Houston Heights Uncovered:
What to See, Eat, and Do

Welcome to The Heights!

As Realtors our main job is to ensure that we meet your needs by staying up to date with knowledge of local neighborhoods to find the right home for you. We understand that you are not just buying a house, but investing in the lifestyle built around your home. That’s why it’s important to get to know and fall in love with the area you are moving to. This includes seeing if it matches your style, personality and needs! In our neighborhood guide series, we will be exploring each area of Houston and showcasing the life around them. First up is the Houston Heights where we will highlight the most popular restaurants, bars, entertainment and unique shops. If you are moving to this fabulous neighborhood or are interested in visiting, stick around to see all of the incredible things The Heights has to offer.

Must Visits on 19th Street

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The Heights Theater

An iconic landmark of the Heights that hosts a variety of shows & events.

339 W 19th St, Houston, TX 77008

+ More on 19th Street

Vinal Edge

Houston Toy Museum

Electric Love

Boomtown Coffee

Manready Mercantile

AG Antiques

Vinal Edge - An eclectic shop full of vinyls of all genres.

Houston Toy Museum - Explore the history of vintage toys and collectibles for a dose of nostalgia.

Electric Love - Costumes, festival and alternative clothing.

Boomtown Coffee - A small-batch specialty coffee roaster with a variety of drinks and breakfast foods. This is a great place to work, study, or just hang out!

Manready Mercantile - A unique, locally owned shop that has everything including apparel, leather accessories, candles, home goods, and more.

AG Antiques - Prepare to get lost in vintage collectibles, antiques and eclectic finds.

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Night Life

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Looking for a wild good time? Not only is this coffee shop aesthetically pleasing, but it features craft cocktails that can be infused with CBD or THC.

2121 N Shepherd Dr Suite C, Houston, TX 77008

+ More night life?

Bungalow Heights

Lei Low

Heights Social

McIntyre's

Incanto

Tokyo Shot Bar

Moonshine Deck

Austin's Backyard

Highline Park

Casa Nomad

Bungalow Heights - In this rustic and lively bar, sophisticated American cuisine is served, along with a brunch menu featuring flavors from around the world. Don’t miss the happy hour deals like $8 cocktails and $5 house wines.

Lei Low - Paradise awaits at this local tiki bar.

Heights Social - Upscale lounge where you can enjoy a dirty martini under the opulent chandelier.

McIntyre's - Enjoy a number of cocktails, beer and wine while lounging on the outdoor patio swings

Incanto - Picturesque bar with light bites and innovative drinks. 

Tokyo Shot Bar - Be the life of the party at this vibrant specialty shot bar.

Moonshine Deck - Try out the "pour it yourself' tap beer station!

Austin's Backyard - Keep Houston weird with a taste of Austin in the Heights.

Highline Park - Lively sports bar located in MKT with a view of the beautiful park.

Casa Nomad - Dimly lit cocktail bar with a moody vibe, perfect for intimate drinks on date night.

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Places to Shop

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Jubilee

A colorful, fun boutique that carries the most unique pieces you'll find anywhere. 

325 W 19th St, Houston, TX 77008

+ More places to shop?

Big Blue Whale

Emerson Rose

Blessings Plants & Music

Venus Hair

Houston Farmers Market

Heights Mercantile

M-K-T Heights

Big Blue Whale - Have kiddos of your own? This shop has plenty of fun in store for you and them!

Emerson Rose - A cute boutique shop filled with clothing, home goods, gifts and more.

Blessings Plants & Music - Cozy shop that houses plants, herbs, music and good vibes.

Venus Hair - Funky, eccentric salon where you can take a picture with Elvis or the famous art car!

Houston Farmers Market - Celebrate diversity, craftsmanship and food at this 18-acre market.

Heights Mercantile - Find retail, wellness and dining all in one spot. Plus, special farmer's markets take place every second and fourth Sunday of the month.

M-K-T Heights - One-stop-shop for all things dining, shopping and entertainment. 

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Restaurants & Dining

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Buttermilk Baby

Brand new diner at MKT that serves carver ice cream and is adorned with Instagram-worthy decor. 

600 N Shepherd Dr Suite 250, Houston, TX 77007

+ More Restaurants & Dining

Rice Box

Zalat Pizza

Hopdoddy

Feng Cha

Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream

Torchy's Tacos

Cedar Creek

Rainbow Lodge

Pinkerton's Barbecue

Handies Douzo

The Ginger Mule

Ema

Taco Stand

Burger Joint

Better Luck Tomorrow

Sweet Bribery

Green Fork & Straw

Melange Creperie

Squable

Rice Box - American-Chinese food served with a retro, yet futuristic flair.

Zalat Pizza - Hand-tossed New York style pizza with funky creations such as their pho and elote pizzas. 

Hopdoddy - Fun and creative burgers you can pair with delicious drinks.

Feng Cha - Satisfy your thirst with a variety of refreshing milk teas, smoothies and lattes topped with boba.

Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream - Try the Gooey Butter Cake flavor, we promise you won't regret it!

Torchy's Tacos - Located right behind the "I love you" mural. Pose for a photo op with your tasty tacos!

Cedar Creek - Patio bar and restaurant that looks and feels like a neighborhood barbecue. 

Rainbow Lodge - Upscale dining in an elegant log cabin that serves wild game and seafood.

Pinkerton's Barbecue - With over 4000 reviews, this spot is renowned in Texas for its quality meats.

Handies Douzo - Lively sushi bar that specializes in hand rolls and crudos.

The Ginger Mule - Plant-based, vegan restaurant with a cozy atmosphere.

Ema - A Mexican bakery & cafe that serves up authentic pan dulce and a colorful food menu.

Taco Stand - The Burger Joint and Taco Stand are neighboring spots with the same owner, serving up two distinct cravings side by side—and soon, The Pizza Place will join them to complete the trio.

Burger Joint - The Burger Joint and Taco Stand are neighboring spots with the same owner, serving up two distinct cravings side by side—and soon, The Pizza Place will join them to complete the trio.

Better Luck Tomorrow - Modern, elevated comfort food with inventive cocktails and a great atmosphere. 

Sweet Bribery - A sweet staple of 19th Street featuring fun flavors like space city orange and cinnamon toast crunch.

Green Fork & Straw - On a health kick? Look no further as this spot serves organic smoothies, juices, and tasty salads.

Melange Creperie - Features a weekly rotating menu with savory and sweet crepes that will surely satisfy your cravings.

Squable - European inspired menu with a stylish, yet cozy ambiance. 

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