Expert Area Guide Houston – River Oaks, Upper Kirby (77070, 77098, 77027, 77019)
Main Reasons People Live in River Oaks/ Upper Kirby :
- Most affluent area in Houston (homes are $1M and up).
- Residents are predominantly successful professionals
- Adjacent to many thoroughfares and freeway system.
- Close access to all Inner Loop
- Shopper and diners paradise, full of vintage shops, upscale boutiques, funky shops and restaurants (just about one for each day of the year!)
- Millionaire condos
The River Oaks, Upper Kirby area is one of the wealthiest areas of Houston . In River Oaks, the houses range from $1-20 million. One of the nation’s first master planned communities, River Oaks provides a thoughtful and organized layout. It was used for years as a National model for community planning.
The River Oaks and Upper Kirby area is home to Houston ’s number one Shopping Center, River Oaks Shopping Center that includes the River Oaks “arthouse” Theater.
Many fine arts program are in Houston ’s Upper Kirby area including the Houston Ballet and the River Oaks Chamber Orchestra. The River Oaks Garden Club Forum of Civics is an old community schoolhouse that is on the National Register of Historic Places.
The River Oaks Country Club holds the yearly International Tennis Tournament and is rated one of the premier Country Clubs in Texas . Memorial Park is close by for activity as is Levy Park which includes a community garden, dog park and baseball/softball fields.
This is the perfect area for the rising professional who enjoys the best in area, entertainment and dining.
A. River Oaks/Upper Kirby – BASIC SERVICES
Banks
Bank of America – 1905 W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019 713.831.1700
Bank of America – 3811 Washington Ave, Houston, TX 77070 713.867.8000
Bank of America – 5214 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77098 713.535.6500
Capital One Bank – 3207 Westpark Dr , Houston , TX 77005 713.592.6337
Regions Bank – 2517 River Oaks Blvd , Houston , TX 77019 713.524.7216
Wachovia Bank – 5650 Memorial Dr , Houston , TX 77007 713.863.0451
Wells Fargo Bank – 1404 W Gray St , Houston , TX 77019 800.869.3557
Wells Fargo Bank – 2075 Westheimer Rd , Houston , TX 77089 800.869.3557
Car Wash
Car Butler – 5 E Greenway Plz, Houston , TX 77046 713.552.5858
Carisma Car Wash – 5203 Kirby Dr , Houston , TX 77098 713.874.1338
Mister Car Wash – 3150 Kirby Dr , Houston , TX 77098 713.522.3860
Splash Hand Car Wash 2 – 2203 S Shepherd Dr , Houston , TX 77019
713.525.5151 M$The best deal carwash around and hand washed. Are you kidding me? You will usually find Kevin working the window, wearing a Dallas Cowboys hat. Mention the Cowboys and his eyes light up! Next thing you know he’s cutting you a deal.
Dry Cleaners
Esquire Fine Cleaners – 5816 Memorial Dr , Houston , TX 77007 713.869.4292
MW Cleaners – 5710 Memorial Dr # A, Houston , TX 77007 713.862.7400
MW Cleaners – 1900 S Shepherd Dr , Houston , TX 77019 713.528.2544
MW Cleaners – 3425 S Shepherd Dr , Houston , TX 77098 713.528.3016
Swan’s Cleaners – 2350 W Alabama St , Houston , TX 77098 713.526.2066
Grocery
Randall’s – 2075 Westheimer Rd , Houston , TX 77098 713.284.1200
Central Market – 3815 Westheimer Rd , Houston , TX 77027 713.386.1700
This is more of a fetish for food lovers. Just incredible, and so many things to see, experience…and of course eat! We’re a big fan.
Target Galleria – 4323 San Felipe St , Houston , TX 77027 713.960.9608
Whole Foods Market – 2955 Kirby Dr , Houston , TX 77098 713.520.1937
Gym
Curves – 554 Waugh Dr , Houston , TX 77019 713.520.4500 M$
FIT Athletic Club – 1532 W Gray St , Houston , TX 77019 713.529.1515
River Oaks Gym – 937 West Gray, Ste.# 200 , Houston , TX 77019 713.528.4600
River Oaks One 2 One Gym – 3930 Kirby Dr # 100 , Houston , TX 77098 713.526.0046
Studio Sculpt – 2808 Virginia Street , Houston , TX 77098 713.528.7246
Tejas Yoga – 3930 Kirby Dr. STE #100 , Houston , TX 77098 713.807.7018 They deserve all their 5 star ratings – from their beginner to ultra advanced classes. If you are into yoga, this is the best place in Houston .
Pet Care
A & M Pet Clinic – 5010 Dincans St , Houston , TX 77005 713.523.0528
Doggie Daycare – 1805 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 713.874.1300
John Andrews Pet Salon – 3306 Mercer St , Houston , TX 77005 713.963.9595
Pampered Pet Inn – 2411 Bissonnet St , Houston , TX 77005 713.522.7387
Petco – 2110 S Shepherd Dr , Houston , TX 77019 713.521.1005
Post Office
US Post Office – 3740 Greenbriar St , Houston , TX 77098 713.528.5875
US Post Office – 3 E Greenway Plz, Houston , TX 77046 713.572.3936
US Post Office – 2802 Timmons Ln , Houston , TX 77027 713.963.8249
B. River Oaks/ Upper Kirby – RESTAURANTS
Zake Japanese Cuisine – 2946 S. Shepherd Dr , Houston , TX 77098
713.995.8919 The scene is trendy. The interior is modern, stylish and contemporary. When you walk into Zake, you will notice on your right a section with couch chairs to sit for a drink and relax. Directly in front of you a stunning full size bar great for dinner or drinks. Enjoy $2 sake bombs & discounted martinis for happy hour Mon-Fri 4-7 PM. -Or-
Come on a Friday or Saturday night and enjoy a DJ spinning dance music.
Ruchi’s Taqueria – 3102 S Shepherd Dr , Houston TX 77098 713.524.6993 What a treat this place is 24 hrs a day! Need a late night snack or hangover medicine for the day after? Taqueria has what you are looking for! Grab a beer or a rita while you get your order to go at the bar, or enjoy your meal fast and fresh in the huge dining area. This is real Mexican food, not just another Tex-Mex!
Empire Café – 1732 Westheimer Rd , Houston , TX 77098 713.528.5282
A European type bistro, heavy with gorgeous greenery and iron deco. Sit on the patio and enjoy dinner, a late night dessert, or a glass of wine. This pet friendly environment is great for just about any occasion. Each day preferred entrees are selected and placed by the register encouraging you what to order. Making the process short, sweet, and simple! Don’t forget to try their cake!!!
Little Pappas Seafood Kitchen – 3001 S Shepherd Dr @ W Alabama, Houston, TX 77098 713.522.4595 Neighborhood restaurant, just walk up and eat. The fish is consistently good and the service, while not haute table, is friendly and prompt. Portions are large so good value for money. They offer lots of toppings and variations on the fish theme.
The wine list is limited but the prices are right.
Mission Burritos – 2245 W Alabama St , Houston TX 77098 713.529.0535
A family owned Freebirds/Chipotle sytle restaurant! They are very nice and the queso is to die for! Service is quick and being located off W. Alabama rather then Shepherd makes for easier access in/out, out in the evenings especially!
Star Pizza – 2111 Norfolk St , Houston , TX 77098 713.523.0800
Star Pizza is the BEST pizza in town! Well in Upper Kirby anyways!
Delivery can take up to one hour almost anytime you order, so it’s faster if you pick up, have a drink while you wait. They grind up fresh Parmesan cheese and wrap it in foil. The salads are to die for!
Ziggy’s Healthy Grill – 2202 W Alabama St , Houston , TX 77098 713.527.8588 The service can be a little slow at lunch but the food is right on delicious!
Zoes Kitchen – 3701 S Shepherd Dr , Houston , TX 77098 713.522.7447
They are set up for a quick and somewhat healthy lunch. However, in the evening you can get in and out fast and take your order to go! Plenty of sitting if you dine in. The chicken salad on 7-grain bread is the BEST by far!
Sugar Baby’s Cupcake Boutique – 3310 S Shepherd Dr , Houston , TX 77098 713.527.8427 www.ilovesugarbabys.com Although I would change Sugarbaby’s to read, “Sugarbaby’s Cupcakes…. If they are good enough for Oprah, they are good enough for you. ‘Nuf said.” Sugarbaby’s offers approximately 10-12 cupcake flavors on a daily basis. 5-6 favorite flavors are available every day and the rest rotate every other day.
Highland Village (Shopping Center):
Elegant Highland Village is a premiere destination for shopping and dining in Houston clustered around Westheimer Road just inside Loop 610 between Mid Lane and Weslayan. There are a number of specialty stores and several choices for casual and fine dining. While you’re there, the upscale center includes some of the most popular names in retail including Crate & Barrel, Williams Sonoma, Banana Republic, Gap, Restoration Hardware, Lucky and Victoria’s Secret.
C. River Oaks/ Upper Kirby – NIGHT LIFE
Mucky Duck – 2425 Norfolk St , Houston , TX 77098 – 713.528.5999
Best music enthusiast room in Houston . The Mucky Duck has much to offer such as: a tucked away wine room, superbly intimate for any suiting occasion and the prices meet or beat any others in town. Eat a real meal while you enjoy the music or just drink and listen as you are served so you don’t have to miss any of the show. Magnifico!
Zake Japanese Cuisine – 2946 S. Shepherd Dr , Houston , TX 77098
713.995.8919 The scene is trendy. The interior is modern, stylish and contemporary. When you walk into Zake, you will notice on your right a section with couch chairs to sit for a drink and relax. Directly in front of you a stunning full size bar great for dinner or drinks. Enjoy $2 sake bombs & discounted martinis for happy hour Mon-Fri 4-7 PM. -Or-
Come on a Friday or Saturday night and enjoy a DJ spinning dance music.
Red Lion Pub – 2316 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 713.782.3030
A touch of old England with its Comfortable and cozy atmosphere and its patriotic British theme. Great dark beers and fish-n-chips in front at the bar or in front of the fireplace makes for a cozy afternoon or evening!
Rickshaw Bambu – 2810 Westheimer Rd , Houston , TX 77098
713.942.7272 Trendy sushi spot with a delightful ambiance and cuisine. Great happy hour deals and apps.
Mc Elroy’s Pub – 3607 S Sandman St , Houston , TX 713.524.2444A low key Irish pub for after work drinks or a company happy hour or meeting. Occasionally there are special events, bands and tournaments – perhaps a great time to check it out the first go round.
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