Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Kingwood

"Among the variety of culinary influences that infiltrate Houston, Texas’ proximity to the Cajun and Creole cooking of its neighbour Louisiana has brought some of the nation’s most unique flavours to the Lone Star State. Brennan’s of Houston is the quintessential Southern restaurant, combining exceptional Creole cooking with genuine hospitality. Brennan’s of Houston3300 Smith St, Houston, TX ‎ (713) 522-9711"

"Brennan’s, the simbling restaurant to New Orleans’ world-famous Commander’s Palace, is renowned for its unparalleled Creole cuisine and New Orleans-style jazz brunch, available in Houston since 1967. Snapping turtle soup, Cajun fried frog legs, and the tableside flambéed bananas foster are just a few of the classic, Louisiana-influenced dishes on the menu."

"Everything that happens here is because of their passion for showing you the most extraordinary fine dining experience around. It has become known as the city’s premier destination for memorable dining served with southern hospitality. Create great memories at Brennan’s with great food and cocktails."

"Kata Robata prides itself on being Houston’s premier sushi and Japanese tapas restaurant featuring an exclusive menu from Executive Chef Manabu ‘Hori’ Horiuchi. When it opened in 2010, Kata Robata changed the face of sushi dining in Houston: blending both traditional and modern Japanese cuisine, the grilled meats, vegetables, and sushi ae prepared with great care and guaranteed to be the freshest they can be. For a signature meal try the chawan mushi, ramen, or donburri, unless you feel like attempting the lobster mac and cheese."

"Trust is what you want when you dive into the world of eating raw fish. And in Manabu Horiuchi at Upper Kirby’s Kata Robata, Houstonians trust. The acclaimed chef is not only James Beard-nominated, but also part of an exclusive list of U.S. chefs who are certified to handle blowfish (which is poisonous if not prepared correctly)."

"These magically tender cubes of Akaushi beef are after Texas' own heart. Skewered and grilled on the robata after 72... Kata Robata is an elegant restaurant that offers a sushi bar and grill."

"Coltivare has all of the right elements for a great group dinner: excellent cocktails, a garden where you can enjoy said cocktails, and a shareable Italian menu. Located in The Heights, this Italian-American spot uses seasonal produce from its own backyard to make a big menu of snacks and small plates in addition to pizzas, pastas, and larger entrees. You should expect a wait, but that just gives you time to get a cocktail and find a bench in the garden while you strategize what to order."

"Coltivare in The Heights does rustic Italian with a Gulf Coast spin, and it does it well. Local ingredients like heirloom okra feature prominently on the menu, which includes pasta, pizza, and seafood (including a knockout mussels dish). For dessert, the crostata with roasted Texas peaches is next-level."

"Located in The Heights at 3320 White Oak Drive, Coltivare has a lot to offer diners. It serves salads from fresh ingredients grown from the patio garden. Coltivare has a strong following within the community because of its flavorful food."

"B&B Butchers' welcoming butcher shop helped it earn a place on the list. Last on this unordered list but certainly not least, B&B Butchers brunch makes any weekend a party. With everything from a morning pizza to steak and eggs to an array of eggs Benedict options, this brunch reminds that B&B Butchers is much more than just a steakhouse."

"The skyline view from the rooftop terrace never gets old just as the amazing food coming from the kitchen of B&B Butchers makes it one of Houston’s top steakhouses. With filets, ribeyes, burgers and those crazy good Carpet Baggers on the Half Shell, the menu — whether lunch, brunch or dinner — is a ’round the clock winner."

"B&B Butchers & Restaurant is minutes from Downtown in the Heights neighbhorhood, making it a convenient place to stop after work or a day of exploring the city. It’s a classic, ups..."

"Grand Prize is tucked in the east edge of Montrose north of Museum Park. Driving by, the bar first gives off the vibe of a low-key house party – what with the front porch, music, and the colorful array of lights twinkling in the front window and all. On sunny days, their second story balcony is a prime place to polish off some tacos or craft beers."

"Grand Prize, a two-story house converted into a bar, is the epitome of divey and hip. The dark interiors are lit with multi-colored string lights and include a jukebox, pinball machine, and a pool table. There are two bars, one on each floor, and a large rooftop porch with darts and picnic tables to ensure maximum diversion for its drinkers."

"Outside of the tenuous parking situation, Grand Prize is a homey bar that doesn’t skimp on cocktail quality. Craving a specific cocktail, perhaps a solid daiquiri or well-mixed Manhattan?. The bartenders here can definitely get it done."

"Top Chef alumna Monica Pope's motto, "Eat where your food lives," comes to life at Sparrow. The menu changes often to reflect the seasons and availability of local ingredients. Pope calls the food fresh, unpretentious, and full of flavor."

"This longtime Downtown lounge has a worn-in feel, but still gives the impression of its once glory, with wood paneling, oversized chandeliers, tarnished mirrors, and a real juke box. The cocktails are strong and unfussy, and it is one of the few places in the city to get a proper Grasshopper, the cacao and creme de menthe cocktail that was popular in the 1950s."

"What is it: Sometimes, you want to be wowed in an intimate fine dining setting. Some other times, you want to wear jeans and enjoy a chef-driven entrée without the fuss. The Pass and Provisions was designed to provide both experiences under a single roof, with intricately presented dinner tasting menus at The Pass and à la carte options for brunch, lunch and dinner at Provisions.Why go: For those looking for a fine dining experience, the $65 five-course tasting menu (sans drink pairings) at the Pass is hard to beat for style and price."

"The Pass & Provisions restaurant is housed in a historic building that was constructed between 1954 and 1955 and began as a deli and import company. In modern times, it serves as a place where cooks, chefs, and staff converge to ‘plate, garnish, and expedite a menu’. The Pass attempts to channel the energy of the central point at the restaurant where ideas are created: each chef serves tables personally, describes the dishes and answers questions, creating a mutual experience that emphasizes the process of bringing food to the plate."

"No date will be able to resist a stellar dinner at this show-stopping restaurant with a tasting menu. The five course Omnivore or Vegetarian menus are $105 with wine pairings and $65 without, so settle in for the long haul with truly unparalleled dishes by James Beard semifinalist Chefs Seth Siegel-Gardner and Terrence Gallivan. The menu changes seasonally so you may never have the same meal, or date, twice."

"Inspired by ceremonial anti-aging rituals of ancient cultures and Houston’s diverse international heritage, this 14,500-square-foot spa at The Post Oak Hotel is a haven for holistic well-being and lasting beauty. Using the latest innovations in skin care techniques and products cultivated from the world's most unspoiled regions, it’s a total sensory journey with essential oils from Aromatherapy Associates, rituals and treatments from Cinq Mondes, and anti-aging products from Jacqueline Piotaz. Signature treatment: The Ritual of Five Worlds is an escape to the exoticism of ancient lands."

"Elegant, extravagant, and expensive in equal measure, The Post Oak Hotel is Houston’s most swanky and sophisticated five-star hotel. While its gorgeous rooms and suites are lavishly decorated and exude luxury, its outdoor swimming pool and a state-of-the-art spa are just as impressive. On top of all of this, it has numerous fine dining establishments for guests to try out, as well as a chic lobby bar and concierge service."

"The showy, city changing Post Oak Hotel fittingly boasts a swanky spa. Also ForbesTravel Guide lauded, this lavish mecca of relaxation raises the bar. Rituals and healing techniques draw influence from ancient practices and cultures around the world."

"This award-winning Japanese chain restaurant is the home of the original ahi tower. The Blue Fish serves some of the finest sushi in The Heights Houston as well as fresh sashimi, rolls, and an array of Asian-inspired hot dishes, salads, and artisan desserts. You’ll also find incredible service, a lively atmosphere, and an overall unforgettable experience, making it the perfect spot for date night or meeting up with your friends!"

"One of the best sushi restaurants in the area, this restaurant has two inner-loop locations and one in The Woodlands!. They offer a happy hour every day from 5-7 and they start early on the weekends- 3 pm!. They have a $5 food menu and their drinks start at just $4."

"The Blue Fish on Washington Avenue is the second Houston location for the popular Dallas-based chain that's been perfecting its sushi, Asian fusion entrees, and craft cocktails for..."

"Morningstar offers barista-level coffee drinks to pair with their top-notch donuts. You’ll find vegan donuts, pineapple fritters, matcha, chocolate, and fruity creations. They have specialty flavors they change every weekend, so every trip to Morningstar is a new experience."

"Famously seen on reality cooking shows Top Chef: Just Desserts and Chopped, pastry chef Vanarin Kuch puts his imagination and creativity to work in the kitchen at Downtown’s Koffeteria, where flaky, decadent house favorites include the pistachio baklava croissant and the savory beef pho kolache. Visit koffeteria.com to order online."