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The Surf Turf at Aura.: Karen Warren : 29-95
The bedroom communities of Sugar Land and Missouri City were notoriously bland dining destinations until recently. Here are some restaurants we recommend:
Aura: Chef Fréderic Perrier is in the kitchen at this upscale but intimate restaurant. His fare is American with a French eye for detail. This is thoughtful food: sea bass in a soy-ginger sauce, pureed potatoes with melted leeks, bread pudding with red wine-poached pear. Awesome value at lunch. Go. Now.
Azuma on the Lake: Sophisticated dining room and lovely patio make this the place for your sushi fix. This is quality fare. And if you time your visit for happy hour, you’ll find some great deals on sushi in the bar.
Hoggs n' Chicks: This out-of-the-way, counter-service cafe is from the folks who own fancy schmancy Aura. There’s much to love about this down-home fare: pigs in a blanket, chicken fried pork chops and molasses sweet potatoes. And be sure to save room for dessert. Two words: killer cobbler.
La Magia: Cozy neighborhood cafe serves freshly made pastas and pizzas. An attentive owner and eager staff make the experience as good as the food, which is saying a lot.
The Tornado Burger: Alison Cook
Perry's Steakhouse: Old-school service with an attention for detail elevates the dining experience at this Texas-born, upscale chain. The menu is old-school, too: seafood towers, wedge salads, double-cut pork chops, creamed spinach and flaming desserts. Sunday brunch is an indulgence, as it should be.
The Rouxpour: A large, inviting patio wraps around a corner of this attractive Cajun/creole restaurant and on busy days the restaurant becomes one giant party fueled by grilled oysters, roast beef po’ boys and Hurricanes. The seats at the flat screen-lined serpentine bar are just as festive.
Tornado Burger: Burger aficionados will appreciate this cooked-to-order, quality burger. Try the “spicy” option: a burger topped with fresh garlic, jalapeno and onion. Add an order of thin, hand-cut fries and a shake, and that’s a meal for a steal.
Tornado Burger is neither in Sugar Land nor in Missouri City! But they do have good burgers...
Well, you'd be in Mo. City if you walked a few paces down the road. Anyway, the burgers aren't topped with garlic and jalapenos, it's in the meat mix. This is the only burger I've ever had where I had to order a double, and I always order the smallest burger available. Thin, delicious patties.
Thanks for correction. That's what I get for referring to really old notes that said burger (jalapenos, garlic, onion). Details can get lost months after a visit. Thanks for keeping us honest. And cheers.
Corelli's Italian Cafe is also a Sugar Land institution. They have great homeade food and friendly service. We eat there quite often and have never been disappointed.
I went to The Rouxpour once quite recently.
Disappointed to say the least, perhaps they were just having an off night. I've never had so much sodium in a meal in my entire life. Could have bought a salt stick at much lower cost.
Too many great restaurants in the Houston area to give this one another shot.
Rouxpour also charges you for more bread even though they don't give you enough to consume your meal with. The BBQ Shrimp is floating in a broth, but you only get one piece of bread to eat it with. The fondue has 4 pieces of bread and then you are left with about half of the fondue to eat with a spoon. Ask for more bread and they will charge you $2.50. It's not the end of the world but does leave a bad taste in your mouth. It will make me think twice before going there again.
Perry's? Seriously? The steaks are average, at best. The rest of the menu? Overpriced, pretentious, and mediocre. The "chives" on the baked potato are green onions. "Butter" is actually margarine. Seafood is below mediocre. Asparagus is overcooked and saturated in "butter". Desserts are nothing more than Mile High Mud Pie. It is all about huge portions, not about quality. The same plates could be served at Denny's for a fraction of the cost. But one would then miss out on the posh atmosphere and outrageously priced wine list.
This list lost all credibility when Perry's turned up....
Correct phone for AURA is 281.403.2872 !!!
Not including Japaneiro's the greatest place for sushi in all of Houston or Grimaldi's for pizza makes this article lose any credibility.
Japanieros is Suburban Sushi. Best in Houston? No way.
Ditton mightytexan's comments. Japaniero's sushi competes with the best in and around Houston. Their Chef's Nirvana platters - customized for any number of guests is the best sushi value around by far.
Perry's is a tired old place - nothing special or commendable to recommend. The food at Aura may be good, but I just don't see it. The cramped dining room creates an uncomfortable, unpleasant experience. I'd rather drive a few minutes into Houston for far better meals.
Freshly made pizzas and pastas? La Magia?? No way! We had some seriously bad food the one time we went there. Seemed like Sysco all the way.
There's no truly outstanding Italian food in FBC, but Nick's is a local institution that is always good. No unruly kids, please. Nick will make you leave!
Aura is noisy, but the food is great. Post Oak Grill is another good special occasion spot.
Rouxpour is one of the noisest establishments in which I've ever screamed my way through a meal.
Antonia's Ristorante Italiano just Open in Sugar Land on Sweetwater Plaza where Sweet misquite use to be. next to Krogers they have a location in KATY AND CYPRESS. A family Owned Authentic Italian Restaurant check website please. antonias.us, will be nice to add this restaurant in the guide. Thanks for your consideration
Antonia's Ristorante Italiano just Open in Sugar Land on Sweetwater Plaza where Sweet misquite use to be. next to Krogers they have a location in KATY AND CYPRESS. A family Owned Authentic Italian Restaurant check website please. antonias.us, will be nice to add this restaurant in the guide. Thanks for your consideration
I always like to travel and taste the food of all the destinations. My most favorite food is Indian Food. I really like Indian food very much. Indian food is always very spicy. There are number of restaurants in India in different states and in all restaurants taste is also very different.
http://www.traveladda.com/east_india/orissa.html
Pho Saigon on Highway 6 and Dulles Ave has the best Vietnamese chicken noodle soup I've ever had. Service to great and the food is outstanding. Lunch special is a good deal!
Their Papaya and Crying Tiger Salad are awesome!!!!!!!!!
can't wait till ruggles green opens in town center!
Tradicao Brazilian Steakhouse just opened in Southwest Houston on 59 in the old Pappas Grill. Definitely worth noting.
Another japanese restaurant worth mentioning is Keepers on Highway 6 and Dulles. Very fresh sushi and great reverse happy hour
Went to Tornado burger twice with office staff and tried different items. Both times it was horrible. Wish you try more places in this area. We get tired of the same old, same old tired food for lunch. Really miss the Pappas Steak Restaurant for dinner. Nothing else nearby compares. We keep hope alive though.