Laredo Taqueria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

1. Laredo Taqueria

8.4
915 Snover St (Washington), Houston, TX
Taco Restaurant · 70 tips and reviews

Jackie M.Jackie Martinez: This food is amazing! Tastes like authentic Mexican-American! Try the carne gusada tacos and the caramel empanadas.

Catherine A.Catherine A: Super authentic. Really delicious. Try the carne guisada.

Kale P.Kale Petersen: Deliciousness, the pollo mole was my favorite!

Lupe Tortilla is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

2. Lupe Tortilla

8.8
1511 Shepherd Dr (at Eigel St), Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 42 tips and reviews

David R.David Reed: Everything is good, really good authentic Tex-mex. Great service always.

ELS Language CentersELS Language Centers: A great restaurant for all ages! The fantastic Queso Flamedo appetizer and fajitas never disappoint! Meals $10 to $25.

Marc C.Marc Coleman-Hill: Good food, fast service. The tamales had a lot of meat in the, kinda like carnitas.

Julep is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

3. Julep

9.0
1919 Washington Ave. (White St.), Houston, TX
Cocktail Bar · 39 tips and reviews

Zach R.Zach R: Outstanding juleps. Happy hour pricing is a great deal. The hush puppies are really good. Service is on point when it isn't busy.

Catherine A.Catherine A: The food is very good, but it's pricey for the amount that you get.

Andres N.Andres Novoa: Their namesake cocktail is pretty good! Their hush puppies appetizer hits the spot as well if you're in the mood for a snack.

B & B Butchers is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

4. B & B Butchers

8.6
1814 Washington Ave, Houston, TX
Steakhouse · 32 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Try a flight of lamb, pork, and beef bacon before tackling the massive Gearhart Ranch wagyu cowboy cut steak, or splurge on the restaurant's certified authentic Kobe beef. Read more.

RaniaRania: Everything we had was amazing. Steak tartar, filet, wagu steak, key lime pie. Decor and service was also top. It’s not cheap but quality is worth it.

ArtJonakArtJonak: Dual concept butcher and upscale steakhouse that serves carpet bagger steak in the half-shell. What's not to like? 😉

Taqueria Barba is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

5. Taqueria Barba

8.3
Houston, TX
Food Truck · 6 tips and reviews

Alain H.Alain Harvey: If you're a fan of authentic taqueria fare look no further. Taqueria Barba makes their food fresh and fast! Unpretentious, the efficient and eager-to-please staff reinforces the welcoming vibe.

Aksel Q.Aksel Quintus-Bosz: The corn tortillas are very good. Makes the taco. Smoked pork shoulder was tasty.

chris v.chris valdez: Breakfast tacos!!!!

Down The Street is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

6. Down The Street

9.1
5746 Larkin St (Sherwin St), Houston, TX
Cocktail Bar · 30 tips and reviews

Sam F.Sam Fenwick: Cute neighborhood bar great for dates or meeting up with friends! The brunch is amazing, and is only on Saturday and Sunday. Everything on the menu is delicious every time and the staff is friendly.

Mike S.Mike S: Moscow mule is awesome- extra ginger-y!

Aksel Q.Aksel Quintus-Bosz: Patio is a nice hang-out. Great neighborhood bar.

Urban Eats is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

7. Urban Eats

8.5
3414 Washington Ave (Wagner St.), Houston, TX
Bistro · 19 tips and reviews

Ali N.Ali Naser: Don't miss on the tuna sliders (sorry Charlie). Their pumpkin desserts are awesome. Coffee is great too as they have blends and different roasts.

Karen D.Karen Diaz-Bizuet: Brussels toss is fantastic 🍴

Andres N.Andres Novoa: The fried green tomato appetizer is amazing! Don't be shy to ask for more of the aioli!!

El Rey Taqueria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

8. El Rey Taqueria

8.8
910 Shepherd Dr (at Washington Ave.), Houston, TX
Cuban Restaurant · 73 tips and reviews

Franco M.Franco Martinez: Their specialty sandwiches and "tortas" are authentic and delicious. Great place for a quick and filling meal.

DeborahDeborah: The canteloupe juice is tasty!

KristinaKristina: Their tacos are awesome! My fave is the Cuban Taco. Other popular ones are: El Rey Taco, Ropa Vieja Taco and Rotisserie Chicken Taco. Lemonade is made fresh and horchata is really good!

Cafe Brussels is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

9. Cafe Brussels

8.2
1718 Houston Ave (at Crockett St), Houston, TX
French Restaurant · Washington Avenue - Memorial Park · 15 tips and reviews

Local Houston MagazineLocal Houston Magazine: Café Brussels (1718 Houston Ave.) where the most authentic Moules and Steak au Poivre in Houston can be found. Read more.

Alicia E.Alicia Earnest: Amazing place! The escargot mussels and beers are awesome!

Stephen S.Stephen Schwarz: Houston Avenue location

Piada Italian Street Food is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

10. Piada Italian Street Food

8.8
5801 Memorial Dr Ste E, Houston, TX
Italian Restaurant · 4 tips and reviews

Manuel V.Manuel Villasmil: Extremely tasty Italian food! Piadas, Pastas, Salads, Tascas & Soups!

Miriam G.Miriam Goldman: The salads are good, but not in a class with their amazing pastas.

Derek B.Derek Butts: Steak diavolo piada

Stanton's City Bites is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

11. Stanton's City Bites

8.9
1420 Edwards St (at Houston Ave.), Houston, TX
Burger Joint · 75 tips and reviews

Mike B.Mike Bradshaw: Everything. The people are exceptional. The double chipotle. Standby for greatness competitive eaters. Your picture could be on the wall.

Cassie N.Cassie Nolan: Super nice people and super fast service! Tasty food, too. Thumbs up!

Brandon B.Brandon Buehring: Cowboy Brunch Burger w/ tots

Catalina Coffee is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

12. Catalina Coffee

9.0
2201 Washington Ave (at Hemphill), Houston, TX
Coffee Shop · 154 tips and reviews

Eric F.Eric F.: Excellent espresso. Both doppio and cafe latte were superb

Patty R.Patty Rathbun: This is not the f-ing heights.

Luis C.Luis Cerezo: I traveled 1000 miles to get the cortado.

Velvet Taco is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

13. Velvet Taco

9.1
4819 Washington Ave, Houston, TX
Taco Restaurant · 58 tips and reviews

Leonie E.Leonie Ezegbunam: The shrimp and grits taco is amazing. Perfectly portioned and delecious.

Lisa K.Lisa K: The shrimp and grits taco is bomb! If you see the holy clucker taco special, get it! The margaritas are pretty good too.

Liz B.Liz Burling: Great tacos and nice beer selection!

El Tiempo Cantina - Washington is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

14. El Tiempo Cantina - Washington

8.3
5602 Washington Ave (at T.C. Jester Blvd.), Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 94 tips and reviews

Andrew G.Andrew Gorzny: Awesome, authentic food. Generous portions. Get an enchilada- any of them. They're good.

Anna P.Anna P: Fajitas are the best - get half and half, so you can try chicken and beef!

Sydney S.Sydney Scardino: One word - margaritas. Do it.

Brenner's on the Bayou is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston.

15. Brenner's on the Bayou

8.8
1 Birdsall St, Houston, TX
Steakhouse · 44 tips and reviews

Greg J.Greg Jones: Outstanding menu. Prime beef is fantastic.

Daniel B.Daniel Benetti: Great spot for the quintessential man's meal: Steak, Scotch, and an after dinner cigar on the patio (with another scotch of course).

Kris G.Kris Guthrie: Blue bar is awesome. Great happy hour $5!