25 Essential The Woodlands Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of The Woodlands.
Cyclone Anaya's Tex-Mex Kitchen
Texas
Vibrant destination offering potent margaritas, as well as familiar Tex-Mex dishes.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Texas
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
Crust Pizza Co. - Creekside
Texas
Carefully produced pizzas, plus calzones, pasta, subs & salads, served in a warmly casual setting.
Brothers Pizza Express
The Woodlands, Texas
Mainstay for pizza & other casual Italian-inspired comfort food, including stromboli & calzones.
Via Emilia Italian Restaurant
The Woodlands, Texas
Upscale choice for hearty Italian fare such as handmade pastas & braised meats, plus wine options.
Amrina
The Woodlands, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great dessert, Great tea selection, Great wine list.
Bosscat Kitchen & Libations
The Woodlands, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great wine list.
MOD Pizza
The Woodlands, Texas
Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.
Herreras Mexican Restaurant
The Woodlands, Texas
Relaxed, family-run Mexican restaurant & bar featuring a menu of classic dishes & a covered patio.
CAVA
The Woodlands, Texas
Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
The Woodlands, Texas
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.
Flower Child
The Woodlands, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection.
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
The Woodlands, Texas
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.
bellagreen
The Woodlands, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great dessert.
Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings
The Woodlands, Texas
Counter-service chain offering a range of Philly-style cheesesteaks, loaded fries & lemonades.
Willie's Grill & Icehouse
The Woodlands, Texas
Long-running Texas chain for brews, burgers, chicken & seafood in a family-friendly setting.
Local Table
The Woodlands, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Salata
The Woodlands, Texas
Counter-serve chain offering made-to-order salads featuring signature dressings, plus wraps & soups.
Shogun
The Woodlands, Texas
Stylish restaurant offering sushi & hibachi tables where performing chefs grill Japanese teppanyaki.
McDonald's
The Woodlands, Texas
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Southern Ice Co
The Woodlands, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Gringo’s Mexican Kitchen {The Woodlands}
The Woodlands, Texas
Laid-back chain outpost dishing up Tex-Mex classics & cocktails in informal digs.
McDonald's
The Woodlands, Texas
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.
Subway
The Woodlands, Texas
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
McDonald's
The Woodlands, Texas
Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.