Here's everything you need to know about River Oaks in Houston.
Where To Eat
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4444 Westheimer Rd/ toulousecafeandbar.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood : At Toulouse, enjoy French influenced Belgian food with a modern flare. Excellent appetizers like warm brie and tomato tart is sure to make for a perfect dining experience.
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4444 Westheimer Rd Suite G130/ouzobay.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Unique cocktails and happy hour specials make Ouza Bay an essential River Oaks spot. Expand your palate with unique Mediterranean dishes like flaming saganaki.
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4444 Westhiemer Rd/lecolonialhouston.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King craft an impeccable atmosphere and even better food. This Vietnamese favorite is essential to River Oaks for any occasion from date night to quick lunch.
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Multiple locations/libertykitchenoysterette.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Easy lunch? Count us in. Liberty Kitchen offers modern comfort food with something for everyone. Enjoy live music every Friday and Saturday.
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4444 Westhiemer Rd Suite C180/madhouston.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Bringing the excitement of Madrid’s nightlife to you. MAD has perfect tapas and small bites for a fun dinner with friends.
Where to Stay
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1600 West Loop S/thepostoakhotel.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Enjoy your stay at this Forbes 5 star luxury hotel. Whether you’re a visitor, or a Houstonian looking for a stay-cation, the Post Oak hotel is the perfect getaway.
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1919 Briar Oaks Ln/marriot.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Elegance in the center of uptown, that’s what you’ll find at the St. Regis. This location is perfect if shopping is on your to-do list, as it is minutes from The Galleria.
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1080 Uptown Park Blvd/granducahouston.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Relax by the gorgeous Italian villa style pool and take in all that the Granduca has to offer. Recently renovated rooms guarantee a comfortable stay.
Where to Relax
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1701 S Shepherd Dr. Suite C/Besantuary.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: The staff at Sanctuary is committed to creating a custom wellness experience for every guest. View their website for more information about services.
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4550 Post Oak Pl Dr/Sousanmedspahouston.net
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Sousan was voted best day med spa for a reason. Check out their natural services for a youthful glow.
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Multiple Locations/Massageheights.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Massage therapy focused on a well rounded experience. Put wellness first at Massage Heights.
Where to Shop
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4444 Westheimer Rd/riveroaksdistrict.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Spend the day hopping from Hermes to Harry Winston and more. River Oaks District is the perfect place for a day of luxury shopping.
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2601 Westheimer Rd/Tootsies.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Where luxury fashion meets personalized service, Tootsie’s has you covered. Make a private appointment for one on one service.
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4055 Westhiemer Rd/houstonhighlandvillage.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Sometimes, it’s what on the outside that counts. Highland villages' beautiful landscaping and excellent stores creates the perfect day of browsing.
For Pre-Dinner Drinks
2006 Peeden St/marfrelesshouston.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Open since 1972, this lounge is known for its iconic blue door and its history for gaining popularity through only word of mouth. Enjoy a delicious cocktail in the lounge.
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4444 Westheimer Rd Suite G 110/ lochbar.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Compliment a cocktail with items off the famous raw bar menu. Stop by any day of the week for live music.
1600 West Loop S/thepostoakhotel.com
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: Vintage, yet timeless. Sit back and relax on red velvet seats and enjoy unique cocktails at H bar.
Cultural Experiences
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6003 Memorial Dr/ mfah.org
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: The former home of Ima Hogg showcases American decorative art and paintings. The maintained gardens outside are equally as beautiful as the artwork inside.
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1406 Kirby Dr/ mfah.org
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: This home designed by Houston architect John Staub showcases European art such as furnishings, paintings and ceramics. Tours of the museum are included in admissions.
1934 W Gray St Unit 311/ roco.org
Why It’s Essential to The Neighborhood: ROCO has just announced season 18, which features a piece from William Bolcom, Pulitzer Prize winning composer. Single tickets are available now.
Photography by: Adrian N/Unsplash