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Houston is America’s fourth-largest city—a bustling hub of activity whose historic neighborhoods are packed with history, culture, and cosmopolitan cuisine from all over the world. And while it’s possible to find restaurants serving up fare from more than 70 countries, Houston also stays true to its roots with a number of down-home faves that go big on flavor in True Texas fashion.
However, there’s one Houston neighborhood famed for its diverse flavors: nicknamed “The Sweetest Town in Texas,” the suburb of Sugar Land is a true melting pot of cultures. A global gastronomic paradise, this Fort Bend County gem has rapidly become a delicious dining destination for both locals and tourists alike looking to score unforgettable meals on the outskirts of H-Town.
State Fare Has Tex-Mex Flair
With three TX locations (including two in Houston), State Fare’s signature Tex-Mex/Creole creative mashups are impressing diners throughout the Lone Star State with a menu that’s both original and eclectic. Think classic comfort food with a twist; fresh, mouthwatering faves that are big on both flavor and fun from brunch to dinner (and don’t forget dessert!)
- Address: 15930 City Walk, Sugar Land
- Hours: Monday through Thursday 11 AM-9:30 PM; Friday 11 AM-11 PM; Saturday 10 AM-11 PM; Sunday 10 AM-9 PM
- Reservations: Yes, via OpenTable or call (713)-234-1405
- Price: $$-$$$$
- What To Try: H-Town Hot Fried Chicken; Kuykendahl Burger; San Luis Seafood Platter; Sabine Pass Gumbo
Delicious Duos Delight Diners At Jupiter Pizza & Waffle Co.
Any adventurous diner who thrives on unlikely (and often quirky), cuisine combos will find their palates pleased by Jupiter Pizza & Waffle Co. An eclectic menu that’s a veritable smorgasbord of savory and sweet; spicy and fried—and everything in-between. Jupiter almost literally has it all: the pizzas are pro, the waffles are wow and the menu is loaded with epic specials at this weirdly wonderful Sugar Land spot.
- Address: 16135 City Walk, Sugar Land
- Hours: Tuesday through Thursday 11 AM-9 PM; Friday 11 AM-10 PM; Saturday 9 AM-10 PM; Sunday 9 AM-9 PM, Closed Mondays
- Reservations: N/A
- Price: $$$
- What To Try: Pigs-In-Space Pizza; Lunar Fries; Southern Belle Waffle; Homestead Waffle
Big Burgers, Bold Flavors At Guru
A local fave with a reputation for large and in-charge handhelds, Guru has recently updated their menu to include a number of bowls that are just as original as the burgers that made them famous. And the best part is, that guests can choose between the signature house bowls, or customize their own with a slew of yummy toppings. And don’t forget about the burgers (both classic and alt)—a match made in culinary heaven.
- Address: 2268 Texas Drive, Sugar Land Town Square
- Hours: Tuesday through Sunday 11 AM-9 PM; Closed Mondays
- Reservations: N/A
- Price: $$-$$$
- What To Try: Shaggy Dog Bowl; Fig Newton Burger; Captain Planet (Vegan); Fried Pickles
Delightfully Authentic Indian Cuisine At Mahesh’s Kitchen
A warm welcoming environment and a menu jam-packed with traditional Indian faves await visitors to the marvelous Mahesh’s Kitchen. Tried-and-true faves like masala and paneer are amazing, but don’t be afraid to go off the beaten track with some of the restaurant’s original takes that are big on fusion-forward flavors.
- Address: 16019 City Walk, Sugar Land
- Hours: Tuesday through Friday 4 PM-9 PM (Lunch served 11 AM-2 PM); Saturday and Sunday 11 AM-9 PM; Closed Mondays; Happy Hour Tuesday through Sunday 4 PM-6 PM
- Reservations: N/A
- Price: $$-$$$
- What To Try: Paneer Makhani; Chicken Tikka Masala; Mahesh’s Daal Tadka; Town Centre Samosa; Tangdi Kebab
Vino & Vinyl: Wine Bar, Supper Club, And Record Retreat
Think supper club meets low-key, intimate disco at Vino & Vinyl: a hip spot where the ambiance is only surpassed by the stellar wine offerings and sumptuous, diverse cuisine. Sit back and sip artisanal California wines while noshing on an unforgettable meal—all set to the nostalgic, vivid vinyl sounds of spinning records and good-time bistro vibes at this true gem in the heart of Sugar Land.
- Address: 15977 City Walk, Sugar Land
- Hours: Tuesday through Thursday 4 PM-11 PM; Friday & Saturday 3 PM-12 AM
- Reservations: Yes, via OpenTable
- Price: $$-$$$$
- What To Try: Pork Belly Bites; Cowboy Surf & Turf; Octopus Tacos; Fungi Prosciutto Flatbread
Pho Ben Delivers Vietnamese Food That Wows
Any list of Sugar Land restaurants would be incomplete without at least one Vietnamese restaurant, as the suburb is known for its large Asian—and especially Vietnamese—population. And while there are a plethora of delish spots to choose from, Pho Ben is one of the best: delightfully diverse and authentic, this local fave (with two Sugar Land locations!) is known for its ambiance as well as its classic, super fresh, well-made, and thoughtful dishes.
- Address: 3613 Hwy 6 and 1912 Wescott Avenue Suite 238 (both in Sugar Land)
- Hours: Monday through Thursday 10 AM-9 PM; Friday & Saturday 10 AM-9:30 PM; Sunday 10 AM-9 PM
- Reservations: N/A
- Price: $-$$
- What To Try: Vietnamese Egg Rolls; Bún Gà Nướng (Vermicelli with chargrilled lemongrass chicken); Mì Hải Sản (Egg Noodle soup with seafood); Phở Gà Thịt Trắng (Noodle soup with chicken)
Houston is a global city known for its diverse culture that permeates the city’s fabric—and one only needs to look at H-Town’s cuisine scene to feel its worldly, eclectic flair. And while Houston is full of eclectic neighborhoods with their own distinctive flavors, the Fort Bend suburb of Sugar Land is a true standout when it comes to a fab cuisine scene bursting with culinary cred. But it’s not only its extraordinary cultural diversity that steals the Sugar Land spotlight; it’s the neighborhood’s funky and unique spots that are packed with Texas-sized vibes and good times galore—a veritable foodie’s paradise on the outskirts of Space City.