Eating at Houston's in North Miami Beach, Florida

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Eating at Houston's in North Miami Beach, Florida

Houston's is a chain of restaurants that can be found throughout the United States. It is known for the great steaks and healthy side dishes like asparagus, baked potatoes, eggplant, etc. Every time we visit one of these restaurants, they are packed with people and you can expect to wait for a table. It also has a full bar and the architecture and interior design of each establishment, although similar in style, is unique and welcoming.

HOUSTON'S RESTAURANT We have gone to the North Miami Beach Houston's a couple of dozen times but need to tell you about our last visit. Rick and I went with our 3 kids who are 12, 10 and 2 years of age. To our surprise, although a lot of people were waiting for tables, there was a table for 5 available and that's when we met our server, Javier.

Javier was a real joy; he was helpful, available, courteous, funny and offered the best service we have ever had at Houston's. He refilled the kids' Sprites at least a half a dozen times (the kids were in Javier Heaven), he brought us a booster for our little one immediately, and a covered drink, he was timely with the order and kept asking us if we were satisfied. What a pleasure....we'll make sure to ask for Javier every time we go back. One funny thing that happened was that the kids kept saying that Javier had a twin (I thought the kids were being cute and confusing the waiters because they were dressed the same)....but they were right, Javier's twin brother, Alvaro, also works in the same restaurant. What an eye those kids have.....I wonder who they get it from.

This is what we ate, for those of you that are interested: Rick had grilled Salmon with brown rice, I had the NY Strip with brussel sprouts, our oldest had a Sashimi Tuna Salad, the middle one had a Racquet Club Turkey Sandwich with fries and the little one had a little of everything. Rick and I also drank a Mojito. The food was excellent and the service even better. Thank you Javier for making our experience so memorable.

Houston's Restaurant is located at 17355 Biscayne Boulevard in North Miami Beach, Florida

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Posted by Rick & Ines - Miami Beach Real Estate on 01/08/2007 07:12 PM

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39 Comments on Eating at Houston's in North Miami Beach, Florida

JAN

2007

Oh jeez you made me hungry again! Sounds like a nice place with wait staff that understands service.

The steak was sooooo good too!

Okay, Gabe and I wouild get along just fine! Great post, Ines! I've dined at a Houston's before and you're right, their steeks are to die for!

Hubby & I had dinner at the Houston's in the Fort Lauderdale area last year and LOVED it!!! You made me want to go back and soon!

His Tuna was delicious Rich, the only thing is that he likes it Medium Well and I like it RARE! mmmmm

I've never been to the Ft. Lauderdale Houston's Leanne, so I'll have to go visit. I'm hungry.

JAN

2007

You made my mouth water on this one. I haven't been to a Houston's in a long time. I used to go all the time when I lived in Nashville, TN. Sounds like they've still got it.

Ines, thanks for the great post. In Miami myself, I'm always on the lookout for new places to try. I'm much further South so I'll keep it in mind for when I'm in the area. I liked the "Javier Heaven" bit too. Cute.

One question, it's pronounced like the city, right? I'm a former New Yorker and Houston Street there is pronounced "house-ton." We could always tell when a person was a tourist if they asked for directions to "hughes-ton street."

Jeff - everyone has eaten at a Houston's, isn't that great! We have a few here in S. Florida.

Maggie - I do think it's pronounced like the city (I always assumed it was) - There's another one in Coral Gables right on Miracle Mile.

Great Ines.!! I stop by for a read and a visit and leave hungry!! what kind of blog hosts are you!!? I'm kidding, I kid you, i kid. I think you had such a great service and so many refills because the twin kept stepping in! I wont ask who drove home.. oops! did I? :))) Umm, I'll have what they are BOTH having!

now I leave, hungry,.. with only a Plum!? yikes!

BTW, I haven't eaten at Houston's.. so NOT everybody.. I eat at 'The Knife'.. yes I am biased.. but its all you can eat meat, apetizers and more! Yooo HOOOOO.. nowe where es-speaking de same languegee!!

OK, Nick, you got me, not everyone has eaten at Houston's but they're missing out if they haven't. As for Knife - maybe that's another place we need to write about. They have one set price for adults, I think it's like $25 and one set price for kids $13 (this is an approximate, I have not been there in a while) - It's an Argentine Steak Place, that's why Nick is biased. They have all kinds of meats and sausages (ALL YOU CAN EAT), and you also have a couple of salad bars. The meal includes a cheap bottle of wine and a side dish (rice, potatoes, fries). My kids love it because they eat like beasts - and some of the meat is incredible! Thanks for the reminder....now I'm really hungry.

Hey Ines.. you know I'm just having some fun with you!! right? hello? Well, I think you can read into my comment two different ways,.. I am Biased because: 1. Its Argentine 2. Its ALL YOU CAN EAT. at first I went because of #1, but NOW I go because of #2. you're right about the prices, but I also think those are dinner prices. This little appraiser went to lunch for like $12. no wine though, but thats cool. I love the 'salad bars'.. they have tongue ala vinagrete, hard boiled eggs, green beens and a lot of other stuff that is great. Plus.. all the steak and chicken you can shake a stick at!! I am not the biggest guy, BUT my stomach is larger than it should be.. I CAN EAT.. yooo hoooooo (plus if I know that I am going, I will skip breakfast.. TAKE THAT!! RESTAURANT OWNER DUDE!!)

In all seriousness though.. I'm sure the quality of food at Houston's is better. So its a quality vs. quantity thing. There is a time for each.

Nick - you always take me so SERIOUSLY - what's wrong with you??? j/k

Of course I know you're having fun - and I love your humor so please keep it up. I know you are biased because you can eat like a pig - why else? I've never gone during lunch time....I'll have to try it.

JAN

2007

I just came back to read some of the comments and now I'm hungry again. Thanks, Nick. Thanks a lot.

This has turned into the HUNGER post...you guys are too funny!

I have not tried Huston's yet... I have been to Carsons (I have to say they have the best filet that I have had so far) but they are no longer in Boca. I would have to go to Chicago for the next closest one. Mortons is not all it is hyped up to be. Next time I am in Palm Beach, I will have to try the Houstons on Okeechobee Blvd. I am still in search of a new steakhouse to replace Carsons.

Jason - It's funny you mention Morton's, because it is right next door to Houstons in North Miami Beach, and then PF Changs (which I also LOVE - but can't deal with the wait - and they don't take reservations). What I like about Houston's is that they cook the meat how you want it, I have never had to send a steak back (and I am very picky about how they cook my meat). Try it out, you won't be dissapointed.

not to sidetrack, but do you know the trick about how to see if the meat is rare, medim or well by touching it and feeling how soft or hard it is? I learned it from a chef.. pretty neat. If not, I'll share it with youz! all of youz!

GO AHEAD NICK - PLEASE ENLIGHTEN US!!!

ok, I'm out the door, but didn't want to leave you waiting.. I'll respond in the PM, today.

I had to take a picture to explain it properly.. The black dot represents the place where you touch (with your other hand's index finger) to feel the hardness or softness that must match the feel the meat or steak. (I couldn't take the picture AND show you with both hands.. DUH!!)

You can alternate between fingers touching your THUMB. Keep your finger on the dot, or press it in between changing fingers. (your hand may not have a black dot ;)

see photo to right:

RARE- Index to thumb.. touch the black dot and that is what RARE feels like.
MEDIUM RARE-(as in photo) Middle finger to THUMB
MEDIUM - next finger to THUMB
WELL - pinky to THUMB.

pretty cool, eh? try it at your next BBQ, make your guess and cut it open. I like to see who wants medium-rare and then try it. If it cooked too much you give it to the guy who wants it medium.

ok, enough.. bye.

JAN

2007

Nick - you TOTALLY lost me - but it's 1:45 AM, so will check back to this in the morning to make sure it is not my fried brain - what black dot are you talking about

HA HA HA HA HA I wonder how many of us actually tried that finger thing, Nick. I'm not too proud to admit that I did! I had never heard that. Ingenious. Something new for me to talk about at the next BBQ. that is, if I can get these consumers to talk about something other than real estate!

Ines, Coral Gables' not such a trek for me, I'll keep it in mind. Thanks!

Hiy Ines.. the dot in on the meaty part below my thumb, which is borderline on the palm of the hand also.. see it? Ok, I'll update the picture. Hey Maggie.. don't be ashamed to try it. you can admit it! ;)

I figure you and Rick and Maggie and Myself with the wife can go eat steaks and hold our fingers to your thumbs and touch each others steak to see if it works.. haha!! I was in Miami yesterday, so I'm around.

Come up to the fair on Saturday Ines.. The South Florida fair.. your kids will love it.

OOOOhhhhh!! I had seen the dot but thought it was a mole! That's pretty cool! Yeah, let's touch each other's steaks! <you are such a goof ball> The boys have a baseball game and 2 parties on Saturday - these kids keep us busy!!

Ines - now I'm STARVING!!!!! I love to read about different restaurants - thanks for telling us about this one.

Nick - I love that tip! I had actually learned that a long time ago from a former boyfriend who worked in restaurants, but had forgotten all about it. Thanks!!

Ann

You are so funny Ann - Nick is the tipster!

hey I just stopped by the PC and saw your comments. Ann, I'm glad you confirmed that it exists,. so Ines desn't think I'm messing with her head.. (at least not this time). and Ines, as another of my favorite sayings goes... "Good Tip"... (which I enjoy using since it can be used seriously, sarcastically or mumbled within my thoughts).

good advice- be careful at that instersectoin "hey, good tip!"

obvious advice - stack the heavy boxes on the bottom "yeah, good tip!"

useless advice - agent reminds me of protocol when I'm fully aware of it,.. (mumbled within my thoughts-> "yeah, good tip.")

MAR

2007

I love Houston's... the one in Boca is good... but the one in North Miami beach is ON THE WATER... great!

Noah Podgursky They are great with my son - Noah - he's 13 months now...

They do have a few sister restaurants in North Carolina, Atlanta and they are also owners of THE PALM BEACH GRILL on Palm Beach Island. That would be a great day shopping trip for those people who want to stroll along Worth Avenue and see Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago or play a round of golf in PGA. Check out www.hillstone.com for all their restaurants and locations!

I love Houston's too David, and the meat is delicious, it's a nice place for kids because of the noise level. We need to get our little ones together.

Did someone say meat? mmmmhhmmmm! i saw Houstons the other day on Biscayne near 170th.. cool!!

That's the one silly! Did you have a good meal?

they have stone crabs!!! mmmmmmmm

http://www.beststonecrabs.com/about.html

Did You Know...

Stone Crabs Claws are a renewable resource???

Each Stone Crab we harvest is declawed and returned unharmed
to regrow new claws!

oohh... Ines just asked me on a play date!

Houston's has stone crabs? REALLY? I go to a a fish joint near by in North Miami called Captain Jim's (Captain Jim and his wife Raegan are friends). He is a fisherman and his stone crabs are fresh and delicious! Let's all go on a play date - we need to invite Maggie too!

MAR

2007

ohhh can i come..? please. i'll be good! :) i promise. :)

Nick - but OF COURSE you are invited! It would not be the same without you.

MAR

2010

I am checking all these restaurants out this summer when we usually go to the East Coast from Naples. Thanks for the good tips. I am going to go and have breakfast now. You guys have made me soooo hungry!

Hi Marcia - there are awesome restaurants in Miami - have fun!

FEB

2011

I'll have to remember this place the next time I head down to Spring Train ing

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