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Houston, United States
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West Houston, at first glance, seems to be no more than urban sprawl at its worst: strip malls, gridlock, billboards, and more strip malls. Yet one need not travel far from the interstate to discover a trove of hidden gems: tranquil parks, the absolute highs and lows in both upscale and bargain shopping, and an endless variety of exotic, authentic eateries - as proof, look no further than New Chinatown.
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Totally dedicated to Independent Film screenings. All Screenings at the AMC Studio 30 on Dunvale, the HQ Hotel is The Renaissance Hotel, Greenway Plaza. Featuring 55 new international feature films and 100 new short films, all introduced by their directors with a Q&A after the screening.
The finest steaks and prime rib (only certified Angus Beef) money can buy. Award-winning wine list, lobster, freshly baked breads, etc. Menu is translated into 12 different languages.
Vietnamese restaurant known for their pho. Be sure to try the white meat pho ga.
Restaurant serving Nigerian cuisine.
Restaurant specializing in authentic Argentinean cuisine. They are especially known for their empanadas. They will even ship out frozen empanadas for those living outside the Houston area.
One of the most authentic Colombian restaurants in Houston with menus in both Spanish and English. Be sure to try the Bandeja Paisa.
Korean restaurant known for their kimchi, noodles, and jeon (seafood pancakes).
Hole in the wall Vietnamese restaurant.
One of the most authentic Honduran restaurants in Houston with menus in both Spanish and English. They also have karaoke on Friday nights.
Chinese restaurant known for their dim sum.
Korean restaurant known for their Korean style barbeque.
One of the most authentic Ethiopian restaurants in Houston.
Chinese restaurant known for their BBQ Pork and BBQ Duck. They only accept cash.
Although the decor isn't much to look at, this mom-and-pop in West Houston offers affordable, hearty Bosnian cuisine. Try the meza platter, cevap sandwich or one of the pizzas. Cafe Pita+ was once featured on an episode of Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. BYOB.
Mediterranean restaurant specializing in Lebanese fare.
Fusion restaurant that is known for combining elements of Vietnamese and Cajun cuisine.
Straightforward restaurant featuring authentic Persian cuisine & kebabs, plus hookah pipes.
Restaurant serving spicy South Indian vegetarian fare.
Stop for quick Persian standards such as the namesake kebabs, served in a kitschy dining room.
Small eatery serving a large menu of traditional Malaysian cuisine.
This cozy wine bar and wine retail shop offers wine by the glass and bottle, selected beers, and wine-friendly snacks and pizzas. There are wine tastings every Saturday at 3PM, often showcasing wines new to the establishment.
Vietnamese coffee shop known for their scantily clad waitresses. This place serves Vietnamese condense milk coffee (with iced tea), bac xui, and smoothie: avocado, soursop, and durian. Smoking is also allowed on premises.
Guan Nhau or Vietnamese sports bar with karaoke and a full bar. Smoking is also allowed on premises.
Features a full menu and full service bar, state-of-the-art audio and video systems, live music several nights a week, and traditional games of skill such as billiards and English steel tip darts.
The Bear and Bull is popular with British expats and Soccer fans. The food is good with daily lunch specials and 30 domestic and imported beers on tap.
Gentlemans club known for their food and drink specials.
Formerly Omni Westside
Features an atrium lobby with indoor lakes and waterfalls, tropical fish and glass elevators.
Free Wi-Fi and fully equipped kitchens. The hotel is pet friendly and provides a free shuttle that will take guests to businesses and attractions within a 5-mile radius.
128 rooms. Pet friendly. Free Wi-Fi
Has a spa, resort pool, and onsite restaurant.
Modern mid-range hotel along the bustling Westheimer strip, just inside the Sam Houston beltway.
Large modern hotel. Indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center.
Lodgeur
Furnished one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments available for short-term and extended stays. Located steps from Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus in TMC West Campus and Houston’s Energy Corridor. Each unit includes a full kitchen, in-unit laundry, and garage parking. Community amenities include a gym, pool, coworking space, and a small playground. Suitable for medical stays, travel nurses, and relocations.
A very large grocery store/shopping center in this area.
Has many department stores and also an indoor ice skating rink.
A giant outdoor flea market with all sorts of wares. Deals are to be sought here. Unlike in the rest of the US, you can actually try to bargain in flea markets like this. Should not be missed by those looking to shop.
A new mixed use development built on the former site of the Town & Country Mall featuring several retail stores including Z Gallerie, J. Crew, Urban Outfitters, H&M, Anthropologie, etc.
Formerly known as Sharpstown Mall, it was renovated and remodeled with a Latin American theme and nowadays caters to the Hispanic and Latino American community in the surrounding area.
This market has the largest selection of Mediterranean food and specialty items in Houston. The 55,000 square foot market has an amazing selection of foods and spices from the Middle East and Southern Europe. If you just want to eat they have a ready made food deli and bakery.
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Owners of private aircraft can arrive at West Houston Airport (IWS).
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