Viet-Cajun Crawfish
Spicy crawfish boiled with garlic butter and citrus, a signature Houston fusion dish.
The must-try food that defines Houston, TX's culinary culture
Spicy crawfish boiled with garlic butter and citrus, a signature Houston fusion dish.
Slow-smoked beef brisket seasoned with salt and pepper, a cornerstone of Texas barbecue.
Corn tortillas rolled with cheese and smothered in a rich, dark chili gravy.
Sizzling marinated skirt steak served with flour tortillas and traditional accompaniments.
Tenderized beef cutlet breaded and fried, typically served with white cream gravy.
Flour tortillas filled with eggs, cheese, and various meats like bacon or chorizo.
Soft yeast pastries filled with fruit, poppy seeds, or savory sausage and cheese.
A classic Southern dessert made with a sugary filling and Texas-grown pecans.
Deep-fried balls of Cajun pork and rice sausage, common in Houston's Gulf Coast food scene.
Corn chips topped with chili, cheese, and onions, often served right in the bag.
Tender, slow-cooked beef head meat served on corn tortillas with cilantro and onion.
A dark roux-based stew with local seafood or sausage, reflecting Louisiana's influence.
The official state dish of Texas, a thick beef stew flavored with chili peppers.
Corn masa dough steamed in a corn husk, usually filled with seasoned pork.
Sweet, creamy candy disks made from brown sugar, butter, and pecans.
Cornmeal-crusted catfish fillets, a staple of local Southern-style seafood houses.
A warm, creamy melted cheese dip served with toasted corn tortilla chips.
Extra-thick sliced bread that is buttered and toasted to a golden brown.
Scrambled eggs mixed with fried tortilla strips, peppers, onions, and cheese.
Light, puffy fried dough triangles typically served with honey for dipping.