Dining Out

With a wide variety of choices ranging from creative farm-to-table dishes, Tex-Mex, Asian and Italian specialties, you don't have to go far to satisfy your craving.

This list was compiled from a survey sent out to local residents via email and social media. Most of these restaurants are close by ... and some a short drive away. Let us know what you think! We’d love your feedback. Email Liz.Hamm@n2pub.com.

American | Steaks, Burgers and More 
 
Chili’s Grill & Bar
A family-friendly chain restaurant that serves classic Tex-Mex and American fare with a Southwestern setting.
10211 W. Grand Pkwy. S., Richmond 77407
281-746-9600 
www.chilis.com
 
Clancy’s Public House
A Celtic-inspired pub with American and Irish comfort food and a full bar.
503 FM 359 Rd., 118, Richmond 77406
832-847-4390 
www.clancysbarrichmondtx.com
 
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
A retro-styled restaurant famous for their steakburgers, hot dogs and frozen custard.
20450 Southwest Fwy., Richmond 77469
281-239-6900 
www.freddysusa.com
 
Live Oak Grill
A mellow restaurant that serves comfort food with a Texas flair right from the counter.
12935 Dairy Ashford Rd., Sugar Land 77478
281-491-5253 
www.liveoakgrills.com

Ramble Creek Grill
A family-owned grill serving gourmet comfort food like steaks, fresh seafood and bar.
7930 W. Grand Pkwy. S. #100, Richmond 77406
832-222-9371 
www.ramblecreekgrill.com

Saltgrass Steak House
An informal Texas-style chain restaurant with a meaty menu and a full bar.
19720 Southwest Fwy., Sugar Land 77479
281-232-3502 
www.saltgrass.com
 
Sandy McGee’s Restaurant
A relaxing pub that offers American comfort food and has BYOB.
314 Morton St., Richmond 77469
281-344-9393 
www.sandymcgees.com

Texas Roadhouse
A lively steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern twist.
4807 Waterview Meadow Dr., Richmond 77407
346-762-2040 
www.texasroadhouse.com
 
The Burger Barn
Barn-style, this restaurant serves burgers, wings, tacos, margaritas and more with a creative twist.
1101 Damon St., Rosenberg 77471
281-239-7800 
www.theburgerbarn.net
 
Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar
A new American upscale restaurant that serves farm-fresh comfort food and craft cocktails.
23139 Grand Cir. Blvd., Katy 77449
832-430-2253 
www.whiskeycake.com


Italian / Pizza

Center Court Pizza & Brew – Sports Bar 
Fun for the whole family – stop in and enjoy a game while you wait for your pizza, wings, beer and more.
18320 W. Airport Blvd., Ste. 500, Richmond 77407
713-234-7120 
www.centercourtpizza.com

Brooklyn Pizzeria
A family-owned and operated restaurant serving authentic New York pizza, pasta, rolls and more.
7930 W. Grand Pkwy. S., Richmond 77406
281-232-3333 
www.bkpizzeria.com

MOD Pizza
Build your own pie! They offer cauliflower crust pizza along with hand-tossed salads and more. 
10173 W. Grand Pkwy. S., Ste. 104, Richmond 77407
(832) 558-5534 
www.modpizza.com/locations/aliana/
 
Pepperoni’s
A casual pizzeria that serves New York-style pizza, wings and pies with vegan and gluten-free options. 
1800 FM359 #160, Richmond 77469
979-658-7643 
www.pepperonis.net
 
Lomonte’s Italian Restaurant & Bar
An Italian-styled restaurant serving family-style favorites along with a long wine list. 
815 Plantation Dr., Richmond 77406
281-232-8290 
www.lomontesrestaurant.com
 
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
A dine-in restaurant serving New York-style pizza, salads and desserts with a full-service bar and view overlooking a lake.
2643 Commercial Center Blvd. #c390, Katy 77494-6408
281-574-0070 
www.grimaldispizzeria.com 
 
Star Pizza 
A Chicago-style pizzeria serving thick-crust pizza with loads of toppings and options.
24210 Westheimer Pkwy., Ste. 100, Katy 77494
281-665-7768 
www.starpizzacinco.com
 
Brother’s Pizzeria
A New-York style pizza joint that also serves beer and wine.
1029 Hwy. 6 #100, Houston 77079
281-398-4040 
www.brotherspizzeriahouston.com
 

Mexican | Tex-Mex 
 
Chuy’s
A bright and warm Tex-Mex chain offering large portion dishes, drinks and more with a great happy hour.
320 Hwy. 6, Sugar Land 77478
281-277-0156 
www.chuys.com
 
El Tiempo Cantina
A family-ran cantina with a lively atmosphere that serves hearty Tex-Mex dishes and margaritas.
3130 Richmond Ave., Houston 77098
713-807-1600 
www.eltiempocantina.com/richmond
 
Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen
A beautiful and lively restaurant serving classic Tex-Mex plates and margaritas.
Multiple area locations. 
832-595-8226 
www.gringostexmex.com
 
Ideal Bakery LA
A Mexican bakery and taqueria with an assortment of pasties, tacos and tortas.
3310 First St. F, Rosenberg 77471
281-344-8160 
www.laidealbakeryandcafe.com
 
Las Mananitas Mexican Restaurant
A Mexican Restaurant with an inviting atmosphere that serves traditional Mexican and Tex-Mex dishes plus margaritas.
9825 Mason Rd. #240, Richmond 77406
281-762-7417 
www.lasmananitasmexicanrestaurant.com
 
Lopez Mexican Restaurant 
An established family-owned restaurant that serves Tex-Mex dishes and margaritas. After you've eaten, head to adjacent Gallery Furniture to browse the home furnishing and furniture, or let the kiddos jump on the mattresses at the entrance. 
7227 W. Grand Pkwy. S., Richmond 77407
832-945-3835 
www.vivalopez.com
 
Lupe Tortilla Mexican Restaurant
A regional Tex-Mex spot known for their homemade tortillas and margaritas.
15801 Southwest Fwy., Sugar Land 77478
281-265-7500 
www.tex-mex.com
 
Pablo’s Mexican Kitchen
A lively restaurant serving classic Tex-Mex and Mexican using local ingredients with a nice patio and bar. For the kids, ask for dough while you wait on your order. 
9711 Mason Rd., Richmond 77407
832-535-2900 
www.pablosmexkitchen.com

Soliz Casa de Tacos 
Beloved and locally owned, you won't be disappointed with your trip to Soliz for a taco or a combination plate. 
303 Dulles Ave., Stafford 77477
281-499-8359 
www.solizcasadetacos.com
 
Tacos A Go Go
A colorful, Mexican restaurant serving fajitas, quesadillas and other familiar Mexican eats.
23701 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Ste. 140, Katy 77494
281-665-1085 
www.tacosagogo.com

 
Asian and Sushi
 
Fuji Sushi & Grill
A warm and friendly sushi restaurant and grill with a 35-foot-long, all-star sushi bar.
4828 Waterview Town Center Dr. Ste. 900, Richmond 77407
832-363-1810 
www.fujitx.com
 
Ninja Japanese Cuisine
A Japanese sushi house serving grilled fare with a wide selection of rolls plus wine, beer and sake.
1800 Farm to Market 359, Richmond 77406
281-239-2299 
www.myninjasushi.com
 
Orient Cafe
A strip-mall restaurant with a large Chinese menu with family specials.
1852 Farm to Market 359, Richmond 77469
281-239-7900 
www.orientcaferichmondtx.com
 
P.F. Chang’s
An upscale, family-friendly chain serving Chinese fare.
2120 Lone Star Dr., Sugar Land 77479
281-313-8650 
www.pfchangs.com 

Shogun Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar
A Japanese Grill and sushi bar and restaurant that serves delicious sushi, seafood and steak.
7417 W. Grand Pkwy. S., Ste. #100, Richmond 77407
832-222-2111 
www.order.ishogun.com

Sushi Hana Fusion Cuisine
A family-friendly contemporary restaurant serving  sushi, sashimi and creative rolls.
5610 W. Grand Pkwy. S. #300, Richmond 77406
281-239-8626 
www.sushihana.online

Top Sushi
A casual pan-Asian restaurant that serves a wide range of rolls.
7035 W. Grand Pkwy. S., Richmond 77407
281-207-6271 
www.topsushibar.com

Yumi Cafe
A family-owned eatery serving Chinese classics with a shopping-center atmosphere.
5530 Grand Pkwy., Richmond 77406
832-595-0220 
www.yumicaferichmond.com


Indian

Bombay Grill
A restaurant with a large selection of the finest, home-made Indian cuisine and authentic dishes.
1852 Farm to Market 359, Richmond 77406
832-595-9400 
www.bombaygrilltx.com

GnB Grill
A halal restaurant that serves gyros burgers, biryani and more.
11020 Harlem Rd. #100, Richmond 77406
281-491-6494 
www.facebook.com/gnbgrill


Seafood/Cajun

Baytown Seafood
A seafood restaurant that serves a large selection of seafood dishes, steak and more.
53 E. Highway 90a, Richmond 77469
281-239-7734 
www.baytownseafoodrichmond.com

Bourbon St. Daiquiris
An easygoing counter-serve joint that serves Cajun food and frozen daiquiris.
8620 Grand Mission Blvd. j10, Richmond 77407
832-759-5602 
www.richmond.bourbonstdaiquiris.com
 
Mimi’s New Orleans Cafe & Oyster Bar
A New Orleans-style restaurant serving savory cajun and seafood dishes with sides.
1833 Richmond Pkwy. Ste. 2100, Richmond 77469
832-449-3299 
www.mimiscreolecafe.com

Pier 36 Seafood & Oyster Bar
A casual seafood eatery that serves generous portions of New Orleans-style fish and seafood.
1410 E Hwy. 90 Alt #200, Richmond 77406
281-238-4801 
www.pier36seafood.com


Barbecue

Brookstreet BBQ
A BBQ restaurant serving BBQ, sandwiches, plates, desserts and more.
7810 W. Grand Pkwy. S. #200, Richmond 77406
281-762-1400 
www.brookstreetbbq.com

Harlem Road Texas BBQ
Written up by TexasMonthly as a destination worth the journey, this casual BBQ joint serving Texas-style barbecue with classic sides and gourmet sodas. It's right here – check it out! 
9823 Harlem Rd., Richmond 77407
832-278-2101 
www.harlemroadtexasbbq.com

Hickory Barn Barbecue
A veteran-owned BBQ spot serving sandwiches, po-boys and plates with slow-cooked meats.
11534 Wilcrest Dr., Houston 77099
281-530-9382 
www.houston-bbq-catering.com

Red River BBQ & Grill
A casual, family-friendly joint serving wood-fired barbecue and Southern comfort food.
1711 Mason Rd., Katy 77450
281-578-3800 
www.redriverbbq.com
 
Rudy’s “Country Store” and Bar-B-Q
A country-styled BBQ store that sells brisket, ribs and sides cafeteria-styled with picnic table seating.
832-757-1836 
www.rudysbbq.com
 
Schulze’s Bar-B-Que
A family-owned and friendly smokehouse that serves classic barbecued meats and sides.
1214 First St., Rosenberg 77471
281-342-4445 
www.schulzesbbq.com
 
The Swinging Door
A traditional, classic BBQ joint that offers the best meat, beer and wine.
3818 Farm to Market 359, Richmond 77406
281-342-4758 
www.swingingdoor.com