Houston has quietly become one of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives‘ favorite stops. We pulled every Houston restaurant Guy Fieri has featured on the show, kept the 9 that are still open and still highly rated (4.4 stars and up, hundreds to thousands of real Google reviews), and ranked them by popularity. Here’s where to eat on your next trip.
1. The Pit Room
BBQ · $$ · 4.5★ (7,449 Google reviews)
The Pit Room earned its spot on the show for low-and-slow barbecue that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 7,449 reviewers backs it up.
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Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 13 — “Meat and Heat” (October 15, 2021)
Address: 1201 Richmond Ave., Houston, TX 77006
Phone: +1 281-888-1929
Website: www.thepitroombbq.com
See the full The Pit Room listing →
2. Niko Niko’s
Mediterranean · $$ · 4.6★ (6,480 Google reviews)
Known for Mediterranean dishes, Niko Niko’s still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 6,480 diners says the hype is real.
Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 7, Episode 7 — “You Can Say That Again” (October 5, 2009)
• Season 33, Episode 2 — “Takeout: Bringing Comfort Home” (August 28, 2020)
Address: 2520 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006
Phone: +1 713-528-4976
Website: www.nikonikos.com
See the full Niko Niko’s listing →
3. Traveler’s Table
American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.6★ (2,750 Google reviews)
The American classics at Traveler’s Table clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 2,750 Google reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 9 — “Mouthwatering Meat” (August 13, 2021)
Address: 520 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006
Phone: +1 832-409-5785
Website: www.travelerstable.com
See the full Traveler’s Table listing →
4. Red Lion Pub & Restaurant
Other · $$ · 4.4★ (2,079 Google reviews)
Red Lion Pub & Restaurant is one of the area’s go-to spots for a one-of-a-kind menu, with a strong 4.4 stars from 2,079 reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 8, Episode 6 — “By Request” (February 8, 2010)
Address: 2316 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77019
Phone: +1 346-354-6166
Website: theredlionhouston.com
See the full Red Lion Pub & Restaurant listing →
5. Lankford Grocery
American, Mexican, Burger, Breakfast · $ · 4.5★ (2,043 Google reviews)
A longtime local favorite for American classics, Lankford Grocery keeps a 4.5-star rating across 2,043 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.
Featured on Triple D: Season 7, Episode 2 — “Burgers, Tacos & Dogs” (August 10, 2009)
Address: 88 Dennis St, Houston, TX 77006
Phone: +1 713-522-9555
Website: midtown.lankfordsburgers.com
See the full Lankford Grocery listing →
6. The Original Marini’s Empanada House
American, Mexican · $ · 4.7★ (2,025 Google reviews)
The Original Marini’s Empanada House earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.7-star average from 2,025 reviewers backs it up.
Featured on Triple D: Season 26, Episode 8 — “From North to South America” (March 31, 2017)
Address: 10001 Westheimer Rd # 2570, Houston, TX 77042
Phone: +1 713-266-2729
Website: www.theoriginalmarinis.com
See the full The Original Marini’s Empanada House listing →
7. The Toasted Coconut
Other · $$ · 4.5★ (1,044 Google reviews)
Known for a one-of-a-kind menu, The Toasted Coconut still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 1,044 diners says the hype is real.
Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 12 — “Regional Flavors” (October 1, 2021)
Address: 1617 Richmond Ave., Houston, TX 77006
Phone: +1 713-485-4775
Website: gettoastedhtx.com
See the full The Toasted Coconut listing →
8. Be More Pacific
Asian · $$ · 4.5★ (891 Google reviews)
The bold Asian flavors at Be More Pacific clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 891 Google reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 11 — “Domestic & Abroad” (September 17, 2021)
Address: 506 Yale St Suite E, Houston, TX 77007
Phone: +1 832-582-5264
Website: www.bemorepacifickitchenandbar.com
See the full Be More Pacific listing →
9. Cafe Lili
Mediterranean · $$ · 4.5★ (735 Google reviews)
Cafe Lili is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mediterranean dishes, with a strong 4.5 stars from 735 reviews.
Featured on Triple D: Season 26, Episode 9 — “Goin' International” (April 7, 2017)
Address: 5757 Westheimer Rd #112, Houston, TX 77057
Phone: +1 713-952-6969
Website: www.cafelili.com
See the full Cafe Lili listing →
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