Where to Eat in South Houston: The Best Restaurants and Bars

April 14, 2018 Augustus Redeker

South Houston is a city in the U.S. state of Texas, within Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area and Harris County. The population was 16,983 at the 2010 census. It is bordered by the cities of Houston and Pasadena.
Things to do in South Houston

1. Casarez Mexican Restaurant

887 Edgebrook Dr, Houston, TX 77034-1923 Seating, Waitstaff Mexican Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner +1 713-947-1428
Excellent
62%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
6%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 15 reviews

Reviewed By William H - Waco

I saw 5 police cars in the parking lot so I decided to stop. A small taqueria with a religious accent.
I just order a breakfast taco (beans and potatoes. I was served quickly,but it was potatoe and bacon.
The price was a little high ($2) for the area and the small tortilla. Flavor was good. you can get the same taco for $1.25 at other places.

2. Taqueria Arandas

10403 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX 77034-2099 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible Mexican, Latin, Spanish Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast +1 713-910-2905
Excellent
54%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 21 reviews

Taqueria Arandas

Reviewed By Larry G - Houston

I have been eating lunch at this location about once a week for probably 4 years now. It is quite easily my favorite Mexican Restaurant in Houston. I have never had a bad meal or poor service as this location. Fresh food, great service, good prices,.. not much else to say.

3. Waffle House

1720 College St, Houston, TX 77017-7003 Seating, Waitstaff, Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible American, Diner Breakfast, Brunch +1 713-946-2715
Excellent
39%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
7%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 27 reviews

Reviewed By jack w - Houston, Texas

Over the years I'd heard people say that one or another Waffle House was a good, predictable place to grab some fast diner food. My first try was in Houston 4 years ago. Place was cruddy, reeked of grease and the food was just as bad. Not one to hold a grudge I dismissed it as an example bad local management and passed it off. 2 years ago I stopped on I-10 and gave it a 2nd try. Much newer, cleaner, etc. Same menu. Tasteless, same grease and the coffee was close to warm colored water.

The 3rd strike came last November back in Houston. Different location, a little less grease on the counter and walls. This time the "wait staff" and counter man must have been recruited from a prison farm. Acted annoyed that a customer came in and interrupted their chit-chat. No "can I help you", " thanks", etc. Dropped the idea of eating, had coffee ( same dishwater recipe) and left for the absolute last time.

I'm not a big fan of Fast Food in general, but the public should at least be served reasonably well prepared food in a clean setting. MY advice.....stick to Wendy's, What a Burger, etc.

4. Denny's

9810 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX 77034-1041 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible American, Diner Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +1 713-946-0230
Excellent
32%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
0%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 40 reviews

Denny's

Reviewed By Jessica M - Santa Fe, New Mexico

When my family and I visited the Denny's near Gulf freeway in Houston, I was pleasantly surprised. Our server, Mike, was very fast and efficient , he put our order right in so the food came out relatively quick. I ordered the Light veggie egg white omelette with English muffin and fruit but what I got was regular egg omelette, hash browns, english muffin and fruit. So if your looking for a lighter option just be very specific. The veggie omelette was packed with fresh squash, mushrooms and tomatoes>very tasty. I had a couple of bites of my husband's blueberry pancakes and they were very good. It was packed with what seemed like fresh blueberries. The report from my daughter on the chicken strips was very positive. The restaurant was clean and we had a very good meal. Enjoy!

5. Chilos Seafood Restaurant

1150 Edgebrook Dr, Houston, TX 77034-1804 Waitstaff Seafood Lunch +1 713-947-8700
Excellent
55%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 11 reviews

Chilos Seafood Restaurant

Reviewed By FoodfanUSA - Austin, Texas

When I travel I prefer to eat at local places to support local business. Glad I found this place. Warm atmosphere, friendly staff, cold beer and fantastic mexican food. Had the beef fajitas and they were as good as anywhere. If you're stuck spending the night near Hobby airport you have to check this place out for sure.

6. Taco Cabana

9220 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX 77017-7011 Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible Mexican, Fast Food Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner +1 713-941-1203
Excellent
6%
Good
61%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
18%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 32 reviews

Taco Cabana

Reviewed By Ramzfan2013 - Reno, Nevada

We ate here with our family on a Saturday evening. We were staying at the hotel across the road and it was the closest restaurant without calling a taxi. The food was filling but that's the best I can say about it. We sat outdoors and the traffic noise was terrible. The staff was friendly but not great. I would not eat here again.

7. Burger House

9325 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX 77017-7023 +1 713-941-7676
Excellent
44%
Good
56%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 9 reviews

Burger House

Reviewed By Christian M - Centennial, Colorado

This unassuming joint offers custom-sized burgers and a toppings bar to make it how you like it. I ordered a bacon burger and crinkle-cut fries. With a nice large Dr. Pepper, it made for a great burger experience if you're looking for something local to Houston. The burgers aren't necessarily unique, but it was certainly delicious.

8. City Cafe

513 College Ave, South Houston, TX 77587-4201 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible American, Cafe, Diner Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 713-944-3710
Excellent
80%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 24 reviews

City Cafe

Reviewed By Ronatringside - Phoenix, Arizona

This place has withstood the test of time, not by accident, but by design. The City Cafe has been around since the early 50s, not much has changed other than recently banning smoking in the joint. You can order off the menu or hit the buffet line, they both are equally as good. The homestyle cooking has kept me coming back. My first visit was back in high school and as luck would have it, my Pop lives near by. When I visit from Arizona, The City Cafe is my first stop. The portions are huge and made from scratch, they use the finest ingredients and and do not skimp on quality and portions. I have never had a bad meal here, the parking lot is always full so that tells the place must be doing something right.

9. Noodles Inc

9820 Gulf Fwy Ste A11, Houston, TX 77034-1057 Seating Asian, Vietnamese Lunch, Dinner +1 832-831-5920
Excellent
63%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
7%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 13 reviews

Noodles Inc

Reviewed By TarsierReviews - Modesto, California

We are very picky with food since the kids don't like spicy food and father needs soft food because he doesn't have teeth. Dentures are a bit loose and needs adjustment.

We love Thai and Mediterranean food and we seldom if not don't order Vietnamese food. This place made me a fan of Vietnamese food. There was no way the food was too spicy but instead taste very good. They have weird names of their food which are hard to pronounce but the coupe/brod/sis team will help you out.

Went to yelp to see the pictures and names of foods to order as a guide.

10. Shipley Do-Nuts

9209 Gulf Fwy, Houston, TX 77017-7063 Cafe Breakfast +1 713-943-8440
Excellent
51%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
8%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 12 reviews

Shipley Do-Nuts

Reviewed By beautifulmount - Copiague, New York

these things are good!! You will hurt yourself. I bought way too many and eat them all. They are very good. You can see them make it right on sight which i think adds to the experience. Make sure you stop in for at least one, good luck with that LOL

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