Houston's Restaurant (Pasadena)

“Houston’s Pasadena is pretty immaculate … whenever I walk in “HEY big spender” plays on a loop through my head. I think they have one of the best margaritas and French dips (that’s my deranged order btw)”

“Yes, theoretically any of their other locations (and Hillstone's other locations by extension) would be equally at home on this list. But today we're talking Houston's Pasadena baby. This is a pure hospitality play. The food is great, reliable and safe. But you come here for special occasions to be taken care of, and taken of you shall be. Between bites of Caesar (on a chilled plate) and chicken sandwich, you'll have no other choice but to amicably seal the deal with business partners.”

“Who needs San Vicente bungalows when you have Houston’s?”

“Confidently my favorite appetizer ever. I have been going to Houston’s since I was a wee thing just for this. Birthdays, dates with my mom, or just because! Order the Apple Walnut crumble à la mode for dessert. :)”