
Pizza in Upper Kirby, Houston, sorted by style: Neapolitan at Bollo, a speakeasy oven at Capone's, Luna's personal pies, Star Pizza and late delivery.
Upper Kirby is a dense inner-loop neighborhood wedged between Montrose, River Oaks, and West University — polished, pedestrian-friendly, with a dense mix of upscale restaurants, bars, design showrooms, and Highland Village shopping.
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Pizza in Upper Kirby, Houston, sorted by style: Neapolitan at Bollo, a speakeasy oven at Capone's, Luna's personal pies, Star Pizza and late delivery.

Seven verified Mexican and Tex-Mex restaurants in Upper Kirby, Houston: mesquite fajitas, Ninfa's family Tex-Mex, a Levy Park mangonada and a 1978 icon.

Brunch in Upper Kirby, Houston: Grace's on Kirby, Hearsay at Levy Park, Kiran's Indian brunch, Eunice and more, with hours, what to order and a checklist.

The best burgers in Upper Kirby, Houston: mesquite-grilled Becks Prime, a 1-pound burger at Hobbit Cafe, Hillstone’s cheeseburger and $10 Tuesdays.

Date night in Upper Kirby, Houston: omakase at Kata Robata, Indian fine dining at Kiran's, games in Levy Park and a nightcap at Santé or the Mucky Duck.

Breakfast in Upper Kirby, Houston: a diner born in a 1938 drugstore, Indian egg dosas, Greek quiche, crêpes, weekend biscuits and 24-hour pancakes.

Tacos in Upper Kirby, Houston: mesquite breakfast tacos on Kirby Drive, the first El Tiempo, an octopus taco on Shepherd and a Levy Park kiosk.

The best coffee shops in Upper Kirby, Houston: bottomless chai at Pondi Bake Lab, Slowpokes at Levy Park, Greek freddos and cake until midnight.

The best bars in Upper Kirby, Houston: Kirby Ice House's giant patio, a soccer tavern, an Irish music pub, Richmond Avenue lounges and a walkable route.

Schools in Upper Kirby Houston: HISD zoned campuses, Vanguard magnet options, and the private schools families consider. A parent's guide to the choices.

What to do in Upper Kirby, Houston: Levy Park concerts, Highland Village, the Kirby design district, and the easiest Saturday loop in the neighborhood.

A local guide to the best restaurants in Upper Kirby, Houston, from Indigo and B&B Butchers to weekday Postino and Common Bond. Plan your next dinner here.