Huntsville, Texas, is located in the eastern portion of the state, about 70 miles north of Houston. Sam Houston, president of the Republic of Texas and later a state governor, was perhaps the most famous resident of the city. Today, Huntsville is the home of Sam Houston State University and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. A variety of restaurants suiting different tastes and price ranges can be found in Huntsville.
At the Junction Steak & Seafood, choose from an extensive menu featuring items such as bacon-wrapped filet mignon and blackened redfish. Or, opt for lighter fare including the Hawaiian chicken salad from the "Healthy Choices" selections. The Farmhouse Café dishes up Southern favorites such as fried green tomatoes and chicken fried steak at a great value. For a more upscale experience, dine inside Huntsville's oldest surviving home, the Homestead on 19th. Surrounded by Victorian and Colonial antiques, partake in dishes such as herbed Idaho rainbow trout with lump crab or the chevre, bacon and poblano-stuffed chicken breast.
No trip to Texas is complete without sampling the cuisine that made the state famous. Choose from among 10 types of meats at McKenzie's, which also offers a selection of lighter options such as salads. Enjoy pit-smoked brisket on the outdoor patio at Bennie J's Bones, Beef & Bird Smoke Pit Bar-B-Q. Other local barbecue joints include New Zion Missionary Church BBQ, also known as Ward's BBQ.
True to its name, China House offers classic dishes such as egg foo young, chop suey and pork fried rice. In addition to their maki and nigiri, Tokyo Grill and Sushi also offers a wide array of non-sushi entrees, including udon noodle soup and salmon burgers. For dessert, treat yourself to green tea ice cream. To satisfy your Mexican craving, try El Chico Café, a regional chain with more than 75 locations. You can also opt for Don Rafas, which features rotating specials such as free sopapillas or ice cream. If you're in the mood for Italian, enjoy your pasta outdoors on the sunny deck of New York Joe's; for pizza, consider Double Dave's or Gatti's.
Ranked first among all Huntsville restaurants by reviewers on Trip Advisor, Puerto Aventura offers authentic cuisines from various countries. Try the restaurant's renowned Cuban sandwich, or satisfy a Greek craving with a lamb-stuffed gyro. For something atypical, head to the Potato Shack, where you can top your spud with virtually anything imaginable. If it's an Italian potato you desire, consider the Sicilian Potato, smothered in butter, mozzarella, meatballs, marinara and mushrooms. For a south-of-the-border twist, try the Fiesta Potato, with butter, Jack cheese, beef or chicken, salsa and guacamole.
