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Neighborhood of Houston in Harris, Texas, United States
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Uptown is in Houston, though nobody in Houston has used that term since about 1970 - it's generally referred to as "The Galleria", or to motorists at I-610 and U.S. 59 as the highway to avoid.
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The 3rd-largest skyscraper in Houston, and largest in the world outside of a downtown or central business district. A short walk from the Galleria, also check out the ever-romantic Water Wall. You used to be able to visit an observation deck on a high floor, but no longer.
Sculptural fountain with park.
Live, interactive murder mystery shows in Houston.
The menu draws from the foods and cooking techniques of North, Central and South America, to make one New World Cuisine; as you pass under its Mayan-inspired door, you quickly realize that nothing about this place is ordinary.
Insanely expensive prices, but very good American cuisine. Reservations required.
"Where MURDER is always on the menu!"
This is the world's best Cajun kitchen that hasn't been destroyed by a hurricane. Gumbo, jambalaya, and crawdads are served up in a funky, downhome casual restaurant where the zydeco music never stops.
Whole Foods
Wide range of prepared foods and meals that are custom prepared. Coffee bar, micro-brewery, sushi bar, taco bar, sandwich bar, juice/smoothie bar, salad bar, buffet, pizza oven, burger bar, bakery.
TexMex.
With more seating than any other bar in Houston, the Tasting Room is a unique experience and is an ideal spot for a great night out. Choose from over 200 wines priced from the reasonable $15 per bottle to the indulgent $1,000 per bottle.
Pet-friendly, all-suite hotel.
Pet friendly, all suites, full kitchens, free parking, and free breakfast.
Luxury hotel offering the ambiance of an Italian palace along with the upscale touches of a five-star hotel.
Located on a wooded 18-acre site, the hotel includes a fitness club and full-service spa.
Huge shopping mall filled with high end retail stores and restaurants, several hotels and even includes an indoor year-round ice skating rink used by Tara Lipinski. Free parking (if you find the right lots).
Outdoor shopping mall with many attractions including a giant movie theater.
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