Best Places In Houston

No doubt you have many choices when looking for a coffee house in Houston. If you want a cosy cafe with great ambiance and excellent service check out Caffe Di Firenze . Located in downtown Houston, it features a very beautiful interior and excellent choices of coffee, pastries and panini. I tried their frapaccino and it was heads above anything you would get at Starbucks. If you want a real kick, try their cold brew infused with nitrogen. It is extra smooth and it will keep you moving all day long. Make sure you try this great coffe house as it is the very best cafe in Houston !

Shutters are a great look and certainly will increase the value of your home. They offer excellent light control and last a long time. The question is, if you are looking to buy shutters for your home in Houston, where do you buy them? Like everything you can buy, it is very easy to overpay on both the purchase and installation.  Houston Shutter Center offers the highest quality shutters at affordable prices. If you care not just about the purchase but the service as well they are the only place to consider when purchasing shutters in the Houston area . Their professional team of installers will make sure they fit right. Installation of a shutter is almost as important as the shutter itself. Contact them today for a free consultation: (281) 940-4718 and mention code: "Best Places" for a special discount. They accept all major credit cards.

People have asked me if I  can recommend a Podiatrist in Houston . Many are available in the Houston no doubt. Usually they are located in the Downtown area where you usually pay almost as much for parking as the doctor visit! Marc Stock DPM is a fantastic and highly knowledgable Podiatrist who truly cares and spends time with his patients. His location offers free parking and a features a  Medi Spa  you are sure to love! If you have trouble with your foot or ankles make an appointment with Dr. Stock and you will be glad you did!

Having trouble locating that someone who can truly transform your home into something fabulous? Not every interior decorator has a true eye for design, fashion and color matching but Leah of Interiors By Leah certainly does! She can help turn your rooms into something truly special and at a price that won't break the bank. From color matching to flooring to decor and more, Leah is a true wizard of home design and fashion. Perhaps you are picking out new tile for a bathroom and don't know where to start or you are just tired of how rooms in your house are so devoid of personality and you need to spruce them up.  To find the best  Interior Decorator in Houston contact Leah today for a consultation .

Houston does not really have much in the way of outdoor or indoor amusement parks. You can however find some great places just outside of Houston. 1) Kemah Boardwalk -Right off the water this amusement park features a bunch of rides for kids of all ages. 2) Traders Village : Offers a few kiddie rides as well as a huge flea market for a day of fun! 3) Splashtown :  Water Park located in Springs, TX 4) Schlitterbahn : Water Park located in Galveston 5) Monkey Business : For indoor fun check out this bouncy amusement park

Houston has a huge pest control issue! How many of you have trouble with everything from fire ants to termites to carper ants to June bugs and more?  I have found the most reputable and affordable  Houston Pest Control company is Pest Stoppers. They service all of Houston and are fantastic at what they do. You can reach them at:  832-593-0303.

My personal favorite movie theater in Houston is AMC Fountains 18 . They offer recliner seats and feature reserve seating and they even have a bar inside. Tuesday night you can get $5 off regular priced seating through AMC stubs membership . My second favorite theater in Houston is AMC Colony 24 in Sugarland . Movies before 12 PM are just $6 and they also serve beer & liquor if that interests you. Interested in eating a meal with your movie then check out the Alamo Drafthouse . The other decent theater is AMC Studio 30   which has a large array of movies and also offers $6 before 12 pm. You can always check online for special deals like a free drink or free soda as these add up your costs. Also if you are a frequent movie goer, it always pays to join a club like stubs for AMC or Regal Club which is free . What is your favorite theater?

Looking for a great hair stylist can be a real chore. A few bad placed snips and you might end up hiding your head in a cap for a real long time. A great salon in the Greenway/upper Kirby area that is very well reviewed is SOK Salon on Kirby. This salon also offers some before and after photos as well. If your looking for a salon in the Montrose section of Houston, may I suggest another well received salon in Houston:  Cut Loose . People really enjoy the atmosphere and love the menu at this establishment. Looking for hair extensions?  You might want to contact a salon that specializes, such as Hair Xpressions Salon  in the Westchase area  near Fondren and Westheimer. Looking for an upscale salon that won't kill your pocketbook? Try a highly rated salon such as  David Etc , located in the Heights. They even have a price list on their website .  I hope you find this listing helpful. Do you have a favori...

Looking for a great nail salon in Houston?  The Upper Hand River Oaks was a 2010 pick for citysearch. Bora Bora Nail Salon in Memorial also got some stellar reviews. Another highly regarded nail salon in the Montrose area is Blue Mambo . If you are in the Galleria and looking for a decently priced nail salon checkout Paris Salon and Spa .If you know of a great nail salon in Houston feel free to share your experiences.

Dentistry can get pretty expensive. From braces to deep cleaning to crowns. Dental work is not cheap even with insurance! The question becomes: where can I get quality dentistry at a price I can afford? I have dental insurance and have gone to a few dentists and after getting the bill my teeth were not the only thing that was hurting. Someone mentioned going to the Dental School in Houston but I didn't feel like being some dentists guinea pig. I spoke to a neighbor who was in the UT Health School of Dentistry and he explained that the professors were around to check all the work and they would have 30 + yrs experience. I decided to give it a try and my wallet thanked me. You should expect things to take a bit longer as paperwork needs to be filled out and their work needs to be looked over. It is time well spent in my opinion as even after most insurance your cost will be 40-60% less. If you are having some major dentistry work you could be saving thousands of dollars. To ...

Looking for blinds or shades for your home? Sure you can go to Lowes or Home Depot or your local shop.The truth is, in Houston the best place to go for blinds is online at Blinds.com . Although located in Houston, they are not a store but an online retailer. Therefore shipping time should be about 1-2 days till you get what you want. They even offer free samples! Their prices are more competitive than the big stores and their customer service is simply fabulous. They even have a guarantee that your blinds will fit (aka sure-fit guarantee). This is one website you must checkout. If you have not seen their latest youtube video commercials you must check them out: click here

Which bike shop is best for you may depend on your needs and expectations. If you are a more serious cyclist or would like to become one, then Daniel Boone Cycles may very well be the place for you. These bikes are certainly not going to be cheap but their staff should be quite knowledgeable and they offer great services. Looking for something less expensive?  Planetary Cycles may be the place for you. They are a smaller store so if  a few people come in at once, be prepared to wait.  If you are the outdoorsy type who loves cycling then REI is the place for you. This is one of the better reviewed stores I've seen and people seem to really love their return policy and service. They do have sales and a membership that can get you a 10% back but it's not cheap.  Another well reviewed bike store that offers fairly competitive pricing is West End Cycles . They offer a nice selection from entry level to higher end bikes. If you have a favorite bike sto...

If you are are in need of physical therapy in Houston , look no further than Dr. Abraham Lieberman PT, DPT of STAR physical therapy. Abraham Lieberman is not just a PT but a Doctor of Physical Therapy which means he has a vast knowledge and knowhow to both treat and diagnose many different disorders . His office is located in the heart of Houston and is available by appointment only.  You can reach him at  1-855-713-7827  or on the web @  http://www.bellairept.com .

The summer is in full swing which means things get pretty hot! Where to go becomes a question many parents grapple with. Here are a few suggestions: 1) Discovery Green: They have a large sprinkler system and fun thing for kids to do and it's free. You can also check out the various parks and see if they have any events going on. 2) Stomping Grounds : Too hot to go outside? Take the kids for some indoor fun and a caffeine boost. 3) Malls: Galleria Mall has some activity centers inside for children and there are ice cream and candy shops.Check out the Build-A-Bear Workshop, a neat place where kids can choose, stuff, and dress custom stuffed animals. The Candy Bar is your source for all things sweet plus fun retro bath and body products that smell like their candy namesakes. Don’t miss the skating rink, which was actually the training home of Olympic star Tara Lipinski. 4) Children's Museum : Rated the #1 Children's Museuem by MSN.com but caution: it is often...

It seems like finding a great dry cleaners in Houston is easier said then done. Many have complaints of losing customers clothes or burning them are not unusual. Personally I hate the fact that many press my suit lapels straights down. The better reviewed dry cleaners can be found here: Eagle Express Dry Cleaners , Cindy's Cleaners , Linda's Alterations & Cleaners , Prism Cleaners . They seem to be the best dry cleaners we could find. Do you have a favorite? Let us know!

There are many merchant service and credit card processors in Houston  for a business to choose from. Very few however will advertise: No Contracts, No Monthly Minimums,  No Termination or Set Up fees.( Most companies don't want you to realize how much you are really paying and the contracts will lock you into a 3 yr. commitment ). One of the exceptions to this rule is Prestige Merchant Services . Located right here in Houston, they are committed to giving companies fair and honest pricing on their merchant accounts. The credit card processing industry can be very tricky and few really understand it. That's why Prestige has launched their very own credit card processing blog   in which to educate businesses about merchant services and it's pitfalls. Most businesses don't even realize how much they overpay on their credit card processing as merchant statements are very difficult to understand (there is a reason for that). Prestige offers a ...

Here is a list of a few of the best reviewed parks in Houston:  Hermann Park : Listed as #1 on many website reviews because it offers everything from the zoo to an outdoor theater, a Japanese garden and a golf course. Visitors can enjoy a picnic under the pines, ride the miniature train, rent paddle boats, or simply stroll about and enjoy the scenery. Plus, Houston Museum of Natural Science is within walking distance, as is the Medical Center. Hermann Park is also home to a children's playground, a lovely reflection pool, and a jogging and exercise trail. Discovery Green : Great park with a  great sprinkler and waterfall system. There are free concerts going on and you can rent and race remote control boats. Memorial Park : Memorial Park, a municipal park in Houston, Texas, is one of the largest urban parks in the United States.If you like walking, running or biking this is the park for you. Houston Arboretum : Is a great place to get away from it all ...

A good dentist can be hard to find. You have to trust that the information being given is accurate and the solutions being provided are correct and in your best interest. Some of the best reviewed Dentists in Houston are: Urban Dental , Jessica Meyers , Kathy Frazer DDS , Midtown Dentistry , Dr. GregCarrol DDS , Dr. Ronald Konig DDS . Do you have a favorite dentist? Let us know and why.

My favorite natural or organic store is Whole Foods. They offer a large array of products and the prices are usually better for many organic products than other retailers. I was surprised to find one location that offered baby sitting services free of charge. Simply drop of your little one while you shop! Whole Foods also carries a large selection of kosher products from non-dairy ice cream to their very own kosher chicken broth .

If you are looking for the best Audiologist in Houston look no further than the Center for Audiology . The Center for Audiology is  the premier provider of hearing health care and your source for hearing aids in Houston .  Dr. Nagel is a true and caring professional who tests hearing for people of all ages.  She is great with kids too! If you need a hearing aid or fitting there is no place I could  recommend more. Once you go you will understand why.