Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Cypress

"Lest we forget it’s crawfish season, this Creole classic is simmering its Breaux Bridge mudbugs low and slow with the Holy Trinity in a rich, velvety shellfish stock, then pouring enough for two over toasted and fluffed Jazzman rice. Finish it off with some Creole bread pudding drizzled in whiskey sauce for dessert.Cost: $48 (plus $8 for the bread pudding, if you’re going there), call 713-522-9711 for curbside pickup or order via Uber Eats"

"Texas shrimp and grits are a fan favorite at Brennan's of Houston. Brennan’s is a Houston classic for good reason. And this H-Town staple’s  brunch menu is full of high-quality Southern-inspired food."

"Kata Robata boasts one of the finest selections of Japanese whisky and sake in Texas, served alongside seasonal cocktails, classic drinks, and a thoughtful wine list. Chef Manabu Horiuchi’s carry on both modern and traditional Japanese food features possibly the freshest, highest quality fish in Houston, flown in from Japan several times a week. Its sashimi and sushi selections are perfected by the kitchen’s hot dishes, including the stellar grilled meats cooked on the restaurant’s namesake robata."

"Kata Robata’s constantly changing menu features fresh fish flown in almost daily from Japan, wth dishes like lobster and crab ramen, fried green tomatoes with kimchi aioli, and uni chawanmushi. Sushi-wise, choose from a wide variety of signature rolls, or go for the full omakase experience."

"These magically tender cubes of Akaushi beef are after Texas' own heart. Skewered and grilled on the robata after 72... Kata Robata is an elegant restaurant that offers a sushi bar and grill."

"The path from farm to table is a short one at this attractive Heights eatery, which accepts walk-ins only and produces bountiful ingredients from its own onsite garden for dishes like smoked pork with smoked gouda and delicate pillows of ricotta gnocchi dusted with Parmesan and garnished with backyard greens. There’s an inevitable wait any night of the week, but the no-reservation policy isn’t so bad when the herb garden doubles as a lush and serene waiting area. Grab a glass of vino or a Fancy G&T crafted with herbs and lemon oil, and stroll the grounds for a look at bounty of the season."

"Morgan Weber and chef Ryan Pera’s handsome Heights eatery is perfect for both dates and groups. Outdoor tables sit practically in picking distance from the raised-bed gardens, where the restaurant grows most of its herbs and some of its salad ingredients. Appetizers include cauliflower, with pine nuts and raisins, and crackers, with smoked trout dip and pickled mustard seeds."

"Colitvare chefs handpick the ingredients for customers’ meals straight from the 3,000 square foot garden located on the property. At Colitvare, not only can you enjoy great food, but you can sit and enjoy the views of where they pick the ingredients for your meal."

"In a city where steakhouses reign supreme, Benjamin Berg’s B&B Butchers & Restaurant stands above, with character and style in a distinct locale within the historic Dittman Bakery building on Washington Avenue. Steakhouse classics are complemented with additions like Chef Tommy’s Bacon, thick juicy cuts of meat drizzled with truffle-infused honey, and Steak à la Berg, an indulgent concoction of sirloin sliced over hash browns and topped with Madeira sauce and mushrooms. Stop by the adjoining butcher shop for a treasure trove of cured meats, prized cuts and house-made sausages."

"This classic fine dining steakhouse has created devotees not just across Houston, but across the country, too. The high-quality house-aged USDA Prime beef, along with certified Kobe beef from Tajima cattle, is just one element of many that lands B&B Butchers on “best of” lists year after year. The thick-cut bacon, covered in truffle honey and crumbled blue cheese, is just one example of the restaurant’s signature dishes that make it a favorite for any occasion worthy of a hefty steak or shellfish tower."

"Head upstairs to this dual-concept's expansive patio with Parisian patio chairs for an impressive view of dowtown. The butcher shop/fine dining establishment has only recently opened in the popular Washington Corridor neighborhood, but with fine meats and an extensive wine menu it's easy to see why B&B has staying power. B&B Butchers and Restaurant."

"The dog-friendly patio in the Heights offers a laidback garden retreat from the city, fit with twinkly lights, picnic tables, and a plethora of cocktails. In addition to daily specials like Taco Tuesdays, Steak Night on Wednesdays, and Old Fashioned Mondays, Wicklow Heights features Happy Hour from 4 – 6 pm from Monday through Friday."

"Alba Huerta has long been known as one of Houston’s finest bartenders, and those skills are permanently on display at Julep. Enjoy inventive versions of the bar’s namesake cocktail, like a julep spiked with honeysuckle and coconut, or spring for the $20 Ramos gin fizz, which is shaken vigorously to frothy perfection."

"If you’re looking for a low-key cocktail option on Washington Ave., head to Julep. It’s the kind of bar where a cocktail takes five minutes to make, but is worth the wait. Also a big plus: Julep doesn’t have the bouncer and dress code situation that’s common at other spots nearby."

"A family-owned and operated café and bakery in Houston for more than 20 years, Rustika is known for elegant bride's and elaborate groom's cakes served up with superb customer service. We're also a fan of their cake cups and empanadas. Good news if you're gluten-free: they offer flourless chocolate wedding cake and other sweet somethings sans gluten."

"Rustika Cafe serves Mexican and European-themed cuisine in their restaurant, also with catering services for large parties and a bakery that specializes in children’s birthday cakes, wedding cakes and desserts for special occasions. The decorating is impeccable, and the cakes themselves delicious."

"Rustika Cafe and Bakery is family-owned and operated that served decadent and delicious baked goods to the community. The business has opened its dodos to the public for more than twenty years. Moreover, all of the cakes and desserts are baked fresh and free from any preservatives."

"El Bolillo Bakery has one of the largest varieties of Tres Leches cakes that can be chosen from every day. El Bolillo Bakery has a variety of Bolillos which is one of the staple bread for the Hispanic community. Every day at El Bolillo Bakery there is something new so stop by and explore their bakery for the freshest of bread."

"The original El Bolillo at 2517 Airline Dr. is right at the intersection of 610 and 45 and has been around for like ever (v factual fact) and specializes in pan dulce, a Mexican specialty, but has a variety of sweet and savory treats. You can also visit the other locations in Pasadena or Gulfgate."

"Everything you see in this Mexican paradise of more than 31 pastries, from the churros and empanadas to the slightly sweet bread conchas and cocadas, is absolutely worth eating. They’re also exceedingly affordable — total cost for this bountiful spread below?"

"With a client roster that boasts names as big as Cher, Tom Cruise, Goldie Hawn, Clint Black and Solange Knowles along with awards from the L.A. Times, Vogue and the Houston Chronicle, Julies Cakes is no stranger to custom work. No matter what your little one is in to, the staff at Julies will find a way to integrate those interests into an expertly decorated and designed, custom birthday cake."

"Bite into a piece of history at this bakery that’s been giving locals their sugar fix since 1973. Don’t miss the French Moka Rum cake made from layers of rum-brushed sponge cake, coffee buttercream, and pecans or any of the authentic éclairs, fruit tarts, and scrumptious cookies like the bestselling thumbprints. They also cater so you can enjoy delectable treats on your own turf."

"French Gourmet Bakery, located between River Oaks and Montrose, has been serving Houstonians French & American style desserts since 1973. Their chocolate chip cookie is a doughy delight you’ll want more than one of. Next time you’re on Westheimer and pass the yellow and blue building with red doors, pop in for a treat!"

"Another iconic Houston bakery is French Gourmet Bakery (2250 Westheimer Rd, near the Galleria) established in 1973 (!!!). Such a reliable stop if you want breakfast, lunch, or some pastries to-go, but they also have a good assortment of breads — and FRENCH-style breads… you know, the super delicious kinds??!"