Perbacco is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

1. Perbacco

8.6
700 Milam St, Houston, TX
Italian Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

CultureMap HoustonCultureMap Houston: Serving affordable and authentic pasta and seafood downtown, Perbacco offers counter service and traditional dining that belies the excellence of the food.

MohsinMohsin: Great authentic Italian restaurant in downtown. Owners are friendly and accommodating, and food is great (try the chicken parm). Don't fill up on the free bread

Melania S.Melania Spagnoli: Definitely, the most authentic Italian restaurant in town. The owner is so nice, he would make any change in the menu to accomodate the customers. Fresh, delicious food at a super fair price. LOVE IT!

La Fisheria is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

2. La Fisheria

8.5
213 Milam St (Franklin St), Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Downt · 24 tips and reviews

Jamal A.Jamal Ahmad: Delicious and fresh food, best authentic Mexican restaurant in town and affordable price. great friendly service as always. They also offer complimentary valet parking on weekend. Highly recommend👍🏻

Wesley P.Wesley Pietri: Really cool spot. Try the Mango Habanero Margarita. Both sweet and spicy.

Laura M.Laura Monter: The tamarindo margarita is just exquisite!!!

Xochi is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

3. Xochi

8.5
1777 Walker St Ste A, Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 24 tips and reviews

David M.David Mendez: Authentic Mexican Food!

Alejandra E.Alejandra Elízaga: Everything is amazing, and as a mexican myself I can tell that it is in fact authentic mexican food. I ordered the memela and it was delicious.

Sarah B.Sarah Brindley: They food here was so good! Authentic Mexican food. Lots of delicious mole choices

The Cajun Stop is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

4. The Cajun Stop

8.1
2130 Jefferson St (Hutchins), Houston, TX
Cajun and Creole Restaurant · 38 tips and reviews

Marcus W.Marcus Walker: This is the best place for a real authentic po boy. It definitely has the taste of new Orleans right here in houston.

Blaze E.Blaze Edwards: Because the owner is a native new orleanian, she made sure to ensure that ALL things were authentic! The bread,the shrimp, the lettuce, even the ketchup bottles!

Paul R.Paul Rock: Love the crawfish poboy. Boudin balls are great. Excellent service.

Frank's Pizza is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

5. Frank's Pizza

8.8
417 Travis St (btw Preston & Prairie), Houston, TX
Pizzeria · 97 tips and reviews

PatrickPatrick: Primal best pizza in town. Authentic atmosphere.

Cory C.Cory Campbell: Best pizza in Houston. Get a table upstairs in the back if it's a bit crowded.

Craig HlavatyCraig Hlavaty: Do nose drugs upstairs in the corner while you watch people eat.

La Calle Tacos is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

6. La Calle Tacos

8.2
909 Franklin St (Between Travis And Main), Houston, TX
Taco Restaurant · 13 tips and reviews

Aksel Q.Aksel Quintus-Bosz: Las carnitas!!! Auténtica taqueria, por fin! Hicimos un pedido para una fiesta y salió muy rico. Gracias a don Ramón y su pandilla!

M S.M Sady: Walking distance from the courthouse .. Service was excellent and food was delicious…. And well priced

La Calle T.La Calle Tacos & Tortas: Opens on February 2016 Tacos and Tortas

Irma's Southwest Grill is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

7. Irma's Southwest Grill

8.1
1314 Texas St (Austin), Houston, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 15 tips and reviews

Elynn L.Elynn Lee: The house lemonade is amazing - it's a family recipe and not your typical lemonade! The guacamole is also incredible. Family business, super friendly, yummy and authentic food. Great for events!

Dena F.Dena Florida: Try the lemonade here. It's fresh squeezed and amazing! It's not your typical lemonade; it has a fresh fruit twist. Ask for a sample!

Cyndi M.Cyndi Moderow: Pricey but amazing food! The lemonade it's fabulous!

Jackson Street BBQ is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

8. Jackson Street BBQ

8.3
209 Jackson St, Houston, TX
BBQ Joint · 15 tips and reviews

Scott S.Scott S.: Sampler platter is good way to try a little bit of everything, and it's a great value. Brisket burnt ends on a hefty housemade jalapeno cheddar biscuit is also a great choice.

Todd W.Todd Wright: The brisket and cream corn is amazing!

Jimmy H.Jimmy H: The smoked meats were very good!

Brothers Tacos is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

9. Brothers Tacos

8.7
1604 Emancipation Ave (at Leeland St.), Houston, TX
Taco Restaurant · Downtown Houston · 42 tips and reviews

Joe L.Joe Lozano: Meat tacos are great! Green salsa is really good! Quick and friendly service.

Rachi Y.Rachi Ya Partners Patna Mayes: Great breakfast tacos. You will be in line, but it goes fast!

JennJenn: A hole in the wall Mexican joint at it's finest. One of the few places to eat in downtown that's downright cheap. Daily plate specials and $4 breakfast plates. Fresh cooked and fresh tortillas.

Tout Suite is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

10. Tout Suite

8.6
2001 Commerce St, Houston, TX
Café · East Downtown · 86 tips and reviews

From A_to_BFrom A_to_B: Coffee, tea and food is wonderful! The decor is gorgeous!!

Maureen B.Maureen B: Lemon blueberry scone is everything! Adorable decor and delicious coffee & baked goods.

From A_to_BFrom A_to_B: Love this place!

Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

11. Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse

8.6
1510 Texas St (at La Branch St.), Houston, TX
Steakhouse · 98 tips and reviews

NicoleNicole: The crab cakes are excellent! The filet mignon is very tender and quite tasty!

Houston PressHouston Press: 2010 Best of Houston® Winner: Best Steakhouse: Toss in the city's best crab cake, knowledgeable wait staff & a dizzyingly long wine list and you've got yourself a dinner that's well worth the splurge.

Laura C.Laura Chan: Best expense account restaurant

Public Services Wine & Whiskey is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

12. Public Services Wine & Whiskey

8.2
202 Travis St Ste 100 (Franklin St), Houston, TX
Wine Bar · 12 tips and reviews

Tere P.Tere Perry: The historic Houston Cotton Exchange Building is home to this bar serving unique selections of wine and whiskey, plus snacks. Street parking in the historic downtown district is free after 6:00 pm.

Blair A.Blair Allen: Looking for speakeasy style with fantastic drinks? You’ve found it. As is typical of Downtown, parking is limited, so prepare to park and walk.

Blair A.Blair Allen:  Looking for speakeasy style with fantastic drinks? You’ve found it. As is typical of Downtown, parking is limited, so prepare to park and walk.

Neil's Bahr is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

13. Neil's Bahr

8.5
2006 Walker St (Eastex Fwy), Houston, TX
Beer Garden · 20 tips and reviews

John J.John Johnson: Really cool place to drink and hangout..the fod isn't bad either. The occasional video game tournament is awesome as well.

Jon J.Jon J: Pretty chill place. It kind of feels like a nerds basement turned into a bar. Staff, games, and beer selection are all great too and Pablo cooks some mean BBQ out on the patio.

RyanRyan: 3 types of 8th wonder on tap. Awesome.

Huynh Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

14. Huynh Restaurant

9.0
912 St Emanuel St, Houston, TX
Vietnamese Restaurant · 85 tips and reviews

Therese T.Therese Totten: Soda chanh or lemonade with soda is great; they also have homemade soy milk. Their phos are one of the best.

JULES🎂JULES🎂: Was not impressed this time around. Understaffed and my shrimp did not taste good. They didn't bring my coffee either.

Houston PressHouston Press: 2010 Best of Houston® Winner: Best Vietnamese Restaurant: Order the char-grilled pork noodle bowls or spicy bun bo hue!

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Authentic Places in Downtown Houston, Houston.

15. Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

9.1
1200 McKinney St, Houston, TX
Steakhouse · 22 tips and reviews

Rayshawn W.Rayshawn Williams: First time having turtle meat and it was great. The turtle gumbo as a whole was excellent.

Francisco R.Francisco Rodriguez: Amazing food overall, great service.

Julio C.Julio César Núñez: Great place