Burger Chan

It's been a while since I was at Burger Chan. 

As delicious and as good quality food I know I'm getting here, can't have their burgers too often.

Literally, freshest ingredients, and I'm only getting the 1 Pattie burger not double.  I got Swiss cheese and mushroom on mine.  And of course, I have to get their scallion aioli sauce on my burger.  My cohort that went to lunch with me wasn't sure, so I had order them each one on the side, and to their delight, it was really good.   Of course curly fries to boot.  I will say, I usually get tots here but curly fries is a close second.  

And if and when I can, when coming here, I always get a Sesame Milkshake.  Not too sweet, you get the texture of the milkshake too.  It's good especially now the Spring weather is upon us!

Burger Chan

5353 W. Alabama St

Ste 110

Houston, TX 77056

832-408-0860

https://burgerchanhtx.com/

 

Torchy's

Sometimes you just want junk food.

Here's some junk food.  I got the Burrito Bowl, it has rice, beans, cheese, guac, pico, babacoa pork and sour cream.  They also has salsa on the side for you to spice it up.

Listen, it's junk food to the max, I was really there for the queso.  I got the HillBilly Queso, which has green chili, chorizo, and the HillBilly comes with chips.  That sounds weird? Yes, because plain queso does not come with chips, you have to add that.  So choose wisely.

Torchy's Tacos

2400 Times Blvd

Houston, TX 77005

https://torchystacos.com/

 

KP's kitchen

Went to KP's Kitchen for a meetup.

The place is decent size, but they did court off a bit of space for our large party.

I got a zero proof mocktail, not too sweet, and not too sugary.  That's perfect for me, not exactly a plain drink, but not a mixed drink either. 

I ordered the Strawberry Not So Short Cake, kinda felt like a strawberry muffin topped with cream and berries.  It was supposed to be Ooey butter cake, but it felt more like a muffin with strawberry bites.  Don't  get me wrong, the whipped cream and berries does add to it, but it's not as special as it was made to sound. 

Service was great, staff were friendly and organized.  For our large party, no one got their order wrong.  It is pricy for a short visit.  If you're looking for a night out and something medium to above par, give them a try.  For the pricing, it is a tad high but I'm also for supporting local shops too.

KP's Kitchen

5427 Bellaire Blvd

#400

Bellaire, TX 77401

https://www.kps-kitchen.com/location/Bellaire/

 

Chuy's

Ended up at Chuy's

Can't even tell you when was the last time I ate there.... 

I got a FauxLoma - which is a zero proof Paloma with grapefruit, lime juice, and agave nectar. Not too sugary like a faux mojito.

I usually get enchiladas from here.  I like the Tex Mex sauce and use the sauce mix it with rice.  I can never finish the enchiladas, and usually open it all up and mix it altogether.  Super messy but fun to eat. 

I will say, throughout the years, I feel like their food and service is at a decline.  The only thing I'd come back for is queso and creamy jalapeño.  

Chuy's

2706 Westheimer Rd

Houston, TX 77019

346-330-4601

https://www.chuys.com/locations/river-oaks

 

Mercato and company

Checking out a new coffee place.

It's called Mercato & Company.

They are indeed a mercato.... have juices, yogurt...

Fancy ice cream that cost $9 per cup.

They have a coffee bar as well as a panini bar too.

I got something unique, it's Tiramisu latte.  So they do have mascarpone as part of the cream on top, and you get a lady finger to go along with it.  Presumably for you to dip into your coffee.  They do sprinkle in cocoa powder and espresso powder to create that experience.  It is definitely richer than the regular latte you get, but they do sell out occasionally.

They also have a few seasonal drinks on rotation.  And fully expects you to buy the panini and enjoy lunch there.  There are seating inside and in their back porch area.  Which you can reasonably enjoy when the weather is nice.  If you come during busy time, i.e. there's a bunch of kids in the baseball fields nearby, fully expect this place is busy.  

Mercato & Company

3642 University Blvd

Houston, TX 77005

https://mercatoandcompany.com/

 

La Sicilia

 Back in Houston, must get my cookies fix.

Good thing they have parking reserved for patrons, so getting in and out was easy given how busy that shopping center can be. 

But let's talk goodies... lots of yummy baked goodness.

Danish, pie, cookies, croissants... oh my!

And yes, bear claw too. 

I was getting stuff for a gathering, only indulged and split this.  It is made with almond flour as crust and while there's ricotta filling, the almond everywhere made up with the flavor of the dessert.

La Sicilia

515 C Westheimer Rd

Houston, TX 77019

712-626-2900

https://www.lasiciliausa.com/  

Ocean Prime

Up for a business lunch in Dallas.

For a shi-shi place like this, Houston can definitely support, I'm surprised they did not have a branch here. 

Since it's a business lunch, nothing fancy.  Started with an Arnold Palmer with some bread, nice and warm bread.

I went with the Poke Bowl, some chopped Ahi Tuna, some salmon, wasabi tobiko, Sriracha Vinaigrette.  The vinaigrette was a surprise.  I was curious if it would be spicy, but turns out it was ok.  The flavors mixed well, not too spicy over all.  The fishes were sashimi grade and mixed it all up, it's super flavorful. 

For lunch it's easy to get in here, but for dinner, a reservation is highly recommended.  Of course they have their own valet.  If a little chill is what you're after, they do have giant heat lamps for the tables outside and a chic fire place if you want to sit by and have drinks there. 

Ocean Prime

2101 Cedar Spring Rd

Dallas, TX 75201

214-965-0440

https://ocean-prime.com/locations-menus/dallas/