Local influencer Alley Leto and Household Names PR owner Bethany Alexander thought it would be fun to do a Cy-Fair Food Tour to showcase some of the wonderful restaurants we have in our community. They visited 10 local eateries during the tour sharing their experiences and favorite things on the menu.
The Bake Shoppe
12724 Grant Rd, Cypress
281-320-2253
TheBakeShoppeandCafe.com
Best Place to…Host a tea party, shower or luncheon
Favorite Desserts on the Menu: Lemon Bars, Pecan Cheesecake Bars, Ding Dongs
The Bake Shoppe is the perfect place to spend the afternoon with girlfriends, enjoying desserts so delicious you can’t feel guilty about them. Since 2009, their delectable treats and savory casseroles have been a staple for Cypress residents. If you’re looking for the perfect place to host a birthday party, wedding shower, baby shower or retirement celebration, The Bake Shoppe is just what you’re looking for! Their eclectic, yet feminine style is the perfect backdrop for creating memories over chicken salad sandwiches and sweet Southern tea. The Bake Shoppe’s catering truck is also available to bring the party to you.
Hanan’s Café
25282 NW Fwy Cypress
832-653-6903
HanansCafe.com
Best Place to…Try a Peruvian dish
Favorite Items on the Menu: Ceviche de Mango & Camaron
Whether you’re meeting colleagues or friends, Hanan’s Cafe is an exquisite setting for light bites, coffee or a late lunch. It’s trendy, urban style brings a bright aesthetic to the neighborhood, and that’s just what owner, Amy Vasquez, intended when she first opened in June of 2014. Amy means it when she says her customers and staff are like family, and her true passion behind Hanan’s Cafe.And don't forget to ask about the special Peruvian menu.
Klaus Brewing Company
10142 Jones Rd. Houston
346-284-1473
KlausBrewing.com
Best Place to…grab a beer after work.
Favorite Items on the Menu: Bier to go
As if brewing their beer at their on-site brewery wasn’t cool enough, Klaus Brewing Company is known for bringing people together over fancy brews and fan-favorite food trucks. Their picnic-styled seating creates a casual setting to end a long workday. Like most restaurants, Klaus has used innovation during the pandemic, providing to-go biers every day of the week. Klaus has extended their taps across the greater Houston area. You can order your favorite Klaus bier at a variety of restaurants and venues from Conroe to Friendswood.
R&R Crafthouse Grill
12910 Malcomson Road, Houston
832-761-1018
RandRCraftHouseGrill.com
Best Place to…Catch up with neighbors for Happy Hour
Favorite Items on the Menu: Chip's Shrimp w/garlic potatoes & East Coast Salmon w/grilled asparagus.
R&R Crafhouse Grill opened their doors three years ago under new ownership while maintaining the rich history of the Cypress community in every detail, from the photos on the wall to the bar top itself. Nestled with a secret garden-esque patio in the back, R&R Crafthouse is a cozy, yet sophisticated spot to catch up over happy hour or enrich your family with local history. Known for their outstanding burgers, R&R Crafthouse also provides healthier menu options to compliment their signature cocktails.
Season’s Harvest Café
17303 Shaw Rd, Cypress
832-534-8686
SeasonsHarvest.farm
Best Place to… Enjoy fresh, farm-to-table fare.
Favorite Items on the Menu: Biscuits + Gravy; Squash Casserole; Gluten Free Orange Walnut Cake
Season’s Harvest provides a nostalgic aesthetic that takes you back to breakfast at your grandmother’s house and summers in the garden. What started as a vision in the Griffith family home has become a homestead for so many. After your farm-fresh meal, enjoy a walk around the grounds and visit their chickens and goats. Did you know Season’s Harvest even has a gift shop with produce and artisan pieces? Not to mention, they offer wedding & event packages on their property.
Steamboat House
8045 N. Sam Houston Pkwy W. Houston,
832-912-1845
SteamBoatHouseTx.com
Best Place to… Treat an out-of-town guest to a steak dinner.
Favorite Items on the Menu: Margaret Lea Houston Filet with Oscar Topping Béarnaise Sauce with crabmeat & asparagus, Applewood Bacon Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Broccoli Florets with Hollandaise and Steamboat House Bread Pudding w/Bourbon
Visiting Steamboat House is not just about having dinner; it’s truly an experience like no other. The Americana and history that make up every inch of the restaurant screams with pride for Texas. he exquisite dining experience holds its own and the customer service is incomparable. Not only do they serve the best steaks and side items to share family-style, but the desserts are as delectable as the menu description. We highly recommend taking guests new to Houston or friends that fancy themselves as steak connoisseurs.
Charlie D’s Pizza
7160 Barker Cypress Suit H., Cypress
281-671-4000
CharlieDsPizza.com
Best Place to…Order Pizza for Family Night
Favorite Items on the Menu: Park Avenue Pizza + Margherita
Owner and namesake, Charlie Dababneh, opened Charlie D’s New York Style Pizza in 2017 to bring the classic, NYC-styled pizza to Cypress. The fast-paced and family-friendly atmosphere makes for a great family night out or convenient night at home with their fresh and speedy to-go ordering. The freshness of ingredients and dough almost make you forget you’re eating pizza, and to “top” it off, their variety of toppings provides endless pizza opportunities. Enjoy their catering services, or wine and beer menu when you dine-in.
Toasted Yolk
27008 Highway 290, Ste 100, Cypress
281-304-2935
TheToastedYolk.com
Best Place to…Enjoy a weekend breakfast.
Favorite Items on the Menu: Churro Donuts, French Toast, Alaskan Arnold
Don’t let the name fool you, because Toasted Yolk will keep you fed for every meal of the day. The new location here in Cypress is our new favorite spot to grab breakfast with the family. Not only is their staff amazing and inviting, but the patio area will keep you shaded during brunch or in the early afternoon with friends on the weekend. Catering is available and their delicious drinks will quench your thirst. From the sauces and dressings to the appetizers and desserts, everything is made in-house, fresh daily.
Nyam Nyam’s Cafe
15201 Mason Road Cypress
832-653-5900
Nyamnyamcafe.com
Best place to…Satisfy both sweet and savory appetites
Favorite Items on the Menu: Southern Breakfast Crepe and Strawberry Banana with Nutella
Nyam Nyam Cafe is the clean, easy, sleek yet casual cafe we all need around the corner. In 2015, Mikhail and Nataliya Goryachev opened Nyam Nyam’s doors, providing fresh Eastern European-inspired meals that account for everyone’s dietary needs. If you can’t decide on savory or sweet, Nyam Nyam’s is the answer for you and your household for breakfast, lunch or dinner; because who doesn’t love breakfast at any hour of the day? The portions are generous enough to share or take home, but keep in mind the kids enjoy their own menu and adults can order half-orders, too.
Bonfire Grill
425 W Main St, Tomball
832-702-9031
BonfireGrill.net
Best Place to… Enjoy live music on the patio
Favorite Items on the Menu: Avocado Cakes with Crabmeat Topping, Hummus Board, French 75
While not technically in Cy-Fair, neighboring Tomball is not far to go to experience Bonfire Grill. Everyone who works there, whether behind the bar or behind the scenes, will make you feel like family, and that includes owner and community leader, Curtis Morris. It is hard to leave Bonfire without making a new friend, for the industrial, yet laid-back sophistication the restaurant provides will have you coming back for more good times, every time. While the patio is great for live music and laughter with friends and family, the team at Bonfire Grill is known for opening it to fellow entrepreneurs as additional venue space for pushing their businesses forward. It is safe to say their people have as much heart as the exquisite and delicious menu.
