There are many stretches of Houston streets filled with delicious restaurants and great shopping. Some are just more hidden than others. West Gray, which borders Montrose and River Oaks, may be one you’ve missed. It has an assortment of entertainment for you to enjoy all year long. Let’s take a look!
Let’s Grab Some Grub
If you go for a drive down West Gray, trust me, you’re gonna want to stop and get out for a bite. For the pizza lovers, there are several options. First, there’s a classic Houston pizzeria, Romano’s, started by cousins Vinny and Frank. Then there’s Pink’s Pizza, known for its fresh ingredients. And finally, the brand-new Pizzana blends traditional and unexpected flavors to make one-of-a-kind items like their cacio e pepe pizza. Besides pizza, devour a Texas chili burger from Barnaby’s Cafe, or dine on authentic French cuisine from Brasserie 19, or enjoy the sushi bar at Hudson House.
Let’s Go Explore
The historic River Oaks Theater, where acclaimed Houston filmmaker Richard Linklater grew up watching movies, has been shuttered since 2021, but is planning to reopen soon. In the meantime, the Friends of River Oaks Theatre hosts movie nights across Houston throughout the year to help fundraise. Meanwhile, it’s easy to get lost in River Oaks Shopping Center, whether you’re taking in contemporary art at the Texas Gallery, participating in a cooking class at Sur La Table, or checking out these rare antique maps and prints at The Antiquarium.
What part of West Gray do you enjoy this most? Plus, here’s more of the backstory on the beloved River Oaks Theatre.
