Mystery Cafe, 2400 West Loop South (Sheraton, IH-610 at Westheimer), ☏ +1 713-944-2583. "Where MURDER is always on the menu!" $52.95/person. Ragin' Cajun, 4302 Richmond Ave, ☏ +1 713-623-6321. This is the world's best Cajun kitchen that hasn't been destroyed by a hurricane. Gumbo, jambalaya, and crawdads are served up in a funky, downhome casual restaurant where the zydeco music never stops. The Murder Mystery Company in Houston, 7620 Katy Fwy #100, ☏ +1-888-643-2583. Live, interactive murder mystery shows in Houston. (updated Jan 2024) 1 Whole Foods Market (Whole Foods), 1700 Post Oak Blvd. Wide range of prepared foods and meals that are custom prepared. Coffee bar, micro-brewery, sushi bar, taco bar, sandwich bar, juice/smoothie bar, salad bar, buffet, pizza oven, burger bar, bakery. (updated Jan 2024) 2 The Original Ninfa's Uptown Houston. TexMex. (updated Jan 2024) == Drink == 1 The Tasting Room, 1101 Uptown Park Blvd, ☏ +1 713 993-9800. With more seating than any other bar in Houston, the Tasting Room is a unique experience and is an ideal spot for a great night out. Choose from over 200 wines priced from the reasonable $15 per bottle to the indulgent $1,000 per bottle. Wild West, 6101 Richmond Ave, ☏ +1 713 266-3455. == Sleep == === Budget === === Mid-range === 1 Courtyard - Galleria, 2900 Sage Road. Fairfield Inn - Galleria, 3131 West Loop S. Houston Marriott Westchase, 2900 Briarpark Dr. 2 Hyatt House - Houston Galleria, 3440 Sage Rd. Pet-friendly, all-suite hotel. 3 TownePlace Suites Houston Galleria Area, 5315 S Rice Ave, ☏ +1 713-664-7494. Pet friendly, all suites, full kitchens, free parking, and free breakfast. (updated Jan 2017) 4 Houston Marriott West Loop by The Galleria, 1750 West Loop South. (updated Jan 2024) === Splurge === 5 Granduca Houston, 1080 Uptown Park Blvd, toll-free: +1-888-472-6382. Luxury hotel offering the ambiance of an Italian palace along with the upscale touches of a five-star hotel. 6 Hotel Derek, 2525 W. Loop South, ☏ +1 713 961-3000. The Houstonian, 111 North Post Oak Ln, ☏ +1 713 680-2626. Located on a wooded 18-acre site, the hotel includes a fitness club and full-service spa. 7 Omni Houston Hotel, 4 Riverway, ☏ +1 713 871-8181. == Connect ==