A Sandwich a Day: Mexican Carnitas Torta at Barnaby's in Houston
Barnaby's plus-sized take on that taqueria staple, the torta, is a comfort food feast, much like the rest of their offerings. More
Barnaby's plus-sized take on that taqueria staple, the torta, is a comfort food feast, much like the rest of their offerings. More
Danton's in the Museum District in Houston is known for its locally attuned Gulf Coast seafood preparations. Concerning seafood in Houston, "locally attuned" means plenty of dishes from New Orleans and nearby south Louisiana. Well-suited for lunch at Danton's is their take on the Big Easy staple, the Shrimp Po Boy ($12.95 with a side). More
Like the restaurant itself, the tortas at Maria Selma are easy to overlook, but both can be very enjoyable, especially the Al Pastor version. More
The multi-colored Jive Turkey at Kraftsmen Cafe in Houston might be a bit funky, but it is a terrific sandwich. More
Paulie's Pork Tenderloin with Cajun Mustard sandwich features plentiful slices of moist, flavorful pork tenderloin piled between the two halves of a fresh, airy bun and complemented by a fair amount of pleasantly piquant Cajun mustard, Bibb lettuce leaves, and slices of ripe tomato. More
The Torta de Tinga at 100% Taquito is one of those messy, mostly unsightly savory treats that manages to get consumed in a near-instant. More
Ponzo's Original Sub is nothing fancy, ground-breaking, or even unusual; it's just a very satisfying traditional Italian-American sandwich done right. More
The Grilled Cheese with Ham is one of the enticing takes on familiar-sounding sandwiches at Revival Market in Houston. More
Featuring pork cut from a trompo, pineapple, melted cheese and more, this torta from Mexico's Deli is one of the many temptations at this quaint and great-value west Houston sandwich spot. More
When queried about it, the affable cashier offered that it was "like Chick-fil-A, on steroids." Though meant as compliment, that phrase does not do much justice to the Crunchy Chicken sandwich ($10.50) at Local Foods in Houston. More
Rice is situated near the heart of Houston, which boasts some of the best and most diverse eating options in the country. Chinese, Cuban, French, Indian, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Thai, Turkish and Vietnamese eateries are represented, and often more than one of each, plus there are several cafés including a dedicated crêperie. More
The 2 Meat Combo with corned beef and roasted turkey at Kenny & Ziggy's in Houston is a slightly less traditional if still delicious way to enjoy "one of the best delis in the country." More
Though the lineage from the City of Brotherly Love is unmistakable, Pete's Philly ($9.25) at Market Square Bar & Grill in Houston—with recognizable Texan, Mexican, and Vietnamese components—is also quite reflective of its diverse home metro. More
Carrie, you've got a point; $12.50 does seem like a lot for a grilled cheese sandwich, even if it contains some additional tasty protein and a quality side. It is quite good, though. Like everything at Revival Market, there is a premium to be paid.
Links are fixed. Lunch there, almost always a torta, was often a highlight of a dreary day at the office.
Try Revival Market (550 Heights at White Oak). The Urban Harvest farmers markets, especially the big one on Saturday morning at Eastside, might still sell their breads, too.
Lyra, thanks. I have difficulty spelling in English, much less French, but that mistake was rather egregious.
As for Fung's Kitchen, I have had terrific luck there over the years. It's been the best place I've found for dim sum in Houston. Conversely, I have had less enjoyable experiences at Yum Yum Cha due, in part, to slow service. But, I will give it another try. Cheers.
asado 10, thanks for the heads up about those sandwiches at BB’s and Pappa Geno’s. I will check them out. I drove by BB’s in the Heights earlier today and noticed their sign advertising something like “Tex-Orleans” food, which actually makes sense there.
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It might not be Textile, but it has sure been a nice addition to the Heights.