1103 S Shepherd Dr. Houston, TX 77019 (713) 521-2239 backstreetcafe.net
This 35 year long mainstay of Houston upscale dining is where James Beard award winning chef Hugo Ortega began: dishwasher, line cook, executive chef, owner, and he and his partner and wife now reign over a number of wonderful restaurants (Hugo’s, Caracol, Xochi), with yet another under construction in the former Café Express location in Uptown Park. Relaxed patio and indoor dining, and a ‘Business casual’ dress code ensure an upscale and stylish clientele. The well-stocked bar is warm, intimate, and with a discreetly low light level, making it perfect for that first date or celebratory evening. Starters: Butternut squash flatbread * Sherried wild mushroom soup * Scallop crudo * Butternut squash risotto * Charred cauliflower & shishito peppers * Shrimp wraps * Duck spring rolls Salads * Red pear * Wedge Entrees * Lobster risotto * Pan seared scallops * Cast iron butter basted ribeye * Pan seared striped bass * Texas Gulf shrimp & stone ground cheese grits * Red corn chicken enchiladas * Hot chicken sandwich * Wood grilled Hugo’s burger * Eggplant pappardelle * Jalapeno pappardelle * Bucatini w spicy crab Sides * Corn pudding * Charred Brussels sprouts * Macaroni & cheese * French fries Desserts * Perfect chocolate cake * Apple crostata Go to Backstreet Café to see and be seen, and to enjoy a lovely dining experience in the bargain.
