Sweet or Savory? 4 Houston Eateries To Try This Fall

From decadent desserts to fruity and flavorful sips, these four Houston eateries bring a bevy of fresh flavors to the table.

Love Croissants' menu features everything from the classic butter croissant to the blueberry lemon lime tart to the Crolache

LOVE CROISSANTS

The rumors are true: the best way to a person’s heart is through the stomach, and Love Croissants' founder Omar Pereney knows precisely that. Inspired by his deep connection with baking and the challenge of croissants, he discovered his new passion for flaky, buttery goodness and wanted everyone to experience a love story with his creation. “At Love Croissants, we love making people feel special, and for us, that means sourcing the highest quality butter, flour and sugar, then matching it with impeccable lamination technique, a colorful mix of classic and modern ideas and bold flavors,” says Pereney. Where to snag one of these savory snacks? The latest location in Midtown serves up crowd favorites like the Pain au Chocolat, twice-baked almond cardamom and blueberry lemon lime tart. 2808 Caroline St.

Sugar FRK chef Don Bowie

SUGAR FRK

Dare to indulge with chef Don Bowie’s recently debuted specialty dessert concept in Midtown, Sugar Frk, where rule-breaking convections with uniquely paired ingredients (think an orange creamsicle donut, PBJ crunch cookie and more) elevate the game. “ I have always enjoyed Midtown and the vibe it has daily. Just in the short time we’ve been open, we’ve met a lot of our neighbors, and they have been very excited and receptive to us,” says Bowie. Some of the tempting treats on the menu include a fizzy americano, frozen banana pudding daiquiri, cream cheese and fruit Danish and much, much more. 314 Gray St.

GREEN FORK AND STRAW

Houston’s dining scene just got tastier with Green Fork and Straw’s recently debuted 1,200-square-foot space off Westheimer. Marking its third location in H-town, the brand has revolutionized the restaurant scene with its grab-and-go approach to health-forward fresh juices, smoothies and meals. “We’re out here doing what we love, and the response from the community has been so much more than I could have imagined,” says owner Blair Kern. “I am very excited to showcase our new space for our customers to enjoy. They deserve this the most.” This must-visit restaurant makes eating well easy, from delightful fresh juice creations like the Joy Juice with carrot, ginger, apple and lemon to conveniently packaged products like the pesto caesar salad and gluten-free coconut chocolate cookies for on-the-go customers. 3601 Westheimer Rd.

Green Fork and Straw broccoli spinach soup and more

BITTY & BEAUS

Expanding impact and pouring with passion, Bitty and Beaus is bringing a pinch of magic to every cup of coffee. Founders Amy and Ben Wright started their business to create a path for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities where they feel valued and accepted. The original shop, named after their children with Down Syndrome, opened in 2016 and has since expanded to 19 shops–with three right here in the Lonestar state and more coming soon. Indulge in crowd favorites like the cotton candy frappes, matcha lattes and cinnamon rolls. 2367 Rice Blvd.