Health in Houston

The Health Museum

1515 Hermann Downtown/ Midtown

713-521-1515

Health, Organic, Specialties, Museums, Best Of, Sponsor, Slideshow

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A List Hair Studio

1815 Cleburne St. Third Ward

Health

Baba Yega

2607 Grant Montrose

713-522-0042

American, Deli, Health, Vegetarian, Recommended, Best Of, Menu

This cozy cafe, named after a Slavic witch, has been a favorite ever since Montrose was the capital of Bohemian culture. The converted bungalow, with patio seating and a lush herb garden, serves artist types, workers and families. Like its clientele, the food is a mixed bag of deli, home cooking and vegetarian cuisine. Winners include the Caesar, topped with grilled chicken and charred red peppers, and the grilled vegetables over herbed brown rice. The best bet, however, is the huge char-grilled burger, served with a side of Baba Yega's famous dill potato salad.

6 articles

Beard Papa's Katy

23119 Colonial Parkway Suite A13 Katy

832-913-1257

Coffee Shops, Coffeehouse, Comfort Foods, Dessert, Health, Japanese

The World's Best Cream Puffs - Now in Katy, TX!

Bebidas

2606 Edloe Heights

713-554-0023

Health, Best Of

1 article

Bellagreen

748 E 11th St. Outside Houston

713-714-8460

Health, Restaurants

Bhojan

6855 SW Freeway Outer Loop - SW

713-777-6900

Health, Indian, Pakistani, Vegetarian, Recommended, Menu

In Gujarati, bhojan means "to eat," and here you will enjoy eating spicy vegetarian food from a well-stocked buffet for less than ten bucks. The place is elaborately decorated and sits just off the Indian enclave on Hillcroft. Basmati rice, lentils, potatoes, beans, soups and freshly-made rotis (breads) are just some of the highlights of this ever-changing smorgasbord of dishes.

Bowl - CLOSED

607 Richmond Montrose

832-582-7218

Health, Salads, Sandwiches, Recommended, Menu

Bowl is one of a string of concept-it-yourself salad restaurants popping up around town. Salad toppings and dressings are tangy, fresh and delicious. The restaurant is small and fills quickly during the lunch hour. Sandwiches - both traditional sammies and grilled paninis - are excellent as well. Pizzas are made with classic flavors and ingredients, though are inconsistently cooked. The restaurant prides itself on the little things - creative iced teas, homemade potato chips, fresh breads and gorgeous ingredients.

Brasil

2604 Dunlavy Lower Shepherd-Kirby

713-528-1993

American, Cafe, Health, Vegetarian, Recommended, Best Of, Menu, Slideshow

Its shady patio on the corner of Dunlavy and Westheimer makes for some terrific people-watching and eavesdropping, but most folks go to Brasil for coffee or hibiscus tea. Don't dismiss it as a diner, though. We always order the chicken salad sandwich, which is more than shredded chicken with mayo. Served on focaccia and topped with poblanos, cilantro, pumpkin seeds and jicama, it packs a punch. And the crunchy bagel chips on the side make you feel healthier.

22 articles

Doozo Dumplings and Noodles

1200 McKinney Downtown/ Midtown

713-571-6898

Chinese, Health, Recommended, Best Of

Doozo may mean "welcome" in Japanese, but the Dumpling Diva, Julie Lu, wants the line in this food court to move quickly, so you'd better know what you want and have cash in hand when you get to the front of the line. The line moves fast, as do the delicious dumplings: healthy steamed veggie, chicken or pork, all accompanied with a spicy dipping sauce. One of Lu's secrets is using spinach instead of cabbage in the filling. Since this place offers takeout only, plan to enjoy your dumplings in the food court.

2 articles

Field Of Green's

2320 W. Alabama Lower Shepherd-Kirby

713-533-0029

Health, Vegetarian, Recommended, Best Of, Menu

Field of Green's meat-free menu (there is some fish) has a wide range of dishes, including a raw vegetable rainbow plate, green bean hummus wrap and six different kinds of veggie burgers. The knowledgeable staff makes ordering easy and will happily explain the difference between tempeh and tofu or make substitutions to accommodate those with additional dietary restrictions. Carnivorous companions will be pleasantly surprised by the meatless BBQ chicken salad or hearty eggplant parmesan.

2 articles

Georgia's Market Memorial Village

9201 Katy Freeway Outer Loop - NW

281-940-0990

Buffet, Health, Organic, Specialties, Retail, Best Of

This Memorial-area location is an unusual buffet and salad bar restaurant located in the middle of a health food store. The vegetables on the salad bar at Georgia's Farm to Market are exquisitely fresh, the bread is whole wheat, and everything on the hot food buffet is healthy. Don't miss the herb tea cart.

1 article

Go-Sip Cafe

1050 N. Post Oak Rd. Outer Loop - NW

713-808-9349

Cafe, Coffeehouse, Eclectic, Health, Sandwiches, Vegetarian, Coffee Shops, Recommended

You would never know this is a restaurant since it is situated in an office park, but inside it's homey. The organic yogurt, granola and fresh berries coulis will leave you wondering if you'll ever eat anything else for breakfast. Lunch includes creative salads and pita wraps like the hummus and grilled vegetables or the organic kafta with mint yogurt.

Loving Hut

2825 S. Kirkwood Outer Loop - SW

281-531-8882

Health, Vegetarian, Recommended, Menu, Slideshow

Loving Hut serves 100 percent vegan fare, which means that no meat, cheese, butter, milk, eggs or any other animal product is found in any item here. The menu is primarily Asian-focused, with Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese and Japanese-influenced dishes, but there are also more Americanized dishes like the Loving Hut Burger (with a soy patty and Vegenaise) and the Savory Spaghetti made with tofu. Half restaurant, half cafe, Loving Hut offers something for everyone…as long as they don't eat meat.

2 articles

Madras Pavilion Indian Cuisine

3910 Kirby Lower Shepherd-Kirby

713-521-2617

Health, Indian, Vegetarian, Recommended

Unlike many of Houston's Indian restaurants, Madras Pavilion pays little attention to the cuisine of northern India, focusing instead on what's available in the southern part of the subcontinent -- particularly the South Indian specialty dosai, a crepelike dish made from lentil or rice flour. Madras, with a dozen different types, is a haven for this dish. The best is the ravala masala dosai, with its spicy potato and vegetable filling. Uthappam, a sort of Indian pizza, is also delectable. Desserts, alas, are not.

3 articles

Mogul

1055 Bay Area Blvd Clear Lake

281-480-3097

Health, Indian, Vegetarian, Recommended, Menu

An unusually interesting Indian newcomer where the vibrant chutneys, dry-fried okra and green beans with coconut merit the long drive southeast to NASA-land. The tandoori meats aren't special, but the classy breads and velvety sauces are: Try the earthy chicken kadai-style, the stuffed lamb meatballs (nargisi kofta) and the creamed mushrooms.

A Moveable Feast

9341 Katy Freeway Outer Loop - NW

713-365-0368

Health, Tex-Mex, Vegetarian

Billing itself as a healthy restaurant for all, from "vegan to burgermeister," A Moveable Feast is a counter-service-only restaurant. Absolutely no fried items are served, and the restaurant is very careful to advertise the sources of meat and animal products. There are wheat-free for the gluten-free options for those with dietary restrictions. In addition to the entrees like enchiladas, wild salmon and quesadillas, salads, sandwiches, smoothies and desserts are served. The adjoining A Moveable Feast store offers a "grab and go" section of refrigerated items like chicken and tuna salad, hummus, soups and vegetarian chili.

Muscle Maker Grill of Sugar Land

4767 Sweetwater Blvd., Sugar Land Out of Town

626-872-5362

Health, Menu

Muscle Maker Grill is a healthy food restaurant that also offers meal plans.

NOKturne

17062 Saturn Lane Galveston

832-284-4543

Health, Menu

Established in 2013 Conceptually designed to promote a green and healthy living for the overnight community. Items available are specifically designed to relieve, calm, soothe or prevent common biological disorders affecting humans such as: insomnia, anxiety, stress, stomach ache, constipation, cancer prevention, alzheimer's disease and others. In addition, NOKturne believes a greener environment and cleaner air is the key element for longevity and a healthier living. This is why NOKturne has taken the measures to provide biodegradable packaging on every single item sold, as well as the incentive to stimulate the usage of our ReBag. NOKturne was created to help the overnight community. Why night, you may ask. Well, it turns out that the labor force on duty during late hours is much more smaller compared to the diurnal workforce, so it is easier to make an impact about our business. Also, late workers and night dwellers have considerably less options to maintain a balanced diet.

Pepper Tree Veggie Cuisine

3821 Richmond Greenway Plaza

713-621-9488

Buffet, Chinese, Health, Thai, Vegetarian, Vietnamese, Recommended, Readers' Choice

Pepper Tree is best known for its buffet, which features vegetarian Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese and Western cuisines. Typical dishes made with meat are reimagined as vegetarian here. Tofu versions of Peking duck, General Tso's chicken and kung pao chicken all come out tasting delicious. The modern, calming decor, spotless interior and friendly, knowledgeable staff make this the place for the novice or the experienced vegan.

2 articles

Pokéworks

1609 S. Post Oak Lane Galleria

832-831-6169

Promotional, Asian Fusion, Gluten-Free, Hawaiian, Health, Vegan, Vegetarian

Founded in 2015, Pokéworks is one the nation’s largest and fastest growing poke brands in North America with over 35 locations open and more than 100 projected to open by 2020. The brand provides a fresh take on Hawaiian-inspired poke burritos and bowls, using the highest quality of responsibly-sourced ingredients. Its chef-driven menu allows for complete customization that caters to almost anyone including those maintaining gluten-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan as well as cooked or raw protein diets. For more information about the franchise opportunity, visit www.pokeworks.com/franchise.

Pressed - Market Street

9595 Six Pines Drive Suite 1075, The Woodlands Inner Loop - NE

8884458423

Health

Quan Yin

10804 Bellaire Outer Loop - SW

281-498-7890

Chinese, Health, Vegetarian, Vietnamese, Best Of

This vegetarian/vegan restaurant is the perfect option for people craving their favorite meat dishes but unwilling to give up their meat-free lifestyle. Not only is the entire menu free of all animal products, seafood and eggs, but Quan Yin actually uses soy products and wheat gluten to recreate traditional meat products. For example, summer rolls have fake "bbq pork," and their faux chicken is the house specialty. Omnivores will get a kick out of testing the authenticity of the menu items, while vegans and vegetarians will enjoy not being relegated to limited dining options.

2 articles

San San Tofu

6445 Wilcrest Outer Loop - SW

281-988-5666

Health, Vegetarian, Vietnamese, Recommended, Slideshow

San San Tofu, which used to be called Tan Tan Tofu, is two places in one. On one side is a bustling takeout station, where servers pack up fried tofu, tofu salads and vegetarian spring rolls as fast as they can for a long line of eager customers. On the other side is a small, vegetarian buffet serving many different kinds of Vietnamese dishes. Don't miss the fabulous lemongrass tofu.

3 articles

Savoy Grocery Tika & Kebab

11246 Wilcrest Outer Loop - SW

281-568-6772

Health, Restaurants, Recommended

Savoy Grocery serves up inexpensive, fiery-hot Pakistani food (and some Indian standards). The dishes are heavy on beef, mutton and goat, and they're served on disposable dinnerware in a hole-in-the wall location adjacent to an Asian grocery store. The many vegetarian dishes are all extremely well spiced, and all the meat is halal. The beef nihari and the barbecue meat rolls are outstanding. Many choose to get their food to go since the surroundings aren't so hot.

Season's Harvest Cafe

10609 Grant Rd. Jersey Village

281-807-9000

American, Health, Organic

It's a small cafe in the far northwest area of Houston only open for breakfast and lunch. Everything on the menu is made from local, organic ingredients, and each day there's a special "raw entree of the day." Enjoy a breakfast pastry with a hot cup of coffee on the wraparound porch when the weather is nice. But, get here early for lunch if you want to eat quickly, because with just 35 seats inside, you should expect to wait for a table, especially when the lunch crowd arrives.

Seasons 52

4410 Westheimer Rd. Greenway Plaza

713-621-5452

Health, New American, Organic, Menu

2 articles

Shiv Sagar

6662 Southwest Freeway Outer Loop - SW

713-977-0150

Health, Vegetarian, Critics' Pick, Menu

Full-time vegetarians will like the masala dosa and Bombay-style puffed-rice snacks at Shiv Sagar, an Indian place on the southwest side. Also look for palak paneer, a rich spinach dish on the restaurant's Punjabi menu. It is normally served with rice, but the little soft round breads called purican be substituted. The spinach is exceptionally rich with clarified butter, and the puri are light and fluffy like fresh flour tortillas. Ice cream connoisseurs will be in heaven. If you like Cherry Garcia, wait until you taste such exotic Indian flavors as saffron and pistachio. The Indian fruit flavor, chikoo, and rose ice cream are musts, too.

1 article

Shiva Indian Restaurant

2514 Times Blvd. Kirby-West U

713-523-4753

Health, Vegetarian, Recommended, Best Of, Menu

An eccentric cousin among local Indian places. Along with ineffably strange decor and madcap Indian pop music, Shiva boasts some unusual dishes, notably potatoes luxuriantly stuffed with homemade cheese, nuts and raisins.

3 articles

Shri Balaji Bhavan Pure Vegetarian Restaurant

5655 Hillcroft St. Outer Loop - SW

713-783-1126

Health, Indian, Vegetarian, Critics' Pick, Best Of, Menu, Slideshow

Nestled between sari shops and South Asian grocery stores on Hillcroft, this popular spot offers fresh and fiery-hot vegetarian fare in the tradition of South India. Shri Balaji Bhavan's inexpensive menu, sparkling tile floors and thumping Bombay pop draw a diverse crowd of Indian foodies. The popular Madras thali includes seven stainless-steel cups filled with an assortment of dishes flavored with tamarind, coconut and walloping peppers. Other favorites include the dal fry, dosas and chaats. The handmade breads are excellent.

6 articles

True Food Kitchen

1700 Post Oak Blvd. Galleria

281-605-2505

Health, Restaurants, Recommended, Slideshow

Located in the BLVD Place development off Post Oak and San Felipe, this bright and airy outpost of the Pheonix-based chain offers food that is delicious, even if it is diet-conscious. The eatery’s menu is based on the tenets of holistic health guru Dr. Andrew Weil’s anti-inflammatory diet and includes fresh, ample-portioned offerings for brunch, lunch, and dinner. It’s best to stick with pizzas and fish dishes like the grilled steelhead salmon served with caramelized-onion laced red quinoa and fresh mizuna salad. Oh, and the desserts and cocktails, of course. Everything in moderation, right?

9 articles

Ziggy's Bar and Grill

702 Main St. Downtown/ Midtown

713-527-8588

American, Health, Bars and Clubs, Recommended

Although it serves healthy food - a standout being the carrot-ginger soup that's a sweet solution to any head cold - Ziggy's prefers to be seen as less of a health food place and more of a casual, neighborhood hangout. And that includes its cozy location downtown, right off the light rail. It offers free Wi-Fi and encourages patrons to linger as long as they want over hand-cut French fries or sandwiches on locally baked bread. Daily specials are fast and affordable.

Zoe's Kitchen

3701 S. Shepherd Lower Shepherd-Kirby

713-522-7447

Greek, Health, Mediterranean, Recommended, Menu

This is a franchise based in Birmingham, Alabama, that specializes in fast, healthy and fresh food with a Greek accent. The inside is colorful, bright and comfortable, and the food is delivered quickly. There are meals that are light, high in protein and heart-friendly. The grilled chicken sandwich and the grilled feta sandwich with tomato, basil and caramelized onions are both worth trying, as is the chicken marinara. Zoe's also offers family dinners to go, such as baked chicken or chicken kebabs.

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