Mikelle’s guidebook
Workout / Exercise
Ranked Top 2 Gym in Houston 2019 AND it's right across the street, literally! Amazing, fun workouts. Pole dancing, cycling, Beyonce dance classes, etc.
Inner Me Studios | Pole Dance Classes, Houston Dance Studio
2206 Emancipation AveRanked Top 2 Gym in Houston 2019 AND it's right across the street, literally! Amazing, fun workouts. Pole dancing, cycling, Beyonce dance classes, etc.
Fun park significant history with workout facility. It's new and offers everything you could want for free - pick up recreational basketball games, weights, equipment, etc. And it's all free! Easy parking too. Just 4 blocks from our home.
See pictures of this park & the awards it won recently here:
https://houstonse.org/blog/emancipation-park-wins-urban-land-institute-houston-development-of-distinction-2019-award-for-open-spaces/
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Parque de la Emancipación
3018 Emancipation AveFun park significant history with workout facility. It's new and offers everything you could want for free - pick up recreational basketball games, weights, equipment, etc. And it's all free! Easy parking too. Just 4 blocks from our home.
See pictures of this park & the awards it won recently here:
https://houstonse.org/blog/emancipation-park-wins-urban-land-institute-houston-development-of-distinction-2019-award-for-open-spaces/
A very nice local yoga place with every type of yoga you could want!
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YogaWorks Midtown
2107 Milam StA very nice local yoga place with every type of yoga you could want!
RYDE
2005 W Gray StModern, fun indoor cycling downtown.
Orangetheory Fitness
3415 Louisiana StFun way to track your exercise. Large unique exercise chain.
Nightlife
Very cool local brewery with the famous Houston sign right next door for some cool photos.
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8th Wonder Brewery
2202 Dallas StVery cool local brewery with the famous Houston sign right next door for some cool photos.
Hip, millennial new brewery with great food & a lit up Ferris wheel.
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Truck Yard
2118 Lamar StHip, millennial new brewery with great food & a lit up Ferris wheel.
Vast selection of domestic & international brews paired with pub grub amidst eclectic decor. Our guests continue to recommend this place as a favorite.
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Flying Saucer Draught Emporium
705 Main StVast selection of domestic & international brews paired with pub grub amidst eclectic decor. Our guests continue to recommend this place as a favorite.
Hip, classy & upscale spot for American eats & small plates at lunch & dinner paired with weekly live music & dancing.
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Sambucca Houston
909 Texas AveHip, classy & upscale spot for American eats & small plates at lunch & dinner paired with weekly live music & dancing.
3 blocks from our home - very Houston famous local spot. Full-service spot offering live entertainment, dancing, reserved booth seating & a full kitchen. We live close enough to walk - which is nice since parking is often very challenging & costly here.
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Grooves of Houston
2300 Pierce St3 blocks from our home - very Houston famous local spot. Full-service spot offering live entertainment, dancing, reserved booth seating & a full kitchen. We live close enough to walk - which is nice since parking is often very challenging & costly here.
A smaller, eclectic brewery started by 4 local guys.
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True Anomaly Brewing Company
2012 Dallas StA smaller, eclectic brewery started by 4 local guys.
Open to the public for game-play only twice a month for our Pac-Man Fever events
1st and last Friday of the month
9:00 PM – 2:00 AM
$15 per person for unlimited game play
21 and Up only
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Joystix Classic Games & Pinballs
1820 Franklin StOpen to the public for game-play only twice a month for our Pac-Man Fever events
1st and last Friday of the month
9:00 PM – 2:00 AM
$15 per person for unlimited game play
21 and Up only
Sightseeing
NASA Mission Control is only located in Houston! It's a 30-40 minute drive from our home, but it is a must see for a Houston visit. Lots to do here - plan a full day! The phrase in many famous movies: "Houston - we have a problem!" means they are talking to Houston's Mission Control center.
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Centro de Control de Misiones de la NASA
NASA Mission Control is only located in Houston! It's a 30-40 minute drive from our home, but it is a must see for a Houston visit. Lots to do here - plan a full day! The phrase in many famous movies: "Houston - we have a problem!" means they are talking to Houston's Mission Control center.
Beautiful park right downtown with kayaking, aerobics classes, fun exhibits, dog parks, restaurants & lots to do! Be sure to check out the website before you go!
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Discovery Green
1500 McKinney StBeautiful park right downtown with kayaking, aerobics classes, fun exhibits, dog parks, restaurants & lots to do! Be sure to check out the website before you go!
Super cool underground tunnel system. More than 6 miles long & connects 95 blocks. You can walk all across Downtown Houston & between most large buildings without ever going outside.
https://www.houstononthecheap.com/downtown-houston-tunnels
https://www.downtownhouston.org/district/downtown-tunnels/
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Downtown Houston Tunnel System
909 Fannin StSuper cool underground tunnel system. More than 6 miles long & connects 95 blocks. You can walk all across Downtown Houston & between most large buildings without ever going outside.
https://www.houstononthecheap.com/downtown-houston-tunnels
https://www.downtownhouston.org/district/downtown-tunnels/
Houston has over 150 museums and cultural institutions. Many of them offer free days throughout the week. The Museum District has over 19 museums alone.
https://houmuse.org
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Museum District station
Houston has over 150 museums and cultural institutions. Many of them offer free days throughout the week. The Museum District has over 19 museums alone.
https://houmuse.org
Includes Miller Outdoor Theatre - can sit on the lawn & watch for free. Large green space with gardens, golfing & more.
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Parque Hermann
6001 Fannin StIncludes Miller Outdoor Theatre - can sit on the lawn & watch for free. Large green space with gardens, golfing & more.
The Kemah Boardwalk is a 60-acre Texas Gulf Coast theme park in Kemah, Texas, approximately 30 miles southeast of Downtown Houston, Texas. The Boardwalk is built entirely along the shores of Galveston Bay and Clear Lake, and is considered among the premier boardwalks in the United States.
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Kemah Boardwalk
215 Kipp AveThe Kemah Boardwalk is a 60-acre Texas Gulf Coast theme park in Kemah, Texas, approximately 30 miles southeast of Downtown Houston, Texas. The Boardwalk is built entirely along the shores of Galveston Bay and Clear Lake, and is considered among the premier boardwalks in the United States.
Galveston is an island city on the Gulf Coast of Texas. It’s known for Moody Gardens, where giant glass pyramids house sharks, monkeys and other animals. Amusement rides and restaurants line Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier on the south shore. West is bird-rich Galveston Island State Park, with its trails, kayak launches and fishing spots. Stewart Beach and East Beach are on the island’s eastern end.
Shops and restaurants fill 19th-century buildings in The Strand Historic District in the north of the island. Nearby, the Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum is a retired rig displaying exhibits about the offshore oil industry. The center of Galveston contains grand mansions, including the Moody Mansion, now a museum with the Galveston Children's Museum on the ground floor. Close by, the Grand 1894 Opera House stages plays and musicals. Across the Galveston Channel is Pelican Island, where Seawolf Park is home to the USS Cavalla submarine and USS Stewart naval destroyer escort.
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Galveston
Galveston is an island city on the Gulf Coast of Texas. It’s known for Moody Gardens, where giant glass pyramids house sharks, monkeys and other animals. Amusement rides and restaurants line Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier on the south shore. West is bird-rich Galveston Island State Park, with its trails, kayak launches and fishing spots. Stewart Beach and East Beach are on the island’s eastern end.
Shops and restaurants fill 19th-century buildings in The Strand Historic District in the north of the island. Nearby, the Ocean Star Offshore Drilling Rig & Museum is a retired rig displaying exhibits about the offshore oil industry. The center of Galveston contains grand mansions, including the Moody Mansion, now a museum with the Galveston Children's Museum on the ground floor. Close by, the Grand 1894 Opera House stages plays and musicals. Across the Galveston Channel is Pelican Island, where Seawolf Park is home to the USS Cavalla submarine and USS Stewart naval destroyer escort.
Food scene
A great restaurant - and they often have live music! All of our guests who have tried it, love it! It's a fun, local favorite - not super fancy... more low key & relaxing.
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Phil & Derek's Restaurant Jazz Lounge
1701 Webster StA great restaurant - and they often have live music! All of our guests who have tried it, love it! It's a fun, local favorite - not super fancy... more low key & relaxing.
Famous & one of the oldest Tex Mex restaurants in Houston.
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The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
2704 Navigation BlvdFamous & one of the oldest Tex Mex restaurants in Houston.
2018 Restaurant of the year - Less than a mile away from our home!
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Nancy's Hustle
2704 Polk St2018 Restaurant of the year - Less than a mile away from our home!
Close to our home, perhaps Houston best soul food. Recommended by Beyonce!
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The Breakfast Klub
3711 Travis StClose to our home, perhaps Houston best soul food. Recommended by Beyonce!
Perhaps Houston's most famous Beer Garden - relax outside, drink a bar, eat from a taco truck, swing in a hammock & play games, while listening to music or live performers. A fun, hipster place outside.
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Axelrad Beer Garden
1517 Alabama StPerhaps Houston's most famous Beer Garden - relax outside, drink a bar, eat from a taco truck, swing in a hammock & play games, while listening to music or live performers. A fun, hipster place outside.
Combo restaurant/bar/bakery with bright, mod style offering seasonal American fare & baked goods.
http://weights-measures.com/about/
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Weights + Measures
2808 Caroline StCombo restaurant/bar/bakery with bright, mod style offering seasonal American fare & baked goods.
http://weights-measures.com/about/
Texas / Rustic Country place to eat with live music and outdoor space. Right downtown with valet parking & a very nice place to eat with GREAT food! Can't go wrong!
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The Rustic
1836 Polk StTexas / Rustic Country place to eat with live music and outdoor space. Right downtown with valet parking & a very nice place to eat with GREAT food! Can't go wrong!
Neighborhoods
Just a few blocks to the south of our home, the Greater Third Ward is a historical & nationally known predominantly African American neighborhood. It's a fun place with a ton of history & culture. There are a few different companies that offer 3rd Ward Tours. A fun fact: Beyonce is from here. For more info, visit the sites below -
Background & history of this significant neighborhood:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third_Ward,_Houston
History & map of the Third Ward by The University of Houston:
https://www.uh.edu/third-ward/third-ward-map/
5 Must Do Things In The Third Ward:
https://365thingsinhouston.com/2018/05/01/5-must-do-things-in-the-third-ward-houston-tx/#
Juneteenth is a must for anyone visiting The Third Ward in June. Read more about this holiday here:
https://www.houstonpress.com/arts/things-to-do-celebrate-juneteenth-in-and-around-houston-and-galveston-11302427
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Greater Third Ward
Just a few blocks to the south of our home, the Greater Third Ward is a historical & nationally known predominantly African American neighborhood. It's a fun place with a ton of history & culture. There are a few different companies that offer 3rd Ward Tours. A fun fact: Beyonce is from here. For more info, visit the sites below -
Background & history of this significant neighborhood:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Third_Ward,_Houston
History & map of the Third Ward by The University of Houston:
https://www.uh.edu/third-ward/third-ward-map/
5 Must Do Things In The Third Ward:
https://365thingsinhouston.com/2018/05/01/5-must-do-things-in-the-third-ward-houston-tx/#
Juneteenth is a must for anyone visiting The Third Ward in June. Read more about this holiday here:
https://www.houstonpress.com/arts/things-to-do-celebrate-juneteenth-in-and-around-houston-and-galveston-11302427
Two miles to the west, Montrose is an offbeat neighborhood known for its gay bars, vintage stores and eclectic mix of eateries, which range from quaint cafes to Mexican cantinas and Mediterranean bistros. It’s also home to hip indie art galleries and the octagonal Rothko Chapel, featuring huge abstract murals by its namesake artist. With its downtown skyline views, Eleanor Tinsley Park is a popular spot for picnics and sand volleyball.
Ten best things to see and do in Montrose:
https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/texas/articles/the-10-best-things-to-do-and-see-in-montrose-houston/
Read more about the neighborhood here:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montrose,_Houston
Must Do Things In Montrose:
https://365thingsinhouston.com/2018/07/17/5-must-do-things-in-montrose-houston/
More About This Neighborhood:
https://www.visithoustontexas.com/about-houston/neighborhoods/montrose/
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Montrose
Two miles to the west, Montrose is an offbeat neighborhood known for its gay bars, vintage stores and eclectic mix of eateries, which range from quaint cafes to Mexican cantinas and Mediterranean bistros. It’s also home to hip indie art galleries and the octagonal Rothko Chapel, featuring huge abstract murals by its namesake artist. With its downtown skyline views, Eleanor Tinsley Park is a popular spot for picnics and sand volleyball.
Ten best things to see and do in Montrose:
https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/texas/articles/the-10-best-things-to-do-and-see-in-montrose-houston/
Read more about the neighborhood here:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Montrose,_Houston
Must Do Things In Montrose:
https://365thingsinhouston.com/2018/07/17/5-must-do-things-in-montrose-houston/
More About This Neighborhood:
https://www.visithoustontexas.com/about-houston/neighborhoods/montrose/
Just a few blocks to the west of our home, Midtown Houston is a model of urban living in the center of Houston. Residents, businesses, and visitors enjoy a sustainable, walkable community with a thriving arts and entertainment scene and green oases. Since 2012, Midtown Houston has experienced 50% population growth with almost 10,000 Houstonians now calling it home. It has also been the site of nationally-awarded development, including Federal Transportation Agency recognition and the Presidential Award of Excellence in Design and Implementation. In addition, in 2012 Midtown Houston was awarded the Texas Commission on the Arts’ Cultural Arts and Entertainment Designation, a first for a management district in the state. The neighborhood is a focal point for harnessing the power of cultural resources to stimulate economic development and community revitalization. Explore what makes Houston Midtown a great place to live, work, and play. We’re right in the middle of it all! Tons of fun places to eat & great night life here. SUPER close to downtown - just blocks away from the tall buildings in the business center.
https://midtownhouston.com
https://www.visithoustontexas.com/about-houston/neighborhoods/midtown/
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Midtown
Just a few blocks to the west of our home, Midtown Houston is a model of urban living in the center of Houston. Residents, businesses, and visitors enjoy a sustainable, walkable community with a thriving arts and entertainment scene and green oases. Since 2012, Midtown Houston has experienced 50% population growth with almost 10,000 Houstonians now calling it home. It has also been the site of nationally-awarded development, including Federal Transportation Agency recognition and the Presidential Award of Excellence in Design and Implementation. In addition, in 2012 Midtown Houston was awarded the Texas Commission on the Arts’ Cultural Arts and Entertainment Designation, a first for a management district in the state. The neighborhood is a focal point for harnessing the power of cultural resources to stimulate economic development and community revitalization. Explore what makes Houston Midtown a great place to live, work, and play. We’re right in the middle of it all! Tons of fun places to eat & great night life here. SUPER close to downtown - just blocks away from the tall buildings in the business center.
https://midtownhouston.com
https://www.visithoustontexas.com/about-houston/neighborhoods/midtown/
Just a few blocks to the north of our home, EADO (short for EAst DOwntown) is called Houston's hottest neighborhood. It is the newest, hippest area of Houston for millennials, students & young professionals. The famous Houston sign, breweries, lots of street art (great for photos!), comedy clubs, Houston Astros, Houston Dynamos, and many and many of Houston's best restaurants! You'll love EADO - it's a must see!
Official EADO website:
http://eadohouston.com
Where To Eat & Drink in EADO:
https://www.houstoniamag.com/articles/2018/6/22/eado-east-downtown-best-restaurants
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East Downtown
Just a few blocks to the north of our home, EADO (short for EAst DOwntown) is called Houston's hottest neighborhood. It is the newest, hippest area of Houston for millennials, students & young professionals. The famous Houston sign, breweries, lots of street art (great for photos!), comedy clubs, Houston Astros, Houston Dynamos, and many and many of Houston's best restaurants! You'll love EADO - it's a must see!
Official EADO website:
http://eadohouston.com
Where To Eat & Drink in EADO:
https://www.houstoniamag.com/articles/2018/6/22/eado-east-downtown-best-restaurants
1 mile away is the very heart of Downtown Houston. Houston Astros, Market Square Park, Convention Center, Marriot Marquis (#1 hotel in U.S. in 2016 & Texas shaped lazy river oasis), House of Blues, shopping, ballet, opera, symphony,
https://www.downtownhouston.org/explore/
https://www.visithoustontexas.com/about-houston/neighborhoods/downtown/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Downtown_Houston
https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/texas/articles/10-locations-to-explore-in-downtown-houston/
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Downtown Houston
1 mile away is the very heart of Downtown Houston. Houston Astros, Market Square Park, Convention Center, Marriot Marquis (#1 hotel in U.S. in 2016 & Texas shaped lazy river oasis), House of Blues, shopping, ballet, opera, symphony,
https://www.downtownhouston.org/explore/
https://www.visithoustontexas.com/about-houston/neighborhoods/downtown/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Downtown_Houston
https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/texas/articles/10-locations-to-explore-in-downtown-houston/
Cafe or Coffee Shop
Café Poêtes is a contemporary interpretation of a Parisian café. A landmark of the past and present all at once. Many options available.
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Café Poêtes
122 W Gray StCafé Poêtes is a contemporary interpretation of a Parisian café. A landmark of the past and present all at once. Many options available.
Low-key, stylish coffee joint & nonprofit dedicated to human trafficking awareness in Houston. Houston is the #1 city in the U.S. for sex trafficking and this coffeeshop is bringing awareness & making a difference.
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A 2nd Cup
4928 E 11th StLow-key, stylish coffee joint & nonprofit dedicated to human trafficking awareness in Houston. Houston is the #1 city in the U.S. for sex trafficking and this coffeeshop is bringing awareness & making a difference.
Homey spot focusing on global vegetarian & vegan soups, sandwiches & mains, plus coffees & teas.
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The Doshi House
3419 Emancipation AveHomey spot focusing on global vegetarian & vegan soups, sandwiches & mains, plus coffees & teas.
Macarons, cupcakes & other baked goods in a coffeehouse setting with community tables & WiFi. A local student favorite.
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Tout Suite
2001 Commerce StMacarons, cupcakes & other baked goods in a coffeehouse setting with community tables & WiFi. A local student favorite.
House-brewed beans, fancy espresso & cocktails are the draw at this NOLA (New Orleans, Louisiana) -inspired coffee shop & bar. Right downtown & nice atmosphere. Don't recommend driving to this location as parking is limited.
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Boomtown Coffee
242 W 19th StHouse-brewed beans, fancy espresso & cocktails are the draw at this NOLA (New Orleans, Louisiana) -inspired coffee shop & bar. Right downtown & nice atmosphere. Don't recommend driving to this location as parking is limited.