Musaafer Review: Houston's Michelin-Starred Journey Across India, Inside the Galleria
A 100-day research trip, a palace-scale dining room in the Galleria and a Michelin star. Why Musaafer is Houston's Indian crown jewel.
Aga's Review: Houston's Goat Chop Champion and Karahi Headquarters
Charred goat chops on a bed of onions, three styles of karahi and a dining room that's almost always full. Why Aga's is Houston's Pakistani essential.
Bundu Khan Kabab House Review: Houston's Bihari Kabab Specialists
Bihari kababs, goat chops and paratha off the grill. Why Bundu Khan, in Sugar Land and on FM 1960, is a go-to for Pakistani barbecue in Houston.
Amrina Review: The Woodlands' Jewel-Box Indian Palace Is Worth the Drive
Truffle raj kachori, a 48-hour dal and cocktails served in designer handbags. Why Amrina in The Woodlands is Houston's most theatrical Indian dinner.
Kiran's Review: Houston's Grande Dame of Indian Fine Dining
Rack of lamb with aloo methi, Chilean sea bass, a 400-bottle wine list and an Indian-English afternoon tea. Why Kiran's is still Houston's Indian fine-dining institution.
Pondicheri Review: Anita Jaisinghani's All-Day Indian Café and Bake Lab
The Railway Omelet, Kerala egg stew, daily thalis and a bakery upstairs. Why Pondicheri is Houston's best all-day Indian café.
da Gama Canteen Review: Houston's Goa-to-Lisbon Bib Gourmand in the Heights
Chana masala, East African beef mishkaki and pastel de nata. Why da Gama Canteen's Indo-Portuguese menu earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Himalaya Review: Kaiser Lashkari's Pakistani-Texan Legend Is a Houston Rite of Passage
Hunter's beef, Indian-spiced Southern fried chicken and mango tres leches. Why Himalaya, praised by Anthony Bourdain, is Houston's most characterful desi kitchen.
Verandah Review: The Quiet, Refined Side of Houston's Indian Dining
A husband-and-wife team with five-star hotel pedigree, wild game on the menu and a calm, elegant room. Why Verandah is Houston's most underrated Indian restaurant.
Maharaja Bhog Review: Houston's Royal All-You-Can-Eat Vegetarian Thali
An unlimited Rajasthani and Gujarati thali that changes daily, served with a hand-washing ritual. Why Maharaja Bhog is Houston's best vegetarian feast.