Guidebook for Houston
Essentials
This is a larger store, and offers a wide selection of produce and grocery items. It is located less than a mile from my home.
12620 Woodforest Blvd
12620 Woodforest BoulevardThis is a larger store, and offers a wide selection of produce and grocery items. It is located less than a mile from my home.
If you are familiar with HEB Grocery Store, then Joe V's is the "value" version of their chain. Warning, this location is always busy, but shopping there in the mornings are better than evenings!
Joe V's Smart Shop
5609 Uvalde RdIf you are familiar with HEB Grocery Store, then Joe V's is the "value" version of their chain. Warning, this location is always busy, but shopping there in the mornings are better than evenings!
Everything Else
This is one of two Walmart located within 5 miles. This store is conveniently located on I-10 at Freeport St.
13750 East Fwy
13750 East FreewayThis is one of two Walmart located within 5 miles. This store is conveniently located on I-10 at Freeport St.
This is the second Walmart located in the area. This store is located at the Sam Houston Parkway (aka Beltway) and Wallisville Rd.
5655 East Sam Houston Pkwy N
5655 East Sam Houston Parkway NorthThis is the second Walmart located in the area. This store is located at the Sam Houston Parkway (aka Beltway) and Wallisville Rd.
I have used their services regularly since 2012. Never an issue, and my clothing is ready when promised.
Wallisville Dry Clean
15135 Wallisville RdI have used their services regularly since 2012. Never an issue, and my clothing is ready when promised.
I have not personally used this business, but it is nearby (across from Kroger's). Google has two reviews, and both are positive.
Sun Washateria Number Eight
540 Normandy StI have not personally used this business, but it is nearby (across from Kroger's). Google has two reviews, and both are positive.
Less than 2 miles from home. Optimum hours are 10-11 pm and 2-4 pm. Other times can be busy.
US Post Office
550 Maxey RdLess than 2 miles from home. Optimum hours are 10-11 pm and 2-4 pm. Other times can be busy.
Walgreens
500 Maxey RdAs a pharmacy, or need a quick item, this location is less than 2 miles from home.
414 Uvalde Rd
414 Uvalde RoadThere are three BoAs nearby. This is the closest.
Wells Fargo Bank
5219 Richmond AveClosest to home...
Panera Bread
15450 Wallisville RdGood food.
Food Scene
Starbucks
15252 Wallisville RdFor your coffee fix...
Pappas Meat Co.
12010 East FwyGood restaurant that is both a steakhouse and road house.
Another in the Pappas' family of restaurants with good food.
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Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
2525 S Loop WAnother in the Pappas' family of restaurants with good food.
Pappas Bar-B-Q
1217 Pierce StI love their BBQ and sides.
Luby's
1743 Post Oak BlvdGood comfort food.
I haven't eaten here recently, but decent food for reasonable prices.
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JCI Grill
3607 S Shepherd DrI haven't eaten here recently, but decent food for reasonable prices.
Church's Chicken
12802 East FwyEasy location to find.
Jack in the Box
4403 Fannin StEasy location, but can be slow.
Whataburger
3712 S Shepherd DrGood burgers prepared when you order.
Panda Express
3651 Weslayan StEasy access
Taco Cabana
8101 Main StreetFast, but tasty Tex-Mex food.
Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
3033 S Loop WWide selection of food in one location.
Chick-fil-A
3101 W Holcombe BlvdGood sandwiches, and very fast service-- even when busy.
Olive Garden Italian Restaurant
1010 Old Spanish TrailEasy location
Chipotle Mexican Grill
2625 Louisiana StEasy access
Johnny Carino's
5921 East Sam Houston Pkwy NTasty food
Jersey Mike's Subs
5815 East Sam Houston Pkwy NTasty subs-- I recommend Mike's Way, or they can be bland.
Applebee's Grill + Bar
12740 Southwest FreewayEasy location
LongHorn Steakhouse
6201 East Sam Houston Pkwy NGood location
Quiznos
5805 East Sam Houston Pkwy NGood sandwiches
1 of 3 Pizza Huts in the area, but the only site that offers on-site dining.
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Pizza Hut
906 St Emanuel St1 of 3 Pizza Huts in the area, but the only site that offers on-site dining.
Drinks & Nightlife
Pappasito's Cantina
2515 S Loop WGood Mexican food