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features

5 l THIS MONTH

Houston has a great line up for June

7 l CITY SCENE 18 l KIDS CORNER

What’s going on in “H” TOWN

Houston is a playground of activities for kids of all ages

20 l SHOPPING

From Unique to Razzle dazzle and High End Fashion, the Houston area has it all

guides 5 l CALENDAR / EVENTS

30 l DINING 40 l NIGHTLIFE

16 l CLEAR LAKE / GALVESTON 20 l SHOPPING

maps 24 l GREATER HOUSTON 26 l DOWNTOWN HOUSTON 28 l GALLERIA

30 l CULINARY

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Greetings, As Mayor of Houston, I extend a special welcome to the readers of Key This Month In Houston, one of the oldest visitor’s guides in our city.

More than 30 million people visit the Greater Houston area every year to experience our world-class restaurants, appealing museums and thrilling sports arenas. Key This Month In Houston, highlights our array of attractions and entertainment our diverse city has to offer.

I welcome all visitors and hope you will share in the Houston experience, taking with you lasting impressions of the spirit, vitality and tradition which characterize our city. Please utilize Key This Month In Houston as an outstanding source of information, which showcases the exciting aspects of visiting the City of Houston.

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HOUSTON SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL AT MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE

The Houston Shakespeare Festival, a professional project of the University of Houston, is a two-week event where you can catch performances of

Shakespeare’s Macbeth and The Merchant of Venice depending on the night.

Macbeth - (July 31, Aug. 2, 4, 6, 8) The Merchant of Venice (Aug. 1, 5, 7, 9) This is a ticketed event for the covered seating area. Free tickets are available (4 per person over age 16 while they last) at the Miller Outdoor Theatre box oce the day of the performance between

the hours of 10:30 a.m.1 p.m.. If tickets remain at 1 p.m., the box oce will re- open one hour before show time to distribute the remaining tickets. As always, open seating on the hill above the stage.

SHARK! AT THE HOUSTON MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE Get to know sharks in a new interactive, informative live touch tank experience. See

what it’s like to get up close and personal with sharks at the live shark touch tank, track great white sharks swimming in the Gulf of Mexico in real time, and see what’s happening with sharks all over the world through amazing

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 THIS MONTH conservation eorts led by top marine biologists. Sharks are not always given the credit they deserve, but that will all change when you experience Shark!

THE KEMAH BOARDWALK Rock the Dock Summer Concert Series every Thursday Night at 7pm!

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scene HOUSTON COMBINES HUNDREDS OF AMAZING THINGS TO SEE AND DO WITH COUNTLESS WAYS TO SEE AND DO THEM. EVERY DAY IS ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO EXPERIENCE SOMETHING YOU’LL NEVER FORGET, SO DON’T WASTE A MINUTE. Established in 2003, Houston Restaurant Weeks is a fun-filled dining event benefiting the Houston Food Bank . Held simultaneously in restaurants in the greater Houston area, Houston Restaurant Weeks is the largest single annual fundraiser for America’s largest food bank. This annual event is held in August. This year’s dates are August 1 through September 7, 2015.

Don’t miss the opportunity to try some of Houston’s best restaurants at a reduced price, and give back to a great cause! HRW menus are available at particular times as set by the restaurant. For an updated list of all 200 participating restaurants visit: www.houstonrestaurantweeks.com

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Bayou Bend is the MFAH house museum for American decorative arts and paintings. Displayed in the former home of Houston civic leader and philanthropist Ima Hogg (1882–1975), the collection is one of the finest showcases of American furnishings, silver, ceramics, and paintings in the world. The house is situated on 14 acres of organically maintained gardens in Houston’s historic River Oaks neighborhood. Open yearround, Bayou Bend welcomes thousands of visitors annually for tours and special programs.

Space Center Houston is the visitor center for NASA’s Johnson Space Center. It’s the product of the joint eorts of NASA and Disney Imagineering.

Easily the most popular attraction in the Houston area, there’s nothing like it anywhere else in the world. You’ll find plenty of exhibits and activities to interest both adults and children.

The Kemah Boardwalk is open daily providing fun for everyone!

Located just 20 miles from downtown Houston , the Kemah Boardwalk is home to fabulous waterfront restaurants, amusements, charming retail stores, festivals and seaside shows every day.

Voted 2014 Local’s Choice Award Winner for Best Attraction and Best Place to Take A Visitor!

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 SIGHTS

MUSEUMS THE MENIL COLLECTION Works of art include antiquities, Byzantine and medeval art, tribal cultures, 20th-Century painting and sculpture with particular emphasis on Surrealism.

1515 Sul Ross.

713-525-9400. www.menil.org *Las obras de arte incluyen antigüedades, arte bizantino y medieval, culturas tribales, pintura y escultura del siglo XX, con énfasis particular en el Surrealismo.

CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF HOUSTON 1500 Binz Street, Houston, TX 77004 Times: Monday - Saturday: 11 a.m., Noon & 1 p.m. Sunday: 1, 2 & 3 p.m. Additional

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Thursday night performances at 6:30 & 7:15 on June 11 and July 2, 16, & 30 Forces Unite Play

June 08, 2015 - August 15, 2015 (Recurring daily) Dr. Boredom has stolen all superheroes and villains’ powers and it’s up to you to help forces unite! Join The League’s superheroes: Power House, Snapshot, Spark, and Whiz Kid; and supervillains: Strongman, Chill, Quick Cut, as they unite to beat Boredom and all that stands against summer fun in a live musical production at the Children’s Museum of Houston.

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Will Dr. Boredom be successful in this quest or can someone stop the nefarious villain’s plans? Don’t miss this action-packed adventure, complete with a chase scene and a new musical number! All performances INCLUDED with admission!

WELCH CHEMISTRY HALL It’s chemistry made fun!

Interactive exhibits let you learn about everything from the human body to how a television can operate under water.

Houston Museum of Natural Science One Hermann Circle 713-639-4600. *¡La química es divertida! Exhibiciones interactivas que le permiten aprender de todo, desde el cuerpo humano hasta cómo funciona

un televisor debajo del agua.

1513 N. MacGregor 713-523-5888 houstonzoo.org *Una selva tropical en medio de la ciudad recrea el hábitat natural de los monos.

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS HOUSTON – BAYOU BEND COLLECTION Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens

One Wescott St. 713-520-2600 bayoubend@mfah.org Hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Sunday, 1–5 p.m.;

SIGHTS  American masters of renown, African and Egyptian artifacts and a collection of Remington westerns.

Closed Mondays Bayou Bend is the MFAH house museum for American decorative arts and paintings.

Displayed in the former home of Houston civic leader and philanthropist Ima Hogg (1882–1975), the collection is one of the finest showcases of American furnishings, silver, ceramics, and paintings in the world. The house is situated on 14 acres of organically maintained gardens in Houston’s historic River Oaks neighborhood. Open year-round, Bayou Bend welcomes thousands of visitors annually for tours and special programs. With the addition of the Lora Jean Kilroy Visitor and Education Center, which includes the Kitty King Powell Library and Study Center and The Shop at Bayou Bend, as well as state-of-the-art education and rental spaces, Bayou Bend has established its place in the continually growing cultural arts scene of Houston.

Open year-round, Bayou Bend welcomes thousands of visitors every year for tours and special programs.

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, HOUSTON 1001 Bissonnet 713-526-1361 www.mfah.org Open Tue.-Sat., 10am-5pm; Thurs., 10am-9pm; and Sun., 12:15-6pm.

Fabulous sculpture garden, European and

HOUSTON CENTER FOR CONTEMPORAY CRAFT 4848 Main Street, Houston, TX 77002 Times: Tues.–Sat.: 10 am – 5 pm, Sun: 12 pm – 5 pm, Closed Sundays,

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This outdoor exhibition explores work by students in the MFAH Glassell School of Art’s “Special Topics: Ceramics in the Environment” course.

The students worked within the parameters of HCCC’s Craft Garden for the creation of their own site-specific installations, taking into consideration the changing landscape of the garden over the course of the summer and the relationship of clay to the natural environment..

WELCH CHEMISTRY HALL Houston Museum of Natural Science One Hermann Circle 713-639-4600.

It’s chemistry made fun!

Interactive exhibits let you learn about everything from the human body to how a television can operate under water.

CONTEMPORARY ARTS MUSEUM 5216 Montrose 713-526-3129 www.camh.org Major local and nationally renowned artists’

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 SIGHTS works, post 1945 American art, film, concerts and lectures by exhibiting artists. Open Tue.-Fri., 10am-5pm; Sat.-Sun. 12-5pm.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF FUNERAL HISTORY 415 Barren Spring Drive 281-876-3063 With over 35,500

square feet of exhibition space the National Museum of Funeral History is the largest educational center on Funeral Heritage in the United States and perhaps the world. This museum houses the largest collection of funereal artifacts in the

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U.S. The numerous exhibits trace the history of funeral services, displays historic hearses and provides memorabilia from funerals of the famous, such as Martin Luther King Jr., John F. Kennedy and Elvis Presley.

DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM Sea creatures of every shape and size are on view at the Downtown Aquarium. The Sunken Temple exhibit reveals the wonders of ancient Mayan culture and the underwater world, while a journey on the Shark Voyage gives you an intimate view of the ocean’s most infamous predators. A great place for family fun, the aquarium also features outdoor attractions such as the 100-foot Diving Bell

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Ferris Wheel and the Dancing Fountains.

Drink and dine at the Aquarium Restaurant or the Dive Lounge. And while there, make sure to check out the new white tigers exhibit.

THE HEALTH MUSEUM 1515 Hermann Dr. 713-521-1515 thehealthmuseum.org Interactive museum for all ages features: a walk-through tour of the Amazing Body Pavilion, hands-on science classes in the DeBakey Science Learning Center, films and special programs in the McGovern Theater; and interactive discovery carts. 9am-5pm, Tues.-Sat; Noon-5, Sun; extended free hours on Thurs., 2-5pm. Adm $6; children 4-12, students and senior citizens, $5.

NATURE HOUSTON ARBORETUM & NATURE CENTER A 155-acre wildlife sanctuary that contains 5-1/2 miles of selfguided trails under a forest canopy, around ponds and through a swamp of recreated coastal prairie.

Daily 8:30am-6pm.

4501 Woodway Drive.

713-681-8433. *Este refugio silvestre de 155 acres contiene 5,5 millas de sendas de auto-guía bajo una bóveda forestal, alrededor de las lagunas, y a través de un pantano de llanura costal recreada. Todos los días

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MILLER OUTDOOR THEATRE Wedding Belles Wednesday, Aug 12 & Thursday Aug. 13, 8:30 p.m.

Daniel Ho & Taiwu Children’s Ancient Ballads Troupe Friday, Aug 14, 8:30 p.m.

Classic Albums Live - The Rolling Stones’ Sticky Fingers Saturday, Aug 15, 8:30 p.m.

Incredible India - Dashavatar Sunday, Aug 16, 8 p.m.

Classic Movies at Miller - American Grati Tuesday, Aug 25, 8 p.m.

Classic Movies at Miller - Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb Wednesday, Aug 26, 8 p.m.

Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers Thursday, Aug 27, 8 p.m.

Chubby Checker & The Wildcats Friday, Aug 28, 8 p.m.

Handel’s Music for the Royal Fireworks Saturday, Aug. 29, 8 p.m.

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a dramatic three-story glass cone filled with tropical plants and exotic butterflies. During a typical visit, one can expect to see 50 to 60 dierent species of the world’s largest and most colorful butterfly species, flying through the balmy air, hovering over flowers or sipping fruit juice – and occasionally, landing on visitors!

ON & UNDER THE WATER

THE COCKRELL BUTTERFLY CENTER at the Houston Museum of Natural Science is a stunning, living exhibit that showcases

THE BATTLESHIP TEXAS is docked near the San Jacinto Monument. The Texas fought in both World Wars, and has recently been extensively repaired.

You can wander all over the ship, above and below deck.

hundreds of live butterflies in a naturalistic rainforest setting. The central conservatory is

DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM Sea creatures of every shape and size are on view at the Downtown Aquarium. The Sunken Temple exhibit reveals the wonders of ancient Mayan culture and the underwater world,

while a journey on the Shark Voyage gives you an intimate view of the ocean’s most infamous predators.

A great place for family fun, the aquarium also features outdoor attractions such as the 100-foot Diving Bell Ferris Wheel and the Dancing Fountains.

Drink and dine at the Aquarium Restaurant or the Dive Lounge. And while there, make sure to check out the new white tigers exhibit.

SPACE SPACE CENTER HOUSTON is the visitor center for NASA’s Johnson Space Center.

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else in the world. You’ll find plenty of exhibits and activities to interest both adults and children.

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INTERACTIVE ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS Traveling art exhibitions from across the world are showcased in the John P. McGovern Kid’s Hall alongside Junktion, a collection of activity tables that form together to make a train. Three carts of Junktion host interactive activities, which change weekly in accordance with the various themes. On other carts, children may paint their faces or put on a puppet show.

Family Friendly - Kids Special Events Throughout the year, many special events are kicked o in Kids’ Hall, including the widely popular New Year’s Noon - Houston’s longest running New Year celebration for children.

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Experience the wonder of the underwater world as you tour the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit. Discover 400 species of marine life.

Touch sea creatures and more at Discovery Rig and catch a glimpse of the magnificent white tigers of the Maharaja’s Temple. Be sure to enjoy a dining adventure at Aquarium Restaurant as well as (for separate admission) Shark Voyage, rides and games.

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Edwin Watts Golf has all the golf equipment you need to the most of every round, with great golf brands like Callaway, Titleist, Taylormade, Ping, Nike, Adams, Nickent, Cleveland, Cobra, Mizuno, MacGregor, Ben Hogan, Footjoy & more!

JEWELERS BOX & BOX CUSTOM JEWELERS 2514 Rice Blvd / 713266-7783 www.boxandboxjewelers.net Located in the Rice Village area, a full service jewelry store that excels in personal

service providing a safe, comfortable shopping experience. Convenient parking at the front door. Fine Gems, Infinity Diamonds, Quality Time Pieces, Custom orders on request..

LIQUOR & WINE SPEC’S LIQUOR WAREHOUSE 2410 Smith St. @ W. Gray 713-526-8787 8102 Westheimer 713-780-2573/www. specsonline.com A whole lot more store.

The largest selection of liquor and wines in Houston. Large walk-in cigar humidor, gourmet

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LIMOUSINE SERVICE MERLO’S CHARTERS AND LIMOUSINE 713-742-0774 / 1-866367-5466 www.merloscharters. com Providing the best in luxury transportation for all occasions, nights out on the town, bachelor(ette) parties or airport transfers.

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SHOES „BRUCETTES 1725 Post Oak (@ San Felipe) 713.993.0022 www.brucettes.com “The shoes you want on you�. Brucettes Shoes oers the largest selection of fashion and designer shoes in the Southwest. Carrying sizes from 3 to 14, in widths from 5A to EE, Brucettes has everything you’re looking for in fine footwear.

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SPECIALITY SHOPS „THE BRIAR SHOPPE 2412 Times 713-529-6347 www.briarshoppe.com Houston’s oldest and largest Cigar & Pipe shop. Fine cigars, Pipes, Tobaccos, Cigarettes, Liquors, Wines & Spirits

SPORTING GOODS „ORVIS 5727 Westheimer Road 713.783.2111 Shop mens clothing, women’s clothing, fly rods, fly reels, dog beds, home furnishings, travel clothes, gifts, and

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WESTERN WEAR „CAVENDER’S BOOT CITY Shop on-line at cavenders.com 800-696BOOT for the nearest location When visiting Houston take home some real souvenirs.

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EVERY CUISINE, EVERY BUDGET, EVERY NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSTON’S RESTAURANT SCENE HAS YOU COVERED. FROM FINE DINING TO CLASSIC COMFORT FOOD, YOUR VISIT IS SURE TO BE IN GOOD TASTE. Truluck’s is a getaway for the senses. Escape humdrum and come savor the freshest Crab, direct from Truluck’s Florida fisheries. This upscale Galleria seafood restaurant is a Houston mainstay for surf ‘n’ turf and the original outpost of the longtime regional chain. Delight in the fresh-catch menu or select tender, juicy steaks prepared to perfection. Complement it all with delicious wines by the glass and bottle. The relaxing atmosphere in the spacious dining room is punctuated with live piano music nightly.

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Located in Houston’s dazzling theater district, a 35-foot replica of the Stevie Ray Vaughan’s Gibson Firebird guitar lights the way to the most exciting restaurant in the city. Hard Rock Cafe Houston is located near Bualo Bayou, just a short distance from top Houston attractions including the Downtown Aquarium-Houston, Bayou Music Center, Wortham Theater Center, and The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts.

Hard Rock Cafe Houston oers world class service and an expansive menu of your favorite American cuisine . Choose from classic entrees , juicy Legendary® Burgers, and fresh, crispy salads.

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GUADALAJARA DEL FRISCO’S DEL CENTRO DOUBLE EAGLE STEAKHOUSE

Guadalajara del Centro has long been Houston’s home for fine Mexican food and has become the popular downtown destination for Tex-Mex. With a solid reputation for creative cuisine, dishes range from traditional fajitas to tasty seafood entrees with a Southwestern kick. With specialty margaritas, a festive atmosphere, and the second story Agave Lounge, Guadalajara is the perfect spot to grab happy hour with friends, Monday through Friday from 2-7 PM.

Opulent and romantic, Del Frisco’s in Houston is located in the Galleria shopping complex close to Houston’s lively business and commercial action. The elegant two-story space with sweeping windows oers guests a luxurious dining experience. This location oers guests something you won’t find in any other Houston steakhouse with our New Orleans-inspired “Lagniappe” menu . Private and semiprivate dining, power bar, lunch and a wine list of over 1,200 selections.

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AMERICAN HARD ROCK CAFE 502 Texas (Bayou Place) 713-227-1392 Enjoy the famous restaurants tasty Rock’n Roll Chili or take a juicy bite of legendary Hamburger, Chicken, Fish, Salads and Giant Desserts are also on the menu. Don’t forget to bring home a Hard Rock Houston tee-shirt.

CASUAL DINING THE BUFFALO GRILLE 4080 Bissonnet (Weslayan Plaza Center) 713-661-3663 1301 Voss (at Woodway) 713-784-3663

Voted best breakfast in Houston by the Zagat survey. Texassized Pancakes, Pecan Smoked Bacon, legendary Mexican Breakfasts, bottomless cups of serve-yourself coee. Casual atmosphere, heaping portions, moderate prices.

Lunch daily. Sun 8am to 2pm;Mon 7am to 2pm; Tues-Fri 7am to 9pm; Sat 8am to 9pm.

GRILLE & WHISKEY BAR CULLEN’S AMERICAN GRILLE & WHISKEY BAR 11500 Space Center Blvd. , 281.991.DINE cullenshouston.com Cullen’s Upscale American Grille is Houston’s premier dining establishment,

featuring handcrafted American cuisine . One of the finest whiskey bars in America, boasting approximately 500 dierent labels from around the world.

The impressive roster includes American whiskeys from eleven states, in addition to international brands from Scotland, Ireland, France, Tasmania, India, and Japan. ‘Cullens Live’ features live music on weekends.

MEXICAN GUADALAJARA MEXICAN BAR & GRILL West: 9799 Katy Fwy./713-461-5300, South: 2925 Southwest Fwy./713-942-0772, Woodlands: 27885 I-45 North/713-362-0774, Downtown: 1201 San

Jacinto 713-650-0101 Houston’s home for fine Mexican food.

Enjoy favorites like marinade fajitas, melt in your mouth enchiladas and spicy campeche, or choose from one of many unique creations.

With four locations in the Houston area, you are never too far away from a great meal in an authentic “Hacienda Style” atmosphere.

Whether you have a group of two or two hundred, our chefs always cook to perfection, and serve you with a fiesta attitude.

STEAKS DEL FRISCO’S DOUBLE EAGLE STEAK HOUSE 5061 Westheimer (in the Galleria) Suite 8060/713.355.2600

A Houston dining mainstay since 1973.

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JIMMY G’S 307 N. Belt E. 281-931-7654 Fresh Gulf seafood prepared according to Louisiana traditions.

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A variety of freshcooked vegetables, including seven kinds of potatoes, salads, homemade desserts & an extensive selection of over 100 domestic & imported wines.

SHULA’S STEAK HOUSE 1200 Louisiana 713-375-4777 Shula’s Steak House, themed after Don Shula and the 1972 Miami Dolphins, serves “The SHULA CUT®,” Premium Black Angus Beef which is the Best Beef Money Can Buy. We invite you to join us for an unforgettable experience.

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SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE 4608 Westheimer 713-961-0333 www.sullivanssteak house.com Sullivan’s Steakhouse is a vibrant neighborhood American Steakhouse featuring the finest steaks, hand-shaken martinis and live music. Also featuring fresh seafood, a wide selection of cravable appetizers, soups, salads and sides including the signature Horseradish Mashed Potatoes. Sullivan’s oers fine dining in a lively atmosphere.

THE CAPITAL GRILLE 5365 Westheimer 713-623-4600 840 W Sam Houston Pkwy N 713-463-5051 thecapitalgrille.com The impressive menu of nationally renowned dry aged steaks and

the freshest of seafood will ignite your culinary imagination as our award-winning wine list of more than 5,000 bottles awakens your inner sommelier.

Experience firsthand why the American Culinary Federation recently bestowed their “Achievement of Excellence Award.”

Serving dinner 7days a week starting at 5pm.

TRULUCK’S STEAK & STONE CRAB 5350 Westheimer 713-783-7270 Dine in elegance at this captivating & original restaurant where fashionable atmosphere is taken to the limit. Only the freshest seafood, hand selected beef and Stone Crab so fresh in the water today, on your plate tomorrow.

Now featuring 90 delicious wines by the glass.

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WHEN THE SUN GOES DOWN, HOUSTON REALLY HEATS UP. FROM THE BRIGHT LIGHTS OF THE STAGE TO THE LOW LIGHTS OF A DANCE CLUB, THE CITY IS ALIVE WITH MUSIC, LAUGHTER AND EXCITEMENT ALL NIGHT LONG. At the Palapa Bar at the Ritz you can enjoy live music or watch the game on one of our many flat screen TVs. The Palapa bar is 4,000 sqft of outdoor entertainment. You will feel like you are at a tropical resort. And since its all outdoors you are free to enjoy the full flavor of your favorite Cigars and Cigarettes. The Ritz is a 22,000 sf club featuring 3 stages and 2 bars, as well as a full menu and buet. The Ultimate Sports Lounge, encased in thick glass, is the perfect place to enjoy any game.

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Reminiscent of Prohibition-era America, with dark wood and crisp black tablecloths, Sullivan’s Steakhouse is for all the cool cats in town looking for a bite to eat and a drink to sip. Known for their martinis and live music, Sullivan’s is a festive place to spend an evening – a 1940s-era, Chicagostyle steakhouse, featuring steaks, martinis and live jazz. With a decadent interior and classic steak cuts, Sullivan’s creates a high-end atmosphere for celebratory meals.

House specialties include bone-in rib-eye and horseradish mashed potatoes and libations are plentiful - wine, scotch and cocktails, and a dedicated martini bar.

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Whether you’re drawn to the live music , the smoky smell of the barbeque, or a glimpse of the twelve-foot tall glittering armadillo that guards the place, it’s not a spot you want to miss. Mounted longhorns and vintage ranch regalia line the walls from bull head to boot toe, while leather saddle stools encircle the threesided bar that anchors the dance floor. A hotspot for celebrations ranging from the Big 12 to the Big Day, The Armadillo Palace welcomes patrons and parties of every kind. Grab your partners and head on down to Houston’s dedicated home for live Texas swing and shenanigans.

The King’s Head Pub hails back to royal Britannia with a classic wood features, a large stone fireplace, a portrait of King Henry VIII. The pub features a full outdoor patio area, and over 5000 square feet of seating area with plenty of parking space. Serving authentic English food including Scotch eggs, Sausage rolls, and Ploughman’s Platters as well as great pizzas and other pub grub. Beers on draft (pardon, draught) include a mix of locals like Saint Arnolds, Bualo Bayou and Karbach alongside imported faves like Smithwick’s, Boddingtons, Harp and Newcastle.

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ADULT ENTERTAINMENT CENTERFOLDS 6166 Richmond Ave. 713.952.0799 centerfoldshouston. com Centerfolds unfolds its pages to reveal the most beautiful women and sublime adult entertainment ... just for you. Savor exceptional dining and extraordinary service. Enjoy the privacy of their exclusive Champagne Champagne Room.

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A club for any type of night out you desire. cutting edge design, Houston’s most exciting VIP rooms, 14 LED TVs always tuned to the big game, a full gastro-pub menu, full bar featuring a wine and champagne menu, and of course dazzling dancers.

THE RITZ CABARET 10520 Gulf Freeway @ Edgebrook (just S. of Hobby Airport) 713.944.6445 ritzhouston.com Over 20,000 square feet of adult entertainment, sports bar and restaurant. Complimentary 100 foot International Buet. All major sporting events & PPV events, video games and pool tables. Open 11am-2am Mon.-Sat 6pm-2am Sun.

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281.991.DINE cullenshouston.com Texas’ finest whiskey bar, boasting approximately 500 dierent labels, including some of the world’s oldest and rarest scotches and bourbons

THE KING’S HEAD PUB 1809 Eldridge Pkwy.

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