By Halle Zelin By Halle Zelin | August 13, 2024 | Lifestyle, Lifestyle Feature, Guides,
Here’s everything you need to know about Rice Village in Houston.
2424 Dunstan Rd, localfoodstexas.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Local foods is all about healthy foods with fresh ingredients. Discover delicious bites from around the neighborhood or around the world at the LFM market or enjoy locally sourced chef-prepared dishes from Local Foods’ kitchen.
2347 University Blvd., romahouston.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Having wined and dined Houstonians for over seven years, it's safe to say Roma is a neighborhood staple. Its Italian classics (think Scallopine di Vitello, Cacio e Pepe and Ravioli di Gamberi) are sure to tantalize your tastebuds, with the help of Roma's extensive wine and craft cocktail lists, of course.
Hamsa
5555 Morningside Dr Suite 100, hamsahtx.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: The Mecca of Modern Israeli Cuisine, Hamsa delights villagers with elevated Middle Eastern dishes and cocktails. If you think you’ve had good hummus before, just wait until you try Hamsa!
2401 Times Blvd Suite 110, skinspirit.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Your new favorite medical spa is now open in Rice Village! Meet with an expert for a custom treatment plan and take advantage of SkinSpirit’s award-winning facial, skin rejuvenation, and body treatments.
2507 Times Blvd, beautiquericevillage.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: An iconic original Rice Village staple since 1956, Beautique Day Spa’s unparalleled service makes it the premier destination for all things indulgence and relaxation.
5302 Morningside Drive, josephinesdayspa.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: From massages to lash lifts, Josephine’s is your one-stop-shop for all things beauty and self care. Nourish in their wide selection of services and high-end products.
2509 Amherst St, thefacehaus.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: A fun, fresh, modern destination with an upbeat attitude and an uplifting message of inclusion, Face Haus makes luxury spa-services available to just about anyone. Try the Haus Special facial for the ultimate rejuvenating skin experience!
2528 Amherst St, christina-greene.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: As the first Christina Greene retail store to ever open, this Rice Village destination is the perfect place to buy yourself or a loved one a cute new piece of jewelry. The shop’s gorgeous selection of jewelry is all hypoallergenic and nickel-free.
2414 University Blvd Suite 136, lilyrain.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: With the softest loungewear, cutest sweaters, eye-catching accessories, trendy jewelry, and more, Lily Rain is the perfect boutique for the fashion-forward Houstonian. Make sure to hit this spot on your next shopping trip!
2424 Dunstan Rd Suite 150, owlbarhouston.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: The Owl Bar is your warm, friendly, casual bar located in the heart of Houston and is said to have the best happy hour in the city! Have some fun, make new friends, celebrate, dance, and drink at this classic joint.
2424 Dunstan Rd Suite 125, leesdenhtx.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: The speakeasy entrance is not the only thing that makes this quaint wine bar so thrilling and special. Check out Lees Den’s seasonal menu of small plates and some of the most unique wines you can find in the Houston area!
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Kelvin Dr. & Amherst St, rice-village.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Don’t miss out on Rice Village’s open air market—where you can discover everything from sustainably sourced produce to made-to-order margaritas. Mark your calendars for the first and third Mondays of the month!
2540 Times Blvd, mainstreettheater.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Since 1975, the Main Street Theater has served as a focal point for Rice Village, providing theater experiences for all ages. Get your tickets to the mainstage showings or support the Theater for Youth’s season shows!
2342 Bissonnet Street, murderbooks.com
Why it’s Essential to The Neighborhood: For bookworms looking for an intimate page-turner setting, Murder By The Book will get hearts racing from its selection of mysterious and action novels.
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