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Houston's 11 best mom-and-pop restaurants — from Ninfa's on Navigation, where fajitas were born, to Cleburne Cafeteria, baking rolls since 1941.

Houston Maritime Museum tells the Ship Channel story across two locations. Book the free M/V Sam Houston boat tour, admission prices, and visitor tips.

Houston's iconic restaurants—from the 1973 fajita birthplace on Navigation to a Gulf seafood spot in a train car—each with founding year and history.

The best soup in Houston, from matzo ball at Kenny & Ziggy's to pho on Bellaire and Oaxacan shrimp soup at Xochi — 9 verified bowls across every cuisine.

The best mocktails in Houston, from Nancy’s Hustle’s pickle-brine sobridades to Coltivare’s award-winning list — 11 confirmed open bars and restaurants.

The best poke bowls in Houston, from sushi-grade tuna at Local Poke to Korean-Hawaiian fusion at K-Town, with build-your-own vs. chef bowls and prices.

Nine verified Houston spots for paella and Spanish rice, from Mi Luna's seven varieties in Montrose to Socarrat, the dedicated paella bar in Katy.

The best Bloody Marys in Houston, from a tomatillo twist at Better Luck Tomorrow to three michelada styles at Cuchara and a bottomless deal at The Rustic.

The most beautiful restaurants in Houston — Le Jardinier at MFAH, Uchi, Brennan’s and more — with designer credits and the best seat for photos in each.

The best salads in Houston — from Niko Niko’s classic Greek (no lettuce, since 1977) to Hugo’s crab salad in Montrose. Ten meal-worthy bowls with prices.

Where to find the best baklava in Houston: Turkish at Pasha and Nazif's, Lebanese at Droubi's, Aladdin and Mary'z, with a Hillcroft morning route.

The best diners in Houston, from a 1937 Midtown burger joint to a 24-hour pie counter on Kirby, with founding years, hours, and the plate to order.