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The Pit Room BBQ

The Pit Room BBQ is a little known joint in the Montrose area in Houston, Texas that serves some of the best BBQ in the state of Texas. Texas Monthly or any other publications can say what they will, but I have been eating BBQ for over 49 years, so I know excellent BBQ. The Pit Room uses oak and slowly cooks their meat to juicy perfection. Their side dishes are made with top ingredients and are full of flavor. Their service is outstanding! You want GREAT BBQ while in Houston, Texas, head on over to THE PIT ROOM http://www.thepitroombbq.com/

Hugo’s Mexican Restaurant

Posted: October 18, 2018 in Restaurants
Tags: Houston Dining, Houston Texas, Hugo's Mexican Restaurant Houston, Mexican Food, Travel and Tourism

I have eaten so many Mexican dishes in my lifetime and I must say the food at Hugo’s Mexican Restaurant exceeded all my expectations. The service also exceeded my expectations. My group started with Chaupulines or Grasshopper tacos, and Queso Flameado which was cut and divided among four tortillas. We also had Cabrito/Goat, Barbacoa/Lamb, and Carnitas/Pork along with many great salsas and condiments. The Churros for dessert where amazing! Dulce the Leche and Chocolate! Oh, my! So awesome! For more information stop by their website here https://www.hugosrestaurant.net/

Here are a few photos from my trip. Thanks for reading and visiting my blog.

Olympia Grill At Pier 21

Posted: August 24, 2018 in Restaurants
Tags: Digital photography, Galveston Island, Greek Food, macro photo, Olympia Grill Pier 21, Seafood, Travel and Tourism

I have long loved Greek Food and Olympia Grill at Pier 21 fills that need when I am relaxing down on Galveston Island. The Greek Sampler offers a great selection at a reasonable price and best of all it is delicious. Pictured here is the Taste Of Olympia platter featuring hummus, tzatziki, falafel & dolma, Greek salad, spanakopita, gyro slices, pastitsio, moussaka & vegetables. Also pictured is a dessert platter sampler. The views are outstanding and one can often see the cruise ships leave the Port of Galveston and the clipper ship Elissa. For more information visit their website http://www.olympiagrill.com/

Star Drug Store

Posted: August 14, 2018 in Restaurants, Travel
Tags: Digital photography, Galveston Island, Historical building, Star Drug Store, Texas, Travel and Tourism

The Star Drug Store has been around for over 130 years serving Galveston Island residents. They have food, malts, shakes, and banana splits just like you would find in the 50’s. If you want nostalgia and a feeling that you have stepped back in time, or just a place to experience history, this is a must do on your bucket list. Here are a few photos from my stop. For more information visit their website https://galvestonstardrug.com/

Govinda’s Vegetarian Restaurant at Hare Krishna Temple

Posted: October 1, 2017 in Restaurants
Tags: Digital photography, Govinda's Vegetarian, Hare Krishna, Hinduism, Houston Restaurant, Vegetarian

Not long ago, I made a stop at Govinda’s Vegetarian Restaurant. The food is served buffet style and the atmosphere is casual. The location is right on sight of a Hare Krishna temple which you can visit and learn about ways that may be different from your own. My experience was excellent! From the food and it’s health properties, to touring and learning about Hare Krishna’s. My favorite hands down was the Mint Ginger Lemonade! Oh, my! It is excellent! Here are a few photos and a link to the restaurant. http://govindashou.com/#menu

Pecan Lodge BBQ

Posted: January 10, 2016 in Restaurants
Tags: BBQ, Dallas Texas, Food, Pecan Lodge BBQ, Travel and Tourism, United States

I have had so much BBQ in my life that I can hands down say the Pecan Lodge has a perfect balance of smoke, sauce, and tenderness to the meat. The service is excellent even when crowds wrap around the exterior. One unique thing is fried chicken on the platter instead of BBQ chicken. I have never had that at any BBQ establishment, and I must say the fried chicken is superbly crispy, seasoned, and juicy. For more on the Pecan Lodge check out their website http://www.pecanlodge.com/ This is one stop you need to make while in Dallas, Texas.

The Big Texan Steak Ranch Amarillo, Texas 2015

Posted: July 10, 2015 in Food, Restaurants
Tags: Amarillo Texas, Digital photography, macro photo, Photography, Steak, Steakhouse, Texas, The Big Texan Steak Ranch, Travel and Tourism

This historic route 66 eatery is everything you expect and then some. Home of the free 72oz steak. It is legendary! http://bigtexan.com/ Enjoy!

New Zion Missionary Baptist Church BBQ

Posted: April 20, 2013 in Restaurants
Tags: Baptist Church, Barbeque, BBQ, Food, Houston, Huntsville, Restaurant, Texas, United States

When I lived in Huntsville, Texas, I would make it a point to stop by New Zion Missionary Baptist Church for BBQ. Even today, I make the 70 mile trek from Houston. The workers, filled with the spirit of the Lord, are always helpful and friendly. The plates are served up with generous portions and the meat is always tender. You will not find a website, nor a menu online, because the place is small, but the BBQ is SUPER and the staff is OUTSTANDING! Then again if you’re looking for a modern, upscale feel, and urban vibe, you might hate it. This place if for spirited people with a down home love for BBQ.

The hours- Open Thur-Sat 11 am-6 pm

Location- 2601 Montgomery Rd, Huntsville, Texas 77341

Phone number- 936-294-0884.

New Zion Missionary Baptist Church which I call, “The Home Of The Immaculate BBQ.”

Ragin Cajun

Posted: April 18, 2013 in Restaurants
Tags: Cajun, crab, crawfish, Food, Houston, Louisiana, Oysters, Ragin Cajun, Restaurant, shrimp, Southern Louisiana, Texas

Houston has a restaurant that can make your feel as if your right home in Southern Louisiana Cajun Country. This restaurant is known as Ragin Cajun. Ragin Cajun serves some of the best po-boys, red beans and rice, boudin balls, gumbo, etouffe, jambalaya, crawfish, shrimp, blue crabs, and oysters on the half-shell around. The accordion’s sing out of the speakers as Cajun music is played. The tables inside are linked together, so you get a community feel, and often find yourself talking to complete strangers. Unless your related to the Scrooge, your tongue should dance to the flavors of Ragin Cajun. For more information visit http://www.ragin-cajun.com/

Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Raw Oysters On The Half-Shell

Boiled Crawfish

Red Beans and Rice

Fried Shrimp Po-Boy

Kenny and Ziggy’s

Posted: April 18, 2013 in Restaurants
Tags: Bagel, Breakfast, Cabbage roll, Corned Beef, dinner, Houston, jewish, lox, lunch, matzo ball, Pastrami, Ziggy

When it comes to Jewish food or N.Y. Style Deli, the only place in Houston I recommend is Kenny and Ziggy’s. You have two options, come really hungry, or take home left-overs for another day. The portions are huge and bursting with flavor! My personal favorites are Lox and Bagels, Corned Beef Hash, Cabbage Rolls, Chicken Matzo Soup, on any of the lovely sandwiches, especially the triple decker pictured below. If you still have room to eat after a great meal, you can try the foot long, about four inch wide, chocolate eclair. Let’s not forget the ten inch tall apple pie either. The deserts are magnificent. For more information check out their website at http://www.kennyandziggys.com/

Corned Beef Hash

Triple Decker Sandwich with Corned Beef, Pastrami, and Turkey

Chicken Matzo Ball Soup

Stuffed Cabbage

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