Houston/West Inner Loop
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Understand
Long known as Houston's most exclusive neighborhood, River Oaks is home to a large collection of eye-popping mansions.
Get in
This affluent neighborhood is easily accessible from Kirby, Willowick, Inwood, and River Oaks Blvd.
See
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address: 6003 Memorial DriveA branch of MFAH (Museum of Fine Arts Houston), housing American art. Located in a 14 acre landscaped garden.
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address: 6501 Memorial Dr.Memorial Park is Houston's premier urban park. The park's 2.88-mile jogging trail is very popular with runners and walkers year-round. The park also has miles of mountain bike trails, several tennis courts, and other options for outdoor recreation. There's an arboretum, a nature center, picnic areas, and sports fields. Located just inside the I-610 Loop along Memorial Drive.
Do
River Oaks TheatreHouston historical landmark theatre.
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River Oaks Country Club
address: 1800 River Oaks Blvd.Very, very exclusive club. If you can meet and resident that is willing to take you, there is golf, tennis, fine dining, and swimming. You cannot get in alone. You either have to be a member or have someone who lives in River Oaks sponsor you for membership.
Buy
River Oaks Shopping CenterOne of America's first suburban shopping districts and a great display of Art Deco architecture.
Highland Village Shopping DistrictUpscale shops and restaurants.
Eat
Budget
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phone: +1 713-665-2900address: 3245 IH-59 (Southwest Fwy. at Buffalo Spwy.)Trendy, authentic Mexico City-type taco joint.
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Goode Company Barbeque
address: 5109 Kirby DrOne of the city's most reputed barbeque restaurants. -
address: 3112 KirbyThe best diner in town. Always open, it is a great option for late night eats serving delicious breakfast, hot coffee, and of course a vast array of pies.
Mid-range
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address: 2706 Westheimer RdTex-mex with flair.
Epicure CafeTasty European food in a small European like cafe.
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Mission Burritos
address: 2245 West AlabamaA few (two?) locations, but 2245 West Alabama has more charm. Biggest, best burritos in town; they always have a 'Burrito of the Month' that is a sure bet.
Splurge
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Churrasco's
address: 2055 Westheimer RdExpensive and delicious South American and Brazilian food. -
La Griglia
address: 2002 W Gray StRiver Oak's favorite place to eat lunch and have a fine dinner. -
Smith & Wollensky
address: 4007 Westheimer RdSome of Houston's best steaks. Extremely fine dining.
Drink
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phone: +1 713-528-5999address: 2425 Norfolk (Near Shepherd and US-59)Local bar, probably the best bet to find a variety of special and cask ales.